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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The NC Mountain State Fair, September 5th-14th, 2025, is a truly memorable family event that offers top-notch entertainment, food, fun, and exhibits, that focuses on the region’s deep agricultural roots.
PAN HARMONIA’s 26th Season opens with lyrical “crossover” works of American Alec Wilder, Latina Alice Gomez and French jazz pianist Claude Bolling.
Alec Wilder’s grooving Piece for Alto Flute and Drums, Alice Gomez’s evocative Concertino Indio for Piccolo and Percussion and Claude Bolling’s iconic Suite for Flute and Jazz Trio
Kate Steinbeck Flutes
Special Guest Maria Luisa de la Cerda Rohde Flutes and Piccolo
John Crawley Piano
Kevin Kehrberg Bass
Byron Hedgepeth Percussion
As ever, PAN HARMONIA offers Donation-based, Pay-as-You-Can Community Concerts. All are welcome!
panharmonia.org
The NC Mountain State Fair, September 5th-14th, 2025, is a truly memorable family event that offers top-notch entertainment, food, fun, and exhibits, that focuses on the region’s deep agricultural roots.
The NC Mountain State Fair, September 5th-14th, 2025, is a truly memorable family event that offers top-notch entertainment, food, fun, and exhibits, that focuses on the region’s deep agricultural roots.
The NC Mountain State Fair, September 5th-14th, 2025, is a truly memorable family event that offers top-notch entertainment, food, fun, and exhibits, that focuses on the region’s deep agricultural roots.
WED 8/10/25 – 7-9 PM – The North Carolina Writers Network and The Brandy Bar + Cocktails present as next in their series “In the Company of Writers.” Kate Crawford
The program offers a series of personal and conversational dialogues featuring guest writers/poets, followed by an open mic forum. These inspirational gatherings will elucidate and entertain those attending. The guest author speaks from 7-8 PM with an open mic from 8 -9 PM. The Chicago blues music of “John Longbottom” welcomes you, continues during intermission, and closes the evening. You are welcome to sign up for the open mic with the sign-up sheet at the entrance.
Katherine Scott Crawford is the award-winning author of The Miniaturist’s Assistant and Keowee Valley. A former backpacking guide, adjunct professor, and recovering academic, her newspaper column appeared weekly across the country and abroad, including in USA Today, The Detroit Free Press, The Herald Scotland, and more. Winner of a North Carolina Arts Award in fiction, she holds an MFA in Writing from the Vermont College of Fine Arts. She’d rather be in the woods with her dog than anywhere else, enjoys curious people, adventure, and snow, and believes historical fiction the best way to time travel. An eleventh-generation Southerner, she directs writing retreats at a remote mountain lodge near Brevard, North Carolina, where she lives with her family.
For more info visit: https://www.facebook.com/TheBrandyBar/events
The NC Mountain State Fair, September 5th-14th, 2025, is a truly memorable family event that offers top-notch entertainment, food, fun, and exhibits, that focuses on the region’s deep agricultural roots.
On September 11th, Sweeten Creek Antiques invites you to an afternoon of shopping, festivities, and fun in honor of our 20th anniversary!
From 2pm to 8pm, we will be providing live music, refreshments and appetizers, with a cake cutting ceremony at 6pm.
Shop our September sales, meet our staff and vendors, and celebrate 20 incredible years of Sweeten Creek Antiques!
The NC Mountain State Fair, September 5th-14th, 2025, is a truly memorable family event that offers top-notch entertainment, food, fun, and exhibits, that focuses on the region’s deep agricultural roots.
Whether you’re looking to realign your energy, gain clarity, or simply rest and receive, this Women’s Wellness Retreat is thoughtfully designed to nourish your mind, body and spirit.
Brought to you by A Mindful Bliss Studio, this immersive 3-day experience takes place Sept. 12-14, just outside of Asheville.
