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, June 21, 2023
Trivia Night
Jun 21 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Every Wednesday

Trivia Night

Trivia Night at Hickory Tavern
Jun 21 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Trivia Night at Hickory Tavern

Saturday, June 24, 2023
MOONIEFEST
Jun 24 @ 2:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Old Orchard Tavern at the Cascades

Please join us for MoonieFest! There will be Live Music & a Karaoke Contest by Thunderstruck Entertainment. Live music includes Misdemeanor, Jeremy Whiteside and Joe Roads. This is a free event that also includes a raffle and cornhole. There will be a food truck, ice cream and drinks available on the premises at cost. MoonieFest is a fundraising event to benefit Stage 4 No More: Search for a Cure. Help Jennifer in her fight to find healing from stage 4 cancer. Donations appreciated.Want to know why it is called “MoonieFest”? Well, come join us and find out. Thank you.
Other ways to help:
https://gofund.me/57aec302
https://givesendgo.com/G9QUV?utm_source=sharelink&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campai

Wednesday, June 28, 2023
36th annual Operation Blood Drive
Jun 28 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ferguson Family YMCA Inside Multipurpose Room 31

The American Red Cross, WLOS News 13, and iHeart Radio urge donors of all blood types to come out to the 36th annual Operation Blood Drive

Right now, there is a great need for donations to address a recent drop in appointments that could lead to fewer transfusions for patients in the weeks ahead. Type O blood donors are especially needed to ensure a strong blood supply. Individuals of all blood types are urged to schedule an appointment now to give blood. Appointments can be made by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org and using ‘OBD2023’ sponsor code, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

Trivia Night
Jun 28 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Every Wednesday

Trivia Night

Trivia Night at Hickory Tavern
Jun 28 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Trivia Night at Hickory Tavern

Thursday, June 29, 2023
36th annual Operation Blood Drive
Jun 29 @ 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Westbridge

The American Red Cross, WLOS News 13, and iHeart Radio urge donors of all blood types to come out to the 36th annual Operation Blood Drive

Right now, there is a great need for donations to address a recent drop in appointments that could lead to fewer transfusions for patients in the weeks ahead. Type O blood donors are especially needed to ensure a strong blood supply. Individuals of all blood types are urged to schedule an appointment now to give blood. Appointments can be made by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org and using ‘OBD2023’ sponsor code, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

36th annual Operation Blood Drive
Jun 29 @ 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
Trinity Baptist Church Gymnasium

The American Red Cross, WLOS News 13, and iHeart Radio urge donors of all blood types to come out to the 36th annual Operation Blood Drive

Right now, there is a great need for donations to address a recent drop in appointments that could lead to fewer transfusions for patients in the weeks ahead. Type O blood donors are especially needed to ensure a strong blood supply. Individuals of all blood types are urged to schedule an appointment now to give blood. Appointments can be made by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org and using ‘OBD2023’ sponsor code, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

36th annual Operation Blood Drive
Jun 29 @ 1:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Reuter Family YMCA Gym

The American Red Cross, WLOS News 13, and iHeart Radio urge donors of all blood types to come out to the 36th annual Operation Blood Drive

Right now, there is a great need for donations to address a recent drop in appointments that could lead to fewer transfusions for patients in the weeks ahead. Type O blood donors are especially needed to ensure a strong blood supply. Individuals of all blood types are urged to schedule an appointment now to give blood. Appointments can be made by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org and using ‘OBD2023’ sponsor code, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

36th annual Operation Blood Drive Henderson County
Jun 29 @ 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm
American Red Cross Henderson County Offices

The American Red Cross, WLOS News 13, and iHeart Radio urge donors of all blood types to come out to the 36th annual Operation Blood Drive

Right now, there is a great need for donations to address a recent drop in appointments that could lead to fewer transfusions for patients in the weeks ahead. Type O blood donors are especially needed to ensure a strong blood supply. Individuals of all blood types are urged to schedule an appointment now to give blood. Appointments can be made by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org and using ‘OBD2023’ sponsor code, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

‘The Office’ Trivia Night on the Pubcycle
Jun 29 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
the Pubcycle

Now Celebrating:  Experience our favorite TV show and tons of pedaling fun around town on our once a week Thursday night The Office themed trivia tour.  For anyone who likes the show and getting out for a night on the town with friends or completely fun strangers.

Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Trivia Night
Jul 5 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Every Wednesday

Trivia Night

Trivia Night at Hickory Tavern
Jul 5 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Trivia Night at Hickory Tavern

Friday, July 7, 2023
Downtown Asheville Treasure Hunt – Walking Team Scavenger Hunt!
Jul 7 @ 6:00 pm
Asheville Art Museum

Guests will meet outside the Asheville Art Museum (2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC 28801) and then depart with their treasure map on a walking team scavenger hunt where they will use their minds and feet to follow clues, solve puzzles, and crack codes to find and unlock the treasure chest for a grand prize!

The hunt involves walking a distance of up to 2.0 miles in total and will take place rain or shine, so long as the weather does not become dangerous. The hunt typically takes about 60 minutes to complete.

Children under 10 years old are welcome to participate for free with the purchase of an Adult ticket.

Saturday, July 8, 2023
Downtown Asheville Treasure Hunt – Walking Team Scavenger Hunt!
Jul 8 @ 5:00 pm
Asheville Art Museum

Guests will meet outside the Asheville Art Museum (2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC 28801) and then depart with their treasure map on a walking team scavenger hunt where they will use their minds and feet to follow clues, solve puzzles, and crack codes to find and unlock the treasure chest for a grand prize!

The hunt involves walking a distance of up to 2.0 miles in total and will take place rain or shine, so long as the weather does not become dangerous. The hunt typically takes about 60 minutes to complete.

Children under 10 years old are welcome to participate for free with the purchase of an Adult ticket.

Tuesday, July 11, 2023
United Way School Supply Drive
Jul 11 all-day
online

Support Students And Families

There are three simple ways you can support local students to ensure they’re prepared to enter the classroom in August.

  1. Shop Online! Purchase supplies or a fully stocked backpack at Roonga for less than $32.
  2. Make a donation and we’ll shop for you:
    • Donate online (follow the prompts in the form below)
      • If making your donation from a mobile phone click HERE
    • Mail your check to:
      • United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County
        50 S. French Broad Avenue Ste. 100
        Asheville, NC 28801
        *Please write 2023 School Supply Drive in the memo.
    • Call our office with your credit card information, 828.239.1153
  3. Host your own virtual drive by creating a team on Roonga and encouraging your coworkers, friends, and family to get involved. Watch this short video tutorial on how to create your own drive.

*PLEASE NOTE: To ensure each student receives the same quality supplies, we are not accepting loose supplies.

Questions? Contact Audrey Blackburn, 828.239.1123.

 

Wednesday, July 12, 2023
United Way School Supply Drive
Jul 12 all-day
online

Support Students And Families

There are three simple ways you can support local students to ensure they’re prepared to enter the classroom in August.

  1. Shop Online! Purchase supplies or a fully stocked backpack at Roonga for less than $32.
  2. Make a donation and we’ll shop for you:
    • Donate online (follow the prompts in the form below)
      • If making your donation from a mobile phone click HERE
    • Mail your check to:
      • United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County
        50 S. French Broad Avenue Ste. 100
        Asheville, NC 28801
        *Please write 2023 School Supply Drive in the memo.
    • Call our office with your credit card information, 828.239.1153
  3. Host your own virtual drive by creating a team on Roonga and encouraging your coworkers, friends, and family to get involved. Watch this short video tutorial on how to create your own drive.

*PLEASE NOTE: To ensure each student receives the same quality supplies, we are not accepting loose supplies.

