Music starts @ 8pm!
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Vibe is standard brewery entertainment—fun but not especially high-concept or ‘Asheville weird.’ Likely a small-to-moderate local draw with casual mingling at tables/bar (moderate social potential).","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-07T22:48:58.125Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-07T22:48:58.125Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:50.708Z"},{"id":"441036a5-882a-4fa6-8901-c490ff9f0917","sourceId":"20032964","source":"AVL_TODAY","title":"Joseph Foglia Show | NYC Jazz Saxophonist","description":"Joseph Foglia is a tenor saxophonist, composer, and educator based primarily in Harlem, New York City. A dynamic performer with a deep respect for the jazz tradition, Joseph is passionate not only about presenting music at the highest level, but also about fostering a strong and vibrant community around jazz.\n\nA three-time recipient of the New Jersey Jazz Society Merit Scholarship Award, Joseph has performed alongside acclaimed musicians including Etienne Charles, Dayna Stephens, Taylor Eigsti, Al Strong, Jerry Weldon, and Michael Ode.\n\nFollowing the release of his debut record, *The Three Ears*, Joseph now leads his own band, bringing together a reverence for the lineage of jazz with a distinctive and evolving personal voice. Through his work as a performer, composer, and educator, he remains dedicated to honoring the music’s history while contributing his own vision to its future.\n\nJoin us at Hotel Eve for this special performance with Joseph Foglia, featuring a powerhouse rhythm section by Steve LaSpina & Jeremy Clemmons.\n\n*$15 | Advance tickets are recommended.*","startDate":"2026-10-03T00:00:00.000Z","location":"Hotel Eve Jazz Club, 56 N Lexington Avenue, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Hotel Eve Jazz Club","price":"$15","url":"https://hotel-eve-jazz.turntabletickets.com/shows/12602/2026-10-02","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/G17-LGCGr0WBsW5IVOr03Q.large.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Jazz Saxophone","Tenor Sax","Harlem Artist","Modern Jazz","Intimate Jazz Club"],"aiSummary":"Tenor saxophonist and composer Joseph Foglia brings Harlem-rooted modern jazz with tradition-forward improvisation and tight ensemble interplay. 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If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on show day right here.\n\nSecret Comedians. No spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up!\n\nYou might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians.\n\nUnique Live Experience. Honestly, we’re over the whole debt-inducing two-drink minimum thing. We’re dedicated to providing you with a unique and fun live comedy experience—one which doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage. We thrive on good vibes and welcome you to be a part of the DTC community.","startDate":"2026-10-03T00:00:00.000Z","location":"Wrong Way River Lodge, 9 Midnight Drive, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Wrong Way River Lodge","price":"$27","url":"https://www.modelfacecomedy.com/calendar/l6h4mwsrl3b8h5fr6l5afmmj9k7z7h-zmw98-ftt96-wtln2","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/W02S8K3FiEqliRS4U--7hw.large.jpg","tags":["Comedy","Nightlife","Secret Location","Late Show","Stand Up Set","Wheelchair Accessible","Beer And Wine"],"aiSummary":"Late-night stand-up in a surprise indoor West Asheville spot, with the exact location revealed the morning of the show. Expect a 21+ crowd, chairs provided, and beer, wine, and nonalcoholic drinks on hand.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":14,"scoreRarity":3,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Don’t Tell Comedy pops up frequently around Asheville (multiple similar shows within the same month, including early/late the same night), so it’s more weekly-ish than special. The secret-location format adds a fun twist beyond a standard local stand-up night, but it’s still a small-to-mid local draw at a lodge venue. Mostly a seated show with limited built-in interaction, and only mildly ‘Asheville weird’ (more nightlife/novelty than countercultural).","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-26T06:08:01.366Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-26T06:08:01.366Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:11.713Z"},{"id":"926b6369-df3b-4462-b56f-ca33a7e0ca19","sourceId":"mx-10174419","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"Sylvan Esso","description":"Sylvan Esso\nFriday, October 02\nSaturday, October 03\nShow: 8 pm | Doors: 7 pm\nThe Orange Peel\nAges 18+\n","startDate":"2026-10-03T00:00:00.000Z","location":"The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"The Orange Peel","price":"$63.73","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/sylvan-esso/2026-10-02/","imageUrl":"https://s1.ticketm.net/dam/a/676/983a21d6-933e-4fb7-9f83-7d73c6e16676_TABLET_LANDSCAPE_LARGE_16_9.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Indie Electronic","Dance Pop","Concert Venue","18 Plus"],"aiSummary":"Indie-electronic and dance-pop performance in a high-energy club setting with doors at 7 pm and music starting at 8. 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Blending influences from artists like NEEDTOBREATHE, Judah & The Lion, and The Avett Brothers, Ashes & Arrows crafts music that feels both deeply personal and widely relatable-songs about connection, growth, and the winding roads that lead us home. The band's journey began in 2021 at an open mic night in downtown Asheville, where Ciaran McMeeken and Jonathan Calhoun first crossed paths. A shared passion for songwriting and honest storytelling sparked an instant chemistry, laying the foundation for what would become Ashes & Arrows. In 2024, the band reached a major milestone as semi-finalists on Season 19 of America's Got Talent. Their performances introduced Ashes & Arrows to a national audience, earning praise for their raw emotion, tight harmonies, and undeniable authenticity. In 2024, Ashes & Arrows released their debut album, Chapter One: The Long Road North. The project marked a major step forward for the band, showcasing their signature blend of heartfelt songwriting and soaring harmonies. Their growing fanbase has followed them on tour across the U.S., where their heartfelt performances continue to leave lasting impressions. Their latest release, The Pointful Journey marks the next chapter in their evolving sound. With new music on the way and a clear creative vision, the band continues to push forward, rooted in honest songwriting and driven by connection. From mountain towns to national stages, Ashes & Arrows is carving their own path in modern music, creating songs meant to be felt, lived in, and carried forward wherever the road leads. Nicole Lund will be open the show. Lund's musical journey started with a Music Industries Studies degree - with a concentration in vocal performance from Appalachian State University. \"My voice professor was an opera singer,\" says Linda with a grin \"I sang every spiritual I could to avoid opera.\" Her passion and training are evident on the Nina Simone- derived psych-soul of \"Don't You Leave Me,\" the grungy swirl of \"Paper Tiger,\" and her subtle self-harmonizing on the title track. On this eclectic stroll through American musical styles, Lund's clarion voice is the tie that binds. Venue and ticketing information:We are family friendly, but shows are 21+ unless accompanied by a parent.This is a general admission show. There are tables within the venue that are available on a first come, first serve basis. There is a garage door behind the stage that remains open in good weather so that you can enjoy the show from inside or outside.For more information visit our FAQ page or reach out to us directly.","startDate":"2026-10-03T00:00:00.000Z","location":"185 King Street, 185 King St, Brevard, NC","zip":"28712","organizer":"185 King Street","price":"$23","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/ashes-arrows-w-nicole-lund/","imageUrl":"https://185kingst.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/ashes-arrow-with-nicole-lund.jfif","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Country Rock","Soaring Harmonies","Story Driven Songs","High Energy Show","Intimate Venue"],"aiSummary":"Country rock set built on soaring harmonies, heartfelt storytelling, and a punchy full-band stage feel. Expect an electrifying, singalong-ready night with Ashes & Arrows plus opener Nicole Lund in an intimate Brevard room.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":19,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"This is a specific billed show (Ashes & Arrows + Nicole Lund) at 185 King Street and appears as a limited engagement with nearby date listings (Oct 2 vs Oct 4), making it fairly missable compared to weekly jams/karaoke. It’s solid country/rock entertainment with strong harmonies and stage energy but not especially high-concept or Asheville-weird. Caliber is likely a well-produced regional/local draw in an intimate room rather than a major touring-headliner scale. 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Based for much of that time in Austin, though frontman James Petralli has since relocated to Los Angeles, the group quickly built a reputation for electrifying live shows and adventurous musicianship, earning comparisons to both classic rock icons and modern innovators. Their 2008 debut Workout Holiday established them as genre-defying outsiders, while later releases such as Corsicana Lemonade in 2013 showcased a more polished but no less daring approach. At the heart of the band’s vision is frontman James Petralli, whose distinctive voice, sharp guitar work, and inventive songwriting anchor White Denim’s sound. His dynamic presence both in the studio and on stage has made him one of the most compelling frontmen in modern rock, ensuring White Denim remains one of the most unique and unpredictable forces in contemporary music.","startDate":"2026-10-03T00:00:00.000Z","location":"Eulogy, 10 Buxton Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Fever","price":"$30","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/white-denim/","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Garage Rock","Jazz Fusion","Psychedelic Jam","Experimental Improv","Pre Party Vibe"],"aiSummary":"Electrifying late-night rock set that blurs garage grit with soul grooves, jazz fusion twists, psychedelia, and freewheeling improvisation. A Burnpile pre-party vibe with doors at 7 and an 8pm start in an intimate downtown venue.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":22,"scoreRarity":9,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":6,"scoreReason":"One-night touring-style club show at Eulogy (no evidence of a recurring series at this venue in the similar list), making it highly missable. White Denim’s garage/soul/jazz-fusion-psych blend and improv edge gives it a strong ‘main character’ vibe for rock fans, though it’s still a standard concert format. Likely a solid regional draw in an intimate room at a $30 ticket, not an arena-level headliner. Asheville-weird is moderate (jammy/experimental but not transgressive). 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Known for his heartfelt storytelling and intimate live performances, this is one act you’ll be happy you checked out.","startDate":"2026-10-03T00:00:00.000Z","location":"One World Brewing, 10 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"One World Brewing","price":"Unknown","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/austin-hughes/","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Folk","Singer Songwriter","Intimate Set","Travel Inspired"],"aiSummary":"Heartfelt folk songs and intimate storytelling draw on nine years of traveling and performing across Asia, creating a personal live set rooted in Asheville songwriting and worldly experience.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":16,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"This appears to be a one-night performance by a specific local songwriter, though One World regularly hosts other live music. 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His debut single \"Tomorrow\" \\(May 2025\\) introduced listeners to a powerful mix of gravel and grace, followed by \"Better Off in Blue\" \\(July 2025\\), which showcased his growing sonic range and lyrical depth. His album \"Redshift\" shook the Nashville scene with a sold out release show at The 5 Spot in March 2026. Backed by his live band \"The Cousins\", Carson delivers raw, dynamic performances that leave a lasting impression-proving he's building a sound of his own. 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While festive costumes are heartily encouraged, they are by no means mandatory – it’s all about celebrating in style and you could even snag an extra special costume awards!\n\nAfter crossing the finish line, revel in the post-race festivities at the Hi-Wire Brewing Beer Garden, where our fantastic sponsors await to treat you to a well-deserved celebration.\n\nJoin us on September 27, 2025, for an unforgettable experience at the Oktoberfest Half Marathon & 5k, and savor the perfect blend of autumn magic, craft beer, and the thrill of running. 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Likely a modest group size (tour-level draw), with decent built-in socializing from riding together and hanging at New Belgium afterward; more ‘outdoorsy Asheville’ than truly weird.","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-01T00:06:55.188Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-01T00:06:55.188Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:11.869Z"},{"id":"443c62c4-8661-4a1a-a42a-5a9114f95215","sourceId":"19945414","source":"AVL_TODAY","title":"Mountain Strong Mini Classic: Putt-Putt Fundraiser and Silent Auction","description":"A family-friendly putt-putt tournament and silent auction benefiting long-term recovery in Yancey and Mitchell Counties. *No golf experience required* — just bring your crew and your competitive spirit. Only 6 team spots remain! \n\nCan't make it in person? You can also purchase a ticket to access the silent auction, which will open October 2 and close at 12pm on October 3. The auction features local artists, overnight stays with our friends at the Nu Wray Inn and The Lodge on Mt. Mitchell, Panthers tickets, rounds of golf at the best courses around and so much more! All proceeds of the event go directly back to Yancey and Mitchell County and support the Mountain Strong Free Clinic, which offers no cost mental health services to those in need.","startDate":"2026-10-03T13:00:00.000Z","location":"Salt Face Mule Brewing, 450 Weaverville Rd , Asheville, NC","zip":"28804","organizer":"Salt Face Mule Brewing","price":"$25","url":"https://www.mountainstrong828.org/mini-classic","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/IIPhRRfQGUyfVP-lYep8ow.large.jpg","tags":["Sports","Volunteering","Family","Beer","Putt Putt Tournament","Silent Auction","Fundraiser","Beginner Friendly","Team Competition"],"aiSummary":"Family-friendly putt putt team tournament paired with a silent auction to support long-term recovery efforts in Yancey and Mitchell Counties. Expect a competitive but beginner-friendly afternoon with local-art items and getaway packages up for bids, plus an online bidding option.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":19,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Appears to be a one-off annual-style charity mini-golf tournament at this venue/date (no other same-venue cadence shown), with limited team spots adding urgency. 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Along the way, participants will pause with gentle mindfulness prompts designed to support personal reflection, embodied awareness, and a deeper connection with the artwork. Rather than offering art historical interpretation, the experience encourages each participant to notice what arises within them through presence, stillness, and mindful seeing. The group will honor noble silence throughout much of the session with occasional opportunities for brief reflection and sharing. No previous meditation experience is needed. \n\nJoin Joshua on 8/22, 10/3, 11/7, and 12/5. \n\nJoshua Canter is a mindfulness meditation teacher and the founder of True Nature Travels and Education, an Asheville-based organization that has offered transformative retreats and educational experiences around the world for more than 20 years. 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You'll finish the rings with a custom textured pattern and they'll polish to a beautiful finish.\n\nLeave with the set of rings you made yourself!\n\nIncludes a Cubic Zirconia in color of your choice or gemstone upgrades may be available upon request\n\n$125 includes all materials\n\n\\*Ages 12 and up, great for couples, bridesmaids, locals and solo makers. 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Two staggered start options leave from Applewood Manor (A group) and Gravelo Workshop (B group) for riders seeking a hard workout.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-03T18:07:26.925Z","updatedAt":"2026-04-03T18:07:26.925Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:20.199Z"},{"id":"631df24d-65ef-4220-a0cf-89ed21147ac4","sourceId":"1988529294650","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"FREE OUTDOOR YOGA - BRING YOUR MAT","description":"Join us for a chill outdoor yoga session—just bring your mat and flow with the vibes!","startDate":"2026-10-03T14:00:00.000Z","location":"Mills River Farm Market, 94 School House Road, Mills River, NC","zip":"28759","organizer":"Mills River Prana","price":"Free","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-outdoor-yoga-bring-your-mat-tickets-1988529294650","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1183397571%2F2985459269275%2F1%2Foriginal.20260430-023015?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=c4fc751b9975f2255b83bb8fd2e6edb2","tags":["Fitness","Outdoors","Community","Free Class","All Levels","Bring Your Mat","Outdoor Flow","Chill Vibes"],"aiSummary":"A free, chill outdoor yoga flow set in the open air at a farm market—bring your mat and move at your own pace. 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Launching Wednesday, September 9 and running through the end of October, the exhibition will be hosted on the ArtsvilleUSA gallery wall at the Ferguson Family YMCA in Candler and is free and open to the public.\n\nThe show features stunning barn quilt designs by Tricia Palm of Burnsville Barn Quilts and evocative photographs by Asheville-based photographers Tim Robison and Michael Freas. Freas’ work documents the Haywood County Arts Council Barn Quilt Trail, capturing the history and personal stories behind the region’s iconic barn quilts, including portraits of local tradition bearers Lillian Howell Rumsey and Sugar Bear Rumsey.\n\nThe exhibition is part of ArtsvilleUSA’s ongoing initiative to document and preserve these unique rural artworks, whose origins are often rooted in women’s creative traditions but whose histories are at risk of being lost. Many barn quilt trails, once a thriving art form throughout WNC, have vanished due to lack of funding or have been destroyed, most recently by Hurricane Helene. ArtsvilleUSA is working to archive these treasures in the Quilt Index, a national nonprofit digital repository with over 100,000 quilts. This project marks the first time barn quilts will be preserved in the Index.\n\nArtsvilleUSA will host a special fundraiser in October to support this initiative. Also in October, look for a feature story about the barn quilt fundraiser on ArtsvilleUSA.com, plus a podcast episode with commentary from local culture bearers such as Lillian Howell Rumsey and Sugar Bear Rumsey.\n\nArtsvilleUSA invites the public to experience this celebration of rural art, support the ongoing preservation efforts, and help promote tourism and economic recovery in Western North Carolina.","startDate":"2026-10-03T14:00:00.000Z","location":"Ferguson Family YMCA, 31 Westridge Market Pl, Candler, NC","zip":"28715","organizer":"Ferguson Family YMCA","price":"Free","url":"https://avltoday.6amcity.com/events#260911-Pg0HW-EC0Srl9Jvi9U2cw","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/0Byfpuxmqk2HhHgcD7wXbg.large.jpg","tags":["Art","Museum Exhibition","Community","Barn Quilts","Wnc Heritage","Free Admission","Gallery Wall","Photography Exhibit"],"aiSummary":"Colorful barn quilt patterns paired with evocative photography highlight Western North Carolina’s rural heritage in a free, public exhibition on a YMCA gallery wall. 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Festivals are naturally social (wandering, dancing, chatting between sets), and it feels notably ‘WNC/Asheville-adjacent’ rather than peak countercultural weird.","scoreAshevilleWeird":5,"scoreSocial":7,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-18T17:02:51.244Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-18T17:02:51.244Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:51.108Z"},{"id":"6d4f2e57-2a78-4b43-88b1-d1664db382fb","sourceId":"2001937082705","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Main Street for Safelight","description":"Join us for Shaves for SafeLight, a special event featuring $100 hot shaves and haircuts, with proceeds benefiting Safelight.","startDate":"2026-10-03T14:00:00.000Z","location":"Casablanca Cigar Bar, 411 North Main Street, Hendersonville, NC","zip":"28792","organizer":"Casablanca Cigar Bar","price":"$100","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/main-street-for-safelight-tickets-2001937082705","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1194046864%2F3014650424941%2F1%2Foriginal.20260921-205719?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=225609aeb67f99fdbeae492b4c42e124","tags":["Community","Volunteering","Charity Fundraiser","Hot Shaves","Haircuts","Cigar Bar Venue"],"aiSummary":"$100 hot shaves and haircuts turn a grooming session into a charity fundraiser, with proceeds supporting Safelight. 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We’re not trying to set speed records or conquer a mountain before breakfast. 😂 We’ll hike at a comfortable pace, enjoy the scenery, talk, laugh, meet new people, and give everyone plenty of opportunities to mingle along the way.\n\n💦 The Hike\n\nWe’ll meet at the Catawba Falls Trailhead and follow the trail alongside the Catawba River through a beautiful hardwood forest.\n\nThe trail follows an old wagon route and stays close to the river for much of the hike, so we’ll have the sound of rushing water and smaller cascades accompanying us along the way. There are also old stone ruins from the area’s early hydroelectric history tucked into the forest.\n\nOur destination is the base of Catawba Falls, where a series of cascading waterfalls tumble down the mountainside and combine into a spectacular roughly 100-foot waterfall system.\n\nWe’ll take some time at the falls for pictures, conversation, and enjoying the view before heading back along the river.\n\nWe are NOT doing the full upper loop with its 580 stairs. You’re welcome. 😂\n\n🥾 Distance: Approximately 3 miles round trip\n🥾 Difficulty: Easy to moderate\n🥾 Terrain: Forest trail with a gradual incline\n🥾 Pace: Relaxed and social\n🥾 Parking: Trailhead parking lot\n🥾 Restrooms: Available at the trailhead\n\n📍 Where We’re Meeting\n\nCatawba Falls Trailhead\n3074 Catawba River Road\nOld Fort, NC 28762\n\nPlease arrive a few minutes early so we can gather everyone and start hiking around 10:00 AM.\n\nBring water, wear comfortable hiking shoes with good traction, and dress for the weather.\n\n🍔 Then We Head to Lunch!\n\nAfter the hike, we’ll drive into downtown Old Fort and continue the fun over lunch at Hillman Beer Old Fort.\n\nHillman is a relaxed, casual brewpub that’s practically made for post-hike gatherings. There’s plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, including a beautiful covered creekside deck where we can kick back and hang out.\n\nTheir full kitchen serves burgers, sandwiches, wings, salads, pub favorites and plenty of options whether you’re there for a beer, a non-alcoholic drink, or just a really good post-hike meal.\n\nHillman Beer Old Fort\n78 Catawba Ave\nOld Fort, NC 28762\n\nEveryone will order and pay for their own lunch.\n\nCome for the waterfall, stay for lunch, and spend a Saturday morning getting some fresh air, moving your body, meeting new people, and enjoying one of the prettiest spots near Asheville.\n\nFresh air + waterfalls + new friends + lunch.\nDogs are welcome. 🐶❤️\n\nThat sounds like a pretty darn good Saturday to me. 💦🌲🥾","startDate":"2026-10-03T14:00:00.000Z","location":"Catawba Falls Trailhead, 3074 Catawba River Rd - Catawba Falls Trailhead, Old Fort, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Asheville Transplants","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/asheville-transplants-20s-50s/events/316640898/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/4/1/6/e/600_536236750.jpeg","tags":["Outdoors","Community","Waterfall Hike","Social Hike","Fall Foliage","Creekside Lunch","Beginner Friendly"],"aiSummary":"A relaxed, social morning hike to Catawba Falls with time to soak in autumn scenery and waterfall views at an easy pace. 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Horses in a harmonious herd have a large, coherent energetic heart field. When we meditate with these beautiful beings, our heart fields entrain to that harmony, increasing our sense of peace and presence. 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Support the Friends of the Transylvania County Library by buying books, movies, music and more at their Annual Book Sale hosted at the library October 2-9.\n\n2026 Annual Book Sale Schedule:\n\nSaturday, October 3: 10:00am – 5:00pm\n\nMonday, October 5: 10:00am – 5:00pm\n\nTuesday, October 6: 10:00am – 5:00pm\n\nWednesday, October 7: 10:00am – 5:00pm\n\nThursday, October 8: 10:00am – 5:00pm (Clearance! $10/box)\n\nFriday, October 9: 10:00am – 5:00pm (Clearance! $5/box)\n\nMembers of the Friends of the Library can shop the Members-Only Presale October 2 from 4:00 – 6:00pm. Not a member? Join at the door, or visit this page to join now.\n\nCan’t make it in October? The Friends sell books on Ebay or visit the Second Story Book Store on the second floor of the library.\n\nThe Second Story Book Store will be close on Friday, September 25th at 4pm and reopen Monday, November 2 because of the Annual Book Sale. 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No tank tops are allowed, as they don't provide enough coverage for our playful hoofed friends.\n\n**Safety First:** Our staff ensures all goat interactions are positive and stress-free for both you and the goats.\n\n**Maximum Group Size:** 30+\n\n**Duration:** Each session is 60 min\n\n**Refund, Reschedule & Cancellation Policy**\n\nCancellations made **14 days or more** prior to an event date are eligible for a **full refund of the event/class fee.**\n\nCancellations made **7-14 days** before and event will receive a **50% refund** of the class/event fee.\n\nCancellations less than 7 days are **non-refundable**.\n\nIn the event of cancellation by the instructor or Wilde Dairy, and if no reschedule date is available, a **full refund of the event/class fee** will be issued.\n\nRescheduled events/classes may happen due to rain( goats do not like rain). If rescheduling is not available above cancellation policy will apply.\n\nTickets are transferable to another participant if you are unable to attend. Please notify us in advance with the new attendee's information.\n\nPLEASE NOTE-If a refund is given it is ONLY the cost of the class. 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We look forward to welcoming you! ✨\n\nPlease text Marian at 828-707-1269, or check out her website https://www.energeticexperiences.co/ to learn more.\n\nThis event is hosted by Marian Noble of Energetic Experiences. 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The orientation breaks down eligibility, the buying process, and next steps for prospective first time buyers.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":11,"scoreRarity":5,"scoreUnique":3,"scoreMagnitude":3,"scoreReason":"Free ABCLT homeownership orientation/info session. Similar affordable-homeownership/CLT info sessions appear clustered in early Sep and mid-Sep 2026, suggesting roughly monthly-ish cadence (missable but not rare). Valuable and civic-minded but more utility/education than entertainment; likely a small local turnout. Some interaction/Q&A with other attendees, but not primarily a mingle event.","scoreAshevilleWeird":2,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-03T18:06:28.921Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-03T18:06:28.921Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:17.077Z"},{"id":"9bb0c738-370f-4c5d-957c-74a1a1325244","sourceId":"19074900","source":"AVL_TODAY","title":"Tour De Fat at New Belgium Brewing Asheville","description":"Dust off your costumes, decorate your bikes, and get ready to party, because **Tour de Fat is rolling back into Asheville on Saturday, October 3, 2026!**\n\nJoin **New Belgium Brewing** and **Asheville on Bikes** for a day packed with colorful characters, pedal-powered shenanigans, craft beer, and an unforgettable lineup of live music. From awe-inspiring sideshow performances to nonstop bicycle frolic, there's something around every corner to keep the fun rolling all day long.\n\nThe festivities kick off with our beloved **Bike Parade**, winding through the River Arts District and celebrating all things two-wheeled. Whether you're riding, cheering, or showing off your costume creativity, you won't want to miss it!\n\n🚲 Schedule\n\n**Bike Parade:** 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM **Tour de Fat Festivities & Main Show:** 12:00 PM - 6:30 PM\n\n🎶 Featured Artists\n\nGet ready for an incredible day of music featuring:\n\n**Bosko Baker**\n\n**Meschiya Lake**\n\n**Erika Lewis**\n\n**Liliana Hudgens**\n\nBring your friends, bring your family, and bring your best Tour de Fat spirit as we celebrate community, creativity, bicycles, and great beer in true Asheville fashion.\n\nAnd when the festivities wrap up, keep the good times rolling by heading over to **Foundry Fest** for even more live music, entertainment, and celebration!\n\n**See you there! 🚲🍻✨**","startDate":"2026-10-03T16:00:00.000Z","location":"New Belgium Brewing Asheville, 21 Craven St, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"New Belgium Brewing Asheville","price":"Free","url":"https://events.humanitix.com/tour-de-fat-esbajtxt","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/xXkc-xwaNkqM4c8-CEqVcA.large.jpg","tags":["Beer","Live Music","Outdoors","Community","Costume Ride","Bike Parade","Sideshow Acts","Festival Vibes","All Day Party"],"aiSummary":"Costumed, decorated-bike revelry takes over the brewery grounds with pedal-powered games, bicycle frolic, and colorful characters. Craft beer flows alongside a live-music lineup and awe-inducing sideshow-style performances for a big community festival vibe.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":1,"score":25,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":9,"scoreMagnitude":8,"scoreReason":"Big, free, costumed bike-parade/festival with sideshow acts and live music—high-concept and very missable. Similar listings cluster on a single date (Oct 3, 2026) rather than recurring weekly/monthly, suggesting an annual/limited-run-style city stop. Strong Asheville flavor (costumes, bikes, beer, shenanigans) and excellent built-in social mechanics (ride/parade + brewery festival).","scoreAshevilleWeird":8,"scoreSocial":8,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-27T06:07:52.563Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-27T06:07:52.563Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:12.129Z"},{"id":"a41057d9-ac03-492d-a709-2cae169cda44","sourceId":"316162291","source":"MEETUP","title":"Let’s Craft!","description":"Greetings everyone! Let’s get together and craft while snacking on pie! You can bring whatever craft you’re into, though please don’t bring anything too big/messy (e.g. no mural painting) since we want everyone to have space to work and need to leave the place spotless!\n\nThe Baked Pie Company has an ever rotating selection of award-winning pies (as well as quiche and salad); they even have pie flights! They also feature sugar free, gluten free, keto and vegan pies for those with dietary needs. So let's grab a slice of pie and build some community!\n\nDon't worry if you can't make this one, though! It’s a monthly event; you'll have plenty of chances to get your pie on :)\n\nYou can check out the menu here:\nhttps://www.bakedpiecompany.com/list-of-pies","startDate":"2026-10-03T16:00:00.000Z","location":"Baked Pie Company, 4 Long Shoals Rd Suite A, Arden, NC","zip":"28803","organizer":"Queers to the Front!","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/queers-to-the-front/events/316162291/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/d/c/e/600_498371726.jpeg","tags":["Crafts","Dining","LGBTQ+","Community","Casual Hangout","Bring Your Project","Pie Flights","Dietary Friendly","Cafe Meetup"],"aiSummary":"Casual bring your own craft meetup with table space for small, low mess projects while snacking on award winning pie and optional pie flights. Queer community gathering at a cozy pie shop with vegan, gluten free, keto, and sugar free options.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":15,"scoreRarity":5,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"This appears to be a monthly recurring “Let’s Craft!” at the same venue (Sep 5 to Oct 3 is ~4 weeks), so it’s missable but not rare. The concept is a cozy BYO craft hang with pie at a queer-led meetup—more distinctive than a generic craft club, but still low-concept. Likely a small-to-medium local draw at a pie shop (not a marquee headliner). 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Likely a solid draw for a taproom/camp venue, and the mechanics (come-and-go around a fire) make it highly social.","scoreAshevilleWeird":5,"scoreSocial":8,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-27T06:07:52.549Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-27T06:07:52.549Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:12.129Z"},{"id":"e12fc67c-0fc4-478c-b0d9-5c31c58ec604","sourceId":"20032179","source":"AVL_TODAY","title":"Old Skool Roller Derby","description":"SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3rd from noon to 3pm, Blue Ridge Roller Derby (BRRD) will celebrate its 20 year anniversary with their home team season opener ROLLER DERBY BOUT at Harrah's Cherokee Center in downtown Asheville!!! 🛼🏨\n\n🎟️ Tickets can be found at blueridgerollerderby.com, Harrah's events and tickets website, or going directly to Harrah's box office day of.\n\nNOTE: Harrah's will host an OPEN SKATE SESSION with a live DJ after the bout - skate for free when you buy a roller derby ticket! 🛼🎟️\n\nWatch one of the coolest sports on the planet - racing and hitting on roller skates! Also join in on the fun spectator games where fans can win kids or adult prizes that are valued at $150! 🎁🥇\n\n🛍️ There will be a vendor village selling rad local products; Harrah's will have their concessions open 🍺🍔; and BRRD be selling special, LIMITED TIME 20TH ANNIVERSARY MERCHANDISE. 👕\n\nY'all, DON'T MISS THIS! Blue Ridge Roller Derby is back skating in their hometown of Asheville at Harrah's epic downtown venue. Come celebrate, watch hard hitting roller derby, and even skate afterwards yourself!\n\n$15 for adults, $5 for kids - includes admission to roller derby game/bout and open skate! 🛼🛼🛼🎉🎉🎉😄😄","startDate":"2026-10-03T16:00:00.000Z","location":"Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville, 87 Haywood St, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville","price":"$5","url":"https://www.blueridgerollerderby.com/","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/Eo-ninBN6k6j5jlFlBh-Xg.large.jpg","tags":["Sports","Nightlife","Roller Derby Bout","20 Year Anniversary","Downtown Arena","Open Skate Session","Live DJ"],"aiSummary":"High-energy roller derby bout celebrating Blue Ridge Roller Derby’s 20-year anniversary and home-team season opener in a downtown arena. Post-game open skate turns into a DJ-driven rink party, free with bout ticket purchase.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":21,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":6,"scoreReason":"One-off date tied to BRRD’s 20-year anniversary + season opener at Harrah’s (not a weekly cadence in the similar list; mostly clustered around this weekend). Roller derby is a high-energy, spectacle sport with a fun ‘old skool’ vibe, and the included post-bout open skate + DJ turns it into a participatory rink party. 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Broadly accessible for parents, but low novelty, low spectacle, minimal Asheville flavor, and limited social mixing since it’s primarily a drop-off service.","scoreAshevilleWeird":1,"scoreSocial":2,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-03-28T06:04:29.759Z","updatedAt":"2026-03-28T06:04:29.759Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:12.301Z"},{"id":"0250efbf-88ee-4d1d-b8b6-664955747847","sourceId":"1990780358643","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Infant Sleep and Beyond","description":"Empower yourself and your support team with up-to-date information on sleep standards for infants.","startDate":"2026-10-03T17:00:00.000Z","location":"Kooshlie Care Doula Services, 59 Green Valley Road, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Kooshlie Care Doula Services","price":"$162","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/infant-sleep-and-beyond-tickets-1990780358643","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1092873453%2F1156272603713%2F1%2Foriginal.20250811-143513?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=e30e934d8ebdd8dc5e4d887eee5c775c","tags":["Education","Family","Wellness","Infant Sleep","New Parents","Caregiver Support","Doula Led"],"aiSummary":"Practical, evidence-based guidance on infant sleep standards and what to expect as sleep patterns change over the first year. Built for new parents and caregivers to align routines, safety, and support at a doula services space.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":9,"scoreRarity":3,"scoreUnique":3,"scoreMagnitude":3,"scoreReason":"Doula-led infant sleep education is a useful, niche class for new parents/caregivers. Similar Kooshlie infant care/feeding offerings run within days to weeks of each other (weekly-ish cadence), so it’s not very missable. Small, workshop-style setting with moderate interaction among attendees, but low ‘Asheville weird’ and limited broad draw outside families with infants.","scoreAshevilleWeird":2,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-13T00:07:50.521Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-13T00:07:50.521Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:15.858Z"},{"id":"1bc48ef7-7850-45c2-94bc-0fd79e19dfc0","sourceId":"12424987","source":"AVL_TODAY","title":"Coloring with Cats: Kiddie Edition","description":"School is back in session and we know that can be stressful for everyone, but especially the students!\n\nThere are many scientific studies that support the understanding that petting cats and coloring relieves stress and anxiety. So why not do both?\n\nColoring books and markers (and of course, cats) are provided for this relaxing artistic session. And once everyone is done with their picture, you can choose to take it home or hang it on the altar in the shop for Bastet!\n\nTickets are $15 per child + 1 adult and admission goes directly to the care of our resident panthers.\n\nChildren ages 13 and under are welcome to this event! 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The four-week program welcomes youth of varied abilities.