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🍹 Raising the bar
Soak up some golden hour rays from The Roof. | Photo via The Radical
Temperatures are climbing, which means it’s time to take spring to new heights at one of Asheville’s rooftop bars. Let’s get some perspective. Antidote | Partially covered
The vintage vibes of the indoor space are charming, but the two outdoor seating areas — a garden patio and the partially covered rooftop bar — might draw you out in the open air.
The Flat Iron Rooftop | Uncovered
Soak up some sun with a craft cocktail and plates of small bites from the downstairs restaurant, Luminosa.
The Roof at The Radical | Partially covered
Head to the funky boutique hotel to dine on small plates and sip on signature cocktails while watching the sun set over the French Broad.
VISUALS Rooftop Bar | Partially covered
Burial opened this spot atop Eulogy to showcase its natural wine program — snack on a tinned fish plate or charcuterie board while you sip on a wine flight.
1. Unlimited visits to Biltmore House, gardens, grounds, and Antler Hill Village & Winery
Discounts on special events like Luminere and Candlelight Christmas Evenings
Free entry for your children (age 16 and under)
Passholder-only events
Visit Biltmore this spring as the gardens bloom with this special limited-time offer. Passholders can experience the estatein every season, again and again.
Fresh paint and fresh air are in the forecast this weekend. During the Montford Plein Air Painting Festival, artists will be capturing the neighborhood’s charm in real time. On Sunday, you can purchase freshly completed works from 2:30 to 5 p.m. at 129 Cumberland Avenue.
Outdoors
After temporary closures for entry road repaving and trail gravel work, key routes at the NC Arboretum are back open. Stroll the Hard Times, Owl Ridge, and Rocky Cove Road trails during tomorrow’s Arbor Day celebration.
Film
Starting this Sunday, April 12, Asheville Pizza & Brewing and Orbit DVD are teaming up for Mystery Movie Nights. Head to the Merrimon location at 7 p.m. to see what weirdness awaits, whether it’s horror, cult, sci-fi, animation, or odd musicals.
Coming Soon
More art is cleared for takeoff at the Asheville Regional Airport. As part of its expansion project, the airport is calling for artists to land two permanent large-scale installations that channel WNC’s creative spirit. Artist submissions are due in late June.
Edu
UNC Asheville student Mick Williams has been awarded the prestigious Goldwater scholarship to further her research on supporting the reintroduction of blight-resistant chestnut trees. The trees once ruled WNC forests, and thanks to restoration efforts like Williams’, they could one day return.
Active
Don’t get yourself in a pickle this National Pickleball Month without a place to play. Whether you’re new to the sport or chasing your next open play session, head to one (or all) of these Asheville spots.
Outdoors
Time’s running out to weigh in on the future of Charles D. Owen Park. Buncombe County’s Reimagining Survey is open through Wednesday, April 15, giving residents the chance to share input on amenities, restoration, and design after severe storm damage reshaped the park’s landscape.
Try This
Want to meet and feed the alpacas at Durrant Farms? Sign up for Golden Hour with the Herd, a family-friendly sunset social event on the pasture. Get tickets to snack, stroll, and snap photos with new animal friends.*
Pro Tip
Never hit the hiking trail without the essentials. This functional waist pack features a built-in bottle holder, large main compartment, and multiple zipper pockets to keep water, snacks, and safety gear organized and within reach. Bonus: it’s under $25.*
Learn
When money gets tight and prices keep climbing, cutting back can feel overwhelming. The good news? You don’t have to do everything at once. Start with this list of money-saving strategies and pick one or two to begin. Even small changes can make a meaningful difference.*
Hatley Pointe announced an August opening of its anticipated lift-served bike park. Elevated Trail Design is building the nine-trail network, which caters to riders of all levels with beginner-friendly greens, advanced black diamond trails, and plenty of features.
It’s the boutique ski resort’s first foray into warm-weather recreation. ICYMI, husband and wife duo Deborah and David Hatley bought the Mars Hill property in 2023, formerly Wolf Ridge, and overhauled it with a $12 million renovation.
Self-care isn’t all spa days and forest bathing — although we do love a nice hot stone massage. More often than not, it’s the simple things like prioritizing rest, practicing good hygiene, and practicing mindfulness. Elevate your self-care rituals with these five products:
🧤 Treat your skin to a little TLC with this best-selling exfoliating glove that removes dead skin + cleans pores.
🛏️ Look forward to snuggling into bed every night thanks to these luxury bamboo sheets with cooling properties.
🫖 Pair your new sheets with this herbalist-formulated chamomile tea to help wind down before bed.
🚿 Turn your shower into an aromatherapy escape with this top-rated pack of shower steamers.
🧦 When you’re craving comfort + relaxation, don this heated blanket hoodie.
Easy Tiger is bringing a taste of Augusta to Asheville this weekend. Hit up the sports bar to watch the tournament with a special menu of Masters-inspired sandwiches and cocktails.
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