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The last day to receive a full refund is September 28, 2023. After September 28, 2023, no refund will be issued.
Advance registration is required. Registration deadline is Friday, October 27 at 5 pm.
Need-based scholarships are available upon application.
Class Description:
Are you ready to hit the stage? This audition workshop is designed for teens who want to improve their auditioning and overall performing skills. This workshop will take you step-by-step through the audition process and give you pointers to make the whole experience more relaxing and familiar. The workshop will cover techniques for better auditioning, including cold reading skills, breaking down scenes, picking and preparing a monologue and a song, how to get a headshot and a resume, and how to find acting opportunities in our area. All actors, regardless of experience, ages 13 to 18, are eligible to attend.
Participants will have multiple opportunities to get up and perform during the workshop and will break off into groups several times during the day. Actors need to come prepared for a high-energy, action-filled afternoon.
Hayrides at The Orchard
Oct 28 @ 12:30 pm
The Orchard at Altapass
Take a ride through the Orchard fields and its history every weekend. “Heyrides” last approximately 45 minutes. All ages are welcome (kids under 4 free); $7 per person; wheelchair accessible; well-behaved dogs by consensus. Reservations are not required but sign up as soon as you arrive.
Activation in the Park
Oct 28 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
French Broad River Park
French Broad River Park: Go to the parking lot off of Riverview Drive, which is off of Amboy Rd. Find the cobalt blue canopy tent!
We will be as close to as directly across the parking lot as we can, near the water, with the tent (go past the bathrooms and head to the water). So, you should be able to find us pretty easily if it’s your first time).
We’ll enjoy meditations/visualizations, psychic ability empowerment, chakra activations, and lively discussions about how we can participate in the evolution of the new earth… a world where truth and the ethos of love (e.g.: Law of One) are the guiding forces.
All who are interested in spiritual growth and evolution and getting to know others who are “on their wavelength” are welcome.
NOTE: Bring a chair, pillow, or towel to sit on, an open mind, and energies of love, receptivity, and curiosity.
We look forward to meeting you!
Guided Trail Walk
Oct 28 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
NC Arboretum
Hit the trails and learn more about The North Carolina Arboretum’s botanically diverse forest with a guided trail walk! April through October, this free hiking program is led by trained volunteer guides who take small groups of participants along woodland trails and through a variety of forest types. Depending on the season and each guide’s area of expertise, topics of discussion may include wildflowers, plant and tree identification, natural history and more.
Guided trail walks are limited to 15 people, including the guide, and are not recommended for guests under 16 years of age. Groups depart from the Baker Visitor Center Lobby on Tuesdays at 1 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m..
Walks last 1.5 – 2.5 hours, are approximately one to two miles in length. As this program is held rain or shine, all participants should dress appropriately for the weather.
There is no pre-registration; walks are first-come first served and sign up sheets are located in the Baker Visitors Center.
Walks are FREE; however, donations to The North Carolina Arboretum Society are appreciated. Regular parking fees apply. Arboretum Society Members always park free.
Know Before You Go
Guided Trail Walks are not recommended for guests under 16 years of age.
Guided Trail Walks are rain or shine and all participants should be dressed comfortably and for the weather.
Hikes cover 1-2 miles and last 1.5-2 hours.
Well-behaved leashed pets are welcome to accompany their owners. In the rare case that a pet is disruptive or negatively impacts the experience, the pet and its owner may be asked to excuse themselves from the guided walk.
COVID-19 Safety: In order to hear the guide and fully participate in the trail walk, participants will be in close proximity to one another for extended periods of time. While face coverings are not required, participants should use their best judgement to keep themselves and others safe while enjoying the trails. Individuals who are experiencing flu-like symptoms or suspect they may have been exposed to COVID-19 should not participate.
At this time, no more than 6 spaces may be filled by a single family/group through pre-registration for any one Guided Trail Walk. If additional spaces are available on the day of the Walk, additional members of the family/group may participate. We apologize for any inconvenience and look forward to welcoming larger groups in the future.
Step into the captivating realm of self-expression through our Mixed Media Self Portrait Art Class. Embark on a creative journey where traditional and contemporary techniques intertwine to craft a unique representation of your identity. Guided by a skilled instructor, you’ll explore a myriad of artistic mediums, from painting and collage to digital elements, enabling you to capture the essence of your individuality in a visually striking and innovative way. Through this immersive experience, you’ll not only refine your artistic skills but also delve into introspection, unveiling layers of your personality and history while translating them into a captivating mixed-media masterpiece that truly reflects the intricate tapestry of your being.
