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Immerse yourself in local music history at these Asheville Sessions events
The centennial celebration of the historic commercial recordings of Americana music is this Thursday, Nov. 6 through Sunday, Nov. 9.
November 05, 2025 12:14 PM
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Grace Powers
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“Napoleon Dynamite Live!” is headed to Asheville this winter
One of the most quoted movies of the 2000s is coming back to life with a live show.
July 21, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Tune in to these summer film series in Asheville
Grab your crew or make it a solo date to screen flicks from horror to animation at these local movie nights.
July 7, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Rent a private pool in the Asheville area with Swimply
Explore unique pools in and around Asheville, perfect for a refreshing getaway, a social gathering, or some solo relaxation.
July 3, 2025
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The Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands is back this month
Celebrate 78 years of fine craft, community, and creativity with 100+ regional artists, live demonstrations, and handmade goods.⁠
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Culture
Thrive in the second half of 2025 in Asheville
It’s halftime, folks. How are we making the rest of 2025 the best of 2025?
July 1, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Live
Scour the shelves of these local bookstores
Find a favorite, get cozy, and explore a world between the pages.
June 26, 2025
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Culture
Thomas Dambo’s world-famous trolls are heading to Asheville
The NC Arboretum will be the first North American host of the Danish artist’s “Trolls: A Field Study” exhibit, running mid-November to late February.
June 26, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Culture
How to spend the longest day of the year in Asheville
The summer solstice is the longest day of the year, and we’ve got all the best ways to celebrate around town.
June 19, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Culture
Niche WNC museums you might not know about
From rare cars to a collection of aluminum Christmas trees, you’ll be dazzled at these area museums.
June 18, 2025
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Brook Bolen
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25+ great brunch restaurants to try in Asheville
Asheville restaurants, cafes, and diners serving up all the eggs, pancakes, shakshuka, mimosas, and other brunch favorites that will start your day off right.
June 18, 2025
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Buncombe County’s plans for new Swannanoa and West Asheville EMS bases
To field increased emergency call volumes, a standalone EMS base will be built in Swannanoa. A West Asheville EMS base is also in early stages.
October 8, 2025
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The rise of THC infused beverages in Asheville
Asheville might be Beer City, but it’s following a global trend showing a rise in popularity of cannabis infused beverages.
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Get to know your neighborhood through the geographical information systems that are mapping Buncombe County.
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Rendering of phase one of Beacon Village features a large green space with a bike park in the upper right corner area and a walking path lining the perimeter of the property.
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BCTDA invests $12.4 million for eight capital projects
The Buncombe County Tourism Authority awarded the largest sum to Swannanoa’s Beacon Park.
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5 reasons why Goodwill is Asheville’s Halloween HQ
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Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these November events happening in Asheville
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
October 1, 2025
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City announces Food Truck Friday pilot program rolling into downtown
The city hopes that the new food truck program will bring foot traffic downtown.
September 30, 2025
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Asheville Butterfly Trail spreads its wings with new locations
The fourth stop on the Asheville Butterfly Trail lands at the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary.
September 30, 2025
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