ABSFest Friday FanDom Nerdlesque VIP Doors: 7:00 PM GA Doors: 7:30 PM Show: 8:00 PM AGES 18+ SEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF VIP TICKETS AVAILABLE Purchase Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/servlet/s/38222122 ABSFEST FRIDAY FANDOM NERDLESQUE We're bringing back our Friday Nerdlesque show for our 17th year, bringing together national burlesque, sideshow and variety artists! See your favorite Sci-Fi, […]

HIGH HORSE is a Boston-based progressive-acoustic stringband breathing the energy of alternative rock into an indelible blend of Bluegrass, Old-time, and Folk magic with crisp vocals and virtuosic chops. Four friends with three bows, one pick, and great vibes deliver a rollicking romp as the band High Horse. Comprised of fiddler Carson McHaney, cellist Karl […]

AGES 18+ SEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF VIP TICKETS AVAILABLE ABSFEST FRIDAY FANDOM NERDLESQUE We’re bringing back our Friday Nerdlesque show for our 17th year, bringing together national burlesque, sideshow and variety artists! See your favorite Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Music and Pop Culture FanDoms flying their freak flags. Hosted by Atlanta’s stunning Lady of Leg-i-Tude, Lola […]

Modelface Comedy Club brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have Sarah Love from Asheville and her friends!!! YIKES! is a show of dating disaster stories and stand up comedy hosted by local favorite Sarah Love. Join Sarah and a group of amazing comedians as they share their dating […]

Come spend 1.5 hours at Ignite jewelry Studios and create this dazzling pair of earrings! Each textured design is individually chosen and pressed into brass using a rolling mill. A few more steps and you will be amazed that you were able to make these yourself in our metalsmithing studio. *All Materials Included! **Silver Upgrade […]

A deeper, immersive workshop using hot wax and botanical printing on silk. Participants use leaves and plants as stamps to build layered compositions, working from light to dark to create depth and texture. Each student creates a wearable or frameable silk piece.

Book sale, family time, memory making escapade. Come enjoy the festive week with our family by bringing yours. *Date and times as follows* Saturday June 6, 2026 (10am - 7pm) Sunday June 7, 2026 (Noon - 7pm) Monday June 8, 2026 (10am - 7pm) Tuesday June 9, 2026 (10am - 7pm) Wednesday June 10, 2026 […]

This is our 56th annual book sale event. Located on Brevard College Campus. This year, event will be at McClarty-Goodson Hall. Directions will be provided once you enter the college. Event Dates and Times: Saturday June 6th 10 am- 7pm Sunday June7th 12pm- 7pm Monday June 8th 10am - 7pm Tuesday June 9th 10am- 7pm […]

What happens when stress, emotion, and the nervous system collide? This engaging talk explores how modern neuroscience explains something many people feel but struggle to name: how life experiences — especially stress and emotional overwhelm — shape the body, influence the brain, and affect our sense of well-being. Walk away with practical techniques you can […]

International circus skills performer and teacher Paolo Garbanzo takes you on a journey, from fundamental whip safety to dynamic techniques for stage. Moving from the basics to more advanced whipcracks, this class progresses at the pace of the students. Some whips will be available for loan and sale. Whip is LOUD. ➡ About Paolo - […]

Join us in this hands on class where you will make a hammered sterling silver wide band ring. One of Ignite's fabulous instructors will take you through the process step by step including soldering, shaping, hammering, and finishing your ring. These also make great wedding bands! Come make your own wedding bands (or each other’s) […]

Already know something about tarot and want to read for others? Want to read cards at festivals, parties, and corporate events? There are important legal and ethical considerations to understand before you take your personal passion public. Let’s dive deep into the do’s-and-don’ts of cartomancy for money. We will touch on the history of fortunetelling […]

Come sass it up in this super fun bellydance/burlesque fusion workshop! Designed for all levels of movers and shakers, we will be movin’ and shakin’ with absolutely zero judgement, so wear what makes you feel comfortable and unrestricted, and bring plenty of water, a notebook, and a towel if needed! We’ll do a burlesque movement […]

CANON TYLER Canon Tyler is a singer-songwriter & guitarist from the hills of North Georgia. With sonic elements of Bluegrass and Contemporary Acoustic Music, Tyler’s lyrics blend the story telling aspects of traditional American folk and Laurel Canyon era singer-songwriters. Together this creates a sound that is both fresh and familiar to fans of roots […]

In conjunction with Carolinas Sketch Crawl, sketchers are invited to gather at Hi-Wire Brewing RAD to sketch, hang out and pass around their sketchbooks to share their art with others.

