Thrive in the second half of 2025 in Asheville

It’s halftime, folks. How are we making the rest of 2025 the best of 2025?

Yellow and orange sunset over the Blue Ridge Mountains

Is there anything more beautiful than a sunset in Asheville?

Just like Jon Bon Jovi, we’re halfway there. Woah.

At 12 p.m. on Tuesday, July 2, we’ll be at the exact midpoint between the start and end of 2025. And that got us thinking: How can we make the second 182.5 days better than the first?

  • Get active | If your New Year’s resolution was to get your heart rate up, Asheville’s gyms, yoga studios, and run clubs are the place to be. Lucky for you, we have guides for all three.
  • Make new friends | Whether you’re a born and bred Ashevillian or a transplant to our beautiful city, there are plenty of ways to make friends here. From kickball leagues to gaming clubs, here’s how to find new connections.
  • Find a new hobby | Expand your skill set by learning to cook, tapping into your creative side, or even stepping on stage at a local theater.
  • Save money | Filling your days with fun experiences doesn’t have to mean emptying your pockets. Here are 20+ fun and free activities here in Asheville.
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