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":12,"scoreRarity":5,"scoreUnique":4,"scoreMagnitude":3,"scoreReason":"A four-week weekly program has limited rarity, but adaptive tennis offers an inclusive, hands-on activity with moderate participant interaction. It is a small local recreation program rather than a major draw or distinctly Asheville-weird event.","scoreAshevilleWeird":2,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T22:01:04.690Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T22:01:04.690Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:01:02.991Z"},{"id":"50905deb-0f45-4d65-9986-43a1ddbab501","sourceId":"19959452","source":"AVL_TODAY","title":"Naturalist Walk and Talk - Spiders","description":"Join staff naturalists on a walk to see what flora, fauna and phenomena we can find on the Arboretum trails.","startDate":"2026-10-03T17:00:00.000Z","location":"Baker Event Lawn, 20 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Baker Event Lawn","price":"$38","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/naturalist-walk-and-talk-spiders-registration-1998434523456","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/cIWD_Kf4N0SGfIrwNKvHjA.large.png","tags":["Outdoors","Education","Naturalist Guided Walk","Arboretum Trails","Spider Focus","Flora And Fauna","All Ages Friendly"],"aiSummary":"Naturalist-led walk along Arboretum trails with a spotlight on spiders, plus whatever seasonal flora, fauna, and natural phenomena show up along the way. Learn identification tips and ecology while exploring the landscape at an easy pace.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":12,"scoreRarity":3,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"Naturalist-led Arboretum walks appear multiple times within the same week (Sep 29 to Oct 3), suggesting a frequent/weekly-style offering rather than a rare one-off. The spider focus adds a fun twist but it’s still a standard guided nature walk. Likely a modest group size (paid, docent/naturalist caliber) with some chance to chat while walking, but not an explicit mixer. Outdoorsy Asheville vibe, but not especially countercultural/weird.","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-27T06:07:52.664Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-27T06:07:52.664Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:12.301Z"},{"id":"5c3d2b17-a407-4d95-9623-5158602a40ed","sourceId":"20055356","source":"AVL_TODAY","title":"Outer Work for Inner Peace: Exploring the Kleshas with Cindy Dollar","description":"What if the habits keeping you stuck aren’t really “you”? Unpack the kleshas—Patanjali’s five root causes of suffering—and discover how avidya, our foundational misperception, shapes everything from self-talk to relationships. A philosophy-forward workshop for all levels.\n\nWe’ll explore how each klesha shows up in daily life—in our relationships, our self-talk, our reactions to change—making ancient philosophy feel immediate and personally relevant. Special attention will be given to avidya, which Patanjali identifies as the root from which the other four kleshas grow.\n\nWe’ll discuss how avidya isn’t a simple lack of knowledge, but a fundamental misperception of mistaking the personality self as “who we are” and not recognizing our True Self or Essential Nature. Through guided exercises and discussion, students will consider where in their own lives they might be operating from misperception/fluctuations of the mind rather than from clarity. Yoga teaches us how to recognize this misperception early and to maintain steadiness as we respond to the fluctuations rather than be carried away by them.\n\nThis sliding-scale class is suitable for all levels, including those with little or no asana experience, as the physical component is minimal. It’s especially well-suited for students who want to deepen their understanding of yogic philosophy, explore the “why” behind the practice, and connect the mat to their broader inner life. Please come with an open mind, a journal if you’d like one, and a willingness to sit with some big questions.","startDate":"2026-10-03T17:00:00.000Z","location":"Purna Yoga 828, 697 D Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Purna Yoga 828","price":"$45","url":"https://purnayoga828.com/cindy-dollar-oct2026/","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/gkmMYvoFB0GLD3Pp_512MQ.large.jpg","tags":["Education","Wellness","Spiritual","Yoga Philosophy","Self Inquiry","All Levels"],"aiSummary":"Explore Patanjali’s five kleshas and how avidya, foundational misperception, influences self-talk, relationships, and reactions to change. 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This \"Little Germany\" mixes Bavarian traditions with Asheville’s eclectic vibe. It's a perfect time to celebrate our local beer scene. Entry is free; purchases required for food and the Prost Pass tasting experience. Buying advance tickets is recommended since they will probably sell out. It's a 21 and over festival. Enjoy a big variety of beer and hard cider tastings from 20 breweries, with many featuring seasonal ales for Oktoberfest. Pair the brews with German staples like bratwurst, pretzels, and traditional sides. 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Expect a high-energy, bar-crawl vibe with plenty of downtown scenery between breweries.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-30T06:07:59.476Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-30T06:07:59.476Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:21.063Z"},{"id":"abc7f466-edd5-4654-a5fe-7b169127f267","sourceId":"18586233","source":"AVL_TODAY","title":"Guided Trail Walk","description":"Hit the trails and learn more about The North Carolina Arboretum’s botanically diverse forest with a guided trail walk! April through October, this free hiking program is led by trained volunteer guides who take small groups of participants along woodland trails and through a variety of forest types. Depending on the season and each guide’s area of expertise, topics of discussion may include wildflowers, plant and tree identification, natural history and more. \n\nGuided trail walks are limited to 15 people, including the guide, and are not recommended for guests under 16 years of age. Groups depart from the Baker Visitor Center Lobby on Tuesdays at 1 p.m. and Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.. \n\nWalks last 1.5 – 2.5 hours, are approximately one to two miles in length. As this program is held rain or shine, all participants should dress appropriately for the weather. \n\nThere is no pre-registration; walks are first-come first served and sign up sheets are located in the Baker Visitors Center. \n\nWalks are FREE; however, donations to The North Carolina Arboretum Society are appreciated. Regular parking fees apply. Arboretum Society Members always park free. \n\nKnow Before You Go\n\nGuided Trail Walks are not recommended for guests under 16 years of age.\n\nGuided Trail Walks are rain or shine and all participants should be dressed comfortably and for the weather.\n\nHikes cover 1-2 miles and last 1.5-2 hours.\n\nWell-behaved leashed pets are welcome to accompany their owners. In the rare case that a pet is disruptive or negatively impacts the experience, the pet and its owner may be asked to excuse themselves from the guided walk.","startDate":"2026-10-03T17:00:00.000Z","location":"The North Carolina Arboretum, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"The North Carolina Arboretum","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.ncarboretum.org/event/guided-trail-walk-5/2026-10-03/","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/vDIIgmj6CEqNpWbcRtpqJw.large.png","tags":["Outdoors","Education","Guided Hike","Arboretum Trails","Plant Identification","Natural History","Small Group"],"aiSummary":"Volunteer-led woodland walks wind through the Arboretum’s botanically diverse forest, exploring multiple habitat types along scenic trails. 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Come deepen those connections with the fibers that are deeply woven into many aspects of our lives by trying your hand at one of the earliest ways to handspin yarn using a drop spindle. Join us for a fun, educational and meditative day of learning the top whirl dropspindle, and maybe some other styles as welll. We will prepare, card and spin raw wool fleece to create yarn on a drop spindle. You may have time to try different types of fibers and even different types of spindles. You will get to take home your first handspun yarn, as well as a drop spindle to continue exploring this new skill. \n\nJamie Sparks is a multidisciplinary artist and educator with over 30 years of experience teaching learners of all ages. She has spent more than two decades working with natural fibers, specializing in spinning and felting, and has taught throughout the southeastern U.S., including the John C. 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Expect hands-on materials, self-directed projects, and an easygoing setup that works for kids and caregivers.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-30T06:07:59.459Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-30T06:07:59.459Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:20.858Z"},{"id":"24dc1c84-5ff7-4f9f-823d-80bc11d99e8f","sourceId":"1999781354865","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Barktober Costume Contest","description":"Dress up your furry friend and join the Barktober Costume Contest for treats, fun, and puppy vibes!","startDate":"2026-10-03T18:00:00.000Z","location":"Tanger Outlets Asheville, 800 Brevard Road, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Tanger Outlets, Asheville","price":"Free","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/barktober-costume-contest-tickets-1999781354865","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1192682926%2F3010445114395%2F1%2Foriginal.20260904-141909?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=cf5d44cc53b3b0769d1bc523f44d1957","tags":["Community","Pets","Holiday","Dog Costume Contest","Treats","Outdoor Shopping Center","Fall Themed","Pet Friendly"],"aiSummary":"Costumed dogs and their humans bring playful fall energy with treats, prizes, and plenty of puppy photo ops. 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This program is open to tweens and teens ages 12 - 18.\n\nAll skill levels are welcome.\n\nAges: Teen (ages 12-18).\n\nRegistration required: https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/event/dungeons-dragons-teens-12-18-weaverville-library-27925\n\nHosted by Weaverville Library, Buncombe County Public Libraries.","startDate":"2026-10-03T18:00:00.000Z","location":"Weaverville Library, 41 N Main St, Weaverville NC 28787","zip":"28787","organizer":"Weaverville Library","price":"Free","url":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/event/dungeons-dragons-teens-12-18-weaverville-library-27925","imageUrl":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/sites/default/files/2026-08/Teen%20D%26D%201st%20Saturday%20September-December%202026.png","tags":["Gaming","Community","Tabletop Roleplaying","Teen Friendly","All Skill Levels"],"aiSummary":"Collaborative tabletop role-playing invites teens ages 12–18 to build characters, explore imaginative worlds, and take on Dungeons & Dragons adventures together. Players of all experience levels are welcome.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:48.911Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:48.911Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:26.880Z"},{"id":"c25b52e9-3fb5-497f-975c-7c95d5b37dd8","sourceId":"19937517","source":"AVL_TODAY","title":"Tempus Concert","description":"Tempus presents From Silence…\n\nExperience the artistry of Tempus, the Asheville Choral Society’s select vocal ensemble, in an intimate concert where every voice matters. With precision, nuance, and extraordinary musicality, Tempus explores the space between silence and sound—and the remarkable things that happen when individual voices become one.\n\nOctober 2 & 3 | Black Mountain & Asheville\n\nashevillechoralsociety.org","startDate":"2026-10-03T18:00:00.000Z","location":"Trinity Episcopal Church, 60 Church St, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Trinity Episcopal Church","price":"$25","url":"https://ashevillechoralsociety.org/","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/cgP0--LThUy7iQBgUwam3g.large.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Community","Choral Ensemble","Classical Vocals","Intimate Concert","Sacred Space"],"aiSummary":"Precision choral singing and close harmonies fill a small church sanctuary as a select vocal ensemble explores the tension between silence and sound. 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If you have a favorite you would like to share, please bring it along.\n\nAges: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult.\n\nHosted by West Asheville Library, Buncombe County Public Libraries.","startDate":"2026-10-03T18:00:00.000Z","location":"West Asheville Library, 942 Haywood Rd, Asheville NC 28806","zip":"28806","organizer":"West Asheville Library","price":"Free","url":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/event/board-game-28664","imageUrl":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/sites/default/files/2026-09/Board%20Game%20On_10-3-2026.png","tags":["Gaming","Community","Board Games","Library Meetup","Teen Friendly"],"aiSummary":"Settle in for a relaxed tabletop game night with friends or new opponents, choosing from a small selection of games or bringing a favorite to share. 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I got a few pics.","startDate":"2026-10-03T21:00:00.000Z","location":"Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28806, United States","zip":"28806","organizer":"Patton Ave Cruise-In Asheville","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.facebook.com/events/27339608185677334/","imageUrl":"https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/711680104_122133434685056804_507000547137139972_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_tt6&cstp=mx1536x2048&ctp=s960x960&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=75d36f&_nc_ohc=vwuRA-tMllcQ7kNvwHRHuGD&_nc_oc=AdoSr4Dv_F3XtRG6TSxkDvf4l7dDfzK3gZQ9YAy7xGtIwroF1zOkPzRXsahWWDWVX5c&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&_nc_gid=R-_elTzWsR7XfcZryqXeAg&_nc_ss=7b1a0&oh=00_AQNM4SlqP1sssykkNoBhq4vd-kxj7hpAf93Vzeun1GtZ9Q&oe=6AC4C4F7","tags":["Community","Outdoors","Car Meet","Cruising","Vehicle Enthusiasts"],"aiSummary":"Car enthusiasts gather for a casual Saturday-night cruise-in along Patton Avenue, sharing vehicle photos and community conversation despite the weather. 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Likely a mid-sized ticketed Arboretum event (not a huge draw like a major concert), but very date-night/friend-group friendly with guided tastings and strolling that encourage mingling.","scoreAshevilleWeird":6,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-22T18:08:53.335Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-22T18:08:53.335Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-09-29T12:08:01.706Z"},{"id":"e12f19b7-bf66-4df3-89eb-ebf9e5ca643e","sourceId":"littleanimals-6a91cc1f56fb1f2697f74465","source":"LITTLE_ANIMALS","title":"Frugal Framer 51 Birthday Bash","description":"Jennifer Pearson and the Frugal Framer team invites everyone to a birthday party. There will be food truck, drinks, and art TALKS. Inside the Chop Shop in the back of the store there’s an archival wall of fliers going back over a decade. Artists hung them up indicating an exhibition, but the signs were never taken down. 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Check out our Events Page to see what’s coming up next! No brewery experience is complete without great food. That’s why we offer French Broad River Pizza, serving up hot, hand-tossed pizzas made to order. 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This one will focus on the Venus Retrograde,** Then enjoy a powerful yet relaxing 45 min. gong meditation followed by an integration.\nWhen the gong sings, you listen. You listen listens with every cell of your body. You hear it and feel it. You begin to sense more. The obscure sounds leave your brain guessing and eventually surrenders to the soundwave as you begin to relax, feel and heal. The vibrational frequencies can awaken stagnant energy. The experience is like a personal dream. There are moments during a gong meditation where the subconscious can become more conscious, where illumination and insight follows.\nSuggested donations for this event are $20-40. Donations can be made at the event via cash or Venmo **@starsounds**\nIf you like to donate early reserving your spot, you can right here using Venmo **@starsounds** here but not required.\nWalk-ins are welcome as a 1st arrive basis, cash at the door is fine. There is plenty of room, sometimes it will max out. If you want your spot guaranteed, come about 15 min early **and** **or** pre-pay Venmo **@starsounds**\n**You can RSVP here or at** [Star Sounds](https://www.starsounds.love/event-details/sound-bath-gong-meditation-w-david-heiss)\nWe provide some pads and blankets. You are welcome to bring your own comfort items. You are also able to sit in our chairs if you prefer that support.\nThe entrance is located at the very center of the shopping center in Woodfin. \\* downstairs \\*\n\n* The event is from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm\n\n**About David**\nDavid Heiss specializes in Self-Discovery using sound alchemy though blending unique sounds with instruments including many gongs, crystal bowls, and other abstract sounding pieces that create a abstract symphony of sound overtones to create a healing restorative experience. Being an Evolutionary Astrologer, he offers natal chart readings to assist in your self-discovery process as he has personal experience in the success of these divine arts in his own healing process. He has been working with stars and sounds, AKA Gongs and Astrology since 2012. His intention is to create a space through sound to help you realize more of who you are.\n\\*\n\\`\\`\\`\nDavid discovered the healing vibration of Gongs in 2012 after a powerful spontaneous Kundalini Awakening and has ever since been drawn to Self-Discovery by Knowing Thy-Self. Convinced that the stars are inside of us, he uses sound and evolutionary astrology to discover who we are and why we are here finding our souls purpose on earth. 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Ages 21+.\n\nGuiding guests through this strange journey are Divine, the Bearded Lady, and her delightfully decadent co-host, Calcutta. Together, they’ll serve quick wit and enough theatrical chaos to make Dr. Frank-N-Furter proud. Guests are encouraged to dress for the occasion—whether that means corsets and fishnets, mad-scientist chic, glittering gold briefs, or a creation straight from the Transylvanian convention. Don’t dream it—dress for it. At The Rocky Horror Drag Bingo, everyone gets to shiver with antici…pation.\n\n**About Bearded Lady Productions**\n\n**Bearded Lady Productions** is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Asheville, NC, dedicated to blending entertainment with community impact. Through events like Asheville Drag Brunch and Asheville Drag Bingo, this award-winning production team raises thousands of dollars each year for local charities. 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Born to Madeiran parents in Guernsey, she grew up between languages, between islands, between identities. Maybe that’s why her work sits in the in-between: not folk, not pop, not confessional, not theatre, but something raw and unguarded, carried by a voice that doesn’t hide from itself.\n\nHer songs lean into the dark, not for drama but for honesty. The grief, the doubt, the ache of trying to belong in your own life. She follows feeling where it goes, not where it’s supposed to go. And in doing so, she finds light that hasn’t been polished, only earned.\n\nHer debut album, Diamonds & Demons, was born from upheaval and built with community support, a record of fragile hope and stubborn resistance. It quietly found its people, carrying her across continents and into rooms where listeners come not to escape, but to remember themselves.\n\nOffstage, Nessi has spent the last decade working with the voice as a place to meet emotion and truth, influenced by her background in Creative Expressive Therapies and voice-based therapeutic work. It’s not performance training. It’s more like tending to the parts that don’t speak in sentences. Over the years, thousands have joined her workshops and retreats, not in search of perfection, but presence.\n\nNow, she’s in a season of returning to the source, writing, unravelling, listening. New songs are taking shape, bruised and luminous, cracked-open and steady, refusing simple answers.\n\nNessi sings like someone trying to stay real in a world full of masks.\n\nShe writes for the ones who feel too much and keep going anyway.\n\nAll ages","startDate":"2026-10-03T23:00:00.000Z","location":"AyurPrana Listening Room, 312 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"AyurPrana Listening Room","price":"$35","url":"https://link.dice.fm/V0cd236b09e1","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/3WT9q4IVVkePeunPAh7z9w.large.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Education","Songwriter","Vocal Workshop","Listening Room","Introspective","World Folk"],"aiSummary":"Intimate songwriter concert paired with a daytime vocal-focused workshop from Nessi Gomes, whose cross-cultural roots inform emotive, edge-walking songs. 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Demo listening in the morning flowed intotracking the whole band live in one room. The session was punctuated by peals of laughter andoccasional tears as the group kept themselves in the moment, leaning in to every emotion andembracing that vulnerability. As they worked, the music took shape in the moment, right in front ofthe microphones, each participant listening and responding as the songs flickered to life. By dinnertime the songs of the day were complete and talk moved to the next day's work.The album that resulted from this process captures the multifaceted band in full-flight, pivotingeffortlessly between the folk rock band they've grown into over 20 years, and the harmony-centricacoustic ensemble that they've been since the beginning.The band puts their impressive range ondisplay throughout \"The Steel Wheels\"; energy, insight, and humor, balance with tender, highlypersonal moments of masterful restraint and expression as the album unfolds. 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A longtime collaborator of Les Paul and former member of Bill Evans’ Soulgrass, Howes has performed a six-night run under his own name at Jazz at Lincoln Center and served as a U.S. State Department cultural ambassador. His album American Spirit was named among the Huffington Post’s Best Jazz Albums of the Year. In 2026, the American String Teachers Association honored him with its Artist Teacher Award.\n\nAt Hotel Eve, Howes will lead a quartet built around melodic improvisation, deep groove, and the spontaneous musical interaction that an intimate listening room makes possible. 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EVERY SATURDAY from 7–10 PM, enjoy live music and mouthwatering Kansas City-style BBQ at 135 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC! \n\nUpcoming Artists:\n\n5/2: The Project\n\n5/9: Christie Huff\n\n5/16: Miller & Reeves\n\n5/23: 81 Drifters\n\n5/30: John Keck Band\n\n6/6: Joe's Cousin\n\n6/13: DJ Shuf\n\n6/20: Mike Hollan\n\n6/27: Rhythm Rockets\n\n7/4: DJ Lyric\n\n7/11: Pleasure Chest\n\n7/18: Kid Billy\n\n7/25: Moon Hunter\n\nNo ticket needed! 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Rotating local artists play 7–10 PM with no ticket required.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":9,"scoreRarity":2,"scoreUnique":3,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"Weekly rotating local live music at a BBQ bar (easy to catch again), with a casual no-cover hang vibe. Fun and accessible but fairly standard for Asheville nightlife; modest draw and moderate socializing since it’s a bar setting rather than a structured mixer.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-03-27T18:04:30.864Z","updatedAt":"2026-03-27T18:04:30.864Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:12.932Z"},{"id":"cc2c2782-8472-43c7-be3e-b8ba5a438966","sourceId":"2002464486183","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"DJ Mx. 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Rooted in The Stooges’ primal danger and the uncompromising spirit of PJ Harvey, Patti Smith, Thin Lizzy, and Grace Jones, they invite you into the disruption you’ve been craving.\n\nThis is an invitation for your whole humanity to be fully realized. Joy, anguish, grief, and love—all have their place. Here, darkness transmutes into essence. This is your evolution.\n\nNighttime Noon—where opposites don’t just coexist, they combust. Theatre meets punk meets jazz, creating heat where there should only be contradiction.\n\nAndy Burns on lead guitar is simply why the band sounds the way it does. His playing has grit, feeling, and something else-that’s harder to name.\n\nQuinn Sternberg on bass has a gift for finding exactly the right space. His playing is generous and grounded.\n\nJoe Esposito on drums is detail-obsessed in the best way. Fast when it needs to be fast, sensitive when it needs to breathe.\n\nReggie Headen on vocals learned a long time ago that nothing is wasted. 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If you're looking to just work at the sensory invitations, you'll want to book: **Open Studio: Sensory Studio.**\n\nLast drop-in appointment 1 hour before Studio closing.\n\n**Sample Class Format**\n\nChild-led and Child-directed, caregivers stay with their child around the studio, engaging in creative and sensory play. \n\n1 hour included. additional time may be added at the studio. \n\n**Other Things To Know**\n\nAdult Participation\n\n**Required.**\n\nCaregivers stay + play! Open Studio is designed for families to create together. Be prepared to stay actively engaged with your kiddo in the space.\n\nCancellation Policy\n\nDeposits are non-refundable and will be forfeited if registration is cancelled. No refunds/credits are offered for no-shows. If Light + Love Arts cancels for any reason, full refund will be provided. 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I'm trying to reach the apex of where I am now, but without turning my back on or dismissing what I've done before.\" After nearly 20 years of releasing mesmerizing music, Talib Kweli stands as one of the world's most talented and most accomplished Hip Hop artists. Whether working with Mos Def as one-half of Black Star, partnering with producer Hi-Tek for Reflection Eternal, releasing landmark solo material or collaborating with Kanye West, Pharrell Williams, Just Blaze, J Dilla, or Madlib, Kweli commands attention by delivering top-tier lyricism, crafting captivating stories and showing the ability to rhyme over virtually any type of instrumental. In 2011, Kweli founded Javotti Media, which is self-defined as \"a platform for independent thinkers and doers.\" Kweli has set out to make Javotti Media (which released his 2011 album,Gutter Rainbows, and is named after his paternal grandmother) into a media powerhouse that releases music, films and books. 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Sharp jokes pair with hauntingly delicious Appalachian cocktails at a distillery, with doors at 9:30 and a 10pm start.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-27T06:07:53.257Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-27T06:07:53.257Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:12.933Z"},{"id":"e319c7d5-aaaa-4cd9-80b7-38e33dbc264e","sourceId":"mx-1068804","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"High Step Society","description":"High Step Society is a high-flying, beat-dropping, big band dance party with an ear to the past, and both feet on the gas. Sultry and effervescent, low-down, dirty and mean, this dynamic EDM-infused seven-piece band is bringing jazz back to the dance floor where it belongs. Based out of Portland, OR, and New Orleans, LA, High Step Society has been a favorite of the US festival scene since it's creation in 2015, touring year-round and sharing stages with a wide range of acts from Beats Antique and The Polish Ambassador to Zion I and Dirtwire. Their fusion of hard-hitting beats with seductive vocals and horns has made them a top performance choice for dancers and burlesque and circus artists worldwide. Capturing the spirit of the Jazz Age and launching it a century forward, this band breaks down the divisions between us and replaces them with the irresistible urge to dance together. High stepping is a state of mind, and a society to be a part of. Dress yourself up nice, jump on the dance floor and lift your best foot towards the sky. Let's ride this wave together towards better times. 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You’ll dance, you’ll move, you’ll feel new vibrations! Listen to his sets here: [https://soundcloud.com/robert-kochka-jr](https://soundcloud.com/robert-kochka-jr)\n\nAmanda Crowe sets and holds a wonderful container seeded with intention and beauty.\n\nThis pair will lay out the carpet to welcome you more deeply into yourself, and perhaps into togetherness on the dance floor.\n\\~\\~\\~\n\n\\*\\* Please note that the dance starts at Warm up. The doors close promptly at Opening Circle and any that come late will be turned away. Please be on time to ensure a safe and secure container. \\*\\*\nTicket Prices: $15 - $30 or name your price.\n\nNo one turned away for lack of funds!\nPre-registration Recommended:\n\nVOLUNTEER!\n\nWe need volunteers. Volunteer and dance for free! Register to volunteer at:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMFZWQ0ZzTmFlam10YUN0RXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4XGdFINP8qUH1XAETf8I71UKxgUcbNb_LMLwgnJWEzr2I_3ELhDttUv2i1OA_aem_nrjKIXdVB1pootRUE4YAfA)\n\nIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:\n\nDoor will close at the beginning of the opening circle. Please note: NO ENTRY AFTER OPENING CIRCLE BOTH WAVES!\n\nCollective agreements:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMFZWQ0ZzTmFlam10YUN0RXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4XGdFINP8qUH1XAETf8I71UKxgUcbNb_LMLwgnJWEzr2I_3ELhDttUv2i1OA_aem_nrjKIXdVB1pootRUE4YAfA)\n\nAbout AMC:\nAsheville Movement Collective envisions a world that moves in harmony where all are free to be their authentic selves within a loving community. 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We have limited capacity, please sign-up in advance: **ceceyogini.com/yoga-in-the-park-asheville** --Be sure to include your phone number so I can contact you if class should be canceled (due to weather or emergency) This 75 minute class will start with a brief meditation/philosophical opening and move into a slow to moderate-paced flow. Each class is unique, intertwining movement with breath with a different focus of strength and release. We will open our hearts, create heat in the body, stimulate the brain & rejuvenate our well-being. Postures are always guided to offer modifications and variations to accommodate the very beginner to a long-time practitioner. We will close with savasana/brief meditation.\n\n Please bring your owns props if you like to use them & a mat. If you do not have a mat, notify us at least 24 hrs ahead and we will provide one for you(no cost to you!) A large sheet/blanket for under your mat is highly recommended to provide extra sprawl space.\n\n Arrive early to allow time to settle and ensure you don't miss centering(so important in this practice!).\n\nPLEASE leave your fur babies at home, I strive to create a serene class environment with the least amount of distractions. \\*\\*Classes are recommended for children 8+ but younger are welcome to join if they're able to remain on their mat space(I've had children bring head phones or other quiet activities if they lose interest in the class).\n\nFIND US!: We will gather behind the Gassaway baseball field! Go down the steps, keep left to go around the baseball field fence, and you'll see us gathered in an open space beyond the batting cage! 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As are any friends who might like to join.\n\nLet's meet at 9:50 at the Folk Art Center, right by the trailhead near their front door/information kiosk. We'll leave at 10am.\n\nRight now the forecast is for rain, but I'm scheduling this just in case it's a nice morning.","startDate":"2026-10-04T14:00:00.000Z","location":"Southern Highland Craft Guild, Folk Art Center, 382 Blue Rdg Pkwy, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Weekend Hiking and Outdoor Adventure (WHOA)","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/whoahiking/events/316765634/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/a/4/2/600_516771778.jpeg","tags":["Outdoors","Fitness","Pets","Community","Out And Back","Five Mile Hike","Leashed Dogs"],"aiSummary":"A flexible out-and-back hike climbs from the Blue Ridge Parkway to Haw Creek Overlook, or farther up the hill beyond Lunch Rock. 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Launching Wednesday, September 9 and running through the end of October, the exhibition will be hosted on the ArtsvilleUSA gallery wall at the Ferguson Family YMCA in Candler and is free and open to the public.\n\nThe show features stunning barn quilt designs by Tricia Palm of Burnsville Barn Quilts and evocative photographs by Asheville-based photographers Tim Robison and Michael Freas. Freas’ work documents the Haywood County Arts Council Barn Quilt Trail, capturing the history and personal stories behind the region’s iconic barn quilts, including portraits of local tradition bearers Lillian Howell Rumsey and Sugar Bear Rumsey.\n\nThe exhibition is part of ArtsvilleUSA’s ongoing initiative to document and preserve these unique rural artworks, whose origins are often rooted in women’s creative traditions but whose histories are at risk of being lost. Many barn quilt trails, once a thriving art form throughout WNC, have vanished due to lack of funding or have been destroyed, most recently by Hurricane Helene. ArtsvilleUSA is working to archive these treasures in the Quilt Index, a national nonprofit digital repository with over 100,000 quilts. This project marks the first time barn quilts will be preserved in the Index.\n\nArtsvilleUSA will host a special fundraiser in October to support this initiative. Also in October, look for a feature story about the barn quilt fundraiser on ArtsvilleUSA.com, plus a podcast episode with commentary from local culture bearers such as Lillian Howell Rumsey and Sugar Bear Rumsey.\n\nArtsvilleUSA invites the public to experience this celebration of rural art, support the ongoing preservation efforts, and help promote tourism and economic recovery in Western North Carolina.","startDate":"2026-10-04T14:00:00.000Z","location":"Ferguson Family YMCA, 31 Westridge Market Pl, Candler, NC","zip":"28715","organizer":"Ferguson Family YMCA","price":"Free","url":"https://avltoday.6amcity.com/events#260911bEngacyHb0e5XLp66vw7rA","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/0Byfpuxmqk2HhHgcD7wXbg.large.jpg","tags":["Art","Museum Exhibition","Community","Barn Quilts","Wnc Heritage","Free Admission","Photography Display","Gallery Wall"],"aiSummary":"Stunning barn quilt block designs paired with evocative Western North Carolina photography create a heritage-rich visual exhibition on the YMCA gallery wall. 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Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session.\n\nAfterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries!\n\nA note about the format\nWe don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing.\n\nFor our full event schedule, visit https://shutupwrite.com\n\nOther Important Details:\n\nVenue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.","startDate":"2026-10-04T14:30:00.000Z","location":"Green Sage Cafe South, 1800 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC","zip":"28803","organizer":"Shut Up & Write!® Western North Carolina","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/shutupandwriteasheville/events/316553536/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/0/9/b/600_500132923.jpeg","tags":["Education","Networking","Community","Quiet Coworking","Writing Sprint","All Levels","Bring Laptop","Cafe Meetup"],"aiSummary":"Quiet coworking-style writing sprint with a timed, distraction-free work block after quick introductions and settling in with a drink. 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Following our delicious **covered dish luncheon**, John invites us to go deeper with an engaging and experiential **Return to Love Workshop**.\n\n🌟 **A Journey of Remembering**\n\nThis interactive experience invites us to explore the tools and abilities already within us as we:\n\n✨ Remember who we truly are\n\n🌿 Shift what is ready to be shifted\n\n🕊️ Release what is no longer serving us\n\n💫 Connect with our inner wisdom\n\n🎶 Explore healing through music and toning\n\n❤️ Move beyond the need to continually “fix” or change ourselves\n\n🌈 Remember that **we are the ones we’ve been waiting for**\n\nThis isn't simply a workshop to listen to—it is an opportunity to **participate, experience, and contribute**. 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He has shared the stage with blues greats including Buddy Guy, Koko Taylor, Junior Wells, James Cotton and Little Milton, and relocated to Asheville in 2018.\n\n**In the event of inclement weather, the performance will move indoors to the Hotel Eve listening room.**\n\nSeating is first come, first served. Arrive early to secure a seat! 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Similar hands-on jewelry/metalsmithing classes at the same venue cluster every 1–2 weeks (Sep 18, Sep 24–25, Sep 27, Oct 2, Oct 8), so it’s not very missable. Fun craft concept but fairly standard as workshops go; likely small-to-midsize class setting with decent mingle/connection while making.","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-14T18:07:56.402Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-14T18:07:56.402Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:22.014Z"},{"id":"2cd436b6-f001-42b2-9fc8-2eb822c0ca19","sourceId":"ea-33379-9","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"Luminere at Biltmore","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-04T20:30:00.000Z","location":"Biltmore Estate, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Biltmore Estate","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/asheville/events/luminere-biltmore#2026-10-04","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a7a2-cad7-3e10-a837313160c5-w-800h-600-91dcd7-GoldLongBox_FallTicketOffer_LuminereTicketOffer_Cornelia_800x600_jpg.png","tags":["Outdoors","Tours","Holiday","Light Trail","Evening Stroll","Estate Gardens","Romantic Vibe","Seasonal Illumination"],"aiSummary":"A glowing, after-dark light trail winds through the Biltmore Estate grounds with immersive illumination and photo-worthy installations. 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More Asheville food-scene than Asheville-weird.","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-16T18:08:46.598Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-16T18:08:46.598Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:13.462Z"},{"id":"4df86ca3-8363-4ac7-a02f-c0f02b800e6e","sourceId":"ks-open-electric-jam-ft-the-king-street-house-band-130","source":"KING_STREET","title":"Open Electric Jam ft. the King Street House Band","description":"Free / no reservations necessary. Join us for King Street's longest standing tradition. The House Band kicks things off around five and then others are welcome to join. Whether you come to play or just to listen the Open Jam is a great way to kick off your week! Venue and ticketing information:We are family friendly, but shows are 21 and up unless accompanied by a parent.This is a general admission show. There are tables within the venue that are available on a first come, first serve basis. There is a garage door behind the stage that remains open in good weather so that you can enjoy the show from inside or outside.For more information visit our FAQ page or reach out to us directly.","startDate":"2026-10-04T21:00:00.000Z","location":"185 King Street, Brevard, NC","zip":"28712","organizer":"185 King Street","price":"Free","url":"https://185kingst.com/event/open-electric-jam-ft-the-king-street-house-band-130/185-king-street","imageUrl":"https://185kingst.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/etix-Open_1728871760969030.jfif","tags":["Open Mic","Live Music","Nightlife","Electric Jam","House Band","Audience Sit In","General Admission","Family Friendly Early"],"aiSummary":"An electric open jam led by the King Street House Band, with the first set kicking off around 5 before musicians rotate in for sit-ins. Drop by to play or listen in a casual general-admission room; 21+ unless accompanied by a parent.