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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Wednesday, November 18, 2020
Robert’s Totally Rad Trivia
Nov 18 @ 7:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
12 Bones

Image may contain: drink, text that says 'Totally Rad BEERS, BBQ, & Trivia TRIVIA ALL IN ONE PLACE Every Wednesday At 7PM!!! 12 BONES BREWING'

Totally Rad Trivia invades 12 Bones South every Wednesday evening for two hours of Pop Culture Trivia. Grab a beer, some BBQ and buckle in for some fun and challenging Trivia.

SuperHappy Trivia Challenge!
Nov 18 @ 7:30 pm
Hi-Wire Brewing - The Big Top

The Magnetic Theatre is thrilled to announce the triumphant return of the wildly popular and hysterically funny game show, where questionable people give questionable answers to questionable questions. From the creators of The SuperHappy Radio Hour, this live show features some of Ashevilleโ€™s best comedians and improv performers competing for laughs, with a game show format in the tradition ofย Wait, Wait! Donโ€™t Tell Me, and celebrity trivia shows of the 70โ€™s and 80s, likeย Match Gameย andย The Hollywood Squares. Please join us for ALL the fun, at The Hi-Wire Big Top in Biltmore Village, for two unique performances of this crazyย show.

Thursday, November 19, 2020
Third Thursday with Asheville Art Museum: Game Night
Nov 19 @ 6:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
Asheville Art Museum

Come play with us at the Museumโ€™s next game night! Stop by the welcome desk or cafรฉ counter to pick up some socially distanced fun activities for individuals, pairs, or small groups. No reservations needed.

THIRD THURSDAYS

Each third Thursday, the Museum and community partners offer fun events for adults to socialize through interactive art-related activities, delicious drinks, and tasty treats.

Generous support for this program is provided byย Art Bridges.

Cornwagon Thunder, SkateNGames from the Wonder Series, 2017, archival print on Epson Ultra Premium Presentation Matte paper, 10 ร— 15 inches. Museum purchase with funds provided by the 2019 Collectorsโ€™ Circle, 2020.02.01. ยฉ Cornwagon Thunder.

 

Mitch’s Totally Rad Trivia
Nov 19 @ 7:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall

Scoop: Mitch's Totally Rad TRIVIA

Mitch Fortune brings you an irreverent and nostalgia filled night of pop culture trivia every Thursday night 7-9 pm at the One Stop in Downtown Asheville. A potpourri of movies, music, TV show trivia just for you!

Friday, November 20, 2020
History at Home: Play the Butter Bean Game!
Nov 20 all-day
Online

This is a variation on the tradition Cherokee Butterbean Game. It can be played by several individual players or several teams. Traditionally, this game uses three butterbeans that have been split in half.ย Moreโ€ฆ

From theย Museum of the Cherokee Indian: Cherokee people began growing a form of corn two thousand years ago. By about aย thousand years ago, or 1000 AD, they were growing corn and beans, as we know themย today.ย Corn, beans, and squash was always grown together and was known as the โ€œThree Sisters.โ€ Beans restore nitrogen to the soil while corn depletes nitrogen. The vines of the beans and squash twined up the cornstalks. When corn and beans are eatenย together, they provide complete proteins and amino acids for our diet.

Corn was so important to the Cherokee that they had important celebrations and ceremonies called โ€œGreen Corn Festivals.โ€ The first of these was held in August, before the sweet corn was ready to eat. The last was held in October or November, when the
field corn was ready to be picked. At these ceremonies, people purified themselves physically and spiritually before feasting together. At this time, people got married and divorced. All old scores were settled and everyone started a new year together.

Carpool Karaoke Challenge
Nov 20 @ 4:30 pm โ€“ 5:45 pm
Online

ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  Join us for the virtual event of the year:
United Way’s Carpool Karaoke Challenge

The Fall Community Engagement Event is the one night a year when the community comes together in a fun, friendly competition to help raise awareness of our collective work to reduce the root causes and consequences of poverty. The event also serves as a call-to-action for both businesses and individuals to pledge their time and financial resources in support of the LIVE UNITED Fund.

