Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.

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Sunday, March 29, 2020
Asheville Downtown Eats and Drinks Tour
Mar 29 @ 11:00 am
Taste Carolina Gourmet Food Tours

Downtown Asheville is known for its eclectic arts and culture and a vibrant food and drink scene that celebrates independent restaurants and locally-sourced ingredients. Learn about this gorgeous city on a Taste Carolina walking tour and discover why Asheville was hailed by National Geographic’s Traveler Magazine as one of the top 15 places in the world to “treat your taste buds”!

Asheville Downtown Eats & Drinks Tour – Asheville’s Downtown Eats & Drinks Tour is a spirited and delicious way to explore the city! You’ll enjoy substantial bites and sips on this guided walking tour, sampling savory and sweet favorites, most paired with small drink pairings. This tour visits Asheville’s hidden gems, including eclectic restaurants and bars, and specialty food stores. You’ll also learn about the history of the city, the architecture, and the incredible culinary scene from your tour guide. By the end of this tour, you will feel like a local!

Private and custom tours can be arranged for any day or night of the week for groups.

Monday, March 30, 2020
Asheville Community Theatre Online Happy Hour Parties  
Mar 30 @ 5:00 pm
ACT Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/AshevilleCommunityTheatre/

    • We are featuring singers (and dancers!) from the community during our #ACTHappyHour parties M-F at 5:00 pm!
Online Dance Classes Studio Zahiya
Mar 30 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Studio Zahiya Online

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Question? How are you staying sane during this time.

The way I’m doing that is dancing every single day!

Digital update:

We are in the process of upgrading all tech pieces of the studio to support you at home and keep your hips shaking. Here’s an FAQ on setting up your home studio (insert link)

You’ll also see that we are moving to a more seamless platform and you’ll be getting emails and if you like you can opt into text reminders of classes. YAY!

If you have a studio and you’d like to become part of our digital studio, we can help – reach out!

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5pm Hip Hop Cardio with Marissa
6pm FREE Bhangra with Lisa Zahiya 
7pm Tap with Amanda
8pm Tap 2 with Amanda

Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Asheville Community Theatre Online Happy Hour Parties  
Mar 31 @ 5:00 pm
ACT Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/AshevilleCommunityTheatre/

    • We are featuring singers (and dancers!) from the community during our #ACTHappyHour parties M-F at 5:00 pm!
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Free Online West African Drumming & Dance for Kids Hosted by LEAF
Apr 1 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
LEAF Global Arts Online

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We invite young LEAFers to join LEAF Resident Teaching Artist Adama Dembele for a virtual drumming and dance class for elementary age kids. Adama is a master djembefola (djembe player) from the Ivory Coast, West Africa, and has been a part of LEAF since 2005. He currently teaches year round after school classes with LEAF Schools & Streets, and he is excited to offer video classes in which students can take a journey to explore the sounds, rhythms and movements of West African culture right from their own home!

https://www.facebook.com/events/199994081418039/

Studio Zahiya Hip Hop Cardio Online Class
Apr 1 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Studio Zahiya Online
Kids Hip Hop with Lisa Zahiya
Apr 1 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Studio Zahiya Online
Asheville Community Theatre Online Happy Hour Parties  
Apr 1 @ 5:00 pm
ACT Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/AshevilleCommunityTheatre/

    • We are featuring singers (and dancers!) from the community during our #ACTHappyHour parties M-F at 5:00 pm!
Bellydance Drills Online Class
Apr 1 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Studio Zahiya Online
Thursday, April 2, 2020
Asheville Downtown Eats and Drinks Tour
Apr 2 @ 3:00 pm
Taste Carolina Gourmet Food Tours

Downtown Asheville is known for its eclectic arts and culture and a vibrant food and drink scene that celebrates independent restaurants and locally-sourced ingredients. Learn about this gorgeous city on a Taste Carolina walking tour and discover why Asheville was hailed by National Geographic’s Traveler Magazine as one of the top 15 places in the world to “treat your taste buds”!

Asheville Downtown Eats & Drinks Tour – Asheville’s Downtown Eats & Drinks Tour is a spirited and delicious way to explore the city! You’ll enjoy substantial bites and sips on this guided walking tour, sampling savory and sweet favorites, most paired with small drink pairings. This tour visits Asheville’s hidden gems, including eclectic restaurants and bars, and specialty food stores. You’ll also learn about the history of the city, the architecture, and the incredible culinary scene from your tour guide. By the end of this tour, you will feel like a local!

Private and custom tours can be arranged for any day or night of the week for groups.

