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

Interested in adding an event to our calendar? Please click the green “Post Your Event” button below.

Saturday, May 8, 2021
Hiking for Hunger
May 8 all-day
Online w/ Hiking for Hunger

Former Volunteer Manager, Micah Tomlinson, and former MANNA Community Market Driver, Keeka Grant-Tomlinson, began hiking the Appalachian Trail together as part of Hiking for Hunger – a fundraiser created by both of them to help raise awareness of hunger and food insecurity in WNC, while also raising funds for MANNA FoodBank.
To follow along with their thru-hike and to learn more about Hiking for Hunger, Hiking for Hunger | Making miles for meals in Western North Carolina.
Llama Hike Experience
May 8 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Earthshine Lodge

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous llamas’ interesting histories and how to safely handle the animals before heading out on a hike with gorgeous mountaintop views on our private trails.

Each family/ group gets 1 to 3 lovable llamas to share and there’s plenty of time for llama cuddles and, of course, llama selfies! This moderate hike is around 1 mile long and does require requires walking uphill on rocky and sometimes slippery terrain.
We welcome all ages on our llama hikes and children 5 and under are free. When you make your reservation, please let us know if you have anyone under that age in the notes section.

Led by: Mark English aka “The Llama Dude”

Llama Hike Experience
May 8 @ 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Earthshine Lodge

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind hike in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains with our friendly llamas! Hikers will learn about our famous llamas’ interesting histories and how to safely handle the animals before heading out on a hike with gorgeous mountaintop views on our private trails.

Each family/ group gets 1 to 3 lovable llamas to share and there’s plenty of time for llama cuddles and, of course, llama selfies! This moderate hike is around 1 mile long and does require requires walking uphill on rocky and sometimes slippery terrain.

Duration: The total experience lasts about an hour and a half

Ages: We welcome all ages on our llama hikes and children 5 and under are free. When you make your reservation, please let us know if you have anyone under that age in the notes section.

Led by: Mark English aka “The Llama Dude”

Sunday, May 9, 2021
Hiking for Hunger
May 9 all-day
Online w/ Hiking for Hunger

Former Volunteer Manager, Micah Tomlinson, and former MANNA Community Market Driver, Keeka Grant-Tomlinson, began hiking the Appalachian Trail together as part of Hiking for Hunger – a fundraiser created by both of them to help raise awareness of hunger and food insecurity in WNC, while also raising funds for MANNA FoodBank.
To follow along with their thru-hike and to learn more about Hiking for Hunger, Hiking for Hunger | Making miles for meals in Western North Carolina.
Traditional Archery
May 9 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Exact Location Given Upon Registration For Student Safety

Come on out for a day of fun. We’ll be hiking a bit and learning archery at the same time. Bring your own bow or use one of the ones we provide.

Learn:
-Bow fundamentals
-Different aiming techniques
-Bow care and safety

For The People Academy is an inclusive high level skills training company based in Asheville. Our goal is to create heroes in our own communities.

Tuesday, May 11, 2021
The Classic Hikes of the Smokies: Baxter Creek to Mt. Sterling
May 11 @ 9:00 am
Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Baxter Creek to Mt. Sterling 12.2 miles | Difficult Wildflowers, Trail Restoration

2021 CLASSIC HIKES OF THE SMOKIES

Discover America’s most-visited national park with a guided day hike! The Classic Hikes of the Smokies feature interpretation of the history, flora, and fauna of park trails. Hikes vary in distance, difficulty, and location within the park to provide a comprehensive overview of the Smokies, exposing hikers to high Appalachian vistas, streams teeming with aquatic life, the best collection of log structures on the Eastern Seaboard, and much more.

After completing registration…
You will receive an email the Friday before the hike with directions, and more information. All hikes begin at 9 a.m

Thursday, May 13, 2021
LEAF 2021 announces a few key dates
May 13 all-day
LEAF

Spring LEAF Retreat May 13-16 at Lake Eden
LEAF Downtown/ Reimagine August 27-28
Fall LEAF Festival October 14-17 at Lake Eden 
(Size TBD*)

These events will be limited in size but will retain all the LEAF Love. LEAF Members will have priority and at times exclusive access to these events. Please note that Spring LEAF Retreat will be members-only and tickets will be made available on January 4th, 2021. Members have kept LEAF Mission alive and at work in this wild year of 2020! Your membership empowered LEAF to maintain our support of LEAF International Culture Keepers in the 10 countries and local LEAF Schools & Streets Artists. When you support culture, artists and teachers you are investing in the community and young people’s future. Interested in becoming a member? Join membership today!