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:56.300Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:56.300Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:26.518Z"},{"id":"6a0ae7b2-1a90-497d-8050-f73f1d43df0f","sourceId":"mx-10176936","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"Suns of Stars","description":"Sunday residency - Suns of Stars bluegrass.","startDate":"2026-10-04T21:00:00.000Z","location":"One World Brewing West, 520 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"One World Brewing West","price":"$10","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/suns-of-stars/2026-10-04/","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Bluegrass","Sunday Residency","Brewery Taproom"],"aiSummary":"Traditional bluegrass melodies bring a lively Sunday night feel to a brewery taproom, with Suns of Stars returning for a recurring residency in Asheville’s West Asheville neighborhood.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:35.136Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:35.136Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:52.415Z"},{"id":"6ca3b32a-8a04-42be-9e64-c4beb052b548","sourceId":"18983872","source":"AVL_TODAY","title":"Tasting Appointments - Addison Farms Vineyard","description":"Tasting Room Appointments Thursday-Sunday: noon-5pm Reservations are currently required during our normal hours. 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This work illuminates hidden dynamics, clears trauma, provides insight, generates forward momentum, creates harmony, supports deep healing & more. Challenges often trace back to unresolved dynamics within our extended relations. By unveiling what’s hidden, we see more clearly & can release what’s stuck. We can then connect to the life we desire with more grace, ease, prosperity & support.\n\n**V Nusia** will host & facilitate one Constellation session. **You are welcome** to join & participate.\n\n**Please RSVP** if you are a solid YES & will show up on time with a hearty organic dish to share. 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The facilitated practice seeks insight into hidden dynamics, healing, and greater harmony across relationships and communities.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":17,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":3,"scoreReason":"No same-event repeats at this venue are shown, so this appears to be a limited one-off workshop. Experiential constellation work is intriguing and has an Asheville spiritual flavor, but it is a niche, small-scale offering; facilitated group participation creates good opportunities to interact.","scoreAshevilleWeird":6,"scoreSocial":7,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-30T12:08:01.768Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-30T12:08:01.768Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:17.976Z"},{"id":"0d86e3cd-2ea5-4fcc-aa64-1fd9ee97b3b7","sourceId":"17943708","source":"AVL_TODAY","title":"Creation-centered Evensong","description":"Celebrate creativity and community at Trinity’s vibrant Art Fair! More than **35 artists** from our congregation will showcase their work in a wide variety of media — including paintings, woodwork, ceramics, stained glass, textiles, jewelry, LEGO creations, books, and mixed media pieces.\n\nEnjoy imaginative floral displays by the **Trinity Flower Guild**, delicious food and beverages, and a festive atmosphere in **Tuton Hall and the church courtyard** (weather permitting).\n\n✨ **Admission is free and open to all!** All proceeds support **Camp Henry** scholarships, helping youth experience a summer of faith, fun, and friendship at Lake Logan.\n\nFor more info, visit **trinityasheville.org** or call **(828) 253‑9361**.","startDate":"2026-10-04T21:30:00.000Z","location":"Trinity Episcopal Church, 60 Church St, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801-3622","organizer":"Trinity Episcopal Church","price":"Free","url":"http://www.trinityasheville.org","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/o7vr0eY-IEaCnSIUY9aB4w.large.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Community","Classical Concert","Church Sanctuary","Organ Recital","Trumpet Duo"],"aiSummary":"Bright trumpet fanfares and resonant pipe organ selections fill a historic church sanctuary for an uplifting classical concert. 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Limited first come first serve outdoor seating creates an intimate late night, all ages vibe.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":12,"scoreRarity":2,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Grey Eagle patio shows appear to run multiple times per week (dates clustered Sep 27–Oct 31), so this specific one is not very missable. Genre-blending jazz/soul/alt-rock is a solid, broadly appealing live-music hook but not a high-concept/\"only in Asheville\" concept. Likely a local/regional draw with intimate limited patio seating at a major local venue. 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Please call 828-338-8448 or email auctions@sterlingtransitions.com for an appointment time at least **24 hours** prior to the preview date. We can not always accommodate last minute preview appointment requests.\n\n**Online Bidding:** Bids are accepted online starting at 6am on Friday, July 31st, 2026. Lots will close every minute starting with Lot 1 at **4pm** on Monday, August 3, 2026. Bidding is extended 5 minutes if bidding occurs within the last 5 minutes of a lot ending.\n\n**Winner Pick Up:** One day pick up by appointment in North Asheville, NC on Wednesday, August 5rd from 11am to 6pm. If you have a large item to pick up, **you must** bring help to load it in your car or ask us for a list of movers for hire prior to pick up! Pick up appointments can be made through www.Calendly.com/SterlingTransitions after 6pm day of auction close.\n\n***Parking Notes:*** *This house is located on a hill off the main road but there is room to maneuver around. You may wish to park at the main road and walk up the short driveway to avoid getting stuck up there. If you need to come up for furniture or multiple items be sure to check in with staff right away to ensure you are in a good spot.*\n\nRead Terms and Conditions Prior to Bidding.\n\nSterling Transitions Inc NCAF#10011\n\n Betty Baker, Auctioneer NCAL#9997","startDate":"2026-10-05T10:00:00.000Z","location":"Sterling Transitions, Leicester, NC","zip":"28748","organizer":"Sterling Transitions","price":"Free","url":"https://www.sterlingtransitions.com/upcoming-sales/","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/Vc7YaQjAjkaIRg0Rzl9y1A.large.jpg","tags":["Markets","Community","Estate Sale","Designer Furniture","Local Pickup","No Bidding","Set Price Sale"],"aiSummary":"Set price estate sale from a North Asheville mountain retreat with designer and artisan furnishings like a red leather Fjords Nordal swing relaxer, Restoration Hardware pieces, an Arhaus stone top console, and a Natuzzi sectional. 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Many barn quilt trails, once a thriving art form throughout WNC, have vanished due to lack of funding or have been destroyed, most recently by Hurricane Helene. ArtsvilleUSA is working to archive these treasures in the Quilt Index, a national nonprofit digital repository with over 100,000 quilts. This project marks the first time barn quilts will be preserved in the Index.\n\nArtsvilleUSA will host a special fundraiser in October to support this initiative. Also in October, look for a feature story about the barn quilt fundraiser on ArtsvilleUSA.com, plus a podcast episode with commentary from local culture bearers such as Lillian Howell Rumsey and Sugar Bear Rumsey.\n\nArtsvilleUSA invites the public to experience this celebration of rural art, support the ongoing preservation efforts, and help promote tourism and economic recovery in Western North Carolina.","startDate":"2026-10-05T14:00:00.000Z","location":"Ferguson Family YMCA, 31 Westridge Market Pl, Candler, NC","zip":"28715","organizer":"Ferguson Family YMCA","price":"Free","url":"https://avltoday.6amcity.com/events#260911mftYmxPOqkiomVmJtFxnHA","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/0Byfpuxmqk2HhHgcD7wXbg.large.jpg","tags":["Art","Museum Exhibition","Community","Barn Quilts","Wnc Heritage","Free Admission","Gallery Wall","Photography Exhibit"],"aiSummary":"Stunning barn quilt blocks and Appalachian patternwork fill a YMCA gallery wall alongside evocative Western North Carolina photography. 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Capacitamos a residentes locales para convertirse en reporteros comunitarios mediante alianzas con colegios comunitarios del área, creando oportunidades para que las personas documenten y compartan sus propias experiencias, al mismo tiempo que conectan a sus vecinos con recursos.\n\nAges: Adult, Family (children of all ages).\n\nHosted by Pack Memorial Library, Buncombe County Public Libraries.","startDate":"2026-10-05T21:00:00.000Z","location":"Pack Memorial Library, 67 Haywood St, Asheville NC 28801","zip":"28801","organizer":"Pack Memorial Library","price":"Free","url":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/event/hold-jmpro-reception-and-hispanic-heritage-month-celebration-28062","imageUrl":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/sites/default/files/2026-09/JMPRO%20Libmark.jpg","tags":["Art","Museum Exhibition","Community","Documentary Photography","Latino Stories"],"aiSummary":"Documentary photography by WNC Latino community reporters captures everyday relationships, traditions, work, and moments of joy, bringing underrepresented perspectives into view during a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":17,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"A distinctive, likely limited-run exhibit celebrating WNC Latino stories; similar listings don’t establish a recurring cadence at this venue. 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Limited first come seating sets a laid back but lively late evening vibe that's welcoming to all ages.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":13,"scoreRarity":3,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Grey Eagle patio shows appear to run multiple times per week (several dates clustered Sep 30–Oct 31), so this specific patio concert isn’t very rare. The Americana/Celtic fusion duo is a solid, pleasant twist but not a high-concept or ‘only-in-Asheville’ experience. 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We’ve got the antidote: **Board Games, Brews, and Bliss**.\n\n**Our Mission:** To ignite laughter, forge alliances, and maybe—just maybe—unleash a few friendly rivalries & battle to the death!\nNo PhD in rulebooks required! Whether you’re a Settlers of Catan enthusiast or a Code Names solving ninja, or your first time touching a board game ***we will explain all the rules needed.***\n\nExpect:\n\n* **Beer on Tap**: Because rolling dice is better with a pint in hand.\n* **Low Brainpower Required**: We’re all about fun, not Fermat’s Last Theorem.\n* **Epic Showdowns**: Ticket to Ride routes, Splendor gem heists, and High stakes Camel Up.\n\nFeel free to request any game you’d like to play or bring your own. So gather your guild, stack your resource cards, and let the games begin! 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A prolific performer, he tours extensively and has appeared at festivals and venues throughout the United States, Canada, England, Europe and Japan.\n\nIn addition to his solo work, Mueller has collaborated and performed with groups such as Who is the Witness?, Mind Over Mirrors, Volcano Choir, Collections of Colonies of Bees, and Pele. He has also worked with artists including Olivia Block, Aaron Turner, Faith Coloccia, Timo van Luijk, Dawn Springer, Chris Hefner, Jason Kahn, Hal Rammel, Asmus Tietchens, Z’EV, Rhys Chatham, Jarboe, James Plotkin, Duane Pitre, and Raymond Dijkstra.\n\nHe has released music on renowned labels such as Room40, Astres d’Or, American Dreams, Table of the Elements, Type Recordings, Important Records, Taiga Records, SIGE Records, and his own imprint, Rhythmplex.\n\n**Adam Lion**\n\nOffering “a tone so pure it is almost a sine-wave” (The Wire), Adam Lion is a percussionist/vibraphonist investigating enabling constraint, acoustics, repetition, surprise, and coincidence. His experimental performances blur acoustic space, creating opportunities for new sonic frameworks to naturally emerge. Within this process, new realities grow, encouraging listeners to investigate the hidden potential of reimagined sound. 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From your initial planning, to construction management, communication with your lender, and planning for \"best and worst case scenario\" exit strategies - this presentation is going to cover it all!\n\n**Whether you’re preparing for your first investment property or looking to improve the way you approach your next deal, this presentation will give you practical information you can use before, during, and after your next project.**\n\n**At Dealmaker WNC, we do not sell anything, and everyone is welcome at our events. Our goal is to host a fun, engaging event where you can connect with real estate professionals, learn about strategies that are working in our local area, and build connections that last beyond each monthly event.**\n\nEach Dealmaker chapter is locally run and operated, with a **high focus in building real connections that create real opportunities to collaborate together and close more deals.**\n\n**Be sure to join us - RSVP Now!**\n\n**About your Dealmaker WNC Hosts:**\n\n**Mary Hart**\nWith over 20 years of private lending experience and 34 years as an attorney, Mary Hart has built a reputation for structuring rock-solid deals that protect both investors and borrowers. Her zero-foreclosure track record isn’t by chance—it’s the result of careful underwriting, smart risk management, and unwavering integrity. Mary discovered her passion for lending when a fellow investor asked her to fund a deal, and she’s never looked back. Today, she’s recognized as a legal and financial expert who knows exactly how to structure deals the right way—helping ensure everyone wins.\n\n**Haley Gant**\nGrowing up in a family of real estate investors, Haley has been surrounded by real estate investing for most of her life. Today, she is a licensed Mortgage Loan Originator, private lender through her Self-Directed Roth IRA, and invests in Short-Term Rentals. 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Join us in the **Highland Taproom** every Tuesday from **6–8 PM** for **Music Bingo with Spencer**. It’s **free to play**, so bring your friends, grab a drink, and test your music knowledge while enjoying great vibes.\nEach round features your favorite tunes—match the songs to your bingo card and win awesome prizes! Plus, enjoy delicious eats from **rotating food trucks** on-site.\"\n\nhttps://highlandbrewing.com/calendar/music-bingo/2026-09-15/\n\nMusic Bingo starts at 6p, I will get there around 5:30p to snag a spot for the group! 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All dogs must have proof of vaccinations and be spayed/neutered to ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable time.\n\nPrizes: Show off your trivia prowess for the chance to win:\n\n1st Place: A $50 Wagbar Gift Card\n\n2nd Place: A $15 Wagbar Gift Card\n\nHow to Participate:\n\nForm a Team: Teams of 3-6 people are encouraged. Rally your friends, family, or fellow dog enthusiasts to form your ultimate trivia squad.\n\nFair Play Policy: Teams are allowed only one answer per question. Remember, NO CELL PHONES are allowed to keep the trivia battle honest and exciting.\n\nWhen & Where: Every Tuesday Night at Wagbar\n\nStart Time: 6-8 PM\n\nWhy You Should Join:\n\nTuesday Trivia Nights at Wagbar are the perfect blend of challenge, camaraderie, and canine companionship. It’s a unique way to engage your brain, enjoy delicious food, and spend quality time with both two-legged and four-legged friends. Whether you're there for the competition, the company, or the burgers, Wagbar promises an unforgettable night.\n\nNote: Free dog entry starts after 5 PM. Please bring proof of your dog's vaccinations and ensure they meet our friendly entry requirements. Let’s keep it fun and safe for everyone involved!","startDate":"2026-10-06T22:00:00.000Z","location":"Wagbar Dog Park, 320 Merrimon Ave, Weaverville, NC","zip":"28787","organizer":"Wagbar Dog Park","price":"Free","url":"https://www.wagbar.com/asheville","imageUrl":"https://citysparkstorage.blob.core.windows.net/portalimages/portalimages/ajbpH6CId0ifJCZff_X0dw.large.jpg","tags":["Trivia","Pets","Nightlife","Dog Park Bar","Prize Trivia","18 Plus","Vaccine Required"],"aiSummary":"Weekly pub style trivia with a dog friendly twist in an off leash park bar setting, with free entry for humans 18+ and dogs after 5 PM. 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Dill has had over one hundred solo exhibitions. Her artworks are in the collections of many major museums, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art, and the Museum of Modern Art, New York. In 2017 she was named a fellow of The John Simon Guggenheim Foundation. Her opera, Divide Light, based on the poems of Emily Dickinson, was performed in San Jose in 2008, restaged in New York City in 2018, and captured in an award-winning film by Ed Robbins. Dill’s exhibition Wild Grace This Private Hallucinatory Moment at Arthur Roger Gallery in New Orleans \\(2025-26\\), a result of research conducted as a 2023-2024 Smithsonian Artist Research Fellow, examined themes of radiance and healing in seen and unseen energies. Dill’s exhibition Wilderness: Light Sizzles Around Me, organized by the Figge Art Museum and traveled to seven venues from 2021 to 2023, amplifies voices of the North American past as they wrestle with divinity, deviltry, and freedom, including Mother Ann Lee, Black Hawk, Sojourner Truth, John Brown, Emily Dickinson, Horace Pippin, and Sister Gertrude Morgan. Ms. Dill is represented by Arthur Roger Gallery in New Orleans. She lives and works in Brooklyn, New York. For more information and images of her work, visit www.lesleydill.net \n\nPurchase Tickets","startDate":"2026-10-06T22:00:00.000Z","location":"Asheville Art Museum, 2 S. 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Her reputation as a crank and a recluse is amplified by her not-so-secret preference for the company of animals over humans. Then a neighbor, Big Foot, turns up dead. Soon other bodies are discovered, in increasingly strange circumstances. As suspicions mount, Janina inserts herself into the investigation, certain that she knows whodunit. If only anyone would pay her mind . . .*\n\n*A deeply satisfying thriller cum fairy tale, Drive Your Plow over the Bones of the Dead is a provocative exploration of the murky borderland between sanity and madness, justice and tradition, autonomy and fate. Whom do we deem sane? it asks. Who is worthy of a voice?*\n\n\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\\-\n\n**Welcome to our monthly Book Club!** We’re a small, friendly group that gets together for fun, thoughtful conversations about a different book each month.\n\nFinished the whole book? Great. Only made it through a few chapters? Still come. Didn’t read it at all but the discussion sounds interesting? Honestly, you’re welcome too.\nWe meet on the **first Tuesday of every month**.\n\nOne of the best things about this group is that we keep it relatively small and guide the conversation, so it doesn’t turn into three people talking while everyone else quietly questions their life choices. Everyone has a chance to jump in, share their thoughts, and explore the book’s characters, themes, writing, and bigger ideas.\n\nYou definitely don’t need to be a literary expert. Whether you read constantly or you’re trying to get back into it, this is a relaxed place to discover new books, hear different perspectives, and meet some great people along the way.","startDate":"2026-10-06T22:00:00.000Z","location":"Crave Dessert Bar, 41 N Lexington, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"AVL Digital Nomads","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/avl-digital-nomads/events/315656930/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/e/b/f/600_535176543.jpeg","tags":["Book Club","Networking","Digital Nomads","Literary Fiction","Expat Friendly","Dessert Bar","Evening Meetup"],"aiSummary":"Conversation-driven discussion of Olga Tokarczuk’s literary mystery set in a remote Polish village, with themes of astrology, isolation, and dark winter intrigue. 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Alongside the prettiest \\(and baddest\\) girls who read good books you'll hear about Armstrong's award-winning debut novel Ferry Tales.Ferry Tales follows a Black millennial woman on a transatlantic journey of self-discovery, blending travel, romance, humor, and cultural reclamation as she re connects with her African heritage and confronts the legacies of diaspora, identity, and corporate America. The conversation with Armstrong starts promptly at 6pm and the signing line begins no later than 7pm!Abrea Armstrong was born and raised in North Carolina and is a proud descendant of enslaved Africans. She earned her BA from St. John's University in Queens, New York. While living in NYC, she contributed to publications such as XXL Magazine, Revolt TV, and HuffPost Live, and was awarded a private poetry grant. Her poetry is now part of the Special Collection at the Z. Smith Reynolds Library at Wake Forest University. Ferry Tales is her debut novel, inspired by her own life experiences. 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Sarah currently co-owns a small plant nursery, Saturnia Farm, and has been managing the landscape at Asheville Botanical Garden since January 2023. When not at work, Sarah has all kinds of fun losing herself in the natural world, playing around with photography, traveling, being a parent, growing flowers, reading novels, and learning new things.\n\nClass limit : 40\n\nCost : $25 for non-members, ABG members receive 25% off\n\n**Members: to apply your member discount, enter the code: CLASSES25 at the checkout page**","startDate":"2026-10-06T22:00:00.000Z","location":"Asheville Botanical Garden, 151 W.T. 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Daughters of Green Mountain Gap weaves a compelling tale of Maggie, Carrie Ann, and Josie Mae, three generations of remarkable North Carolina women living at the turn of the\n\ntwentieth century, shedding light on racism, fear of change, loss of traditions, and the intricate dynamics within a family. Author Teri M. Brown skillfully navigates the complexities of their lives, revealing that some questions are not as easy to answer as one might think.\n\nRegistration is required to join our discussion of Daughters of Green Mountain Gap . Books are available upon request starting September 1st.\n\nWatch NC Humanities’ recorded book event with author Teri M. Brown and historian Dr. Jessie Wilkerson in a conversation moderated by Dr. Rebecca Godwin.\n\nAges: Adults.\n\nRegistration required: https://transylvaniacounty.librarycalendar.com/event/nc-reads-book-discussion-588\n\nHosted by Transylvania County Library, Transylvania County Library.","startDate":"2026-10-06T22:00:00.000Z","location":"Transylvania County Library, 212 S Gaston St, Brevard NC 28712","zip":"28712","organizer":"Transylvania County Library","price":"Free","url":"https://transylvaniacounty.librarycalendar.com/event/nc-reads-book-discussion-588","imageUrl":"https://transylvaniacounty.librarycalendar.com/sites/default/files/2026-05/2026%20NC%20Reads%20%28640%20x%20360%20px%29%20%289%29.png","tags":["Book Club","Education","Community","Racial Equity","Social Justice","North Carolina Literature"],"aiSummary":"Discuss a featured North Carolina Reads book through questions of racial, social, and gender equity, regional history, and culture, with conversation centered on building a more just and inclusive society.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":14,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":4,"scoreMagnitude":3,"scoreReason":"A discussion of a featured title in an annual statewide reading program is a limited, likely once-a-year opportunity. 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Writing what? A novel? You bet. Some poetry? Sure. Song lyrics? Your resume? That report you need to get to your boss before 8 AM or you'll *need* *to write* that resume? All of the above and more. Just shut up and write.\n\nSurrounding ourselves with other writers who are busy putting words onto page (physical or virtual) keeps us all accountable and focused.\n\nWhen the timer goes off, we'll check-in with each other and see how it went. Afterward, feel free to stay to chat and get to know your fellow writers, or keep writing, or take off.\n\nSocializing is optional and will happen after (or briefly before) the focused writing. This is a safe space to work on your craft. No one will read or critique your writing.\n\nFor more information about our events, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com).\n\n**What to Expect**\n\n* Roughly 15 minutes of introductions\n* 60 minutes of focused writing (somebody set a timer)!\n* Afterward, optional socializing\n\n**Being late is okay:** Just show up and get settled, then check in with the host after the session. (Look for the person with the Shut Up & Write sign).\n\n**What Should I Bring?**\n\n* Whatever you need to be able to write!\n* Earbuds/earplugs if you want to block ambient noise.\n\n**Other Important Details:**\n\n***\\*\\*\\*Please note: Shut Up & Write event listings are moving to the Shut Up & Write! website and this Meetup page will be closed. You will find our Tuesday night events here: [https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2uT2JS7l00](https://www.shutupwrite.com/series/id2uT2JS7l00)\\*\\*\\****\n\nHOSTS: This is a multi-host event, so most of the time there will be a host present. 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From Bluegrass to Blues, Songwriter to Americana, Country to Funk, Travis and his ever-evolving cast of local and national (even international) musicians consistently hit the sweet spot between preparation and spontaneity. \"Eventually, I hope to play with everyone!\" he occasionally boasts, and he's well on his way. Travis has hosted a wide range of musicians, including: Anders Beck, Nicki Bluhm, Josh Daniel, Beppe Gambetta, Mike Guggino, Vince Herman, Sierra Hull, Cris Jacobs, Jim Lauderdale, Lindsay Lou, Steve McMurry, Mimi Naja, Tim O'Brien, Woody Platt, Jon Stickley, Kyle Tuttle, and Cristina Vane. He also regularly employs the skills of world-class local musicians like Jeff Sipe, Mike Ashworth, Tommy Maher, Bennett Sullivan, and Derick Gardner. Every week is unique, the musical styles wide-ranging, but the one thing that remains constant is the intention, positivity, and charisma that Travis brings to each and every show. Venue and ticketing information:We are family friendly, but shows are 21+ unless accompanied by a guardian. For this show you have the option of purchasing a table or a general admission ticket. When purchasing a table you are purchasing the number of tickets that the tables seats. For example if you purchase a 4-top table you are purchasing 4 tickets General admission tickets gain you access to the rear of the venue, behind the seated sections as well as the backyard. There are tables outside and limited seating in the indoor general admission area. For more heavily attended shows the indoor general admission area is standing room only. There is a garage door behind the stage that remains open in good weather so that you can enjoy the show from inside or outside. Our general rule is if the temperature will remain above 50 degrees for the duration of the show the door will remain open. 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Pair craft beers with Mac’s Burgers & Cheesesteaks during dinner-hour service in a laid-back brewpub setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-18T17:02:52.198Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-18T17:02:52.198Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:53.363Z"},{"id":"50b55b0d-72eb-4c06-954c-5159d84c80af","sourceId":"avlparks-133742795","source":"ASHEVILLE_PARKS_REC","title":"Youth Camping Club","description":"Schedule: Tue, Oct 6 - Dec 1, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm (5 sessions: Oct 6, Oct 20, Nov 3, Nov 17, Dec 1).\nAges: 9-11.\nFee: $15.\nRegistration through City of Asheville Parks & Recreation.\nProgram type: Youth Programs.","startDate":"2026-10-06T22:30:00.000Z","location":"Stephens-Lee Community Center, 30 George Washington Carver Ave, Asheville, NC 28801","zip":"28801","organizer":"Stephens-Lee Community Center","price":"$15","url":"https://ncashevilleweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=133742795","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Outdoors","Education","Family","Youth Program","Camping Club","School Age"],"aiSummary":"A five-session camping club for ages 9–11 meets every other Tuesday evening from October through December. 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Through guided reflection, open sharing, and presence-based practices, we explore our inner world, strengthen self-awareness, and support one another in navigating life’s challenges and transitions.\n\nThis council is not about fixing or performing. It’s about being real—showing up as you are, being witnessed without judgment, and offering grounded support from men committed to personal responsibility, emotional intelligence, and healthy masculinity.\n\n**What you can expect:**\n\n* A safe, confidential container led with care and integrity\n* Opportunities for self-exploration and honest expression\n* Deep listening, mutual respect, and brotherhood\n* Support from men walking a conscious, growth-oriented path\n\n**Who this is for:**\nMen of all backgrounds who are open to self-inquiry, connection, and showing up with sincerity. No prior experience with men’s work or circles is required—only a willingness to be present and respectful.\nCome as you are. Leave feeling more connected, grounded, and supported.\n\n\\*Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to get settled into the space as we begin and lock the door at 7pm. Wear comfortable clothes, there are bolsters and yoga mats in the space to use for support while we are seated.\n\nSuggested donation of $10-$20, reach out to Brian (brianshayes25@gmail.com) with any questions.\n\n**Rooted Brotherhood is an inclusive men’s community dedicated to fostering authentic connection, growth, and support. Through circles, breathwork, movement, sacred combat, and other men’s work practices, we create a safe space where men feel seen, heard, and empowered to meet life’s challenges.**\n\n**Guided by honesty, vulnerability, ownership, accountability, communication, and acceptance, we cultivate resilience, brotherhood, and purpose. 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The goal isn't just personal regulation, but a ripple effect of co-regulation: a shift in how we show up for others and move through our own lives.\n\nThis is the first class in a 3-class series. The whole is greater than the sum of its parts, yet a single dive will yield beneficial results towards salutogenesis.\n\n**Teachers:** Omri Sitton, D.C. and Wills Reed, LCMHCA\n\n**Cost:** $10–$15 suggested donation to local nonprofit *Source Of Wellness*.\n\\*No one is turned away for lack of funds — all donations are appreciated.\n\n**How to Reserve Your Spot** (please do both — priority goes to folks who complete both steps):\n\n1. **Text Omri at 828-298-0011** with your name and whether you'd like to pay via Venmo or at the door\n2. **RSVP on Meetup** using the button on this page\n\n*A note on the two-step process: based on past events, people who only RSVP on Meetup often don't show up. 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Learn more about:\n\n* Which races will be most competitive;\n* What the political climate looks like;\n* What the potential outcomes are;\n* The implications for the environment;\n* How you can get involved and make a difference.\n\nKen Brame is the former chair of both the national Sierra Club Political Committee and the NC Sierra Club Political Committee.\n\nThe WNC Sierra Club meets monthly in Room 102 at UNCA’s Reuter Center on Campus Drive and simultaneously on [Zoom](https://unca-edu.zoom.us/j/85189349413?pwd=QmorsXPwjbS0BgiLR7xLItF3M1atab.1).\n\n**Parking at UNC Asheville:** If you do not have a parking sticker from OLLI, you'll need to register for parking either ahead of time at [unca.aimsparking.com](https://unca.aimsparking.com/) or at the Reuter Center on the night of the meeting. The latest information about fees and requirements can be found at that link. There are no visitor fees after 5 p.m.","startDate":"2026-10-07T23:00:00.000Z","location":"OLLI at UNC Asheville, 300 Campus View Rd, Asheville, NC 28804, USA, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"WNC Sierra Club","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/sierra-club-wnc/events/316779098/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/0/c/2/600_536385250.jpeg","tags":["Education","Community","Midterm Elections","Environmental Policy","Civic Engagement"],"aiSummary":"Explore competitive 2026 midterm races and the political climate across the nation, North Carolina, and local communities. Examine potential environmental impacts and practical ways to participate in civic action.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":13,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":3,"scoreMagnitude":3,"scoreReason":"A timely, likely one-off election talk, but it’s a seated civic presentation with a local speaker and limited broad entertainment appeal. Similar events cluster around the election rather than indicating a recurring series.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T12:08:42.787Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T12:08:42.787Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:18.154Z"},{"id":"9f3a1947-50e4-42ac-9ccf-16f918ce562e","sourceId":"ea-43300","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"Paint your Own Pumpkin- Burial Forestry Camp","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-07T23:00:00.000Z","location":"Burial Beer Co. Forestry Camp Taproom, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Burial Beer Co. 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Join us on Wednesdays at 7:00 for Trivia. Teams can have up to 6 contestants. We run tournaments for 10 weeks but you are welcome to drop in whenever you would like! Weekly prizes include gift cards, tickets to upcoming shows, and merchandise. The first and second place teams win a prize every week. The team with the highest overall score at the end of the tournament wins a $500 gift card. We drop your two lowest scores so that you can miss a week and still be in the running. This tournament will run from 9/16-11/18. When you arrive check in with the Trivia host to get a ticket. You will submit your answers on your phone. Karaoke begins right after Trivia so be thinking about what song you want to sing... Venue and ticketing information:We are family friendly, but shows are 21+ unless accompanied by a parent.This is a general admission show. There are tables within the venue that are available on a first come, first serve basis. There is a garage door behind the stage that remains open in good weather so that you can enjoy the show from inside or outside.For more information visit our FAQ page or reach out to us directly.","startDate":"2026-10-07T23:00:00.000Z","location":"185 King Street, Brevard, NC","zip":"28712","organizer":"185 King Street","price":"Free","url":"https://185kingst.com/event/trivia-night-12/185-king-street","imageUrl":"https://185kingst.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/trivia-night-start-of-a-new-season.jfif","tags":["Trivia","Nightlife","Team Based","Weekly Prizes","10 Week Tournament","Drop In Welcome","Brewpub Venue"],"aiSummary":"Fast-paced Wednesday-night team trivia with up to six players per table, built around a 10-week tournament you can also drop into anytime. 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Your thing could be a very specific sandwich ranking, why otters are better than people, a deep dive into your houseplant's personality, or the history of a font. The weirder and more specific, the better.\n\nThere is nothing to make and nothing to send in ahead of time. If you can tell a friend about it across a table, you can do this.\n\nYou don't have to talk at all. About half the fun is being in the audience cheering, heckling kindly, and voting.\n\n**The Plan:**\n\n• 6:45 PM — Doors. Find the Third Place AVL sign, grab a drink, and say hi.\n\n• 7:00 PM — Talks begin. Up to 8 speakers, 3 minutes each, hard stop when the timer goes off.\n\n• 7:45 PM — Short break to mingle and talk about who's winning.\n\n• 8:00 PM — Voting and awards: Best Overall, Most Convincing, and Most Unexpected Topic.\n\n• 8:15–9:00 PM — Hang out.\n\n**Want to Talk?**\n\n• Pick any topic you love. Just keep it friendly and not a sales pitch.\n\n• No slides, no notes needed. Bring an index card if it helps you feel steadier.\n\n• Sign up at the door — the first eight names on the list get a spot. Message the host on Meetup beforehand if you'd rather lock one in.\n\n• Still deciding? Come watch this time and put your name down at the next one.\n\n**What to Know:**\n\n• Free to attend. Drinks and food are on you.\n\n• Hi-Wire has non-alcoholic options, including N/A beer and local soda. Sober-curious folks are very welcome.\n\n• Capped at 24 people so everyone gets a seat and actually meets the people around them.\n\n**Why This Event:**\n\nSmall talk is hard. Hearing someone talk for three minutes about the thing that lights them up gives you something real to talk about at the break. Come solo — most of us do.","startDate":"2026-10-07T23:00:00.000Z","location":"Hi-Wire Brewing Biltmore Village, 2A Huntsman Pl, Asheville, NC 28803, USA, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Third Place AVL · 20s, 30s & 40s","price":"Free","url":"https://www.meetup.com/third-place-avl-20s-30s-40s/events/316565086/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/6/1/b/600_536169755.jpeg","tags":["Comedy","Community","Beer","Open Mic","Three Minute Talks","No Slides","Audience Voting","Quirky Storytelling"],"aiSummary":"Rapid-fire three-minute micro talks turn niche obsessions into big laughs—sandwich rankings, otter manifestos, font history, and more—with zero slides or prep. 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This event is free and open to the public. Accessibility UNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or would like to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in the film screenings, please contact Stephanie Bullick, Director of Accessibility, at accessibility@unca.edu. Visitor Parking All visitors must adhere to the University’s parking policy. Please visit the UNC Asheville Visitor Parking Permit Registration site to acquire a visitor permit to park on campus. 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On New Gods, New Masters, their fifth record for Metal Blade, the quartet--spearheaded by founder/vocalist/guitarist Dave Davidson--delivers nine potent and portentous songs of brutal lyrical and musical significance.\n\nProduced by Davidson mixed and mastered by Jens Bogren (The Haunted, Spiritbox), tracks including \"Cronenberged\" (feat. Jonny Davy of Job for a Cowboy), \"Sarcophagi of the Soul,\" \"Confines of Infinity\" (feat. Travis Ryan of Cattle Decapitation) and \"Dystopian Vermin\" thematically explore AI and its impact on humanity.\n\n\"I've been very fascinated with the development of Artificial Intelligence, and I'm deeply concerned where this could lead humanity,\" says Davidson, \"whether it's the slow march towards a technological dystopia or the all-out annihilation of our species.\"\n\nTo wit, \"Cronenberged\" is about a science experiment gone wrong. Davidson is a massive Sci-Fi horror fan who loves the body horror genre that David Cronenberg helped create; the song is an homage to that. And, Davidson adds, \"Shout out to Rick and Morty for inspiring the song title.\"\n\nThe Boston-bred Davidson credits newest members Harry Lannon (rhythm guitar and backing vocals since 2023) and bassist Alex Weber with a renewed energy and intensity onstage. \"It's been a pleasure ripping with those guys alongside Ash (Pearson), who always crushes it behind the kit.