Supplies will be provided. Registration is required.
The 13th Surreal Sirkus Arts Festival
Oct 28 @ 1:00 pm
Pack Square Green
🌙 Under the eerie light of the Full Lunar Eclipse, The Surreal Sirkus returns to Pack Square Park this Halloween weekend with The Surreal Sirkus Arts Festival! Join the Sirkus (you’ve always wanted to!) for a uniquely local experience of performance, art vendors, food, beer, spirits and more!
🎪 The Surreal Sirkus is a nonprofit performance art troupe with roots deep in Asheville history. Founded in 1996, its annual free Halloween festival was an institution in the city’s art scene. The Surreal Sirkus was laid to rest by a Viking funeral in 2005, and triumphantly resurrected in 2021 with a free all-day fair and evening performance in the city center, with thousands attending throughout the event’s duration.
Pumpkin Pedaller
Oct 28 @ 1:30 pm – 7:00 pm
New Belgium Brewing Company
The Pumpkin Pedaller, presented by Industry Nine, is Asheville on Bikes’ (AoB) annual costumed community ride. The event is hosted at New Belgium Brewing on Saturday, Oct 28th.
End of Year Giving Goal
The Pumpkin Pedaller kicks off our end of year giving goal. Our goal is to raise $150,000 by January 1, 2023.
Pumpkin Pedaller Event schedule:
1:30pm – 7pm: Pop-Up Bike Park presented by Kid Cycle Club
This year, we’re hosting a costume contest! Winners will be picked in each of the following categories:
1. Totally off the wall
2. Best use of recycled materials
3. Best use of bicycle
4. Most likely to be re-gifted
5. Most likely to cause congestion
6. Best use of hot glue gun
7. Best play on words
8. Best themed group
Past Pumpkin Pedaller Photos
Thank you to all the riders, volunteers, and AoB’s donors and sponsors for 11 great years of Pumpkin Pedaller!
Costumes are encouraged!
Trial to Table Fall Celebration
Oct 28 @ 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
The Boathouse
The Utopian Seed Project will showcase crops and varieties from its seed trials via the talented hands of local chefs Eric Morris of Cultura, J Chong, Hector Revilla and more. This Trial to Table event will feature foods made with sorghum, corn, and squash, as well as ube, taro, and chayote. Tickets include two small plates from each chef (8 plates total) and drinks. There will also be a Utopian Seed Project tasting table offering some of these ingredients in their pure form.
Artists Up Close: Day of the Dead
Oct 28 @ 2:00 pm
Fine Arts Center
Júlio Medaglia: Suite “Belle Epoque in Sud-Amerika” Maurice Ravel: Pavane pour une infante défunte Gabriela Ortiz: Altar de muertos, for string quartet Astor Piazzolla: Oblivion Michael Giacchino: Día de los Muertos Suite
Experimental. Artisanal. Inspired. Share a journey of musical exploration with artists and guests of the Greenville Symphony and be guided every step of the way.
Carolina Ballet Theatre: GHOSTS
Oct 28 @ 2:00 pm
Gunter Theatre
The Greenville-centric story opens on Halloween night. While most families make their rounds through the well-known neighborhoods, a handful of kids break off from the group. Hoping to reveal an unspoken Greenville secret, they head to an abandoned mansion along the Reedy River. They knock on the door, and after no answer, a brave little girl says, “Let’s go!” and pushes it open. Lightning flashes to reveal a silhouette of a couple who dance a pas de deux to a string quartet medley of several Michael Jackson-inspired tunes. Music By Michael Jackson and Choreography by Hernan Justo.
Warning Strob lighting and other intense lighting will be used during this show.
The 6th Annual Halloween Bar Crawl! – Lets Get Spooky
Oct 28 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope
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Willy Wonka Jr.
Oct 28 @ 2:00 pm
HART Theatre
Willy Wonka Jr.
By Timothy Allen McDonald & Leslie Bricusse In the Fangmeyer Theatre
Do you have the golden ticket?