All $250+ memberships will receive the 2021 LEAF Calendar hot off the press and its going to be a great year!

Friday, May 14, 2021
Hiking for Hunger
May 14 all-day
Online w/ Hiking for Hunger

Former Volunteer Manager, Micah Tomlinson, and former MANNA Community Market Driver, Keeka Grant-Tomlinson, began hiking the Appalachian Trail together as part of Hiking for Hunger – a fundraiser created by both of them to help raise awareness of hunger and food insecurity in WNC, while also raising funds for MANNA FoodBank.
To follow along with their thru-hike and to learn more about Hiking for Hunger, Hiking for Hunger | Making miles for meals in Western North Carolina.
LEAF 2021 announces a few key dates
May 14 all-day
LEAF

Spring LEAF Retreat May 13-16 at Lake Eden
LEAF Downtown/ Reimagine August 27-28
Fall LEAF Festival October 14-17 at Lake Eden 
(Size TBD*)

These events will be limited in size but will retain all the LEAF Love. LEAF Members will have priority and at times exclusive access to these events. Please note that Spring LEAF Retreat will be members-only and tickets will be made available on January 4th, 2021. Members have kept LEAF Mission alive and at work in this wild year of 2020! Your membership empowered LEAF to maintain our support of LEAF International Culture Keepers in the 10 countries and local LEAF Schools & Streets Artists. When you support culture, artists and teachers you are investing in the community and young people’s future. Interested in becoming a member? Join membership today!

All $250+ memberships will receive the 2021 LEAF Calendar hot off the press and its going to be a great year!

Saturday, May 15, 2021
Hiking for Hunger
May 15 all-day
Online w/ Hiking for Hunger

Former Volunteer Manager, Micah Tomlinson, and former MANNA Community Market Driver, Keeka Grant-Tomlinson, began hiking the Appalachian Trail together as part of Hiking for Hunger – a fundraiser created by both of them to help raise awareness of hunger and food insecurity in WNC, while also raising funds for MANNA FoodBank.
To follow along with their thru-hike and to learn more about Hiking for Hunger, Hiking for Hunger | Making miles for meals in Western North Carolina.
LEAF 2021 announces a few key dates
May 15 all-day
LEAF

Spring LEAF Retreat May 13-16 at Lake Eden
LEAF Downtown/ Reimagine August 27-28
Fall LEAF Festival October 14-17 at Lake Eden 
(Size TBD*)

These events will be limited in size but will retain all the LEAF Love. LEAF Members will have priority and at times exclusive access to these events. Please note that Spring LEAF Retreat will be members-only and tickets will be made available on January 4th, 2021. Members have kept LEAF Mission alive and at work in this wild year of 2020! Your membership empowered LEAF to maintain our support of LEAF International Culture Keepers in the 10 countries and local LEAF Schools & Streets Artists. When you support culture, artists and teachers you are investing in the community and young people’s future. Interested in becoming a member? Join membership today!

All $250+ memberships will receive the 2021 LEAF Calendar hot off the press and its going to be a great year!

Transformational Forest Bathing
May 15 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
The Forest Farmacy

Forest bathing is a ancient Japanese practice for de-stressing and relating to the more-than-human world. It has gained much popularity in Asia, and now in the US, as a growing bank of scientific research is demonstrating it’s healing benefits.

Forest bathing has been shown to reduce stress, anxiety, depression and anger while strengthening the immune system, improving cardiovascular and metabolic health and increasing overall wellbeing.

It’s a delicious way to be in the world!

Transformational Forest Bathing weaves in techniques from eco-therapy, depth psychology, wilderness rites of passage and mythic storytelling to form a powerfully transformative experience. We will work with whatever is holding you back right now and show you how to work with the land to gain insight on your next steps forward. As you shift through this current block you’ll learn how navigate this way in the future.

