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.
Interested in adding an event to our calendar? Please click the green “Post Your Event” button below.
Sunday, April
26, 2020
Under One Roof: A Benefit of North Carolina Artists
North Carolina Arts Council, ComeHearNC.com and CLTure present “Under One Roof,” a livestream benefit concert for North Carolina artists.
The event will feature North Carolina musicians spanning multiple genres and generations, including Anthony Hamilton, 9th Wonder, Ben Folds, The Hamiltones NC, Petey Pablo, Tift Merritt, Jim Lauderdale, Steep Canyon Rangers, Chatham County Line, Joe Troop of Che Apalache, Harvey Cummings II, and more to be announced!
Organized in partnership with CLTure.org as part of the North Carolina Arts Council and North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources’ Come Hear North Carolina initiative, “Under One Roof” brings together some of North Carolina biggest names in music to aid the community in these unprecedented times.
Under One Roof will raise funds for the North Carolina Arts Foundation, a nonprofit established in 2013 to promote the growth and sustainability of the N.C. Arts Council. The foundation will send all proceeds raised from Under One Roof to non-profit arts organizations in North Carolina that have established relief funds for artists in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Under One Roof will broadcast live on this Facebook event page and Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/clturemedia) from 8 p.m. – 9 p.m. ET on Friday, April 24, Saturday April 25, and Sunday April 26.
Monday, April
27, 2020
ASAP Launches Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund
East Fork Pottery: Raffle for Pisgah Legal Services
ASAP has launched the Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund to
strategically address the emergency needs of farms during COVID-19 disruptions. Funds will be used for public health preparedness grants to farmers markets, to subsidize essential farm product packaging, and to purchase unsold food for donation to hunger programs. Donations to the Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund can be made online at asapconnections.org or by mail or phone.
East Fork Pottery is hosting a raffle this week to raise funds for Pisgah Legal Services. Folks can purchase $5 raffle tickets to win a pot of the winners’ choosing, wheel-thrown by Alex Matisse.
Five winners will be chosen on Wednesday, April 29th. 100% of the proceeds go to Pisgah Legal Services.
Pisgah Legal is working hard to prevent evictions, stop domestic violence, help people sign up for health insurance, and much more – – work that is especially critical during the COVID-9 outbreak.
This raffle can raise a significant amount of support, and we are grateful for it!
https://eastfork.com/products/raffle-ticket-for-pisgah-legal
Tuesday, April
28, 2020
ASAP Launches Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund
East Fork Pottery: Raffle for Pisgah Legal Services
ASAP has launched the Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund to
strategically address the emergency needs of farms during COVID-19 disruptions. Funds will be used for public health preparedness grants to farmers markets, to subsidize essential farm product packaging, and to purchase unsold food for donation to hunger programs. Donations to the Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund can be made online at asapconnections.org or by mail or phone.
East Fork Pottery is hosting a raffle this week to raise funds for Pisgah Legal Services. Folks can purchase $5 raffle tickets to win a pot of the winners’ choosing, wheel-thrown by Alex Matisse.
Five winners will be chosen on Wednesday, April 29th. 100% of the proceeds go to Pisgah Legal Services.
Pisgah Legal is working hard to prevent evictions, stop domestic violence, help people sign up for health insurance, and much more – – work that is especially critical during the COVID-9 outbreak.
This raffle can raise a significant amount of support, and we are grateful for it!
https://eastfork.com/products/raffle-ticket-for-pisgah-legal
Wednesday, April
29, 2020
ASAP Launches Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund
East Fork Pottery: Raffle for Pisgah Legal Services
Drive-Up Free Game Giveaway
ASAP has launched the Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund to
strategically address the emergency needs of farms during COVID-19 disruptions. Funds will be used for public health preparedness grants to farmers markets, to subsidize essential farm product packaging, and to purchase unsold food for donation to hunger programs. Donations to the Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund can be made online at asapconnections.org or by mail or phone.
East Fork Pottery is hosting a raffle this week to raise funds for Pisgah Legal Services. Folks can purchase $5 raffle tickets to win a pot of the winners’ choosing, wheel-thrown by Alex Matisse.
Five winners will be chosen on Wednesday, April 29th. 100% of the proceeds go to Pisgah Legal Services.
Pisgah Legal is working hard to prevent evictions, stop domestic violence, help people sign up for health insurance, and much more – – work that is especially critical during the COVID-9 outbreak.
