• Tarot with Cats | Friday, Sept. 29 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | House of Black Cat Magic, 841 Haywood Rd., Asheville | $15 | Learn to read tarot, and show your support for the cats in the lounge.
• The Tempest | Friday, Sept. 29-Saturday, Sept. 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre, 92 Gay St., Asheville | Free | This is the last weekend to explore Shakespeare’s world of revenge, family, power, love, and forgiveness.
• Full Moon Forest Bathing | Friday, Sept. 29 | 7:45-10:45 p.m. | Olivette Riverside Community and Farm, 1069 Olivette Rd., Asheville | $45-$55 | Quiet yourself with a gentle, moonlit stroll and forest immersion with the help of a therapy guide.

• Beer City Comic Con | Saturday, Sept. 30-Sunday, Oct. 1 | Times vary | Harrah’s Cherokee Center - Asheville, 87 Haywood St., Asheville | $25-$50 | Summon your inner superhero for speakers + panels, vendors, cosplay, and satellite events.
• AVL Fall Clothing Swap | Saturday, Sept. 30 | 12-4 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing RAD, 284 Lyman St., Asheville | $25-$50 | Clear out your closet, find some new favorites, and support reproductive justice — clothes must be dropped off before Sept. 30.
• September Artist Market | Saturday, Sept. 30 | 1-5 p.m. | 12 Bones Brewing, 2350 Hendersonville Rd., Arden | Free | Stop by for a selection of crafts + creativity from local artists.

• Blue Ridge Roller Derby Meet & Greet | Sunday, Oct. 1 | 1-3 p.m. | The Hop Ice Cream Cafe, 640 Merrimon Ave., Asheville | Free | Learn about the league, meet the skaters, and grab a sweet treat.
• Retro Rumble | Sunday, Oct. 1 | 3-6 p.m. | Well Played, 162 Coxe Ave. #101, Asheville | Free | Challenge your friends to timeless tabletop games, like chess, checkers, and mahjong.
• Comedy at Catawba: Ginny Hogan | Sunday, Oct. 1 | 6:30 p.m. | Catawba Brewing, 32 Banks Ave., Asheville | $18-$23 | A contributor for many publications + channels, the humorist and satirist will present the one-woman show that she brought to Edinburgh Fringe.

• The Blue Ridge Pride Festival is finally here. The community will be gathering this Saturday, Sept. 30 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Pack Square Park to celebrate and advocate. Explore our guide for more details and to hear from Executive Director Amy Upham about why this year’s “Adovcate” theme is so important.

• It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhoods. The City of Asheville’s Neighborhood Advisory Committee is hosting the free Festival of Neighborhoods on Saturday, Sept. 30 at Martin Luther King Jr. Park. Read up on how to connect to the community during a day of festivity and education.

• Combine a love for German brews and a celebration of LGBTQ+ pride, and you’ll get Wicked Weed’s Pridetoberfest. On Saturday, Sept. 30, the brewpub will be featuring Mike Beckley + his strolling accordion and the Polka Kings while the Funkatorium will host a DJ and a drag show — and of course, both will have lots of food and drink specials.

• If you’re looking for a great tailgating grill, the Weber portable gas grill has wheels and folds up neatly.
• Keep your ketchup and mustard from running away with a condiment caddy.
• Keep flies away with mesh food covers.
• Use a cooler light for those p.m. tailgates to elevate your nighttime cooler experience.

• For three days, Cellarest Beer Project will be releasing new brews, bringing back old favorites, and keeping the party going with music and food during Cellar Fest. Enter for free on Friday, Oct. 6-Sunday, Oct. 8 and enjoy special guests, special beers, and support for Friends of Hominy Creek Greenway.

• Walk through a world of mystery and true crime. The Mars Hill University Theatre Arts Department is putting on an immersive theatrical experience based on the book, “Met Her On The Mountain: The Murder of Nancy Morgan.” The Dr. W. F. Robinson Memorial Infirmary will be transformed on Thursdays, Fridays + Saturdays, Oct. 19-28.

• Kids are in the driver’s seat for the Junior League of Asheville’s Touch-A-Truck Family Festival. On Saturday, Oct. 28 at the Asheville Outlets, kids and kids-at-heart can see, touch, and learn about all sorts of vehicles — emergency, delivery, construction, and more. Then join in a costume parade, face painting, and other activities.

Why go?

• Scottsdale and its surrounding cities like Phoenix and Tempe have something for everyone, even the kids. From golf courses, to high-end shopping and spas, to the Arizona Boardwalk, it’s simply impossible to run out of things to do both indoors and outside.
• There are tons of events held around the year but don’t miss the Waste Management Phoenix Open in February, Spring Training games in April, and the Desert Botanical Garden in the fall or winter.

Act like a local:

• Food: Pizza from Oregano’s and don’t you dare skip out on their piz-ookie for dessert.

Where to stay:

• Vrbo: This Boho Arcadia Gem is a short walk to this must-try dinner spot. (~$125/night)*

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