Join us in the beautiful Asheville neighborhood of Olivette for an outdoor concert by critically-acclaimed singer/songwriter Liz Longley and special guest Jesse Ruben. $25•KIDS ARE FREE•BYOB•BYOC (chair) Best known for her stop-you-in-your-tracks voice, Liz Longley is an accomplished singer-songwriter based in Nashville, Tennessee. With her deeply emotional songs, Longley has earned accolades from some of […]

Help our community save 45-acres of forest from destruction by UNCA. Jazz for the Woods, held at Little Jumbo, benefits the Save the Woods campaign. Join us on Sunday, May 18. Doors at 4pm / Live music 5:30-7:30pm. Listen to fresh takes on old standards by the Asheville Jazz Collective. Learn more about our cause at saveuncawoods.org.

Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country, and this week we have Joe Pettis from Atlanta! Joe Pettis is a current stand-up comic and former senior class vice president (CCHS 2001). After graduating college with a degree in American Literature, he stopped reading books to pursue a career […]

Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country, and this week we have Joe Pettis from Atlanta! Joe Pettis is a current stand-up comic and former senior class vice president (CCHS 2001). After graduating college with a degree in American Literature, he stopped reading books to pursue a career […]

Every Sunday Alex Parsons and Josie Beers host Freshen Up at VOWL Bar. Stand up comedy open mic with a focus on new material. Bring your best new jokes each week or just come watch your favorite local comedians Anyone is welcome to participate Signups start at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm no cover ages […]

Asheville, NC — May 18, 2025 – Nationally touring comedian Sam Miller brings his raw, hilarious, and heart-forward stand-up to The Urban Orchard in Asheville for one night only. Known for his towering presence (literally—he’s 6’6”, 360 pounds) and deeply personal stories, Sam offers audiences a comedy experience that’s as healing as it is hysterical. […]

Mountain Institute for Lifelong Learning at Warren Wilson College is a vessel for community building, exploration, adventure, place-based learning, and the ignition of new passion for lifelong learners. These are non-credit bearing experiences, ranging in length from one to three weeks, that bring learners to our campus in Asheville, NC or send them on global […]

Celebrate U! I want to celebrate all old and new dancers that have supported the 5Rhythms® practice in Asheville, NC over the years! All old and new dancers have kept our classes going for so many years! I appreciate everyone's support and that you all show up for the practice in Asheville! May we continue […]

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a special AVL Beer Week comedy showcase!!! A killer lineup of local favorites and nationally touring comedians and River Arts District Brewing's award winning craft beer is the recipe for a perfect night! ages 18+ doors at 7:30, show at […]

Alma Russ is a singer/songwriter living in western North Carolina. She sings a blend of folk, bluegrass, and mountain ballads and plays fiddle, claw-hammer banjo and guitar.

Folkmoot LIVE! is pleased to present A Latin American Musical Experience featuring one of Asheville’s newest and most exciting bands, Las Montañitas. Las Montañitas brings the Andes to the Appalachians. Their music draws heavily from the Chicha Cumbia scene that emerged in Peru in the late 1960s, featuring psychedelic surf guitar tone, Afro-Colombian dance grooves […]

Every Thursday Modelface Comedy 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 […]

Join us in this hands on class where you will make a hammered sterling silver wide band ring. One of Ignite's talented instructors will take you through the process step by step including soldering, shaping, hammering, and finishing your ring. These also make great wedding bands! You'll leave with a beautiful ring made to size […]

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have Kate Willett from NYC!! Kate Willett is a comedian, actress and writer who has appeared on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert and Netflix’s Comedy Lineup. She’s the author of the Audible Original “Dirtbag Anthropology.” She’s the cohost of […]

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have Kate Willett from NYC!! Kate Willett is a comedian, actress and writer who has appeared on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert and Netflix’s Comedy Lineup. She’s the author of the Audible Original “Dirtbag Anthropology.” She’s the cohost of […]

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have an extra messy AVL Beer Week show! Crushing It comedy showcase is a throwback to our first years of drinking beer. As each comic takes the stage they will chug or shotgun a beer before telling jokes! It's going […]

Immerse yourself in the rich community of local flavors, crafts, and more at the Hendersonville Farmers Market. Set against the charming backdrop of the Historic Train Depot in downtown Hendersonville's Seventh Avenue District, this weekly market is not just an event; it's a celebration of local resilience, sustainability, and the vibrant tapestry of community life. […]

Embark on a horticultural adventure at Garden Jubilee 2025, Western North Carolina’s signature gardening event held Memorial Day weekend, May 24–25, along seven blocks of Main Street in historic downtown Hendersonville. Hosted by the Friends of Downtown Hendersonville and presented by Stuller Power Solutions, this beloved two-day festival unites plant lovers, artisans, and experts in […]

