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.

Thursday, August 31, 2023
Asheville Merchandise Guide
Aug 31 all-day
online

Asheville Merchandise Guide

All the wearable merch in Asheville in one place.

We love a souvenir T-shirt

So much so that we were inspired to create this guide, first published in May 2023. We’ll be updating it a few times a year, and we encourage you to check in with the businesses listed in the guide about availability. Often merch sells out quickly or is a limited edition. 

While these items aren’t strictly secondhand, we love supporting local businesses and know firsthand how lovely it is to hold on to a memory of a special place you visited on a trip. 

If you know of some merch we’re missing or have feedback or questions, fill out the form below to let us know! 

Saturday, September 2, 2023
‘4M’ Mountain Makers Mushrooms + Music Festival
Sep 2 all-day
Jackson Arts Market

(Sylva, NC September 2, 2023) Jackson Arts Market, JAM Glass Gallery & Jackson County Arts Council are proud to host the second annual 4M Festival. Attendance is free to this celebration of Blue Ridge mountain culture, art, and nature. The event features 11 hours of live music, 45 live art demonstrations & workshops, speakers & performances, food trucks, bar & restaurant, wild foods, 80+ local artists vending, and much more to discover. Admire the dazzling variety of the Sparkle Glass show, an exclusive exhibit curated inside the JAM Glass Gallery.

This educational event shares a wide array of first hand experiences, guaranteed to delight everyone. Interactive workshops range from paint classes to steel forging to “backyard tea” foraging. Educational lectures by local environmental activists will share ways to help save our planet and preserve mountain heritage. Artisans, modern and traditional, will be there to demonstrate their craft to the public.

In 2022, the 4M Festival was a smashing success, seeing attendance of over 3,000 guests and over 50 vendors and demonstrators. This year the event has expanded. “We aim for 4M to connect guests with opportunities to learn and participate with local organizations, arts, nature, and continue being engaged.” Says Event Organizer Joshua Murch. There will be two stages, one at the Jackson Arts Market for music and the other at the Paper Mill Lounge for educational lectures. Full Event Schedule and Map are available at www.jacksonartsmarket.com/4m .

Don’t miss out on the exquisite craftsmanship of The Sparkle Glass Show. This shimmering exhibit inside the JAM Glass Gallery will feature over 75 glass artists’ glistening pieces. Connected to the gallery is a live glassblowing studio with artists demonstrating throughout the day.
“There really is something there for everybody. And with free admission and a gorgeous mountain view, you can’t beat it.” Says Chloe Burnette-Turner, local forager and assistant coordinator at the Jackson Arts Market. Located in the center of historic downtown Sylva, 4M is in proximity to fantastic restaurants, breweries and shops. Parking for the festival is around the corner at the Sylva First United Methodist Church. Event goes from 10am-6pm on Saturday September 2nd at 533 West Main St, Sylva and adjacent properties.

LOOM Imports Studio Sale – up to 80% off
Sep 2 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
LOOM Imports Studio

Join us this Labor Day weekend as we celebrate traditional craftsmanship, shopping ethically, and a new studio space for @loomimports!

Here’s the scoop:
– Up to 80% Off Handpicked Pieces: handmade textiles, accessories, & more
– Sips & Snacks: Toast to new beginnings in our fresh Studio space while you shop
– Easy shopping in IG stories Thursday-Saturday @loomimports
– In person shopping Saturday 9/2 from 11am-4pm with access to things not in the story sale like lighting, stuffed poufs, & more!
Oh, and every purchase supports our journey to become a certified B Corp (more on that soon!)

Teen Dungeons + Dragons with Raj
Sep 2 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Pack Memorial Library
 

Calling all adventurous teens! Join us for Dungeons & Dragons at Pack Memorial Library!

All players aged 13-17 are eligible.

This program is free, but you do need to register.

Email Raj at [email protected] to sign up.

Artisan Markets at Nantahala Outdoor Center
Sep 2 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Nantahala Outdoor Center, NOC Outfitter's Store

market-on-the-river-bank

From the regional crafters to local guide artisans, set up on the river banks of the Nantahala. Come and meet these vendors and more on the second Saturday of every month, May – September.

If you are interested in joining us as a vendor, please fill out your information here: https://forms.gle/BgqQQpY4XSGqtH6f6

Sunday, September 3, 2023
Sundays Traditional Game Day
Sep 3 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Asheville Art Museum

The Perspective Café is kicking off 2023 with a classic bang! Grab your friends and join us each Sunday from 2pm to 5pm in the Perspective Café to play an assortment of board and card games. You can even bring your own favorite games from home to share with new friends.

