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.
The BMC Audi Raffle is our single largest fundraiser for Student Scholarships, and makes it possible for hundreds of students to attend who otherwise could not!
Because of your patronage and the support of many, BMC can provide $1.4 million in financial assistance every year so our talented high school and college musicians can experience a life-transforming summer at Brevard Music Center!
Buy YOUR Audi Raffle Ticket online or at one of our upcoming concerts!
The winner will have ultimate flexibility in choice of model:
Any 2019 Audi from Audi Asheville with an MSRP up to $50,000!
The winner will be announced during BMC’s Season Finale concert on Sunday, August 4th. You do not have to be present to win!
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Farm Beginnings® Farmer Training is entering its fifth year offering a year long farmer training.
Organic Growers School has graduated 43 farmers in the last 4 years and will graduate 55 by
September 2019. Organic Growers School will begin this year’s program in October 2019 at
Creekside Farm & Education Center at Walnut Cove in Arden, NC and is currently accepting
applications. The 2019-2020 program will continue a partnership with Living Web Farm who
offers a diversity of farm and organic living workshops that students will have full access to, in
addition to on-farm workshops at the The Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s
Community Farm in Alexander, NC . Applications will be accepted for the program on a rolling
basis until September 15th, 2019. Early bird discount of $100 off for applications received by
August 1st.
Summer Reading Programs continue and July’s library events are full of fun, interesting, and educational opportunities. Check out one of the many book clubs or reading times with our therapy dog. Also, the Early Bird Special: Classics & Casseroles will have you watching classic movies while noshing on potluck items. As for Summer Reading Programs, you can get down with Groovin’ on Grovemont and launch fireworks with the Bottle Rockets! program.
There’s so much going on in July, check out the Summer Reading Programs and July Library Events lists below.
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These incredible dogs have delighted audiences nationwide at halftime shows and on television. Don’t miss them live at Tweetsie Railroad! Shows at 11:00 a.m., and 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. Saturday evening show at 7:00 p.m.
Come experience the love of clay with our talented artists at Odyssey ClayWorks! Learn to sculpt, coil, and even get to try your hand at throwing on the potter’s wheel in a fun and upbeat atmosphere. All skill levels welcome.
The Appalachia Now! catalogue is now available for pre-order. The 64-page, full-color illustrated book is published in conjunction with the opening special exhibition Appalachia Now! An Interdisciplinary Survey of Contemporary Art in Southern Appalachia, includes descriptions and images from the 50 featured artists, plus a foreword by Executive Director Pamela Myers and a statement from Jason Andrew, guest curator.
Momentum Gallery in downtown Asheville hosts new summer exhibitions – Mariella Bisson, Setting Shapes; Oil paintings by two new painters: Samantha Keely Smith and Paul Sattler; and a group invitational called Give Me Wood. These exhibitions continue at 24 N Lexington Avenue through the end of August.
Mariella Bisson deftly delineates the sculptural planes of regional waterfalls and sylvan scenes creating refreshingly contemporary landscape paintings. Her oil-over-collage paintings feature built-up texture, suggesting the complex surface of stone and tree bark, lichen, and moss. Bisson’s paintings demonstrate a strong understanding of formal composition and reflect a sensibility honed from time she’s spent immersed in the outdoors. Of note, Bisson is a two-time recipient of the Pollock-Krasner grant and was awarded a New York Foundation for the Arts fellowship in painting.
Samantha Keely Smith creates inspired and stirring abstract paintings in oil. The Brooklyn-based artist sees her paintings “as an expression of our internal turbulence. They reflect the overwhelming reality of being constantly aware of what is happening in the wider world – Change is the only constant.” Smith’s nebulous compositions are evocative of luminous cloudscapes and primordial oceans. Brilliant areas of stained pigment collide with waves of painterly brush strokes ultimately conjuring imagined environments with a timeless quality. “These paintings are about the essence of who we all are, as human beings… We all want love and connection.” Smith’s works give form to fluctuations between turbulence and calm present in everything from our emotions to the temporal world. Overall, Smith’s focus is on the underlying psychological impact of the dawning awareness of our shifting reality.