\" In terms of his playing, writing, and singing, \"I'm always refining my craft and trying to get better,\" he says.\n\nDavidson was excited to welcome a guitar guest-as well as impressive vocal features-on New Gods, New Masters. Revocation had late The Black Dahlia Murder singer Trevor Strnad and Corpsegrinder of Cannibal Corpse guesting on Netherheaven, and Davidson recruited more talented peers for New Gods. \"I'm honored to have such amazing guests on New Gods. On vocals we have Jonny Davy and Luc Lemay, two vocalists that I really admire who have their own unique sound,\" says Davidson. \"I remember texting with Jonny about guesting on \"Cronenberged\" asking him if we wanted to be the personification of a mutated abomination that escapes a testing facility. He was stoked to go as unhinged as possible and his vocals on that track sound truly inhuman.\"\n\nA longtime fan of Gorguts' Lemay, describing the Canadian singer's vocals as \"brutal but also tortured sounding at times. There's a lot of emotion in his voice and that came through perfectly on the album closer 'Buried Epoch.'\" Slightly more unexpected is the contribution of jazz player Gilad Hekselman, who played with Pat Metheny at The Kennedy Center and won Rising Star in Downbeat Magazine, among numerous other accolades. He plays on \"The All Seeing.\" \"Gilad is a buddy of mine and happens to be one of the best jazz guitarists in the world. His playing is awe-inspiring, and I'm truly honored to have him as the guest soloist on the outro of 'The All Seeing.'\"\n\nNew Gods, New Masters marks the band's 20th anniversary. Revocation debuted with 2008's Empire of the Obscene and subsequently released seven critically acclaimed albums and toured over 25 countries, bringing their technically charged, high-energy extreme metal to North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. New Gods follows up 2022's Netherheaven, where Davidson's lyrics took hard looks at Catholicism, hypocrisy, politics, the occult and demonic symbolism. Critics raved about Netherheaven, calling it \"Revocation's best record in a decade\" and praising the \"darkest, heaviest songs of their career.\"\n\nThat album set a high bar, but an even sharper musical and lyrical focus was achieved on New Gods, New Masters, which is deftly captured in the album artwork by Paolo Girardi. \"He did an incredible job of bringing the lyrical themes of a bleak techno-nightmare to life,\" Davidson says. \"The 'New God' being birthed from the abyss of teeth and wires was even better than what I envisioned. I absolutely love the color palette he used. He even included some easter eggs from our first demo and first full-length album cover, which adds even more depth and meaning to the artwork for me.\"\n\nTitling the album New Gods, New Masters reflects his belief about humans' need to worship various gods. \"It seems as if that desire is encoded in our DNA. As science and our understanding of nature and the universe as a whole, increases, the religions of the old gods start to become obsolete,\" believes Davidson. \"However, I believe we've replaced our old gods with new ones, worshipping technology and creating a cult-like idolatry of innovators.\"\n\nRevocation, unafraid to upend musical and lyrical tropes with forward-thinking and sounding approach, with songs that excoriate society's addiction to phones ('Sarcophagi of the Soul\") and animal experiments that illuminate/replicate societal issues (\"Dystopian Vermin\"), Davidson's science-backed observations all the more terrifying for their reality.\n\nIf technological advances create worse problems alongside \"solutions,\" Revocation forge ahead, four guys plugged in, fighting existential threats with metal, \"waiting to see what the next trial of the human experiment brings.\"\n\nMusic grounds and uplifts the band members-and fans. \"I'm proud that I've been able to evolve as a musician and songwriter with every release. 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Expect loud, late, high-intensity pit energy in an intimate club setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":23,"scoreRarity":9,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":7,"scoreReason":"One-night touring death-metal package at Eulogy (not a recurring series), so it’s highly missable. The technical/death-metal lineup and pit energy give it strong ‘main character’ intensity, and Revocation/Defeated Sanity are credible draws for the heavy scene, though still club-scale rather than arena-level. More aggressive than ‘Asheville weird’ (countercultural, yes, but not especially Asheville-specific). 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The Austin-based supergroup has entered a bold new chapter with the small baller “Shortribs” configuration — a tightly arranged powerhouse built to showcase what has always been at the heart of the Shinyribs experience: Russell’s legendary songwriting chops, his iconic voice, and the infamous hi-jinks of the self-proclaimed world’s oldest living male exotic dancer. Hip shaking, booty twerking, arm flapping, high kicking and karate chopping good times are guaranteed to send you home with aching cheeks and tear-stained laughter. At the rhythmic core is Keith Langford on drums — Russell’s musical partner of 30 years, a bond forged in the crucible of legendary, The Gourds— and as essential to the Shinyribs sound as the backbeat itself. Mason Hankamer holds down the low end on bass, pulling double duty as co-producer of the last 3 Ribs platters and musical director, tightening the arrangements and the show into something leaner and more purposeful than ever. The Delta Dawns — both hailing from the famous Memphis/Mississippi alluvial plain — have been elevated to a full dynamic singing sisterhood: Kellee Broadway, who doubles on percussion, and Schaefer Llana, who shakes the chandeliers and plays some guitar too. Eric Baker, a rising star in the Austin scene, frisks the pianoforte like a long-lost Leon Russell. Rounding out the band — and perhaps its most exciting new voice — is lead guitarist and pedal steel wizard Cat Clemons. Russell himself says it best: “Clemons, beyond just notes and licks galore, possesses the ability to communicate psychically with audiences. It’s really a feat to be experienced. More than just being able to say you were there, one will be able to try and describe their experience.” A Shinyribs show these days runs the gamut — from tongue-in-cheek winks and nudges to poignant stories of family, loss, grief, and love. The poetic joy joins the musical melancholy like a rainbow over the swamp. 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Many barn quilt trails, once a thriving art form throughout WNC, have vanished due to lack of funding or have been destroyed, most recently by Hurricane Helene. ArtsvilleUSA is working to archive these treasures in the Quilt Index, a national nonprofit digital repository with over 100,000 quilts. This project marks the first time barn quilts will be preserved in the Index.\n\nArtsvilleUSA will host a special fundraiser in October to support this initiative. 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Please email, call, or drop by with your gardening questions.\n\n**Three ways to contact the Garden Helpline**\n\n**⮕***Call* 828-255-5522\n\n*⮕Email* questions and photos to **buncombemg@gmail.com**\n\n*⮕Visit* the Extension Office at 49 Mt. Carmel Road during Helpline hours, listed below.\n\n**Garden Helpline Hours**\n\n**March (starts March 9) – October (ends October 22)**\n\nMonday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.\n\nTuesday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.\n\nThursday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m\n\nYou may send an email or leave a voicemail at any time and an Extension Master Gardener volunteer will respond during Garden Helpline hours. When emailing, please include a photo if it helps describe your gardening question. Soil test kits can be picked up at the Extension office, 24/7. 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There is an additional 15-minute stop at the Asheville Visitor Center. \n\n**The *Hop-on/Hop-off Tour* ticket provides touring for TWO DAYS WITHIN THREE CONSECUTIVE DAYS. Get your sticker at the Visitor's Center stop #1.**\n\n\\- Hop-on/Hop-off Privileges at 8 Stops along 15-mile route \n\n\\- Lively & Informative Narration \n\n\\- 2nd Day FREE! \n\n\\- Exclusively Endorsed Tour of *The Preservation Society of Asheville & Buncombe County* \n\n\\- Includes Discounted Admission to the Thomas Wolfe Memorial Home \n\n\\- SATISFACTION GUARANTEED or Your Money Back \n\n\\- We LIVE IT! WE LOVE IT! 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Enjoy **free parking** in our private lot and across Cherry Street, plus **elevator access** for your convenience.\n\nEach month brings a **fresh gallery curation**, along with a **new featured exhibition and installation**, highlighting a selected artist. Be sure to visit our **Boutique**, filled with unique gifts including jewelry, prints, functional pottery, artful swag, and more.\n\nJoin us every **First Friday of the month from 5–9 PM** for a lively community celebration featuring **live music, an open bar, and art-filled energy** throughout the space.\n\nCheck our online calendar for upcoming **workshops, exhibitions, and special events**. 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Support the Friends of the Transylvania County Library by buying books, movies, music and more at their Annual Book Sale hosted at the library October 2-9.\n\n2026 Annual Book Sale Schedule:\n\nSaturday, October 3: 10:00am – 5:00pm\n\nMonday, October 5: 10:00am – 5:00pm\n\nTuesday, October 6: 10:00am – 5:00pm\n\nWednesday, October 7: 10:00am – 5:00pm\n\nThursday, October 8: 10:00am – 5:00pm (Half Price Sale!)\n\nFriday, October 9: 10:00am – 5:00pm (Clearance! $5/box)\n\nMembers of the Friends of the Library can shop the Members-Only Presale October 2 from 4:00 – 6:00pm. Not a member? Join at the door, or visit this page to join now.\n\nCan’t make it in October? The Friends sell books on Ebay or visit the Second Story Book Store on the second floor of the library.\n\nThe Second Story Book Store will be close on Friday, September 25th at 4pm and reopen Monday, November 2 because of the Annual Book Sale. 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If online, please mute your audio during the guided meditation and talk.\n\nLocation\n\nMindSpring Building\n966 Tunnel Road, Asheville, NC 28805\n\nPlease Donate ($10 Suggested)\n\nWe need your generosity now more than ever before. Please hit the Donate Button to your right and donate whatever you can afford. Or become one of our monthly sustaining donars. (The suggested minimum donation is $10, but no one is turned away for lack of funds.)\n\nGroup Meditation Guidelines\n\n* Arrive several minutes early. 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That’s 12v12 for one court and 11v11 for 2 courts. We usually have less people at the beginning after setup (~7:15pm) and the end of the night (after 9pm). That said, we are growing in attendance so play time is not guaranteed for the waitlist and those who do not sign up. Ready to dodge, duck, dip, dive, and dodge? Come show us what you got with Asheville’s weekly pick-up dodgeball group! We're hosting open play on Thursday night at Asheville Sports Club. We are all about having a great time and getting that adrenaline pumping! Friendly competition is always welcome but fun, safety, and respect for all players are the top priorities. We use squishy rubber dodgeballs that are fun to throw and catch but can sting with enough velocity so no headshots are allowed. Throws should aim at your target’s shoulders or lower. No experience is necessary - we'll teach you the rules. Open to adults 21 and up (bring your ID!). We’re sorry but we cannot accommodate teens or children because there is alcohol on the premises and no one wants to be the person who accidentally hurts a kid. Sign waivers at the bar before playing and enjoy a beverage between games. Rules of the game are covered at the start of the event so please be there at 7pm to learn our format. We loosely follow the USA Dodgeball ruleset with some exceptions to help new players adapt to the game more quickly. Check out our brief rules and expectations summary attached as photos to this Meetup. Here’s an approximate schedule for this event depending on when people arrive: 6:50 - 7:10pm* - Set up courts and mingle - help with set up is appreciated! 7:10 - 7:15pm - Rules and announcements 7:15 - 9:30pm - Play! *If we have enough people once setup is done, we’ll jump into rules and announcements early. We need at least 8 players to start a game, so take advantage of the daylight and try to arrive right at the beginning! Since this is a free event, the more community support we can gather, the better experience everyone will have, especially for the organizers! If you'd like to help, please arrive early or stay late to assist with set up and breakdown. This is a free community offering, however, if you are feeling generous, donations are welcomed to help support and expand our group. We take donations through Pledge here in Meetup or Venmo (dodgeballavl). Cash of course is great too and more effective as there are no platform fees. Your donations genuinely help the group by helping with equipment purchases and raising funds to eventually add another night of dodgeball in an indoor gym. This event would not be possible without the support of Asheville Sports Club. 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Pickers bring your instruments! Enjoy $1 OFF all our bourbons every Thursday Jack Of The Wood is still a downtown hot spot for food, brews and drink since 1997 and founders Joan and Joe Eckert who still own it, have maintained the original lively English and Irish vibe. The old-time mountain and Irish music jams continue, including a hot bluegrass jam Thursdays and brunch every Sunday. 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It helps reclaim your sense of calm and quiets the mind; it helps you find freedom and courage in your heart; and it allows you to feel strength and poise in your capable body. She has been enjoying teaching yoga in the Brevard and Asheville area since 2016. She brings an approachable and revitalizing ‘go with the flow’ vibe to her classes, which are suitable for any and all! Clare is also the Spanish and Yoga teacher at Mountain Sun Community School, a full-time advocate for childhood cancer and pediatric brain tumor awareness, a grateful mom of two awesome boys, and is often seen with her golden retrievers. 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Support the Friends of the Transylvania County Library by buying books, movies, music and more at their Annual Book Sale hosted at the library October 2-9.\n\n2026 Annual Book Sale Schedule:\n\nSaturday, October 3: 10:00am – 5:00pm\n\nMonday, October 5: 10:00am – 5:00pm\n\nTuesday, October 6: 10:00am – 5:00pm\n\nWednesday, October 7: 10:00am – 5:00pm\n\nThursday, October 8: 10:00am – 5:00pm (Clearance! $10/box)\n\nFriday, October 9: 10:00am – 5:00pm (Clearance! $5/box)\n\nMembers of the Friends of the Library can shop the Members-Only Presale October 2 from 4:00 – 6:00pm. Not a member? Join at the door, or visit this page to join now.\n\nCan’t make it in October? The Friends sell books on Ebay or visit the Second Story Book Store on the second floor of the library.\n\nThe Second Story Book Store will be close on Friday, September 25th at 4pm and reopen Monday, November 2 because of the Annual Book Sale. Thank you for your continuing support of the Friends of the Library!\n\nAges: Everyone.\n\nHosted by Transylvania County Library, Transylvania County Library.","startDate":"2026-10-09T14:00:00.000Z","location":"Transylvania County Library, 212 S Gaston St, Brevard NC 28712","zip":"28712","organizer":"Transylvania County Library","price":"Free","url":"https://transylvaniacounty.librarycalendar.com/event/friends-library-annual-book-sale-1807","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Markets","Community","Used Books","Library Fundraiser","Clearance Boxes"],"aiSummary":"Browse books, movies, and music while supporting the local library through its annual fundraising sale. 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Please make sure you have purchased a ticket before rsvping.**\n***You can purchase tickets through the Orange Peels website: Free Throw & Microwave Tickets | Asheville, NC | The Orange Peel [https://share.google/Zqn2LCi8CohF7fv6o](https://share.google/Zqn2LCi8CohF7fv6o)***\n\nDo you like 4th wave emo/ we'll call it pop punk?\nDo you like going to live shows?\n\nIf so, Hell yeah!\nI am going to this anyway and thought it may be a cool way to meet fellow Asheville Introverts members that are into the same music, or live music in general. I suppose we'll see.\nI plan on going to Easy Tiger to get a couple drinks before the show. We will meet there around 5:30, then head over to The Orange Peel after the doors open.\nI've seen both bands play live before and this will be a high-energy environment. I plan on going into any mosh pits that may form. That is all to say that once the music starts, whomever is there may become scattered. We will regroup between sets and at the end. If you're not comfortable with crowds or moshing, that's totally fine as there is no expectation that anyone participate.\n\n*Disclaimer: This is a live music event, and as such, neither I nor the Asheville Introverts Meetup group can assume responsibility for your safety. Live music environments can involve crowds, moshing, and other associated risks. That is not to say that I won't make myself available to help where possible and if needed. 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Perhaps the most recognizable ambassador for New Orleans music working today, Shorty has spent his entire life not only carrying the torch for Crescent City culture, but also propelling it forward into the 21st century with his ecstatic live performances and intoxicating blend of rock, funk, soul, jazz, blues, hip-hop, and Caribbean influences.","startDate":"2026-10-09T22:00:00.000Z","location":"Amphitheater | Sierra Nevada Brewing co., 100 Sierra Nevada Way, Mills River, NC","zip":"28732","organizer":"Sierra Nevada - Mills River","price":"$52","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trombone-shorty-orleans-avenue-w-abraham-alexander-tickets-1992937642136","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1188613331%2F207269696258%2F1%2Foriginal.20260710-144153?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=8e57d3af332afa62916b056798ea70fa","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Funk Brass","New Orleans Grooves","Amphitheater Show","High Energy Set"],"aiSummary":"High-energy New Orleans funk and brass-rock grooves led by trombone and horns, backed by Orleans Avenue’s tight rhythm section, with an opening set from singer-songwriter Abraham Alexander. 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Trombone Shorty’s high-energy New Orleans brass-funk show is a standout, broadly appealing concert with strong production and draw for the region (mid-to-large outdoor crowd), though not especially ‘Asheville weird.’ Social vibe is moderate—people hang and drink pre-show, but it’s mostly a watch-the-band experience.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-22T18:05:35.341Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-22T18:05:35.341Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:15.553Z"},{"id":"87813e1b-3fd5-4393-b9de-0a91df5ce5c8","sourceId":"mx-10154265","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"Honky Tonk Dance Hall","description":"An evening of live music, line dancing, and two stepping with Old School Dance Hall! We’ll have a short dance lesson from 6-6:30pm, then it’s open dance and live music from 6:30-9pm. 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Likely a solid local draw (free, all-ages) rather than a major headliner. Very social because the lesson/open dance structure makes it easy to meet people and dance with others; vibe is more wholesome/community than ‘Asheville weird.’","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":8,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-18T17:02:53.323Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-18T17:02:53.323Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:55.524Z"},{"id":"9af65219-ff95-4371-b9ea-88af3b06b2cc","sourceId":"mx-10175085","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"SINGO! Music Bingo","description":"Music lovers, this one’s for you! Join us in the taproom every Friday at 6:00pm for Singo — the music bingo game that brings the party. From pop hits to rock classics, you’ll hear it, match it, and win it. 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Jump in throughout the evening for friendly competition and prizes.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:37.618Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:37.618Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:55.524Z"},{"id":"bab85eca-0e95-4dc1-9615-03352d2904ee","sourceId":"1984940745202","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"The Poetry & Paint Experience: Friday Night Vibes","description":"Community. Connection. 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Expect community connection, casual Friday-night energy, and drinks flowing alongside collaborative creativity.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":14,"scoreRarity":3,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"A creative poetry + paint mashup in a South Slope brewpub feels more special than a standard open mic, but similar open-mic style arts nights (including Hi-Wire’s weekly-ish open mic cadence in Sept/Oct) make it not highly missable. Expect a solid local draw rather than a major headliner. Strong social mechanics via shared making/participation, with a moderately Asheville-arts vibe but not truly transgressive/weird.","scoreAshevilleWeird":5,"scoreSocial":7,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-13T00:07:52.475Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-13T00:07:52.475Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:17.334Z"},{"id":"c17de498-7766-487e-a4ec-8a304dd3d5ca","sourceId":"93189","source":"LIVE_MUSIC_AVL","title":"Asheville Blues Women","description":"The Asheville Blues Women include Anne Coombs, Nicole Nicolopolus, Laura Blackley, Cary Fridley, Elaine Scott, Robin Borthwick and Carrie Morrison. French Broad River Brewery is more than just a place to enjoy a drink—it’s a community hub where great beer, delicious pizza, live music, and good times come together. Just minutes from the Biltmore Estate & Downtown, our taproom is a gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. We regularly host live music and entertainment in our taproom, making French Broad River Brewery a lively hub of local activity. From bluegrass to reggae, there’s always something happening. Check out our Events Page to see what’s coming up next! No brewery experience is complete without great food. That’s why we offer French Broad River Pizza, serving up hot, hand-tossed pizzas made to order. 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His original stories and songs intertwine seamlessly into narratives that demonstrate that we all share common emotions and experiences and that nothing brings us together like a good laugh or a touch of nostalgia. Michael’s stories, songs and artworks reflect not only the southern experience, but also American’s story. His work, in whichever form it may take, all comes down to one thing...story.\n\nJoin us at the Bee Tree Fire Station for an evening of story and song sponsored by our Friends of the Swannanoa Library.\n\nThe performance is free, but donations to our Friends of the Library are appreciated.\n\nAges: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Tween (ages 10-12).\n\nHosted by Swannanoa Library, Buncombe County Public Libraries.","startDate":"2026-10-09T22:00:00.000Z","location":"Bee Tree Fire Station, 510 Bee Tree Rd, Swannanoa NC 28778","zip":"28778","organizer":"Swannanoa Library","price":"Free","url":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/event/michael-reno-harrell-storyteller-songsmith-25985","imageUrl":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/sites/default/files/2026-06/a%20-%20SbtS%20-%20Michael%20Reno%20Harrell.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Appalachian Folk","Oral Storytelling","Nostalgic Humor"],"aiSummary":"Original songs and Southern Appalachian stories weave together mountain traditions, everyday emotions, and shared experiences. 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All materials included, no experience needed.","startDate":"2026-10-09T22:30:00.000Z","location":"Newfound Artisan, West Jordan Street, Brevard, NC, USA, 22 West Jordan Street, Brevard, NC","zip":"28712","organizer":"Newfound Artisan","price":"$135","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bangle-bracelet-workshop-tickets-1999113772107","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1178955133%2F1655191680153%2F1%2Foriginal.20260303-221535?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=8f61e0d6a7938d7069f4887f1601b6ae","tags":["Crafts","Education","Jewelry Making","Metalworking","Beginner Friendly","Materials Included","Hands On Workshop"],"aiSummary":"Hands-on jewelry session crafting a handmade metal bangle bracelet with guided instruction and all tools and materials provided. Beginner-friendly pace focused on basic metalworking techniques and a take-home finished piece.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":13,"scoreRarity":4,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"Hands-on beginner metalsmithing/jewelry class is a solid, broadly appealing craft night, but similar workshops at the same venue are scheduled within 5 days (Oct 9 → Oct 14), suggesting near-weekly programming rather than a rare one-off. Likely a small-group class (local draw, not a big audience), moderately social due to shared workstations and instructor-led interaction, and more wholesome/artisan than distinctly ‘Asheville weird’.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-08T12:07:57.318Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-08T12:07:57.318Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:16.888Z"},{"id":"188d3add-cdf0-4460-bd7c-8e43d6ef7333","sourceId":"1989035261009","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"2nd Annual PAW-ty on the Town","description":"Join us for the 2nd Annual PAW-ty on the Town—fun, furry friends, and good vibes all around!","startDate":"2026-10-09T22:30:00.000Z","location":"Burnsville Town Center, 6 South Main Street, Burnsville, NC","zip":"28714","organizer":"Yancey Humane Society","price":"$55","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-paw-ty-on-the-town-tickets-1989035261009","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1188606774%2F2868926417731%2F1%2Foriginal.20260710-124954?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=da4e04089021a89117f0e8aa71a22e9c","tags":["Community","Pets","Animal Fundraiser","Humane Society","Dog Friendly","Small Town Festival"],"aiSummary":"A tail wagging community PAW ty with adoptable furry friends, feel good activities, and meet and greets supporting the Yancey Humane Society. 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Driven by an infectious live energy and a relentless touring schedule spanning nearly two decades, the dynamic quintet-\"Scrambled Greg\" Ormont [vocals, guitar], Jeremy Schon [guitar, vocals], Ben Carrey [bass, vocals], Alex \"Gator\" Petropulos [drums, vocals], and new member Jon Brady [keys, vocals]-has built an undeniable reputation as one of the most electric live acts on the tour circuit today. To experience Pigeons Playing Ping Pong live is to step into a high-octane celebration powered by soaring jams, infectious funk, and the unmatched energy of their devoted fanbase, The Flock. Their signature dynamic psychedelic funk sound, a seamless fusion of soaring guitar solos, danceable grooves, explosive rhythms, and exploratory jamming, turns every show into a unified, high-voltage dance party. \"Making music and connecting with people feels like something we were born to do,\" explains Ormont. \"We have an unwavering commitment to keep evolving together.\" That evolution reached a major milestone when the band officially welcomed longtime collaborator Jon Brady as their newest official member. After enriching the group's sonic textures with frequent guest appearances on stage and in the studio, Brady's full integration was announced in unforgettable fashion via a surprise on-stage proposal during Domefest. The band's annual music festival recently celebrated its biggest event yet at ACE Adventure Resort in New River Gorge, WV, showcasing a thriving, joyful community at its absolute peak. While recent releases like their eighth studio album, Feed The Fire, capture their sharpened musicianship, exploratory arrangements, and collaborative spirit, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong remain a force best experienced in the wild. Refreshingly dynamic, irresistibly danceable, and forever fueled by their road-tested chemistry, they continue to ignite crowds and push their sonic boundaries from coast to coast. As Ormont sums it up best, \"We've been given the gift of this passion. So it's our responsibility to nurture it, embrace it, and spread it wild. Because when the band and fans reach new heights together, that's where the real magic happens.\" General Admission Venue. All Ages. All sales are final, please double check your order before purchasing. With Food Trucks: Purple People Feeder-Mountain View BBQ-Bric's Dip & Roll. 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Strong high-energy dance crowd and communal feel boosts uniqueness and socializing, though it’s more ‘Asheville beer + jam scene’ than truly weird/countercultural.","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:55.061Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:55.061Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:26.328Z"},{"id":"92817e33-d1c7-455b-8b8f-815fe31e9e62","sourceId":"315794809","source":"MEETUP","title":"Asheville Queer Supper Club: Gather Around the Soup Pot","description":"**Asheville Queer Supper Club**\n**Gather Around the Soup Pot** 🎃🍂🥣🥖\n\nFor October's Supper Club, we're filling the table with homemade soups, hearty stews, and all the cozy flavors of fall. If you enjoy baking, we'd love for you to bring a fresh loaf of crusty bread to share.\nI'll be bringing a rosemary olive loaf, a recipe I learned while living overseas, and my signature dish: Beef Bourguignon.\n\nA goal of mine at the beginning of the year was to start a queer supper club. My hope is that these dinners become more than just a meal. That they become a place to slow down, cook with intention, and build the kind of community that feels increasingly hard to find. Good food has always had a way of bringing people together, and I'm excited to see what happens when we make room for it to do just that.\n\nThis isn't a restaurant meetup. It's a return to the tradition of gathering around a shared table, where everyone contributes, everyone belongs, and community is built one meal at a time.\n\n**How it works**\n\n* Limited to 7 people to keep the evening intimate and conversational.\n* The goal is homemade food. This isn't about perfection—it's about sharing something you've created.\n* I'll host in my home, provide the space, set the table, and create the atmosphere.\n\nThis isn't a cooking competition, it's a table where good food, good conversation, and new friendships come together.\n\nThank you for being here. I can't wait to share a meal with you. All gender expressions are welcomed to the table.\n\nWhen you RVSP I will respond with direction. I will tell you I am centrally located close to downtown and River Arts District.","startDate":"2026-10-09T22:30:00.000Z","location":"Supper Club Location, 70 Congress Street, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"The Asheville Queer Supper Club","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/asheville-queer-supper-club/events/315794809/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/e/1/c/9/600_535617801.jpeg","tags":["Dining","LGBTQ+","Community","Soup Potluck","Cozy Fall Vibes","Homemade Stews","Bread Sharing","Late Evening"],"aiSummary":"Cozy fall supper club centered on homemade soups and hearty stews, with guests encouraged to share crusty bread and comfort food. Expect communal table conversation and queer community connection, plus dishes like rosemary olive loaf and beef bourguignon.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":17,"scoreRarity":6,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"High-similarity event at the same location appears about monthly (Sep 18 → Oct 9), making it a missable monthly supper club. Concept is cozy and themed but not wildly novel; queer community + potluck format adds strong distinctiveness and a bit of Asheville flavor. Likely a small, intimate gathering (limited draw vs major venues). 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Come by yourself. Come with a friend. Come with a partner. Come with your whole polycule!**\n\n**What is a Sensual Snuggle Event?**\nThis is a sweet & welcoming event where we practice and use verbal consent to connect and share touch. We talk about boundaries and practice both saying and receiving a “no”. In this space it is common to see people cuddle, share massage, have their hair brushed, kiss, expose nipples, play, laugh, cry, and be vulnerable. This is a sober space where we can relax and connect with other humans who are seeking touch based connection.\nWe strive for this to be a safe event. Safe touch enhances our ability to connect with and trust people. When we are in a space of safety, we are able to relax, feel comfort, and be vulnerable.\n\n**Our Agreements:**\n1- We ask for what we want an wait for a yes before touching others.\n2- We say no if we don’t want to do something.\n3- We try to receive a no with grace and not take it personally.\n4- We arrive on time, clean (as scent free as possible), and sober.\n5- We keep our pants/shorts on at this event. (Tops are optional; this is a sensual space, not a sexual space.)\n6- We are here to connect with others. Connection can be verbal, platonic, or spicy!\n7- We welcome diversity. Isms and Phobias are not welcome here!\n\n**Who should attend:**\nPeople who are interested in safely exploring touch and sensuality with strangers. This includes people who are single, people who are not single, couples, folks who are new to town and looking for connection, people of all/any genders and sexual orientations, people of all ages (18 and up). People who understand and respect consent, who will take care of themselves and people around them. This event is queer-normative. The guest list will include all genders, orientations, ages, and personalities. If that’s not your thing… This is not the event for you.\n***Who should NOT attend:***\n-People who are only looking for a sex party.\n-People who do not understand and respect consent.\n-People who have extreme fear of setting and speaking their personal boundaries; in order to create a safe space we need to know that you will say “no” if you feel a no.\n-People who are homophobic, racist, sexist, ageist, ableist…\n-People under 18 years of age.\n***Schedule of the Evening***\n\n* 6:50pm Doors Open, Mix & Mingle\n* 7:00pm We gather in a circle to meet each other, build a container, cover consent and boundary setting and discuss event agreements. Then we will play a few intimacy building games to meet and connect with other people in the room. Please make sure you arrive on-time!\n* 8:15pm Once the container is built we will have self directed snuggling and sensual interactions until the end of the party.\n* 10:50pm Closing Circle; a time to re-center and connect as a group to verbally share anything that came up at the event or to voice gratitude to someone(s) you enjoyed interacting with.\n* 11:00pm cleanup & head home; you are welcome to help.\n\n**We take individual and group safety seriously!** If you experience, see, or know that one of our participants is not safe to be at this event we want to know about it. We are committed to doing our best to create a safe environment which means that if someone is causing harm (physical or mental) that person is not welcome here (this includes harm that takes place outside of our events). We stand behind survivors and know that some of our participants are here to heal from touch based trauma.\n\nThese events are not \"gender balanced\"[. Check out our website for more information about this decision. ](http://holdmeavl.com/why-i-dont-gender-balance-events/)\n\n**Simple definitions/clarifications-** Platonic- marked by the absence of romance or sex.\nMost of the interactions we have with friends and strangers are platonic.\nSensual- gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite.\nWe might feel sensual when we feel someone's breath on our neck or experience a extra long and slow caress.\nSexual- having or involving sex.\nOften involving one more more peoples genitals; perhaps seeking orgasm.\n\\*Refund Policy- Full refund if you cancel 7 days before the event or you cancel due to illness, emergency, or direct exposure to covid. Credit towards a future event if you cancel more than 3 days before an event. No refund if you cancel within 2 days of the event or no-show.","startDate":"2026-10-09T22:50:00.000Z","location":"Asheville, NC","zip":null,"organizer":"Asheville Cuddle Collective","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/asheville-cuddle-collective/events/316674240/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/e/1/5/2/600_531417682.jpeg","tags":["Dating","Community","Wellness","LGBTQ+","Polyamory Enm","Sensual Touch","Cuddle Party","Consent Focused","Adult Only"],"aiSummary":"Consent-centered cuddle party designed for poly and ENM folks, blending spicy yet respectful sensual snuggles with clear boundaries and negotiated touch. Ticketed, community-minded connection space geared toward body-positive adults in Asheville.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":1,"score":17,"scoreRarity":5,"scoreUnique":8,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"Recurs on a roughly monthly cadence (similar cuddle events spaced ~1–4 weeks apart), so it’s missable but not rare. High-concept, consent-centered “spicy/sensual snuggle” for poly/ENM folks is distinctly Asheville-weird and memorable. Likely a ticketed, limited-capacity community event rather than a large draw, but it’s explicitly designed for mingling and connection, making it extremely social.","scoreAshevilleWeird":8,"scoreSocial":9,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-24T12:08:07.693Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-24T12:08:07.693Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:18.232Z"},{"id":"0576b3bc-0548-4b76-9b36-4062c8692a13","sourceId":"316669328","source":"MEETUP","title":"Let it Fall - Ecstatic Dance Wave w/ Stacey Butcher","description":"Friday, October 9th\nEvening Dance Wave 7:00 pm \\- 9:00 pm \\| Warmup 7pm \\| Opening Circle 7:30pm\nGuest DJ Stacey Butcher/ Support Facilitator Megan Belling\n\nIntention: Let it Fall\n\nFall invites us into a different rhythm. The days grow shorter, the air changes, and the natural world begins to release what it no longer needs.\n\nWhat if we took a cue from the season?\n\nWhat are you ready to let fall away? What happens when you stop holding yourself together so tightly? When you let your shoulders drop, your breath deepen, your body soften, and the music move you?\n\nThis Ecstatic Dance is an invitation to loosen your grip, shake things loose, and let yourself be moved. There’s nothing you need to figure out or get right. Just bring your body, your curiosity, and a willingness to follow where the dance takes you.\n\nCome sweat. Come play. Come get a little wild. Come let it fall.\n\n## About Stacey Butcher\n\nStacey Butcher is an Open Floor movement teacher, serving on the faculty of Open Floor International, and a Certified 5Rhythms teacher (trained by Gabrielle Roth). She is also a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SEP), Integral Somatic Psychology practitioner, and a Reiki Master/Teacher. Stacey has been dedicated to the healing arts for over 25 years and has studied with healers and teachers from around the world. Her teaching is infused with passion, deep presence and humor. She is an inspirational facilitator and is skilled at holding space for transformation. For more info, visit her website at http://www.staceybutcher.com/.