The delicious adventures of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. Enigmatic candy manufacturer, Willy Wonka, stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. Four of the five winning children are insufferable brats, but the fifth is a likeable young lad named Charlie Bucket, who takes the tour in the company of his equally amiable grandfather. The children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka’s rules in the factory — or suffer the consequences. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film, in addition to a host of fun new songs, Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet tooth.
Suitable for all audiences.
Blue Ridge Orchestra: “The Well-Tempered Wizard”
Oct 28 @ 3:00 pm
Charles Beall Auditorium
From the opening chords of Bach’s celebrated Toccata and Fugue in D Minor to the closing strains from the score of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Music Director Milton Crotts has designed a program that evokes the spirit of Halloween. Works from the classical music world—Mozart’s Don Giovanni Overture, Saint-Saëns’ Danse Macabre, and Grieg’s In the Hall of the Mountain King—are complemented with selections from Broadway’s Wicked and The Phantom of the Opera.
The Orchestra is delighted to extend its collaboration with Haywood Community College, where one of our October and December programs will be performed this season, with proceeds benefitting HCC students. Community outreach—sharing fine music with all of Western North Carolina—is central to the ensemble’s mission. The Well-Tempered Wizard is sure to put the ghosts and goblins of both Buncombe and Haywood counties in the mood for a happy musical Halloween.
Milton Crotts, Conductor
Program:
Bach, Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, BWV 565
Andrew Lloyd Webber, The Phantom of the Opera, for strings and piano
Paula Akbar, violin
Tinder Burris, violoncello
Grieg, “In the Hall of the Mountain King” from Peer Gynt, Suite No. 1, Op. 46
Saint-Saëns, Danse Macabre
Paula Akbar, violin
INTERMISSION
Mozart, Don Giovanni Overture, Op. 527
Schwartz (arr. Ricketts), Music from Wicked
Williams, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Suite for Orchestra
DIG LOCAL FEST
Oct 28 @ 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Sweeten Creek Brewing
What you need to know
Join us Oct 28 at Sweeten Creek Brewing to celebrate Fall, community, and our amazing local business scene! This free festival will begin with the exciting release of the Dig LocALE- a Fall Inspired and Locally Sourced English Ale made in collaboration with local malt from Riverbend Malt House, and apples from Barber Orchards Fruitstand. $1 for each Dig LocALE sold goes to support the Asheville nonprofit Food Connection! ( https://food-connection.org ) There will be LOCAL VENDORS set up selling goods and services. For each Dig LocALE sold, customers will get a Raffle ticket to enter to win prizes such as local goods, swag and gift certificates from participating vendors. This is a family friendly/dog friendly event with Live Music at 3:00 featuring the beloved kids band – “What’s Shaking” Festivities include: • Kids Costume Contest • Dog Costume Contest • Stein Holding Competition • Apple Bobbing Contest Purchase delicious BBQ and more from Bear’s BBQ. MORE Live Music starts at 5:00 with the band “Clam Chowder Experience”
Autumn Amble leaf tours are back, and they’re better than ever! As the leaves begin to don their vibrant hues and the crisp autumn air fills the atmosphere, the Highlands Nature Center invites you on an enchanting journey through the beauty of the season.
Every Friday and Saturday in October at 4:00 p.m., join the Nature Center for FREE guided leaf tours open to the public. It’s the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the breathtaking transformation of nature while exploring the captivating colors of fall foliage.
Weather dependent.
Character Creation – Makeup Masterclass
Oct 28 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Asheville Community Theatre
Ages 13 & Up.
Want to amp up your Halloween look? Come to the Oozin’ Wounds workshop at ACT. Here, you’ll learn to craft believable bruises, cuts, and blood effects all through makeup.
Nicki LaRue, ACT’s experienced makeup and hair designer and a graduate of the Tom Savini Make-Up Effects program, will be your guide. You’ll receive a makeup kit with everything you need for the class. The best part? The kit is yours to keep.
Whether you’re exploring stage makeup or enhancing your Halloween costume, this class is your chance to learn practical skills. Don’t miss this chance to dive hands-on into the world of special effects makeup!
Official Asheville Halloween Bar Crawl
Oct 28 @ 4:00 pm – 4:15 pm
The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall (Bar, Live Music and Kitchen)
Asheville Official Halloween Bar Crawl
PAY ONCE! DRINK, PARTY, and CRAWL ALL 3 DAYS! OCTOBER 21ST, 27TH and 28TH!