An accomplished oil painter, Paul Sattler was the recipient of the John R. Solomon Guggenheim Foundation Fellowship. In 2004, he was selected to exhibit at the 179th Annual Invitational Exhibition of Contemporary Art at the National Academy of Design in New York, where he received the Wallace Truman Prize. Dramatic narratives unfold in his charged and enigmatic oil paintings which reference historic and literary sources. Sattler comments, “A diverse population of animals are enmeshed in my works’ human-inhabited environments, theatrical locales, and domestic dramas.”
Give Me Wood is an imaginative and evocative collection of contemporary painting and wood sculpture. Central to the identity and creation of all the extraordinary two- and three-dimensional works in the exhibition is the common material of wood. The participating artists defy logic, explore space (both real and imagined), carve, bend, turn, and otherwise construct some truly amazing and innovative work! Featuring Michael Alm, Garry Knox Bennett, Gil Bruvel, Christian Burchard, Tom Eckert, David Ellsworth, Ron Layport, Wendy Maruyama, and Sylvie Rosenthal.
Prepare yourselves Asheville!
Doctor Ocular and The Settlement adventure over the mountain to bring you a night of groovin’ jams. Both of these bands have been touring the east coast and spreading their groove gospels. Now its your chance, Asheville, to experience two rising bands as they continue to sour.
Saturday, July 27th Suggested Donation
Doctor Ocular
Groovy jam rock inspired by funky duels between synth and guitar, fusion jazz, and electronica.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WSG_aaU68JQ
The Settlement
https://www.facebook.com/thesettlementband/
The Settlement cleverly combines rowdy rock riffs, complex jazz harmonies, funky bass lines, creamy pop vocals, jammin’ reggae grooves and a multitude of diverse world music influences.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsjSyZefTFI
Free Entry, 21+
520 Haywood Rd, Asheville NC 28806
https://www.facebook.com/events/2240045289410244/
Can’t wait to get back to the Peel for another big hometown show… Tickets on sale now!!
Doors 8pm // Show 9pm
$15adv // $18dos
Ages 18+
https://www.facebook.com/events/801387523570990/
Kayla McKinney and Twisted Trail make their return to Mack Kells!! It will be a night filled with some amazing music. $5 dollar cover at the door. Drink and food specials. Come out and see us!! Mack Kells is your place for live entertainment and good times!!
https://www.facebook.com/events/403583687105047/
Genre: FUNK
Tickets: $15/$18
Show: 10PM (Doors: 9PM)
Ages: 21+
The James Brown Dance Party
LINEUP :
Featuring Elan Lanier with
The Chase Brothers
Rahsaan Barber (Kelly Clarkson)
Lynn Grissett (Prince)
Derrick Johnson (Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band & Tuesday Night Funk Jam)
John Daniel Ray (RKIII)
The James Brown Dance Party properly formed in January of 2015 from the mind of The Chase Brothers, Adam and Matthew. Their debut performance as a rotating cast of All Star musicians was to a Sold Out audience at the Cutting Room in NYC featuring The Chase Brothers with Jennifer Hartswick, Jeff Sipe, Todd Stoops, Chuck Jones, Laura Reed, Rob Volo, Rob Somerville and Chris Bullock.
Since then the band has gone on to focus on bringing together members of James Brown’s Band with contemporary musicians that help draw a younger audience to the music of James Brown while giving musicians from up and coming funk ensembles the opportunity to learn the funk from the masters and creators of the genre.
The band has been blessed to have worked with several James Brown alumni including Fred Wesley, Clyde Stubblefield, Fred Thomas, Mousey Thompson, Amy Christian, Keith Jenkins, Jeffrey Watkins, Erik Hargrove, and more!
