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30+ kid-friendly activities in and around Asheville
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Asheville has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
December 29, 2025 01:17 PM
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Images of Trolls: A Field Study, an exhibit at The North Carolina Arboretum. All trolls are about 7 to 9 feet tall and made of wood, and have playful expressions. They stand among woods and gardens.
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The North Carolina Arboretum’s most whimsical winter yet
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A rotating GIF of the Asheville symphony orchestra performing on a stage in an elegant-looking church, dressed in black tie attire.
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Celebrate the holiday season with the Asheville Symphony
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A rotating gif of images of Thomas Dambo's Trolls: A Field Study exhibit at The North Carolina Arboretum
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Try This: Go troll hunting at The North Carolina Arboretum
The Danish artist’s towering troll sculptures can be found all over the world, including in Asheville until February 2026.
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Meet “Fluvial,” the newest stop on the Asheville Urban Trail
Metal worker Rachel David created the public art piece outside the historic S&W building, paying homage to its Art Deco architect, Douglas Ellington.
November 13, 2025
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Grace Powers
Photos of acrobats performing on stage with an orchestra.
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🎵 Holiday classics + acrobatics at Cirque de la Symphonie
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Date night ideas for every type of Ashevillian
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in Asheville.
October 20, 2025
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Rear view of a band performing on stage, with vibrant blue and purple lights creating an exciting atmosphere. Drums and other instruments in the foreground.
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Step into Appalachian music history at The Asheville Sessions
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Meet ReMix It, Asheville’s upcoming creative reuse store
The nonprofit is opening a retail store to make art supplies more accessible and more affordable.
October 13, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Lamplight AVL’s plans to bring affordable artist studios to West Asheville
The arts nonprofit is transforming the house at 2 Westwood Pl. into a creative hub with studio space and community programming.
October 9, 2025
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Grace Powers
A rotating gif of four images showing various light displays at the arboretum
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Winter Lights returns to The Arboretum with a new twist
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