What’s included:
Yoga and Guided Meditation Inflused with Reiki
Intention Setting and Letting Go Fire Ceremony
Yin Yoga and Sound Bath Healing
Manifestation and Journaling Workshops
Chef-Prepared, Organic, Vegan Meals
Sisterhood Circle and Soul Nourishment
Retreat Agenda
Friday, September 12, 2025
3:00 PM: Check-In (checkin from 3-6pm)
6:00 PM: Dinner and Icebreaker
7:30 PM: Cacao Ceremony and Let-Go Fire Ritual
Saturday, September 13, 2025
7:00 AM: Breakfast and Morning Yoga
10:00 AM: Guided Hike (optional)
2:00 PM: Yin Yoga and Sound Bath Healing
4:30 PM: Manifestation Workshop
6:00 PM: Dinner
7:30 PM: Trauma Release Breathwork followed by a sound bath
Sunday, September 14, 2025
7:00 AM: Breakfast
8:00 AM: Closing Yoga and Ceremony
10:00 AM: Checkout and enjoy the local gems like a hike, pickleball, local farmers markets
Spots are limited and filling quickly – invite your retreat soul-sister and reserve your place today!
Learn more: https://www.amindfulbliss.com/
URLs:
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3106665-0?pid=10412
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3106665-2?pid=10412
Price:
General Admission: USD 800.00
Category: Community | Local / Community
Date and Time: 12th September 2025 at 11:00 am to 8:30 pm
Venue details: Fletcher, North Carolina, 28732, United States
The NC Mountain State Fair, September 5th-14th, 2025, is a truly memorable family event that offers top-notch entertainment, food, fun, and exhibits, that focuses on the region’s deep agricultural roots.
Discover the Hendersonville Farmers Market, Locally Grown, Community Strong
A vibrant weekly gathering at the Historic Train Depot in downtown Hendersonville. Running every Saturday from May 3rd to October 25th, rain or shine, the market showcases over 30 local vendors within a 60-mile radius. From farm-fresh produce and meats to baked goods, crafts, and live entertainment, there’s something for everyone. Join us from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a celebration of food, farms, and family in a lively community atmosphere.
Dig into Bullington Gardens’ Fall Plant Sale! Grab trees, shrubs, perennials, natives, and seasonal plants to spruce up your yard. Don’t let your garden be the only one on the block still growing last year’s weeds—join us this fall September 12-13, 9am-4pm.
Whether you’re looking to realign your energy, gain clarity, or simply rest and receive, this Women’s Wellness Retreat is thoughtfully designed to nourish your mind, body and spirit.
Brought to you by A Mindful Bliss Studio, this immersive 3-day experience takes place Sept. 12-14, just outside of Asheville.
What’s included:
Yoga and Guided Meditation Inflused with Reiki
Intention Setting and Letting Go Fire Ceremony
Yin Yoga and Sound Bath Healing
Manifestation and Journaling Workshops
Chef-Prepared, Organic, Vegan Meals
Sisterhood Circle and Soul Nourishment
Retreat Agenda
Friday, September 12, 2025
3:00 PM: Check-In (checkin from 3-6pm)
6:00 PM: Dinner and Icebreaker
7:30 PM: Cacao Ceremony and Let-Go Fire Ritual
Saturday, September 13, 2025
7:00 AM: Breakfast and Morning Yoga
10:00 AM: Guided Hike (optional)
2:00 PM: Yin Yoga and Sound Bath Healing
4:30 PM: Manifestation Workshop
6:00 PM: Dinner
7:30 PM: Trauma Release Breathwork followed by a sound bath
Sunday, September 14, 2025
7:00 AM: Breakfast
8:00 AM: Closing Yoga and Ceremony
10:00 AM: Checkout and enjoy the local gems like a hike, pickleball, local farmers markets
Spots are limited and filling quickly – invite your retreat soul-sister and reserve your place today!
Learn more: https://www.amindfulbliss.com/
URLs:
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3106665-0?pid=10412
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3106665-2?pid=10412
Price:
General Admission: USD 800.00
Category: Community | Local / Community
Date and Time: 12th September 2025 at 11:00 am to 8:30 pm
Venue details: Fletcher, North Carolina, 28732, United States
Ribbon cutting invites families, pets and neighbors to celebrate new community spaces, local art and free treats
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Sept. 4, 2025) –Tanger Outlets Asheville will officially unveil its brand-new dog park and children’s play area on Saturday, Sept. 13, inviting the community to gather for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. Guests can look forward to free treats for kids and pet owners, plus an afternoon filled with fun, connection and celebration.