The James Brown Dance Party puts on rare and special performances as it is not a full time touring band, so if you see the band is performing any where near you don’t miss the opportunity!
Notable players have joined the band on stage including Adam Deitch of Lettuce, Binky Griptite of The Dap Kings, Michael Ray of Kool And The Gang, Antwaun Stanley of Vulfpeck, Rob Mecurio of Galactic, Pete Murano of Trombone Shorty, Chris Bullock of Snarky Puppy, Eddie Roberts of New Mastersounds, & many more!
The James Brown Dance Party is a rotating All Star Tribute to James Brown featuring The Chase Brothers with members of The James Brown Band, Snarky Puppy, Trombone Shorty, Galactic, Trey Aanastasio Band, Bootsy Collins Band, Lettuce, Kool And The Gang, The Dap Kings, Vulfpeck, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Antibalas, John Legend Band, Talib Kweli Band, Sly And The Family Stone, New Mastersounds, The Main Squeeze, Aquarium Rescue Unit, ALO, Jamie Lidell, Tea Leaf Green, Parliament Funkadelic, Victor Wooten Band, Break Science, Pretty Lights Live Band, Kung Fu, Dopapod and more!
web: http://www.jamesbrowndanceparty.com
vid: https://www.facebook.com/jamesbrowndanceparty/videos/1003672973108443/
https://www.facebook.com/events/403371893596534/
Genre: Rock/Jam/Americana
Cover: $5 Suggested Donation @ Door
Show: 10PM
Ages: 21+
The Kind Thieves
Hailing from the heart of Appalachia, The Kind Thieves are a musical tour de force that is far greater than simply the sum of its parts. With members originating from all over the Southern West Virginia region, the Thieves pull influences from musical genres spanning from classic rock to funk to bluegrass, wrapped up in a jam-band bow that promises a 100% original and mind-blowing live experience every time they perform.
But jam-band isn’t even a box you can put the Thieves into, with heart-wrenching melodies, jaw-dropping harmonies, and songwriting capability far beyond their years, there is no way of knowing which direction they’ll go next, and no musical stone they’ll leave unturned.
The Kind Thieves debut record ‘Many A Thief’ was released in 2017 and continues to win new fans with it’s unforgettable hooks and sweet storytelling sensibilities.
web: http://www.thekindthieves.com/
vid: https://youtu.be/YXYVk6b3f6k
https://www.facebook.com/events/584378612051446/
Shake what yo momma gave ya, every Saturday 11pm-2am. Dance Party. No cover. Do it.
https://www.facebook.com/events/341354513259016/?event_time_id=341354603259007
Join us for 60 miles and 10,500’ of climbing at the 20th annual ORAMM! From Old Fort, climb up to the Blue Ridge Parkway and just below Mt. Mitchell on beautiful Forest Service roads and unbelievable North Carolina single track. There are fully stocked rest stops approximately every 10 miles and you can send anything you want to the rest areas with our staff.
Mt. Mitchell peaks at 6684 ft and is the highest mountain east of the Mississippi river. The start/finish in the town of Old Fort sits at around 1400 feet. Most of the climbing is on Forest Service roads while most of the single track points downhill!
Beer proudly provided by UpCountry Brewing Company!
REGISTER NOW: https://www.blueridgeadventures.net/oramm/race-4/
https://www.facebook.com/events/574487079659359/
Summer is all about outdoor fun, spending quality time together as a family and taking in the wonderful sights of nature. Submit your photos of your family hiking, sunlight making its way through the trees or of the fantastic views that make Chimney Rock so special. We’ll use the winning entries on our website and Facebook album, and you’ll win some fun prizes. Photos must be taken within the Chimney Rock section of the Park.
Cost: No cost to enter contest.
https://www.facebook.com/events/540542089755630/?event_time_id=540542213088951
Shawna Lewis, Licensed Dressage Naturally Instructor, will join us for a two day clinic.
https://www.facebook.com/events/326726781279761/
There’s more than Chunky Monkey and New York Super Fudge Chunk in downtown Asheville’s Ben & Jerry’s this summer.