You will:
– Unwind the knots you formed by keeping it all together
– Learn how to let the forest hold you
– Connect deeply to the more-than-human world
– Shift into a state of consciousness that allows you to receive information and nourishment, one where you don’t need to figure it out
– Learn how to work with the natural world to move through whatever is blocking you right now
– Open the door to reclaiming your ancestral heritage

Is this for you?
Honestly, if you are simply looking for some stress reduction and a lovely walk in the forest this isn’t the program for you. If you are ready to dig deep and do some soul-tending then come on over!

It doesn’t matter if you already have a strong nature connection practice or you have never heard of it, the program is designed to work for any level of previous nature connection experience.

What is key is your desire and willingness to work with whatever part of you is holding you back from living the life you want right now.

Sunday, May 16, 2021
LEAF 2021 announces a few key dates
May 16 all-day
LEAF

Spring LEAF Retreat May 13-16 at Lake Eden
LEAF Downtown/ Reimagine August 27-28
Fall LEAF Festival October 14-17 at Lake Eden 
(Size TBD*)

These events will be limited in size but will retain all the LEAF Love. LEAF Members will have priority and at times exclusive access to these events. Please note that Spring LEAF Retreat will be members-only and tickets will be made available on January 4th, 2021. Members have kept LEAF Mission alive and at work in this wild year of 2020! Your membership empowered LEAF to maintain our support of LEAF International Culture Keepers in the 10 countries and local LEAF Schools & Streets Artists. When you support culture, artists and teachers you are investing in the community and young people’s future. Interested in becoming a member? Join membership today!

All $250+ memberships will receive the 2021 LEAF Calendar hot off the press and its going to be a great year!

No Budget Camping Class
May 16 all-day
Exact Location Given Upon Registration

This primitive survival skills class provides mental health benefits and builds confidence in a covid-safe environment. For The People Academy, a high-end skills training company, is offering an all day No Budget Camping class. Students will learn how to survive in the wild without expensive gear. Skills taught will be:
How to build a shelter
How to find and purify water
How to start a fire with one match
How to make your own cookware
Basic knife skills
Basic first-aid

April 18th and May 16th from 11am-6pm. Classes will be held in the Asheville area and are open to all ages, skill levels and backgrounds. To ensure participant safety, students will be given the exact class location after registering.

Registration starts at $85 at FTPAcademy.org, but readers can get a 10% discount at checkout by entering promo code ‘CAMPING2021’.

Classes will be led by For The People Academy’s senior instructor Ami Le. Ami is a Primitive Skills instructor at Florida Earthskills gathering as well as a certified NC Concealed Carry and Red Cross First-aid/CPR/AED instructor.

Saturday, May 22, 2021
WNCHA Outdoor Experiences: Hickory Nut Gap Hike
May 22 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Hickory Nut Gap

 

Join us Saturday, May 22 as WNCHA leads a hike in the historic Hickory Nut Gap. In this exclusive hike, on a trail section not yet open to the public, we will explore the history of this area as a boundary and barrier, as well as a route connecting various people and places. Native Americans, settlers, livestock drovers, Civil War soldiers, and plenty of tourists have all shaped the history of this gorge through the Blue Ridge. At the highest point, we will enjoy lunch amid the panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Pastures. This hike is made possible by Conserving Carolina, who have graciously granted us special, one-time permission to use their not-yet-open Ferguson Peak and Strawberry Gap Trail to climb from the gorge floor to the top of the nearby peaks.

Where: Hickory Nut Gap – Ferguson Peak Trail to Blue Ridge Pastures (Parking details will be emailed to registrants)

Distance: 6 miles total (2.9 miles one-way)

Difficulty: Strenuous – 1,600ft elevation gain

What to Bring: Sturdy hiking shoes/boots, Water (32oz min), snacks/bagged lunch, any needed medicines, backpack, hiking poles (optional), mask (mandatory)

Details: We will meet at the designated parking area prior to 10:00am and prepare to hike at that time. The most strenuous section of hiking will be at the start

Pets: We love pets, but cannot allow them on this hike.

Covid Precautions:

Safety is the highest priority of this event. No hike is guaranteed to be safe, and no outing during Covid is either. To minimize risks, we will require participants to abide by these guidelines. Failure to adhere may result in cancellation or a participant being asked to leave.