Designed as a hub for families and neighbors, the spaces highlight Tanger’s commitment to creating communal experiences that go beyond shopping. The dog park offers green space for pups to run and play, complete with shaded seating for owners and a convenient watering station. Nearby, little ones can explore an elevated walking trail, perch on whimsical bear-shaped seating and enjoy picnic tables perfect for family time outdoors.
Adding to the charm, colorful murals from Asheville artists Gus Cutty and Kathryn Crawford bring the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains to life on site, creating vibrant backdrops for community gatherings.
This event is free and open to the public, and everyone is encouraged to bring the whole family – two-legged and four – for the festivities. Free treats for kids and pet owners while supplies last.
This event is FREE and open to the public.
For more information, please visit tanger.com/Asheville—and connect on Facebook and Instagram.
The 16th West Asheville Garden Stroll is Saturday, September 13 from 11 AM to 4 PM. It features 13 diverse gardens in the Falconhurst neighborhood, north of Haywood Road between Mitchell Avenue and Louisiana. Stroll Guides with a map and garden descriptions will be available from 11:00 until 3:30 at the parking lot across from West Asheville Baptist Church, 926 Haywood Road. (Note to regular attendees: there’s no kickoff program this year.)
The Garden Stroll is free, and all are welcome to join in this community event, rain or shine. However, leave your four-footed friends at home — dogs are not allowed in the gardens.
In keeping with our “stroll” concept, we encourage you to park at one of the WAGS-designated lots on Haywood Road and walk or bike the 2.5 mile route.
This year’s gardens include a permaculture “grass to food” yard with all kinds of edibles; formal designs and eclectic ones that have evolved over time; a “photographer’s paradise;” a large Bountiful Cities community garden hidden among residential streets; whimsical yard art; and of course, chickens. You’ll see new and mature gardens as well as works-in-progress, all offering the chance to chat with friendly and enthusiastic gardeners.
Our theme, Entwined, was inspired by the amazing interconnectedness of nature. In a healthy garden the plants, insects, birds, fungi and soil bacteria form an interdependent community that allows them all to thrive. The same is true in a healthy neighborhood. After Helene, the Falconhurst community — like many neighborhoods in WNC — grew even more entwined, as neighbors gathered around the well at the small farm to collect water and share necessities, information, and good vibes. Let’s all work to make our communities and our gardens more “entwined!”
Ross Farm and Appalachian Standard are proud to present the 3rd Annual Fall Fest on Saturday, September 13 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. This highly anticipated event
showcases the farm’s stunning greenhouses filled with a spectacular variety of fall plants for every gardening enthusiast, including mums and pumpkins. We also have a wonderful selection of indoor and specialty plants!The festival features much more than just plants:
Delicious food options, including baked goods
A vibrant market featuring artisan brooms, home goods, and permanent jewelry
Kid-friendly activities including a scavenger hunt, games, and potting station
…and much more!
Appalachian Standard will also have their quality CBD products available for purchase. With attendance typically reaching 300-600 visitors, carpooling is strongly encouraged to help with parking availability.
Event Details:
What: 3rd Annual Fall Fest
When: Saturday, September 3rd, 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Where: Ross Farm, 91 Holbrook Road, Candler, NC
Admission: Free
The NC Mountain State Fair, September 5th-14th, 2025, is a truly memorable family event that offers top-notch entertainment, food, fun, and exhibits, that focuses on the region’s deep agricultural roots.
Whether you’re looking to realign your energy, gain clarity, or simply rest and receive, this Women’s Wellness Retreat is thoughtfully designed to nourish your mind, body and spirit.
Brought to you by A Mindful Bliss Studio, this immersive 3-day experience takes place Sept. 12-14, just outside of Asheville.