One of the most exciting and unique Halloween events is back, and you know who’s throwing it. Have you ever wondered what a Haunted Bar Crawl would be like? Look no further because this is perfect for those who love to drink and enjoy a spooky atmosphere. Our Official Halloween Bar Crawl is back and just in time to freak the night away. This Halloween we celebrate October 28th, 2023.
The bar crawl consists of visiting several bars in the city, each with its unique Halloween drink specials, decor, and spooky surprises. From ghostly cocktails to pumpkin beer, each bar offers a special drink to fit the Halloween theme. Don’t get caught in cobwebs, get scared by skeletons or spooky lighting which will be all over this Halloween.
One of our most exciting parts of the event is the costume contest. Participants come dressed in their scariest or most creative costumes, and the winner receives a prize. What will you come up with? We love the creativeness from classic costumes like zombies and ghosts to more modern costumes, you name it, we want to see it.
As the night goes on, the bars become more crowded, you won’t want to miss out on the high energy level of the dance floor. Don’t be afraid to singing along to Halloween-themed songs you know that will be rocking the venues all night long. This Halloween event is a great way to let loose and have fun with friends, while also enjoying the spooky holiday atmosphere.
Mark your calendars and join us for our Official Halloween Bar Crawl for a night of scary joy and spine-tingling thrills. Tickets are selling quickly, so be sure to get yours now. Don’t forget to invite your Halloween homies to come out by sharing our social media postings with them. We can’t wait to see you at our Official Halloween Bar Crawl, which is guaranteed to be a scream-worthy success.
What To Expect
Getting a ticket to this year’s Asheville Halloween Bar Crawl Festivities is quite simple, all you must do is go to Pubcrawls.com and you can purchase your ticket today! If you and your friends want to make sure you are at the number one bar crawl in the world, then make sure you buy your ticket in advance so you can select a fabulous costume and crawl in style. We cannot wait to see you at this year’s Halloween Bar Crawl in Asheville on October 28th, 2023.
Costume Contest
Prizes will be given away for Asheville HALLOWEEN BAR CRAWL!
Be sure to tag @PUBCRAWLERS throughout the night, as we will be hand picking winners and messaging them.
What do we look for to win? Originality. Every winner so far has custom made and designed the creepiest and most ghoulish costumes on the crawl. We are also cool with group costumes, so grab your creepiest friends and get in on the contest and who knows, your group may be able to split the pot.
The Hook Up
3-4 Drinks Or Shots (With Multi Day Pass)
Pay Once! Drink, Party, and Crawl All 3 Days!
FREE Entry Into Over 4+ Venues
Exclusive FREE After Party
Digital Bar Crawl Map
Live Djs At Select Venues
$2,000 Value Halloween Costume Contest
Chance To Be Featured On Our Socials
Hundreds Of Crawlers
Tasty Themed Holiday Drink Specials
Up To 25% Off Select Foods
Up To 50% Off Drinks
Door Cover Charges Waived
Photographer and Or Videographer
Helpful Pub Crawl Staff On Site!
Use Code Metro for 20% Off at Pubcrawls.com
Disclaimer: Must be 21 years or older to participate in our events. All participating bars and their food or drink specials may be subject to change at the venue’s discretion. Must present your ticket at check in before check in time ends to receive your wristband. All sales are final no returns, refunds or exchanges for services once purchased.
Continuum Tattoo Collective Presents CYBERDOME: A Spectacular Halloween Dance Party to Benefit Crossnore Communities for Children
Hendersonville, NC- Continuum Tattoo Collective is proud to announce CYBERDOME, an electrifying cyberpunk apocalypse Halloween event aimed at making a huge impact in the community by supporting Crossnore Communities for Children. This year, Continuum Tattoo Collective is taking its annual Halloween event to a whole new level, promising an immersive experience like no other.
CYBERDOME will transport attendees into a world of dystopian wonder, where they will be mesmerized by thrilling performances, incredible music, and jaw-dropping costumes. The event, set to take place on October 28th of 2023, will push the boundaries of imagination, creating an unforgettable evening of entertainment and fundraising for a worthy cause.
In an effort to enhance the event experience, CYBERDOME will feature a four-course dining buffet, signature cocktails, and an exciting costume contest with remarkable prizes. Attendees can mark their calendars for September 2nd when Continuum Tattoo Collective will announce the detailed menu, cocktails, and contest prizes on their website.
