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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Sunday, August 6, 2023
Women, Wine + Wellness Weekend
Aug 6 all-day
Stone Ashe Vineyards

Women, Wine & Wellness Weekend will feature something for every wine lover, with proceeds benefiting our Women Helping Women initiative. For 26 years, Women Helping Women has provided financial assistance to women facing a cancer diagnosis. Funds help cover the costs of mammograms, lab tests, scans and other cancer-related care.

Wine & Wellness Weekend at Stone Ashe

We are excited to partner with Stone Ashe Vineyards in Hendersonville, NC for a weekend of wine and wellness-related events to raise important funds for our Women Helping Women (WHW) initiative at the Pardee Hospital Foundation. Founded 26 years ago, WHW provides supplementary support for women who require necessary medical treatment for the prevention and treatment of cancer but cannot shoulder the costs.

Support from each event throughout the course of the Wine & Wellness Weekend will provide ease to women right here in our community, and we hope you will join us!

 

Saturday, August 5th

10:30-11:30 am Wine Hike with Hudson,
vineyard manager for Stone Ashe : $35.00

Limited to 20 attendees, advance registration required. Please wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes.Includes a glass of award-winning Sauvignon Blanc.

Sunday, August 6th

10 am Barre Class with Pure Barre Asheville.
$10.00

Please bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing

All Weekend Long

$1 from every bottle sold will be donated to WHW

Event t-shirt sales, with 100% of proceeds going to WHW

Live music from local artists from 2-5 pm both days!

funds.

Monday, August 7, 2023
Flat Rock Playhouse Annual Fundraiser w/ Nat Zegree
Aug 7 all-day
Flat Rock Playhouse

You know Nat from his appearances in Amadeus, Million Dollar Quartet, and the hit Mozart to Pop Chart series at Flat Rock Playhouse.

Well now you’re invited to an exclusive, one-night-only concert with the incomparable Nat Zegree and all the fun-loving antics you’ve come to expect!

Join us on Monday, August 7th at Kenmure Country Club for a night you’re sure to never forget!

To reserve a seat visit flatrockplayhouse.org/fundraiser or call our Development Office at (828) 693-0403 ext. 230

Saturday, August 12, 2023
Friends of the Black Mountain Library Book Sale
Aug 12 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Black Mountain Library

Looking for some great books to add to your to-be-read shelf? How about doing some early holiday shopping? The Friends of the Black Mountain Library has you covered! Spend the day in beautiful Black Mountain and visit the Friends of the Library Book Sale in the Black Mountain Library Community Room (105 N. Dougherty St., Black Mountain, NC 28711) from 10-1 on Saturday, August 12. We have a great selection of adult, large print, young adult and children’s books, puzzles, DVDs and much more. And our prices are unbeatable! A bag of adult books of your choice is $5.00, while children’s books are 2 for $1.00. If you’re a member of the Friends of the Black Mountain Library you can enjoy early bird shopping at 9:30.

Can’t make it to the Book Sale on August 12? The Friends of the Library operates an in-library permanent store open during regular library hours. You can also shop online for special finds, antique, collectible, and vintage books at our two Etsy shops:

Black Mountain Reads (https://www.etsy.com/shop/BlackMountainReads?ref=shop_sugg)

FOL Black Mountain
(https://www.etsy.com/shop/FOLBlackMountain?ref=shop_sugg)

Kids Yoga with Ms. Brandon – Mermaid Yoga!
Aug 12 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Weaverville Public Library

Join as at the Weaverville Library for Mermaid Yoga with Ms. Brandon! This program is designed for children ages 4+. Space is limited. Registration is required. Please stop by the Weaverville Library or call (828) 250-6482 to reserve your space!

Yoga At Pisgah
Aug 12 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Pisgah Brewing Company

Join Black Mountain Yoga and Pisgah Brewing for our outdoor yoga series benefiting Bounty & Soul!

A portion of the proceeds are donated to Bounty & Soul, a community based non-profit organization that provides access to fresh produce and wellness education for everyone. Registration is made through Black Mountain Yoga.

Series Dates: June 10th, July 8th, and August 12th. 3:00-4:00PM

Yoga @ Pisgah Brewing is $15 per person.

This class is outdoors and for all levels of Yogi’s. Bring a mat and any other props you’d like to use. A few mats will be provided if you don’t have one! After class we hope you will enjoy a refreshing beer at our outdoor taproom! Gluten Free and NA options available.

