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.

Sunday, October 25, 2020
Organic Growers School Cuba Trip 2021
Oct 25 all-day
Online

Another Cuba Trip!

We’re excited to announce we have scheduled a second trip to Cuba for June 22nd – July 1, 2021
In the case of trip cancellation, a full refund or roll over of funds paid to future trips will be offered to all registered participants. Flexible payment plans are available.
The Historic Orchard at Altapass
Oct 25 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Orchard at Altapass
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Still not certain what’s ripe at the O? Call 828-765-9531 and get a recording that will give you the latest information for the weekend’s apple picking and purchasing.
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How ’bout them Apples?

We post each Thursday morning any ripening updates in the orchard. Remember we are an heirloom apple orchard. Our mission is to save the good stuff…including apple varieties. In addition to trees that fruit during the normal late September/October season in greater quantity, also we plant small batch numbers of heirloom apple trees. Some ripen earlier (an unexpected gift); all have their uses from apple sauce, to butters, to juice and ciders, and just fresh eating off the trees. They won’t all be available all the time. But, when they are, we’ll let you know. Please come and see for yourself.

Tuesday, October 27, 2020
West Asheville Tailgate Market
Oct 27 @ 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm
West Asheville Tailgate Market

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We have been working hard to establish Emergency Safety Guidelines in order to safely operate during the COVID-19 pandemic.  It’s important for all to remember that we are able to be open because we are an open-air grocery store, not a social gathering.

NEW OPTION: PRE-ORDER YOUR PRODUCTS

In order to best serve all of our vendors during this time, we have established a pre-sale and pick-up option so you’re still able to purchase items from vendors you love while having as little contact as possible at the market.  Click below to read about how this option works and why it was created. 

Wednesday, October 28, 2020
The Historic Orchard at Altapass
Oct 28 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Orchard at Altapass
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Still not certain what’s ripe at the O? Call 828-765-9531 and get a recording that will give you the latest information for the weekend’s apple picking and purchasing.
Image

How ’bout them Apples?

We post each Thursday morning any ripening updates in the orchard. Remember we are an heirloom apple orchard. Our mission is to save the good stuff…including apple varieties. In addition to trees that fruit during the normal late September/October season in greater quantity, also we plant small batch numbers of heirloom apple trees. Some ripen earlier (an unexpected gift); all have their uses from apple sauce, to butters, to juice and ciders, and just fresh eating off the trees. They won’t all be available all the time. But, when they are, we’ll let you know. Please come and see for yourself.

River Arts District Farmers Market
Oct 28 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Pleb Urban Winery

Emergency Action Plan (EAP) / COVID-19
  • No token sales at this time. Unfortunately, this means no EBT sales. Please understand that this is in the best interest of safety to our staff.
  • No vendors are allowed to sample at this time.
  • Face masks are not required, however, all staff & vendors of the RAD Farmers Market are required to wear face masks during operating hours.
  • All vendors have hand sanitizer at their booths, & sanitize their hands between customers & transactions.
  • Please allow the vendor to select your produce for you.
  • Pre-orders are appreciated, as always, however, all vendors also bring goods for sale at market.
  • We love your dogs, but also appreciate if you can leave them home for your safety. It’s hard not to pet the pups, but it’s hard to social distance and do that!
  • If you do bring cash, please bring smaller bills so that you will have an easier time with the exact change policy most vendors have at this time.
  • Be understanding! We miss spoiling you so much!
Thursday, October 29, 2020
The Historic Orchard at Altapass
Oct 29 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Orchard at Altapass
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Still not certain what’s ripe at the O? Call 828-765-9531 and get a recording that will give you the latest information for the weekend’s apple picking and purchasing.
Image

How ’bout them Apples?

We post each Thursday morning any ripening updates in the orchard. Remember we are an heirloom apple orchard. Our mission is to save the good stuff…including apple varieties. In addition to trees that fruit during the normal late September/October season in greater quantity, also we plant small batch numbers of heirloom apple trees. Some ripen earlier (an unexpected gift); all have their uses from apple sauce, to butters, to juice and ciders, and just fresh eating off the trees. They won’t all be available all the time. But, when they are, we’ll let you know. Please come and see for yourself.