The Perspective Café will be offering special snacks and cocktails to savor while you play and make a memorable afternoon! Enjoy the galleries and then head up to the rooftop.

Monday, September 4, 2023
Weekly Ping Pong Tournament
Sep 4 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Sovereign Kava

Asheville’s best ping-pong players join Asheville’s worst table-tennis players at Sovereign Kava every Thursday at 7 p.m. to battle for glory and a $50 bar tab. No charge.
Whether you learned to play in the basement as a kid, or in a prison as a young adult, or in a rehab facility as an older adult, this is the tournament for you.
Located just down the hill on the Asheville-side of Mission Hospital, we are convenient walking distance to medical help after you get your heart broken on our Butterfly table.
Bring your paddle or borrow one of ours. Open to all skill levels and clothing styles. Beginners welcome. Hell, we’re ALL rusty after not playing during the Pandemic so don’t let that stop you.
Our table-tennis table is open for play 7 days a week, noon to 11 p.m. unless there’s a music event.
Here’s a link to a video from our 2019 table tennis tourney:
https://youtu.be/w_1EFEzx9sA

Tuesday, September 5, 2023
Ping-Pong Tuesday Tournament
Sep 5 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Shakedown Kava Lounge

Players of all skill levels gather at Shakedown Kava Lounge (Hendersonville’s kava
bar) every Tuesday for the kava bar’s weekly Table Tennis Tournament, Games to 11, best of 3, double elimination, paddles
included, winner receives eternal glory and a $25 bar tab, Entry is free.

Saturday, September 9, 2023
Artisan Markets at Nantahala Outdoor Center
Sep 9 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Nantahala Outdoor Center, NOC Outfitter's Store

market-on-the-river-bank

From the regional crafters to local guide artisans, set up on the river banks of the Nantahala. Come and meet these vendors and more on the second Saturday of every month, May – September.

If you are interested in joining us as a vendor, please fill out your information here: https://forms.gle/BgqQQpY4XSGqtH6f6

Sunday, September 10, 2023
Sundays Traditional Game Day
Sep 10 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Asheville Art Museum

The Perspective Café is kicking off 2023 with a classic bang! Grab your friends and join us each Sunday from 2pm to 5pm in the Perspective Café to play an assortment of board and card games. You can even bring your own favorite games from home to share with new friends.

The Perspective Café will be offering special snacks and cocktails to savor while you play and make a memorable afternoon! Enjoy the galleries and then head up to the rooftop.

Monday, September 11, 2023
Weekly Ping Pong Tournament
Sep 11 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Sovereign Kava

Asheville’s best ping-pong players join Asheville’s worst table-tennis players at Sovereign Kava every Thursday at 7 p.m. to battle for glory and a $50 bar tab. No charge.
Whether you learned to play in the basement as a kid, or in a prison as a young adult, or in a rehab facility as an older adult, this is the tournament for you.
Located just down the hill on the Asheville-side of Mission Hospital, we are convenient walking distance to medical help after you get your heart broken on our Butterfly table.
Bring your paddle or borrow one of ours. Open to all skill levels and clothing styles. Beginners welcome. Hell, we’re ALL rusty after not playing during the Pandemic so don’t let that stop you.
Our table-tennis table is open for play 7 days a week, noon to 11 p.m. unless there’s a music event.
Here’s a link to a video from our 2019 table tennis tourney:
https://youtu.be/w_1EFEzx9sA

Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Ping-Pong Tuesday Tournament
Sep 12 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Shakedown Kava Lounge

Players of all skill levels gather at Shakedown Kava Lounge (Hendersonville’s kava
bar) every Tuesday for the kava bar’s weekly Table Tennis Tournament, Games to 11, best of 3, double elimination, paddles
included, winner receives eternal glory and a $25 bar tab, Entry is free.

Wednesday, September 13, 2023
“Wednesday Bowling” Come have fun and be LEBOWSKI
Sep 13 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm
AMF STAR BOWLING LANES

$8.00 for 3 games and shoes and 20% off on food.

Come socialize and get to know your group members. We will be enjoying our lives. “To enjoy is to be happy, To be happy is doing what makes you smile/laugh.” Come have fun. Please be on time so we all can have fun and enjoy our lives.

My EYLA Family, it about time to give back to our community. the temperature is changing, and nights are getting colder. If you have any old coats, sweaters, hoodies, and winter hats please bring them to this Wednesday’s Event. We will have time and date where some members may want to volunteer and hand out coats or any articles of clothing to homeless people downtown Asheville. Thank YOU!!