This raffle can raise a significant amount of support, and we are grateful for it!
https://eastfork.com/products/raffle-ticket-for-pisgah-legal
To participate, simply:
1. Drive up to Well Played at 58 Wall St.
2. Pop your trunk
3. Our gloved & masked attendant will provide contactless game delivery!
There is no cost to participate. All you have to do is visit us!
“We want to keep this simple, safe, and fun. So show up to Well Played next Wednesday, and I’ll meet you out front with a board game to help get you through quarantine,” said Kevan Frazier, co-owner of Well Played. “While we can’t shift our operations to produce hand sanitizer, masks or other critical medical supplies, that doesn’t mean we can’t do our part to help. We hope everyone enjoys these games and finds time to play and connect with their loved ones.”
FAQ’s
Is there a cost?
Nope, it’s free! Just show up while supplies last!
What kind of games are they?
The good, the bad, the ugly, and the downright weird. They’re all lightly used, but very playable!
What game will you get?
No one knows! That’s why it’s a mystery!
Can you donate lightly used games?
Sure thing, feel free to drop them off during this time period! If there’s enough interest, we’ll get them sanitized and host another giveaway! If not, we’ll make sure they find a good home.
You’re not going out of business are you?
No! We’re just in the business of having a bunch of games 😂 We have extra games that are either starting to show their age or can’t fit in our library, and we wanted to pay it forward at a time when people would appreciate it!
Thursday, April
30, 2020
ASAP Launches Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund
Asheville Scavenger Hunt Cancelled
Rock the House for Animals livestream concert
ASAP has launched the Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund to
strategically address the emergency needs of farms during COVID-19 disruptions. Funds will be used for public health preparedness grants to farmers markets, to subsidize essential farm product packaging, and to purchase unsold food for donation to hunger programs. Donations to the Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund can be made online at asapconnections.org or by mail or phone.
Explore Asheville’s historical gems, flourishing neighborhoods, and latest attractions. Tourist, local, or new to town, this is a lively small group activity that anyone can enjoy. Lace up your walking shoes and get ready to experience the city like you never have before. Snap pics, race against the clock, and put your navigation skills to the test as you wander at your own pace. No reservations, no tour guides, and fun for all ages.
In partnership with Sidewalk Angels Foundation, we invite you to Rock the House for Animals, a livestream concert to help support critical work for all animals, including help for pets and their people who are impacted by COVID-19.
Rob Thomas, along with Chris Daughtry and Gavin DeGraw, will perform live from their homes for a special evening benefiting animals across the country. Before the show begins, please join us for an exclusive look at how heroes are helping animals nationwide.
This exciting event will be streaming live on Facebook, Youtube, and Twitch. We hope you’ll join us!
Friday, May
1, 2020
ASAP Launches Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund
ASAP has launched the Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund to
strategically address the emergency needs of farms during COVID-19 disruptions. Funds will be used for public health preparedness grants to farmers markets, to subsidize essential farm product packaging, and to purchase unsold food for donation to hunger programs. Donations to the Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund can be made online at asapconnections.org or by mail or phone.
Saturday, May
2, 2020
ASAP Launches Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund
ASAP has launched the Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund to
strategically address the emergency needs of farms during COVID-19 disruptions. Funds will be used for public health preparedness grants to farmers markets, to subsidize essential farm product packaging, and to purchase unsold food for donation to hunger programs. Donations to the Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund can be made online at asapconnections.org or by mail or phone.
Sunday, May
3, 2020
ASAP Launches Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund
ASAP has launched the Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund to
strategically address the emergency needs of farms during COVID-19 disruptions. Funds will be used for public health preparedness grants to farmers markets, to subsidize essential farm product packaging, and to purchase unsold food for donation to hunger programs. Donations to the Appalachian Grown Farmer Relief Fund can be made online at asapconnections.org or by mail or phone.
Tuesday, May
5, 2020
Women’s Paddlefest Nantahala Outdoor Center
Time: See Schedule for Details https://noc.com/events/womens-paddlefest
Age: All Ages
Women’s Paddlefest at NOC!!
The Ladies Southeast Paddling Series has moved to Nantahala Outdoor Center for a three-day paddle festival, hosted by inspirational paddler Anna Levesque! This festival is all about creating community by connecting, sharing, paddling, and supporting each other on the river. Trips will be offered on the Tuckaseegee River (Class I-II), the Nantahala River (Class II-III), and the Ocoee River (Class II-IV) representing a range of skill levels, and is open to all women in all water craft!