Because of health concerns, this year’s eventย (The Carpool Karaoke Challenge)ย is being held virtually. Ten teams have pre-submitted their Carpool Karaoke videos, and each submission will be shown during the event. The kicker?ย This year you, the audience, will vote to decide 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.ย 

YOU’RE INVITED

WHO:ย You, your friends, family, and neighbors
WHAT:ย United Way’s Carpool Karaoke Challenge Event
WHERE:ย Virtual
WHEN:ย Friday, November 20, 4:30 pm-5:45 pm
COST:ย FREE. You’ll also be eligible toย win cash door-prizes just for attending
*Seating for this event is limited, so don’t wait, register below โ€” you must register to attend the event. A link will be shared with registered attendees the day before the event and will allow you access.ย 

This is the one virtual event you’ll actually want to attend this year! Ten teams, 10 Carpool Karaoke submissions, 1 champion: YOU DECIDE!

Saturday, November 21, 2020
History at Home: Play the Butter Bean Game!
Nov 21 all-day
Online

This is a variation on the tradition Cherokee Butterbean Game. It can be played by several individual players or several teams. Traditionally, this game uses three butterbeans that have been split in half.ย Moreโ€ฆ

From theย Museum of the Cherokee Indian: Cherokee people began growing a form of corn two thousand years ago. By about aย thousand years ago, or 1000 AD, they were growing corn and beans, as we know themย today.ย Corn, beans, and squash was always grown together and was known as the โ€œThree Sisters.โ€ Beans restore nitrogen to the soil while corn depletes nitrogen. The vines of the beans and squash twined up the cornstalks. When corn and beans are eatenย together, they provide complete proteins and amino acids for our diet.

Corn was so important to the Cherokee that they had important celebrations and ceremonies called โ€œGreen Corn Festivals.โ€ The first of these was held in August, before the sweet corn was ready to eat. The last was held in October or November, when the
field corn was ready to be picked. At these ceremonies, people purified themselves physically and spiritually before feasting together. At this time, people got married and divorced. All old scores were settled and everyone started a new year together.

North Asheville Tailgate Market โ€“ Every Saturday Morning
Nov 21 @ 8:00 am โ€“ 12:00 pm
North Asheville Tailgate Market

Locally grown eggplants

May 2ย –ย November 21

Now with special COVID-19 procedures, the North Asheville Tailgate Market features local produce direct from area farmers, local baked goods, crafts, music and more.

PLEASE SEE THE NEW PROCEDURES BEFORE COMING TO CAMPUS.ย You can find information, including about pre-ordering, and changes in payment and shopping procedures on theย marketโ€™s website.

Open Saturdays 8 a.m.-noon in UNC Asheville Parking Lot P28.ย maps.unca.edu

For more information, visitย northashevilletailgatemarket.com

Sunday, November 22, 2020
History at Home: Play the Butter Bean Game!
Nov 22 all-day
Online

This is a variation on the tradition Cherokee Butterbean Game. It can be played by several individual players or several teams. Traditionally, this game uses three butterbeans that have been split in half.ย Moreโ€ฆ

From theย Museum of the Cherokee Indian: Cherokee people began growing a form of corn two thousand years ago. By about aย thousand years ago, or 1000 AD, they were growing corn and beans, as we know themย today.ย Corn, beans, and squash was always grown together and was known as the โ€œThree Sisters.โ€ Beans restore nitrogen to the soil while corn depletes nitrogen. The vines of the beans and squash twined up the cornstalks. When corn and beans are eatenย together, they provide complete proteins and amino acids for our diet.

Corn was so important to the Cherokee that they had important celebrations and ceremonies called โ€œGreen Corn Festivals.โ€ The first of these was held in August, before the sweet corn was ready to eat. The last was held in October or November, when the
field corn was ready to be picked. At these ceremonies, people purified themselves physically and spiritually before feasting together. At this time, people got married and divorced. All old scores were settled and everyone started a new year together.

