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Get a first look at the lineup for this year’s AVLFest
Find out which artists you’ll be movin’ and groovin’ with this August.
March 22, 2024 06:00 AM
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Grace Powers
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Festivals
Art outside the box at the 2024 Asheville Fringe Arts Festival
Dedicated to the strange + wonderful world that lies just beyond the mainstream, the festival is transforming the city into an experimental artwork.
March 8, 2024
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Molly Wilson
The exterior of the Martin Center at ETSU.
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Two must-see authors at the Festival of Ideas
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Sign outside of Chow Chow Festival
Festivals
Chow Chow Food + Culture Festival and nonprofit announce shut down
The organization made the announcement through a message posted to its website on Friday, Feb. 9.
February 9, 2024
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Grace Powers
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
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Locally-made: 76th annual craft fair happens this weekend
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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
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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
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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
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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Slideshow of rides and vendors at the NC Mountain State Fair.
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ICYMI: The 2023 NC State Fair kicks off tomorrow
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Not far from the tree at the North Carolina Apple Festival
The annual Labor Day weekend event enjoys the fruits of the region’s labor and celebrates the apple industry’s importance in the community.
August 31, 2023
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Molly Wilson
Sign outside of Chow Chow Festival
Festivals
Satisfy your hunger for cuisine and community at this year’s Chow Chow Festival
Explore the intersection of Southern Appalachian food in culture, tradition, and history.
August 30, 2023
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Grace Powers
AVL Zwanze International Beer Day
Festivals
The Whale’s upcoming festival is Kind of a Big Dill
Join in on the fun at this pickle-centric party.
August 28, 2023
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Grace Powers
Produce in recyclable packaging
Live
Farmers markets in Asheville
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up eight farmers markets around Asheville.
July 31, 2023
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Vagney Hampshire
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Festivals
The inaugural AVLFest is ready to take over
The festival will be four days of unforgettable shows for music lovers all over the region.
July 28, 2023
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Molly Wilson
Source: N.C. Folk Heritage Committee / Shindig on the Green
Culture
Honor Appalachian heritage at the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival
Celebrate the culture of the mountains with the help of the Folk Heritage Committee.
July 18, 2023
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Molly Wilson
Riders competing in Gran Fondo Asheville.
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Gear up for Asheville Bike Fest
Enjoy a cycle-centric day of activities with food trucks and local beer on-site at Asheville Bike Fest.
July 10, 2023
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Grace Powers
Asheville at dusk
Entertainment
Asheville’s 2023 summer bucket list
Check off these 15 items on our bucket list for a summer that’s jam-packed with entertaining experiences.
July 3, 2023
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Grace Powers
A display of ceramic letters spelling out "Hello Big Crafty."
Festivals
Celebrate local artists at The Big Crafty
Peruse pottery, paintings, and glassworks galore at The Big Crafty, showcasing Asheville’s creative spirit.
June 30, 2023
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Grace Powers
Pack Square Park
Festivals
Commemorating Juneteenth in Asheville
A week of events hosted by MLK Asheville honors the history of Juneteenth.
June 12, 2023
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Grace Powers
Dancers at Hola Asheville festival.
Festivals
Celebrate Latin American culture at Hola Asheville
Get ready to eat, shop, move, and groove as you experience the culture of Latin America at the annual Hola Asheville festival.
June 8, 2023
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Grace Powers
Nerd Pride Fest Asheville
Events
There’s a new, nerdier way to celebrate Pride in Asheville
Introducing: the inaugural Nerd Pride Fest.
May 30, 2023
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Laura Hackett
GrindFest sign
Festivals
GrindFest returns for Memorial Day weekend
Celebrate Black business in Asheville with food, fun, and educational events.
May 17, 2023
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Grace Powers
WNC Bigfoot Festival
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WNC Bigfoot Festival returns
Believers and skeptics alike: immerse yourself in the legends and lore surrounding the elusive Bigfoot.
May 11, 2023
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Grace Powers
Odonata Farm Barn Mars Hill
Events
Frolic at Odonata Farm for the inaugural May Arts Fest
Expect flower crowns, art demos, Tintype photos, and performances from Jane Kramer and Jenna Lindbo.
May 8, 2023
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Laura Hackett
Musician Béla Fleck holding a banjo.
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🪕 Grammy Award-winning bluegrass legend Béla Fleck headlining Asheville Amadeus Festival
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🪕 Experience all things Americana at the 10-day Asheville Amadeus Festival
With more than 25 partner organizations offering 40+ events throughout the 10-day festival, this year’s Amadeus Festival is the most ambitious in Asheville Symphony history.
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