Donations and registration fees benefit the Shannon Christy Memorial Fund, an organization that supports non-profits focused on women’s empowerment.
Registration: Registration is $45 and Includes an event t-shirt, dinner, and one raffle ticket. Registration is available from January 1, 2020 to May 15, 2020. Our sponsors have donated a Dagger Kayak of choice, a Werner Paddle, and NRS gear among other awesome prizes for a raffle on Saturday! Additional raffle tickets can be purchased on site.
Friday, May
8, 2020
Golf Tournament Fundraiser
Join Irene Wortham Center’s 20th annual golf tournament fundraiser! As a non-profit, this annual event helps us continue serving the Buncombe County community. For 57 years and counting, we have been helping children and adults with developmental and/or socioeconomic challenges live more independent, happy, healthy, and full lives. Funds raised at this event will kick-start the building project for a new Early Learning Center. The current center, which is one of two organizations in Buncombe County helping pre-K children with developmental disabilities, enrolls 100 children and has a wait list of more than 400! We need YOUR support to expand our program and offer services to more children and families in need.
Please consider registering as a player, a sponsor, or making a donation toward the cause. The day will be full of golf, great food, cold beer, and lots of prizes and giveaways! Visit the event website to learn more and register!
Saturday, May
9, 2020
Gateway to the Smokies Half Marathon
Mother’s Day Tea WNC Farmers Market
IMAGINE…REPRISE!
Welcome to the return of the Gateway to the Smokies Half Marathon in beautiful Waynesville, North Carolina. We are excited to bring this race back with the original course and start/finish lines. This race will be run in conjunction with the inaugural Mighty 4 Miler to Benefit the Riley Howell Foundation Fund.
Welcome to the return of the Gateway to the Smokies Half Marathon, Presented by The Swag, in beautiful Waynesville, North Carolina. We are excited to bring this race back with the original course and start/finish lines. This race will be run in conjunction with the inaugural Mighty 4 Miler to Benefit the Riley Howell Foundation Fund.
Old Time tea party with cucumber sandwiches and other traditional ladies party foods.
The Haywood Street Fresco Team is thrilled to announce: IMAGINE…REPRISE! — a benefit concert to support the Fresco and core programs of the Haywood Street Congregation.
Saturday, May
23, 2020
Gateway to the Smokies Half Marathon
Cooperative Gardens Commission – WNC FREE SEED LIBRARY EVENT
Benefit Manna Food Bank: White Horse Live NPR Theme Composer BJ Leiderman
Welcome to the return of the Gateway to the Smokies Half Marathon in beautiful Waynesville, North Carolina. We are excited to bring this race back with the original course and start/finish lines. This race will be run in conjunction with the inaugural Mighty 4 Miler to Benefit the Riley Howell Foundation Fund.
Welcome to the return of the Gateway to the Smokies Half Marathon, Presented by The Swag, in beautiful Waynesville, North Carolina. We are excited to bring this race back with the original course and start/finish lines. This race will be run in conjunction with the inaugural Mighty 4 Miler to Benefit the Riley Howell Foundation Fund.
Cooperative Gardens Commission – WNC FREE SEED LIBRARY EVENT
Coop Gardens WNC is working as a volunteer based collective to increase community food gardens, facilitate resource-sharing, help first-time gardeners succeed, build a more resilient community, and support existing food sovereignty projects and networks, especially in communities that were already struggling before the COVID-19 pandemic.
• TAKE:
o The seed packets you need/want <10 packets per person
o + 10 extra:
o if you plan to participate in MANNA FoodBank‘s plant a row
o Are planting for a community garden with Bountiful Cities or any others
o Are associated with any non-profit or grass-roots effort aiding the community
o Share your food garden goods with those in need within your community
• DONATE: (only what/if you can!)
o Gardening Tools and/or related items
o Seeds you do not need or want
***RULES***
1. GLOVES are REQUIRED
2. MASKS are REQUIRED
3. SOCIAL DISTANCING >6 ft is REQUIRED
4. The seeds will be divided and organized by type and clearly labeled please only touch what you plan to take
We also welcome any other organizations or folks wanting to utilize the outdoor or indoor space for similar efforts to contact me at [email protected]. Please reach out with any questions!