\n\n\\~\\~\\~\n\n\\*\\* Please note that the dance starts at Warm up. The doors close promptly at Opening Circle and any that come late will be turned away. Please be on time to ensure a safe and secure container. \\*\\*\nTicket Prices: $15 - $30 or name your price.\n\nNo one turned away for lack of funds!\nPre-registration Recommended:\n\nVOLUNTEER!\n\nWe need volunteers. Volunteer and dance for free! Register to volunteer at:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMFZWQ0ZzTmFlam10YUN0RXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4XGdFINP8qUH1XAETf8I71UKxgUcbNb_LMLwgnJWEzr2I_3ELhDttUv2i1OA_aem_nrjKIXdVB1pootRUE4YAfA)\n\nIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:\n\nDoor will close at the beginning of the opening circle. Please note: NO ENTRY AFTER OPENING CIRCLE BOTH WAVES!\n\nCollective agreements:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMFZWQ0ZzTmFlam10YUN0RXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4XGdFINP8qUH1XAETf8I71UKxgUcbNb_LMLwgnJWEzr2I_3ELhDttUv2i1OA_aem_nrjKIXdVB1pootRUE4YAfA)\n\nAbout AMC:\nAsheville Movement Collective envisions a world that moves in harmony where all are free to be their authentic selves within a loving community. Our mission and aim are to inspire authenticity and healthy community through free-form dance by hosting dance waves for personal and community transformation. AMC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.\n\nLocation: 50 Bell Rd, Asheville, NC 28805\n\nSee you on the dance floor!","startDate":"2026-10-09T23:00:00.000Z","location":"Evergreen Community Charter School, 50 Bell Road, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Asheville Movement Collective","price":"$15 - $30","url":"https://www.meetup.com/amcdance/events/316669328/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/6/f/4/600_536270932.jpeg","tags":["Dance","Wellness","Community","Ecstatic Dance","DJ Set","Opening Circle","Somatic Release","Intentional Movement"],"aiSummary":"A guided ecstatic dance wave with a warmup and opening circle, moving from grounded rhythm into freeform expression. Seasonal “Let it Fall” intention invites somatic release, softened shoulders, and community connection through DJ-driven movement.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":15,"scoreRarity":3,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"This dance wave is part of a very frequent series at the same venue (events every ~5–9 days across late Sep–mid Oct), so it’s not very missable. Ecstatic dance with an opening circle and seasonal intention has strong Asheville ‘main character’ energy and leans distinctly Asheville-weird. Likely a solid local draw rather than a big regional headliner, but highly social due to the facilitated circle + shared dance-floor format.","scoreAshevilleWeird":8,"scoreSocial":8,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-23T12:08:02.634Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-23T12:08:02.634Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:18.232Z"},{"id":"12356dab-68db-4a74-a063-ff3d8c2c12a4","sourceId":"316785634","source":"MEETUP","title":"🥁 Friday Spirit Express: Drum Circle","description":"# 🥁 Friday Spirit Express: Drum Circle\n\n**Friday, October 9th at 7:00 PM**\n💚 **Love Offering**\nCome gather for an evening of **music, community, rhythm, and energy!** 🥁✨\n\nBring your:\n🎶 **Drums**\n🪈 **Flutes**\n🔥 **Passion**\n😄 **Playfulness**\n💫 **Creative Spirit**\n\nTogether, we'll create **spontaneous, improvised music** and explore the joy of making something beautiful in the moment.\n\n💃 **Dancers are welcome!** Come move, groove, listen, play, or simply soak up the energy of the circle.\n\nNo need to be a seasoned musician — just bring your instrument, your curiosity, and your willingness to play!\n\n🌟 **Let's make some music, share some energy, and celebrate community!**\n\n📅 **Friday, October 9th**\n⏰ **7:00 PM**\n💚 **Love Offering**\n\n#FriSpiritExpress #DrumCircle #CommunityMusic #Drumming #ImprovisedMusic #LiveMusic #DanceAndDrum #CommunityCommonsAsheville #CSLAsheville #AshevilleNC","startDate":"2026-10-09T23:00:00.000Z","location":"2 Science of Mind Way, 2 Science of Mind Wy, Asheville, NC 28806, USA, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Center for Spiritual Living Asheville","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/center-for-spiritual-living-asheville/events/316785634/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/3/4/5/600_536389989.jpeg","tags":["Live Music","Community","Dance","Drum Circle","Improvised Music","Participatory"],"aiSummary":"Spontaneous drumming and flute improvisation create a playful, energetic evening of communal music-making. Bring an instrument, dance, listen, or simply enjoy the shared rhythm and creative spirit.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":17,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":3,"scoreReason":"A participatory, improvised drum circle has distinctly Asheville energy and strong opportunities to meet people. Similar drum circles recur weekly elsewhere, but no repeat dates at this venue are listed, so this specific gathering seems less frequent; its draw appears community-scale.","scoreAshevilleWeird":7,"scoreSocial":8,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T12:08:42.904Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T12:08:42.904Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:18.232Z"},{"id":"230d1b81-752a-4e96-878f-4980b1a04f10","sourceId":"mx-1061789","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"Displace","description":"Displace is a saxophone- driven funk fusion ensemble based in Tampa, Florida known for their energetic performances, improvisational prowess, and wildly diverse sonic palette. The Floridian four-piece effectively utilizes their extensive training in a variety of musical backgrounds to produce a truly eclectic blend of infectious pop melodies, complex jazz progressions, and danceable funk grooves.","startDate":"2026-10-09T23:00:00.000Z","location":"Highland Brewing Co., 12 Old Charlotte Hwy #200, Asheville, NC 28803, NC","zip":"28803","organizer":"Highland Brewing","price":"Unknown","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/displace/","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Beer","Nightlife","Funk Fusion","Saxophone Led","Improvisational Jams","Danceable Grooves"],"aiSummary":"Saxophone-driven funk fusion erupts into an eclectic mix of infectious pop hooks, complex jazz progressions, and deep, dance-ready grooves. High-energy four-piece sets lean hard into improvisation and a wildly diverse sonic palette in a brewery-night setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":14,"scoreRarity":3,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Brewery live-music night is part of a very frequent cadence at Highland (multiple similar shows Sep 18–Oct 16, spaced days apart), so it’s not very missable. Displace’s sax-led funk-fusion/improv jams are a step above generic cover-night energy, but still in the ‘solid entertainment’ lane. Likely a decent local/regional draw in a brewery setting rather than a major headliner. Social vibe is good for mingling and dancing at a brewery, though not a structured meet-people event.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-18T03:40:08.816Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-18T03:40:08.816Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:55.524Z"},{"id":"58bb5f2c-cf82-45ae-b404-5e8e0c793da7","sourceId":"udharma-gc-430l5td4p0ss8it7onl4rnj8ks@google.com-1791586800000","source":"UDHARMA","title":"Recovery Dharma - Friday Night Meeting","description":"Who: Anyone seeking to address any addictive tendencies What: Recovery Dharma is a peer-led movement and community that is unified by our trust in the potential of each of us to recover and find freedom from the suffering of addiction. We believe that the traditional Buddhist teachings, often referred to as the Dharma, offer a powerful approach to healing from addiction and living a life of true freedom. We believe that recovery means empowerment , and we support each other as partners walking the path together. We believe that recovery is rooted in finding our own inner wisdom and individual journeys. Link: https://recoverydharmaavl.org/ Remote Option: Find link on website for zoom meeting https://recoverydharmaavl.org/local-meetings-2/ No due or fees required for attendance Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/jxp-mgkt-qnt Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720","startDate":"2026-10-09T23:00:00.000Z","location":"Urban Dharma, 697 Haywood Rd Suite C, Asheville, NC 28806, USA","zip":"28806","organizer":"Urban Dharma","price":"Free","url":"https://www.udharmanc.com/events#2026-10-09-1791586800000","imageUrl":"/urban_dharma.jpg","tags":["Support Groups","Spiritual","Meditation","Peer Led","Addiction Recovery","Buddhist Dharma","All Welcome","Friday Night"],"aiSummary":"Peer-led Recovery Dharma gathering grounded in Buddhist teachings, blending meditation practice with shared discussion for addiction recovery and empowerment. A welcoming community space for anyone working with addictive tendencies and seeking freedom from suffering.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-12T00:05:59.282Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-12T00:05:59.282Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:25.288Z"},{"id":"7217f901-f554-4a1a-8d35-97f4c4254aaa","sourceId":"316701927","source":"MEETUP","title":"A Night of Swing Dancing - Beginners Welcome!","description":"Want to try something a little different on a Friday night?\n\nCome learn to swing dance at Asheville Swing Night! Swing dancing has its roots in the jazz and swing era of the 1920s–40s, and there's something pretty fun about learning the same dances people were doing nearly a century ago.\n\nIt's upbeat, social, and playful, with plenty of partner changes, spins, and opportunities to meet new people.\n\nAnd you absolutely do **not** need to know what you're doing before you arrive!\n\nThe night starts at 7PM with a beginner lesson designed for people who are brand new to swing dancing. You'll learn the basic footwork and a few moves to get you out on the dance floor.\n\nMost people rotate partners during the lesson, so there's no need to bring one, and plenty of people come alone.\n\nThen at 8PM, the lesson wraps up and the DJ takes over for two hours of social dancing. 🎶\n\n**What dance are we learning?**\nEast Coast Swing, a style of swing dancing that grew out of the swing era of the 1920s–40s and is still danced all over the world today.\n\n**I've never danced before. Is that okay?**\nAbsolutely. The 7PM lesson is specifically designed for beginners. Just be sure to arrive on time, the lesson builds progressively, so it's difficult to jump in late if you're brand new.\n\n**How many people will be there?**\nUsually around 50–70 people attend throughout the evening. Asheville Swing Night is open to the public, so it's much bigger than just our Meetup group.\n\n**Do I need a partner?**\nNope! Most people rotate partners during both the lesson and social dance, and coming alone is completely normal.\n\n**What should I wear?**\nWhatever you're comfortable moving in. You'll see everything from jeans and T-shirts to vintage-inspired outfits. Comfortable sneakers or leather-soled shoes work well; heels aren't recommended.\n\n**Does our Meetup group hang out together all night?**\nNot exactly. We'll meet up before the lesson, but once it begins, we join everyone else and rotate partners. During the social dance, some Meetup attendees may hang out together and chat, while others (including the hosts) will be out dancing and mingling around the room.\n\nSo think of this less as a Meetup where our group sits together all evening and more as a chance to experience Asheville's swing-dance scene together.\n\n**LOGISTICS**\n\n📍 Haw Creek Commons\nParking is onsite, with overflow parking at Haw Creek Elementary. Just walk across the field to the venue.\n\n🚪 Doors open at 6:45PM\n\n🕖 **7PM sharp** — Beginner swing dance lesson\n\n💃🕺 **8–10PM** — Social dancing with DJ\n\n💵 **$10** — includes the lesson + dance\nCash or Venmo at the door\n\n**More Info:**\nFacebook event: [https://www.facebook.com/events/1668229217573197/](https://www.facebook.com/events/1668229217573197/)\n\nWebsite: [https://ashevilleswingnight.com/](https://ashevilleswingnight.com/)","startDate":"2026-10-09T23:00:00.000Z","location":"Haw Creek Commons, 315 Old Haw Creek Rd, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Asheville 20s-40s Social Group","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/asheville-20s-40s-social-group/events/316701927/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/4/5/5/9/600_536297753.jpeg","tags":["Dance","Community","Nightlife","Swing Dance","Beginner Friendly","Social Mixer","Partner Changes","Jazz Era Vibes"],"aiSummary":"Upbeat swing dance lesson and social built around 1920s–40s jazz-era steps, spins, and playful energy. Beginner-friendly format with frequent partner changes makes it easy to meet new people on a Friday night.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":14,"scoreRarity":3,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Beginner-friendly swing lesson + social with frequent partner changes is highly social and a solid Friday-night option, but swing dance nights appear to recur around weekly/biweekly in the area, making it less missable. 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When her sister Mina falls ill with a mysterious disease of the blood, Lucy Westfeldt and her fiancé, Jonathan Harker, enlist the help of famed female vampire hunter Doctor Jean Van Helsing. Their hunt for the dangerous and sexy Count Dracula abounds with clever wordplay and quick-change antics. Five actors play over a dozen roles in this bloodcurdlingly hilarious send-up of the literary classic. 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Lovers Queenie and Burrs, both vaudeville performers, throw the party-to-end-all-parties, attracting a dazzling crowd living on the edge. When Queenie’s wandering eye meets the mysterious Black, passions ignite and jealousy erupts, sending the night spiraling toward danger and betrayal. With a thrilling score, seductive choreography, and razor-sharp storytelling, this bold, intoxicating, and unforgettable production makes you more than a spectator—you’re living the wild party. Bold, thrilling, and intended for adult audiences. 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Social energy is moderate—people mingle at the bar, but the focus is still watching the stage.","scoreAshevilleWeird":7,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-18T03:40:08.820Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-18T03:40:08.820Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:55.679Z"},{"id":"6f18fccf-11a0-465d-a6c8-cb818bb1ea82","sourceId":"mx-1026324","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"DJ Kosuke","description":"Join us at Capella on 9 for an unforgettable evening filled with great cocktails, delicious tapas, and unbeatable rooftop vibes.","startDate":"2026-10-10T00:00:00.000Z","location":"Capella on 9, 10 Broadway St f9, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Capella on 9","price":"Unknown","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/dj-kosuke-4/","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Wine & Spirits","Dining","DJ Set","Rooftop Venue","Tapas"],"aiSummary":"DJ sets bring upbeat late-night energy to a rooftop evening of cocktails and savory tapas, blending music, drinks, and relaxed socializing in an elevated setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:37.787Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:37.787Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:55.679Z"},{"id":"86c206ab-8d5a-4d53-8760-33d280cf539f","sourceId":"mx-1073018","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"Vaden Landers - Honky Tonk & More @ the Cork & Keg","description":"Vaden Landers is a multi-instrumentalist from Eastern TN. As a teen he set out traveling the American highways and railways, learning the ways of a traveler-musician, and gaining hard-won life experience along the way. Vaden continued to hone his songwriting, singing, yodeling and picking skills while touring from Alaska to Florida, turning heads as an exciting new player in the revival of the traditional country music scene and fine-tuning his original songs, which harken back to the golden days of country music. Blending influences from honky tonk, hillbilly, folk, blues, ragtime, jazz, western swing and old-time Appalachian, Vaden Landers brings new fire to a classic sound with a band that will make you wanna dance!","startDate":"2026-10-10T00:00:00.000Z","location":"Cork & Keg Bar, 86 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Tallahassee State College Foundation","price":"$10","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/vaden-landers-honky-tonk-more-the-cork-keg/","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Honky Tonk","Traditional Country","Yodeling"],"aiSummary":"Traditional country songwriting, expressive yodeling, and nimble picking evoke the golden age of honky-tonk. Hard-won travels across America shape Vaden Landers’s rootsy, road-worn sound.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":18,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"A one-night roots-country set with distinctive yodeling feels special, but the small-bar setting and niche act keep the draw modest; it’s mainly a sit-and-listen show rather than a strongly social or distinctly Asheville-weird event.","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:37.695Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:37.695Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:55.679Z"},{"id":"9a98eb09-ac01-44bd-9809-6ed8b94f39e0","sourceId":"misfit-11376-3","source":"MISFIT_IMPROV","title":"Misfit Science Theater","description":"Flying saucers! Shink rays! Far off alien worlds! Mind-bending special effects! Join Misfit Improv on a voyage through space and time as we dub a science-fiction film. That’s right, we’re showing an old movie we’ve never seen before and making up the voices, sound effects, and storyline on the spot! Be prepared for high-stakes hijinks and hilarity complete with space lasers and forbidden planets. It’s sure to be the next cult classic.","startDate":"2026-10-10T00:00:00.000Z","location":"Asheville Pizza & Brewing, 675 Merrimon Ave, 573 Fairview Rd, Asheville, NC","zip":"28803","organizer":"Misfit Improv AVL","price":"From $12","url":"https://www.crowdwork.com/e/misfit-science-theater#date=2026-10-09","imageUrl":"https://cdn.fourthwalltickets.com/uploads/event/imgs/11376/Misfit_Science_Theater-2__5_.png","tags":["Comedy","Theater & Film","Improv Dubbing","Cult Classic Vibe","Sci Fi Spoof","Interactive Screening"],"aiSummary":"An old sci fi movie gets live improvised voiceovers, sound effects, and a totally new plot in real time. 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This high energy band has a wide ranging repertoire, moving from Balkan Brass, to Turkish Psychedelic, to Middle Eastern classics, to Klezmer tunes. Featuring accordion, a horn section, electric guitar, and drums.\n\n","startDate":"2026-10-10T00:00:00.000Z","location":"The Double Crown","zip":"28806","organizer":"Black Sea Beat Society","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.facebook.com/events/2080832389364967/","imageUrl":"https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/763120254_1913908936529853_8740318382009102774_n.jpg?stp=cp6_dst-jpg_tt6&cstp=mx2048x1536&ctp=s960x960&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=75d36f&_nc_ohc=2g9h5WgM39QQ7kNvwGBERbC&_nc_oc=AdqXYBR9yS6ANvHClyNv308agfFKZR2wl7uuRQn0UcF2WBKeW9w35TkyqIQXS7pZU9c&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&_nc_gid=_9L1Uameu-PvtA064lilDA&_nc_ss=7b1a0&oh=00_AQNC6UzUND1esgrzENLG5HFmEFbE6Z-IcZdRMp02itMPRg&oe=6AC4A170","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Balkan Brass","Turkish Psychedelic","Klezmer","High Energy","Bar Venue"],"aiSummary":"High-energy Balkan, Turkish, and Middle Eastern sets played with a rock and roll edge—blasting from Balkan brass grooves to Turkish psychedelic riffs and Klezmer melodies. 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High-energy dancefloor setup boosts social potential, with some Asheville eclectic/bohemian flavor without being truly countercultural.","scoreAshevilleWeird":5,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-18T03:45:14.497Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-18T03:45:14.497Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:08:56.306Z"},{"id":"bf21e102-4f64-4cca-a07c-e84e54d5aa37","sourceId":"1425155636049945","source":"FACEBOOK","title":"JJ Grey & Mofro - Top of The World Tour","description":"\n\nSale Dates and Times:\n\nPublic Onsale : Fri, 29 May 2026 at 10:00 AM\n\nArtist Presale : Wed, 27 May 2026 at 10:00 AM\n\nLIVE NATION PRESALE : Thu, 28 May 2026 at 10:00 AM\n\nVenue Presale : Thu, 28 May 2026 at 10:00 AM\n\nPlatinum Presale : Wed, 27 May 2026 at 10:00 AM\n\nPlatinum Onsale : Fri, 29 May 2026 at 10:00 AM \n\n\n_________________________________________________________\n\n\nFrom his early days playing cover music behind chicken wire at a west side Jacksonville juke joint while still working at a lumberyard, to playing sold-out shows at some of the largest venues and music festivals in the world, JJ Grey has always delivered his soul-honest truths. Since his first album, ‘Blackwater’, back in 2001, Grey has been releasing deeply moving, masterfully written, funkified rock and front porch Southern soul music.\n\nNow, with ‘Olustee’ – his tenth album and first in eight years, and the first he has self-produced – Grey is back, singing his personal stories with universal themes of redemption, rebirth, hard luck, and inner peace. With his music, Grey also celebrates good times with friends, oftentimes mixing the carnal with the cerebral in the very same song. Fueled by his vividly detailed, timeless original songs spun from his life experiences, Grey’s gritty baritone drips with honest passion and testifies with a preacher’s foot-pounding fervor.\n\nWith ‘Olustee’, JJ Grey has once again pushed the boundaries of his own creative musical, lyrical and vocal talents, delivering an instant classic. Many of the songs are steeped in the mythical Southern stories of his ancestral Florida home and filled with people from JJ’s life. The songs are told through the eyes of a poet and sung with pure, unvarnished soul. Grey’s message is simple and strong – respect the natural world and always try to live in the moment. 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Likely a solid regional draw at Harrah’s (bigger than a bar gig, not an arena-filling national mega-headliner). Fun but not especially high-concept or ‘Asheville weird,’ and the mechanics are mostly seated/standing concert-style with limited built-in mingling.","scoreAshevilleWeird":2,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-17T03:55:45.125Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-17T03:55:45.125Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:08:55.826Z"},{"id":"c4014ee9-189f-4d8f-875c-ec57120fa2b3","sourceId":"mx-1073539","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"The Cartridge Family w/Boat Command & Ninelyoko","description":"The Cartridge Family is a four-piece electronic band from Asheville, NC. With an emphasis on sound design, they use synthesizers and drum machines to recreate songs from new and classic video games. Please join them in celebrating the release of their debut studio album, Introducing, as they perform the whole thing for you. 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In the years to come, the band would go on to release eight more critically acclaimed studio albums, top the Billboard Bluegrass Chart four times, collaborate with the likes of Judy Collins, Sharon Van Etten, and Norwegian star Jonas Fjeld, earn two gold records in Norway (where they were also twice nominated for the Spellemannprisen, Norway's equivalent of a Grammy), and share bills with everyone from Guy Clark and Lyle Lovett to Steve Martin & Martin Short and The Avett Brothers. NPR hailed the group as \"a bridge between bluegrass traditions and a fresh interpretation of those influences,\" while Uncut lauded their \"powerful melodies and gorgeous harmonies,\" and Pitchfork dubbed their music \"timeless.\" The band's latest release, Hiyo, marks the band's first release since the departure of their longtime banjo player and serves as something of a reintroduction to the roots stalwarts, complete with new sounds, new collaborators, and a whole new lease on life. Recorded at Asheville's Echo Mountain studio with co-producer/engineer Rachael Moore (Kacey Musgraves, Robert Plant and Alison Krauss), the collection finds the trio-Dave Wilson (lead singer/guitarist), John Teer (fiddle/mandolin) and Greg Readling (bass/pedal steel), embracing change at every turn, experimenting with fresh sonic palettes and innovative approaches to their core instrumentation. The songwriting remains classic Chatham County Line here-rich, evocative tales of love and heartbreak, joy and sorrow, righteousness and revenge-but the settings have evolved to incorporate synthesizers, drum machines, and more electric guitar and percussion than ever before. Given the group's string band roots and decades spent singing around a single microphone, the results are nothing short of revelatory, taking an enduring sound and injecting it with a thrilling new spirit of discovery and vitality. Venue and ticketing information:We are family friendly, but shows are 21+ unless accompanied by a parent.This is a general admission show. There are tables within the venue that are available on a first come, first serve basis. There is a garage door behind the stage that remains open in good weather so that you can enjoy the show from inside or outside.For more information visit our FAQ page or reach out to us directly.","startDate":"2026-10-10T00:00:00.000Z","location":"185 King Street, 185 King St, Brevard, NC","zip":"28712","organizer":"185 King Street","price":"$24.6 – $33.34","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/chatham-county-line/","imageUrl":"https://mountainx.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Screenshot-2026-01-05-at-12-16-29-Chatham-County-Line-The-Grey-Eagle.png","tags":["Live Music","Family","Progressive Bluegrass","Roots Americana","Intimate Venue"],"aiSummary":"Genre melding acoustic and electric arrangements of bluegrass, folk, country and rock, spotlighting tight three part harmonies and syncopated instrumental drives in an intimate listening room; partially seated, all-ages show.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":1,"score":22,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":7,"scoreReason":"Single-date touring stop by a respected progressive-bluegrass band at The Grey Eagle (regional, intimate major venue). 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The music is simple and loose, helping with the devil-may-care attitude of the singing.”\r\n\r\nHailed by the San Francisco Chronicle as “one of the Bay Area’s most beloved live outfits,” The Mother Hips’ headline and festival performances have became the stuff of legend, finding them sharing stages with everyone from Johnny Cash and Wilco to Lucinda Williams and The Black Crowes. Rolling Stone called the band “divinely inspired,” while Pitchfork praised their “rootsy mix of 70’s rock and power pop,” and The New Yorker lauded their ability to “sing it sweet and play it dirty.”\r\n\r\nSOUNDING ARROW\r\nVeteran recording artist Scott Kinnebrew returns with SKYMAN, the newest release from his solo project, Sounding Arrow. An ode to easeful living, the soundscape of SKYMAN feels intimate, layered, and expansive.\r\n\r\nCo-produced by Gary Jules (\"Mad World\" from the Donnie Darko soundtrack) and mixed by Bill Reynolds (Band of Horses, The Avett Brothers' Emotionalism), SKYMAN weaves a vivid sonic landscape rich with the textures of rock, folk, country, blues, British invasion, RB, and pop. It's a brew that resists classification, as it lands somewhere between tradition and invention — what Kinnebrew thinks of as \"sonic impressionism.\"\r\n\r\nThe songs on SKYMAN are rooted in a personal narrative, but stretch far beyond autobiography, they sound like they could be telling anyone's story. From Kinnebrew: \"Gary calls it 'the last great American novel', I call it cool like the rock you find on the beach that ends up on your dashboard.\"\r\n\r\nProduced by Scott Kinnebrew Gary Jules Engineered by Scott Kinnebrew at Captain's Quarters, Asheville, NC Gary Jules at Carport Recorders, Asheville, NC. Mixed by Bill Reynolds at Fleetwood Shack, Nashville, TN. Mastered by Dewey Thomas at Forest Hill Sound, Asheville, NC.","startDate":"2026-10-10T00:00:00.000Z","location":"The Grey Eagle","zip":"28801","organizer":"The Grey Eagle","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.facebook.com/events/1523403441952071/","imageUrl":"https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/732011656_1452847650214123_5023756259619534307_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_tt6&cstp=mx1200x720&ctp=s960x960&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=75d36f&_nc_ohc=TZw6D_e5ghkQ7kNvwFWOzUJ&_nc_oc=AdpL1yiYriM7fadITpRIurAY2hcqznEQu79zcteEbfJolcEWSREy0J-1weAzByN-4Ys&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&_nc_gid=m14Qy3-vz9ZlTIacWQtzIg&_nc_ss=7b1a0&oh=00_AQO_GK84N4xt5ERFwWOAXz27c1lzCOFzWeI4Bhj1ycH8rA&oe=6AC4BAA6","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Family","Indie Rock","Alternative Rock","Standing Room","All Ages Show","Touring Band"],"aiSummary":"Northern California indie rock with a road-worn, melodic edge hits a standing-room floor, with new material from the self-produced album *When We Disappear*. Sounding Arrow opens the night for an all-ages concert atmosphere.","interestedCount":31,"goingCount":5,"favoriteCount":0,"score":22,"scoreRarity":9,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":7,"scoreReason":"One-night touring indie-rock bill at The Grey Eagle (missable stop with no evidence of recurrence beyond this date). Solid, broadly appealing live show with a known touring act in a mid-size regional venue; not particularly Asheville-weird, and mostly a stand-and-watch concert with limited built-in social mechanics.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-18T03:45:20.098Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-18T03:45:20.098Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:08:58.011Z"},{"id":"734227bd-9127-496e-91f7-55279440c1b2","sourceId":"mx-1068430","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"John Keck Band","description":"John Keck is originally from California, but now lives in Asheville, North Carolina. While living in California, John had a record deal with Epic in the 90s with his band “Hand of Fate.” John has played with people from the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pearl Jam and Smashing Pumpkins. His earlier stuff was Alternative Rock. John stopped playing music over 25 years ago, but started writing songs and playing again in 2018. John’s music is influenced by Tom Petty, Led Zepplin, The Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Pink Floyd and The Beatles. 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A late-night pub set from an Asheville-based return-to-music frontman with 90s major-label roots and big-scene connections.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":13,"scoreRarity":4,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"Jack of the Wood hosts very frequent live music/jam programming (weekly Irish sessions, weekly bluegrass/old-time jams in the surrounding dates), so a Friday local rock set feels moderately missable but not rare. The 90s major-label backstory adds some intrigue, yet it’s still a straightforward pub concert with local-scale draw and limited structured interaction beyond normal bar mingling.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-18T03:40:08.826Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-18T03:40:08.826Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:55.679Z"},{"id":"683542ef-3bf0-4665-b3ed-cda97d2c98dd","sourceId":"mx-1059441","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"Trace Adkins","description":"Country star Trace Adkins 30th anniversary tour.","startDate":"2026-10-10T01:00:00.000Z","location":"Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort, 777 Casino Drive, Cherokee","zip":"28719","organizer":"Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort","price":"$73.15","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/trace-adkins/","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Country","Anniversary Tour","Casino Resort","Arena Show"],"aiSummary":"Big-stage country concert celebrating a 30th anniversary tour, built around baritone vocals, crowd-pleasing hits, and a high-energy singalong vibe. Hosted inside a casino resort venue with a late-night showtime.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":22,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":8,"scoreReason":"One-night touring stop on a 30th anniversary tour (missable, not a recurring local program). Trace Adkins is a nationally known country headliner likely to draw a large regional crowd at Harrah’s, but the concept is straightforward mainstream concert rather than high-concept or Asheville-weird. Socializing is mostly pre/post-show and in the casino, not built-in interaction.","scoreAshevilleWeird":2,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-08T18:07:57.468Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-08T18:07:57.468Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:55.937Z"},{"id":"8ffbd071-3eb4-46fe-a61e-f9b20473b3e5","sourceId":"2243613362847393","source":"FACEBOOK","title":"Ali Randolph Band LIVE at The Social","description":"The Ali Randolph Band is bringing their full-band live show to The Social for a night of huge vocals, killer guitar riffs, and non-stop energy.\n\nWhether you're coming out to dance, grab a few cold drinks, or just kick off the weekend with great live music, this is where you want to be.\n\nEvent Details:\n\nDate: Friday, October 9, 2026\n\nTime: Show starts at 9:00 PM\n\nLocation: The Social\n\nHit Going to drop a reminder on your calendar, tag the friends you're coming with, and get here early to secure a table!","startDate":"2026-10-10T01:00:00.000Z","location":"1078 Tunnel Rd, Asheville, NC, United States, North Carolina 28805","zip":"28805","organizer":"The Social","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.facebook.com/events/2243613362847393/","imageUrl":"https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/799983526_1706822354782420_7592724030189723466_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_tt6&cstp=mx2816x1408&ctp=s960x960&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=75d36f&_nc_ohc=h7t6JPLQxSkQ7kNvwGsCD9a&_nc_oc=AdpSnn8iI-YDrSQHV3dwXEAgxOWJTIBqBbkD4AP8tKKVyAIys9Fsy-p3OQlY4hbcQOw&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&_nc_gid=8J16q-NM24csDB_81hHnQA&_nc_ss=7b1a0&oh=00_AQNemhn2Bpeh5oodg2pTJfVATLYQeQAZeWrnNM71nMJWGg&oe=6AC4B3C2","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Rock","Big Vocals","Guitar Driven"],"aiSummary":"Powerful vocals and sharp guitar riffs drive an energetic full-band set built for dancing, cold drinks, and a lively Friday-night crowd in Asheville.","interestedCount":20,"goingCount":2,"favoriteCount":0,"score":16,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"A specific live-band date with no evidence of a recurring show at The Social, though similar local gigs are common. Expect solid local rock entertainment and some casual dancing or mingling, but no unusual concept or strong Asheville-weird element.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T03:18:09.897Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T03:18:09.897Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:08:57.842Z"},{"id":"c8b19baa-c211-444f-8a46-7e0ae77d3ce3","sourceId":"ea-45487","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"Take the Edge Off, Late Night Comedy","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-10T01:55:00.000Z","location":"Eda Rhyne Distilling Company, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Eda Rhyne Distilling Company","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/asheville/events/take-edge-late-night-comedy-6","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a739-cec7-2211-130bb5561736-w-1080h-810-0deee7-18007.jpg","tags":["Comedy","Nightlife","Wine & Spirits","Late Night Set","Craft Distillery","Adult Humor","Standup Showcase"],"aiSummary":"Late-night stand-up with an anything-goes edge in a craft distillery setting, where punchlines land alongside botanical cocktails. 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Likely a solid local showcase with modest draw; audience interaction is mostly passive with some mingling pre/post show.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-22T00:08:36.275Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-22T00:08:36.275Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:23.028Z"},{"id":"9a6864fc-fc66-4cf5-a06f-0b0d5ffd777d","sourceId":"amh-organ-fairchild","source":"ASHEVILLE_MUSIC_HALL","title":"Organ Fairchild","description":"Hailed as a \"fast-rising NY band\" by Live For Live Music, and a group that's \"making waves in the scene\" by JamBase, Organ Fairchild craft their organ-trio-meets-rock-band sound - described as \"adventurous, vital and alive\" by Glide Magazine - by synthesizing influences ranging from The Grateful Dead and The Allman Brothers to The Meters, Steely Dan and Medeski Martin & Wood. 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Social vibe is moderate—standing room late-night show with some mingling, but mostly watch-the-band.","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:53.965Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:53.965Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:26.117Z"},{"id":"eedf87ea-404b-4369-8db7-1f5741276e4c","sourceId":"2001411698266","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Take The Edge Off, Late Night Comedy","description":"Modelface Comedy presents Take The Edge Off Comedy Showcase at Eda Rhyne Distillery\nA night of Comedy and Cocktails","startDate":"2026-10-10T02:00:00.000Z","location":"Eda Rhyne Distilling Company, 101 Fairview Road, Asheville, NC","zip":"28803","organizer":"Modelface Comedy","price":"$23","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/take-the-edge-off-late-night-comedy-tickets-2001411698266","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1180111048%2F230897515276%2F1%2Foriginal.20260318-040451?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=98b871d26bcfffb7879925103e4e6738","tags":["Comedy","Wine & Spirits","Nightlife","Late Night Show","Comedy Showcase","Cocktail Bar","Adult Crowd"],"aiSummary":"Late-night comedy showcase energy with a rotating lineup of stand-up sets in a distillery lounge. Craft cocktails and a buzzy bar vibe keep the room loose for an adults-oriented night out.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-22T06:07:45.473Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-22T06:07:45.473Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:15.884Z"},{"id":"311d325a-a49b-42d8-93fe-4fcae88b9c52","sourceId":"mx-1059583","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"Dizgo – Flocktoberfest After Party","description":"Born from attic jam sessions between childhood friends Andrew Pickel and Kevin Hinnefeld, Dizgo’s story began with two guitars, a tape recorder, and a dream – literally. The band’s name came to Hinnefeld in a dream, before their first gig, reflecting the cosmic, boundary-breaking sound they’d soon deliver. Later joined by Jake Evatt on keys/vocals and Justin Clark on drums, the Bloomington-based quartet has since evolved into one of the country’s premiere touring acts.","startDate":"2026-10-10T03:30:00.000Z","location":"Asheville Music Hall, 31 Patton Ave., Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Asheville Music Hall","price":"Unknown","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/dizgo-flocktoberfest-after-party/","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Psychedelic Jam","Jamtronica","Late Night"],"aiSummary":"Cosmic, boundary-pushing jam rock blends guitar improvisation, keys, vocals, and driving drums into an energetic late-night after-party set with exploratory, danceable grooves.