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.

Upcoming Events

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  • Think Tank Tuesdays Trivia Night August 28, 2019
    07/23/2019 to 11/26/2019 - Hillman Beer's Trivia Night is on Tuesdays from 7pm-9pm! Get ready to drink some beer, test your wit, and have some fun! Details: - Please arrive at 6:30pm - Max 6 people per team - First place gets
  • Swing Asheville Dance! August 28, 2019
    07/02/2019 to 09/17/2019 - Catch the good vibrations at the block OFF BILTMORE! There will be swingin’ music, and great classes for beginners! Stay late for our post-band blues DJ! Plus the venue is not only gorgeous, but they
  • Tuesday Bluegrass Sessions hosted by Holly Hill Ramblers August 28, 2019
    08/27/2019 to 08/27/2019 - Genre: Bluegrass 5PM Door : Free 7:30 Host Band : Holly Hill Ramblers 9:30PM Sessions : Open Jam The Holly Hill Ramblers is a group of Asheville, NC-based musicians who love traditional, hard-driving
  • Stella Blue Presents: Irata August 28, 2019
    08/27/2019 to 08/27/2019 - Heavy Rock from Greensboro, NC. There's a fantastic bumper sticker that simply reads "evolution isn't over." This could also be Irata's slogan. Since its 2007 genesis at the hands of founding members
  • Riding Appalachia : Art Reception / Meet + Greet August 28, 2019
    08/27/2019 to 08/27/2019 - Twisted Laurel in Weaverville will be hosting a casual meet-and-greet reception on Tuesday, August 27th, for local artist Kathleen Olander whose work is currently showing in the restaurant through
  • Summer Jam Festival at West Asheville Tailgate Market August 28, 2019
    08/27/2019 to 08/27/2019 - Come be a part of the fun when the West Asheville Tailgate Market hosts a big Haywood Road block party called the 'Summer Jam Festival! It's our way of saying farewell to summer and bringing the whole
  • PATIO SHOW :: Mr. Jimmy August 28, 2019
    08/27/2019 to 08/27/2019 - Mr. Jimmy MR JIMMY is the solo project of guitarist / vocalist Jim “Ang” Anderson, who has fronted The Chicago Kingsnakes Blues band for the past 35 years, performing over 3000 shows. MR JIMMY
  • Open Mic Night August 28, 2019
    06/25/2019 to 09/24/2019 - Open Mic is an open format invitation. Everything from drums, to spoken word. We generally have a large group of performers. Each performer gets 2-3 songs depending on the list. Each month we
  • Paws on the Patio August 28, 2019
    08/27/2019 to 08/27/2019 - Join Asheville's own Craft Cocktail expert, the Urban Gastronome, at downtown's Daphne at Twisted Laurel on Tuesday, August 27th from 6 to 8pm for this social gathering of furries and friends on their
  • Luminary Craft Exhibition August 28, 2019
    08/27/2019 to 08/27/2019 - Luminary Craft is a free-event showcase of pioneering craftsman and artists in the Asheville area. The Cloud Room of Wedge Foundation is the perfect location as it features artisanal furniture by
  • Live Music at The Imperial Life August 28, 2019
    11/28/2017 to 10/08/2019 - Leo Johnson performs live gypsy jazz every Monday & Tuesday night at The Imperial Life, the intimate cocktail lounge above Table, from 9pm - 12am.
  • Open Mic at Vintage Kava August 28, 2019
    08/13/2019 to 11/12/2019 - Come share your talent with the community! All acts welcome (music, jokes, dancing, poetry, storytelling, etc) Stop by to sign up for your slot!
  • Beacon Blankets: The Mill, A New Exhibit August 28, 2019
    05/14/2019 to 08/30/2019 - This summer and into the fall, the Swannanoa Valley Museum is exploring the story of the textile industry in Western North Carolina through its new exhibit “Beacon Blankets: The Mill.” This multimedia
  • Inspiration in the Mountains: Writers & Western North Carolina Exhibit August 28, 2019
    06/14/2019 to 09/29/2019 - OLD FORT, NC — Did you know that Alexander Key, author of the beloved science-fiction novel, Escape to Witch Mountain, lived in Macon County for a while? Or that famous English children’s author
  • J. Holiday w/ Josh Waters August 28, 2019
    08/27/2019 to 08/27/2019 - J. Holiday WEBSITE FACEBOOK TWITTER INSTAGRAM WATCH J. Holiday, is an American singer, songwriter, rapper and actor. He came into prominence in 2007 with his breakthrough hit "Bed",