What’s included:
Yoga and Guided Meditation Inflused with Reiki
Intention Setting and Letting Go Fire Ceremony
Yin Yoga and Sound Bath Healing
Manifestation and Journaling Workshops
Chef-Prepared, Organic, Vegan Meals
Sisterhood Circle and Soul Nourishment
Retreat Agenda
Friday, September 12, 2025
3:00 PM: Check-In (checkin from 3-6pm)
6:00 PM: Dinner and Icebreaker
7:30 PM: Cacao Ceremony and Let-Go Fire Ritual
Saturday, September 13, 2025
7:00 AM: Breakfast and Morning Yoga
10:00 AM: Guided Hike (optional)
2:00 PM: Yin Yoga and Sound Bath Healing
4:30 PM: Manifestation Workshop
6:00 PM: Dinner
7:30 PM: Trauma Release Breathwork followed by a sound bath
Sunday, September 14, 2025
7:00 AM: Breakfast
8:00 AM: Closing Yoga and Ceremony
10:00 AM: Checkout and enjoy the local gems like a hike, pickleball, local farmers markets
Spots are limited and filling quickly – invite your retreat soul-sister and reserve your place today!
Learn more: https://www.amindfulbliss.com/
URLs:
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3106665-0?pid=10412
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3106665-2?pid=10412
Price:
General Admission: USD 800.00
Category: Community | Local / Community
Date and Time: 12th September 2025 at 11:00 am to 8:30 pm
Venue details: Fletcher, North Carolina, 28732, United States
Tanger Outlets Asheville Hosts “Catch the Fall Savings” Community Event, Sept. 13-14
Blue Ridge shoppers invited to celebrate fall with seasonal savings, family-friendly fun and free giveaways
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Sept. 8, 2025)– Tanger Outlets Asheville welcomes the community to celebrate the start of fall in style with its “Catch the Fall Savings” event, Sept. 13-14. Coinciding with Tanger’s Semi-Annual Sale, the festivities bring seasonal shopping together with interactive experiences, exclusive giveaways and festive treats to create a fun-filled weekend for all.
Guests can step inside a giant handbag for photo-worthy moments and the chance to “catch the savings” with wind-blown store coupons, prizes and gift cards up for grabs. The seasonal fun continues with free pumpkin spice soft serve, a fall-themed craft station available exclusively to TangerClub members and festive photo ops. Shoppers can find fall savings from top names in fashion, footwear and lifestyle, including athletic fan favorites such as Nike and Under Armour, everyday style from Old Navy and American Eagle, and designer picks from Coach, Polo Ralph Lauren and more.
For an added bonus, shoppers who join TangerClub Gold during the center’s “Catch the Fall Savings” event will receive a cozy gift with purchase to maximize stylish lounging and fall comfort— Jill Martin’s Oprah’s Favorite Things Oversized Buddy or 10×10 Family-Sized Blanket. Supplies are limited.
All events are FREE and open to the public.
For more information on events and deals, visit tanger.com/Asheville, download the Tanger app or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
Steven Bingler, a New Orleans planner involved in Hurricane Katrina recovery, will share lessons to aid in Tropical Storm Helene recovery in Western North Carolina. He will emphasize the importance of inclusive community engagement, noting that recovery efforts require the active participation of everyone affected. Recovery planning must address short-term, medium-term, and long-term needs, integrating cultural, social, educational, and physical considerations. Recovery is a complex, non-linear process that should involve both community collaboration and civic determination. Local efforts, such as those in Western North Carolina, will work on immediate recovery and long-term resilience plans, underscoring the significance of collective involvement in shaping the future. Join us for a reception, in the lobby of the Wortham Performing Arts Center, after the keynote. One drink ticket will be provided per registered attendee.
Retreat leader, educator and Jungian psychotherapist Diana McKendree leads a discussion exploring the world of dreamwork and how we might better understand our dreams. Part of Kanuga’s Lunch & Learn series, the Thursday, September 18 event begins with a forest bathing nature walk (weather permitting) at 10 a.m. McKendree’s “What Did You Dream Last Night?” discussion begins at 11 a.m., followed by a buffet lunch in Kanuga’s dining hall. Bring a recent dream, notebook and pen. Registration and more info at kanuga.org/events.
