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30+ kid-friendly activities in and around Asheville
We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Asheville has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.
December 29, 2025 01:17 PM
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Sports
Single Double Pickleball serves up love for the game
The new online shop offers fashion-forward pickleball accessories.
November 18, 2022
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Brook Bolen
Sports
Where to play Pétanque in Asheville, NC
Pétanque, a French sport similar to bocce ball, is a staple in Asheville. Learn how and where to play.
November 18, 2022
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Mila Raque
Sports
Where to watch the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Asheville
Head to these five pubs and watch parties from Sunday, Nov. 20-Sunday, Dec. 18 to get in on the action.
November 15, 2022
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Laura Hackett
Sports
Asheville’s pickleball pickle may be solved
Plus, every public court where you can play tennis or pickleball.
November 10, 2022
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Sarah Leonhardt
City
Reid Woolsey shatters world record in monthlong ‘max vert’ competition
The Barnardsville resident cranked out 500,635 ft. of elevation gain across 933 miles — breaking the previous elevation record by over 100,000 ft.
November 1, 2022
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Laura Hackett
Sports
Asheville to host early-season college basketball tournament this November
Four teams will go head-to-head at the second annual Asheville Championship, which takes place Fri., Nov. 11 and Sun., Nov. 13.
October 28, 2022
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Laura Hackett
Culture
Disc golf courses in Asheville, NC
Need a new hobby that will make time fly?
You may enjoy these
local disc golf courses
.
October 6, 2022
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Sarah Olsen
City
Asheville’s adaptive athletes program
August 14, 2022
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Emily Shea-Owen
The Buy
The Buy
Learning guitar doesn’t have to feel overwhelming
December 11, 2025
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Staff
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This floor lamp offers 16 million color options and it’s now just $55
December 11, 2025
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These $31 sheets feel more luxurious than Egyptian cotton
December 11, 2025
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Where to find Christmas trees in and around Asheville
December 3, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these January events happening in Asheville
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November 25, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Salvage Station announces new indoor venue in the RAD
November 25, 2025
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Grace Powers
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