Asheville Community Theatre Online Happy Hour Parties  
Apr 2 @ 5:00 pm
ACT Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/AshevilleCommunityTheatre/

    • We are featuring singers (and dancers!) from the community during our #ACTHappyHour parties M-F at 5:00 pm!
Friday, April 3, 2020
Hip Hop Fitness with Lisa Zahiya Online
Apr 3 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Studio Zahiya Online

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Kids Dance with Joanna Online Class
Apr 3 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Studio Zahiya Online

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Asheville Downtown Eats and Drinks Tour
Apr 3 @ 3:00 pm
Taste Carolina Gourmet Food Tours

Downtown Asheville is known for its eclectic arts and culture and a vibrant food and drink scene that celebrates independent restaurants and locally-sourced ingredients. Learn about this gorgeous city on a Taste Carolina walking tour and discover why Asheville was hailed by National Geographic’s Traveler Magazine as one of the top 15 places in the world to “treat your taste buds”!

Asheville Downtown Eats & Drinks Tour – Asheville’s Downtown Eats & Drinks Tour is a spirited and delicious way to explore the city! You’ll enjoy substantial bites and sips on this guided walking tour, sampling savory and sweet favorites, most paired with small drink pairings. This tour visits Asheville’s hidden gems, including eclectic restaurants and bars, and specialty food stores. You’ll also learn about the history of the city, the architecture, and the incredible culinary scene from your tour guide. By the end of this tour, you will feel like a local!

Private and custom tours can be arranged for any day or night of the week for groups.

Asheville Community Theatre Online Happy Hour Parties  
Apr 3 @ 5:00 pm
ACT Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/AshevilleCommunityTheatre/

    • We are featuring singers (and dancers!) from the community during our #ACTHappyHour parties M-F at 5:00 pm!
Saturday, April 4, 2020
Family Friendly Lead and Follow with Lisa Online Dance Class
Apr 4 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Studio Zahiya Online
Asheville Downtown Eats and Drinks Tour
Apr 4 @ 3:30 pm
Taste Carolina Gourmet Food Tours

Downtown Asheville is known for its eclectic arts and culture and a vibrant food and drink scene that celebrates independent restaurants and locally-sourced ingredients. Learn about this gorgeous city on a Taste Carolina walking tour and discover why Asheville was hailed by National Geographic’s Traveler Magazine as one of the top 15 places in the world to “treat your taste buds”!

Asheville Downtown Eats & Drinks Tour – Asheville’s Downtown Eats & Drinks Tour is a spirited and delicious way to explore the city! You’ll enjoy substantial bites and sips on this guided walking tour, sampling savory and sweet favorites, most paired with small drink pairings. This tour visits Asheville’s hidden gems, including eclectic restaurants and bars, and specialty food stores. You’ll also learn about the history of the city, the architecture, and the incredible culinary scene from your tour guide. By the end of this tour, you will feel like a local!

Private and custom tours can be arranged for any day or night of the week for groups.

Giselle: A Timeless and Beloved Classic RESCHEDULED JUNE 8 and 9 at 7pm
Apr 4 @ 7:00 pm
Peace Center
RESCHEDULED JUNE 8 and 9 at 7pm

One of the most recognized classical ballets of all time, Giselle tells a story of love and loss through the exquisite choreography of Marius Petipa performed by phenomenal Guest Artists Katherine Barkman of Washington Ballet and International Ballet‘s own Sebastian Vinet.

Sunday, April 5, 2020
Zumba with Gina Cornejo! Online Class
Apr 5 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Studio Zahiya Online

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Annual Palm Sunday Luncheonby Greek Orthodox CANCELLED
Apr 5 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

ANNUAL PALM SUNDAY LUNCHEON

Sponsored

by

THE GREEK ORTHODOX LADIES PHILOPTOCHOS SOCIETY

OF THE TRINITY GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH

SUNDAY APRIL 5, 2020

This year will mark the 55th year for the fundraising luncheon.

Food service begins at 11am and continues until 2 pm.

An array of delicious foods like the béchamel topped pistachio, spanakopita (spinach & buttery filo), keftethes (meatballs)… will be offered. The pastries table will be filled with all the favorite Greek pastries like Baklava, Kourambiethes, Galatoboureko, and many more. Think honey, nuts and, yes….buttery filo. They are the perfect finale to the vast buffet of savory foods you will find here. There will be Greek music and dance presentations as well.

Proceeds from the Ladies Philoptochos Society luncheon go to charities world-wide, and locally to programs for the homeless, children & hunger.

Asheville Downtown Eats and Drinks Tour
Apr 5 @ 11:00 am
Taste Carolina Gourmet Food Tours

Downtown Asheville is known for its eclectic arts and culture and a vibrant food and drink scene that celebrates independent restaurants and locally-sourced ingredients. Learn about this gorgeous city on a Taste Carolina walking tour and discover why Asheville was hailed by National Geographic’s Traveler Magazine as one of the top 15 places in the world to “treat your taste buds”!