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":20,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"A specific late-night Dizgo after-party is a likely one-off local booking, though Flocktoberfest itself recurs annually. Psychedelic, danceable jamtronica adds some Asheville flair; Dizgo is a solid touring draw at an established small venue, with dancing but limited built-in social interaction.","scoreAshevilleWeird":6,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:37.852Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:37.852Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:55.937Z"},{"id":"09009233-4a44-4e29-995f-25d0119af301","sourceId":"unca-43239","source":"UNCA","title":"Asheville Jewish Film Festival","description":"@ The Asheville Jewish Film Festival, presented by the UNC Asheville Center for Jewish Studies, features four films with Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon screenings throughout October and November. The festival opens with a reception on October 10. Opening Night Reception: Saturday, October 10 at 5:30 p.m. — Mountain Suites, Highsmith Student Union Film Screenings: “Once Upon My Mother”: Saturday, October 10 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, October 11 at 2 p.m. — Highsmith Student Union “Sabbath Queen”: Saturday, October 17 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, October 18 at 2 p.m. — Mullen & James Humanities Hall — post-film discussion to follow for both showings “The Sea”: Saturday, October 24 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, October 25 at 2 p.m. — Mullen & James Humanities Hall — post-film discussion to follow for both showings “The Ring”: Saturday, November 7 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, November 8 at 2 p.m. — Mullen & James Humanities Hall — post-film discussion to follow for both showings For tickets and more information, visit ashevillejewishfilmfestival.org. Accessibility UNC Asheville is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. If you have any questions about access or would like to request reasonable accommodations that will facilitate your full participation in the film screenings, please contact Stephanie Bullick, Director of Accessibility, at accessibility@unca.edu. 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Alongside the herbal work, Byron will guide deep relaxation techniques rooted in traditional practice — reminding us that healing has always been about tending the whole person.\nThroughout the day, we’ll explore the culture and heritage behind these practices, dispelling stereotypes and gaining a fuller, truer understanding of Appalachian people and their ways. 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Say hi and catch up with your Code with Asheville crew.\n* *11:15-11:30am*: Folks chat through what they hope to accomplish for the day, ask for help, and divide into small groups for certain projects. This is a great place to get plugged in if you're looking for a project to work on.\n* *11:30am*: We get to work! 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We dance to all kinds of music, dancing choreography at all skill levels, at all ages. Coming to one of these events is an invite into a safe space to learn steps, find community and express yourself on the dance floor. Each dance has a DRESS UP THEME - October 10th is ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW in homage to the late, great Tim Curry: So queer up your favorite Time Warp-inspired outfit or costume. (Or if you've already entered the time warp and & have little time to come up with something: red, black, white & anything kiss-smack marked will do!) GIDDY UP BRUNCH : Saturday 11am-2pm 11am-12pm Beginner Hour - includes follow-along, talk-through beginner dances and a Time Warp lesson by Blue Country's Zoe Hawkins-Wells 12pm-2pm All Levels - includes a higher level lesson & a mix of dances, two-step, pattern partner circle dances and your requests. 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We’re so very excited to introduce our newest free weekly event, open to all ages, family & pet-friendly If you haven’t experienced Jazz Brunch yet, here’s what you can expect: from the moment the music begins, the taproom fills with that perfect weekend energy… laid-back jazz, fresh brunch plates, great beer, and a room full of people settling in and staying awhile. Friends gather around tables, conversations flow easily, and the rhythm of the music sets the tone for a perfect, easy Saturday. It’s exactly the kind of atmosphere we hoped to create when this idea first came to life! We’re especially excited to continue working with our house Jazz band, “Four Peanuts”, whose smooth, soulful sound brings everything together. The group explores both original compositions and zesty covers of tunes you may or may not know. The trio features Alex Taub on keyboards, Brennan Dugan on bass, and Joe Enright on drums, and will certainly leave your peanuts salted and boiled to perfection! Their music pairs effortlessly with the relaxed brunch setting, turning an ordinary morning into something memorable. The all-new brunch menu is absolutely something to be excited about! French Broad River Pizza will be serving up a mix of breakfast and lunch favorites designed to pair perfectly with a chill afternoon in the taproom. Thank you for supporting live music, local artists, and community gatherings here at French Broad River Brewery. We can’t wait to welcome you back to the taproom. brunch plate in one hand, beer in the other, and jazz in the background. French Broad River Brewery is more than just a place to enjoy a drink—it’s a community hub where great beer, delicious pizza, live music, and good times come together. Just minutes from the Biltmore Estate & Downtown, our taproom is a gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. 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We created it in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene as a space to gather, heal, and reconnect through music, food, and community.","startDate":"2026-10-10T16:00:00.000Z","location":"Rare Bird Farm, 91 Duckett Top Tower Road, Spring Creek","zip":"28743","organizer":"Rare Bird Farm","price":"TBD","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/straight-to-love/","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Dining","Community","Potluck Dinner","Healing Gathering","Community Concert","Hurricane Recovery","Farm Venue"],"aiSummary":"A community concert paired with a shared potluck meal, created as a post Hurricane Helene space to gather, heal, and reconnect. Expect an intimate, heart forward afternoon of music, food, and neighborly conversation at a rural farm setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":19,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Third annual event = effectively once-a-year, making it fairly missable. 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Your ticket includes a pint of beer from Noblebräu Brewing. \"SAFE is dedicated to supporting survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking by providing safety, advocacy, resources, and hope. We are raising unrestricted funds to sustain the essential services survivors rely on each day, while also bringing our on-site pet barn up to code. This project will ensure survivors have a safe place for their pets when seeking shelter, helping eliminate one more barrier that could prevent someone from leaving an abusive situation.\" Venue and ticketing information:We are family friendly, but shows are 21+ unless accompanied by a parent.This is a general admission show. There are tables within the venue that are available on a first come, first serve basis. 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Expect a live set from John Trufant with Jerry Sap and Adam Masters, a destination-trip raffle, and a Noblebräu Brewing pint included with admission.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":18,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"A 40th-anniversary fundraising party is a special, likely annual/one-off milestone (more missable than the venue’s regular weekly music/jams). 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Day Sound Session at the Static Age Loft doors open at 1 music runs promptly 2p - 7 Night Sound Session, \"next door\" at Static Age Records doors open at 7p music runs promptly 8p - Midnight Ticket Cost = $20 per session or $35 for the whole day All Ages, both sessions","startDate":"2026-10-10T17:00:00.000Z","location":"Static Age Records, 713 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Static Age Records","price":"$20","url":"https://www.staticagenc.com/events/noisefest444","imageUrl":"https://cdn.sanity.io/images/maucgopb/production/54e73ff20040d288ecbc869cf88018b9ddfa9a13-1080x1350.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Community","Experimental Noise","Fundraiser Show","Multi Artist Lineup","Loft Venue","Two Session Festival"],"aiSummary":"Two-session experimental noise festival with 25+ Blue Ridge artists, shifting from a daytime loft set to a late-night record shop sound barrage. Fundraiser energy for Static Age with fast turnarounds and boundary-pushing electronics.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":21,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":8,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Although Static Age hosts shows frequently (weekly-ish), this specific two-session, 25+ artist experimental noise festival/fundraiser is a special format that’s likely annual or one-off—more missable than a standard bill. High-concept, boundary-pushing noise lineup boosts uniqueness and Asheville-weird factor. Draw is strong for the underground scene but still a small-venue, niche-genre event (mid local/regional magnitude). 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Expect a lively community hang with plenty of four-legged friends and seasonal Barktoberfest energy.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":18,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Seasonal, dog-centric Oktoberfest-style patio party with vendors and a costume contest—more missable than weekly Whale programming and likely a once-a-fall vibe. 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Expect orchard side learning, seasonal flavors, and a relaxed brewery farm setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":19,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Seasonal pawpaw-focused farm walk + tasting is time-sensitive (pawpaw season) and likely a limited-run/annual-style agritourism offering. It’s more memorable than a standard brewery tour due to the ‘native tropical fruit’ hook, but the draw is still small-to-mid local/regional (farm brewery setting, $30 guided experience). Socializing is moderate-high because it’s a guided group experience with tasting and hanging at the taproom afterward; Asheville-weird is present via foraging/seasonal fruit c","scoreAshevilleWeird":5,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-20T00:08:11.644Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-20T00:08:11.644Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:17.857Z"},{"id":"d69c58a0-97fd-422b-9cfe-b6f95cd36f3d","sourceId":"library-bcpl-28830","source":"LIBRARY","title":"Herbal Strategies for Cold and Flu Season","description":"Ever wondered how to protect yourself from colds and flu, or how to recover more quickly when you do get sick? In Herbal Strategies for Cold and Flu Season, clinical herbalist and wellness educator Wendy Flynn will share modern, science-backed approaches alongside time-tested traditional practices to help you feel empowered and resilient this season. 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The set lands in a bustling downtown pub known for brews, cocktails, and a high energy Saturday crowd.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-07T06:07:39.154Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-07T06:07:39.154Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:19.798Z"},{"id":"de93128a-4b08-4235-9583-f45cc0e16645","sourceId":"ea-44587","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"Fall Fest at Lookout Brewing","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-10T20:00:00.000Z","location":"Lookout Brewing Company, Black Mountain, NC","zip":"28711","organizer":"Lookout Brewing Company","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/black-mountain/events/fall-fest-lookout-brewing","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a74f-cc84-8514-865883146666-w-1545h-1158-b4f491-brown-and-orange-modern-rustic-autumn-fall-festival-event-promotion-flyer.jpg","tags":["Beer","Community","Nightlife","Fall Festival","Black Mountain","Brewery Patio","Seasonal Vibes"],"aiSummary":"A fall festival night at a Black Mountain brewery with fresh pours and a lively taproom atmosphere. Expect an easygoing community hangout centered on seasonal beer releases and October weekend energy.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":14,"scoreRarity":5,"scoreUnique":4,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Seasonal fall fest vibe at a brewery is missable but not rare—Lookout is already running a very similar Oktoberfest ~3 weeks earlier, suggesting a monthly-ish fall-event cadence. Fun and broadly appealing, but concept is standard (beer + patio hang), likely a solid local draw rather than a regional headliner. 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Gather outdoors in Rocky Hollow, Weaverville for shared food, warm flames, and reflective ritual space.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":17,"scoreRarity":6,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"Free community potluck + outdoor sacred fire circle/renewal ritual is a memorable, very Asheville-style gathering with strong built-in mingling. Similar community fire events appear about monthly (e.g., Sep 19 then Oct 10), making it missable but not one-off. Likely a modest local draw in Weaverville rather than a large prestige event.","scoreAshevilleWeird":8,"scoreSocial":8,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-13T00:07:52.388Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-13T00:07:52.388Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:17.438Z"},{"id":"56b718d6-bc3f-45f7-90d1-30eee874e111","sourceId":"ea-31450-8","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"Sunset Mountaintop Vortex Yoga Micro Retreat","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-10T21:30:00.000Z","location":"364 Blue Ridge Pkwy, Black Mountain, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"364 Blue Ridge Pkwy","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/black-mountain/events/sunset-mountaintop-vortex-yoga-micro-retreat#2026-10-10","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a745-ccb5-7f6f-99650fee142b-w-889h-667-438e97-namaste-in-nature-asheville-nc-vortex-yoga-group-low-lunge-credit-reggie-tidwell__1__jpg.png","tags":["Fitness","Wellness","Outdoors","Sunset Session","Micro Retreat","Mountaintop Overlook","Energy Vortex Theme"],"aiSummary":"Sunset yoga on a mountaintop overlook along the Blue Ridge Parkway, blending breathwork and grounding stretches with an “energy vortex” micro-retreat vibe. 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Late evening, intimate vibe at a wellness center with an emphasis on presence and consent.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":18,"scoreRarity":5,"scoreUnique":8,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Tantra Speed Date® at Wellspring appears to run about monthly (Oct 3 → Oct 10 suggests clustered dates/series rather than weekly), making it a missable-but-not-rare format. High-concept twist on standard speed dating with guided connection/consent exercises gives strong uniqueness and solid Asheville-weird wellness/alt vibe. Likely a moderate-sized, paid, intimate singles event (not a huge draw), but mechanically it’s one of the most social formats possible—meeting new people is the whole point.","scoreAshevilleWeird":7,"scoreSocial":10,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-09T00:06:32.262Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-09T00:06:32.262Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:15.612Z"},{"id":"acdb9708-9a4f-4f5b-836d-88df91a583ad","sourceId":"1990291652911","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Asheville Jewish Film Festival 2026","description":"Join us in Asheville for the 2026 Jewish Film Festival – great films, stories, and community vibes!","startDate":"2026-10-10T21:30:00.000Z","location":"University of North Carolina Asheville, 1 University Heights, Asheville, NC","zip":"28804","organizer":"Center for Jewish Studies","price":"$10","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/asheville-jewish-film-festival-2026-tickets-1990291652911","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1188376204%2F3003166946370%2F1%2Foriginal.20260707-152429?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=08e615e04030cf7aeac8168ab61d135e","tags":["Theater & Film","Community","Jewish Cinema","Film Festival","Campus Venue","Cultural Stories"],"aiSummary":"A Jewish film festival night on UNCA’s campus centered on story-driven cinema and shared cultural conversation. Expect a community-minded screening atmosphere with festival vibes and post-film connection.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":18,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"An annual-style cultural film festival night (likely once per year), making it fairly missable. It’s more distinctive than a standard screening due to festival framing and cultural storytelling, but not high-concept/weird. Expected draw is a solid local-to-regional campus/community audience rather than a major citywide headliner. Socializing is moderate: shared screening with some post-film conversation, but still largely a seated, watch-and-listen format.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-23T00:06:59.052Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-23T00:06:59.052Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:15.553Z"},{"id":"0c95935d-5217-4541-bb39-26199e132051","sourceId":"1999540380103","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Darkside Theatrical Dance Show","description":"An Evening of Mystery, Magic & Movement\n\nDarkside is an annual fundraiser it is a theatrical belly dance show.","startDate":"2026-10-10T22:00:00.000Z","location":"Folkmoot, 112 Virginia Avenue, Waynesville, NC","zip":"28786","organizer":"Misfit Mountain","price":"$23","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/darkside-theatrical-dance-show-tickets-1999540380103","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1192492810%2F1619181440713%2F1%2Foriginal.20260902-171150?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=a8f3f596daaa2a88ee98da99aaa55377","tags":["Dance","Community","Belly Dance","Theatrical Show","Fundraiser","Mystery Magic Vibe","Evening Performance"],"aiSummary":"Mystery-tinged theatrical belly dance blends magic and dramatic movement into an evening performance with a dark, immersive vibe. Annual Misfit Mountain fundraiser gathering dancers and supporters at Folkmoot in Waynesville.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":1,"score":20,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"An annual, single-date theatrical belly dance fundraiser with a dark/mystical vibe makes it fairly missable (yearly cadence) and more high-concept than a standard dance recital. Likely a modest regional draw at Folkmoot (strong local arts venue but not a huge headliner scale). The aesthetic leans distinctly Asheville-adjacent weird/bohemian, though it’s still primarily a seated performance, so social mingling is moderate (arrive/intermission/after).","scoreAshevilleWeird":7,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-02T18:07:25.794Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-02T18:07:25.794Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:17.029Z"},{"id":"31813b3f-f8fd-42ea-ab9f-f215dc02139c","sourceId":"1999214944717","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"1st Annual Blue Ridge Ball: WNC Artist & Musician Benefit Night","description":"1st Annual Blue Ridge Ball with Darren Nicholson Band & Chef Michelle Bailey! Supports The Path Forward Foundation's post-Helene WNC relief.","startDate":"2026-10-10T22:00:00.000Z","location":"Blue Star Gallery, 867 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"The Path Forward Foundation","price":"$82","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1st-annual-blue-ridge-ball-wnc-artist-musician-benefit-night-tickets-1999214944717","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Dining","Community","Volunteering","Benefit Gala","Wnc Relief","Bluegrass","Local Artists","Gallery Venue"],"aiSummary":"Benefit-night ball blending bluegrass from the Darren Nicholson Band with a special dinner by Chef Michelle Bailey inside an artsy gallery setting. Proceeds support The Path Forward Foundation’s post-Helene Western North Carolina relief for artists and musicians.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":20,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"A ticketed benefit ball with a named bluegrass act and a chef-driven dinner in a gallery is a fairly missable, special-occasion night (positioned as “1st Annual,” with no same-venue cadence shown). It’s more high-concept than a standard show (gala + dinner + arts venue + relief mission), but not wildly boundary-pushing. Likely a solid local draw rather than a huge regional/national headliner, and the gala/dinner format encourages mingling more than a typical seated concert.","scoreAshevilleWeird":5,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-31T18:07:37.873Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-31T18:07:37.873Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-09-02T00:07:29.371Z"},{"id":"95cc30a3-c374-46bd-882c-f7cea5eb05e0","sourceId":"ea-43858-1","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"The Haunted Trail at the Adventure Center of Asheville 2026","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-10T22:00:00.000Z","location":"The Adventure Center of Asheville, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"The Adventure Center of Asheville","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/asheville/events/haunted-trail-adventure-center-asheville-2026#2026-10-10","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a709-cb00-10b7-5fa0cdec547d-w-4032h-3024-07ebda-glow-trail.jpg","tags":["Holiday","Outdoors","Family","Haunted Trail","Jump Scares","Nighttime Attraction","Spooky Woods","Costumed Actors"],"aiSummary":"A nighttime haunted trail winds through dark, wooded paths with creepy set pieces, costumed actors, and jump scares. 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The doors close promptly at Opening Circle and any that come late will be turned away. Please be on time to ensure a safe and secure container. \\*\\*\nTicket Prices: $25-50 or name your price.\nNo one turned away for lack of funds!\n\nPre-registration Recommended:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/event/live-music-20260911/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/event/live-music-20260911/)\n\nVOLUNTEER!\n\nWe need volunteers. Volunteer and dance for free! Register to volunteer at:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMFZWQ0ZzTmFlam10YUN0RXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4XGdFINP8qUH1XAETf8I71UKxgUcbNb_LMLwgnJWEzr2I_3ELhDttUv2i1OA_aem_nrjKIXdVB1pootRUE4YAfA)\nIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:\n\nDoor will close at the beginning of the opening circle. Please note: NO ENTRY AFTER OPENING CIRCLE BOTH WAVES!\n\nCollective agreements:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMFZWQ0ZzTmFlam10YUN0RXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4XGdFINP8qUH1XAETf8I71UKxgUcbNb_LMLwgnJWEzr2I_3ELhDttUv2i1OA_aem_nrjKIXdVB1pootRUE4YAfA)\n\nAbout AMC:\nAsheville Movement Collective envisions a world that moves in harmony where all are free to be their authentic selves within a loving community. Our mission and aim are to inspire authenticity and healthy community through free-form dance by hosting dance waves for personal and community transformation. 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Jack Of The Wood is still a downtown hot spot for food, brews and drink since 1997 and founders Joan and Joe Eckert who still own it, have maintained the original lively English and Irish vibe. The old-time mountain and Irish music jams continue, including a hot bluegrass jam Thursdays and brunch every Sunday. 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The tallest mountains, the deepest canyons, the highest waterfalls, the sheerest cliffs, the tallest trees, and the most concentrated botanical diversity in the East are a few of its superlative features. The Appalachian Mountains are the oldest mountains in the world, and the eons and elements have sculpted grand visions in their stony ridgelines. Their weathered visage belies the rugged, dramatic canyons and gorges within them. The eroded soils enrich the myriad of plants that have taken seed and root, producing a variety of flora that is more exhaustive than all of Europe. Entire ecosystems have developed in the forests and glades, supporting a myriad of fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and mammals. The city of Asheville lies nestled in the midst of western North Carolina’s mountains. Both a population and geographic center, Asheville provides a base for the enjoyment and exploration of the area’s wonders. 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Pulling triple duty as a songwriter, southern storyteller, andmodern-day guitar hero, Leines fills his third album with tales from the fast lane,punctuating each song with amplified riffs and a voice sharpened by a heavytouring schedule. The result is a record for dive bars and dance halls, for highwaysand honky-tonks, for wheels that spin and and horizons that linger just out of reach.Before recordingHeadcasewith co-producers Mike Harmeier (the longtimefrontman of Silverada, formerly known as Mike and the Moonpies) and Adam Odor,Leines quit his longtime job as a welder and hit the road in support of 2021'sBloodSweat and Beers. That record became his breakthrough release, earning Leines ayear's worth of gigs with marquee acts like Dwight Yoakam and The Mavericks.Night after night, he hit the stage with his power trio, mixing rock & roll bang withTelecaster twang. Recorded between shows,Headcasecaptures that live chemistrywith songs that dig beneath the blacktop for stories about love lost, chances taken,and life lived between the mile markers.","startDate":"2026-10-11T23:00:00.000Z","location":"Eda's Hide-a-Way, 1098 New Stock Rd, Weaverville","zip":"28787","organizer":"Eda's Hide-a-Way","price":"$10","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/rob-leines/","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Outlaw Country","Blue Collar Rock","Guitar Driven"],"aiSummary":"Amplified guitar riffs and a road-worn voice drive outlaw country into blue-collar rock, spinning fast-lane tales built for dive bars, dance halls, highways, and honky-tonks.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":17,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"A likely one-time stop from a touring outlaw-country artist, though similar live roots music appears regularly nearby. 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The story follows Gale, an investigative “Witch-hunter,” on the trail of East’s assassination. Trapped in a bar with a synthetic (known as mimics), surrounded by encroaching revolutionaries, Witches, and the Wizard’s ever watchful eyes, Gale must survive the night if Oz will see its dawn. But in an empire of extremes, who can survive?","startDate":"2026-10-11T23:30:00.000Z","location":null,"zip":null,"organizer":"MontfordParkPlayers","price":"Unknown","url":"https://ashevilletheateralliance.org/events/the-hope-of-oz/#2026-10-11T23:30:00.000Z","imageUrl":"https://ashevilletheateralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/StorrsOz-MPP.webp","tags":["Theater & Film","Dark Fantasy","Political Dystopia","New Play","Mature Themes","Investigative Thriller"],"aiSummary":"A dark Wizard of Oz reimagining set in a newly militarized Emerald City where the Wizard tightens systematic oppression and wages a drug-fueled war on rising witches. 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It's not just the title of the boldest release of the group's critically-acclaimed career; it's also the name of the reinvigorated band itself.\r\n\r\n\"Back in the day, all we wanted to do was play the Broken Spoke,\" says Harmeier, nodding to the hometown honky-tonk in Austin, TX, where Silverada began sowing the seeds for a sound that mixed timeless twang with modern-day dynamics. \"We had different aspirations back then. We were still figuring out what kind of band we were gonna be, and that took a lot of time and a lot of records.\r\n\r\nA lot of records, indeed. Silverada marks the group's ninth release, and it balances the strengths they've accumulated along the way — sharp, detailed songwriting that bounces between autobiographical sketches and character studies; gorgeous swells of pedal steel that drift through the songs like weather; a rhythm section capable of country shuffles, hard-charging rock roll tempos, and everything in between — with a willingness to break old rules and open new doors. \"Radio Wave\" is a roots-rock anthem for the highway and the heartland, peppered with Springsteen-worthy hooks and War On Drugs-inspired atmospherics. \"Eagle Rare\" launches the band into outer space during its explosive middle section, which the band improvised in the recording studio. \"Stay By My Side\" showcases Silverada's road-warrior credentials — the band recorded the track live during a tour across the American Southeast, capturing it in a single take at Capricorn Sound Studios in Macon, Georgia — while \"Wallflower\" blends the organic with the otherworldly, finding room for harmonized guitar solos, driving disco beats, and 808 percussion.\r\n\r\n\"Going into the studio, everybody in the band felt inspired to do something bigger than what they'd done before,\" Harmeier explains. \"We all knew we were at a precipice, and we wanted to jump. 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The Monday evening ride meets at the Ledford Parking Lot in Bent Creek at 6pm and rolls out at 6:15pm unless it is posted otherwise in a pre-ride post. Wednesday morning ride meets at Rice Pinnacle at 10am and will typically leave directly. This is a beginner-friendly, social, NO DROP ride. Expect 6-8 miles and we will return to the parking lot no later than noon so you can get on with the rest of your day. Ride changes will be posted as early as possible on the group page. Training Pace: Training Ride. This ride is for the ladies who know how to handle their bike and want to get faster. Rides will be 8-12+ miles and will utilize more technical trails. Rules: 1. Helmets are 100% required. If you show up without one, we will respectfully ask you to not join us until you have one. 2. Be safe: mountain biking is an inherently dangerous sport. Please do not ride so far outside your comfort zone that you get hurt. 3. Be respectful: These rides are meant to encourage all levels of female riders to develop and grow as cyclists. If you are not capable of checking your ego on rides, this probably isn't the group for you. 4. Come prepared for your own ride which includes clothing, food, water, and repair gear. If you forget something, we'll help you if you need it, but generally please come prepared to take care of yourself. 5. Have fun! These rides are for you... Come learn, grow, and meet the amazing women we have the pleasure of sharing the trails with. 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Members do not register on Meetup, so their attendance is not reflected here.\n\nSee the **[Asheville Speechcrafters website (click here)](https://8215.toastmastersclubs.org/directions.html)** for directions, parking info, calendar, and more details about our club!\n\nSo come join us on Monday evenings and prepare to *become a better you*.","startDate":"2026-10-12T22:15:00.000Z","location":"19 Eagle St, 19 Eagle St, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Asheville and Mountains Toastmasters Meetup","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/asheville-and-mountains-toastmasters-meetup/events/316670239/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/5/b/4/600_515374228.jpeg","tags":["Education","Networking","Community","Public Speaking","Toastmasters Format","Beginner Friendly","Practice Speeches","Weekly Meeting"],"aiSummary":"Weekly Toastmasters-style public speaking practice with short prepared and impromptu talks, supportive evaluations, and plenty of stage time. 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A lot of the menu comes family-style, so we'll order a few platters for the table and split them. Passing a bowl of pasta to a stranger is the easiest conversation starter there is, which is exactly why this works when you're arriving alone.\n**The Plan:**\n• 6:15 PM — I'll get there early to put our name in and hold the table. Vinnie's doesn't take reservations, so I'll be the one waiting, not you.\n• 6:30 PM — We sit, pick a few platters for the middle of the table, and dig in.\n• 8:00 PM — Cannoli and cheesecake for anyone who wants it. Conversation keeps going.\n• 8:30 PM — Officially done. The kitchen closes at 9 on Mondays.\n**What to Know:**\n• Ten seats, hard cap. If your plans change, please free up your spot. Someone else wants it.\n• We split the shared platters evenly. Expect roughly $25–35 each with tip, plus whatever you drink.\n• Drinking is completely optional. Nobody will notice or care what's in your glass.\n• 1981 Hendersonville Rd, South Asheville, well clear of downtown parking.\n• Dietary needs? Mention them when you RSVP and I'll make sure we order something that works for you.\n• Be decent. Anyone who makes someone uncomfortable will be asked to leave, and I handle that, not the person on the receiving end.\n**Why This One:**\nBig events are easy to attend and hard to remember. At forty people you never get a second conversation with anyone. Ten people around one table is small enough that you'll leave actually knowing some names, and the supper club is meant to repeat, so the same faces keep showing up.\nCome solo — most of us do.","startDate":"2026-10-12T22:30:00.000Z","location":"Vinnie's Neighborhood Italian South, 1981 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803, USA, Asheville, NC","zip":"28803","organizer":"Third Place AVL · 20s, 30s & 40s","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/third-place-avl-20s-30s-40s/events/316610795/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/a/3/a/600_536195386.jpeg","tags":["Dining","Community","Family Style Platters","Small Group Social","Red Sauce Italian","Neighborhood Restaurant","Dim Lighting"],"aiSummary":"Ten-person supper club around one long table with family-style platters of old-school red-sauce Italian. 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Designed for all skill levels, with an interactive, participatory format led by Larry McDowell.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-25T06:05:56.686Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-25T06:05:56.686Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:22.144Z"},{"id":"28408de6-25e2-4584-940e-666b6a1cf3e3","sourceId":"ea-37370","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"Don't Tell Comedy West Asheville","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-12T23:00:00.000Z","location":"Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/asheville/events/dont-tell-comedy-west-asheville-13","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a739-cec7-2211-130bb5561736-w-1035h-776-f09a27-12603_png.png","tags":["Comedy","Nightlife","Secret Lineup","Standup Showcase","21 Plus","River Lodge Venue"],"aiSummary":"A pop up standup showcase with a secret lineup of touring and local comics, revealed only after ticket purchase. 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Expect high lonesome harmonies, banjo driven classics, and late night listening room energy.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":19,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"One-night tribute show at an intimate listening room; while White Horse has live music constantly, this specific Nathan Stanley/Ralph Stanley tribute appears as a single dated booking (missable touring-style stop). Unique hook is the direct family legacy and classic high-lonesome bluegrass, but it’s still a fairly traditional concert format. Likely a solid local/regional draw in a small venue with limited built-in mingling beyond pre/post-show conversation.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-06T18:41:49.528Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-06T18:41:49.528Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:57.062Z"},{"id":"485f7539-4a93-4c87-8862-5e4a7eaefc76","sourceId":"2488685181580855","source":"FACEBOOK","title":"Bob Weir Birthday Celebration ft. The Music of The Grateful Dead at The Grey Eagle","description":"Bob Weir Birthday Celebration ft. The Music of The Grateful Dead\r\n\r\nDoors: 6:00 PM\r\nShow: 7:00 PM\r\n\r\nALL AGES\r\nSTANDING ROOM ONLY\r\n \r\nBOB WEIR BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION (FEATURING THE MUSIC OF THE GRATEFUL DEAD)\r\n \r\nPurchase Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/servlet/s/38224406\r\n \r\nYou are cordially invited to celebrate Bob Weir's birthday at the Grey Eagle Music Hall in Asheville on Wednesday, October 14th. This unforgettable evening showcases an all-star lineup of musicians, including Spiro Nicolopoulos, David Mulder, JD Smith, Lee Kram, James Collins, and others, interpreting the legendary music of The Grateful Dead. These players from talented local groups such as the Paper Crowns, Phuncle Sam, Jerry's Dead, Spiro Nicolopoulos Blues Apocalypse!, and Very Jerry Band will unite to honor the Grateful Dead's timeless sound. \r\n","startDate":"2026-10-12T23:00:00.000Z","location":"The Grey Eagle","zip":"28801","organizer":"The Grey Eagle","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.facebook.com/events/2488685181580855/","imageUrl":"https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.99422-6/726548939_1036981185421174_7075874113243607227_n.png?stp=dst-jpg_tt6&cstp=mx1280x768&ctp=s960x960&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=75d36f&_nc_ohc=zwwZWoWjaKwQ7kNvwEsjcI9&_nc_oc=Adrkwrgf-lEQVgArMnZ8MyoIXVrpyp377gsXXwMnxmxgcgFJInQUsfWb90JXJ1_s_mM&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&_nc_gid=l1dlzGKXUE98sJcrxB0K9g&_nc_ss=7b1a0&oh=00_AQOAZ3QVghVsBKnhW315cdsV2-YsSK_u1jCAc-l0qUlXwQ&oe=6AC4A402","tags":["Live Music","Family","Grateful Dead Tribute","Jam Band","All Star Lineup","Standing Room Only","Birthday Celebration"],"aiSummary":"A jam band tribute night celebrating Bob Weir with Grateful Dead classics in a high-energy, standing-room hall atmosphere. All-ages crowd, doors at 6pm and music starting at 7pm.","interestedCount":110,"goingCount":6,"favoriteCount":0,"score":20,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":6,"scoreReason":"One-night Bob Weir birthday tribute at a major local venue; while Grateful Dead/tribute shows happen regularly, this specific themed celebration is effectively annual/one-off. Solid jam-band entertainment with a likely strong regional draw for Deadheads, but not especially 'Asheville weird' beyond standard jam-scene vibes. 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A traveler at heart, Nate has spent much of his life chasing that great abyss and collecting stories along the way. Though he's called many places home, he remains deeply connected to the mountains that raised him. That search for meaning, belonging, something just beyond the next bend, is entangled in his lyrics. Bluegrass and Appalachian traditions anchor the sonic foundation of his music, paired with authentic lyrics that cut deep. Nate references artists like Pete Seeger, Jason Isbell, and The Lumineers, as he aspires to write songs that feel both timeless and personal. Nate released his debut EP Burn My Heart in December 2025, with singles \"Who You Were\" and the title track emerging as fan favorites. He followed the release with \"7 Year Rust,\" and his new songs \"Burning Cold\" and \"Carolina girls\" in May of this year. 