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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This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
Ujamaa Marketplace is a vibrant and culturally rich market boasting the creativity of Black, Indigenous and other persons of the diaspora. There’s beauty and culture in this region and it often goes unseen. We aim to change that by bringing our community of artisans, crafts people, musicians, and culinary geniuses in one place. This market place will feature wellness products, plants and other home goods, apparel, art, books, food, and a workshop. We’re not the only place in town, and this will be the one place you’ll want to be on the first Saturday mornings in March, April, & May and all day on Juneteenth.
March IBN Evening Social
Date: Monday, March 9
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: 12 Bones Brewing, 2350 Hendersonville Rd, Arden
Why Should You Attend?
Free to Attend: No fees, no dues—just show up and enjoy!
No Membership or Requirements: No obligations, no restrictions—open to everyone!
Inclusive Environment: All industries and businesses are welcome.
Optional Purchases: Grab some food or a drink if you’d like!
What to Expect:
This is your opportunity to connect with local professionals, promote your business, and expand your referral network in a casual, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, freelancer, or part of a larger company, this event is perfect for making meaningful connections.
Pro Tip:
Bring plenty of business cards, flyers, or promotional materials to share with other attendees. Have a door prize to contribute? Feel free to bring one—it’s optional but always appreciated!
Don’t miss this chance to grow your business and build new relationships in the community. Invite your colleagues, friends, and business contacts to join in on the fun!
We’ll see you there!
Incredible Business Networking is Sponsored by the following fine companies that make it possible for everyone else to attend for free!:
Mr. Rooter Plumbing WNC
Big Frog Custom T-Shirts & More
Get Lifted Auto Sales and Repair
Dog Training Asheville
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
Gather your friends, don your greenest garb, and join us at Fae Nectar Tavern for St. Paddy’s Saturday, a full afternoon and evening of Celtic cheer, music, and merriment on Saturday, March 14th.
From 4 to 6pm, The Celtic Cairde will perform a rousing set in the spirit of a classic Irish session, playing amongst our guests and bringing the warm, communal spirit of a traditional pub gathering to life. Expect foot-stomping tunes, familiar melodies, and the kind of easy magic that happens when musicians and audience share the same space.
Then from 6 to 8pm, The Seelie Court takes the stage, delivering their signature blend of traditional rhythms, masterful piping, and fae-touched flair. Known for their high energy performances and artful blend of Medieval and Celtic tradition, The Seelie Court weaves ancient melodies with a warm presence, inviting all who listen to dance, sing, and lose themselves in the revel.
Behind the bar, our Fae bartenders will be pouring our enchanted honey wines alongside Irish favorites imported from across the pond, including Guinness, Smithwick’s, and more alongside our generous NA options and Celtic comfort food.
So come raise a glass, sing along, and celebrate the spirit of the Irish with us all Saturday evening. Sláinte! 🍀
A new event showcasing West Asheville food will occur at Archetype Brewing on Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 5-8 pm. “Westival” is a fundraiser for 12 Baskets Cafe and the work of Asheville Poverty Initiative (API), and will allow participants to sample from over 10 West Asheville-based food businesses.
“There is so much to celebrate about West Asheville,” said Ben Williamson, Executive Director of API, which operates 12 Baskets Cafe at 610 Haywood Road. “We wanted to design an affordable, casual event that highlighted the many exceptional food businesses we are surrounded by, as well as the amazing sense of community that exists,” Williamson said. Besides access to the food, Westival will include a DJ, information tables, a raffle, and other activities.
“12 Baskets Cafe serves without judgment,” said Tony Franco, Owner and Executive Chef at Food Experience. “Their focus is on the simple task of filling people’s bellies with an extended hand of love. It’s a clear, unambiguous effort to ease suffering, and anything we do to help is appreciated and accepted as well. We love working with 12 Baskets!” said Franco.
Shamrock Festival
Florida Ave. & Merchants Alley, Weaverville
Monday, March 16 | 2 PM–6:00 PM | Free
Weaverville’s annual Shamrock Festival is a festive community celebration for St. Patrick’s Day, featuring live music, local vendors, and family-friendly fun right in the heart of downtown.
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
The Hubbub is WNC Food Coalition’s inaugural benefit in support of small farms and the food hubs who buy, sell, and stock fresh, local, charitable food across Western North Carolina.
Together, we can ease hunger today AND alleviate future hunger by growing a strong and resilient local food system. Join us in revolutionizing a local food economy that works for everyone. Your support benefits the trusted Food Hubs feeding our WNC community: TRACTOR Food & Farms, Smoky Mountain Harvest Hub, Foothills Food Hub, WNC From the Ground Up, Terramonga Hub, Blue Ridge Women in Agriculture, and Equal Plates Project.
