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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Every Wednesday
Trivia Night
Trivia Night at Hickory Tavern
Please join the Chamber to celebrate the Grand Opening of Bear’s Smokehouse!
Bear’s Smokehouse was founded in 2013 by co-owners Cheryl Antoncic and Jamie “The Bear” McDonald. Jamie is a native of Kansas City, Missouri and the two dreamed of opening a restaurant to fill a void they both found in Cheryl’s home state of Connecticut for good BBQ.
In 2020, Bear’s began expansion into Asheville, North Carolina where it quickly grew to 2 locations. In addition to their restaurant and bar facilities, Bear’s offers full-service catering and food truck services, as well as in-house private events.
Bear’s Restaurant Group is proud to support members of the military and first responders, as well as several local and national non-profit organizations, and is honored to be the “Official BBQ of the UNC Asheville Bulldogs.”
Bear’s brick-and-mortar restaurant at 135 Coxe Avenue opened in October 2022, and features a casual-service restaurant and two full bars, as well as a massive, beautifully landscaped outdoor seating area. Bear’s offers live music every Saturday as well as numerous large-scale holiday celebrations throughout the year.
Join Bear’s Smokehouse and the Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the full opening of their brick-and-mortar location in South Slope. A selection of appetizers will be provided from Bear’s new signature catering menu and drink specials will be available for purchase at both bars!
Street and pay-lot parking is located throughout South Slope.
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.
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.
At Hopscotch, their mission is to transform rural health in America through advanced primary care for Medicare patients. To make this happen, they knew they were going to have to build something that did not already exist: a company built with purpose and mission, that leverages the strength of communities they seek to serve, combined with incredible skill and expertise around operations and technology to enable better things for patients, caregivers, clinicians, and communities.
Come join them for their Grand Opening of their Asheville clinic! Enjoy light refreshments, tour the clinic and meet their team all while learning more about the new level of primary care they are offering the Asheville community!
AVL Digital Nomads – set your Mojo FREE!
Mojo Coworking is hosting another coworking day just for us!
In the Mojo Social Hall, they’ll have a combination of individual desks and group work tables for up to 50 people. Grab a single desk by the window, or share a round table with friends for the day. Upstairs, phone booths will be available on a drop-in basis, and a conference room by reservation.
Snacks will be provided by…all of us! It’s the return of the snack potluck — if you’re up for it, bring something easy to share with the group.
Interested in Mojo membership? Join with the summer promo!
Summer Membership includes 10 Flex Work hours & 2 conference room credits for only $20.
Please make sure you’re able to attend if you RSVP — this will no doubt be a popular event.
NOTE: The coworking day ends at 4pm, but you’ll want to stick around for the Mojo Summer Social event afterward — learn more and register here.
These monthly events provide a chance to make valuable connections with other Chamber members and learn more about getting engaged in Chamber opportunities and the business community as a whole.
Feel free to bring a gift to be offered as a door prize towards the end of the evening. Bring your business cards for networking and a chance to win prizes!
This event is offered as a benefit for Chamber membership. We welcome you to come and check us out! Please contact Jessica Kanupp, our Member Development Specialist, at [email protected] if you’re considering a Chamber membership.
Lilac Health Asheville Birth and Wellnes Center has been thoughtfully designed to create a warm and welcoming environment for expecting families. Our center features state-of-the-art birthing suites, each with a private bathroom and comfortable furnishings. Our staff of experienced midwives and birth assistants will provide personalized care throughout the pregnancy, birth, and postpartum journey.
During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, we will celebrate the opening of this wonderful facility and welcome everyone to tour the center, to take a closer look at our beautiful birthing suites, learn about our services, and meet our team. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask any questions and enjoy light refreshments.
Whether you are expecting or simply interested in learning more about our Birth Center, all is welcome to join us for this special occasion. We are excited to share this new chapter with our community and look forward to seeing you there!
Chamber members impact the local business community by making an investment in Chamber membership. Whether you’re a new member, a long-time member with new staff, or a business who’s considering membership, we welcome you to attend our Chamber Orientation to learn how to get the most value from your membership investment.
Chamber President Kit Cramer will give an overview of the work the Chamber is doing every day to build our community, including how we support our thriving economy by growing jobs, advocating for a business-friendly environment and helping our members prosper. We’ll dive into member benefits and share ideas of how you can take advantage of the many opportunities available to you as a member. You’ll also have a chance to meet Chamber staff and learn how you can get more engaged.
Orientation is also a great chance to meet other Chamber members.
This event is free, but registration is requested in order to help us plan appropriately.
Every Wednesday
Trivia Night
Trivia Night at Hickory Tavern
Your Chance to Build Great Connections – You Don’t Want to Miss This Event!Business After Hours is the Chamber’s premier networking event and the best chance for your to make valuable connections to build your business – all while having a great time!With fantastic food and beverages compliments of our host sponsor, and the chance to win great door prizes – this event is the best combination of business and fun!There is no cost to attend but registration is required.July’s Business After Hours is Veteran’s Healing Farm!
Members of YPA are invited to this professional development session to hear an overview of the Asheville Metro Economy and the role of the Chamber’s Economic Development Coalition in driving sustained economic growth in Western North Carolina. The presentation and open Q&A will detail the organization, mission, strategies and impacts of economic development here in Asheville and Buncombe County.
