The 43rd annual Western North Carolina Parade of Homes, on the weekends of October 12-13 and October 19-20, is a free, self-guided showcase of new and renovated homes by builders in such areas as Asheville, Hendersonville, Brevard, Black Mountain, Fairview, and Clyde. You can tour homes in person or virtually. For information, visit wncparadeofhomes.com.

William Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” explores the idea of fate versus free will, following a young prince as he grapples with grief, betrayal and the pursuit of justice. 7:30pm Friday Oct 11 7:30pm Saturday Oct 12 1pm Sunday Oct 13 7:30pm Friday Oct 18 7:30pm Saturday Oct 19 1pm Sunday Oct 20

Join the Blue Ridge Orchestra for a musical celebration of fall in two 3:00 pm concerts: on Saturday, October 19th in Charles Beall Auditorium of Haywood Community College; and on Sunday, October 20th in Lipinsky Auditorium, UNC Asheville. Finding Home elicits the many emotions that accompany life’s journey and explorations. Experiencing the magic of both […]

Senderos is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting children and communities in Guatemala through educational initiatives. The Celebration will feature live music from students in the El Tejar Music Program, presented via video feed. Attendees will also enjoy one complimentary drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic), authentic Guatemalan finger foods, and a big dose of inspiration. Your […]

The Hemlock Restoration Initiative (HRI) is hosting a demonstration of chemical treatment methods to control the invasive hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) on Tuesday, October 22nd from 1pm to 4pm at the NC Arboretum, located at 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC. Hemlock trees in western North Carolina are an important and irreplaceable component of […]

Modelface Comedy presents Funky Fresh Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! The Comedy is Funky but the ginger beer is Fresh Funky Fresh Comedy is an extra silly night of live comedy on the patio at Ginger's Revenge! A fun mix of your favorite local comics and some silly boys from NYC! All for only $7!!! Ginger's […]

Find The Warrior in You! We are not cancelled! Join Karen to move your truth and how you are emotionally and physically with the aftermath of Helene! Stand and move to what you believe in! Be Brave, Courageous and Bold! How do you protect your inner core or your soul? We move to the Maps […]

Securely ranked among Scotland’s most innovative musical exports, this skilled and imaginative contemporary folk act unites Highland and Island traditions, infusing the old with the new to create a sound that’s fresh and distinctive, yet stays true to its heritage. In performances as “polished as passionate,” the multi-award-winning group matches “fiery intensity with exquisite finesse” […]

True life becomes stranger than fiction when an acclaimed romance novelist wakes up in the home of his “number one fan.” Rescued from a wintery car crash, Sheldon finds himself incapacitated and convalescing in the secluded home of Annie Wilkes, a seemingly kind nurse. When events take a nightmarish turn, the injured Paul realizes the […]

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have an extra silly comedy showcase! Aaron Naylor is one of the silliest boys around and he will be hosting a night of pure buffoonery at the LaZoom Room!! Aaron will be joined with a group of silly-billy local and […]

—This event is STILL ON despite the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. We hope that by continuing to provide this opportunity for some simple plant therapy and connection with each other, this nature restoration-centered event may offer some reprieve from the daily realities so many of us have been experiencing.— Join the Hemlock Restoration Initiative on […]

Grab some friends and prepare to get spooky. In this two-hour workshop, you will learn choreography from Michael Jackson’s Creepy Classic “Thriller” and sip on a Spooky Halloween-themed cocktail (or mocktail if you’d rather). No dance experience is necessary, but costumes are encouraged! October 25th • 6-8pm Registration $25, Members $20 Ages 21+

Join us the Final Friday of each month at LEAF Global Experience for Fuego Friday!! This is a Salsa Social complete with DJ Dance Party with DJ Haviken Hayes and Dance Lesson with Monika Guerra! 6-10 p.m., $15

Weaving a spell with emotional, inspirational and expressive poetry, this award-winning writer and spoken-word artist mesmerizes audiences with his unabashed heart, raw energy and profound truths.

Every Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Chris Martin from NYC!! Chris is a British standup, actor, and writer who has toured in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. Described as "one of the UK’s best young observationalists” by The Guardian. His TV credits […]

risp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester, NC at Noble Cider and hosted by Leicesters own Clay Jones! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two shows are the same! This month we have a spooky lineup of some of our favorite comedians! Featuring Clay Jones, Gabe Kerr, Scott Wharton and […]

Every weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best stand up comedians from all over the country! This week we are testing the waters with our first comedy show in Asheville after Hurricane Helene A group of your favorite local comics will be flushing out the pipes, shaking off the dust and throwing out the first […]

The 10th Annual Trick or Trail 5k & Spooky Sprint 1 Mile presented by Hunter Subaru returns to the heart of Hendersonville for 2024! Get ready to have some fun at the 10th Annual Trick or Trail 5k & Spooky Sprint 1 Mile, presented by Hunter Subaru! This Halloween-themed race will bring runners back to […]

TOUCH-A-TRUCK is an annual community-wide event where both kids and kids at heart have the opportunity to see, touch, and learn about vehicles of all types, including public service, emergency, utility, construction, delivery, and public transportation — all in one place! Guests will meet the drivers and operators of these vehicles. Children will be able […]

Join us for a benefit event at The Mule at Devil's Foot Beverage on Saturday, October 26, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. By donation at the door. 

