Keep the party going all day (and night) long. | Photo via Jack of the Wood
The city is going green — we’re talking the music, parties, food, and drinks of St. Patrick’s Day in Asheville. So here are a few ways to sham-rock out this weekend.
If you’re craving a pint + a party
Green Day Party | Saturday, March 15 | 3-6 p.m. | Hi-Wire Biltmore Village | Free | Channel your pop-punk edge for this party — belt out your favorite anthems and add your favorite emo musings to the lyric wall.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration | Monday, March 17 | 1-10:30 p.m. | Jack of the Wood | Free | Sip on a Guinness and dig into shepherd’s pie while tapping your toe to traditional Irish tunes from local musicians.
If you want a unique celebration
Irish Chili Cook-Off | Sunday, March 16 | 2-4 p.m. | Sweeten Creek Brewing | $5+ | Enjoy an Asheville Beer Choir performance, green beer, an Irish red ale release, and lots of delicious chili — enter a culinary team or attend just to taste.
Irish Pop Culture Trivia | Monday, March 17 | 7-9 p.m. | The Whale Outpost | Free | Test your knowledge to earn the pot of gold (aka a prize).
Ticket to Ride Tournament | 6-9 p.m. | Well Played Board Game Cafe | $7 | Hop aboard and show off your strategic skills — and earn a free game pass for the day when you sign up.
Tuesday, March 11
Golden Folk Sessions | 6 p.m. | The Grey Eagle | $12+ | Join the crowd for this intimate listening experience and hear six artists each perform a three-song set.
Flourish Networking for Women | 6-8 p.m. | Forestry Camp | $16 | Connect with other ladies who believe that supporting others is the key to growing in your own right.
Wednesday, March 12
Bright Eyes | 8 p.m. | The Orange Peel | $67+ | See the indie rockers perform songs from their most recent album, “Five Dice, All Threes,” with support from Hurray For The Riff Raff.
Thursday, March 13
CSA Fair | 3:30-6 p.m. | YWCA of Asheville | Free | Meet 10+ local farmers offering CSAs (community supported agriculture) at this fair organized by the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project.
Friday, March 14
Holi Hai | 5-9 p.m. | Chai Pani | Free | Banks Avenue will be full of street food stalls, vibrant Holi colors, bhangra dancing, and a photo booth for this celebration of the arrival of spring.
“How do we disappear yet still be seen?” | 7 p.m. | Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center | Free | The Swannatopia Experimental Art Club will present a fashion and puppet show to a live improvised score.
The NCDOT Rail Division Director said the Old Fort Loops, a historic stretch of railroad, will be rebuilt after Helene tore it apart. The loops are part of the Asheville to Salisbury line, which is in the early stages of receiving funding to bring back passenger rail service. (Asheville Citizen-Times)
Ranked
The NC Arboretum was named the No. 5 best botanical garden in Newsweek’s 2025 Reader’s Choice Awards. With the gravel trails open and spring just around the bend, it’s a perfect time to visit — see what’s planned for this year’s Asheville Orchid Festival.
Drink
Here’s something for you to look forward to this Monday morning. On Tuesdays at The Low Down, for every $8+ drink you order, you can get a snack on the side, with options like olives, chips, nuts, pretzels, and some scrumptious looking deviled eggs. Check out more spots to grab a drink after work.
Plan Ahead
Here’s the tea. On Saturday, March 29, Haywood Common + The Whale are hosting a fundraiser to help Asheville Tea Co. rebuild. Make your own tea blend, sip on tea-based cocktails, and spoon specialtea ice cream to support the small biz — snag this limited-edition tote for an extra dose of encouragement.
Arts
Immersive art gallery and performing art space, Third Room, will soon unveil its “Exploring Cyber Punk: A Reflection of 2025 America” exhibit. Arrive in your best cyber punk outfit on Saturday, March 15 to see the futuristic, tech-driven art with musical performances, glow dancers, and live body painting.
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🍕 Slice, slice, baby
Keep an eye on Manicomio Pizza’s Instagram for the slice of the week. | Photo by Chris McDevitt, via @manicomiopizzaavl
Here’s what’s topping our to-do list this week: try the delicious specialty pies being served for WNC Pizza Week. Asheville’s favorite food blogger, tour guide, and all-around food fan Stu Helm baked up the idea, calling on local pizza makers to offer unique flavors at special prices, beginning Monday, March 10, through Friday, March 14.
To see the specials, check out the interactive map — it includes pizzerias from Bryson City to Boone. Then, pick a spot (or several) and dig in.
Bonus: Pizza Week will also celebrate our hospitality industry with a pizza party tomorrow, March 11.
If you’re like us, every week is pizza week — click the button below to keep the delicious bites going with our pizza guide.
In more pizza news, Fresh Wood Fired Pizza West is getting ready to reopen on Depot Street. No official date has been shared, but the restaurant’s IG tells us we’re close to enjoying the crispy crust pie once again. Of course, if you can’t wait any longer, you can hit up the Black Mountain location.
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