  • Participants must sign a waiver in advance virtually via Google Forms: https://forms.gle/RiyDnP7EispVx1F96
  • We are limited to 25 participants total.
  • Nobody with visible symptoms will be allowed. Those who feel unwell or feel they may have been exposed are asked not to attend. Refunds are available.
  • Hikers are required to bring masks and wear them any time participants are unable to maintain six feet of separation from others, including non-participants.
  • Social distancing is required while we hike.

Rain Date:

Unless the weather is heavily rainy or presents another severe challenge, the hike will proceed. If we have to reschedule, participants will be notified by phone/email by 8pm the evening prior, and a new date will be announced in short order.

Hike Leader

This hike is led by Trevor Freeman, public programs director for the Western North Carolina Historical Association. He has an MA in American History from East Carolina University and is also a certified interpretive guide. He has served as an intern at Chimney Rock State Park and a trail coordinator in the Hickory Nut Gorge, and considers this stretch of peaks, valleys, forests, and rivers one of his favorite places.

Sunday, May 23, 2021
Backcountry Navigation With A Map and Compass
May 23 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
REI
  • FITNESS LEVEL : 1

    Relaxed

During this class, our instructors will help you understand the information provided on your map, the proper use of your compass, and how to put the two together. You’ll learn about magnetic north, true north, and magnetic variation (declination). After covering these fundamentals, you’ll get time to practice taking a bearing from the terrain and your map so that you can make sense of your position and plan a route. This engaging course is a great introduction to outdoor navigation and map reading!

Dupont State Recreational Forest – Fawn Lake Access Area

Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Important Ticketing Info: Brevard Music Center Summer Festival
May 26 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

New Performance Announcements
from Brevard Music Center
We have wonderful news! New performances have been added to our summer festival season!
JUST ANNOUNCED!

FRIDAY, JUNE 25: Jazz@BMC with Jane Monheit
SUNDAY, JULY 11: BMC Presents: Shannon & Woody
SUNDAY, JULY 18: BMC Presents: Fireside Collective
TUESDAY, JULY 20: Sidney Outlaw in Recital
SUNDAY, JULY 25: BMC Presents: Darrell Scott
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1: BMC Presents: Coming Soon!

We have heard your request to increase our seating capacity, as well as offer options for both regular and socially distanced seating. We are now very pleased to provide both! 

We are currently reconfiguring our available seating to include both regular seating and socially distanced seating for every performance. We are very thankful for our open-air venues and large, beautiful campus so that we can provide you with your best experience.

We have temporarily paused our order processing in order to complete these changes as quickly as possible. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding while we continue to prepare for a thrilling season.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When will general public ticketing begin?
General public ticketing will begin on June 1st. Previously received ticket orders will continue to be processed in order of donor level and submission date.

I have not submitted my ticket order. How do I submit an order? 
If you would like to place an order, we kindly ask that you please email your request to [email protected]. Please include your:

  • Name
  • Phone Number
  • Email
  • Name(s) or Date(s) of Performances
  • How Many Tickets for Each Event
  • Seat Preference (Regular Seating or Socially Distanced Seating)

Your order will be placed in line according to donor level and submission date. We will be sure to contact you if we have any questions regarding your ticket order. You will receive an email confirmation when your ticket order has been processed. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize for the delay.

I have submitted my order but not received a confirmation that the order has been processed. When will I receive my confirmation? 
As soon as your ticket order is processed, you will receive a reservation confirmation by email. We truly appreciate your patience as we process your ticket orders as quickly as possible, in order of submission date and donor level. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize again for the delay.

I have not purchased tickets and am currently on a waiting list. Will my order now be completed? 
If you are currently on a waiting list for tickets, we will be reaching out to process your order as soon as possible. We very much appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone in order of donor level and when their request was submitted.

I have purchased my tickets. Should I reach out to the box office?
We will take care of everything! If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected], or leave a message with your name and phone number and we will return your call as soon as possible. Please note that leaving multiple messages will cause delays. We apologize for the delay and deeply appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone as quickly as possible.

What is the best way to reach the box office?
If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected]. We truly appreciate your patience as we respond to messages as quickly as possible.

Thursday, May 27, 2021
Important Ticketing Info: Brevard Music Center Summer Festival
May 27 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

New Performance Announcements
from Brevard Music Center
We have wonderful news! New performances have been added to our summer festival season!
JUST ANNOUNCED!