🎭 Guys & Dolls Dinner Theater + Casino Night Experience a fabulous night out with Guys and Dolls, the iconic Broadway musical that brings the glitz, glam, and charm of 1950s New York City to life! Enjoy a full evening of entertainment with a professionally catered dinner, welcome reception with hors d’oeuvres, and a decadent […]

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have Billy Wayne Davis!! Billy Wayne Davis has appeared on Conan, Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central, lent his voice & producing skills to SquidBillies, hosted a travel doc for CMT, opened for Sturgill Simpson, and made a quick appearance in […]

Friday @ The Grey Eagle sees the return of our FanDom Nerdlesque Show, hosted by Atlanta’s Lola LeSoleil. Your favorite fandoms brought to the stage! From sexy Star Wars to sassy Super Mario, this sexy, silly and surprising show has something for everybody. VIPs enjoy early seating, an amazing circus pre-show, and themed goody bags.

For the 16th annual Asheville Burlesque & Sideshow Festival, we remain committed to education and community resources. We are offering at The Orange Peel from 12-3:30pm the following Workshops: Bellydance with Naimah, Burlesque with Jo’Rie Tigerlily, Drag with Qing Blaze, & a free facilitated discussion for the variety arts community: Resilience and Ethics for Artists […]

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend 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 include THE […]

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend 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 include THE […]

Every Sunday Alex Parsons and Josie Beers host Freshen Up at VOWL Bar. Stand up comedy open mic with a focus on new material. Bring your best new jokes each week or just come watch your favorite local comedians Anyone is welcome to participate Signups start at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm no cover ages […]

TONIGHT is The Saturday Spectacular. Don’t Miss This Show; the most glamorous showgirls, astonishing aerials, and delicious vendors, as well as vibrant acts of rebellion, comedy and dexterity. This is the 16th year of Asheville's beloved variety arts festival, and this show is hosted by festival founder Madame Onça! VIPs enjoy early expedited seating, shopping […]

It's the 16th annual Asheville Burlesque & Sideshow Festival! Sunday at The Grey Eagle brings the brunch show at the Church of Decadence, hosted by pin-up priestess Phoebe Nyx. Come feel the holy spirit of burlesque moving through you. Dress for church - be that church hats, mumus, or pjs. The raffle benefits local cat […]

This show will be at an indoor location. At this show you can buy drinks at the venue and bring outside food and buy snacks at the venue. This show will have chairs provided. This show is wheelchair accessible. 21+ show. Secret Locations. Shhh...it's a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general […]

Jazz for Justice 2025 Wednesday, May 28th 2025 Highland Brewing Company 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. A reimagined Jazz for Justice returns! Connect with friends old and new, as you enjoy gourmet food, delicious drinks, and the vibrant sounds of live jazz performed by talented local artists. Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating our community, […]

Modelface Comedy presents Cheap and Trashy! A $5 low brow comedy show at VOWL bar on the last Wednesday every month. Cheap and Trashy comedy is a comedy showcase featuring the best comedians from all over the country and your local favorites! The show is only $5, and will feature some great jokes and some […]

Celebrate the opening of ᏗᏓᏂᏏᏍᎩ ᎦᏓᏆᏟ Didanisisgi Gadagwatli: A Showcase of Pottery from the Mud Dauber Community Workshop at the Museum of the Cherokee People. Students of Tara McCoy (Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians) will exhibit works they handcrafted throughout the winter during this intensive three-month workshop. From 11am-4pm, shop for ceramic art and much […]

Spring Bloom Gala: Gather & Grow A Benefit for Asheville Waldorf School May 29, 2025 | 5–9 PM Treska’s on Highland Lake, Flat Rock, NC Join us for Asheville Waldorf School’s Annual Spring Bloom Gala—an evening devoted to connection, nourishment, and collective flourishing. In collaboration with Mother Earth Food and Heidi Zellie of Appalachian Watershed […]

Join us for the Asheville book launch of The Anthology of Black Mountain College Poetry. Co-editor Joseph Bathanti will join us at the museum, and a multi-generational lineup of WNC poets, curated in collaboration with Bagatelle Books, will read excerpts from the anthology. Edited by Blake Hobby, Alessandro Porco, Joseph Bathanti, The Anthology of Black […]

We love to throw parties, and we are throwing a big one to celebrate 18 years in business! Playing outside will be hard rock cover band, Future26 from 5-6, and blues, soul, rock n’roll band, The Pleasure Chest from 6-9. We will be serving our normal menu inside, and Hickory Nut Gap Brats outside.There will […]

Every Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Jason Salmon from NYC! Jason Salmon is a Texas born, NYC based standup whose comedy has been described as “…like getting the best advice you’ve ever gotten…from the dumbest guy you know.” He’s headlined all over the […]