If you’d like to join our Coop Gardens Work Group feel free to sign up here: https://forms.gle/FRfyBHnMuXTQfV3i7?fbclid=IwAR3UeIroiMMaL4QX8O6O1c3BuMX0MEHxiAiEB0bHxNBZ4NXUi0KznhG0JH8
❤️, Vanessa Violet & Coop Gardens Work Group WNC
Join us for the next episode of White Horse Live, featuring NPR Theme Composer BJ Leiderman in his very first live stream performance, to benefit MANNA Food Bank in their efforts to feed many during this extraordinary time.
Join BJ as he performs some of your favorite tunes by Cat Stevens, Janis Ian, Billy Joel, Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, the Beatles (just to mention a few). And, of course, some of his best loved Public Radio Themes.
“A splendid time is guaranteed for all!”
The video should start automatically at show time (8pm Eastern on Saturday), but if it does not, please refresh this page, or click here.
Sunday, May
24, 2020
Cooperative Gardens Commission – WNC FREE SEED LIBRARY EVENT
Cooperative Gardens Commission – WNC FREE SEED LIBRARY EVENT
Coop Gardens WNC is working as a volunteer based collective to increase community food gardens, facilitate resource-sharing, help first-time gardeners succeed, build a more resilient community, and support existing food sovereignty projects and networks, especially in communities that were already struggling before the COVID-19 pandemic.
• TAKE:
o The seed packets you need/want <10 packets per person
o + 10 extra:
o if you plan to participate in MANNA FoodBank‘s plant a row
o Are planting for a community garden with Bountiful Cities or any others
o Are associated with any non-profit or grass-roots effort aiding the community
o Share your food garden goods with those in need within your community
• DONATE: (only what/if you can!)
o Gardening Tools and/or related items
o Seeds you do not need or want
***RULES***
1. GLOVES are REQUIRED
2. MASKS are REQUIRED
3. SOCIAL DISTANCING >6 ft is REQUIRED
4. The seeds will be divided and organized by type and clearly labeled please only touch what you plan to take
We also welcome any other organizations or folks wanting to utilize the outdoor or indoor space for similar efforts to contact me at [email protected]. Please reach out with any questions!
If you’d like to join our Coop Gardens Work Group feel free to sign up here: https://forms.gle/FRfyBHnMuXTQfV3i7?fbclid=IwAR3UeIroiMMaL4QX8O6O1c3BuMX0MEHxiAiEB0bHxNBZ4NXUi0KznhG0JH8
❤️, Vanessa Violet & Coop Gardens Work Group WNC
Tuesday, May
26, 2020
Dungeons and Dragons Club!
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Epic adventure awaits with the Dungeons & Dragons Club! Join us for a special installment of Dungeons & Dragons Club to be played online using ROLL20.NET and DISCORDAPP.COM.
We will be using ROLL20 as our virtual table-top and DISCORD for our voice and chat needs. If this is your first game, please login at least 30 minutes early for character creation. Open to players grades 6-12. |
Saturday, June
6, 2020
Women’s Paddlefest Nantahala Outdoor Center
Time: See Schedule for Details https://noc.com/events/womens-paddlefest
Age: All Ages
Women’s Paddlefest at NOC!!
The Ladies Southeast Paddling Series has moved to Nantahala Outdoor Center for a three-day paddle festival, hosted by inspirational paddler Anna Levesque! This festival is all about creating community by connecting, sharing, paddling, and supporting each other on the river. Trips will be offered on the Tuckaseegee River (Class I-II), the Nantahala River (Class II-III), and the Ocoee River (Class II-IV) representing a range of skill levels, and is open to all women in all water craft!
Donations and registration fees benefit the Shannon Christy Memorial Fund, an organization that supports non-profits focused on women’s empowerment.
Registration: Registration is $45 and Includes an event t-shirt, dinner, and one raffle ticket. Registration is available from January 1, 2020 to May 15, 2020. Our sponsors have donated a Dagger Kayak of choice, a Werner Paddle, and NRS gear among other awesome prizes for a raffle on Saturday! Additional raffle tickets can be purchased on site.
Sunday, June
7, 2020
Women’s Paddlefest Nantahala Outdoor Center
Time: See Schedule for Details https://noc.com/events/womens-paddlefest
Age: All Ages
Women’s Paddlefest at NOC!!
