Calendar of Events

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

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Sunday, October 22, 2023
Pinhead’s Graveyard
Oct 22 @ 7:00 pm
Pinhead’s Graveyard

NC Haunted Houses Award (18, 19, 21)

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Categories: Holiday
Monday, October 23, 2023
Flyin’ West Auditions
Oct 23 all-day
Asheville Community Theatre--online

Flyin’ West

Performance Dates:Β February 9-25, 2024
Auditions:Β October 17 & 24, 2023
Rehearsals:Β November 20, 2023
Directed by:Β Candace Taylor

About Flyin’ West:Β Dive into the rich narrative of Flyin’ West, aΒ  compelling, crowd-pleasing drama by esteemed playwright Pearl Cleage. Set in the 1890s, the story unfolds in the historic town of Nicodemus, Kansas, one of the many all-black towns established in the American West following the Civil War. Through the eyes of four African-American women, the play delves into their journey of resilience and aspiration as they navigate their lives against the backdrop of the harsh realities of the frontier and the societal constraints of the era. With themes of community, racial pride, and female empowerment, Flyin’ West is a powerful portrayal of the determination and grit of black pioneers, offering audiences a captivating glimpse into an often overlooked chapter of American history.

Audition Form:Β These auditions will be held over Zoom. Please clickΒ HEREΒ to fill out your audition form and select the day and time you would like to audition.

Audition Slides:Β Please choose the role that you feel most suited for and come to your audition prepared to perform a reading for that role. You may choose more than one role to prepare. ClickΒ HEREΒ to view the audition slides.

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Categories: Auditions Theatre
Southside Halloween FestivalΒ 
Oct 23 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Community Center

 

$5 per person | All ages (under 14 must be with adult)

Put on your costume and make memories with pumpkin carving, face painting, classic horror movies, spooky music, supernatural snacks, costume contests, and more! For more info, call 828-259-5483.

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Categories: Family Fun Holiday
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Enchanted Forest
Oct 24 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Highlands Nature Center

Join us on Tuesday, October 24th between 5:30 & 7 PM for a mystical journey through the Highlands Botanical Garden!

πŸ§™β€β™€οΈ Dress up in your spookiest, funniest, or most enchanting costumes
🍭 Go trick-or-treating through the garden trails
πŸ‘» Get your face painted by our friends from Macon Faces
🌲 Enjoy our bonfire & refreshments in the meadow

It’s a family-friendly evening of enchantment and wonder. Don’t miss this opportunity to create unforgettable Halloween memories.
Costumes are encouraged, and the event is open to all ages.

Weather dependent.

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Categories: Family Fun Holiday Outdoors
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Asheville Holiday Parade Volunteers w/ Asheville on Bikes
Oct 25 all-day
Pack Square Park
Co-founders Rachel Reeser and Mike Sule ride the Holiday Parade in 2008
Asheville on Bikes is coordinating with the Asheville Downtown Association to support the Asheville Holiday Parade on Nov. 18 with Bike Marshall volunteers. The β€œBike Marshall In Parade” option is a great way to experience the event because you get to pedal the parade route and take in the spectacles and participants. If you’re interested, sign up to volunteer!
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Categories: Holiday Volunteers
Sponsor a child for the holidays
Oct 25 all-day
Eliada Homes
Help Make a Child Smile this Holiday Season!
Eliada works hard to make the holidays a special time for the children in our care.Β You can help bring a smile to their face by fulfilling their holiday wishes!

 

Sponsor a Child:

When you sign up to sponsor a child for the holidays, you’ll receive a Wish List thatΒ a young person created. Wish Lists include their favorite things, clothing sizes, and most needed and wanted items. The value of a Wish List is around $200. You can divide that cost with friends, or even sponsor several children.

 

For most ofΒ Eliada’s children and youth, the gifts they receive from sponsors are the only gifts they will get during the holiday season.

To sign up to sponsor,Β please contact Rebecca Boline by email atΒ [email protected].

Sponsor Multiple Children:

We also have Wish Lists which include items that children will need here at Eliada depending on what program they are in.

 

Cottage wish lists for youth living at Eliada, for example, include toiletries, bedding and towels, books, games, art supplies, suitcases and kitchen utensils.Β Many children come to Eliada with a few clothes in a garbage bag. Together we can provide them things that every home should have!