*Please park in the field for the Outdoor Bar and Stage area*

Sunday, August 13, 2023
“Empty Bowls” Benefitting Flat Rock Backpack Program
Aug 13 @ 12:30 pm
Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness

Local pottery artists are firing their kilns for the sixth year to help
hungry children in the greater Flat Rock area.  On Sunday, August 13, 2023, “Empty Bowls,”
a community meal benefiting the Flat Rock Backpack Program, will take place inside the
Parish Hall at the Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness, 1905 Greenville Highway.

Advance tickets are recommended for the two seatings: 12:30pm-2:00pm and 5:00pm-
6:30pm. Each ticket includes one hand-crafted bowl (all donated by area potters) and a soup-
based meal (a variety of soups, breads and desserts). For those wishing to eat at home, take-
away is an available option.
Tickets are $25 per person or $50 for a family of two adults and children under 12. They are
available at St. John in the Wilderness Parish House Office, from Backpack team members or
at the door on the day of the event. For more information, call 828-693-9783. Credit cards are
accepted; checks should be made out to SJIW, noting Empty Bowls.
Please join us for this fun community event. Donations are gratefully accepted throughout the
year.  The Flat Rock Backpack Program has 501c-3 status. 100% of the money collected goes
to feeding the children.

Empty Bowls fundraiser
Aug 13 @ 12:30 pm
Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness

Empty Bowls fundraiser: Seatings at 12:30 and 5 p.m., Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness, 1905 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock. Ticket includes hand crafted bowl and soup based meal. $25, $50 for family of 2 adults and children under 12.Fundraiser for Flat Rock Backpack Program.

Saturday, August 19, 2023
Yoga Nidra
Aug 19 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Asheville Salt Cave
We invite you to join Reiki Master Teacher and Yoga Nidra Facilitator, Kate Wargo of Woven Light LLC in a soothing Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep) practice guiding you into the “in between”; that space between being awake and being asleep. Within this space, a dream will be induced taking you into a state of consciousness that can bring about immense healing in your conscious, subconscious, and unconscious mind. The cave will transform into a “Nidra Nest” with zero gravity chairs, blankets, and bolsters to fully support you, whether sitting or lying down, for the entire experience. Release stuck emotions, rest, and rejuvenate!
Friday, August 25, 2023
Free Yoga at Rabbit Rabbit w/ Asheville Wellness Tours
Aug 25 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Rabbit Rabbit

Come join us most Friday evenings,  5-6 for a happy hour yoga class at Rabbit Rabbit in downtown Asheville!

Don’t forget to bring your own mat!

?? Free Class- Tips Appreciated ??

The schedule is constantly changing, please follow Asheville Wellness Tours on instragram @ashevillewellnesstours for updates!

Pardee Hospital Foundation’s Casino Night
Aug 25 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Burntshirt Vineyards

Mark your calendar for Pardee Hospital Foundation’s first-ever Casino Night,

featuring casino games with live dealers, musical entertainment, delicious food

and locally sourced beer and wine on August 25 at Burntshirt Vineyards. Proceeds from this special event will support UNC Health Pardee’s growing cardiology program.

A limited number of tickets will be available. Don’t miss the fun! Buy your ticket today.

You or your business can also become part of the action by sponsoring one of our game tables or food and beverage tables, or by serving as our prestigious “High Roller” presenting sponsor! Benefits are numerous and include recognition on the Pardee Hospital Foundation website, in media leading up to the event, and in the event program.

Yoga with a View
Aug 25 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park
Cost: Includes Park admission: $35 Adult, $25 Annual Passholder. Advance registration required.

Enjoy the quiet of the Park after the gates have closed at this outdoor class led by Namaste in Nature. Enjoy a practice suitable for all levels of expertise as you overlook Lake Lure and Hickory Nut Gorge. You won’t find a view like this in any studio!

Saturday, August 26, 2023
Friends of the Black Mountain Library Vintage and Antique Book Sale
Aug 26 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Monte Vista Hotel

Join us at the historic Monte Vista Hotel in Black Mountain, NC on Saturday, August 26, as the Friends of the Black Mountain Library embarks on a new adventure. We will be participating as a vendor at the Swannanoa Valley Museum Antique Sale! The sale is the first of its kind for our Museum and we are proud to be a part of it. We will be selling vintage and antique books that have been donated to the FOL over the last few years, including vintage multi-volume sets like The Wit and Humor of America, a 10-volume set from 1890. Many first edition books will be offered, some signed by the author, and some hard to find books, like the 1968 paperback Save Me the Waltz by Zelda Fitzgerald. There are also yearbooks from Spartanburg colleges from the early 1930s. Everything is individually priced with several books priced at just $10.00. Mark your calendar to join us from 10 am -7 pm, Saturday, August 26.

