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Arts
ArtsAVL’s Creative Spaces report details challenges of the arts community
The findings from the report will be used to inform new initiatives and guide a 10-year plan for sustaining Buncombe County’s arts and culture.
May 14, 2024 03:39 PM
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Grace Powers
State of the Arts Brunch
Arts
ArtsAVL gives an update on Asheville’s creative economy at the State of the Arts Brunch
The organization checked in on our city’s creative health by the numbers.
October 31, 2023
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Grace Powers
performance of the asheville symphony
Events
Plan ahead for November in Asheville
Now that the holiday season is just beginning and the temperatures are dropping, there are plenty of events + happenings to fill your local schedule.
October 30, 2023
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Molly Wilson
Katie Button posing in front of The White House.
Culture
Chef Katie Button shares her experience cooking at the White House State Dinner
We talked to Button to learn about the planning, execution, and her takeaways from the event.
October 29, 2023
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Grace Powers
AVLtoday pumpkin contest finalists
Culture
See the winning pumpkin from our 2023 jack-o-lantern contest
Your votes are in for your favorite pumpkin — drumroll, please.
October 27, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Events
Tell us a tale at AVLtoday’s storytelling open mic
Join us for an evening of story sharing and community (not to mention a few drinks) as we celebrate what makes us proud of Asheville.
October 26, 2023
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Molly Wilson
pickles from alie rae's pimento cheese in asheville nc
Festivals
Stirring up at the WNC Fermenting Festival
Get a taste of the practice + its products during this festival in Marshall.
October 24, 2023
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Molly Wilson
bridge pisgah national forest
Culture
Asked: Where would you film a scary movie in Asheville?
Imagine a horror movie set in the Land of the Sky — where would the hauntings happen, the slasher strike, or the final hero end up?
October 20, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
First Nations performers at LEAF global arts festival black mountain
Culture
Connecting cultures at the LEAF Global Arts Festival
Join the four-day celebration of creativity, culture, and coming together.
October 18, 2023
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Molly Wilson
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Locally-made: 76th annual craft fair happens this weekend
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the cast on stage at the splatter play at magnetic theatre
Culture
Get in the spooky spirit
Costume contests, dance parties, murder mysteries, even a canine haunted house — your Halloween schedule is looking pretty full.
October 12, 2023
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Molly Wilson
Diamond Thieves tattoo
Culture
Friday the 13th tattoo events in Asheville
Nothing is spookier than the sound of a tattoo gun.
October 11, 2023
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Grace Powers
three people work on Rebrand Planning for the museum of the cherokee people
Culture
Museum in Cherokee gets a new name
Formerly known as the Museum of the Cherokee Indian, the Museum of the Cherokee People rebranded and renamed as part of a commitment to serving its tribal citizens.
October 9, 2023
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Molly Wilson
First Baptist Church
Live
Douglas Ellington’s art deco influences
The architect helped shape the Asheville landscape with his distinct geometric designs.
October 5, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Culture
Make a plan for October in Asheville
Mark your calendar for these events that are helping kick off the fall season.
October 2, 2023
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Molly Wilson
rocky and fall tree covered mountain on the blue ridge parkway
Culture
Asked: Where are the best fall vibes in Asheville?
As colors change and weather gets cooler, we’re looking for your favorite spots to settle into the season.
October 2, 2023
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Molly Wilson
A person holds a jack-o'-lantern in their lap, carving out the top of the pumpkin.
Culture
Try this: AVLtoday’s 2023 pumpkin carving contest
Put your pumpkin carving skills to the test in our contest.
September 29, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Arts
“The River Runs On” is now available for streaming
Settle in for a documentary following the plight of conservationists as they work to manage the Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests.
September 27, 2023
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Grace Powers
Exterior of The Center for Craft in downtown Asheville, NC.
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Experience an imagined post-major event Appalachia
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city of asheville fire truck at the festival of neighborhoods
Festivals
Connect with your community at the Festival of Neighborhoods
Meet your neighbors across the city during a day of festive fun and education.
September 26, 2023
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Molly Wilson
A child holds a monarch butterfly on their hand.
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Celebrate Monarch Butterfly Day at The North Carolina Arboretum
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Live
20+ places to get your pizza fix in Asheville
Dig into Asheville’s must-try pizza shops — from late-night slices to fancy fare and everything in between.
September 22, 2023
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Molly Wilson
Asheville skyline with an orange glow across the sky.
Culture
ASKED: What Asheville activity would you like us to try?
Let us know, and we’ll give you the 411 on the experience.
September 21, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Entertainment
Prepare for a weekend of fanatical fandom at Beer City Comic Con
Rub elbows with industry stars, explore local vendors, and connect with fellow fans.
September 21, 2023
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Grace Powers
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Festivals
More to see and do at this year’s Blue Ridge Pride Festival
This year’s “Advocate” theme encourages the community to stand up, speak, and be who they are.
September 20, 2023
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Molly Wilson
View of a waterfall on the Blue Ridge Parkway surrounded by trees with fall colors.
Entertainment
Asheville’s fall bucket list 2023
Check off these 13 items for a season that’s jam-packed with entertaining experiences.
September 19, 2023
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Grace Powers
negroni for negroni week at burial beer forestry taproom
Food
Sip to support during Negroni Week
Local restaurants and bars are lending a hand to nonprofit Slow Food by celebrating the classic cocktail.
September 18, 2023
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Molly Wilson
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Festivals
Jam out at the Women to the Front Festival
Celebrate and support the women of Asheville with music, dancing, and a market.
September 14, 2023
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Molly Wilson
View of the inside of the UNC Asheville STEAM Studio
Arts
Three of the UNC Asheville STEAM Studio’s coolest creations
Plus, find out where some of these works are located throughout Asheville.
September 13, 2023
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Grace Powers
A live talk with an author at the Charleston Literary Festival, Inc
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This travel-worthy festival is all about books, ideas + conversations
The Charleston Literary Festival’s mission is to bring diverse national and international authors and audiences together through great books, big ideas, and perspective-altering conversations.
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Check out Mountain Heritage Day’s jam-packed day of Appalachian activities
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