 

Other wish lists are for our Child Development programs, Foster Care program, Farm program, Summer Camp program, and Recreation programs. Our Equine Therapy program also has some needs this holiday season!Β We never know when we’ll get a call for a child in Foster Care who needs a home immediately. Let’s help Foster Parents provide these children everything they deserve!

 

Sponsor a last minute wish:

Some youth living at Eliada won’t arrive until right before the holidays! We won’t receive their wish lists until mid-late November.Β Can you sign up to help one of these teens at the last minute?

If you don’t have time to shop, Eliada will use your donation to purchase gifts for children who may arrive at Eliada very close to Christmas or right after Christmas.Β It shouldn’t matter when you arrive at Eliada–your wishes should be fulfilled!Β You canΒ make aΒ donation here. In the comment field, write “holiday wishes.”

 

To sign up to sponsor multiple children or a teen at the last minute,Β please contact Rebecca Boline by email atΒ rboline@eliada.orgΒ or by phone at (828) 254-5356, ext. 306.
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Categories: Community Donations Family Fun Holiday
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Asheville Holiday Parade Volunteers w/ Asheville on Bikes
Oct 26 all-day
Pack Square Park
Co-founders Rachel Reeser and Mike Sule ride the Holiday Parade in 2008
Asheville on Bikes is coordinating with the Asheville Downtown Association to support the Asheville Holiday Parade on Nov. 18 with Bike Marshall volunteers. The β€œBike Marshall In Parade” option is a great way to experience the event because you get to pedal the parade route and take in the spectacles and participants. If you’re interested, sign up to volunteer!
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Categories: Holiday Volunteers
Sponsor a child for the holidays
Oct 26 all-day
Eliada Homes
Help Make a Child Smile this Holiday Season!
Eliada works hard to make the holidays a special time for the children in our care.Β You can help bring a smile to their face by fulfilling their holiday wishes!

 

Sponsor a Child:

When you sign up to sponsor a child for the holidays, you’ll receive a Wish List thatΒ a young person created. Wish Lists include their favorite things, clothing sizes, and most needed and wanted items. The value of a Wish List is around $200. You can divide that cost with friends, or even sponsor several children.

 

For most ofΒ Eliada’s children and youth, the gifts they receive from sponsors are the only gifts they will get during the holiday season.

To sign up to sponsor,Β please contact Rebecca Boline by email atΒ [email protected].

Sponsor Multiple Children:

We also have Wish Lists which include items that children will need here at Eliada depending on what program they are in.

 

Cottage wish lists for youth living at Eliada, for example, include toiletries, bedding and towels, books, games, art supplies, suitcases and kitchen utensils.Β Many children come to Eliada with a few clothes in a garbage bag. Together we can provide them things that every home should have!

 

Other wish lists are for our Child Development programs, Foster Care program, Farm program, Summer Camp program, and Recreation programs. Our Equine Therapy program also has some needs this holiday season!Β We never know when we’ll get a call for a child in Foster Care who needs a home immediately. Let’s help Foster Parents provide these children everything they deserve!

 

Sponsor a last minute wish:

Some youth living at Eliada won’t arrive until right before the holidays! We won’t receive their wish lists until mid-late November.Β Can you sign up to help one of these teens at the last minute?

If you don’t have time to shop, Eliada will use your donation to purchase gifts for children who may arrive at Eliada very close to Christmas or right after Christmas.Β It shouldn’t matter when you arrive at Eliada–your wishes should be fulfilled!Β You canΒ make aΒ donation here. In the comment field, write “holiday wishes.”

 

To sign up to sponsor multiple children or a teen at the last minute,Β please contact Rebecca Boline by email atΒ rboline@eliada.orgΒ or by phone at (828) 254-5356, ext. 306.
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Categories: Community Donations Family Fun Holiday
Palimpsest Season Five Launch Party
Oct 26 @ 7:00 pm
Black Mountain Center for the Arts

In celebration of the podcastΒ Palimpsest’s fifth season launch this Halloween, join creators Jamieson Ridenhour and Hayley Heninger for an intimate live performance featuring a pre-launch sneak peek at the new season followed by haunted refreshments.