Wednesday, November 25, 2020
Robert’s Totally Rad Trivia
Nov 25 @ 7:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
12 Bones

Image may contain: drink, text that says 'Totally Rad BEERS, BBQ, & Trivia TRIVIA ALL IN ONE PLACE Every Wednesday At 7PM!!! 12 BONES BREWING'

Totally Rad Trivia invades 12 Bones South every Wednesday evening for two hours of Pop Culture Trivia. Grab a beer, some BBQ and buckle in for some fun and challenging Trivia.

Thursday, November 26, 2020
Mitch’s Totally Rad Trivia
Nov 26 @ 7:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall

Scoop: Mitch's Totally Rad TRIVIA

Mitch Fortune brings you an irreverent and nostalgia filled night of pop culture trivia every Thursday night 7-9 pm at the One Stop in Downtown Asheville. A potpourri of movies, music, TV show trivia just for you!

Friday, November 27, 2020
History at Home: Play the Butter Bean Game!
Nov 27 all-day
Online

This is a variation on the tradition Cherokee Butterbean Game. It can be played by several individual players or several teams. Traditionally, this game uses three butterbeans that have been split in half.ย Moreโ€ฆ

From theย Museum of the Cherokee Indian: Cherokee people began growing a form of corn two thousand years ago. By about aย thousand years ago, or 1000 AD, they were growing corn and beans, as we know themย today.ย Corn, beans, and squash was always grown together and was known as the โ€œThree Sisters.โ€ Beans restore nitrogen to the soil while corn depletes nitrogen. The vines of the beans and squash twined up the cornstalks. When corn and beans are eatenย together, they provide complete proteins and amino acids for our diet.

Corn was so important to the Cherokee that they had important celebrations and ceremonies called โ€œGreen Corn Festivals.โ€ The first of these was held in August, before the sweet corn was ready to eat. The last was held in October or November, when the
field corn was ready to be picked. At these ceremonies, people purified themselves physically and spiritually before feasting together. At this time, people got married and divorced. All old scores were settled and everyone started a new year together.

Black Watch Beer Release! Highland Brewery
Nov 27 @ 12:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
Highland Brewery
Each year we await this special Friday, but not for the deals you’ll find at the store… We wait for a beer that is oh so much moreย ๐Ÿ˜ย We’re kicking off Black Friday with out Black Watch Double Chocolate Milk Stout release. This popular limited-release brew is basically a brownie in a glass, overflowing with smooth and rich chocolatey flavors.
We’ll have our friends from the Axeville Mobile Unit on site for some axe-throwing fun from 3-8 pm, so make sure to stop by and check it out!
Saturday, November 28, 2020
History at Home: Play the Butter Bean Game!
Nov 28 all-day
Online

This is a variation on the tradition Cherokee Butterbean Game. It can be played by several individual players or several teams. Traditionally, this game uses three butterbeans that have been split in half.ย Moreโ€ฆ

From theย Museum of the Cherokee Indian: Cherokee people began growing a form of corn two thousand years ago. By about aย thousand years ago, or 1000 AD, they were growing corn and beans, as we know themย today.ย Corn, beans, and squash was always grown together and was known as the โ€œThree Sisters.โ€ Beans restore nitrogen to the soil while corn depletes nitrogen. The vines of the beans and squash twined up the cornstalks. When corn and beans are eatenย together, they provide complete proteins and amino acids for our diet.

Corn was so important to the Cherokee that they had important celebrations and ceremonies called โ€œGreen Corn Festivals.โ€ The first of these was held in August, before the sweet corn was ready to eat. The last was held in October or November, when the
field corn was ready to be picked. At these ceremonies, people purified themselves physically and spiritually before feasting together. At this time, people got married and divorced. All old scores were settled and everyone started a new year together.