Flat Rock Farmers Market
Oct 29 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Flat Rock Farmers Market

Celebrating over 15 years of bringing fresh, local produce and handcrafted goods to the community of Flat Rock NC.
Join us every Thursday, May – October at our location at Pinecrest Presbyterian Church at the corner of Upward Rd and Greenville Hwy. 

Friday, October 30, 2020
The Historic Orchard at Altapass
Oct 30 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Orchard at Altapass
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Still not certain what’s ripe at the O? Call 828-765-9531 and get a recording that will give you the latest information for the weekend’s apple picking and purchasing.
Image

How ’bout them Apples?

We post each Thursday morning any ripening updates in the orchard. Remember we are an heirloom apple orchard. Our mission is to save the good stuff…including apple varieties. In addition to trees that fruit during the normal late September/October season in greater quantity, also we plant small batch numbers of heirloom apple trees. Some ripen earlier (an unexpected gift); all have their uses from apple sauce, to butters, to juice and ciders, and just fresh eating off the trees. They won’t all be available all the time. But, when they are, we’ll let you know. Please come and see for yourself.

Saturday, October 31, 2020
Organic Growers School Cuba Trip 2021
Oct 31 all-day
Online

Another Cuba Trip!

We’re excited to announce we have scheduled a second trip to Cuba for June 22nd – July 1, 2021
In the case of trip cancellation, a full refund or roll over of funds paid to future trips will be offered to all registered participants. Flexible payment plans are available.
The North Asheville Tailgate Market
Oct 31 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
The North Asheville Tailgate Market
Local
IMPORTANT: COVID-19 Rules and Safety Procedures
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Our Goals:
  • Safe customers
  • Safe vendors
  • Provide essential products to our community
  • Safer customer and vendor experiences than alternatives such as grocery stores
  • A demonstration that we are a responsible Asheville business by modeling virus-safe behavior
  • As a market, we are determined to treat this public health crisis seriously.  Persons failing to follow any of the rules below must leave the market immediately.
Black Mountain Tailgate Market
Oct 31 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Black Mountain Tailgate Market
The Historic Orchard at Altapass
Oct 31 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Orchard at Altapass
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Still not certain what’s ripe at the O? Call 828-765-9531 and get a recording that will give you the latest information for the weekend’s apple picking and purchasing.
Image

How ’bout them Apples?

We post each Thursday morning any ripening updates in the orchard. Remember we are an heirloom apple orchard. Our mission is to save the good stuff…including apple varieties. In addition to trees that fruit during the normal late September/October season in greater quantity, also we plant small batch numbers of heirloom apple trees. Some ripen earlier (an unexpected gift); all have their uses from apple sauce, to butters, to juice and ciders, and just fresh eating off the trees. They won’t all be available all the time. But, when they are, we’ll let you know. Please come and see for yourself.

Sunday, November 1, 2020
Organic Growers School Cuba Trip 2021
Nov 1 all-day
Online

Another Cuba Trip!

We’re excited to announce we have scheduled a second trip to Cuba for June 22nd – July 1, 2021
In the case of trip cancellation, a full refund or roll over of funds paid to future trips will be offered to all registered participants. Flexible payment plans are available.
Saturday, November 7, 2020
Organic Growers School Cuba Trip 2021
Nov 7 all-day
Online

Another Cuba Trip!

We’re excited to announce we have scheduled a second trip to Cuba for June 22nd – July 1, 2021
In the case of trip cancellation, a full refund or roll over of funds paid to future trips will be offered to all registered participants. Flexible payment plans are available.
The North Asheville Tailgate Market
Nov 7 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
The North Asheville Tailgate Market
Local
IMPORTANT: COVID-19 Rules and Safety Procedures
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Our Goals:
  • Safe customers
  • Safe vendors
  • Provide essential products to our community
  • Safer customer and vendor experiences than alternatives such as grocery stores
  • A demonstration that we are a responsible Asheville business by modeling virus-safe behavior
  • As a market, we are determined to treat this public health crisis seriously.  Persons failing to follow any of the rules below must leave the market immediately.
Sunday, November 8, 2020
Organic Growers School Cuba Trip 2021
Nov 8 all-day
Online

Another Cuba Trip!