Presenters: Keevon Baten, director of business recruitment and Clark Duncan, senior vice president for economic development
5:30-6:30 – Social Hour (snacks and beverages provided)
6:30-7:30 – PD Session
The Young Professionals of Asheville (YPA) provides outstanding professional leadership development opportunities through educational seminars, service opportunities and networking for Asheville professionals between the ages of 21 and 40. For more information or to join, please visit Young Professionals
In a collaborative and supportive environment, each attendee will have a chance in the hot seat where all the brainpower at the table is focused on solving your problem, issue, or question.
At our Roundtables, women entrepreneurs gather to deal with real issues. Let’s face it, entrepreneurship has its ups and downs, with very specific challenges. It’s so refreshing to brainstorm with others who get that.
Imagine being able to tap into the knowledge of women with a variety of skill sets, talents, and backgrounds! So whether you need a sounding board for your ideas or some advice on marketing, these sessions will help you tremendously.
Come join other women with vision and energy and let’s work on making your dream a success.
Tickets and more information available at plrconnectevents.com/event-tickets
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Join us for our July Pub Club at The Draftsman Bar + Lounge Asheville on July 25th at 5:30 PM. It’s the perfect opportunity to socialize, unwind, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of one of Asheville’s newest hotspots.
Pub Club is our monthly casual happy hour, designed to bring young professionals like yourself together in a relaxed and enjoyable setting and explore one of Asheville’s many bars and restaurants. As a special treat, your first drink on us! It’s our way of saying thank you for being part of AYPROS.
The Draftsman Bar + Lounge Asheville, located at The Restoration Hotel, provides the perfect backdrop for an evening of connection and camaraderie. They’ve got Golden Tee, Buck Hunter, Pinball Machines and Skee Ball! Whether you’re new to Asheville, a recent returnee, or a lifelong local, you’re sure to meet like-minded professionals and forge valuable relationships.
To keep your taste buds satisfied, The Draftsman kitchen will be serving up a delectable selection of food throughout the event, including vegetarian options. You won’t have to worry about going hungry while you mingle and make new friends! Menu is here
So mark your calendar and get ready for an evening filled with laughter, good times, and the opportunity to expand your friendships. We kindly ask that you RSVP, as it helps us ensure that their staff and kitchen are fully prepared to make this a memorable experience for everyone.
Upcoming Pub Clubs:
8/22 Pub Club: The Easy Tiki Bar
9/26 Pub Club: Mudpuppies Sports & Sushi Bar
New Member Onboarding:
Psst! Are you interested in joining AYPROS and taking your involvement to the next level? We invite you to attend our New Member Onboarding at 5:00 p.m., just before Pub Club begins. It’s a fantastic opportunity to learn more about our community, initiatives, crews and how we support our city by making it a better place for young professionals to live, work and play. It’s also the final step in completing your membership initiation. Be sure to RSVP to secure your spot!
Thanks for registering and we are looking forward to seeing you!
Note: Please drink responsibly 🚫🍻 and arrange for a safe and sober means of transportation. 🚗💨
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AYPROS is committed to providing accessible and inclusive programming for all members of our community. For questions about accessibility, requests for accommodations, or to inform about dietary restrictions, please contact [email protected] at least 48 hours in advance of the event.
Celebrate the women in your life with women-centric networking. Athena of Henderson County presents this unique and informal networking opportunity designed to inspire and connect women. No entrance fee – just bring your business cards and enjoy expanding your network!Join us this month at the Henderson County EMS Center with host, Kathy Morgan, 2021 Athena Recipient and first female Henderson County Rescue Squad Chief. Along with networking, we’ll have the chance to tour this facility and learn about the services and support the Henderson County Emergency Medical Services provides throughout our community!2023 Empower Hours are Presented by Beverly-Hanks & Associates – Ali Thomas.
Every Wednesday
Trivia Night
Trivia Night at Hickory Tavern
Employers today face many new, and newly enforced, workplace challenges. This presentation will help employers navigate the employment relationship.The Hiring Process – Stop Problems Before they BeginEmployee Handbooks – Stop Creating Unnecessary Headaches for YourselfAt-Will Employment – Stop Making It ComplicatedWage and Hour Basics – Stop Making Compliance MistakesOur speaker:Stephen Williamson, Attorney, The Van Winkle Law FirmStephen Williamson is a principal at The Van Winkle Law Firm where he specializes in assisting employers with employment issues and disputes before a multitude of regulatory agencies and in both state and federal court. He is known for helping employers resolve workplace conflicts and avoid litigation and for providing a vigorous defense when litigation occurs.
Trivia Night at Pleb hosted by Robert’s Totally Rad Trivia from 4 to 6pm. Questions on music, TV, movies, video games, food and more. Try some wine, test your knowledge, and dominate.
Little Bee Woods is a short term rental and micro event center located in the Bee Tree Community of Swannanoa. The cottage is two bed and two bath with a great room in the middle of the house. The event will take place in a tent and on our party platform, The Sweet Spot. We are the perfect spot for a vacation, meetings, reunions, or any other special event.
This will be a Grand Opening for Little Bee Woods. Guests can explore the property while having tasty snacks and beverages!