Questions? Contact Audrey Blackburn, 828.239.1123.

 

Trivia Night
Jul 12 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Every Wednesday

Trivia Night

Trivia Night at Hickory Tavern
Jul 12 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Trivia Night at Hickory Tavern

Thursday, July 13, 2023
United Way School Supply Drive
Jul 13 all-day
online

Support Students And Families

There are three simple ways you can support local students to ensure they’re prepared to enter the classroom in August.

  1. Shop Online! Purchase supplies or a fully stocked backpack at Roonga for less than $32.
  2. Make a donation and we’ll shop for you:
    • Donate online (follow the prompts in the form below)
      • If making your donation from a mobile phone click HERE
    • Mail your check to:
      • United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County
        50 S. French Broad Avenue Ste. 100
        Asheville, NC 28801
        *Please write 2023 School Supply Drive in the memo.
    • Call our office with your credit card information, 828.239.1153
  3. Host your own virtual drive by creating a team on Roonga and encouraging your coworkers, friends, and family to get involved. Watch this short video tutorial on how to create your own drive.

*PLEASE NOTE: To ensure each student receives the same quality supplies, we are not accepting loose supplies.

Questions? Contact Audrey Blackburn, 828.239.1123.

 

Friday, July 14, 2023
United Way School Supply Drive
Jul 14 all-day
online

Support Students And Families

There are three simple ways you can support local students to ensure they’re prepared to enter the classroom in August.

  1. Shop Online! Purchase supplies or a fully stocked backpack at Roonga for less than $32.
  2. Make a donation and we’ll shop for you:
    • Donate online (follow the prompts in the form below)
      • If making your donation from a mobile phone click HERE
    • Mail your check to:
      • United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County
        50 S. French Broad Avenue Ste. 100
        Asheville, NC 28801
        *Please write 2023 School Supply Drive in the memo.
    • Call our office with your credit card information, 828.239.1153
  3. Host your own virtual drive by creating a team on Roonga and encouraging your coworkers, friends, and family to get involved. Watch this short video tutorial on how to create your own drive.

*PLEASE NOTE: To ensure each student receives the same quality supplies, we are not accepting loose supplies.

Questions? Contact Audrey Blackburn, 828.239.1123.

 

American Red Cross Blood Drive
Jul 14 @ 11:30 am – 4:00 pm
American Red Cross Bus

Join us for the American Red Cross Blood Drive on Friday, July 14! The bloodmobile will be ready to welcome you from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Your donation can make a huge difference in someone’s life, providing hope and healing. Click here to schedule an appointment to be a hero by donating blood. Use sponsor code Biltmorepark or call 1-800-RedCross. Together, we can make a powerful impact!

Make a Power Red donation. Learn about giving more red blood cells.

Streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your appointment.

Saturday, July 15, 2023
United Way School Supply Drive
Jul 15 all-day
online

Support Students And Families

There are three simple ways you can support local students to ensure they’re prepared to enter the classroom in August.

  1. Shop Online! Purchase supplies or a fully stocked backpack at Roonga for less than $32.
  2. Make a donation and we’ll shop for you:
    • Donate online (follow the prompts in the form below)
      • If making your donation from a mobile phone click HERE
    • Mail your check to:
      • United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County
        50 S. French Broad Avenue Ste. 100
        Asheville, NC 28801
        *Please write 2023 School Supply Drive in the memo.
    • Call our office with your credit card information, 828.239.1153
  3. Host your own virtual drive by creating a team on Roonga and encouraging your coworkers, friends, and family to get involved. Watch this short video tutorial on how to create your own drive.

*PLEASE NOTE: To ensure each student receives the same quality supplies, we are not accepting loose supplies.

Questions? Contact Audrey Blackburn, 828.239.1123.

 

Sunday, July 16, 2023
United Way School Supply Drive
Jul 16 all-day
online

Support Students And Families

There are three simple ways you can support local students to ensure they’re prepared to enter the classroom in August.