Sunday, August 27, 2023
Big Barn Market + Yoga
Aug 27 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Hickory Nut Gap Farm

Barn Yoga with Breeze!

Back by popular demand, it’s BARN YOGA! We’re hosting the yogis of Breeze Yoga Space every last Sunday of the month, June through October, letting out just in time to enjoy our new Big Barn Market full of local farmers, food makers, crafters and artists…

Embraced by the mountains, the breeze through the trees, the rooted sensation that our farm’s land brings at every visit. Barn Yoga is just a special experience, and we’re so glad to have it back. You may be joined by one of our Farm Interns, a Butcher or Store Staff, so keep an eye out for familiar faces!

YOGA TACO MOSA
Aug 27 @ 10:30 am
The Grey Eagle
-ALL AGES
-FREE / DONATION-BASED
Come join us while we honor one another in practice lead by the ever so lovely, Clare Desmelik. Bring your mat, a water bottle and an open heart.
After Class: The Taqueria will be open for tacos and the bar will be open for drinks. 😉
Yoga in The Solarium
Aug 27 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Restoration Asheville

Flow with us at our Rooftop Yoga Series hosted by Asheville Community Yoga! This powerful Vinyasa flow is perfect for yogis of every experience level. Bring your water bottle and your mat to The Solarium on the 6th Floor of The Restoration Hotel and get ready to feel restored.

Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Tiny Tots Yoga
Sep 6 @ 11:00 am – 11:45 am
Swannanoa Library

A fun combination of movement, songs and stories along with yoga poses and learning breath techniques–good for everyone! This program will be held outside when weather permits; bring your own mat for outside classes!

Rooftop Yoga at The Restoration
Sep 6 @ 7:45 pm – 8:45 pm
The Restoration Asheville

Flow with us at our Rooftop Yoga Series hosted by Asheville Community Yoga! This powerful Vinyasa flow is perfect for yogis of every experience level. Bring your water bottle and your mat to The Solarium on the 6th Floor of The Restoration Hotel and get ready to feel restored.

Thursday, September 7, 2023
Hops for Hunger w/ 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing
Sep 7 all-day
12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing

This month, you can make a difference for someone needing food by enjoying a local beer! Our friends at 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing are designating one of their delicious beers as their Pint with Purpose, where every beer sold in September helps provide FOUR MEALS we can get to our neighbors right now!

12 Bones Brewing will be donating $1 of every pint of Coastal Grandmother Kölsch, and Appalachian Mountain Brewery is donating $1 for every pint of their Spoaty Oaty Pale Ale!

Thank you to these Hops for Hunger brewery partners for taking action in September to help feed WNC families!

 

12 Bones Brewing   5 Foundy St Ste 10, Asheville, NC 28801

Appalachian Mountain Brewing 46 N Mills River Rd, Mills River, Nc 28759

Yoga at the Library
Sep 7 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Fairview Library

 

Join us for a fall yoga series at the library!

This is an all-levels, community-oriented yoga class – accessible to all with modifications to make things easier for those who need and options to make things more challenging for those who wish.

Courtney Jarrell has 11 years of experience teaching yoga. She has certifications in Hatha Yoga and Prenatal Yoga, as well as a certification as an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach.

This class will be offered on the 1st Thursday of the month from 4:30-5:30.

No registration is required, but participants should bring a mat. There will be a very limited number of yoga mats available for those who need one.

 

Friday, September 8, 2023
Hops for Hunger w/ 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing
Sep 8 all-day
12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing

This month, you can make a difference for someone needing food by enjoying a local beer! Our friends at 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing are designating one of their delicious beers as their Pint with Purpose, where every beer sold in September helps provide FOUR MEALS we can get to our neighbors right now!

12 Bones Brewing will be donating $1 of every pint of Coastal Grandmother Kölsch, and Appalachian Mountain Brewery is donating $1 for every pint of their Spoaty Oaty Pale Ale!

Thank you to these Hops for Hunger brewery partners for taking action in September to help feed WNC families!

 

12 Bones Brewing   5 Foundy St Ste 10, Asheville, NC 28801

Appalachian Mountain Brewing 46 N Mills River Rd, Mills River, Nc 28759

Free Yoga at Rabbit Rabbit w/ Asheville Wellness Tours
Sep 8 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Rabbit Rabbit

Come join us most Friday evenings,  5-6 for a happy hour yoga class at Rabbit Rabbit in downtown Asheville!