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When that ended, he refused to give up and became an indie artist, relying solely on the music and his undeniable gift for crafting relatable songs that led to a devoted fan base he calls the Bonnevilles. He appreciates them so much that he includes them in his artist name. \"They're the reason I'm able to make music,\" he says. 2024 saw Josiah and the Bonnevilles reaching new heights, completing a headlining tour of thirty-three sold-out dates followed by a slew of international stops that proved his global following. He has become known for raw emotion and a profound connection to his audience. This newfound attention has led to much anticipation for his new album - and As Is lives up to the expectations. \"I knew I had a responsibility to try to become a better writer, a better artist,\" he says. \"One day that feels like a blessing, and the next it feels pretty intimidating.\" Instead of reproducing his popular sound from the self produced \"Endurance\", he decided to expand it. \"I think it would have been hard to keep my excitement to go out on the road with another kind of acoustic record.\" His tenth studio album finds him going more electric than ever before, even as he unplugs from the digital world. \"I feel like a grizzled old veteran at this point,\" he says, even though he is only thirty-six. \"I'm desiring quiet, a work space away from the internet.I felt like it was important to pull back this last year and try to understand what's on my heart.\" What he found there resulted in an album focusing on joy, sorrow, and working-class issues that feel very of the moment in a time when so many Americans are struggling to make ends meet. 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Vibrant group discussions foster understanding, challenge perspectives, and spark lively debate. Open to all, regardless of background or expertise, the World Affairs Book Club is a welcoming space to learn, connect, and become more informed global citizens.\n\nBooks to be discussed can be placed on hold through the North Carolina Cardinal system and will be delivered to the Transylvania County Library for you to check out. The group meets from 10:00 am to 11:30 on the third Thursday of most months in the Connestee Conference Room on the second floor of the Library (except when the Library is closed).\n\nSo, pick up a book, grab a coffee, and start a journey to explore the world, one chapter at a time! Contact Hale Durant to confirm titles as discussion titles can change based on book availability . 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This group generally meets the third Thursday of the month at 6 PM. Newcomers are always welcome!\n\nHuge thanks to Jill and to the Friends of the Weaverville Library for sponsoring this wonderful series!\n\nAges: Adult.\n\nHosted by Weaverville Library, Buncombe County Public Libraries.","startDate":"2026-10-15T22:00:00.000Z","location":"Weaverville Library, 41 N Main St, Weaverville NC 28787","zip":"28787","organizer":"Weaverville Library","price":"Free","url":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/event/revisiting-classics-weaverville-library-general-his-labyrinth-gabriel-garcia-marquez-29194","imageUrl":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/sites/default/files/2026-09/general%20in%20his%20labyrinth.jpeg","tags":["Book Club","Education","Community","Latin American Literature","Monthly Discussion","Historical Fiction"],"aiSummary":"A welcoming monthly literary discussion revisits Gabriel García Márquez’s Latin American classic, The General in His Labyrinth, with library checkout copies available beforehand; newcomers can join the ongoing reading series.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":11,"scoreRarity":5,"scoreUnique":4,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"A monthly library book discussion is a worthwhile, recurring literary outing, but it has modest general-audience draw and little distinctly Asheville-weird appeal. 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His shows draw a relaxed crowd, mostly 30s and 40s — a great fit for us. Thanks to Laura for the recommendation — she caught his show here last year and loved it.\n**The Plan:**\n• 6:00 PM — Pre-show drinks at the Burial Beer Co. taproom (40 Collier Ave), a block from the venue — open till 11 PM on Thursdays\n• 7:00 PM — Doors at Eulogy (10 Buxton Ave, next to Urban Orchard Cider) — we'll walk over together and grab a spot\n• Showtime — check your DICE ticket for the exact set time\n**What to Know:**\n• BUY YOUR OWN TICKET ahead of time — Eulogy sells exclusively through DICE, from about $34: https://dice.fm/event/536nbd-noah-gundersen-rites-of-spring-us-tour-fall-2026-15th-oct-eulogy-asheville-tickets\n• Eulogy has a full bar — Burial beer, cocktails, wine, and non-alcoholic options. 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The A and B routes are about 33 and 26 miles respectively through the rolling hills of Leicester / Alexander. The A pace is about 18-19 mph and B about 15-17 mph. Routes are subject to change, but the usual routes are listed below. The route is posted here and on our Facebook page, (this is especially helpful when the route changes). We also have a binder of routes to scan at the shop if you arrive a few minutes early. The B group leaves first and the routes are designed so that everyone returns at roughly the same time. We try to ride in compact group, (2x2) at all times. This allows cars to pass more safely and easily and provides a draft for all but the leading riders. To help keep the group together, we ask the stronger riders to take it easy up the climbs and over the top. Once everyone is back in the group, we can increase the pace on the flat or downhill sections. We occasionally stop to regroup, but ideally we maintain a reasonable pace and no one gets dropped so there's no need to stop. When we stop, Please get all the way off the road! Also, be ready to roll once the stragglers approach as they won’t stop, (unless there are cars behind them). We don’t want cars separating our group. 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We do not play in rain, temps below 40F, or other adverse weather conditions. Keep on eye on the weather and check group updates to stay informed. ** Waitlisted players, please still consider attending! We only sit players if games have reached capacity. That’s 12v12 for one court and 11v11 for 2 courts. We usually have less people at the beginning after setup (~7:15pm) and the end of the night (after 9pm). That said, we are growing in attendance so play time is not guaranteed for the waitlist and those who do not sign up. Ready to dodge, duck, dip, dive, and dodge? Come show us what you got with Asheville’s weekly pick-up dodgeball group! We're hosting open play on Thursday night at Asheville Sports Club. We are all about having a great time and getting that adrenaline pumping! Friendly competition is always welcome but fun, safety, and respect for all players are the top priorities. We use squishy rubber dodgeballs that are fun to throw and catch but can sting with enough velocity so no headshots are allowed. Throws should aim at your target’s shoulders or lower. No experience is necessary - we'll teach you the rules. Open to adults 21 and up (bring your ID!). We’re sorry but we cannot accommodate teens or children because there is alcohol on the premises and no one wants to be the person who accidentally hurts a kid. Sign waivers at the bar before playing and enjoy a beverage between games. Rules of the game are covered at the start of the event so please be there at 7pm to learn our format. We loosely follow the USA Dodgeball ruleset with some exceptions to help new players adapt to the game more quickly. Check out our brief rules and expectations summary attached as photos to this Meetup. Here’s an approximate schedule for this event depending on when people arrive: 6:50 - 7:10pm* - Set up courts and mingle - help with set up is appreciated! 7:10 - 7:15pm - Rules and announcements 7:15 - 9:30pm - Play! *If we have enough people once setup is done, we’ll jump into rules and announcements early. We need at least 8 players to start a game, so take advantage of the daylight and try to arrive right at the beginning! Since this is a free event, the more community support we can gather, the better experience everyone will have, especially for the organizers! If you'd like to help, please arrive early or stay late to assist with set up and breakdown. This is a free community offering, however, if you are feeling generous, donations are welcomed to help support and expand our group. We take donations through Pledge here in Meetup or Venmo (dodgeballavl). Cash of course is great too and more effective as there are no platform fees. 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That band configuration is often referred to as one of the \"classic lineups of the Bluegrass Cardinals\". Larry also credits the rich music scene of Virginia and Washington, DC for much of his musical success, having seen and heard the first generation bluegrass performers in person and on radio. While Larry Stephenson is best know as a touring musician whose voice sets a standard of melody, clarity and storytelling, he has had an active and well-awarded recording career. Starting his recording career for Webco Records of Virginia and then 18 years with Pinecastle Records, releasing 18 albums during that period. Signature songs in Larry Stephenson's vast catalog in that period include \"Patches\", \"Yes, I See God\", \"Clinch Mountain Mystery\", \"Many Hills Of Time\", \"The Knoxville Girl\", \"The Knoxville Boy\", \"The Pretty Blue Dress\", \" I Should've Called\" and \"The Violet And The Rose\". 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If online, please mute your audio during the guided meditation and talk.\n\nLocation\n\nMindSpring Building\n966 Tunnel Road, Asheville, NC 28805\n\nPlease Donate ($10 Suggested)\n\nWe need your generosity now more than ever before. Please hit the Donate Button to your right and donate whatever you can afford. Or become one of our monthly sustaining donars. (The suggested minimum donation is $10, but no one is turned away for lack of funds.)\n\nGroup Meditation Guidelines\n\n* Arrive several minutes early. 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Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to check in at the cafe counter.**\n\n**COST:** **Adults ~ $12 plus tax = $14.23 total (no senior discount 😞)**\n\n**BOOK YOUR RESERVATION:** **You must book your reservation online for the tours are popular and limited in space. If you plan on going please book now!! Be sure you book the** **BEAN TO BAR CHOCOLATE FACTORY TOUR for October 16, Friday at 1:00 PM.** **After you book then RSVP here on this meetup**\n**event.** **Book your reservation on website below. ⬇️ By the way, it was a bit confusing for me to find the tour to book (it may be for you, too) just look at the top of the page for tours. If you still can’t get it please call me or call the factory direct and have them book you. Good luck!**\n\n**WEBSITE:** **www.frenchbroadchocolates.com**\n\n**GIFTSHOP & STORE:** **In case you want to buy chocolate for your friends & family ~ or extras for yourself!**\n\n**CAFE:** **After the tour we can stop in the factory cafe for even more chocolate (Yes!), baked goods, bonbons, ice cream, coffee or wine. ☕️ 🍷 Menu is online at the above website.**\n\n**PARKING: 🅿️** **Parking is free and on-site right next to the building. How convenient! There is handicapped parking available and a ramp up to the factory building.**\n\n**PETS:** **🐶** **Sorry ~ no pets allowed except certified service animals.**\n\n**I hope you will come join me. I’ve been wanting to do this tour for a long time. 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If you’d like to listen to her sets visit [https://soundcloud.com/sara-bensman](https://soundcloud.com/sara-bensman)\n\n\\~\\~\\~\n\n\\*\\* Please note that the dance starts at Warm up. The doors close promptly at Opening Circle and any that come late will be turned away. Please be on time to ensure a safe and secure container. \\*\\*\nTicket Prices: $15 - $30 or name your price.\n\nNo one turned away for lack of funds!\nPre-registration Recommended:\n\nVOLUNTEER!\n\nWe need volunteers. Volunteer and dance for free! Register to volunteer at:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMFZWQ0ZzTmFlam10YUN0RXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4XGdFINP8qUH1XAETf8I71UKxgUcbNb_LMLwgnJWEzr2I_3ELhDttUv2i1OA_aem_nrjKIXdVB1pootRUE4YAfA)\n\nIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:\n\nDoor will close at the beginning of the opening circle. Please note: NO ENTRY AFTER OPENING CIRCLE BOTH WAVES!\n\nCollective agreements:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMFZWQ0ZzTmFlam10YUN0RXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4XGdFINP8qUH1XAETf8I71UKxgUcbNb_LMLwgnJWEzr2I_3ELhDttUv2i1OA_aem_nrjKIXdVB1pootRUE4YAfA)\n\nAbout AMC:\nAsheville Movement Collective envisions a world that moves in harmony where all are free to be their authentic selves within a loving community. Our mission and aim are to inspire authenticity and healthy community through free-form dance by hosting dance waves for personal and community transformation. 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When Annie discovers that Paul has killed off her favorite character in his latest manuscript, his situation goes from dire to something much worse. 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On Ain’t Dead Yet, he expands that hallmark into his most personal chapter yet, documenting a profound period of change and a hard-won second chance. \n \nCECILIA CASTLEMAN\nSinger-songwriter Cecilia Castleman, 24, continues to captivate audiences with her\nintrospective songwriting and mesmerizing performances. With a string of recent\naccomplishments under her belt, including successful tours alongside Patrick Droney and\nMarcus King and a collaboration with Benjamin Francis Leftwich, Cecilia is poised for another\ngroundbreaking year.\nIn addition to her touring success, Cecilia's influence extends to the digital realm, with a Rick\nBeato video featuring her work amassing over 1m views. Her debut single, \"Lonely Nights, \"\ngarnered widespread acclaim after being premiered by Apple's Zane Lowe and her dynamic\nguitar playing has drawn praise from John Mayer himself. Cecilia's debut album, out now under\nGlassnote Records, promises to showcase her timeless sound inspired by The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, and Bonnie Raitt.\nHer talent has not gone unnoticed in the industry, as evidenced by her inclusion in Fender\nNext's Class of 2023. 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Bask in the wise presence of the Trees as you remember your roots and reunite with Mother Earth, the mother of us all.**\n\nThe wisdom of trees and magic of the lush forest await you! Join us in the woods for nature connection, wisdom, silence & sharing.\n\nWe will immerse into nature together in a beautiful mature forest on a mountainside in Weaverville to experience whatever wisdom and magic this early Fall evening offers us.\n\nPlease bring a notebook and a pen and a blanket or camping chair to sit on as we will spend some time sitting in a circle on the earth together. We will be spending 25 minutes of discussion, orienting us to our connection with the trees, then 20 minutes of quiet time walking in and listening to nature. We will then write what we experienced and join together to share those experiences.\n\nWholesome organic chicken salad will be offered for $10 per serving. (This is an extra cost, so bring cash for this on=site purchase.) Alternatively, you are welcome to bring your own light lunch.\n\nWe will meet in the parking area.\n\nDonations are appreciated and can be sent to [Adam and Erin](https://www.venmo.com/u/TraditionalHealer). In addition, when you register, you will be asked to pay a small amount for materials.\n\nThis event will take place on a mountain 25 minutes' drive north of Asheville, NC.\n\n*This event was originally founded with the premiere forest conservation group in the Southeast region, Dogwood Alliance.*\n\n**Remember to bring/wear...**\n\n1. hiking shoes/boots, long pants and socks (There may be some poison ivy along the way.)\n2. water bottle\n3. light chair or blanket for sitting\n4. money if you want to purchase the food option or make a [donation](https://www.venmo.com/u/TraditionalHealer \"https://www.venmo.com/u/TraditionalHealer\")\n5. jacket or sweater for the weather (raincoat)\n6. hat if it's rainy, cool, or sunny\n7. hiking poles if you like to use them. (This will be a short hike.)\n8. optional bowl and spoon if you plan on purchasing food and want to save on paper-ware\n\n[Learn more about workshop facilitators, Adam and Erin.](https://www.seedsoftradition.org/bios \"https://www.seedsoftradition.org/bios\")\n\n\\-\\-\\-\\-\nWho are the facilitators?\n\nHusband and wife Adam Laufer and Erin Everett open you to the message of [Way of the Dove](https://wayofthedove.org), an expression of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The Mesoamerican lineage that trained these healers brings forth the Sixth Sun, a new era of Hope and Heart. Join them to catch this wave rising up to bring the blessings of a new dawn to our world.\n\nNature honoring and connection (like this event) and traditional folk healing help us all to open to the rays of blessing and transformation this special time brings us.\n\nAdam and Erin offer personal healing sessions, nature honoring workshops, and healing vacation retreats at their sacred traditional altar and their log cabin sanctuary on a lush, forested mountain just north of the holistic and wellness hub Asheville, NC.","startDate":"2026-10-17T14:30:00.000Z","location":"Weaverville, Weaverville, NC","zip":"28804","organizer":"Asheville Nature, Wisdom and Wellness Events and Retreats","price":"$15","url":"https://www.meetup.com/asheville-wellness-and-wisdom-events/events/316234012/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/d/7/a/600_534576218.jpeg","tags":["Outdoors","Wellness","Spiritual","Forest Bathing","Nature Connection","Guided Hike","Silent Reflection","Early Fall"],"aiSummary":"A short guided hike into a mature Appalachian mountainside forest in Weaverville blends forest bathing, quiet presence with trees, and nature-based reflection. 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Just minutes from the Biltmore Estate & Downtown, our taproom is a gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. We regularly host live music and entertainment in our taproom, making French Broad River Brewery a lively hub of local activity. From bluegrass to reggae, there’s always something happening. Check out our Events Page to see what’s coming up next! No brewery experience is complete without great food. That’s why we offer French Broad River Pizza, serving up hot, hand-tossed pizzas made to order. 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The event will feature free costumes, recycling resources, and a Creature Lab crafting station.","startDate":"2026-10-17T16:00:00.000Z","location":"Stephens-Lee Community Center, 30 George Washington Carver Ave., Asheville NC 28801","zip":"28801","organizer":"Buncombe County","price":"Free","url":"https://www.buncombenc.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=10900","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Crafts","Holiday","Community","Upcycling","Costume Exchange","Creature Lab"],"aiSummary":"Trade pre-loved Halloween costumes and explore creative reuse at a hands-on Creature Lab crafting station. 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Their music pairs effortlessly with the relaxed brunch setting, turning an ordinary day into something memorable. The all-new brunch menu is absolutely something to be excited about! French Broad River Pizza will be serving up a mix of breakfast and lunch favorites designed to pair perfectly with a chill afternoon in the taproom. French Broad River Brewery is more than just a place to enjoy a drink—it’s a community hub where great beer, delicious pizza, live music, and good times come together. Just minutes from the Biltmore Estate & Downtown, our taproom is a gathering spot for locals and visitors alike. We regularly host live music and entertainment in our taproom, making French Broad River Brewery a lively hub of local activity. From bluegrass to reggae, there’s always something happening. Check out our Events Page to see what’s coming up next! No brewery experience is complete without great food. 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Fun and approachable but essentially a standard song circle/open-jam in a brewery, so uniqueness and draw stay local. Strong meet-people mechanics because participants actively take turns leading songs and chatting between tunes.","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":8,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T06:07:49.352Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-27T06:07:49.352Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:59.625Z"},{"id":"c1114f17-86b1-4e29-a358-81d25fa6b7ce","sourceId":"bc-11158","source":"BUNCOMBE_COUNTY","title":"Fall-O-Ween","description":"Play some games, paint a pumpkin, and show off your costume at the festival.","startDate":"2026-10-17T17:00:00.000Z","location":"Lake Julian Park, 37 Lake Julian Road Arden NC 28704","zip":"28704","organizer":"Buncombe County","price":"Free","url":"https://www.buncombenc.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=11158","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Family","Holiday","Crafts","Community","Pumpkin Painting","Costume Showcase","Outdoor Festival"],"aiSummary":"Celebrate autumn with playful games, hands-on pumpkin painting, and a chance to show off creative costumes at a festive outdoor gathering in the park.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":16,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"A likely annual fall festival is a limited seasonal opportunity, with family-friendly games, pumpkin painting, and costumes offering solid but conventional entertainment. 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The spooky plant theme adds a creative twist, while the teen-only audience and small library setting keep its draw modest. Making together offers some social interaction, but it is not designed primarily for meeting new people.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:53.525Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:53.525Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:51.757Z"},{"id":"3aa56b25-a0c2-40d3-a970-11f0ca60e143","sourceId":"mx-10156933","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"Tulle Talk: A Monthly Meetup Group for Performers","description":"A monthly meetup for drag, fire and burlesque dancers to cultivate a community around stories, learning and sharing what we can! There will possibly be a clothing swap, ice breaking intros, and more!! 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Performer-focused drag/burlesque/fire community meetup with storytelling + potential clothing swap is a high-concept, very Asheville offering (unique 7, Asheville weird 8). Likely a small-to-medium local scene gathering rather than a big public draw (magnitude 4). Built-in icebreakers, skill-sharing, and swapping make it extremely conducive to meeting people (social 9).","scoreAshevilleWeird":8,"scoreSocial":9,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T06:07:49.352Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-27T06:07:49.352Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T21:59:59.625Z"},{"id":"3fcfff65-51bd-411d-8d0c-4f6da513406c","sourceId":"1263741622505467","source":"FACEBOOK","title":"Womyn Rising Celebration - Artisan Market, Concert, & Community Gathering ","description":"Womyn Rising Celebration\nArtisan Market, Concert, & Community Gathering\nSaturday, October 17th\n2pm - 7pm\nFree and open to everyone ~\n\nWe are very excited to highlight womyn-led artisans, small businesses, non-profits, and musicians at this event. Musical guests, Abby Bryant and her band will play two soul-roots sets. Sunnie Rae will open up the event with her bluegrass tunes. There will be 40+ local artisan vendors with a variety of art, goods, and wares for you to shop and support. Food trucks, baked goods, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available. The Hellbender bars will also be open for alcoholic beverages during the event. We will have a Womyn's relaxation area (hosted by Arete) with massage, tarot, henna, and more to fully pamper and enjoy. A kid's area will include crafts, face painting, and fairy hair. A collection of local womyn-focused non-profits and small businesses will also be present to showcase their offerings. \n\nThe idea for the Womyn Rising Celebration came post-Helene and current political climate, feeling the need to support womyn-led artisan/makers, businesses, musicians, and non-profits that may be struggling. We wanted to highlight the talent and fierce determination of making a difference in our sweet mountain communities. The \"womyn\" spelling comes from a 1970s movement and our goal is to be inclusive of all female-identifying persons in WNC. While the event participants are solely female-identifying, the celebration is open and welcoming to everyone (male, female, LGBTQA+, children, whomever - just bring the love) and we look forward to the community showing up to support all of these amazing womyn-led offerings.\n\nList of Artisan Vendors:\n-HoneyCreek Pottery (Organizer)\n-Handmade Mama's Minis (Organizer)\n-Erika Busse Art\n-Clark Stitch\n-New Moon Studio\n-She's Crafty\n-Amy Vs Fabric\n-Deona Fish Art\n-Sister of Mother Earth\n-Iris' Folk Medicinals\n-Well Seasoned Table\n-Looking Glass Creations\n-Grateful Dreamer\n-Mutta Designs\n-Mary Rivera Art\n-River Thrush Studio\n-Knot Just Plants\n-Wise Earth Botanicals\n-The Glass Portal - Erin Cartee Glass\n-Katie Kummerrer Art\n-The Kinked Chain\n-Mallory Nuckols\n-Sprited Collections\n-Solita Designs\n-Moondala Dyes\n-Full Moon Tea Company\n-Griftown Goods\n-Lost Girls Creations\n-SJK Ceramics\n-Period Nirvana\n-Hollywood Dyes\n-Geneva Puryear\n-Thistle Owl Studio\n-Brin Kara Designs\n-Jackrabbit Illustrations\n-Running Doe Art\n-Zeilman Glass\n-Mountain Butterfly \n-Wisp and Pen\n-Phase Creations\n-Days Between Dyes\n-Fairy Freaks\n-Asheville Face Painting, Fairy Hair\n\nFood Truck/Vendors:\n-The Garden Food Truck\n-Never Blue Food Truck\n-Roam Coffee & Bakery\n-Budgies Bakeshop \n\nNon-profits and Community Partners:\n-BelovedAsheville\n-The Booth Fairy \n-Mtn Pet Rescue\n-Arete\n-The Pearl- Womyn Group\n-East Acupuncture Wellness\n-Evolving Spirit Advocacy\n-Sommer Raines Massage\n-Asheville Farmstead School (kids' area)\n\n**Only Heather (Handmade Mama's Minis) or Ashley (HoneyCreek Pottery) will correspond on vendor opportunities. Please avoid scammer situations by knowing your host contacts.","startDate":"2026-10-17T18:00:00.000Z","location":"Hellbender by The Orange Peel","zip":"28803","organizer":"Hellbender","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.facebook.com/events/1263741622505467/","imageUrl":"https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.99422-6/784351534_1611949347226035_6743804170546366545_n.png?stp=dst-jpg_tt6&cstp=mx2048x1426&ctp=s960x960&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=75d36f&_nc_ohc=Q5urpxmpxQ0Q7kNvwHKwpnz&_nc_oc=AdrbCozynHVXhetSI2hkI_G_QhC5vuUfGjJHOznwisa50oHZl67SkQFA7fpQH03v3Mc&_nc_zt=14&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&_nc_gid=BX7USVWoaNGFtGuTlCsfIg&_nc_ss=7b1a0&oh=00_AQOP_3aZZvmJ8rVluP0Tind4w3BLgpgVk-ZJfkldqH3p9A&oe=6AC4B653","tags":["Markets","Community","Women Led Makers","Artisan Vendors","Small Businesses","Nonprofit Booths","Community Celebration"],"aiSummary":"Afternoon artisan market celebrating womyn led makers, small businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations in a lively indoor venue. Browse vendor booths, discover local goods, and connect with mission driven groups.","interestedCount":372,"goingCount":61,"favoriteCount":0,"score":19,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Appears to be a one-off, date-specific womyn-led artisan market at Hellbender (no same-venue cadence shown), making it fairly missable. It’s a solid, themed community market with broader appeal than a standard pop-up, but not especially high-concept or ‘Asheville weird.’ Likely a mid-sized local draw with good casual mingling as people browse booths and talk with makers/nonprofits.","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-26T23:09:17.211Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-26T23:09:17.211Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:08:56.619Z"},{"id":"5e870852-77c7-4c02-912d-ec05d20e0f64","sourceId":"ea-43795-9","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"Open Studio for families","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-17T18:00:00.000Z","location":"Light + Love Arts, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Light + Love Arts","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/asheville/events/open-studio-families#2026-10-17","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a7da-c2f4-8d80-74fddd5496ee-w-5548h-4161-df6db4-img5404.jpeg","tags":["Art","Family","Community","Open Studio","Hands On Creating","Drop In Session","Studio Space","Kid Friendly"],"aiSummary":"Drop-in open studio time geared for families to create together with a mix of self-directed, hands-on artmaking. A relaxed community studio vibe where kids and caregivers can explore materials at their own pace.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-13T06:07:45.845Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-13T06:07:45.845Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:20.858Z"},{"id":"5fb7f7a0-fc2a-484f-bf08-852aa2402d8d","sourceId":"316527264","source":"MEETUP","title":"AVLH3 #869 - National Pornographic gets 69'ed","description":"**WHERE**: Azalea Road Dog Park\n\n**WHEN**: Saturday, 17 Oct. Gather at 2PM. Hare away at 2:30PM.\n\n**HARE**: National Pornographic\n\n**HASH CASH**: $8\n\n**SHIGGY LEVE**L: 69\n\n**DETAILS / VIBE**: 69, 66, 99, 34.5...\n\nNational Pornographic is creeping up on the age he looks. So, this creepy and perverted hasher wishes to celebrate with an old-school hash. This means leaving your inhibitions and morals at home, accepting that it may get rowdy and that you bend over to tie your shoelaces at your own peril!\n\nSo please nobody under 21, prudes and those of a nervous disposition.\n\nAlso, this will be JtR's \"send off\" trail... :-(\n\nON-ON!\nThe Shittiest Hare on Earth [FYYFF JtR]","startDate":"2026-10-17T18:00:00.000Z","location":"Azalea Road Dog Park, 498 State Rd 2754, Asheville, NC 28805, USA, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Asheville Hash House Harriers (AVLH3)","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/avlh3-on-on/events/316527264/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/1/8/8/6/600_535986278.jpeg","tags":["Outdoors","Pets","Community","Nightlife","Hash Run","Adult Humor","Trail Running","Dog Park Meetup","Rowdy Vibe"],"aiSummary":"Raucous, adult-humor hash run with a marked trail from Azalea Road Dog Park, mixing trail running and playful shiggy in an old school Harriers style. Expect irreverent antics, a rowdy social vibe, and a small cash contribution at the start.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":14,"scoreRarity":3,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"This is part of the Asheville Hash House Harriers’ regular cadence (similar hashes appear weekly on Sep 20, Oct 3, Oct 10), so it’s missable-but-not-rare. It scores high on ‘main character’ irreverent/adult-humor trail antics and strong Asheville-weird energy, with lots of built-in mingling before/after the run. Draw is likely a moderate local crowd rather than a citywide headliner.","scoreAshevilleWeird":8,"scoreSocial":8,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-18T00:07:35.493Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-18T00:07:35.493Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:18.581Z"},{"id":"96d08257-27e7-4b5b-9748-cc465e7e8f6b","sourceId":"ea-44932","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"Luke Deuce","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-17T18:00:00.000Z","location":"Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., Fletcher, NC","zip":"28704","organizer":"Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/fletcher/events/luke-deuce","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a7d4-c435-5fde-6de2a489dd87-w-768h-576-e2a73a-luke.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Beer","Nightlife","Brewery Taproom","Singer Songwriter","Acoustic Set","Early Evening Show"],"aiSummary":"A relaxed brewery taproom set built around singer songwriter originals and acoustic crowd favorites. Craft pints and a lively early evening vibe make it an easy kickoff for a Saturday night in Fletcher.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":10,"scoreRarity":2,"scoreUnique":4,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"Sierra Nevada taproom live music appears to run nearly weekly (often multiple weekends in a row), so this acoustic singer-songwriter set is not very missable. It’s solid, approachable brewery entertainment but not high-concept or particularly ‘Asheville weird.’ Draw is typical for a brewery show (local/regional act, casual crowd). Social vibe is moderate since people mingle at tables/bar before and between songs.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-10T18:08:19.289Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-10T18:08:19.289Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:23.716Z"},{"id":"ae9aed36-9936-4664-a7aa-01d1540d051e","sourceId":"library-bcpl-28708","source":"LIBRARY","title":"Pop, Trace, Unwind! A Low-Stress Watercolor and Doodle Workshop","description":"Join us for a relaxing 90-minute sensory art session designed to quiet your mind and soothe your nervous system using soap bubbles and vibrant watercolor.\n\nAll materials (paper, paint, soap, and archival pens) are provided for the workshop. This workshop is free but registration is required .\n\nWhat You'll Experience:\n\nBrain & body relief: Learn how creative play lowers stress hormones and calms anxiety.\n\nHands-on creation: Master the bubble-wash technique to generate effortless visual textures.\n\nMindful detailing: Turn random shapes into meditative and playful ink designs.\n\nThis class is facilitated by Evelyn Dufner: Existential Artist, Educator, MA Mental Health\n\nAges: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Tween (ages 10-12).\n\nRegistration required: https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/event/pop-trace-unwind-low-stress-watercolor-and-doodle-workshop-28708\n\nHosted by Leicester Library, Buncombe County Public Libraries.","startDate":"2026-10-17T18:00:00.000Z","location":"Leicester Library, 1561 Alexander Rd, Leicester NC 28748","zip":"28748","organizer":"Leicester Library","price":"Free","url":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/event/pop-trace-unwind-low-stress-watercolor-and-doodle-workshop-28708","imageUrl":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/sites/default/files/2026-09/Bubble%20Art%20Insta%201.png","tags":["Art","Wellness","Education","Bubble Wash","Watercolor","Stress Relief"],"aiSummary":"Explore playful watercolor textures with soap bubbles and archival pen doodles in a calming, hands-on session. Creative experimentation supports stress relief, anxiety reduction, and nervous system soothing.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":17,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":3,"scoreReason":"A specific, apparently one-time workshop, though similar art classes are available around Asheville. The playful bubble-and-watercolor activity is engaging but modest in scale; its hands-on format encourages some interaction, while the library setting is not especially Asheville-weird.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:53.526Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:53.526Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:28.072Z"},{"id":"cc4b5b43-2018-4878-a261-d6e6b1205fd2","sourceId":"ea-45694","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"Live music at the Funk with Todd Cecil and Dirt Yard Choir","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-17T18:00:00.000Z","location":"Wicked Weed Funkatorium, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Wicked Weed Funkatorium","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/asheville/events/live-music-funk-todd-cecil-and-dirt-yard-choir","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a7c1-ce12-2acc-a5f19b4413ca-w-1024h-768-d79645-915a7868.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Beer","Brewpub Venue","Evening Show","Local Bands"],"aiSummary":"An energetic evening set in a bustling brewpub taproom with Todd Cecil and Dirt Yard Choir, pairing amplified band sounds with fresh pours and a lively weekend crowd at the Funkatorium.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":13,"scoreRarity":4,"scoreUnique":4,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Live music in a popular brewpub is solid but common in Asheville. Similar Funkatorium/Brewpub music programming appears weekly-ish (e.g., 10/17 then 10/24), making it moderately missable but not rare. Draw is a lively local weekend crowd with regional/local bands rather than a major headliner. Good for casual socializing at the bar/taproom, but not an explicitly facilitated mixer.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-25T04:06:39.739Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-25T04:06:39.739Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:23.716Z"},{"id":"e2f4d15e-48a9-40b8-bce3-c93588d2dea8","sourceId":"ea-43114","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"Asheville Symphony Masterworks 2: Nightfall","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-17T18:00:00.000Z","location":"First Baptist Church, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"First Baptist Church","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/asheville/events/asheville-symphony-masterworks-2-nightfall","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a730-c27a-61f6-fcd4a8535262-w-3992h-2994-92c569-alex0078avramchuk20250412144011510-1.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Community","Classical Orchestra","Symphony Masterworks","Evening Concert","Church Venue"],"aiSummary":"Orchestral masterworks unfold in a resonant church sanctuary with a dusk toned, “Nightfall” program and full symphony textures. An early evening concert atmosphere suited for classical listeners and local arts patrons.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":18,"scoreRarity":5,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":7,"scoreReason":"Masterworks concerts appear to run on a roughly monthly cadence (e.g., Aug 8 → Sep 26 → Oct 17), making this missable but not rare. A full symphony masterworks program is high-quality, broadly appealing arts entertainment with solid regional draw, but it’s conventional rather than ‘Asheville weird’ and is mostly a seated, low-interaction concert experience.","scoreAshevilleWeird":2,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T00:06:23.628Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-04T00:06:23.628Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:23.716Z"},{"id":"2a3ebf7c-1aa9-48ff-b800-9680fae7f624","sourceId":"ta-15414-1792263600000","source":"THEATER_ALLIANCE","title":"Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors","description":"About the Show Ever wondered what would happen if you took Bram Stoker’s legendary vampire tale and put it into a blender with Mel Brooks, Monty Python, and The 39 Steps? That’s just what happens in this lightning-fast, laugh-out-loud, 90-minute, gender-bending romp. When her sister Mina falls ill with a mysterious disease of the blood, Lucy Westfeldt and her fiancé, Jonathan Harker, enlist the help of famed female vampire hunter Doctor Jean Van Helsing. Their hunt for the dangerous and sexy Count Dracula abounds with clever wordplay and quick-change antics. Five actors play over a dozen roles in this bloodcurdlingly hilarious send-up of the literary classic. 