Friday, September 15, 2023
Switch – A -Roos Consignment Sale
Sep 15 @ 9:00 am
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

 

 

A Semi Annual Children’s Consignment Sale specializing in new and gently used:

Children’s Clothing
Shoes
Accessories
Baby Equipment
Toys
Indoor/Outdoor Play Toys

 

Come experience the Upstate’s Finest and Most Advanced Children’s Consignment Sale.

Switch-A-Roos provides an excellent way for you to sell your new and gently used children’s items while shopping from only the best in name brand and specialty shop items at great prices! Switch-a-Roos Consignment

IT JUST MAKES $ENSE!!

 

Saturday, September 16, 2023
Switch – A -Roos Consignment Sale
Sep 16 @ 9:00 am
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

 

 

A Semi Annual Children’s Consignment Sale specializing in new and gently used:

Children’s Clothing
Shoes
Accessories
Baby Equipment
Toys
Indoor/Outdoor Play Toys

 

Come experience the Upstate’s Finest and Most Advanced Children’s Consignment Sale.

Switch-A-Roos provides an excellent way for you to sell your new and gently used children’s items while shopping from only the best in name brand and specialty shop items at great prices! Switch-a-Roos Consignment

IT JUST MAKES $ENSE!!

 

Sunday, September 17, 2023
Switch – A -Roos Consignment Sale
Sep 17 @ 9:00 am
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

 

 

A Semi Annual Children’s Consignment Sale specializing in new and gently used:

Children’s Clothing
Shoes
Accessories
Baby Equipment
Toys
Indoor/Outdoor Play Toys

 

Come experience the Upstate’s Finest and Most Advanced Children’s Consignment Sale.

Switch-A-Roos provides an excellent way for you to sell your new and gently used children’s items while shopping from only the best in name brand and specialty shop items at great prices! Switch-a-Roos Consignment

IT JUST MAKES $ENSE!!

 

Sundays Traditional Game Day
Sep 17 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Asheville Art Museum

The Perspective Café is kicking off 2023 with a classic bang! Grab your friends and join us each Sunday from 2pm to 5pm in the Perspective Café to play an assortment of board and card games. You can even bring your own favorite games from home to share with new friends.

The Perspective Café will be offering special snacks and cocktails to savor while you play and make a memorable afternoon! Enjoy the galleries and then head up to the rooftop.

Monday, September 18, 2023
Weekly Ping Pong Tournament
Sep 18 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Sovereign Kava

Asheville’s best ping-pong players join Asheville’s worst table-tennis players at Sovereign Kava every Thursday at 7 p.m. to battle for glory and a $50 bar tab. No charge.
Whether you learned to play in the basement as a kid, or in a prison as a young adult, or in a rehab facility as an older adult, this is the tournament for you.
Located just down the hill on the Asheville-side of Mission Hospital, we are convenient walking distance to medical help after you get your heart broken on our Butterfly table.
Bring your paddle or borrow one of ours. Open to all skill levels and clothing styles. Beginners welcome. Hell, we’re ALL rusty after not playing during the Pandemic so don’t let that stop you.
Our table-tennis table is open for play 7 days a week, noon to 11 p.m. unless there’s a music event.
Here’s a link to a video from our 2019 table tennis tourney:
https://youtu.be/w_1EFEzx9sA

Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Ping-Pong Tuesday Tournament
Sep 19 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Shakedown Kava Lounge

Players of all skill levels gather at Shakedown Kava Lounge (Hendersonville’s kava
bar) every Tuesday for the kava bar’s weekly Table Tennis Tournament, Games to 11, best of 3, double elimination, paddles
included, winner receives eternal glory and a $25 bar tab, Entry is free.

Sunday, September 24, 2023
7th Annual Filthy Franklin Mud Run
Sep 24 all-day
The Franklin School of Innovation

Yes, the Mud Run is back on! With the modulars now gone we have a huge open field to make this race bigger, better and muddier than ever!

Get your old(est) running shoes out and prepare to get seriously muddy! The Filthy Franklin Mud Run happens Sunday, Sept. 24th. Our course is guaranteed to steal at least a few shoes before the day is done!

The races will be a timed trial start and there will be crazy obstacles and lots of mud!! Teen and adult races are approximately 2 miles, children 10 and under run just under a mile. Of course, the army crawl and mud trench will be part of this again, as well as other various challenging obstacles!

The Mud Run raises funds for Bolts Athletics. It helps fund equipment, uniforms and facilities. It is planned and created by Community Council members and student-athletes. OH YEAHHH!

You must register by Sept. 8th to receive a free t-shirt. After the deadline, T-shirts can be purchased the day of the event for $20. Limited quantities will be available.