We’re excited to announce we have scheduled a second trip to Cuba for June 22nd – July 1, 2021
In the case of trip cancellation, a full refund or roll over of funds paid to future trips will be offered to all registered participants. Flexible payment plans are available.
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
West Asheville Tailgate Market Holiday markets and special events feature local food, wellness, and gifts for the season
Nov 10 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
West Asheville Tailgate Market

Even though it’s getting colder, you can still find fresh, local food at area farmers tailgate markets. Several markets in Buncombe County will offer holiday markets or extended seasons in November and December. In addition to seasonal produce, meats, cheeses, and bread, these markets feature local artists and handmade goods, such as wreaths, pottery, jewelry, and more.

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Wednesday, November 11, 2020
Weaverville Tailgate Market + Winter Market
Nov 11 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Weaverville Tailgate Market

Even though it’s getting colder, you can still find fresh, local food at area farmers tailgate markets. Several markets in Buncombe County will offer holiday markets or extended seasons in November and December. In addition to seasonal produce, meats, cheeses, and bread, these markets feature local artists and handmade goods, such as wreaths, pottery, jewelry, and more.

Saturday, November 14, 2020
Organic Growers School Cuba Trip 2021
Nov 14 all-day
Online

Another Cuba Trip!

We’re excited to announce we have scheduled a second trip to Cuba for June 22nd – July 1, 2021
In the case of trip cancellation, a full refund or roll over of funds paid to future trips will be offered to all registered participants. Flexible payment plans are available.
North Asheville Tailgate Market/The Holiday Bazaar
Nov 14 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
North Asheville Tailgate Market

Even though it’s getting colder, you can still find fresh, local food at area farmers tailgate markets. Several markets in Buncombe County will offer holiday markets or extended seasons in November and December. In addition to seasonal produce, meats, cheeses, and bread, these markets feature local artists and handmade goods, such as wreaths, pottery, jewelry, and more.

The North Asheville Tailgate Market
Nov 14 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
The North Asheville Tailgate Market
Local
IMPORTANT: COVID-19 Rules and Safety Procedures
\
Our Goals:
  • Safe customers
  • Safe vendors
  • Provide essential products to our community
  • Safer customer and vendor experiences than alternatives such as grocery stores
  • A demonstration that we are a responsible Asheville business by modeling virus-safe behavior
  • As a market, we are determined to treat this public health crisis seriously.  Persons failing to follow any of the rules below must leave the market immediately.
ASAP Farmers Market Holiday markets and special events feature local food, wellness, and gifts for the season
Nov 14 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
ASAP Farmers Market

ASAP Farmers Market at A-B Tech

The market is located in A-B Tech parking lot A-13, adjacent to the A-B Tech/Mission Health Conference Center (16 Fernihurst Dr.). Enter the market via Fernihurst Dr. off Victoria Rd., following campus signs to the conference center.

Market staff will control the number of shoppers in the market area at one time by limiting the number of cars in the parking lot.  When you arrive at  the market, please follow signs and staff directions to queue inside your vehicle until instructed to park your car in the parking lot.  There may be a 15 – 30 minute wait to park during peak shopping times.

Dates and Hours

Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon until December 19th…

The ASAP Winter Market will run Saturdays, 10am – 1pm, January 9th until March 27th in the same location.

Market Rules

  • No customers or vendors exhibiting symptoms may enter the market.
  • Maintain 6 feet of social distance at all times.
  • One customer at a time for each vendor table.
  • Only handle product you are purchasing. Vendors will pre-package or bunch products.
  • All vendors and shoppers are required to wear masks. Customers who are not able to wear a mask may arrange to pre-order from vendors. Market staff will direct you to a separate parking area and deliver prepaid items to the car.
  • Children, if they must attend with adult shoppers, must be closely supervised.
  • Please leave your pets at home.

Staff will direct anyone failing to comply with these conditions to leave the market.

Paying for Purchases

Vendors accept touch-free credit or debit payments as well as SNAP. Some take exact cash (no change given) or check. Thanks to generous support from the community, we are offering Double SNAP.

Sunday, November 15, 2020
Organic Growers School Cuba Trip 2021
Nov 15 all-day
Online

Another Cuba Trip!