Palimpsest is a single-voiced horror audio drama about memory, identity, and the things that haunt us. Each 10-episode season is a self-contained story exploring the spaces between horror, fantasy, and psychological realism. Recently wrapping up its fourth season with over half a million downloads, Palimpsest has critics calling it β€œa masterclass in atmosphere” and β€œaudio fiction’s best foray into the Gothic.”

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β€œPalimpsest is audio fiction’s best foray into the Gothic.”

-Wil Williams, DiscoverPods

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β€œPalimpsest is a masterclass in atmosphere. I absolutely cried.”

-Elena FernΓ‘ndez-Collins, AudioDramatic

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β€œPalimpsest is perfect for those who like their horror with a little Shirley Jackson vibe.”

-Tor.com

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Categories: Holiday Theatre
Friday, October 27, 2023
Asheville Holiday Parade Volunteers w/ Asheville on Bikes
Oct 27 all-day
Pack Square Park
Co-founders Rachel Reeser and Mike Sule ride the Holiday Parade in 2008
Asheville on Bikes is coordinating with the Asheville Downtown Association to support the Asheville Holiday Parade on Nov. 18 with Bike Marshall volunteers. The β€œBike Marshall In Parade” option is a great way to experience the event because you get to pedal the parade route and take in the spectacles and participants. If you’re interested, sign up to volunteer!
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Categories: Holiday Volunteers
Sponsor a child for the holidays
Oct 27 all-day
Eliada Homes
Help Make a Child Smile this Holiday Season!
Eliada works hard to make the holidays a special time for the children in our care.Β You can help bring a smile to their face by fulfilling their holiday wishes!

 

Sponsor a Child:

When you sign up to sponsor a child for the holidays, you’ll receive a Wish List thatΒ a young person created. Wish Lists include their favorite things, clothing sizes, and most needed and wanted items. The value of a Wish List is around $200. You can divide that cost with friends, or even sponsor several children.

 

For most ofΒ Eliada’s children and youth, the gifts they receive from sponsors are the only gifts they will get during the holiday season.

To sign up to sponsor,Β please contact Rebecca Boline by email atΒ [email protected].

Sponsor Multiple Children:

We also have Wish Lists which include items that children will need here at Eliada depending on what program they are in.

 

Cottage wish lists for youth living at Eliada, for example, include toiletries, bedding and towels, books, games, art supplies, suitcases and kitchen utensils.Β Many children come to Eliada with a few clothes in a garbage bag. Together we can provide them things that every home should have!

 

Other wish lists are for our Child Development programs, Foster Care program, Farm program, Summer Camp program, and Recreation programs. Our Equine Therapy program also has some needs this holiday season!Β We never know when we’ll get a call for a child in Foster Care who needs a home immediately. Let’s help Foster Parents provide these children everything they deserve!

 

Sponsor a last minute wish:

Some youth living at Eliada won’t arrive until right before the holidays! We won’t receive their wish lists until mid-late November.Β Can you sign up to help one of these teens at the last minute?

If you don’t have time to shop, Eliada will use your donation to purchase gifts for children who may arrive at Eliada very close to Christmas or right after Christmas.Β It shouldn’t matter when you arrive at Eliada–your wishes should be fulfilled!Β You canΒ make aΒ donation here. In the comment field, write “holiday wishes.”

 

To sign up to sponsor multiple children or a teen at the last minute,Β please contact Rebecca Boline by email atΒ rboline@eliada.orgΒ or by phone at (828) 254-5356, ext. 306.
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Categories: Community Donations Family Fun Holiday
The 6th Annual Halloween Bar Crawl! – Lets Get Spooky
Oct 27 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope

Your Ticket Is Valid Friday, Saturday, Or Both Days…Pay Only Once!

πŸŽƒ Get Your Tickets Now‼️

Click βœ… GOING βœ… On The Facebook Event ⬇️ So You Don’t Miss Updates

https://www.facebook.com/events/892778395079984/

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What You Get:

πŸ† $1,000 Grand Prize Costume Contest Entry*

🀩 2 Days Full Of Bar Crawl Adventures (Friday AND Saturday)

🍻 1 Drink Or Shot Included With Ticket!

πŸ₯€ Crawl With US Stadium Cup And Bottle Opener Lanyard! (First 400 Check Ins)

🍻 Exclusive Drink Specials

πŸ˜‹ Food Specials At Partner Venues!