FRIDAY, JUNE 25: Jazz@BMC with Jane Monheit
SUNDAY, JULY 11: BMC Presents: Shannon & Woody
SUNDAY, JULY 18: BMC Presents: Fireside Collective
TUESDAY, JULY 20: Sidney Outlaw in Recital
SUNDAY, JULY 25: BMC Presents: Darrell Scott
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1: BMC Presents: Coming Soon!

We have heard your request to increase our seating capacity, as well as offer options for both regular and socially distanced seating. We are now very pleased to provide both! 

We are currently reconfiguring our available seating to include both regular seating and socially distanced seating for every performance. We are very thankful for our open-air venues and large, beautiful campus so that we can provide you with your best experience.

We have temporarily paused our order processing in order to complete these changes as quickly as possible. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding while we continue to prepare for a thrilling season.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When will general public ticketing begin?
General public ticketing will begin on June 1st. Previously received ticket orders will continue to be processed in order of donor level and submission date.

I have not submitted my ticket order. How do I submit an order? 
If you would like to place an order, we kindly ask that you please email your request to [email protected]. Please include your:

  • Name
  • Phone Number
  • Email
  • Name(s) or Date(s) of Performances
  • How Many Tickets for Each Event
  • Seat Preference (Regular Seating or Socially Distanced Seating)

Your order will be placed in line according to donor level and submission date. We will be sure to contact you if we have any questions regarding your ticket order. You will receive an email confirmation when your ticket order has been processed. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize for the delay.

I have submitted my order but not received a confirmation that the order has been processed. When will I receive my confirmation? 
As soon as your ticket order is processed, you will receive a reservation confirmation by email. We truly appreciate your patience as we process your ticket orders as quickly as possible, in order of submission date and donor level. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize again for the delay.

I have not purchased tickets and am currently on a waiting list. Will my order now be completed? 
If you are currently on a waiting list for tickets, we will be reaching out to process your order as soon as possible. We very much appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone in order of donor level and when their request was submitted.

I have purchased my tickets. Should I reach out to the box office?
We will take care of everything! If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected], or leave a message with your name and phone number and we will return your call as soon as possible. Please note that leaving multiple messages will cause delays. We apologize for the delay and deeply appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone as quickly as possible.

What is the best way to reach the box office?
If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected]. We truly appreciate your patience as we respond to messages as quickly as possible.

Friday, May 28, 2021
Important Ticketing Info: Brevard Music Center Summer Festival
May 28 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

New Performance Announcements
from Brevard Music Center
We have wonderful news! New performances have been added to our summer festival season!
JUST ANNOUNCED!

FRIDAY, JUNE 25: Jazz@BMC with Jane Monheit
SUNDAY, JULY 11: BMC Presents: Shannon & Woody
SUNDAY, JULY 18: BMC Presents: Fireside Collective
TUESDAY, JULY 20: Sidney Outlaw in Recital
SUNDAY, JULY 25: BMC Presents: Darrell Scott
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1: BMC Presents: Coming Soon!

We have heard your request to increase our seating capacity, as well as offer options for both regular and socially distanced seating. We are now very pleased to provide both! 

We are currently reconfiguring our available seating to include both regular seating and socially distanced seating for every performance. We are very thankful for our open-air venues and large, beautiful campus so that we can provide you with your best experience.

We have temporarily paused our order processing in order to complete these changes as quickly as possible. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding while we continue to prepare for a thrilling season.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When will general public ticketing begin?
General public ticketing will begin on June 1st. Previously received ticket orders will continue to be processed in order of donor level and submission date.

I have not submitted my ticket order. How do I submit an order? 
If you would like to place an order, we kindly ask that you please email your request to [email protected]. Please include your:

  • Name
  • Phone Number
  • Email
  • Name(s) or Date(s) of Performances
  • How Many Tickets for Each Event
  • Seat Preference (Regular Seating or Socially Distanced Seating)

Your order will be placed in line according to donor level and submission date. We will be sure to contact you if we have any questions regarding your ticket order. You will receive an email confirmation when your ticket order has been processed. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize for the delay.

I have submitted my order but not received a confirmation that the order has been processed. When will I receive my confirmation? 
As soon as your ticket order is processed, you will receive a reservation confirmation by email. We truly appreciate your patience as we process your ticket orders as quickly as possible, in order of submission date and donor level. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize again for the delay.