Don’t forget to bring your own mat!

?? Free Class- Tips Appreciated ??

The schedule is constantly changing, please follow Asheville Wellness Tours on instragram @ashevillewellnesstours for updates!

Saturday, September 9, 2023
Hops for Hunger w/ 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing
Sep 9 all-day
12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing

This month, you can make a difference for someone needing food by enjoying a local beer! Our friends at 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing are designating one of their delicious beers as their Pint with Purpose, where every beer sold in September helps provide FOUR MEALS we can get to our neighbors right now!

12 Bones Brewing will be donating $1 of every pint of Coastal Grandmother Kölsch, and Appalachian Mountain Brewery is donating $1 for every pint of their Spoaty Oaty Pale Ale!

Thank you to these Hops for Hunger brewery partners for taking action in September to help feed WNC families!

 

12 Bones Brewing   5 Foundy St Ste 10, Asheville, NC 28801

Appalachian Mountain Brewing 46 N Mills River Rd, Mills River, Nc 28759

Sunday, September 10, 2023
Hops for Hunger w/ 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing
Sep 10 all-day
12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing

This month, you can make a difference for someone needing food by enjoying a local beer! Our friends at 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing are designating one of their delicious beers as their Pint with Purpose, where every beer sold in September helps provide FOUR MEALS we can get to our neighbors right now!

12 Bones Brewing will be donating $1 of every pint of Coastal Grandmother Kölsch, and Appalachian Mountain Brewery is donating $1 for every pint of their Spoaty Oaty Pale Ale!

Thank you to these Hops for Hunger brewery partners for taking action in September to help feed WNC families!

 

12 Bones Brewing   5 Foundy St Ste 10, Asheville, NC 28801

Appalachian Mountain Brewing 46 N Mills River Rd, Mills River, Nc 28759

Monday, September 11, 2023
Hops for Hunger w/ 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing
Sep 11 all-day
12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing

This month, you can make a difference for someone needing food by enjoying a local beer! Our friends at 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing are designating one of their delicious beers as their Pint with Purpose, where every beer sold in September helps provide FOUR MEALS we can get to our neighbors right now!

12 Bones Brewing will be donating $1 of every pint of Coastal Grandmother Kölsch, and Appalachian Mountain Brewery is donating $1 for every pint of their Spoaty Oaty Pale Ale!

Thank you to these Hops for Hunger brewery partners for taking action in September to help feed WNC families!

 

12 Bones Brewing   5 Foundy St Ste 10, Asheville, NC 28801

Appalachian Mountain Brewing 46 N Mills River Rd, Mills River, Nc 28759

MANNA’s EMPTY BOWLS fundraiser
Sep 11 @ 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Asheville-Biltmore

Tickets on Sale Monday Sept 11 at NOON

Today in Western North Carolina, more than 155,000 people are facing an empty bowl every month. But you can help fill those bowls and become part of a collective effort to end hunger in WNC at MANNA FoodBank’s 22nd Annual Empty Bowls event!   

A fusion of creativity and compassion, Empty Bowls serves as a poignant reminder that, while art has the power to uplift and inspire, it can also serve as a platform for raising awareness about the very real problem of hunger across our mountains. Guests select a bowl handmade by local artisans and take with them a seasonal meal of delicious soups, breads, and dessert. The souvenir bowl that guests take home reminds them of the many WNC neighbors that are currently struggling to afford groceries.

Almost every part of the event is donated, including the event space, food, and local pottery and art. This allows MANNA to use event proceeds for our critical food distribution programs, which are currently reaching 155,000 food insecure neighbors every month across our 16-county service area, including the Qualla Boundary. Every dollar raised can help provide food for 4 meals. Since 2002, the collective generosity of our Empty Bowls guests, potters, sponsors, culinary partners, and everyone who has ever had a hand in the event, has allowed MANNA to provide the equivalent of 3.6 MILLION MEALS across Western North Carolina.

COLLECTOR’S CORNER

In addition to the souvenir soup bowls that ticket holders select, guests may purchase special works of high-end craft and art at the Collector’s Corner. Collector’s Corner items are both functional and gallery-quality pieces selected by the artists. 100% of the proceeds from Collector’s Corner sales go directly to supporting MANNA’s mission of ending hunger in WNC. The public is invited to shop the Collector’s Corner, even if they are not able to attend the Empty Bowls event.