You can register and purchase tickets at: https://franklinschoolofinnovation.networkforgood.com/events/57309-7th-annual-filthy-franklin-mud-run

Join the event on our Facebook here – https://fb.me/e/2LRlwcEPl

We will have race day registration as well!

Kids Race at 2:30pm

Adult Race at 3:00pm

Teen Race at 3:30pm

The event is free to attend, but to race registration is $25 for Kids and $40 for Adults & Teens.

Uncommon Market
Sep 24 @ 10:00 am
Foundry Street

Foundy Street is an eclectic, graffiti-decorated destination of the Asheville’s River Arts District. Home to a variety of artist studios, restaurants, breweries, a coffee shop, retail & antique shops, pop-up food trucks, a movie theatre, and a skate park.

Fall Fun @ The Big Barn Market
Sep 24 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Hickory Nut Gap Farm

Hickory Nut Gap & Appalachian Makers Collective are teaming up to bring you a beautifully curated gathering of local growers, food makers, brewers, herbalists, crafters and artists, every last Sunday of the month June through October- a perfect opportunity to plan your monthly shopping around and commit to supporting local folk.

Come shop the Big Barn Market for local and regional fare by some of the most talented in the area- and come into our Farm Store and Butchery to get your meats and deli goodies. If you come early, you can catch some Big Barn Yoga brought to you by Breeze Yoga Space. Tickets can be purchased here!

AUTUMNAL EDITION – 9/24 11am-4pm, Barn Door Ciderworks & Root Down Farm Food Truck

– HALLOWEEN FUN – 10/29 11am-4pm, little ones wear your costume and collect treats! Barn Door Ciderworks & Grush’s Cajun Dino Grill Food Truck

Sundays Traditional Game Day
Sep 24 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Asheville Art Museum

The Perspective Café is kicking off 2023 with a classic bang! Grab your friends and join us each Sunday from 2pm to 5pm in the Perspective Café to play an assortment of board and card games. You can even bring your own favorite games from home to share with new friends.

The Perspective Café will be offering special snacks and cocktails to savor while you play and make a memorable afternoon! Enjoy the galleries and then head up to the rooftop.

Monday, September 25, 2023
Weekly Ping Pong Tournament
Sep 25 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Sovereign Kava

Asheville’s best ping-pong players join Asheville’s worst table-tennis players at Sovereign Kava every Thursday at 7 p.m. to battle for glory and a $50 bar tab. No charge.
Whether you learned to play in the basement as a kid, or in a prison as a young adult, or in a rehab facility as an older adult, this is the tournament for you.
Located just down the hill on the Asheville-side of Mission Hospital, we are convenient walking distance to medical help after you get your heart broken on our Butterfly table.
Bring your paddle or borrow one of ours. Open to all skill levels and clothing styles. Beginners welcome. Hell, we’re ALL rusty after not playing during the Pandemic so don’t let that stop you.
Our table-tennis table is open for play 7 days a week, noon to 11 p.m. unless there’s a music event.
Here’s a link to a video from our 2019 table tennis tourney:
https://youtu.be/w_1EFEzx9sA

Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Ping-Pong Tuesday Tournament
Sep 26 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Shakedown Kava Lounge

Players of all skill levels gather at Shakedown Kava Lounge (Hendersonville’s kava
bar) every Tuesday for the kava bar’s weekly Table Tennis Tournament, Games to 11, best of 3, double elimination, paddles
included, winner receives eternal glory and a $25 bar tab, Entry is free.

Friday, September 29, 2023
Farm Sale
Sep 29 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Historic Johnson Farm

After a year hiatus, the popular Farm Sale is back. Come out to the farm for a huge yard sale. All sorts of items await! Friday and Saturday from 8 AM-1 PM each day.

Fall Plant Sale and Market
Sep 29 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
NC Arboretum

Calling all garden lovers! Join us on Friday and Saturday, September 29-30 for our annual Fall Plant Sale and Market. The Market features unique plants grown in The North Carolina Arboretum’s Production Greenhouse and includes over 25 local growers and businesses. Shop an outstanding collection of annuals, perennials and crafts to the sounds of live music.

On Saturday, September 30, we will be celebrating Monarch Butterfly Day, a fun, family-friendly event including create-and-make butterfly crafts and educational programming that focuses on monarchs’ fluctuating populations and opportunities to conserve their habitats.

On Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. you can also attend a complimentary Adult Education class Migrating Monarchs” with Dan Lazar and learn what you can do in your own landscapes to help the Monarch on its incredible journey for survival.

The Plant Sale and Market will take place outdoors in the Arboretum’s main parking lot. Rain or shine.