To ensure guests are fueled up for the night, CYBERDOME will provide a delectable dining experience, including a delicious salad, mouthwatering entrees, and delectable sides. This immersive dining experience will be available before the party, allowing attendees to feast and indulge in the dystopian ambiance.
As attendees arrive at 5:30 p.m., they will be welcomed into the cyberdome through the PROMENADE, an enchanting entrance that sets the tone for the evening. From 5:30 pm to 7 pm, the WITCHING HOUR happy hour will offer complimentary cocktails that transport taste buds into the future, adding an extra layer of excitement to the event.
At 7:15 p.m., Empyrean Arts will captivate attendees with an awe-inspiring performance featuring breathtaking aerial displays. The night will continue with Rubiks Groove, a sensational concert that will keep guests dancing until 10 pm. Additionally, an unpredictable mystery performance will add an extra layer of intrigue to the evening.
To satisfy attendees’ sweet tooth, the DESSERT COFFEE TABLE will offer a delightful array of treats from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. At 10 pm, the event will hold an exciting moment of ANNOUNCEMENTS, where a panel of esteemed judges will crown the best costumes of the night. The winners will take home prizes valued up to $1000, adding to the excitement and anticipation.
The party doesn’t stop there! From 10 pm until 2 am, the UPSIDE DOWN AFTER-PARTY with Dagget Productions will keep the energy and excitement surging through the cyberdome, creating a party experience attendees won’t want to miss.
Continuum Tattoo Collective is dedicated to giving back to the community, and a portion of all proceeds from CYBERDOME will benefit Crossnore Communities. Crossnore Communities for Children is a nonprofit organization committed to providing stable, loving homes for children in need.
Sponsorship opportunities are available for those who wish to support CYBERDOME and contribute to the success of this impactful event. Interested sponsors are invited to contact Continuum Tattoo Collective at [email protected].
Mark your calendars, prepare your cyberpunk-inspired attire, and get ready to immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience at CYBERDOME. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of children in need.
For more information about CYBERDOME and Continuum Tattoo Collective, please visit
https://www.continuumartnc.com/events/halloween-gala
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About Continuum Tattoo Collective:
Continuum Tattoo Collective is a Hendersonville-based tattoo studio known for its talented artists and commitment to artistic excellence. Continuum Tattoo Collective’s mission extends beyond their studio, as they actively seek to contribute to and support the local community through various fundraising events.
About Crossnore Communities for Children:
Crossnore Communities for Children is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing safe, stable, and loving homes for children in need. Through its various programs, Crossnore Communities works tirelessly to empower children and families, giving them the resources and support necessary for a brighter future.
Wanna hear the best local music and drink the best local beers? Hop aboard LaZoom’s Purple Bus and rock out with a local band while we take you on a journey to Asheville’s premiere local breweries.
Curated Live Music & Brewery Bus experience
3 Hours long, includes three 30 Minute Local Brewery Stops
You Can Drink on the Funky Purple Bus! **Must be purchased at LaZoom or at brewery stop**
Full Moon Forest Bathing
Oct 28 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Olivette Riverside Community & Farm
The practice of forest bathing encourages you to slow down, relax and reconnect with nature by quieting the mind and awakening the senses.
Join a certified forest therapy guide for a relaxing 2.5-hour stroll through the forest in our stunning Blue Ridge Mountains. Through a series of invitations, you’ll have the opportunity to be present in the moment, deepening your connection with nature and community, and enjoying the many gifts nature has to offer. The walk culminates in a tea ceremony with snacks.
What is Forest Bathing? Forest Bathing is simply a guided walk in nature. Your guide will share mindfulness practices and invitations designed to connect you more deeply to your inner landscapes, as well as the world around you. Inspired by Shinrin-Yoku, the Japanese art of immersing oneself in a forest environment, forest bathing walks invite guests to spend time in nature in a way that invites healing for ourselves, our fraught ecosystems, and our community. It is true nature therapy!
This is essentially a mindful, rejuvenating walk in the forest…no actual “bathing” required.
This experience is great for groups and is a unique team-building activity. Private walks are available nearly every day! If you don’t see your date and time listed, please reach out! I’d love to see you on the trail.
