The world’s leading experts in autism are joining together again for the 7th annual Converge Autism Summit, hosted by the nationally renowned autism treatment program at Springbrook Autism Behavioral Health on March 4th and 5th in Greenville, South Carolina. Hear keynote addresses by animator, educator, and entrepreneur Dani Bowman; MS, BCBA, LBA, Lauren McCarthy; founder […]

Take an Express Tour of our galleries, then go on an adventure with art, music, or storytelling in the Museum’s interactive Art PLAYce. For children ages 0-5 years old and their families or caregivers. Tours will meet in the Museum Atrium and begin at 11:30am. Please arrive no later than 11:25 to allow enough time […]

What can one person do when the Climate Change challenge is so great? The WNC Sierra Club asked multiple knowledgeable people to offer answers at their March meeting. Amy Musser, co-founder and principal of VandeMusser Design, will provide ideas to do at home for energy-saving changes. Tips will range from easy things that any homeowner […]

Hurricane Helene roared through our region and blew apart our lives in ways both monumental and mundane. If you've struggled to put your experiences of Helene into words - and you'd really like to - this workshop is designed to help you tell your stories from the storm. Participants will work through guided writing exercises […]

Join us for a benefit concert with the Darren Nicholson Band on Saturday, April 26, from 6-10 pm at Hickory Nut Gap Farm. Enjoy Grammy-nominated Appalachian Bluegrass. Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the Barn, $10 for ages 8-16, and free for children 7 and under. Proceeds support Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy!

Prepare for an explosive, all-ages adventure with this science-meets-comedy performance, led by a captivating chemist whose character falls somewhere between Mr. Wizard and Mister Rogers. Creatively blending theater arts with the wonders of scientific exploration, star and creator David Epley keeps crowds rolling with laughter through each of his highly interactive, educational and entertaining experiments. […]

Former New York City call girl Mary Goggin shares the true, award-winning story of her upbringing in the Bronx, from alcoholism and drug addiction to prostitution — a journey from utter darkness to joy told with humor and unflinching honesty. Connect with the artist in post-show discussions.

Join us on March 7th at the Memorial or via zoom for a special talk on F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald. "Rich, glamorous and talented, F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald were superstars of the Jazz Age. Although their writing left an indelible mark on American literature, their lives were wild, short and haunted by demons […]

The Ongoing Fight for Freedom: Stories of NC Black Veterans” is a one-man presentation & performance elevating Black freedom fighters and veterans with North Carolina connections – known & unknown, on and off the traditional battlefield – who have engaged in over 400 years of a struggle for freedom, liberty, and equality. Their sacrifices, resistance, […]

Juniper Bends returns with our spring event, celebrating Renewal & Growth. Join us for an evening of poetry, fiction, CNF, and music at Story Parlor. Friday, March 7. Doors at 7 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m. $16 in advance / $20 day of event. Students can attend for free with proof of current student ID, […]

Every weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over. This weekend we have two shows with Naomi Karavani from NYC!! Naomi Karavani is a comedian and writer based in New York City who’s known for her sardonic wit and captivating stories. Her debut album "Firecracker" produced by Comedy Records can be heard […]

Tryon Little Theater’s big musical of the season, Gypsy, will run two weekends — February 28 to March 2, and March 7 to 9 — at the Tryon Fine Arts Center. The musical's lyrics are by Stephen Sondheim, music by Jule Styne, and book by Arthur Laurents. Many consider Gypsy to be one of the […]

Former New York City call girl Mary Goggin shares the true, award-winning story of her upbringing in the Bronx, from alcoholism and drug addiction to prostitution — a journey from utter darkness to joy told with humor and unflinching honesty. Connect with the artist in post-show discussions.

Buffalo Rose, a wildly charismatic six-piece modern folk/Americana band, plays an all-ages concert at The Grey Eagle! BUFFALO ROSE takes the singer-songwriter tradition to a new level by crafting original songs which are emotive, meticulously arranged, and inspired by a world of idiosyncratic influences that never let a dull or predictable moment creep in. This […]

The Olivette Farm 5K & Fun Run, hosted by Asheville Cryotherapy and Recovery, will take place on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 9:30 AM. This unique race offers an early spring challenge for both competitive and novice runners with an on-and-off-road course through the beautiful Olivette Community and Farm. After the race, attendees can enjoy […]

Saturday, March 8th 2025 - Bring your signs & your voice to the sidewalks in the center of Pack Square Park at 1 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801 Women's March https://action.womensmarch.com/events/international-women-s-day-unite-resist-in-city-town-32 Starting at 11:00 a.m., we will gather to honor the relentless pursuit of justice and equality by women throughout history and protest Trump's attempt […]

