Culture

Since 1928, this local festival has been celebrating the traditional music, dance, and storytelling of the Southern Appalachians.
The music festival’s second year promises even more artists and venues over its four days of performances and events.
Third places are public, informal gathering spaces you frequent in your community. We’re here to help you give you recommendations and help you find your third place around Asheville.
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable Asheville nod there — these craft beers found around Beer City, USA take local pride seriously.
This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Asheville, NC.
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Artist Scott Allred is bringing vibrant hues and locally inspired scenes to the exterior of the soon-to-be-opened Moxy Hotel.
We’ve got details and a map full of drink deals: We’ll be highlighting the vibrant beverage scene across Asheville, NC from July 22 to July 26, 2024.
Make a plan to attend these three new festivals in the Asheville area this summer.
Dining in Asheville is always a fresh experience with new restaurants + bars popping up all the time — and more on the way.
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The 77th annual four-day downtown event features live music, craft demonstrations, and original works from regional artists.
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Learn about the history of radio in WNC and get your hands on some old tech at these special upcoming events.
From baseball to soccer, we’re sharing all the details of sports teams in Asheville.
Hosted by Asheville Parks and Recreation, these casual chats with Director D. Tyrell McGirt are a way to keep the Recreate Asheville conversation going.
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The Paris 2024 Olympics will spotlight several new sports: breaking, skateboarding, sport climbing, and surfing. Here’s where you can channel your inner Olympian and try out these sports in Asheville.
Cultivate Climbing announced a November opening date for its upcoming bouldering gym, as well as plans for a third location focused on advanced training and wellness.
The company just launched its spontaneous travel concept in a few drivetime cities — and Asheville made the list.
The City of Asheville is collecting feedback to inform the Request for Proposals and the shape that the future Downtown Asheville BID will take.
Henry Patten won a men’s doubles title alongside partner Harri Heliovaara, making Patten the first Bulldog to bring home hardware from Wimbledon.