Members can attend for free and the standard $20 parking fee applies to all non-members. Interested in joining as a member? Join today!

 

Participating vendors include:

Bear Necessities Farm

Botanical Tortoise Co.

Bridge and Tunnel Coffee Co.

Camilla Calnan Photography

Christina Bendo Pottery

Conjure Craft Chocolate

Connections Gallery Gift Shop

Couple of Bees

Eden Evergreen Nursery

Finally Farm

Fjällräven Asheville

Flower Moon Nursery

Half Light Honey

High Country Nursery

Homegrown Tropicals

Imladris Farm

M.R. Gardens

Matcha Nude

Milkweed Meadows Farm

NC Ginseng & Goldenseal Co.

Offset Clarity

Plant Baby

Sandy Mush Herb Nursery

Saturnia Farm

The Farm Connection

The Turquoise Tortuga

Wehrloom Honey

Well Seasoned Table

Wildbud Natives

WilderKin Beekeeping

Western North Carolina Orchid Society

Woodswise Botanicals

and more!

Saturday, September 30, 2023
Farm Sale
Sep 30 @ 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Historic Johnson Farm

After a year hiatus, the popular Farm Sale is back. Come out to the farm for a huge yard sale. All sorts of items await! Friday and Saturday from 8 AM-1 PM each day.

Fall Plant Sale and Market
Sep 30 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
NC Arboretum

Calling all garden lovers! Join us on Friday and Saturday, September 29-30 for our annual Fall Plant Sale and Market. The Market features unique plants grown in The North Carolina Arboretum’s Production Greenhouse and includes over 25 local growers and businesses. Shop an outstanding collection of annuals, perennials and crafts to the sounds of live music.

On Saturday, September 30, we will be celebrating Monarch Butterfly Day, a fun, family-friendly event including create-and-make butterfly crafts and educational programming that focuses on monarchs’ fluctuating populations and opportunities to conserve their habitats.

On Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. you can also attend a complimentary Adult Education class Migrating Monarchs” with Dan Lazar and learn what you can do in your own landscapes to help the Monarch on its incredible journey for survival.

The Plant Sale and Market will take place outdoors in the Arboretum’s main parking lot. Rain or shine.

Members can attend for free and the standard $20 parking fee applies to all non-members. Interested in joining as a member? Join today!

 

Participating vendors include:

Bear Necessities Farm

Botanical Tortoise Co.

Bridge and Tunnel Coffee Co.

Camilla Calnan Photography

Christina Bendo Pottery

Conjure Craft Chocolate

Connections Gallery Gift Shop

Couple of Bees

Eden Evergreen Nursery

Finally Farm

Fjällräven Asheville

Flower Moon Nursery

Half Light Honey

High Country Nursery

Homegrown Tropicals

Imladris Farm

M.R. Gardens

Matcha Nude

Milkweed Meadows Farm

NC Ginseng & Goldenseal Co.

Offset Clarity

Plant Baby

Sandy Mush Herb Nursery

Saturnia Farm

The Farm Connection

The Turquoise Tortuga

Wehrloom Honey

Well Seasoned Table

Wildbud Natives

WilderKin Beekeeping

Western North Carolina Orchid Society

Woodswise Botanicals

and more!

AVL Fall Clothing Swap
Sep 30 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Hi-Wire Brewing River Arts District

Part social gathering, part fashion, part fundraiser. Come to mingle, find a new favorite outfit, and raise money for reproductive justice.

The swap takes place on Saturday, September 30 from 1-4 at Hi-Wire Brewing River Arts District. All profits from ticket sales and $1 from each flagship beer sale will be donated to Asheville’s Planned Parenthood and Mountain Area Abortion Doula Collective.

Back for fall: VIP Tickets
You loved our VIP tickets this spring, so they’re back! This ticket option is very limited and includes 1-hour early entry to shop the swap.

How it works
Drop off clothes before Sept 30 at Hi-Wire RAD
Hi-Wire’s hours are below. Drop off your contribution during these times.

Monday–Thursday 3-10pm
Friday & Saturday 12pm-12am
Sunday 12-9pm
Accepted clothing:

Adult clothing and shoes are accepted
Sorry, no kid’s clothing or accessories
Items should be in good, clean condition
Bring 1-20+ items
Items will be organized by feminine and masculine styles, we anticipate receiving more feminine-style clothing based on previous events. The fundraiser is open to people of all genders and sizes.

On the day of the event
Arrive to swap the shop! You can leave with 15(ish) items
We’ll swap until we run out, so come on time for the best selection!
Unswapped clothing will be donated or kept for future swaps/reuse projects