πŸ‘ Waived Cover At All Venues ($5-$15 at Some Venues Without Ticket)

πŸ“Έ Professional Photographers! (Saturday Only)

πŸ”₯ Awesome After Party!

🎟️ Custom Halloween Badge With Vouchers

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🎟️ VOUCHERS 🎟️

Vouchers Are Only Valid At The Venues Posted Below!

 

FRIDAY

GREEN VOUCHER = WHITE ZOMBIE WHITE ALE @ CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY 2PM-6PM

YELLOW VOUCHER = DAY PASS @ WELL PLAYED BOARD GAME CAFE 2PM-8PM

RED VOUCHER = FREE COVER @ SCANDALS NIGHTCLUB 8PM-10PM

 

SATURDAY

GREEN VOUCHER = WHITE ZOMBIE WHITE ALE @ CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY 2PM-6PM

YELLOW VOUCHER = DAY PASS @ WELL PLAYED BOARD GAME CAFE 2PM-8PM

RED VOUCHER = FREE COVER @ SCANDALS NIGHTCLUB 8PM-10PM

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πŸŽƒ CHECK IN TIME 2PM – 4PM πŸŽƒ

 

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY

 

πŸŽƒ CRAWL LOCATIONS 2PM – 8PM πŸŽƒ

 

SPECIALS WILL BE UPDATED TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE CRAWL!

 

ARCHETYPE BREWING AND KITCHEN – SOUTH SLOPE

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

$4 Jameson Shots | $5 Pints | $10 Pizzas

 

BANKS AVE.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

$3 The Blood Shot | $4 Witch’s Punch | $5 Margarita | $7 Green Tea Shot

DRAG SHOWS:

Friday – 8PM & 11:30PM

Saturday – 6PM & 8PM

** Specials at Banks Ave. will be honored until 10PM **

 

CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

 

DADDY MAC’S

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

 

DALTON DISTILLERY

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

 

HI-WIRE BREWING

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

 

ONE WORLD BREWING

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

 

THE TIKI EASY BAR

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

 

WELL PLAYED BOARD GAME CAFÉ

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

$10 Pumpkin Spice Brewmanji (Dark Rum, Kahlua, Pumpkin Spice, Cream & Sugar, Topped w/ Whipped Cream & Chocolate Drizzle) | $7.50 Death By Chocolate Brownie Sundae | $9 Pretzel Bites

 

πŸŽƒ AFTER PARTY TIME 8PM – 10PM πŸŽƒ

 

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

SCANDALS NIGHTCLUB

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🎟️ FREE TICKETS 🎟️

Earn 2 Free Tickets by inviting your Facebook friends to the event.

Message us for details:Β https://www.messenger.com/t/CrawlWithUs

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㉑ ATTENDEES MUST BE 21+ ㉑

Due to the nature of our events, all attendees must be 21+ with a valid government issued ID.

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🚫 DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE 🚫

We Highly Suggest Using Uber or Lyft To And From The Bar Crawl!

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βœ”οΈ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS βœ”οΈ

https://www.crawlwith.us/faq

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100% CANCELLATION REFUND GUARANTEE:

πŸ‘Œ In the event of cancellation, for any reason, all tickets will be refunded in full. No vouchers, no credits, just your money back in your bank. Guaranteed.

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Categories: Food & Drink Holiday
Official Asheville Halloween Bar Crawl
Oct 27 @ 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.

Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/1935862-2?pid=10412

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Categories: Food & Drink Holiday
Family Halloween Costume Dance Party
Oct 27 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Rabbit Rabbit

Come dressed as your favorite character and partake in tasty beverages, silent disco, and even silent raffles to benefit the local Reeves Cove community and minimize the impact of future development. $5 suggested donation at the door, $5 suggested donation for silent disco headphones. Games and activities for all!

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Categories: Benefit Dance Family Fun Holiday
Thriller Spiller:​ Classic Choreography with Claire
Oct 27 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Black Mountain Center for the Arts

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Grab some friends and prepare to get spooky. In this two-hour workshop, you will learn choreography from Michael Jackson’s Creepy Classic β€œThriller” and sip on a Spooky Halloween-themed cocktail (or mocktail if you’d rather). No dance experience is necessary, but costumes are encouraged!