TICKETS

MANNA hosts its annual Empty Bowls event in a walk-through format. Guests choose a one-hour time window that best suits their schedule, then arrive at the DoubleTree during that time window to select their bowl, choose their soups, and pick up bread + dessert. Guests can choose a one-hour time window any time between 10 AM and 6 PM, and can arrive any time during their chosen one-hour window. Both limited seating for those who would like to enjoy their meal in person AND limited curbside service for those who wish to remain in their cars are available.

Adult Ticket: $45 (includes your choice of one souvenir pottery bowl handmade by a local artist, your choice of three soups/stews/chowders packaged to go, and bread + dessert packaged to go)

Kids Package: $10 (includes one souvenir kid’s bowl handmade by a local artist and other pint-sized goodies)

Fur Kids Package: $30 (guests choose a dog or cat package; includes one souvenir pottery pet bowl handmade by a local artist, yummy treats for your furry friend, and other fun surprises)

Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Hops for Hunger w/ 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing
Sep 12 all-day
12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing

This month, you can make a difference for someone needing food by enjoying a local beer! Our friends at 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing are designating one of their delicious beers as their Pint with Purpose, where every beer sold in September helps provide FOUR MEALS we can get to our neighbors right now!

12 Bones Brewing will be donating $1 of every pint of Coastal Grandmother Kölsch, and Appalachian Mountain Brewery is donating $1 for every pint of their Spoaty Oaty Pale Ale!

Thank you to these Hops for Hunger brewery partners for taking action in September to help feed WNC families!

 

12 Bones Brewing   5 Foundy St Ste 10, Asheville, NC 28801

Appalachian Mountain Brewing 46 N Mills River Rd, Mills River, Nc 28759

Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Hops for Hunger w/ 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing
Sep 13 all-day
12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing

This month, you can make a difference for someone needing food by enjoying a local beer! Our friends at 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing are designating one of their delicious beers as their Pint with Purpose, where every beer sold in September helps provide FOUR MEALS we can get to our neighbors right now!

12 Bones Brewing will be donating $1 of every pint of Coastal Grandmother Kölsch, and Appalachian Mountain Brewery is donating $1 for every pint of their Spoaty Oaty Pale Ale!

Thank you to these Hops for Hunger brewery partners for taking action in September to help feed WNC families!

 

12 Bones Brewing   5 Foundy St Ste 10, Asheville, NC 28801

Appalachian Mountain Brewing 46 N Mills River Rd, Mills River, Nc 28759

Thursday, September 14, 2023
Hops for Hunger w/ 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing
Sep 14 all-day
12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing

This month, you can make a difference for someone needing food by enjoying a local beer! Our friends at 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing are designating one of their delicious beers as their Pint with Purpose, where every beer sold in September helps provide FOUR MEALS we can get to our neighbors right now!

12 Bones Brewing will be donating $1 of every pint of Coastal Grandmother Kölsch, and Appalachian Mountain Brewery is donating $1 for every pint of their Spoaty Oaty Pale Ale!

Thank you to these Hops for Hunger brewery partners for taking action in September to help feed WNC families!

 

12 Bones Brewing   5 Foundy St Ste 10, Asheville, NC 28801

Appalachian Mountain Brewing 46 N Mills River Rd, Mills River, Nc 28759

Pottery Art Show
Sep 14 @ 4:30 pm
Madison Health and Rehabilitation
It’s time for our Annual Pottery Art Show! 🎉
Come buy your favorite piece of pottery made by residents. Proceeds will go to our activity department. 👏
Refreshments will be provided.
Friday, September 15, 2023
Hops for Hunger w/ 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing
Sep 15 all-day
12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing

This month, you can make a difference for someone needing food by enjoying a local beer! Our friends at 12 Bones Brewing and Appalachian Mountain Brewing are designating one of their delicious beers as their Pint with Purpose, where every beer sold in September helps provide FOUR MEALS we can get to our neighbors right now!

12 Bones Brewing will be donating $1 of every pint of Coastal Grandmother Kölsch, and Appalachian Mountain Brewery is donating $1 for every pint of their Spoaty Oaty Pale Ale!

Thank you to these Hops for Hunger brewery partners for taking action in September to help feed WNC families!

 

12 Bones Brewing   5 Foundy St Ste 10, Asheville, NC 28801

Appalachian Mountain Brewing 46 N Mills River Rd, Mills River, Nc 28759