Art created by Vance Elementary School fifth grade students of art educator Robbie Lipe is now on display on the brick walls opposite the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. The exhibit depicts the students’ interpretation of the artist Kehinde Wiley and the contemporary portraits he creates inspired by traditional Baroque paintings. It will be featured through the end of the summer.
“Ben & Jerry’s is excited about showcasing art from the community inside our scoop shop,” said general manager Chris Carter. “Making use of our walls to show what local artists are creating complements our social mission — to be actively involved in the places we live and do business. I hope this is the first of many art exhibits on our walls.”
Carter gave all the credit for the exhibit to Ms. Lipe, who teaches kindergarten through 5th-grade students at Vance Elementary. She was named the North Carolina Arts Educators Association “Art Educator of the Year” in 2017-2018.
Ben & Jerry’s is located at 19 Haywood Street. Current hours are Monday-Thursday 12 pm to 10 pm; Friday 12 pm – 11 pm; Saturday 11:30 am – 11 pm; Sunday 11:30 am – 10 pm.
For more information, call Carter at 310-601-6247.
Goblet Making for Everyone Instructor: Jonathan Michael Davis. (1 hour break for lunch) Ages 13+ Learn to blow, shape, and create wine glasses using a torch and borosilicate glass. In this weekend class we cover a variety of techniques depending on your skill level and interest. Students will learn how to safely operate different types of glass working equipment and use a variety of tools to manipulate molten glass and create components to assemble into goblets. This workshop is useful for all skill levels and concentrates on developing skills in basic flameworking while providing a solid technical groundwork for future development. No experience is required
IBMR Series Coming in July!
Four Sundays in July
11 am
Studio Zahiya, 90 N. Lexington Ave. 2nd floor
(Across the street from Heiwa Restaurant)
Class description:
Image-based Movement Research is a one-hour imagery-guided improvisation experience inviting personal inquiry into movement potential and pleasure. The facilitated layering of images leads participants into explorations beyond habitual improvisational solutions shifting from macro to micro awareness of patterns and possibilities. Pleasure in sensation comes from the continuous discoveries of the internal origins of movement. $5-$10 suggested single class. Each week our focus will be slightly different but the classes are not sequential. Come to one or all as your schedule allows. Please share with friends.
I have developed my practice of IBMR based on my experiences with Gaga workshops I’ve attended since 2015, and now add to my practice the research on Enacting Perception that led to my Ph.D. in Expressive Arts. I’m looking forward to sharing with you.
For more information please email [email protected] or call 828-691-0988
https://www.facebook.com/events/1608806789250785/?event_time_id=1608806799250784
Take time from your busy life to care for yourself every Sunday at 11 am. Here is an opportunity to start your morning off the right way. A one hour session includes stretching, breathing, and the relaxation you need. A pint of beer will be waiting for you when you are done.
The only things you need area mat and yourself!
https://www.facebook.com/events/711687645894536/?event_time_id=712324005830900
Join us for gentle yoga every Sunday in the Parlor! Start your afternoon off with a centering, donation-based session with one of our two lovely instructors who will help you tune-in to your body, focus on your breath, and generally have a great time!
https://www.facebook.com/events/430821830824631/?event_time_id=430821917491289
Join us Saturday & Sunday on the Beach for our weekend beachside cookouts starting at 11:00am.
Beachside Cookout Menu:
All come with a side of Miss Vickie’s chips.
• ¼ Pound Hot Dog $5
• Cheeseburger $10
• BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich $10
• Marinated Chicken Thigh Sandwich $10
• Street Corn $3 (Grilled corn with elote mayo and cheese.)