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Categories: Art & Craft Holiday
Haunted Castle on the HillΒ 
Oct 27 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Stephens-Lee Community Center

 

$2 per person | Ages 10 and up (under 14 must be with adult)

Looking for a spooky fright? Meet ghosts and ghouls and visions of things that go bump in the night at the Haunted Castle on the Hill. This can’t-miss haunted house tends to be on the spooky side, so it’s not recommended for those who scare easily. For more info, call 828-350-2058.

Want to volunteer?Β 

APR relies on the help of community members to create the Haunted Castle on the Hill atmosphere. If you are 15 years-old or older, you can help with set up, breakdown, or join the Scare Crew (costumes, make-up, and props are provided by APR). Contact 828-350-2058 or emailΒ [email protected]Β to sign up.

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Categories: Family Fun Holiday
Pinhead’s Graveyard
Oct 27 @ 7:00 pm
Pinhead’s Graveyard

NC Haunted Houses Award (18, 19, 21)

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Categories: Holiday
Carolina Ballet Theatre: GHOSTS
Oct 27 @ 7:30 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, β€œLet’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.

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Categories: Holiday Theatre
Horror Movie Tune Up
Oct 27 @ 7:30 pm
Asheville Community Theatre

ACT’s Horror Movie Tune-Up is an immersive theatrical experience brimming with frights and delights. We’ll play theΒ non-musicalΒ version of Little Shop of Horrors (1960) on the big screen with an added twist: interruptions of live musical performances and games. But the fun doesn’t stop there β€” costumes are required! So… come dressed to possess and you could win spooktacular prizes.

ACT’s Horror Movie Tune Up is hosted by a devilish duo, Fable Wilde Day and Eli Cunningham.

 

πŸŽƒ Ghostly Grab Bag: Enhance your Horror Movie Tune-Up experience with our Ghostly Grab Bag. Inside, you’ll find monster munchies, two adult beverages of your choice,Β  and a little Halloween magic to help you get into the perfect spooky mood for the night. The Ghostly Grab Bag is $15 and only available through pre-order.

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Categories: Holiday
Wonderland Legacies: Alice’s Adventures in Murderland
Oct 27 @ 7:30 pm
Montford Park Players

Our Halloween Show!

a world premiere, written by Will Storrs

Directed by Deanna Braine Smith

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Categories: Holiday Outdoors Theatre
Saturday, October 28, 2023
Asheville Holiday Parade Volunteers w/ Asheville on Bikes
Oct 28 all-day
Pack Square Park
Co-founders Rachel Reeser and Mike Sule ride the Holiday Parade in 2008
Asheville on Bikes is coordinating with the Asheville Downtown Association to support the Asheville Holiday Parade on Nov. 18 with Bike Marshall volunteers. The β€œBike Marshall In Parade” option is a great way to experience the event because you get to pedal the parade route and take in the spectacles and participants. If you’re interested, sign up to volunteer!
Read more
Categories: Holiday Volunteers
Sponsor a child for the holidays
Oct 28 all-day
Eliada Homes
Help Make a Child Smile this Holiday Season!
Eliada works hard to make the holidays a special time for the children in our care.Β You can help bring a smile to their face by fulfilling their holiday wishes!

 

Sponsor a Child:

When you sign up to sponsor a child for the holidays, you’ll receive a Wish List thatΒ a young person created. Wish Lists include their favorite things, clothing sizes, and most needed and wanted items. The value of a Wish List is around $200. You can divide that cost with friends, or even sponsor several children.

 

For most ofΒ Eliada’s children and youth, the gifts they receive from sponsors are the only gifts they will get during the holiday season.

To sign up to sponsor,Β please contact Rebecca Boline by email atΒ [email protected].

Sponsor Multiple Children:

We also have Wish Lists which include items that children will need here at Eliada depending on what program they are in.

 

Cottage wish lists for youth living at Eliada, for example, include toiletries, bedding and towels, books, games, art supplies, suitcases and kitchen utensils.Β Many children come to Eliada with a few clothes in a garbage bag. Together we can provide them things that every home should have!

 

Other wish lists are for our Child Development programs, Foster Care program, Farm program, Summer Camp program, and Recreation programs. Our Equine Therapy program also has some needs this holiday season!Β We never know when we’ll get a call for a child in Foster Care who needs a home immediately. Let’s help Foster Parents provide these children everything they deserve!

 

Sponsor a last minute wish:

Some youth living at Eliada won’t arrive until right before the holidays! We won’t receive their wish lists until mid-late November.Β Can you sign up to help one of these teens at the last minute?