I have not purchased tickets and am currently on a waiting list. Will my order now be completed? 
If you are currently on a waiting list for tickets, we will be reaching out to process your order as soon as possible. We very much appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone in order of donor level and when their request was submitted.

I have purchased my tickets. Should I reach out to the box office?
We will take care of everything! If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected], or leave a message with your name and phone number and we will return your call as soon as possible. Please note that leaving multiple messages will cause delays. We apologize for the delay and deeply appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone as quickly as possible.

What is the best way to reach the box office?
If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected]. We truly appreciate your patience as we respond to messages as quickly as possible.

Saturday, May 29, 2021
Important Ticketing Info: Brevard Music Center Summer Festival
May 29 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

New Performance Announcements
from Brevard Music Center
We have wonderful news! New performances have been added to our summer festival season!
JUST ANNOUNCED!

FRIDAY, JUNE 25: Jazz@BMC with Jane Monheit
SUNDAY, JULY 11: BMC Presents: Shannon & Woody
SUNDAY, JULY 18: BMC Presents: Fireside Collective
TUESDAY, JULY 20: Sidney Outlaw in Recital
SUNDAY, JULY 25: BMC Presents: Darrell Scott
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1: BMC Presents: Coming Soon!

We have heard your request to increase our seating capacity, as well as offer options for both regular and socially distanced seating. We are now very pleased to provide both! 

We are currently reconfiguring our available seating to include both regular seating and socially distanced seating for every performance. We are very thankful for our open-air venues and large, beautiful campus so that we can provide you with your best experience.

We have temporarily paused our order processing in order to complete these changes as quickly as possible. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding while we continue to prepare for a thrilling season.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When will general public ticketing begin?
General public ticketing will begin on June 1st. Previously received ticket orders will continue to be processed in order of donor level and submission date.

I have not submitted my ticket order. How do I submit an order? 
If you would like to place an order, we kindly ask that you please email your request to [email protected]. Please include your:

  • Name
  • Phone Number
  • Email
  • Name(s) or Date(s) of Performances
  • How Many Tickets for Each Event
  • Seat Preference (Regular Seating or Socially Distanced Seating)

Your order will be placed in line according to donor level and submission date. We will be sure to contact you if we have any questions regarding your ticket order. You will receive an email confirmation when your ticket order has been processed. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize for the delay.

I have submitted my order but not received a confirmation that the order has been processed. When will I receive my confirmation? 
As soon as your ticket order is processed, you will receive a reservation confirmation by email. We truly appreciate your patience as we process your ticket orders as quickly as possible, in order of submission date and donor level. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize again for the delay.

I have not purchased tickets and am currently on a waiting list. Will my order now be completed? 
If you are currently on a waiting list for tickets, we will be reaching out to process your order as soon as possible. We very much appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone in order of donor level and when their request was submitted.

I have purchased my tickets. Should I reach out to the box office?
We will take care of everything! If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected], or leave a message with your name and phone number and we will return your call as soon as possible. Please note that leaving multiple messages will cause delays. We apologize for the delay and deeply appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone as quickly as possible.

What is the best way to reach the box office?
If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected]. We truly appreciate your patience as we respond to messages as quickly as possible.

Sunday, May 30, 2021
Important Ticketing Info: Brevard Music Center Summer Festival
May 30 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

New Performance Announcements
from Brevard Music Center
We have wonderful news! New performances have been added to our summer festival season!
JUST ANNOUNCED!

FRIDAY, JUNE 25: Jazz@BMC with Jane Monheit
SUNDAY, JULY 11: BMC Presents: Shannon & Woody
SUNDAY, JULY 18: BMC Presents: Fireside Collective
TUESDAY, JULY 20: Sidney Outlaw in Recital
SUNDAY, JULY 25: BMC Presents: Darrell Scott
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1: BMC Presents: Coming Soon!

We have heard your request to increase our seating capacity, as well as offer options for both regular and socially distanced seating. We are now very pleased to provide both! 

We are currently reconfiguring our available seating to include both regular seating and socially distanced seating for every performance. We are very thankful for our open-air venues and large, beautiful campus so that we can provide you with your best experience.

We have temporarily paused our order processing in order to complete these changes as quickly as possible. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding while we continue to prepare for a thrilling season.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When will general public ticketing begin?
General public ticketing will begin on June 1st. Previously received ticket orders will continue to be processed in order of donor level and submission date.

