Maybe it’s the scenic surroundings, the vibrant cultural diversity or the love of anything electric that inspires so many events and festivals to take root in heart of Asheville, NC. Whatever the reason, residents who inhabit the town certainly reap the benefits of a thriving arts and music scene. No matter what your musical or artistic preferences are, festivals and events in Asheville, NC provide another compelling reason to become a native in this great city.

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  • Silver Stacking Rings September 20, 2020
    08/01/2020 to 10/31/2020 - Spend 2 hours as a jeweler! We will work with silver wire to create a set of three textured stacking rings. Learn the techniques you need to fuse the silver, hammer, and polish the rings to a nice
  • VIRTUAL: Sierra Nevada's Oktoberfest Haus Party September 20, 2020
    09/19/2020 to 09/19/2020 - VIRTUAL: Grab a 6-pack of Oktoberfest and dance like you’re under the big tent! On September 19, join Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., The Polka Brothers, and Empire Strikes Brass for an Oktoberfest bash
  • Super Hero 5K/Super Villain 10K/Super Walk September 20, 2020
    09/19/2020 to 09/19/2020 - The Asheville Brewing Super Hero 5K and its evil cousin, the Super Villain 10K, are returning to the Salvage Station on the river. Dress up and channel your inner super hero or super villain at either
  • Live Music on the Outdoor Stage- Royal Suits September 20, 2020
    09/19/2020 to 09/19/2020 - Salvage Station presents live music by the Royal Suits on our Outdoor Stage on the French Broad River from 6-9pm. Full bar, amazing menu by Root Down Kitchen, and plenty of space to social distance in
  • Paella September 20, 2020
    09/19/2020 to 09/19/2020 - Whether you are a supporter of the Catalans struggle for independence or not, this class is for you. The good thing about food is that it crosses all boundaries. In this delicious menu are some of
  • History Explorers for Kids: Quilts- Colors, Patterns and Symbols September 20, 2020
    09/19/2020 to 09/19/2020 - VIRTUAL: In this program, children will get to view different historic, hand made quilts and learn to recognize quilt patterns. They will finish with an activity in which they color their own quilt
  • CANCELLED: Chasing Trail 8K September 20, 2020
    09/19/2020 to 09/19/2020 - CANCELLED: The Chasing Trail 8K is the off-road component of the Asheville Running Experience Event. Enjoy true outdoor adventure in the Asheville city limits! The race will once again be held at
  • ASAP Farmers Market September 20, 2020
    07/25/2020 to 10/31/2020 - The ASAP Farmers Market is designed to protect shoppers and vendors by maintaining social distances and mitigating potential virus transmission points. Find out more at
  • Beginner Wheel: Get Centered! September 20, 2020
    09/05/2020 to 10/03/2020 - Instructor: Nora Watkins, Saturdays, 10am – 12:30pm, September 5th – October 3rd. A perfect introduction for those just beginning their pottery journey and seasoned beginners who want to sharpen their
  • Foraging Tour September 20, 2020
    08/29/2020 to 10/31/2020 - Ready to go WILD? Join us for three hours “off the eaten path” as we uncover the Garden of Eden all around us: edible greens, berries, mushrooms, flowers, nuts, roots... we never know what we might
  • Lawn Concert with Black Sea Beat Society September 20, 2020
    09/19/2020 to 09/19/2020 - Black Sea Beat Society is Western North Carolina's premier Balkan, Turkish, Middle East brass band. Come enjoy an evening of live music, food and drinks at the Isis patio and lawn. Reservations are
  • VIRTUAL: Slow Art Friday: Is It Art? Part 3 September 19, 2020
    09/18/2020 to 09/18/2020 - VIRTUAL: SLOW ART FRIDAYSEach Friday at 12pm while the Museum is closed, docents lead virtual, in-depth conversations about a few artworks in our Collection or special exhibitions. The goal is simple:
  • VIRTUAL: Guest Appreciation Festival (GAF) September 19, 2020
    09/01/2020 to 09/30/2020 - VIRTUAL: NOC’s Guest Appreciation Festival has been a staple in Western North Carolina since 1982. Bringing together families, friends and the community to celebrate another season of outdoor
  • VIRTUAL: Downtown After 5, presented by Prestige Subaru w/ The Fritz & Jonathan Scales Fourchestra September 19, 2020
    09/18/2020 to 09/18/2020 - VIRTUAL: The Virtual Downtown After 5 series wraps up Friday, Sept. 18 from 5:30-8:30pm with The Fritz and Jonathan Scales Fourchestra. The online concert is brought to you by presenting sponsor,
  • Mel Chin's Wake September 19, 2020
    03/15/2020 to 03/15/2021 - Wake, Mel Chin’s giant animatronic sculpture, installed in New York City’s Times Square last summer, will be on view in Asheville through March 15, 2021, at 44 Collier Avenue. Chin, a WNC based