Our 17th annual Saturday Spectacular is THE Burlesque & Variety Show not to miss in Asheville! Legendary artists from across the country light up the stage, bringing live music, empowering burlesque, and more. Enjoy our artisanal vendors. Raffle benefits Sister Kitten animal rescue. VIPS enjoy preferential seating, vendor access and a charming live music Pre-Show […]

Based on the beloved novel by Louisa May Alcott, Little Women follows the March sisters — Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy — as they navigate the joys, heartbreaks, and coming of age during and after the Civil War. Full of sweeping music, heartfelt storytelling, and moments of profound tenderness, this Broadway-style adaptation brings Alcott’s timeless […]

American Tune: Simon, Croce & Taylor takes you on a magical trip back to the 1970s to experience the timeless music and prolific songwriting of Paul Simon, Jim Croce and James Taylor. Relive the intimate storytelling, intricate chord changes and breathtaking melodies of these gifted artists – their work building on and transcending the more […]

Modelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! We are celebrating Pride Month in Comedy!! Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from Asheville and around the South East. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry. ages 18+ doors at […]

Modelface Comedy presents The Witching Hour Comedy Showcase at Eda Rhyne Distillery Witching Hour is a dark and dirty comedy show featuring some of the filthiest comics in the South!! Combining dark humor with hauntingly delicious Appalachian cocktails. This show is ages 21 and up and NC17 Doors at 9:30pm, show at 10pm Tickets $18

Join us for Yoga Taco Mosa the first Sunday of every month. This is a donation based slow flow class lead by the ever so lovely, Clare Desmelik. Bring your yoga mat, water bottle and an open heart while we honor one another and stretch into our Sunday. We’ll follow the class with tacos and […]

ABSFest Brunch: Church of Decadence Doors: 12:00 PM Show: 12:30 PM AGES 18+ SEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF VIP TICKETS AVAILABLE Purchase Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/servlet/s/38222123 ABSFEST BRUNCH: CHURCH OF DECADENCE The brunch show is BACK and hosted by Padre Pavlvs, aka international juggler and comedian Paolo Garbanzo! Join us for a breakfast buffet of empowered debauchery […]

Get ready to celebrate all things honey, pollinators, and community at Asheville HoneyFest 2026! Join us on Sunday, June 7, 2026, from 12-6PM at Highland Brewing for an unforgettable afternoon of flavor, learning, and fun. This beloved annual festival brings together local beekeepers, artisans, educators, and musicians for a vibrant experience featuring live music, food […]

ALLI MARSHALL launches her new novelette The Persephone Project with a reading, book signing, Persephone-inspired music, treats, and surprises. Dress as your inner goddess! Flower crowns appreciated.
 Sunday, June 7, 1-3 p.m. at Story Parlor Free event as part of Story Parlor’s Sunday Sessions! About the book: A contemporary retelling of the Persephone myth in […]

Your favorite word game! Maybe you enjoy Wordle, or Boggle, or Words with Friends, or online Scrabble! Or maybe you remember enjoying Scrabble in the past! We have all the equipment, so just stroll in and let's play a few games every Sunday afternoon! It's fine to drop by, be late, leave early, but soon […]

Join us for a celebration of our region’s elusive Blue Ghost Firefly and the unique ecology of Western North Carolina. The southern Appalachian mountains are home to a number of unique species, but the fireflies are truly a magical spring and summertime treat. Blue Ghosts really do glow blue, and hover dimly in forested areas. […]

HOLLAND NEGATIVE & THE BOG W/ SPECIAL GUEST DOUG MCELVY Leaning heavily on Southern-gothic themes and with an all-star of local musicians, Holland Negative draws on his experiences growing up in WNC to shape his songwriting. His debut EP Live! Uninvited! was released in 2025 and his second, Break Even, was released in 2026.

Based on the beloved novel by Louisa May Alcott, Little Women follows the March sisters — Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy — as they navigate the joys, heartbreaks, and coming of age during and after the Civil War. Full of sweeping music, heartfelt storytelling, and moments of profound tenderness, this Broadway-style adaptation brings Alcott’s timeless […]

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are LaughsMaxxing! Get ready to get joke mogged! LaughsMaxxing is the hottest new TikTok trend. You will laugh so much that it will strengthen your facial muscles making you at least 10-60% hotter* The LaughsMaxxing show will be […]

We are so excited to announce a special Membership Appreciation Day for supporters of the Memorial and members of the Friends of Thomas Wolfe. Join us as we open with special afternoon hours on Sunday, June 7th, where members can bring up to two complimentary guests for a special furniture-themed tour of the historic boardinghouse, […]

Based on the best-seller that inspired the iconic film, THE NOTEBOOK tells the story of Allie & Noah, who share a lifetime of love despite forces that threaten to tear them apart. Showtimes: June 9-11 at 7:30pm, June 12 at 8pm, June 13 at 2pm & 8pm, June 14 at 1pm & 6:30pnm

Modelface Comedy presents Hot & Horny Comedy Showcase Celebrate the hottest/ funniest day of the year with some of the horniest comics around! And what is sexier than a sense of humor? Jokes, stories and more about dating, love, lust and everything else. Singles, couples, throuples and all are welcome! Pop off that top and […]

Finding the Mystery! There is so much we can not see, feel, touch or even imagine in our bodies and lives. It is not easy to navigate what is not seen, felt, or touched. We need to allow and except the Mystery in our bodies and lives to seek out surprises that may occur sometimes. […]

– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE ZG SMITH & MADISON HUGHES ZG Smith is the Los Angeles-born, Nashville-based son of an English professor mother and a shipwreck diver and underwater archaeologist father. For over ten years, he fronted the band Smooth Hound Smith who headlined tours in the US, Europe, and the […]

lots of hands into a pretty room — lots of hands’ debut on Fire Talk Records — exists in the tear-stained early mornings of adolescence, just as the sun makes its first appearance over the horizon and thoughts of the night before begin to subside. A collage of reworked demos, freewheeling session standouts, and swatches […]