Asheville Downtown Eats & Drinks Tour – Asheville’s Downtown Eats & Drinks Tour is a spirited and delicious way to explore the city! You’ll enjoy substantial bites and sips on this guided walking tour, sampling savory and sweet favorites, most paired with small drink pairings. This tour visits Asheville’s hidden gems, including eclectic restaurants and bars, and specialty food stores. You’ll also learn about the history of the city, the architecture, and the incredible culinary scene from your tour guide. By the end of this tour, you will feel like a local!

Private and custom tours can be arranged for any day or night of the week for groups.

Giselle: A Timeless and Beloved Classic RESCHEDULED June 8 and 9 at 7pm
Apr 5 @ 3:00 pm
Peace Center
RESCHEDULED June 8 and 9 at 7pm

One of the most recognized classical ballets of all time, Giselle tells a story of love and loss through the exquisite choreography of Marius Petipa performed by phenomenal Guest Artists Katherine Barkman of Washington Ballet and International Ballet‘s own Sebastian Vinet.

Monday, April 6, 2020
Asheville Community Theatre Online Happy Hour Parties  
Apr 6 @ 5:00 pm
ACT Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/AshevilleCommunityTheatre/

    • We are featuring singers (and dancers!) from the community during our #ACTHappyHour parties M-F at 5:00 pm!
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
Asheville Community Theatre Online Happy Hour Parties  
Apr 7 @ 5:00 pm
ACT Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/AshevilleCommunityTheatre/

    • We are featuring singers (and dancers!) from the community during our #ACTHappyHour parties M-F at 5:00 pm!
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Free Online West African Drumming & Dance for Kids Hosted by LEAF
Apr 8 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
LEAF Global Arts Online

Image may contain: 3 people, people sitting, people standing and outdoor

We invite young LEAFers to join LEAF Resident Teaching Artist Adama Dembele for a virtual drumming and dance class for elementary age kids. Adama is a master djembefola (djembe player) from the Ivory Coast, West Africa, and has been a part of LEAF since 2005. He currently teaches year round after school classes with LEAF Schools & Streets, and he is excited to offer video classes in which students can take a journey to explore the sounds, rhythms and movements of West African culture right from their own home!

https://www.facebook.com/events/199994081418039/

Baby Boogie Dance Party LIVE!
Apr 8 @ 10:00 am – 10:45 am
Baby Steps Dance Asheville

Join me on Wednesday mornings at 10:00am (EST) through the month of April for “Baby Boogie Dance Party LIVE!” These fun and interactive Facebook Live dance parties will air from the Baby Steps Dance Asheville page (not from within this event page). I will post previous videos in the comment section of this event page so you can access them at your convenience! Be sure to follow Baby Steps Dance Asheville on Facebook to stay connected and interact with me during live videos! Spread the word to your friends- community and connection is what we all need these days, and I am happy to bring some movement and joy to your families!
Virtual Tip Jar (thank you for your support!):
https://paypal.me/babystepsdanceavl?locale.x=en_US

ABOUT BABY BOOGIE DANCE PARTY LIVE!
Together we’ll connect and get our wiggles out through fun action songs, movement games, sing-a-longs and skill building! Activities are focused towards toddlers and young children, but older children and caregivers are encouraged to join in on the dancing! I’ll see you on the virtual dance floor!

Asheville Community Theatre Online Happy Hour Parties  
Apr 8 @ 5:00 pm
ACT Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/AshevilleCommunityTheatre/

    • We are featuring singers (and dancers!) from the community during our #ACTHappyHour parties M-F at 5:00 pm!
Thursday, April 9, 2020
Asheville Downtown Eats and Drinks Tour
Apr 9 @ 3:00 pm
Taste Carolina Gourmet Food Tours

Downtown Asheville is known for its eclectic arts and culture and a vibrant food and drink scene that celebrates independent restaurants and locally-sourced ingredients. Learn about this gorgeous city on a Taste Carolina walking tour and discover why Asheville was hailed by National Geographic’s Traveler Magazine as one of the top 15 places in the world to “treat your taste buds”!

Asheville Downtown Eats & Drinks Tour – Asheville’s Downtown Eats & Drinks Tour is a spirited and delicious way to explore the city! You’ll enjoy substantial bites and sips on this guided walking tour, sampling savory and sweet favorites, most paired with small drink pairings. This tour visits Asheville’s hidden gems, including eclectic restaurants and bars, and specialty food stores. You’ll also learn about the history of the city, the architecture, and the incredible culinary scene from your tour guide. By the end of this tour, you will feel like a local!

Private and custom tours can be arranged for any day or night of the week for groups.