Hell comes to Flavortown
Oct 28 @ 6:00 pm
DSSOLVR
Hell Comes to Flavortown
🔥🍔 A cherry-red, vintage Camaro flies through the gates of hell. *whoosh* Its driver, an infernal demon, has a badass bowling shirt, a truly wicked pair of sunglasses, and super cool tattoos! His platinum blonde hair, meticulously spiked, remains motionless despite the speed. 🍔🔥“Hi I’m Guy SCIERY, and we’re rolling out! Queue the Rockabilly Music!”
On October 28th, 6 PM “Hell Comes to Flavortown” we’re crankin’ up the gasps for the ultimate Halloween rager! Get ready to taste flavors that’ll punch your taste buds in the face, with Boy Howdy Burgers and Mount Patisserie donuts! Then dance to beats from DJ Bridal Parti Bucardii that’ll pump you up, and step into GUY SCIERY’s lair, filled with epic Halloween decor that’ll freak you out, bruh. It’s gonna be DONKEY SAUCE!
Live Music at Oak + Grist
Oct 28 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Oak and Grist Distilling Company
We are having so much fun with our Friday nights that we’re bringing live music & food trucks to Saturday too! Every Friday & Saturday at Oak & Grist, we host live music from talented local musicians & artists. Plus, we’re hosting a rotating selection of food trucks to keep the party going longer! View our upcoming schedule below:
SEPTEMBER 2023
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH: NO LIVE MUSIC OR FOOD TRUCK
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30TH: Clara Hathaway // NO FOOD TRUCK
OCTOBER 2023
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6TH: Jacob Donham // Mothers Pizza (5-8pm)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7TH: NO MUSIC OR FOOD TRUCK
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13TH: Handpan Jam with Josh Rivera // Mother’s Pizza (5-8pm)
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14TH: Emily Martin & The Innocent Mischief // NO FOOD TRUCK
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20TH: Jacob Donham // TBA
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21ST: Josh Humphries // TBA
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27TH: Handpan Jam with Josh Rivera // TBA
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28TH: Color Machine Music // TBA
Pumpkin Fest at Silvermont Park, Brevard, NC
Oct 28 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Silvermont Park
Pumpkin Fest is a fun, family friendly and fantastic artistic event or great date night with 18 beautiful artist-designed lighted carved pumpkin displays on a newly-paved short walking trail. The event includes talented local musicians, food trucks and coffee house, games, storytelling, face painting, white squirrel scavenger hunt, games, dress ups, and the Silvermont historic mansion and second floor museum open for tours. New exhibits from 2022 (“Syd’s Silvermont Adventure”) and 2021 (the spectacular “White Squirrel Circus”) are returning, as well as 16 other lighted pumpkin displays such as Butterfly Garden, Pirates Cove, Under the Sea, Witches Garden, Ghost Circle, Totem Garden, and more.
A new 2023 exhibit has been developed by Friends of Silvermont’s Pumpkin-teers: “Land of Waterfalls”, featuring the unique places and features that make Transylvania County so beautiful and special for locals and tourists alike. A new social media photo-op site with a Silvermont Pumpkin Fest background will also be set up between the dress up and face painting areas near the tennis courts. There will be lots of activities for young and old alike- with fun for all ages! Silvermont Park has a newly paved 1/3-mile trail that works much better for strollers, walkers and wheelchairs.
Pumpkin Fest is a Fundraiser for Friends of Silvermont to help maintain and improve the Silvermont Park and the 106-year-old historic mansion, which houses the county senior center and a history museum. Friends of Silvermont was in 1981 to help save the mansion and has continued to make significant financial contributions to both the mansion and park each year.
Location- Silvermont Park 364 E. Main St. Brevard, NC 28712.
Admission $7 per person (ages 13 and over), $5 ages 3-12, and under 3 is free. We accept cards, cash or check with ID. Volunteers receive free admission. Contact [email protected] if interested in volunteering for event nights or setup/teardown starting Sept. 23 thru Nov 3.
Onsite parking cost is $5 cash per car. Free parking is available offsite on nearby streets and at churches and the Comporium and church parking lots 1 block away. Handicap sticker- free parking onsite.