If you don’t have time to shop, Eliada will use your donation to purchase gifts for children who may arrive at Eliada very close to Christmas or right after Christmas.Β It shouldn’t matter when you arrive at Eliada–your wishes should be fulfilled!Β You canΒ make aΒ donation here. In the comment field, write “holiday wishes.”

 

To sign up to sponsor multiple children or a teen at the last minute,Β please contact Rebecca Boline by email atΒ rboline@eliada.orgΒ or by phone at (828) 254-5356, ext. 306.
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Categories: Community Donations Family Fun Holiday
Halloweenfest – Brevard NC
Oct 28 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Heart of Brevard

Count Dracula may not live full time in Transylvania County, but we’re pretty sure he clears his schedule every year for Heart of Brevard’sΒ Halloweenfest, the trickiest,Β treat-iest, mostΒ spooktacularΒ celebration around.

This β€œfang-tastic” event features FREE family-friendly fun, including bounce houses, our traditional costume competition and parade, the Magic Book Bus, a hula hoop dance party, the LEAF Easel Rider, food vendors and more. Join us for this amazing event and explore downtown Brevard’s businesses through a downtown Spooky Stroll Open House and downtown trick or treating!

This year’s event will be held on October 28th, 10am-5pm, in the Heart of Brevard.

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Categories: Family Fun Festivals Holiday
Community Costume Carnival
Oct 28 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Asheville Community Theatre

Enjoy trunk or treat, carnival games, a photo booth, small performances, a costume contest at 3:00 PM, and a costume sale from our costume shop.

Saturday, October 28, 2023 from 12:00 PM-4:00 PM

 

Make the most of the Halloween season at ACT. Dress up and head over for an afternoon filled with fun activities. Try out different carnival games to win prizes, snap some pictures at our photo booth, and enjoy small performances sprinkled throughout the event.

 

Need a costume? Or maybe just that one last piece to complete your look? Browse through a variety at our costume sale with options for all ages.

 

Don’t miss the highlight of the day β€” the costume contest at 3:00 PM. Whether you want to showcase your costume or appreciate others’, it’s the place to be. See you there!

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Categories: Food & Drink Holiday
Community Costume Carnival
Oct 28 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Asheville Community Theatre

Community Costume Carnival

Enjoy trunk or treat, carnival games, a photo booth, small performances, a costume contest at 3:00 PM, and a costume sale from our costume shop.

 

 

Make the most of the Halloween season at ACT. Dress up and head over for an afternoon filled with fun activities. Try out different carnival games to win prizes, snap some pictures at our photo booth, and enjoy small performances sprinkled throughout the event.

 

Need a costume? Or maybe just that one last piece to complete your look? Browse through a variety at our costume sale with options for all ages.

 

Don’t miss the highlight of the day β€” the costume contest at 3:00 PM. Whether you want to showcase your costume or appreciate others’, it’s the place to be. See you there!

 

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Categories: Family Fun Holiday Theatre
Pumpkin Pedaller
Oct 28 @ 1:30 pm – 7:00 pm
New Belgium Brewing Company
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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.Β  Our goal is to raise $150,000 by January 1, 2023.

Pumpkin Pedaller Event schedule:

  • 1:30pm – 7pm:Β Pop-Up Bike Park presented by Kid Cycle Club
  • 2:30pm – 3pm:Β Ride Gathers + Costume contest photo booth
  • 3pm:Β  Ride departs from New Belgium Brewing
  • 4pm – 5pm:Β Staggered return
  • 5pm – 7pm:Β Continued bicycle frolic

There are 2 routes from which to choose:

  1. Cruiser Route – 4 miles on mostly protected bike facilities.
  2. Main Route – 12 miles on a mix of bike facilities and active roads w/ a few climbs.

Download and preview routes usingΒ AoB’s Ride With GPS MembershipΒ Account.

Click here to sign up to Volunteer Β»

Pumpkin Pedaller Costume Contest

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!

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Categories: Family Fun Holiday
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, β€œLet’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.

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Categories: Holiday Theatre
The 6th Annual Halloween Bar Crawl! – Lets Get Spooky
Oct 28 @ 2:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope

Your Ticket Is Valid Friday, Saturday, Or Both Days…Pay Only Once!

