Welcome to our first-ever AVLweekend newsletter, a new weekly product of AVLtoday. We know you like to plan ahead, so we’ll be sending these every Thursday to help you get a jump on the weekend.
Editor Laura here. This weekend, take advantage of sunny skies, crisp mid-60° temperatures (and lack of Tropical Storm weather patterns), and attend one of Asheville’s many October festivals.
CARNIVALE MACABRE: The Talent Show From Hell | Fri., Oct. 7 | 7:30-11 p.m. | The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave. | $15+ | Carnivale Macabre is a variety show featuring comedy, burlesque, magic, games, and beyond.
Death Cab for Cutie: Asphalt Meadows Tour | Fri., Oct. 7 | 7 p.m. | Rabbit Rabbit | $50+ | This American alternative rock band is best known for early 2000s hits like “I Will Follow You into the Dark” and “Soul Meets Body.”
“Your Dog Here” at The Whale presented by DSSOLVR | Fri., Oct. 7 | 3-8 p.m. | The Whale : A Craft Beer Collective, 507 Haywood Rd.| Free | Join the Asheville Humane Society for a night of fun, drinks, and the opportunity to support for your dog to be on a beer can label.
Saturday, October 8
Asheville Wine & Food Experience | Sat., Oct. 8 | 12 p.m. | Salvage Station, 468 Riverside Dr. | $15+ | USA TODAY’s national touring festival series makes its Asheville debut with a showcase of regional food, local chefs + restaurants, and makers of craft beers, wines, and other sips.
French Broad River Mile 67 Celebration at The Outpost | Sat., Oct. 8 | 2-10 p.m. | The Outpost, 521 Amboy Rd. | Free | Join Grey Eagle Events and Asheville Adventure Company as they celebrate 30 years of community river activity at the French Broad.
James Vester Miller: From Walking Trail to Website Launch | Sat., Oct. 8 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Pack Memorial Library, 67 Haywood St. | Free | The historic contributions and impact of renowned Black Architect James Vester Miller come to life with the debut of a new walking trail.
Yoga on the Rooftop | Sat., Oct. 8 | 9-10 a.m. | Asheville Art Museum, 175 Biltmore Ave.| $15+ | This gentle flow class takes place on the museum’s rooftop + features panoramic view, followed by social time with free coffee and a fresh-baked pastry.
The Clarksdale - A Brunch by Chef Terri Terrell | Sun., Oct. 9 | 11 a.m. | The Capital Club of Asheville, 82 Patton Ave. | $5+ | Try a special brunch from Chef Terri Terrell on The Capital Club’s rooftop.
Meadow Market at Highland Brewing | Sun., Oct. 9 | 1-6 p.m. | Highland Brewing Company, 12 Old Charlotte Hwy. | Free | Explore a fun and seasonal rotation of local bakers, makers, and artisans.
The time of year for terrifying thrills has arrived. Check out our guide to area haunted attractions, which includes haunted houses, corn mazes, plus where to find a bite to eat afterwards.
Eat
Gourd news: pumpkin-flavored ice creams (including dairy + vegan options) have arrived at The Hop Ice Cream Cafe. In true Asheville fashion, the pumpkins are locally sourced from our neighbors at Lee’s One Fortune Farm. You can also find pumpkin-spiced bubble tea and chai at The Hop’s sister business Pop Bubble Tea.
Looking for some grub, hold the gluten? We get it — that’s why we made our guide to gluten-free food in Asheville, with over 30 restaurants for you to try. There’s gluten-free bread, pancakes, burgers, and pizza all over this city — plus, grain-free folk, there are options for you, too. 🍔
Drink
Whether you’re making lifestyle changes or have never enjoyed alcohol — we’ve heard from many of you that finding a tasteful nonalcoholic beverage in Beer City can be a challenge. So we’ll just leave this here... our guide to 20+ sober-friendly or alcohol-free places in the 828.
GREAT ESCAPES
Big things are happening in “The Smallest City” — Providence, RI
Great Escapes: Our guide to Providence, RI
The River Walk is a great place to start your trip, rain or shine. | Photo by 6AM City
If riverside promenades, Italianate architecture + a thriving arts community appeal to you, planning a spring visit to Providence, RI might be just the ticket.
Why go?
GQ named Providence the coolest city you haven’t been to in 2015 — calling on its celebratedfood scene + high-style Dean Hotel as contributing factors. Plus, aside from the plentiful street art you’ll find around downtown, RISD Museum has six levels of art pieces to peruse.
What’s even better than the repurposed atmosphere of Maria’s Cucina’s old Italo-American home? The Gnocchi Toscana ($28).
The Wedding Cake House was built in 1867 + recently restored by art collective The Dirt Palace. (~$70/night)
Bonus message from our partner: If you’re looking to book this trip, Scott’s Cheap Flights offers all the affordable flight hacks from your home airport. Sign up here.*
SHOP
Sports
Football season is in full swing. If you’re headed to a game this fall, don’t forget to pack your game day essentials in a stadium approved bag. This clear crossbody with 8,000+ positive reviews is a must + we also love this trendy fanny pack option.*
Outdoors
Notice an uptick in any of these feathered friends in your backyard lately? Keep them safe from colliding with your windows — a cause of death for millions of birds each year — by throwing up some decals like these. We love these leaf designs too to keep things festive for fall.*
Drink
A bottle of Cabernet Franc — a peppery, spice-driven red — sounds like just the ticket for an autumn bonfire. Open a bottle with ease with this electric wine opener from Cuisinart and sip (securely)in style.*
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