Sunday, November 29, 2020
History at Home: Play the Butter Bean Game!
Nov 29 all-day
Online

This is a variation on the tradition Cherokee Butterbean Game. It can be played by several individual players or several teams. Traditionally, this game uses three butterbeans that have been split in half.ย Moreโ€ฆ

From theย Museum of the Cherokee Indian: Cherokee people began growing a form of corn two thousand years ago. By about aย thousand years ago, or 1000 AD, they were growing corn and beans, as we know themย today.ย Corn, beans, and squash was always grown together and was known as the โ€œThree Sisters.โ€ Beans restore nitrogen to the soil while corn depletes nitrogen. The vines of the beans and squash twined up the cornstalks. When corn and beans are eatenย together, they provide complete proteins and amino acids for our diet.

Corn was so important to the Cherokee that they had important celebrations and ceremonies called โ€œGreen Corn Festivals.โ€ The first of these was held in August, before the sweet corn was ready to eat. The last was held in October or November, when the
field corn was ready to be picked. At these ceremonies, people purified themselves physically and spiritually before feasting together. At this time, people got married and divorced. All old scores were settled and everyone started a new year together.

Tuesday, December 1, 2020
Robert’s Totally Rad Trivia
Dec 1 @ 6:00 pm โ€“ 8:00 pm
French Broad River Brewery

Totally Rad Trivia comes to French Broad River Brewing starting this Tuesday at 6:00PM! The same favorite local Pop Culture Trivia show mixed with the delicious brews of French Broad. Plus Papa Nicks Pizza right next door! Drink and Food Specials will be available.
The show is completely social distanced and we will all be doing everything we can to make it a safe and enjoyable experience, so the only thing you’ll have to worry about is how many times I’ll reference a show you’ve never watched.
Seating is limited due to current pandemic restrictions so message me to reserve a table for you and your team

Wednesday, December 2, 2020
Robert’s Totally Rad Trivia
Dec 2 @ 7:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
12 Bones

Image may contain: drink, text that says 'Totally Rad BEERS, BBQ, & Trivia TRIVIA ALL IN ONE PLACE Every Wednesday At 7PM!!! 12 BONES BREWING'

Totally Rad Trivia invades 12 Bones South every Wednesday evening for two hours of Pop Culture Trivia. Grab a beer, some BBQ and buckle in for some fun and challenging Trivia.

WINTER IS COMING (Game of Thrones Trivia Night)
Dec 2 @ 7:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
Catawba Brewing Company - South Slope

Winter is coming! So join us for a Game of Thrones-themed trivia night. The Purple People Feeder will also be here serving up some delicious food.

Thursday, December 3, 2020
Mitch’s Totally Rad Trivia
Dec 3 @ 7:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall

Scoop: Mitch's Totally Rad TRIVIA

Mitch Fortune brings you an irreverent and nostalgia filled night of pop culture trivia every Thursday night 7-9 pm at the One Stop in Downtown Asheville. A potpourri of movies, music, TV show trivia just for you!

Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Robert’s Totally Rad Trivia
Dec 8 @ 6:00 pm โ€“ 8:00 pm
French Broad River Brewery

Totally Rad Trivia comes to French Broad River Brewing starting this Tuesday at 6:00PM! The same favorite local Pop Culture Trivia show mixed with the delicious brews of French Broad. Plus Papa Nicks Pizza right next door! Drink and Food Specials will be available.
The show is completely social distanced and we will all be doing everything we can to make it a safe and enjoyable experience, so the only thing you’ll have to worry about is how many times I’ll reference a show you’ve never watched.
Seating is limited due to current pandemic restrictions so message me to reserve a table for you and your team

Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Robert’s Totally Rad Trivia
Dec 9 @ 7:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
12 Bones

Image may contain: drink, text that says 'Totally Rad BEERS, BBQ, & Trivia TRIVIA ALL IN ONE PLACE Every Wednesday At 7PM!!! 12 BONES BREWING'

Totally Rad Trivia invades 12 Bones South every Wednesday evening for two hours of Pop Culture Trivia. Grab a beer, some BBQ and buckle in for some fun and challenging Trivia.