I have not submitted my ticket order. How do I submit an order? 
If you would like to place an order, we kindly ask that you please email your request to [email protected]. Please include your:

  • Name
  • Phone Number
  • Email
  • Name(s) or Date(s) of Performances
  • How Many Tickets for Each Event
  • Seat Preference (Regular Seating or Socially Distanced Seating)

Your order will be placed in line according to donor level and submission date. We will be sure to contact you if we have any questions regarding your ticket order. You will receive an email confirmation when your ticket order has been processed. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize for the delay.

I have submitted my order but not received a confirmation that the order has been processed. When will I receive my confirmation? 
As soon as your ticket order is processed, you will receive a reservation confirmation by email. We truly appreciate your patience as we process your ticket orders as quickly as possible, in order of submission date and donor level. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize again for the delay.

I have not purchased tickets and am currently on a waiting list. Will my order now be completed? 
If you are currently on a waiting list for tickets, we will be reaching out to process your order as soon as possible. We very much appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone in order of donor level and when their request was submitted.

I have purchased my tickets. Should I reach out to the box office?
We will take care of everything! If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected], or leave a message with your name and phone number and we will return your call as soon as possible. Please note that leaving multiple messages will cause delays. We apologize for the delay and deeply appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone as quickly as possible.

What is the best way to reach the box office?
If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected]. We truly appreciate your patience as we respond to messages as quickly as possible.

Monday, May 31, 2021
Important Ticketing Info: Brevard Music Center Summer Festival
May 31 all-day
Online w/ Brevard Music Center

New Performance Announcements
from Brevard Music Center
We have wonderful news! New performances have been added to our summer festival season!
JUST ANNOUNCED!

FRIDAY, JUNE 25: Jazz@BMC with Jane Monheit
SUNDAY, JULY 11: BMC Presents: Shannon & Woody
SUNDAY, JULY 18: BMC Presents: Fireside Collective
TUESDAY, JULY 20: Sidney Outlaw in Recital
SUNDAY, JULY 25: BMC Presents: Darrell Scott
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1: BMC Presents: Coming Soon!

We have heard your request to increase our seating capacity, as well as offer options for both regular and socially distanced seating. We are now very pleased to provide both! 

We are currently reconfiguring our available seating to include both regular seating and socially distanced seating for every performance. We are very thankful for our open-air venues and large, beautiful campus so that we can provide you with your best experience.

We have temporarily paused our order processing in order to complete these changes as quickly as possible. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding while we continue to prepare for a thrilling season.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When will general public ticketing begin?
General public ticketing will begin on June 1st. Previously received ticket orders will continue to be processed in order of donor level and submission date.

I have not submitted my ticket order. How do I submit an order? 
If you would like to place an order, we kindly ask that you please email your request to [email protected]. Please include your:

  • Name
  • Phone Number
  • Email
  • Name(s) or Date(s) of Performances
  • How Many Tickets for Each Event
  • Seat Preference (Regular Seating or Socially Distanced Seating)

Your order will be placed in line according to donor level and submission date. We will be sure to contact you if we have any questions regarding your ticket order. You will receive an email confirmation when your ticket order has been processed. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize for the delay.

I have submitted my order but not received a confirmation that the order has been processed. When will I receive my confirmation? 
As soon as your ticket order is processed, you will receive a reservation confirmation by email. We truly appreciate your patience as we process your ticket orders as quickly as possible, in order of submission date and donor level. Due to extremely high demand, please provide extra time for your ticket order to be processed. We apologize again for the delay.

I have not purchased tickets and am currently on a waiting list. Will my order now be completed? 
If you are currently on a waiting list for tickets, we will be reaching out to process your order as soon as possible. We very much appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone in order of donor level and when their request was submitted.

I have purchased my tickets. Should I reach out to the box office?
We will take care of everything! If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected], or leave a message with your name and phone number and we will return your call as soon as possible. Please note that leaving multiple messages will cause delays. We apologize for the delay and deeply appreciate your patience as we reach out to everyone as quickly as possible.

What is the best way to reach the box office?
If you would like to reach the box office, we kindly ask that you please email [email protected]. We truly appreciate your patience as we respond to messages as quickly as possible.