We’re excited to announce we have scheduled a second trip to Cuba for June 22nd – July 1, 2021
In the case of trip cancellation, a full refund or roll over of funds paid to future trips will be offered to all registered participants. Flexible payment plans are available.
Tuesday, November 17, 2020
West Asheville Tailgate Market Holiday markets and special events feature local food, wellness, and gifts for the season
Nov 17 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
West Asheville Tailgate Market

Even though it’s getting colder, you can still find fresh, local food at area farmers tailgate markets. Several markets in Buncombe County will offer holiday markets or extended seasons in November and December. In addition to seasonal produce, meats, cheeses, and bread, these markets feature local artists and handmade goods, such as wreaths, pottery, jewelry, and more.

WATM Flier.png

Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Weaverville Tailgate Market + Winter Market
Nov 18 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Weaverville Tailgate Market

Even though it’s getting colder, you can still find fresh, local food at area farmers tailgate markets. Several markets in Buncombe County will offer holiday markets or extended seasons in November and December. In addition to seasonal produce, meats, cheeses, and bread, these markets feature local artists and handmade goods, such as wreaths, pottery, jewelry, and more.

Saturday, November 21, 2020
Organic Growers School Cuba Trip 2021
Nov 21 all-day
Online

Another Cuba Trip!

We’re excited to announce we have scheduled a second trip to Cuba for June 22nd – July 1, 2021
In the case of trip cancellation, a full refund or roll over of funds paid to future trips will be offered to all registered participants. Flexible payment plans are available.
North Asheville Tailgate Market/The Holiday Bazaar
Nov 21 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
North Asheville Tailgate Market

Even though it’s getting colder, you can still find fresh, local food at area farmers tailgate markets. Several markets in Buncombe County will offer holiday markets or extended seasons in November and December. In addition to seasonal produce, meats, cheeses, and bread, these markets feature local artists and handmade goods, such as wreaths, pottery, jewelry, and more.

The North Asheville Tailgate Market
Nov 21 @ 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
The North Asheville Tailgate Market
Local
IMPORTANT: COVID-19 Rules and Safety Procedures
\
Our Goals:
  • Safe customers
  • Safe vendors
  • Provide essential products to our community
  • Safer customer and vendor experiences than alternatives such as grocery stores
  • A demonstration that we are a responsible Asheville business by modeling virus-safe behavior
  • As a market, we are determined to treat this public health crisis seriously.  Persons failing to follow any of the rules below must leave the market immediately.
ASAP Farmers Market Holiday markets and special events feature local food, wellness, and gifts for the season
Nov 21 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
ASAP Farmers Market

ASAP Farmers Market at A-B Tech

The market is located in A-B Tech parking lot A-13, adjacent to the A-B Tech/Mission Health Conference Center (16 Fernihurst Dr.). Enter the market via Fernihurst Dr. off Victoria Rd., following campus signs to the conference center.

Market staff will control the number of shoppers in the market area at one time by limiting the number of cars in the parking lot.  When you arrive at  the market, please follow signs and staff directions to queue inside your vehicle until instructed to park your car in the parking lot.  There may be a 15 – 30 minute wait to park during peak shopping times.

Dates and Hours

Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon until December 19th…

The ASAP Winter Market will run Saturdays, 10am – 1pm, January 9th until March 27th in the same location.

Market Rules

  • No customers or vendors exhibiting symptoms may enter the market.
  • Maintain 6 feet of social distance at all times.
  • One customer at a time for each vendor table.
  • Only handle product you are purchasing. Vendors will pre-package or bunch products.
  • All vendors and shoppers are required to wear masks. Customers who are not able to wear a mask may arrange to pre-order from vendors. Market staff will direct you to a separate parking area and deliver prepaid items to the car.
  • Children, if they must attend with adult shoppers, must be closely supervised.
  • Please leave your pets at home.

Staff will direct anyone failing to comply with these conditions to leave the market.

Paying for Purchases

Vendors accept touch-free credit or debit payments as well as SNAP. Some take exact cash (no change given) or check. Thanks to generous support from the community, we are offering Double SNAP.

Sunday, November 22, 2020
Organic Growers School Cuba Trip 2021
Nov 22 all-day
Online

Another Cuba Trip!

We’re excited to announce we have scheduled a second trip to Cuba for June 22nd – July 1, 2021
In the case of trip cancellation, a full refund or roll over of funds paid to future trips will be offered to all registered participants. Flexible payment plans are available.