Asheville Tea Co. brews up a comeback | Founder Jessie Dean spills the tea on the company’s recovery and Rebuild + Regrow fundraiser, happening today at Haywood Common starting at 4 p.m.
These trees stink | Everything you need to know about the beautiful but invasive Bradford Pear tree, including non-invasive alternatives.
Events
Events
Saturday, March 29
Teamwork Tigers Pre-K Sports + Wellness Fundraiser | 2-6 p.m. | KL Training Solutions | Free | With inflatable toys, a yoga station, and a creativity zone, this fundraiser can keep kids entertained all afternoon.
Asheville Orchid Festival | Saturday, March 29-Sunday, March 30 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | The North Carolina Arboretum | $0+ | Expect gorgeous orchids everywhere you turn, from rare species to new, cutting-edge hybrids from world-class growers.*
Sunday, March 30
Chords For Callum Benefit Concert | 12 p.m. | The Grey Eagle | $12.30+ | This benefit boasts an extensive lineup of local musicians and a silent auction with donated items from Billy Strings, the Orange Peel, and Wicked Weed.
“Spinning Toward the Sun” Book Launch | 3-4:30 p.m. | Firestorm Bookstore | Free | 100% of proceeds from the book will go toward Helene recovery efforts.
Monday, March 31
Mahjong Community Group | 1-4 p.m. | Woodfin YMCA | Free | Improve your memory and sharpen your mind while learning a new game, or hone your skills with experienced players.
Art-Pow | Monday, March 31 - Thursday, April 10 | 3:30-4:45 p.m. | Story Parlor | $5+ | Kids will have the chance to try different forms of art during two weeks of drop-in affordable classes.
Neon Trees | 7 p.m. | The Orange Peel | $33 | Dance along to 2010 throwbacks and newer tracks from the pop band’s 2024 album.
Want to learn something new... from the comfort of your own bed? Try visiting the Museum of All Things, a new virtual museum generated from Wikipedia with exhibits on millions of topics. When the scrolling gets old and you need some real-world interaction, head to Asheville’s IRL museums.
Stat
42%. That’s the average price increase for a meal at a chain restaurant over the past five years. While inflation is inevitable, you can spend your dollars supporting local flavors by checking out brunch spots around Asheville. (FinanceBuzz)
Plan Ahead
Don’t forget: The deadline to obtain a REAL ID is coming up on Wednesday, May 7. You’ll need the REAL ID (or a different federally approved identification, such as a passport) if you plan to fly domestically or enter secure federal or military facilities. Here’s how and where to get one locally.
Ranked
In case you missed it, the US ranked No. 24 on the 2025 World Happiness Report. According to the report, sharing meals can positively impact our happiness — “on par with the influence of income and unemployment.” Make it an extra happy meal by sharing it at a new restaurant.
Travel
Making summer 2025 your main character era? Perfect timing: Snag this travel credit card’s rare, limited-time welcome bonus (worth ~$1,000) to fuel your summer adventures — whether it’s island-hopping like a Love Is Blind escapee, chasing Sabrina or Kendrick on tour, or simply living your best jet-set life.*
City Guide
City Guide
Where to eat outside in Asheville
Get a glimpse of the setup at VISUALS. | Photo by AVLtoday
Is it just us, or does eating outside make food taste better?
Catch some rays or laze in the shade at one of these 35+ Asheville patios. Pro tip: Don’t miss the shade or coverage level we’ve included for each of these locations.
Finer fare
The Admiral | 400 Haywood Rd.
Dine on a delicious steak or pasta dish on the brick patio out front, illuminated with string lights.
Rooftop views
Soprana | 192 Haywood St., 7th Floor
See mountains for miles from this Italian eatery, which specializes in wood-fired pizzas and refreshing spritzes.
Low-key locations
Twisted Laurel | 130 College St., Asheville + 10A S. Main St., Weaverville
Downtown’s large front patio features sunshades to give a little relief from the heat.
Bars and breweries
Burial Beer Co. | 40 Collier Ave. + 10 Shady Oak Dr.
Both the South Slope Taproom and Forestry Camp include plenty of outdoor options.
This gorgeous plush throw blanket that’s marked down by 73% for Amazon’s Big Spring Sale. We love its ultra-soft faux fur texture and three-dimensional rhombic cable knit design.
A little birdy (the internet) told me tomorrow is National Hot Chicken Day, which gives the perfect excuse not to cook dinner Sunday night and instead order takeout from Rocky’s Hot Chicken — a special treat in my household.
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