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Make the most of the season with 20+ fall events in Asheville
Make the most of the season with this list of the best local events and activities happening this fall.
September 16, 2025 03:07 PM
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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
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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
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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.
Festivals
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
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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
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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
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