The Ladies Southeast Paddling Series has moved to Nantahala Outdoor Center for a three-day paddle festival, hosted by inspirational paddler Anna Levesque! This festival is all about creating community by connecting, sharing, paddling, and supporting each other on the river. Trips will be offered on the Tuckaseegee River (Class I-II), the Nantahala River (Class II-III), and the Ocoee River (Class II-IV) representing a range of skill levels, and is open to all women in all water craft!
Donations and registration fees benefit the Shannon Christy Memorial Fund, an organization that supports non-profits focused on women’s empowerment.
Registration: Registration is $45 and Includes an event t-shirt, dinner, and one raffle ticket. Registration is available from January 1, 2020 to May 15, 2020. Our sponsors have donated a Dagger Kayak of choice, a Werner Paddle, and NRS gear among other awesome prizes for a raffle on Saturday! Additional raffle tickets can be purchased on site.
Monday, June
8, 2020
Zero K (0.0) for EDIN and CRC for ED!
It’s like a walk, but not – it’s a ZERO K!
CRC for ED and EDIN are partnering to raise awareness and funds for eating disorders support. This virtual campaign kicks-off on Monday, May 11th and closes on ‘Zero K Day’ (June 8th).
Thursday, June
18, 2020
The Art of Games
The Art of Games – VIRTUAL
This program takes place via Zoom.
Join the Museum, Well Played Board Game Café, and Devil’s Foot Beverage Company for this fun program centered around card games! After mixing up some ginger-beer cocktails with Devil’s Foot, Kevan Frazier, co-owner of Well Played and a former history professor, gives a brief look at the history of card games and card games as art—including unexpected card games in the Museum’s Collection. Tanner Johnson, gamemaster at Well Played, then introduces Draft-a-Dragon, a card game he created in 2017, and teaches us how to play.
Space is limited; to register, email Kristen Boddy, membership & Museum events manager, or call 828.253.3227 x117. Museum brainteasers and Zoom login information will be emailed to participants prior to the program.
- Preorder your copy of Draft-a-Dragon from our friends at Well Played. (Locals: prefer pickup? Give them a call at 828.232.7375.)
- Order a variety of ginger beers, lemonades, limeades, and other cool brews from Devil’s Foot for pickup or delivery. (Pssst… they’ve got cool merch, too!)
- Browse Perspective Café favorites, family-style specials, and to pre-order by Wednesday, June 17. (Museum Members: Enter coupon code AAMMember at checkout to receive your 10% Member discount!)
Presented in conjunction with Intersections in American Art, in partnership with Well Played Board Game Café, Devil’s Foot Beverage Company, and Perspective Café by Food Experience.
Thursday, June
25, 2020
Virtual Trivia Night Fundraiser
Jewish Family Services of Western North Carolina (JFS) is delighted to announce its first-ever Truly Trivial Virtual Trivia Night fundraiser. JFS is a nonprofit social service agency open to people of all faiths in Western North Carolina.
This event was created in lieu of the in-person Truly Marvelous fundraising event, which was has been postponed indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
All proceeds from Truly Trivial support JFS programs and services including mental health counseling with sliding-scale fees for those without insurance, guided case management, and the Elder Club Program, which provides socialization for the elderly and respite for caregivers.
Truly Trivial is an online trivia game and fundraiser with a Jewish twist! Play 5 rounds of trivia with themes both Jewish and not, featuring local celebrity question-askers and fun-filled virtual energy from emcee Seth Kellam. Participants are urged to gather a team or play solo to win prizes such as gift cards to Asheville’s finest restaurants.
Tuesday, July
14, 2020
Fortnite: eSports Summer League: Register by July 18th
Think you have what it takes to be AVL Parks’ first Fortnite champion?
Start practicing because on Fridays starting July 24th you’ll be able to compete head-to-head in with other gamers in Fortnite. Whether you’re a noob or a pro, you’ll be able to put your skills to the test against other Asheville gamers.
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Fortnite: Friday 8pm eSports League
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07/24/2020 –08/28/2020
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8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Registration Now Open
Register by Friday, July 18th 5pm to secure your spot in AVL’s newest eSports league.
Recommended Age: 12+
Available on XboxOne, PS4, Computer, and Switch.
For more information email [email protected]