The MAIN EVENT will be from 7pm to 9pm and will feature musical performance by the esteemed jazz duo, Free Planet Radio; a full cash bar; a live auction; and grazing tables designed by WNC Food Hub Collaborative partner, Equal Plates Project, in collaboration with several local food hubs and their partnered farms. Arrive ready to sample and delight in an abundance of tasty appetizers as we introduce you to local farms and the critical buyers who hold together our local food economy. Tickets are $100/person for the Main Event (includes admission to the After Party)
The AFTER PARTY will be from 9pm to 11pm with entrance offered on a sliding scale. The After Party will feature a cash bar, a chance to enter our WNC Food For All Basket Raffle, and a beckoning to the dance floor as DJ Lil Meow Meow takes the stage! Incorporating elements of house, hip hop, electro, disco, and beyond, she is known for playing spirited deep dance cuts with big heart.
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
The Slice of Life Comedy Asheville Spring Standup Contest 🌼
Thursday March 26, 7:30p-9:30p, doors at 6:30p
The Orange Peel’s Comedy Basement, Pulp Lounge
103 Hilliard Ave, Downtown Asheville
Tickets: $18 (available at door or The Orange Peel website)
These shows sellout!
Hosted by Alex Parsons
Cocktails available while you laugh the night away to some of the area’s best Stand Up Comics in a ridiculously fun adult environment!!
Free snacks while availability lasts! You may bring your own food in (no outside drinks)!
How it Works:
Audience votes thru ballots throughout the night. Comics on the show will do 3-5m of standup comedy. This show’s 3 top comics will be paid & brought back to compete in our pageant finale, date TBA.
Go to SliceofLifeComedy.com for more contest information. Contact Michele with any questions, or to sign up to perform at [email protected]
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
Downtown After 5 is more than just a concert series—it’s a community staple that celebrates the diversity and creativity of Asheville. Each event is free to the public, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and partners, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of between 5,000 to 6,000 attendees. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site alongside a marketplace where attendees can explore and shop handmade crafts from local makers. Join us at Pack Square Park for these unforgettable evenings of music, community, and celebration.
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
Downtown After 5 is more than just a concert series—it’s a community staple that celebrates the diversity and creativity of Asheville. Each event is free to the public, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and partners, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of between 5,000 to 6,000 attendees. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site alongside a marketplace where attendees can explore and shop handmade crafts from local makers. Join us at Pack Square Park for these unforgettable evenings of music, community, and celebration.
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
Experience a premier celebration of whiskey in the heart of Western North Carolina. The WNC Whiskey Festival brings together an exceptional selection of craft distillers, regional producers, and renowned brands for a refined tasting experience. Visit our website for more details and to purchase tickets
Experience a premier one-day celebration of whiskey in the heart of Western North Carolina
The WNC Whiskey Festival showcases an exceptional selection of craft distillers, regional producers, and renowned brands, offering guests the opportunity to explore a wide range of whiskeys, bourbons, and ryes. The event features curated tastings, live music, artisan vendors, and the unique mountain atmosphere that defines Western North Carolina. Whether you are a dedicated enthusiast or new to whiskey, the WNC Whiskey Festival provides a distinguished and memorable experience.
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
Come out and support your local team! 1000 fans will receive a numbered tennis ball for a chance to win a grand prize following the game. Win the prize by being the first to successfully throw your ball from your seat into the hoop placed at second base! Prizes vary by week. Stay tuned to our social media channels to stay in the know on grand prize.
This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America’s Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers’ room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to Bear’s Smokehouse for Jeopardy! Bar League every Thursday at 7pm.
To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.
Downtown After 5 is more than just a concert series—it’s a community staple that celebrates the diversity and creativity of Asheville. Each event is free to the public, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and partners, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of between 5,000 to 6,000 attendees. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site alongside a marketplace where attendees can explore and shop handmade crafts from local makers. Join us at Pack Square Park for these unforgettable evenings of music, community, and celebration.
Downtown After 5 is more than just a concert series—it’s a community staple that celebrates the diversity and creativity of Asheville. Each event is free to the public, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and partners, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of between 5,000 to 6,000 attendees. Food and beverage vendors will be on-site alongside a marketplace where attendees can explore and shop handmade crafts from local makers. Join us at Pack Square Park for these unforgettable evenings of music, community, and celebration.
Raise a stein in the heart of downtown! Asheville Oktoberfest returns to Pack Square Park for a festive day celebrating local beer, music, and community. This free, public event brings together regional beverage producers, live entertainment, traditional games, and food vendors inspired by classic Oktoberfest flavors.
Attendees can expect a lively atmosphere with opportunities to sample beverages from participating breweries, enjoy live music throughout the day, take part in (or cheer on) Oktoberfest-style games, and grab a bite from local food trucks.
Additional event details—including tasting options, schedules, and participating vendors—will be announced closer to the event date.
Prost! Join us in Pack Square Park this October.