Retreat leader, educator and Jungian psychotherapist Diana McKendree leads a discussion exploring the world of dreamwork and how we might better understand our dreams. Part of Kanuga’s Lunch & Learn series. The Thursday, September 18 event begins with a forest bathing nature walk (weather permitting) at 10 a.m. McKendree’s “What Did You Dream Last Night?” discussion begins at 11 a.m., followed by a buffet lunch in Kanuga’s dining hall. Bring a recent dream, notebook and pen. Registration and more info at kanuga.org/events.
Join us Thurs, September 18th – 7:00 – 9:00 PM at The Brandy Bar + Cocktails for an evening of original songs in the natural acoustics and listening room atmosphere of the beautiful and historic Brandy Bar. Located at 504 7th Avenue East in the 7th Avenue Historic Depot District.
Hidyho Neighbors! Another trio of bedazzling songwriters will be sharing their lyrical and musical offerings for our August session at the coolest bar in all Hendo. Rob Lytle, Owen Walsh, and Annie Wenz will charm your inner cobra right out of its basket. Delicious cocktails + handcrafted songs + friendly folks = time well spent. Join us!
Asheville, NC — September 19, 2025 — The Western North Carolina Recovery Community Collaborative (WNCRCC) will host the First Annual WNC Recovery Rally: “Pathways to Recovery – One Rally, Many Journeys” on Friday, September 19, 2025, from 1:00–5:00 p.m. at Pack Square Park in Downtown Asheville.
This free, family-friendly event celebrates National Recovery Month, honoring individuals and families impacted by mental health and substance use disorders. The rally aims to break stigma, inspire hope, and connect the community with multiple pathways to recovery.
Event Highlights
Inspirational speakers & personal recovery stories
Live music & entertainment
Food trucks & family-friendly activities
Resource fair featuring 40+ community organizations
“This rally is about showing WNC that we are surrounded by recovery, the hope that’s available, and the many resources ready to walk alongside anyone throughout their journey,” said Jessica Shepherd Joudry, Chair of the Planning Committee.
Discover the Hendersonville Farmers Market, Locally Grown, Community Strong
A vibrant weekly gathering at the Historic Train Depot in downtown Hendersonville. Running every Saturday from May 3rd to October 25th, rain or shine, the market showcases over 30 local vendors within a 60-mile radius. From farm-fresh produce and meats to baked goods, crafts, and live entertainment, there’s something for everyone. Join us from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for a celebration of food, farms, and family in a lively community atmosphere.
This will be our 18th annual Art in Autumn Outdoor Arts and Crafts Festival. This much loved event is held on Main Street in downtown Weaverville, North Carolina, located in Buncombe county 7 miles from downtown Asheville.
The event features over 100 juried artists and craftspeople, and live music performed by beloved local artists.
Every year, we invite a Judge from the local Art scene to join us. Our guest judge for 2025 is Rebecca Lynch.
During the show, artists are juried by our esteemed Judge to receive awards of $1000 for best of show, $500 for second place, and $250 for third, as well as 4 $50 honorable mentions.
Wilderness Muse is a creative community hub just south-east of Asheville in Fletcher. This consignment store is a repurposed car wash that boasts the work and products of over 50 local artisans
Asheville Community Plant Market’s pop up event will be part of a larger celebration of Wilderness Muse’s first anniversary of opening
We have many local vendors, selling houseplants and garden plants, plus crafts and more
Fall Family Festival Presented by the Town of Fletcher
Saturday, September 20
Starting at 4:00 PM
Bill Moore Community Park, Fletcher, NC
After all the effort it takes to get kids back to school, parents deserve a night out! Send your kids to Dinner Under Dinos on Saturday September 20, 5 – 8 pm, so your kids can have fun while you enjoy a night out!
This event is for children ages 5-12 years old. AMOS will offer three hours of museum play, cheese pizza, and an optional rated G movie! Dinner Under Dinos is even more fun with a friend…who would your kiddo(s) like to invite?
22 tickets at $35, $30 for additional sibling(s)