Join us for a drop-in art activity led by Museum staff! Participants will be invited to create an artwork of their own inspired by on-view exhibitions. All ages and abilities are welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult). Free for Members or included with Museum admission. Registration is not required. The Museum offers pay-what-you-wish […]

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 […]

Tryon Little Theater’s big musical of the season, Gypsy, will run two weekends — February 28 to March 2, and March 7 to 9 — at the Tryon Fine Arts Center. The musical's lyrics are by Stephen Sondheim, music by Jule Styne, and book by Arthur Laurents. Many consider Gypsy to be one of the […]

Former New York City call girl Mary Goggin shares the true, award-winning story of her upbringing in the Bronx, from alcoholism and drug addiction to prostitution — a journey from utter darkness to joy told with humor and unflinching honesty. Connect with the artist in post-show discussions.

Every weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over. This weekend we have two shows with Naomi Karavani from NYC!! Naomi Karavani is a comedian and writer based in New York City who’s known for her sardonic wit and captivating stories. Her debut album "Firecracker" produced by Comedy Records can be heard […]

Tryon Little Theater’s big musical of the season, Gypsy, will run two weekends — February 28 to March 2, and March 7 to 9 — at the Tryon Fine Arts Center. The musical's lyrics are by Stephen Sondheim, music by Jule Styne, and book by Arthur Laurents. Many consider Gypsy to be one of the […]

In this 90-minute workshop you will be working with professional musicians William “Beaver” Bausch, Pete Smith, Max Pollack, and David Ambrosio. This workshop will focus on learning the basics of Afro-Cuban folkloric rhythms with movement, singing, clapping, and percussion. Through hands-on activities, workshop attendees will learn the relationship of clave to the roots of Afro-Cuban […]

Modelface Comedy Presents: Comedy For Community Locals supporting locals is the heart of Asheville. Comedy for Community brings all your favorite local comedians together each week at Catawba Brewing to support the town we love through a variety of local charities and organizations. This week we are supporting Bounty & Soul! Come laugh and learn […]

Grupo los Santos is a NYC-based quartet of guitar, bass, drums and tap dance/body percussion, often augmented with Afro-Cuban batá drums. A funky, rootsy, weirdly eclectic jam-band which pulls equally from the traditions of jazz, rock, funk, Afro-Cuban, Afro-Brazilian, and whatever else they come across. Formed in 1998, Santos has played concerts throughout the U.S.A., […]

Divine Mystery Divine Mystery is the unknown feeling of tears of joy, love, ecstasy and you are no longer in your head anymore, only the body is moving! How does Spirit move through the body? What are the indicators in your body that let you know if Spirit is moving through you? Spirit is something […]

Dementia Workshop Rescheduled for March 13, 2025 Learning to Dance with Dementia: When to Lead, When to Follow and When to Get Out of the Way Originally scheduled in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Helene, this free dementia workshop will now be held from 1-3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 13, 2025, in the Parish Hall of […]

Folkmoot LIVE! is proud to present the Blue Pipa Trio, "From Harlem to Shanghai and Back," a dynamic fusion of jazz history and Chinese tradition. Led by Min Xiao-Fen, one of the world’s great pipa soloists, and joined by the powerhouse Asheville-based duo of guitarist/composer Jay Sanders and bassist Zack Page, this project takes you […]

Eyes Up Here Comedy is a showcase of hilarious femme comedians from all over the country. Tonight we have a special AVL Pride showcase with all of our favorite transgender and nonbinary comics!! Modelface Comedy brings you the best queer comedians from all over the South. Celebrate all the aspects of queer life through laughter. […]

Get ready to immerse yourself in a celebration of rock ‘n roll at an unforgettable weekend filled with iconic music and the stunning beauty of Asheville’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Schedule of Events: Friday, March 14 | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM | The Wildflowers Grand Ballroom Kick off the weekend with an electrifying performance by […]

The Artful Journey with Julianna Caro continues! After an exciting fall looking at art exhibitions on Impressionism, the Harlem Renaissance, John Singer Sargent, and the Venice Biennale, this winter we will gather to explore three new topics: Siena and the Rise of Painting, Black Artists and Ancient Egypt, 1876–Now, and Leap Before You Look: A […]

The Hemlock Restoration Initiative (HRI) is hosting a demonstration of chemical treatment methods to control the invasive hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) on Friday, March 14th 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 […]

The Swannatopia Experimental Art Club will host a FASHION / PUPPET show on Friday, March 14th at BMCM+AC, featuring an improvised live scored orchestra, “river runway,” and a lineup of wearables exploring the theme: “How can we disappear but still be seen?” This closing party will celebrate the exhibition DEER FREAKS…and decoys, located downstairs at […]