Drinks:
• Cocktails $7
• Wine $5.50
• Beer $3.50 (domestic) $4.50 (import)
• Water $2
• Soda $3
ID required to purchase alcohol. Pricing does not include tax.
https://www.facebook.com/events/248762272711802/?event_time_id=248762339378462
Need something exciting to start your morning off right! Yoga! Yoga is now the fourth Sunday of the month, starting at 11 am. The session is $10 which includes a pint. Please bring a yoga mat.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2121162047948220/?event_time_id=2166872396710518
It’s a pick your project party, y’all! Join us at BOLD ROCK for this fun, porch decor/paint pour event! Each painter will take home his or her own, unique decoration.
PLANK OPTION ($50):
Each painter receives one wood (5 ft. tall) plank, paint, vinyl lettering, bow materials & step by step instruction.
POUR OPTION ($35):
This social, art-making workshop is an addictive BLAST! Join us for a super-fun class, where the end result is highly unpredictable & always a delightful surprise. Choose your colors and go with the flow!
In this messy, experimental class, we’ll explore the fun and very addictive technique of “dirty cup pours” onto a 9×12 canvas. The process is mesmerizing and the results are beautiful. No two canvases will be alike. Choose your colors at the event to fit your decor.
You must register & pay your invoice to secure a spot at this event. To register, email [email protected] with the number of painters you’d like to pay for. You’ll then receive an invoice via email to pay to secure your reservation.
Cheers!
Jess
https://www.facebook.com/events/319737855628146/
LET’S BUILD THIS COMMUNITY!
Please join us every last Sunday of the month for our Local BARK Market, hosted by our friends at pleb Urban Winery. We will be featuring an array of locally made goods, rotating food trucks, delicious wine, donation based training booth, and of course some adoptable PUPS! A percentage of the proceeds will go directly towards helping the animals in our care.
We are still accepting new Vendors, so if you are interested in posting up, spending the day with like minded community, and are hoping to support our Woof Meow Rescue mission please reach out to [email protected]. More details on participating vendors coming soon.
We are looking forward to spending the day with you!
https://www.facebook.com/events/385303688727104/?event_time_id=385303698727103
Celebrate all things local with us every Sunday in the Meadow at our Local Sunday extravaganza. We’ll have local craft vendors and farmers setting up shop for your perusal while Chalwa (2-5pm) lays down the soundtrack for the day.
Plus, there will be yard games and ice cream for the youngin’s and plenty of craft beer for those that are a bit older.
Please keep in mind that the vendors and bounce house are weather-dependent, so fingers crossed for nice weather!!!
Bounce Houses Will Be Onsite:
August 11th
August 25th
Sep.8th
September 22nd
https://www.facebook.com/events/1186018254926618/?event_time_id=1186018294926614
Our Vintner’s Table Food Truck is here for the season! Buy salads, cheese boards, BRAND NEW lobster rolls and more to enjoy with Burntshirt Vineyards wine!
Saturday Hours: 12pm to 6pm
Sunday Hours: 12pm to 5pm
https://www.facebook.com/events/430291697703807/?event_time_id=430291721037138
Pack is celebrating 100 years of being a FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY!
Join other bibliophiles at The Whale: A Craft Beer Collective to celebrate! They’ll be hosting the celebration and tapping craft beers/kombucha from local brewers inspired by the books they love. Wedge Brewery, Catawba Brewing Company, Dssolvr, and Buchi Kombucha will be on draft. The Underground Café with DoughP Doughnuts will be slinging literature inspired donuts as well.
Librarian Outreach will be there in case you need a library card or book recommendation.
Join us in the celebration! Dressing as your favorite literary character or author is welcome. Prize awarded to the best costume, voted by a panel of judges.
The Whale is located in West Asheville.
507 Haywood Rd #10, Asheville, NC 28806
https://www.facebook.com/events/655282031654470/
Wilma Dykeman Legacy FLoat
Paddle down the river in canoes, kayaks, and dories as we discuss the history of our organization and current activities. Participation limited to 20 persons. Contact Eric Bradford at 828-232-7144 or [email protected] for more information.