Socially Distanced Trivia Night
Dec 9 @ 7:00 pm โ€“ 10:00 pm
Hi-Wire Brewing - The Event Space at Hi-Wire Brewing
7 pm | Doors @ 6pm
65 Person Capacity
$10 Entry/Person | first beer included with admission for 21+
Teams of up to 6 people
Special Trivia Menu from Foothills Local Meats
8 Categories with 10 Questions each
Highest scoring team wins
Prizes
1st Place Team: $100 Gift Certificate to Hi-Wire & Swag Bag
2nd Place: $50 Hi-Wire Gift Certificate
3rd Place: $25 Hi-Wire Gift Certificates
Best Team Name: Swag Bag from Hi-Wire Brewing
*For the safety of our customers and staff, we will be operating at a capacity of 65 people to ensure social distancing can be maintained. All guests are required to wear a mask when interacting with Hi-Wire staff or anyone outside your party and when visiting the restroom, so remember to bring a mask or face covering.โฃโฃโฃโฃ Please leave your four-legged friends at home for this event.*
Thursday, December 10, 2020
Virtual Meeting – Discord Server with Unity Game Developers WNC
Dec 10 @ 6:00 pm โ€“ 8:00 pm
Online

Join us virtually on Discord. This week we will meet online in the meetup group’s Discord Server.

This group is for anyone interested in game development, 2D/3D graphics, animation, virtual reality, etc with the Unity game engine. All skills levels are welcome!

YPA Holiday Hoopla- Members Only
Dec 10 @ 6:30 pm โ€“ 9:30 pm
Archetype Brewing Tap Lounge + Venue

Hip Hip, HOORAY for the Holidays! (We could all use some holiday cheer!)
Join us for our annual Holiday Party on Thursday, December 10th from 6:30pm-9:30pm at Archetype Brewing on Broadway (not West Asheville) on their outdoor patio space (yes, we promise there will be heaters!). Their main bar area will be open as well! ๐™‰๐™ค๐™ฉ๐™š, ๐™ฉ๐™๐™ž๐™จ ๐™ž๐™จ ๐™–๐™ฃ ๐™ช๐™ฅ๐™™๐™–๐™ฉ๐™š๐™™ ๐™ก๐™ค๐™˜๐™–๐™ฉ๐™ž๐™ค๐™ฃ!
๐˜ˆ๐˜ณ๐˜ค๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ๐˜ต๐˜บ๐˜ฑ๐˜ฆ ๐˜‰๐˜ณ๐˜ฆ๐˜ธ๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜จ ๐˜ธ๐˜ช๐˜ต๐˜ฉ ๐˜ฉ๐˜ข๐˜ท๐˜ฆ ๐˜ข ๐˜ด๐˜ฑ๐˜ฆ๐˜ค๐˜ช๐˜ข๐˜ญ ๐˜ฃ๐˜ณ๐˜ฆ๐˜ธ ๐˜ซ๐˜ถ๐˜ด๐˜ต ๐˜ง๐˜ฐ๐˜ณ ๐˜ถ๐˜ด! If beer isn’t your thang- they also have wine as an option. Dress in your ๐’‡๐’‚๐’—๐’๐’“๐’Š๐’•๐’† ๐‘พ๐’‚๐’“๐’Ž, ๐‘ช๐’๐’›๐’š, ๐‘ป๐’‚๐’„๐’Œ๐’š ๐‘บ๐’˜๐’†๐’‚๐’•๐’†๐’“ for a chance to win some cool prizes in our Tacky Sweater contest!
Also, we will be running a canned food drive to benefit Manna Food Bank, so brings some canned, non-perishable foods to give back this holiday season.
Like our last social- this event will be capped, ๐˜€๐—ผ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ถ๐˜€๐˜๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ฌ๐—ฃ๐—” ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ฝ ๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—พ๐˜‚๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฑ. In accordance with Phase 3 guidelines, we will cap the attendance at 50 of our members, and you can RSVP at the link provided. We will also be doing quick temperature checks at sign-in to help keep things safe. We look forward to seeing everyone in person, but of course masks are required for the event when not eating or drinking, and we will be following the usual state and local COVID guidelines.
Use the link in this event to sign up for a slot. Not a member, but want to attend? Sign up atย www.ypasheville.org.
Mitch’s Totally Rad Trivia
Dec 10 @ 7:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall

Scoop: Mitch's Totally Rad TRIVIA

Mitch Fortune brings you an irreverent and nostalgia filled night of pop culture trivia every Thursday night 7-9 pm at the One Stop in Downtown Asheville. A potpourri of movies, music, TV show trivia just for you!

Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Robert’s Totally Rad Trivia
Dec 15 @ 6:00 pm โ€“ 8:00 pm
French Broad River Brewery

Totally Rad Trivia comes to French Broad River Brewing starting this Tuesday at 6:00PM! The same favorite local Pop Culture Trivia show mixed with the delicious brews of French Broad. Plus Papa Nicks Pizza right next door! Drink and Food Specials will be available.
The show is completely social distanced and we will all be doing everything we can to make it a safe and enjoyable experience, so the only thing you’ll have to worry about is how many times I’ll reference a show you’ve never watched.
Seating is limited due to current pandemic restrictions so message me to reserve a table for you and your team

Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Robert’s Totally Rad Trivia
Dec 16 @ 7:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
12 Bones

Image may contain: drink, text that says 'Totally Rad BEERS, BBQ, & Trivia TRIVIA ALL IN ONE PLACE Every Wednesday At 7PM!!! 12 BONES BREWING'

Totally Rad Trivia invades 12 Bones South every Wednesday evening for two hours of Pop Culture Trivia. Grab a beer, some BBQ and buckle in for some fun and challenging Trivia.

Thursday, December 17, 2020
Mitch’s Totally Rad Trivia
Dec 17 @ 7:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm
The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall

Scoop: Mitch's Totally Rad TRIVIA

Mitch Fortune brings you an irreverent and nostalgia filled night of pop culture trivia every Thursday night 7-9 pm at the One Stop in Downtown Asheville. A potpourri of movies, music, TV show trivia just for you!

Saturday, December 19, 2020
Social Distance Saturdays Theatre Games Ages 10-11
Dec 19 @ 10:00 am โ€“ 10:50 am
Asheville Community Theatre

Taught by Amanda Klinikowski

Come play fun and socially distanced theatre games with Amanda on ACTโ€™s Mainstage!

The safety of all students and teachers is important to ACT. Masks will be required at all times during the class and everyone will remain socially distanced for all games while inside on the ACT Mainstage with added ventilation. Parents are asked to remain in their cars nearby for the duration of class. We ask that all students arrive 10-15 minutes before their class time to accommodate temperature checks. This class is in-person, with no virtual option. If your child is medically unable to wear a mask for 50 minutes, please check out one of ACTโ€™s many virtual class options instead!

 

Student Ages: 10-11 (Or with prior permission from Amanda Klinikowski. Pleaseย reach out to Amandaย BEFORE registering for class!)

Social Distance Saturdays Theatre Games Ages 12-15
Dec 19 @ 12:00 pm โ€“ 12:50 pm
Asheville Community Theatre

Taught by Amanda Klinikowski

Come play fun and socially distanced theatre games with Amanda on ACTโ€™s Mainstage!

The safety of all students and teachers is important to ACT. Masks will be required at all times during the class and everyone will remain socially distanced for all games while inside on the ACT Mainstage with added ventilation. Parents are asked to remain in their cars nearby for the duration of class. We ask that all students arrive 10-15 minutes before their class time to accommodate temperature checks. This class is in-person, with no virtual option. If your child is medically unable to wear a mask for 50 minutes, please check out one of ACTโ€™s many virtual class options instead!