Saturday, June 5, 2021
Jump Off Rock Music Festival
Jun 5 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Jump Off Rock
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
The Classic Hikes of the Smokies: Smokemont Loop
Jun 8 @ 9:00 am
Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Smokemont Loop 6 miles | Moderate Forest Walk

2021 CLASSIC HIKES OF THE SMOKIES

Discover America’s most-visited national park with a guided day hike! The Classic Hikes of the Smokies feature interpretation of the history, flora, and fauna of park trails. Hikes vary in distance, difficulty, and location within the park to provide a comprehensive overview of the Smokies, exposing hikers to high Appalachian vistas, streams teeming with aquatic life, the best collection of log structures on the Eastern Seaboard, and much more.

After completing registration…
You will receive an email the Friday before the hike with directions, and more information. All hikes begin at 9 a.m

Thursday, June 10, 2021
Tickets On Sale Now for the Brevard Music Center Summer Festival!
Jun 10 all-day
Brevard Music Center

This year’s sensational summer season features an exciting, in-depth performance schedule spanning 5 weeks from July 9 through August 8. Highlights include Beethoven@251 “Festival Within a Festival,” the acclaimed BMC Presents series, performances by Brevard Music Center’s Janiec Opera Company, esteemed Artist Faculty, and more!

Hike Catawba Falls
Jun 10 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Catawba Falls

This is an easy 1.5 mile gravel trail hike to the first water fall. For those with the adventurous side and can handle the challenge, we will trek to the upper falls from there, this portion IS NOT EASY. For those who cant make the second part you can stay at lower falls and admire nature. We will grab you on the way back down. The hike to the upper falls is about a mile and requires some climbing, but the pay off is amazing. It literally is my favorite of all the falls. The photo above is the Upper falls.

Plan to meet @ 10am at the Asheville Mall Parking lot (Sears). Once we have the group we can follow each other to the trail head (@ 20 minutes away). Be sure and bring water and something to snack on.

Friday, June 11, 2021
Tickets On Sale Now for the Brevard Music Center Summer Festival!
Jun 11 all-day
Brevard Music Center

This year’s sensational summer season features an exciting, in-depth performance schedule spanning 5 weeks from July 9 through August 8. Highlights include Beethoven@251 “Festival Within a Festival,” the acclaimed BMC Presents series, performances by Brevard Music Center’s Janiec Opera Company, esteemed Artist Faculty, and more!

Psychedelic Jam Fest 2021
Jun 11 @ 7:00 pm – Jun 12 @ 2:00 am
Sly Grog Lounge
Saturday, June 12, 2021
Tickets On Sale Now for the Brevard Music Center Summer Festival!
Jun 12 all-day
Brevard Music Center

This year’s sensational summer season features an exciting, in-depth performance schedule spanning 5 weeks from July 9 through August 8. Highlights include Beethoven@251 “Festival Within a Festival,” the acclaimed BMC Presents series, performances by Brevard Music Center’s Janiec Opera Company, esteemed Artist Faculty, and more!

Silent Hike + Forest Qigong
Jun 12 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
The North Carolina Arboretum

Let’s enjoy a quiet, mindful stroll through the woods together. A silent hike takes us to scenic treasures on the arboretum property where we will do a restorative qigong practice. Qigong is a series of simple movements that supports the body’s natural healing processes, promotes healthy circulation, invites inner calm, and releases tension from the body. Hikes will be mindfully-paced and qigong practices easy and accessible.

*Registrants will be sent a “reminder” email the day prior to class with the meeting location and additional details. Please add [email protected] to your contacts to ensure our emails do not end up in your spam folder. We encourage all participants to make conscious, courteous decisions based on your own and others’ wishes and needs for safety. Mask wearing is supported but not required of participants for experiences in the field.

**Arboretum Members receive a 10% discount on all classes. To become an Arboretum Member and receive discounts on all classes, go to our Membership page.

 

Jenne Sluder is a qualified mental health professional and is certified through the International Association of Yoga Therapists as a trauma-sensitive therapeutic yoga instructor. She holds a Master’s in Transpersonal Psychology: Ecopsychology from Naropa University and specializes in mind-body approaches to improving mental and physical health. An Asheville native, Sluder works with individuals and with groups using somatic (body-based), contemplative (mindfulness-based), ecological (nature-based), and compassion-based practices.