 This pop-up, for our Asheville-area friends, is a gathering in support of artists who are serving their communities. Family-friendly events all day: live music on two stages, Easel Rider, […]

Friends, it is time once again for Asheville’s most fantastical festival of freakiness and fun… The Surreal Sirkus Arts Festival! As always, this is a FREE community event, brought to you by Arts 2 People, the organization that put on LAAFF for 15 years downtown. This year’s festival will be bigger than ever with three […]

Get ready for a howlin' good time at the 22nd Annual HowlOWeen Pet Parade in Black Mountain! This year, the festivities are even more special as we’re wagging our tails to support Rusty’s Legacy. Whether your furry friend struts their stuff or joins you in a matching costume, this is the purr-fect event to celebrate […]

🎃 👻 Join the Ultimate Halloween Bar Crawl Experience! 🎃 👻 Get ready for a spooktacular night with Crawl With US at The Official 7th Annual Halloween Bar Crawl! 👽 Join Hundreds Of Spooky Crawlers 🍹 2-3 Drinks or Shots Included With Your Ticket 🚫 No Cover At All Bars, Mid Party, & After Party […]

Weaving a spell with emotional, inspirational and expressive poetry, this award-winning writer and spoken-word artist mesmerizes audiences with his unabashed heart, raw energy and profound truths.

RPB is a formidable improv comedy group consisting of Tom Chalmers, Mondy Carter, Karen Stobbe, Kim Richardson and Josh Batenhorst. This is how it works: RPBs will ask the audience for suggestions and then they make that come to technicolor life. Get ready to be a part of the experience because this show will push […]

Secret Locations. Shhh...it's a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on […]

Every Saturday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a secret lineup of amazing comedians!!! Secret Garden Comedy is live at the Hi-Wire RAD Beer Garden! A fun mix of local favorites and big city comics all the way from New York City and who knows who […]

Amigurumi, the Japanese art of crocheting stuffed toys, has become wildly popular across the world. This beginner-friendly class will teach you the basic stitches and techniques necessary to make your Amigurumi toys and follow patterns confidently. Materials are provided for the first two classes, with the option to bring your own or purchase materials from […]

Join us on Tuesday, October 29, for an evening with Vancouver based singer-songwriter Joshua Hyslop. Special guest to be announced. Doors at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. $15 advance / $20 at the door. Joshua Hyslop makes a triumphant return with new album Westward, via Nettwerk. Since emerging with his 2012 full-length debut Where […]

Join us for a healing journey into altered states of consciousness as we flow through brain wave states with soundscapes & energy work! The Innerdance is a music-based, meditative, healing journey. It involves the use of special soundscapes that mimic circadian rhythms and enable people to move effortlessly between different brain wave states. As a result, […]

Join Eyes Up Here Comedy & Modelface Comedy for the premiere open mic for the rest of us -- Everybody But You Bro is a comedy mic for women, non-binary, and femme folks to take the stage and tell jokes -- up to 5 minutes. This is a queer and trans-inclusive mic. We don’t punch […]

Join us at AMOS for a community Halloween party! This Halloween, there’s a mystery afoot in the museum...It seems as though one of our T. Currei’s bones has gone missing! Use STEAM skills to catch the culprit. Decode puzzles, conduct experiments, explore never-before seen parts of the museum, and even get a chance to interrogate […]

Registration is now open for The North Carolina Writers’ Network 2024 Fall Conference. The conference will open on Friday, November 1, with a keynote address by Ron Rash, author of The Caretaker, Serena, and The World Made Straight. The Fall Conference takes place November 1-3, 2024 at the DoubleTree Asheville in Biltmore Village. The organization’s […]

Every Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we bring you Zak Toscani from Los Angeles! Zak Toscani is a standup comedian and writer living in Los Angeles, CA. Zak started comedy in Portland but it has since taken him across the country and around the world. […]

Experience the exceptional communicative power and intoxicating stage dynamic of this unique and widely acclaimed ensemble, self-described as the world’s only “Piano Windtet.” Praised by critics as “a breath of fresh air,” ensemble 4.1 is devoted to presenting original masterpieces in a new light, while also discovering and performing rarely played compositions from the turn […]