  1. Shop Online! Purchase supplies or a fully stocked backpack at Roonga for less than $32.
  2. Make a donation and we’ll shop for you:
    • Donate online (follow the prompts in the form below)
      • If making your donation from a mobile phone click HERE
    • Mail your check to:
      • United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County
        50 S. French Broad Avenue Ste. 100
        Asheville, NC 28801
        *Please write 2023 School Supply Drive in the memo.
    • Call our office with your credit card information, 828.239.1153
  3. Host your own virtual drive by creating a team on Roonga and encouraging your coworkers, friends, and family to get involved. Watch this short video tutorial on how to create your own drive.

*PLEASE NOTE: To ensure each student receives the same quality supplies, we are not accepting loose supplies.

Questions? Contact Audrey Blackburn, 828.239.1123.

 

Monday, July 17, 2023
United Way School Supply Drive
Jul 17 all-day
online

Support Students And Families

There are three simple ways you can support local students to ensure they’re prepared to enter the classroom in August.

  1. Shop Online! Purchase supplies or a fully stocked backpack at Roonga for less than $32.
  2. Make a donation and we’ll shop for you:
    • Donate online (follow the prompts in the form below)
      • If making your donation from a mobile phone click HERE
    • Mail your check to:
      • United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County
        50 S. French Broad Avenue Ste. 100
        Asheville, NC 28801
        *Please write 2023 School Supply Drive in the memo.
    • Call our office with your credit card information, 828.239.1153
  3. Host your own virtual drive by creating a team on Roonga and encouraging your coworkers, friends, and family to get involved. Watch this short video tutorial on how to create your own drive.

*PLEASE NOTE: To ensure each student receives the same quality supplies, we are not accepting loose supplies.

Questions? Contact Audrey Blackburn, 828.239.1123.

 

Tuesday, July 18, 2023
United Way School Supply Drive
Jul 18 all-day
online

Support Students And Families

There are three simple ways you can support local students to ensure they’re prepared to enter the classroom in August.

  1. Shop Online! Purchase supplies or a fully stocked backpack at Roonga for less than $32.
  2. Make a donation and we’ll shop for you:
    • Donate online (follow the prompts in the form below)
      • If making your donation from a mobile phone click HERE
    • Mail your check to:
      • United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County
        50 S. French Broad Avenue Ste. 100
        Asheville, NC 28801
        *Please write 2023 School Supply Drive in the memo.
    • Call our office with your credit card information, 828.239.1153
  3. Host your own virtual drive by creating a team on Roonga and encouraging your coworkers, friends, and family to get involved. Watch this short video tutorial on how to create your own drive.

*PLEASE NOTE: To ensure each student receives the same quality supplies, we are not accepting loose supplies.

Questions? Contact Audrey Blackburn, 828.239.1123.

 

Wednesday, July 19, 2023
United Way School Supply Drive
Jul 19 all-day
online

Support Students And Families

There are three simple ways you can support local students to ensure they’re prepared to enter the classroom in August.

  1. Shop Online! Purchase supplies or a fully stocked backpack at Roonga for less than $32.
  2. Make a donation and we’ll shop for you:
    • Donate online (follow the prompts in the form below)
      • If making your donation from a mobile phone click HERE
    • Mail your check to:
      • United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County
        50 S. French Broad Avenue Ste. 100
        Asheville, NC 28801
        *Please write 2023 School Supply Drive in the memo.
    • Call our office with your credit card information, 828.239.1153
  3. Host your own virtual drive by creating a team on Roonga and encouraging your coworkers, friends, and family to get involved. Watch this short video tutorial on how to create your own drive.

*PLEASE NOTE: To ensure each student receives the same quality supplies, we are not accepting loose supplies.

Questions? Contact Audrey Blackburn, 828.239.1123.

 

Trivia Night
Jul 19 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Hickory Tavern

Every Wednesday

Trivia Night