πŸŽƒ Get Your Tickets Now‼️

Click βœ… GOING βœ… On The Facebook Event ⬇️ So You Don’t Miss Updates

https://www.facebook.com/events/892778395079984/

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What You Get:

πŸ† $1,000 Grand Prize Costume Contest Entry*

🀩 2 Days Full Of Bar Crawl Adventures (Friday AND Saturday)

🍻 1 Drink Or Shot Included With Ticket!

πŸ₯€ Crawl With US Stadium Cup And Bottle Opener Lanyard! (First 400 Check Ins)

🍻 Exclusive Drink Specials

πŸ˜‹ Food Specials At Partner Venues!

πŸ‘ Waived Cover At All Venues ($5-$15 at Some Venues Without Ticket)

πŸ“Έ Professional Photographers! (Saturday Only)

πŸ”₯ Awesome After Party!

🎟️ Custom Halloween Badge With Vouchers

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🎟️ VOUCHERS 🎟️

Vouchers Are Only Valid At The Venues Posted Below!

 

FRIDAY

GREEN VOUCHER = WHITE ZOMBIE WHITE ALE @ CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY 2PM-6PM

YELLOW VOUCHER = DAY PASS @ WELL PLAYED BOARD GAME CAFE 2PM-8PM

RED VOUCHER = FREE COVER @ SCANDALS NIGHTCLUB 8PM-10PM

 

SATURDAY

GREEN VOUCHER = WHITE ZOMBIE WHITE ALE @ CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY 2PM-6PM

YELLOW VOUCHER = DAY PASS @ WELL PLAYED BOARD GAME CAFE 2PM-8PM

RED VOUCHER = FREE COVER @ SCANDALS NIGHTCLUB 8PM-10PM

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πŸŽƒ CHECK IN TIME 2PM – 4PM πŸŽƒ

 

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY

 

πŸŽƒ CRAWL LOCATIONS 2PM – 8PM πŸŽƒ

 

SPECIALS WILL BE UPDATED TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE CRAWL!

 

ARCHETYPE BREWING AND KITCHEN – SOUTH SLOPE

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

$4 Jameson Shots | $5 Pints | $10 Pizzas

 

BANKS AVE.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

$3 The Blood Shot | $4 Witch’s Punch | $5 Margarita | $7 Green Tea Shot

DRAG SHOWS:

Friday – 8PM & 11:30PM

Saturday – 6PM & 8PM

** Specials at Banks Ave. will be honored until 10PM **

 

CATAWBA BREWING COMPANY

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

 

DADDY MAC’S

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

 

DALTON DISTILLERY

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

 

HI-WIRE BREWING

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

 

ONE WORLD BREWING

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

 

THE TIKI EASY BAR

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

 

WELL PLAYED BOARD GAME CAFÉ

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

$10 Pumpkin Spice Brewmanji (Dark Rum, Kahlua, Pumpkin Spice, Cream & Sugar, Topped w/ Whipped Cream & Chocolate Drizzle) | $7.50 Death By Chocolate Brownie Sundae | $9 Pretzel Bites

 

πŸŽƒ AFTER PARTY TIME 8PM – 10PM πŸŽƒ

 

FRIDAY & SATURDAY

SCANDALS NIGHTCLUB

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🎟️ FREE TICKETS 🎟️

Earn 2 Free Tickets by inviting your Facebook friends to the event.

Message us for details:Β https://www.messenger.com/t/CrawlWithUs

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㉑ ATTENDEES MUST BE 21+ ㉑

Due to the nature of our events, all attendees must be 21+ with a valid government issued ID.

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🚫 DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE 🚫

We Highly Suggest Using Uber or Lyft To And From The Bar Crawl!

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βœ”οΈ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS βœ”οΈ

https://www.crawlwith.us/faq

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100% CANCELLATION REFUND GUARANTEE:

πŸ‘Œ In the event of cancellation, for any reason, all tickets will be refunded in full. No vouchers, no credits, just your money back in your bank. Guaranteed.

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Categories: Food & Drink Holiday
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.

Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/1935862-2?pid=10412

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Cyberdome
Oct 28 @ 5:30 pm
Continuum Art

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.

Media Contact:
Katie Montes
Owner
828-290-4101
[email protected]

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Categories: Benefit Dance Holiday Music Nightlife