Music and Food Schedule:
Date Time Music Schedule Food Trucks plus Cup and Saucer
Oct. 6 Friday 6-9 pm Two Step Too Feta Flav, Jenny’s Mini Donuts
Oct. 7 Saturday 6-9 pm Big Eyed Rabbit Southern Hawg BarBQue, Jenny’s Mini Donuts
Oct. 13 Friday 6-9 pm Nikki Talley and Jason Sharpe Feta Flav, Jenny’s Mini Donuts
Oct. 14 Saturday 6-9 pm Andrew Thelston and Carrie Morrison Haus Heidelberg
Oct. 20 Friday 6-9 pm Nikki Talley and Jason Sharpe Toasted Cuban, Jenny’s Mini Donuts
Oct. 21 Saturday 6-9 pm Unpaid Bill and the Bad Czechs Feta Flav
Oct. 27 Friday 6-9 pm McIntosh and the Lionhearts BBQ Shed, Jenny’s Mini Donuts
Oct. 28 Saturday 6-9 pm McIntosh and the Lionhearts Toasted Cuban, Feta Flav
Website: Pumpkin Fest | Friends of Silvermont https://silvermont.org/pumpkinfest/ Facebook: SilvermontPark: https://www.facebook.com/silvermontpark/
We’re Looking for New Blood! Black Mountain Cluster Volunteer Event
Oct 28 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
The Railyard Black Mountain
Do you find the NC GOP scary? Are you ready to support voting rights, reproductive rights, education, gun safety, and other important issues? Join us to meet and mingle with others who feel the same and want to do something about the authoritarian stranglehold on many levels of our government.
If losing our democracy frightens you, join us! Costume optional but encouraged.
Who should attend: Like-minded individuals in and around Black Mountain.
Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons + More
Oct 28 @ 6:30 pm
AyurPrana Listening Room
⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Asheville. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More at AyurPrana Listening Room under the gentle glow of candlelight.
General Info
📍 Venue: AyurPrana Listening Room
📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
⏳ Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)
👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
♿ Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant
❓ View the FAQs for this event here
🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert (min 40+ people), please click here
🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Asheville
Tentative Program
“The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 1 RV 269: “Spring”” – Vivaldi
“The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2 RV 315: “Summer”” – Vivaldi
“Thaïs: Méditation” – Jules Massenet
“Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons: “Spring 3”” – Max Richter
“The Cuatro Estaciones Porteñas: Verano Porteño” – Astor Piazzolla
“Libertango” – Astor Piazzolla
“The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 3 RV 293: “Autumn”” – Vivaldi
“The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 4 RV 297: “Winter”” – Vivaldi
Alternatives:
“Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons: Summer 1” – Max Richter
“The Carnival of the Animals, R 125: XIII. Le Cygne (The Swan)” – Camille Saint-Saëns
Haints in the Holler – Haunted Hike!
Oct 28 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Shope Creek Trailhead
Join a spooky storyteller as they guide you into the Appalachian woods with chants of folklore.
“The Long Goodbye” Exhibition by Rob Czar
Oct 28 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
The Czart Gallery
Join us Halloween weekend for “The Long Goodbye” Exhibition opening at The CZART Gallery in Asheville, NC. This exhibit will show new works by talented local artist Rob Czar.
RSVP through the gallery’s website theczartgallery.com
*The Long Goodbye: Typically used to describe the last encounter between two friends, lovers, or family members before a long leave of absence or death.
Artists Up Close: Day of the Dead
Oct 28 @ 7:00 pm
Fine Arts Center
Júlio Medaglia: Suite “Belle Epoque in Sud-Amerika” Maurice Ravel: Pavane pour une infante défunte Gabriela Ortiz: Altar de muertos, for string quartet Astor Piazzolla: Oblivion Michael Giacchino: Día de los Muertos Suite
Experimental. Artisanal. Inspired. Share a journey of musical exploration with artists and guests of the Greenville Symphony and be guided every step of the way.
Zak’s work has been featured by the Washington Post, BBC, Newsweek, Buzzfeed, and Vice.
Every Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Zak Toscani from LA!
Zak Toscani is a standup comedian and writer living in Los Angeles, CA. Zak started comedy in Portland but it has since taken him across the country and around the world. Zak has performed at the Bumbershoot Music & Arts Festival, The Bridgetown Comedy Festival, and the The High Plains Comedy Festival.
With a focus on originality and vulnerability, Zak’s comedy has been highlighted by Splitsider, Paste, and The Portland Mercury. He is also the most reoccurring guest on the hit comedy podcast All Fantasy Everything.
Zak’s work has been featured by the Washington Post, BBC, Newsweek, Buzzfeed, and Vice.