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A famed female Van Helsing leads a blood-mystery hunt packed with rapid-fire gags and campy thrills.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-01T18:07:31.976Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-01T18:07:31.976Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:25.893Z"},{"id":"98e281d1-2f0b-4beb-8ee3-f8c1222f364d","sourceId":"316739439","source":"MEETUP","title":"Sonic Journey Through Sound","description":"**Start Your Work Week with a Sound Meditation:**\n[Every Weekend @ 11am & 3pm](https://somaticsounds.net/events/)\n**\\* $26 to reserve please use the event link** [https://somaticsounds.net/events/](https://somaticsounds.net/events/)\n\nSonic Journey Through Sound\nCome experience a somatic journey where ancient wisdom meets modern well-being — a multidimensional soundscape, richer and more textured than a traditional sound bath. Vivek guides each session with over 40 handcrafted singing bowls, layered with binaural beats to support deep relaxation and nervous system regulation. Participants leave feeling settled in the body and quiet in the mind.\n\nYoga mats, pillows, and blankets are provided.\n\nThis event is open to all levels—whether you’re a seasoned mindfulness enthusiast, exploring a novel path to relaxation, or simply seeking stress relief.\n\n\\*\\* $26 to Reserve a spot please use Event Link or Contact Vivek\n**[Every Weekend @ 11am & 3pm](https://somaticsounds.net/events/)**\n\n#soundhealing #soundbath #meditation","startDate":"2026-10-17T19:00:00.000Z","location":"157 South Lexington Avenue, 157 South Lexington Avenue, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Inner Peace Collective","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/inner-peace-collective/events/316739439/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/e/e/1/600_535456097.jpeg","tags":["Wellness","Meditation","Spiritual","Sound Meditation","Singing Bowls","Somatic Journey","Guided Session","Ancient Wisdom"],"aiSummary":"A textured, multidimensional sound meditation blending ancient wisdom with modern well being in a somatic journey. Guided by Vivek using 40+ handcrafted singing bowls to create layered resonance and deep relaxation.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-28T12:08:19.269Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-28T12:08:19.269Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:18.581Z"},{"id":"cd0ab811-d3f8-44b2-8cbf-70dde2c6c2d3","sourceId":"library-bcpl-28803","source":"LIBRARY","title":"Upbeat: An Intro to Rhythm and Drumming at the Weaverville Library","description":"We are SO excited to welcome The Rhythmic Arts Project of Asheville (or TRAP) back to the Weaverville Library! Have fun while learning the foundations of rhythm and drumming in this hands on workshop.\n\nAll ages are welcome. Child participants need to be accompanied by adults. We have drums to share or you may bring your own. Space is limited. Please call 828-250-6482 to save a spot today.\n\nHuge thanks to TRAP of Asheville and to the Friends of the Weaverville Library for sponsoring this exciting event.\n\nAges: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages), Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Tween (ages 10-12).\n\nHosted by Weaverville Library, Buncombe County Public Libraries.","startDate":"2026-10-17T19:00:00.000Z","location":"Weaverville Library, 41 N Main St, Weaverville NC 28787","zip":"28787","organizer":"Weaverville Library","price":"Free","url":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/event/upbeat-intro-rhythm-and-drumming-weaverville-library-28803","imageUrl":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/sites/default/files/2026-09/Intro%20to%20Rhythm%20and%20Drumming%20sq%20%281%29.png","tags":["Education","Family","Community Drumming","Beginner Friendly","Percussion Workshop"],"aiSummary":"Learn rhythm foundations through a hands-on drumming workshop with shared drums or your own instrument. 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Your ticket serves as your reservation and will be required for admission.\n\nReserve Free ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hunter-root-trio-tickets-1992083544507\n\n\n\nHunter Root Bio: Few artists embody the spirit of creative exploration as seamlessly as Pennsylvania-based multi-instrumentalist Hunter Root. His journey is a tale of passion and resilience, and his success is a testament to his intuition and his unique musical vision.\n\nRaised in an environment steeped in classic rock, Hunter’s musical foundation was built alongside his older brother who introduced him to guitar, and opened his eyes to the power of songwriting. As a founding member of the psychedelic rock outfit Medusa’s Disco, Hunter honed his skills on stage, and gained invaluable insight into the labyrinthine workings of the music industry.\n\nEmbracing a genre-fluid approach, Hunter’s music weaves together elements of acoustic rock, folk, grunge, and more. His approach to songwriting has evolved over the years, shifting from a lyric-centric process to a music-first methodology. This shift has allowed Hunter to match emotive soundscapes with the narrative potency of his songs, yielding compositions rich in both meaning and emotion. He employs a similarly immersive approach to music production. He writes, records, mixes, and produces all his albums, an uncompromising process that is both demanding and gratifying.\n\nHunter’s personal experiences heavily influence his music. His acclaimed 2023 album, ‘Arkansas’, was created as a tribute following the passing of his older brother in 2020, beautifully encapsulating his introspection. Despite calling Central Pennsylvania home, the four years he spent in Arkansas during his youth had a profound impact on his artistry. 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HART’s fully immersive production of Andrew Lippa’s The Wild Party transforms the Fangmeyer Theater into a sultry, jazz-drenched speakeasy, with the bar open all night and audience members free to move, mingle, and experience the action up close. Lovers Queenie and Burrs, both vaudeville performers, throw the party-to-end-all-parties, attracting a dazzling crowd living on the edge. When Queenie’s wandering eye meets the mysterious Black, passions ignite and jealousy erupts, sending the night spiraling toward danger and betrayal. With a thrilling score, seductive choreography, and razor-sharp storytelling, this bold, intoxicating, and unforgettable production makes you more than a spectator—you’re living the wild party. Bold, thrilling, and intended for adult audiences. 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Twenty brand new songs, born from endless miles in pursuit of a dream. Formed in Nashville in the early 2000s while performing as side-men with stalwarts of the bluegrass community, the band members soaked up every influence like musical sponges. Their friendships, paired with a shared drive to create their own music and master their own destiny, inevitably led to the birth of The Infamous Stringdusters. Alongside Chris Pandolfi (banjo), Travis Book (double bass), Jeremy Garrett (fiddle), Andy Hall (dobro), and Andy Falco (guitar), the group continues to fearlessly blur the boundaries between bluegrass, Americana, country, and indie-folk. At its core, 20/20 represents a defining chapter for the Stringdusters, who embody sonic exploration and boundless curiosity while holding fast to musical tradition—whether under the bright stage lights or deep within the studio. Founded in 2005, Pisgah is known for producing some of the most sought after craft ales in Western North Carolina. 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When Annie discovers that Paul has killed off her favorite character in his latest manuscript, his situation goes from dire to something much worse. 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Blanton and her road-tested band deploy humor, camaraderie, and considerable musical muscle to enroll each audience in a rare vision of hope and solidarity. In addition to writing and performing music, Carsie works as a political organizer and activist. In fall of 2025, she participated in the Global Sumud Flotilla, a direct action to bring humanitarian aid to Gaza by sailboat. In early October, after a month at sea, she was imprisoned in Israel for five days along with hundreds of her comrades. Soon after, Blanton released The Little Flame, a song of solidarity covered widely on social media during her detention. The Little Flame features background vocals from Irish band Ye Vagabonds and Carsie's Palestinian/New Zealander prison-mate Rana Hamida, and appears on her latest album, The Red Album Vol II. 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Dan‘s musical journey has taken him overseas, where he has shared the stage and his soul-infused melodies with fans around the world. Known as the modern-day piano man, Dan Signor’s solo performances are a unique blend of rock, incorporating not only his masterful piano skills but also his soulful, raspy vocals, acoustic guitar, and his signature percussive kick drum.","startDate":"2026-10-18T01:00:00.000Z","location":"Shiloh & Gaines, 700 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC","zip":"28803","organizer":"Shiloh & Gaines","price":"Unknown","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/jamie-hendrickson-quartet/","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Jazz Quartet","Funk Fusion","Auspicious Golden Fish","Intimate Cocktail Room"],"aiSummary":"Soulful jazz quartet blends tight interplay with danceable funk grooves from members of Auspicious Golden Fish and Yo Mama's Big Fat Booty Band, heating Shiloh & Gaines' low-lit cocktail room with improvisational jams.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":12,"scoreRarity":4,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":3,"scoreReason":"One-night local jazz/funk quartet in an intimate cocktail room — notable for members of local bands but a typical small-venue gig and easily missable among frequent similar shows.","scoreAshevilleWeird":5,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-01-01T18:02:42.588Z","updatedAt":"2026-01-01T18:02:42.588Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:00.313Z"},{"id":"8af9e7d9-85db-4f57-9ad7-543f0a319a4b","sourceId":"amh-luna","source":"ASHEVILLE_MUSIC_HALL","title":"Luna","description":"Que suene la banda y no pare la cumbia!Este 17 de octubre. 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Expect high-energy improvisational jams and an eclectic four-piece lineup in a 21+ late-night club setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":12,"scoreRarity":2,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"One Stop hosts very similar funk/jam/electro groove nights multiple times per week (dates spaced just days apart), so this is low-urgency venue programming even if the specific band is a one-night stop. The sax-led funk-fusion + improv jams are a solid, danceable live-music pick but not especially high-concept or Asheville-weird. 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Starts at Cooperative Coffee and ends at Hole Doughnuts, 10-14 miles, +/- 1000 ft gain, No-Drop Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/wav-emjf-buk Or dial: (US) +1 636-735-3204 PIN: 214016749# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/wav-emjf-buk?pin=1115703205017&hs=7 Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720","startDate":"2026-10-18T04:00:00.000Z","location":"Cooperative Coffee Roasters, 210 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806, USA","zip":null,"organizer":"Asheville on Bikes","price":"Unknown","url":"https://ashevilleonbikes.com/events#73gi2kt3t541lnu92cqerpijri@google.com-2026-10-18-1792296000000","imageUrl":"/avl_on_bikes.jpg","tags":["Outdoors","Sports","Community","Group Bike Ride","No Drop Ride","Weekly Monday Ride","1000 Ft Climbing"],"aiSummary":"A no drop Monday morning group bike ride rolling from Cooperative Coffee Roasters to Hole Doughnuts, covering 10–14 miles with about 1,000 feet of climbing. 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May each one loosen now. Though it once held you together and made you strong, it binds you where you no longer need to be bound.\n\nSomething greater holds you now. May this knot loosen, and this, and this.\n\nA blessing on your unravelling that feels a little like insanity. You're not going mad. May the sun warm the places that were tied so tight it felt like suffocating. And now that it is safe, to soften, to loosen, to breathe, fill your lungs with the oxygen of freedom. Exhale. May your soul be released from the bondage of survival, and unlaced, relax into unboundedness. And bask in the blessing of letting go.\n\nBy Shao Lan\n\n## About Conway Weary\n\nConway remembers the moment. Her first grade teacher, Mrs. Dean, lined up the girls, put Tchaikovsky on the record player and said, \"Pretend you are a flower\". That ecstatic meeting of music, movement and imagination was a moment that set a life direction. The Dancer's Path is where the outside meets the inside, the healer meets the wound, and body and soul play passionately with the edges of life. [www.mixcloud.com/conwayweary/](http://www.mixcloud.com/conwayweary/)\n\\~\\~\\~\n\n\\*\\* Please note that the dance starts at Warm up. The doors close promptly at Opening Circle and any that come late will be turned away. Please be on time to ensure a safe and secure container. \\*\\*\nTicket Prices: $15 - $30 or name your price.\n\nNo one turned away for lack of funds!\nPre-registration Recommended:\n\nVOLUNTEER!\n\nWe need volunteers. Volunteer and dance for free! Register to volunteer at:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMFZWQ0ZzTmFlam10YUN0RXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4XGdFINP8qUH1XAETf8I71UKxgUcbNb_LMLwgnJWEzr2I_3ELhDttUv2i1OA_aem_nrjKIXdVB1pootRUE4YAfA)\n\nIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:\n\nDoor will close at the beginning of the opening circle. Please note: NO ENTRY AFTER OPENING CIRCLE BOTH WAVES!\n\nCollective agreements:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMFZWQ0ZzTmFlam10YUN0RXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4XGdFINP8qUH1XAETf8I71UKxgUcbNb_LMLwgnJWEzr2I_3ELhDttUv2i1OA_aem_nrjKIXdVB1pootRUE4YAfA)\n\nAbout AMC:\nAsheville Movement Collective envisions a world that moves in harmony where all are free to be their authentic selves within a loving community. Our mission and aim are to inspire authenticity and healthy community through free-form dance by hosting dance waves for personal and community transformation. AMC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.\n\nLocation: 50 Bell Rd, Asheville, NC 28805\n\nSee you on the dance floor!","startDate":"2026-10-18T12:30:00.000Z","location":"Evergreen Community Charter School, 50 Bell Rd, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Asheville Movement Collective","price":"$15 - $30","url":"https://www.meetup.com/amcdance/events/316692670/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/8/d/4/e/600_536376174.jpeg","tags":["Dance","Wellness","Community","Ecstatic Dance","DJ Set","Sober Space","Morning Session","Movement Meditation"],"aiSummary":"Two morning ecstatic dance waves with warmup and a held opening circle, then a DJ-driven freeform movement journey led by guest DJ Conway Weary. 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When her sister Mina falls ill with a mysterious disease of the blood, Lucy Westfeldt and her fiancé, Jonathan Harker, enlist the help of famed female vampire hunter Doctor Jean Van Helsing. Their hunt for the dangerous and sexy Count Dracula abounds with clever wordplay and quick-change antics. Five actors play over a dozen roles in this bloodcurdlingly hilarious send-up of the literary classic. 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East Coast Dirt was founded in 2005, and its core trio solidified in 2007. For nearly a decade, primary songwriters Brad Boughton, Wilson Hawes and Will Little morphed through different lineups, playing countless shows throughout the Southeast. Now the band is returning to old haunts and new venues alike to give crowds a taste of old-school Asheville, NC with a new guitar-led sensibility. The ECD sound has been reshaped with original songs and choice covers ranging from jammy psychedelia to full-force rock. 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Be sure to click the link that corresponds to your gender.\n\nPresented by **Dating For Love: Mindful, Modern Relationships**\nWith **Dr. Deb Barnett**, matchmaker and clinical psychologist.\n\nReady for a singles event that's actually fun?\n\nJoin us for a playful evening designed to take the awkwardness out of meeting someone new. Through a series of relaxed mini dates, you'll use unexpected objects and the stories they inspire to spark conversations that are interesting, personal, and sometimes delightfully surprising.\n\nNo boring small talk. No pressure to impress. Just interesting people, great stories, plenty of laughter, and the possibility of an unexpected connection.\n\n**Monday, October 19th**\n**6:00 PM–8:00 PM**\n**Sanctuary Studio - North Asheville**\n**$25 per person**\n\nLight refreshments will be served.\n**Pre-registration is required** and **spaces are limited**. Please register using the appropriate gender-specific link below so we can have an equal number of men and women in attendance.\n\n**Men register here:**\n[https://men.drdebbarnett.com/home](https://men.drdebbarnett.com/home)\n**Women register here:**\n[https://women.drdebbarnett.com/home](https://women.drdebbarnett.com/home)\n\nCome have fun, share some stories, and you just might connect with someone interesting!\nHosted by Dr. Deb Barnett, matchmaker and clinical psychologist. 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If you show up without one, we will respectfully ask you to not join us until you have one. 2. Be safe: mountain biking is an inherently dangerous sport. Please do not ride so far outside your comfort zone that you get hurt. 3. Be respectful: These rides are meant to encourage all levels of female riders to develop and grow as cyclists. If you are not capable of checking your ego on rides, this probably isn't the group for you. 4. Come prepared for your own ride which includes clothing, food, water, and repair gear. If you forget something, we'll help you if you need it, but generally please come prepared to take care of yourself. 5. Have fun! These rides are for you... Come learn, grow, and meet the amazing women we have the pleasure of sharing the trails with. 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Research has proven that reading aloud in a safe and positive environment helps students develop better reading skills, better self-esteem, and a better attitude toward learning.\n\nEvery therapy dog team has extensive obedience training, is certified with Alliance of Therapy Dogs, and has completed a reading workshop to ensure an excellent experience for each child. The therapy dogs will be led by their handlers during the reading session.\n\nThe parent will help the child select a book that will build confidence in a child who may be having difficulties with reading. The dog will lie on the floor with the child sitting with them, then the child will read to the dog and may pet and talk with the dogs during their session. The parent/guardian is required to be in the room observing the session with their child.\n\nParental permission is required prior to a child's participation in the program due to possible pet allergies, fear of dogs, etc. If you would like for your child to be a part of this reading activity, you will need to complete and sign a waiver at Saluda Library prior to the appointment. 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His recent writing appears or is forthcoming in the Tilted House Slender Broadside series, Rampage Party Press, neosolarzine, Otis Nebula, Trampoline, and elsewhere.\n\nAges: Adult.\n\nHosted by Pack Memorial Library, Buncombe County Public Libraries.","startDate":"2026-10-21T14:00:00.000Z","location":"Pack Memorial Library, 67 Haywood St, Asheville NC 28801","zip":"28801","organizer":"Pack Memorial Library","price":"Free","url":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/event/hold-poetry-workshop-26674","imageUrl":"https://buncombe.librarycalendar.com/sites/default/files/2026-07/poetry%20libmark_1.jpg","tags":["Education","Poetry Workshop","Creative Writing","Villanelle"],"aiSummary":"Explore the history and repeating structure of the villanelle, then practice composing poems in this 90-minute creative writing workshop. 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Routes are subject to change, but the usual routes are listed below. The route is posted here and on our Facebook page, (this is especially helpful when the route changes). We also have a binder of routes to scan at the shop if you arrive a few minutes early. The B group leaves first and the routes are designed so that everyone returns at roughly the same time. We try to ride in compact group, (2x2) at all times. This allows cars to pass more safely and easily and provides a draft for all but the leading riders. To help keep the group together, we ask the stronger riders to take it easy up the climbs and over the top. Once everyone is back in the group, we can increase the pace on the flat or downhill sections. We occasionally stop to regroup, but ideally we maintain a reasonable pace and no one gets dropped so there's no need to stop. When we stop, Please get all the way off the road! Also, be ready to roll once the stragglers approach as they won’t stop, (unless there are cars behind them). We don’t want cars separating our group. 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Rm. 8, North Carolina, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"AVL Digital Nomads","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/avl-digital-nomads/events/315607948/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/1/0/a/2/600_531844258.jpeg","tags":["Networking","Education","Wellness","Remote Work","Digital Nomads","Coworking Meetup","Confidential Sharing","Personal Development"],"aiSummary":"A supportive coworking-room meetup for digital nomads focused on leveling up remote-work habits and exploring the “Manifesting Self” mindset in a grounded, practical way. Expect confidential group discussion, reflection, and community connection around modern work challenges.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":16,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":3,"scoreReason":"One-off dated meetup (no same-venue/cadence evidence in the similar list) gives it higher urgency, but it’s a small coworking-room gathering with modest draw. 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Enjoy $1 OFF all our bourbons every Thursday Jack Of The Wood is still a downtown hot spot for food, brews and drink since 1997 and founders Joan and Joe Eckert who still own it, have maintained the original lively English and Irish vibe. The old-time mountain and Irish music jams continue, including a hot bluegrass jam Thursdays and brunch every Sunday. 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Registration is required through Asheville Parks & Recreation; the fee is $5.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":10,"scoreRarity":6,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"A single, affordable youth-program evening with no clear repeat cadence at this venue, but similar Parents Night Out programming appears elsewhere locally. It’s useful family programming rather than a distinctive or broadly drawing event; children interact, while parent socializing is not central.","scoreAshevilleWeird":2,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T22:01:05.363Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T22:01:05.363Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:01:03.591Z"},{"id":"83e3717b-bcf6-4157-b052-992b090409bb","sourceId":"2000169553979","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"20th Year Celebration","description":"Join us for a fun-filled 20 Year Celebration to honor two decades of amazing memories and look ahead at the next 20 years. 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It offers local appeal and a sociable meal, but appears to be a modest-scale event rather than a major draw or especially unconventional experience.","scoreAshevilleWeird":5,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:36.872Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:36.872Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:24.287Z"},{"id":"ce37a5fe-414a-4fff-9a17-77037caf96da","sourceId":"ea-45712","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"BOO Ridge Halloween Movie Night","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-23T22:00:00.000Z","location":"Asheville Tourists, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Asheville Tourists","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/asheville/events/boo-ridge-halloween-movie-night","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a798-c800-bbea-54cb3f2d7f38-w-1440h-1080-6491ea-title-photo-with-text.jpg","tags":["Theater & Film","Holiday","Nightlife","Community","Halloween Movie","Outdoor Stadium","Costumes Encouraged","Late Night Screening","Family Friendly Vibe"],"aiSummary":"A Halloween-themed movie night under the lights at the Asheville Tourists ballpark, blending spooky-season atmosphere with a big-screen stadium screening. 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Workshop format with guided exercises and discussion makes it moderately good for interaction, though it’s not designed as a mixer.","scoreAshevilleWeird":2,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-13T12:07:33.173Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-13T12:07:33.173Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-09-28T18:08:10.558Z"},{"id":"d95035a1-44aa-44e2-930b-5d237a058949","sourceId":"ea-43858-5","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"The Haunted Trail at the Adventure Center of Asheville 2026","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-23T22:00:00.000Z","location":"The Adventure Center of Asheville, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"The Adventure Center of Asheville","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/asheville/events/haunted-trail-adventure-center-asheville-2026#2026-10-23","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a709-cb00-10b7-5fa0cdec547d-w-4032h-3024-07ebda-glow-trail.jpg","tags":["Outdoors","Nightlife","Holiday","Haunted Trail","Scare Attraction","October Event","Thrill Seekers","Adventure Park"],"aiSummary":"A nighttime haunted trail winds through the Adventure Center’s wooded grounds with eerie lighting, jump scares, and Halloween-themed thrills. 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Likely a solid local draw (women professionals/real-estate community) rather than a citywide festival-scale event, but the mixer/expo format makes it very conducive to meeting new people.","scoreAshevilleWeird":6,"scoreSocial":8,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-27T00:08:52.911Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-27T00:08:52.911Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:17.549Z"},{"id":"a48fff47-8484-470b-9fcd-ee1b8d994432","sourceId":"316669529","source":"MEETUP","title":"Fire Ritual","description":"Gather round the fire and we hold space for this ancient elemental practice of protection and cleansing.\nFire has long been associated with healing and protection, its flames believed to possess the power to cleanse, ward off evil, and bring about transformation.\n\nThis evening we will gather around our own sacred fire. In ancient times fire was not just a practical necessity but a spiritual force that connected the people to the divine.\nThats what we are cultivating this evening.\n\n**Together we will:**\nHonor the element of fire\nSet energetic protections\nLead you through a guided meditation\nConnect with plant spirits for sacred release\nDiscuss the importance of this time of year\nAnd more\n\n**About your guides**\n***Jenn (She/Her)*** is an intuitive healer trained Yoga Teacher 9+ years, Reiki Master, Astrologer and Spiritual Coach. She combines her knowledge of the body from 13 years working in physical therapy with all spiritual tools that have contributed to her own healing & spiritual journey to help guide others.\n***Vi (They/Them)*** is a practicing Witch & Psychic who is a trained Yoga Teacher, Reiki Master, and Tarot Reader. They combine their passions of astrology, divination, dance, and creative expression to help others listen to their intuition.\n***Alessandra Mary (she/her)*** is a ceremonialist, Akashic priestess, mystic, author, and sacred storyteller devoted to the path of remembrance. Through sacred gatherings and oracular transmissions, she weaves soulful experiences that invite you into deeper connection with synchronicity, authenticity, and the unseen magic woven through everyday life. She stewards the land we will be gathering on.\n\n**Donation suggestion:** $25-$35\n\n**PLEASE NOTE:** Pre-registration is required for this event to honor the capacity of the space. If you would like to skip the fees, you can Venmo us your donation [here](https://venmo.com/u/iamalessandramary \"https://venmo.com/u/iamalessandramary\")","startDate":"2026-10-23T22:30:00.000Z","location":"Asheville, NC","zip":"28754","organizer":"Senseful Soul’s Asheville Healing Community🧘🏻♀️🏳️🌈🪐🔮","price":"$25 - $35","url":"https://www.meetup.com/senseful-soul-s-asheville-healing-community-%EF%B8%8F-%EF%B8%8F/events/316669529/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/7/9/b/600_536271099.jpeg","tags":["Spiritual","Wellness","Community","Fire Ceremony","Energy Cleansing","Late Night Gathering","Healing Circle","Ritual Practice"],"aiSummary":"Sacred nighttime fire circle centered on protection, cleansing, and transformation, using the elemental symbolism of flame as a healing force. 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In this space it is common to see people cuddle, share massage, have their hair brushed, laugh, cry, and be vulnerable. This is a sober space where we can relax and connect with other humans who are seeking touch based connection.\nWe strive for this to be a safe event. Safe touch enhances our ability to connect with and trust people. When we are in a space of safety, we are able to relax, feel comfort, and be vulnerable.\n\nConsent and respect are at the forefront of the experience. We strive for a safe and welcoming environment, fostering a sense of trust that allows attendees to fully enjoy shared touch without any pressure or expectations.\n\nDiscover the joy of shared vulnerability in an environment where your authenticity is not just accepted but celebrated. This event is an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who appreciate the simplicity of human touch and the profound impact it can have on our well-being.\n\nExpress yourself in a way that feels true to you, whether through cozy attire or a touch of personal flair. We encourage individuality and self-expression, creating an inclusive space where everyone can be their authentic selves. Dress code is Casual and cozy.\n\nThis is an inclusive environment where we will aim to foster the dismantling of and no tolerance of ableism, fat-shaming, homophobia/transphobia, sexism, xenophobia, classism, racism & other ideas that lead to folks feeling disconnected or unwelcome.\n\n**THE RULES**\n1\\. Pants stay on for the whole event\\.\n2\\. You do not have to touch anyone at this event\\.\n3\\. You must ask permission and receive a verbal YES before you touch anyone\\. Please be specific in your requests\\.\n4\\. If you feel a yes\\, say YES\\. If you feel a no\\, say NO\\. If you’re a maybe\\, say NO\\. You can always change your mind\\.\n5\\. Get your facilitator if you have a question or concern\\, or if you need assistance with anything during the event\\.\n6\\. Talking\\, laughter\\, silence\\, silliness\\, stillness\\, and crying are welcome\\.\n\n**ETIQUETTE**\n\n* ARRIVE ON TIME: It is important that all participants arrive before the Welcome Circle.\n* Please be free of strong scents; many folks would rather not be close to someone who smells of perfume, essential oils, or cigarettes\n* BE SOBER: Please do not drink or smoke before or at this event.\n\n**WHAT TO BRING:** personal water bottle and snacks to share. The only thing that you are required to bring is a clean and sober you.\n\nWe take individual and group safety seriously! if you experience, see, or know that one of our participants is not safe to be at a touch based event we want to know about it. We are committed to doing our best to create a safe environment which means that if someone is causing harm (physical or mental) that person is not welcome here (this includes harm that takes place outside of our events). We stand behind survivors and know that some of our participants are here to heal from touch based trauma.\n\n\\*refund policy- Full refund if you cancel 7 days before the event or you cancel due to illness, emergency, or direct exposure to covid. Credit towards a future event if you cancel more than 3 days before an event. 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Her sets weave together tribal rhythm, texture, intensity, and softness in a way that invites people back into their heart and home space.\nListen to her mixes at: https://soundcloud.com/djesmae\n\n\\~\\~\\~\n\n\\*\\* Please note that the dance starts at Warm up. The doors close promptly at Opening Circle and any that come late will be turned away. Please be on time to ensure a safe and secure container. \\*\\*\nTicket Prices: $15 - $30 or name your price.\n\nNo one turned away for lack of funds!\nPre-registration Recommended:\n\nVOLUNTEER!\n\nWe need volunteers. Volunteer and dance for free! Register to volunteer at:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMFZWQ0ZzTmFlam10YUN0RXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4XGdFINP8qUH1XAETf8I71UKxgUcbNb_LMLwgnJWEzr2I_3ELhDttUv2i1OA_aem_nrjKIXdVB1pootRUE4YAfA)\n\nIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:\n\nDoor will close at the beginning of the opening circle. Please note: NO ENTRY AFTER OPENING CIRCLE BOTH WAVES!\n\nCollective agreements:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMFZWQ0ZzTmFlam10YUN0RXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4XGdFINP8qUH1XAETf8I71UKxgUcbNb_LMLwgnJWEzr2I_3ELhDttUv2i1OA_aem_nrjKIXdVB1pootRUE4YAfA)\n\nAbout AMC:\nAsheville Movement Collective envisions a world that moves in harmony where all are free to be their authentic selves within a loving community. 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Recorded at the increasingly in-demand Drop of Sun studios with producer Alex Farrar (MJ Lenderman, Hotline TNT, Snail Mail), it’s a big swing that finds the band presenting a dialled-in, muscular rendition of their sound, indebted to guitar pop heavyweights like Rilo Kiley and The Breeders while remaining unmistakably their own. Wagging arrives October 23 via Having Fun / We Are Busy Bodies.","startDate":"2026-10-24T00:00:00.000Z","location":"Eulogy, 10 Buxton Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Fever","price":"Unknown","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/wagging-w-blithe-real-companion/","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Indie Rock","Guitar Driven","Melodic"],"aiSummary":"Tangled guitar textures and agile rhythms drive kinetic indie rock, balancing candy-coated melodies with intricate lyricism. 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In addition to the hits like \"Dammit Janet\" and \"Time Warp\", Sort of Damocles will play all the songs from the movie including deep cuts and deleted tracks. They will weave in songs from Meatloaf, Bowie, and T. Rex, giving you a full 70's glam rock experience. For the theatre fans, they will also sprinkle in a bit of Hedwig and Little Shop like the soundtrack to a piece of cult musical fan fiction! This is being presented by an All-Star lineup of Asheville musicians featuring members of Dr. Bacon, Andrew Thelston Band, Carpal Tullar, Lower Peaks, Fancy & The Gentleman, Ska City and more!! Venue and ticketing information:We are family friendly, but shows are 21+ unless accompanied by a parent.This is a general admission show. There are tables within the venue that are available on a first come, first serve basis. 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Loud, high-energy late-night vibes in Pisgah’s Black Mountain taproom with craft ales flowing.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":18,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"One-off billed lineup (no evidence of recurring on the calendar, unlike the weekly Sunday Jam), making it fairly missable. High-energy southern rock taproom show is solid but not high-concept or particularly Asheville-weird. Pisgah draws a good local crowd for free music nights, but it’s still a brewery gig scale. 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A high-energy community spectacle for competitors and spectators alike.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":18,"scoreRarity":6,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"95% similar event at the same venue runs ~5 weeks earlier (Sep 19 → Oct 24), suggesting a roughly monthly/seasonal cadence, not weekly. Hobby horse ‘championship’ racing is playful and high-concept with strong spectacle value, but it’s still a niche community competition (moderate draw) at a large equestrian center. Social potential is decent because it’s a participatory competition with mingling, though spectators are more passive.","scoreAshevilleWeird":6,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-17T18:06:11.824Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-17T18:06:11.824Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:17.602Z"},{"id":"240940d7-4aba-4955-abd6-fccb46711fdf","sourceId":"316717084","source":"MEETUP","title":"Sense & Sensibility: Coffee + Movie Night at Biltmore Park","description":"Join us for an evening at Biltmore Park to see Sense & Sensibility at Regal!\n\nWe’ll meet beforehand at the café inside Barnes & Noble in Biltmore Park. Grab a coffee or something to eat, and we’ll have some time to chat and get to know each other before heading over to the theater together.\n\nSince the event is still about a month away, Regal hasn’t posted showtimes yet. Once showtimes become available, I’ll update everyone with the movie time and let you know when it’s time to purchase tickets so we can coordinate our seats.\n\n☕ Meet: Barnes & Noble Café at Biltmore Park\n🎬 Movie: Sense & Sensibility at Regal Biltmore Grande\n\nCome on your own or bring a friend. 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Very conventional vibe for Asheville (Barnes & Noble + Regal), but it’s genuinely good for meeting people since there’s dedicated pre-movie mingle time.","scoreAshevilleWeird":2,"scoreSocial":7,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-26T12:08:40.710Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-26T12:08:40.710Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:18.738Z"},{"id":"5b5d99a5-9236-40f8-9082-174ddebab126","sourceId":"ge-patio-show-doss-church-the-unholy-noise-2","source":"GREY_EAGLE","title":"Patio Show: Doss Church & the Unholy Noise","description":"- ALL AGES - LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVEDoss Church & the Unholy Noise: A special acoustic performance Doss Church & the Unholy Noise is an Asheville-based Americana Rock & Roll band that plays a mix of originals written by singer/songwriter Doss Church, along with a wide range of crowd-pleasing cover songs. 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Their national stature merits strong draw, while the seated concert format offers little built-in social interaction.","scoreAshevilleWeird":5,"scoreSocial":2,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:26.778Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:26.778Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:26.661Z"},{"id":"8a0a506a-5bb1-487c-a826-0608f3d6d8af","sourceId":"2000659622788","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Full Moon Sound Bath","description":"We will use the energy of the Hunter’s Full Moon as an invitation to slow down, drop into the body, and surrender to emotional release.","startDate":"2026-10-24T23:00:00.000Z","location":"Weaverville Yoga, 3 Florida Ave, Weaverville, NC","zip":"28787","organizer":"Timothy Burgin","price":"$25","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/full-moon-sound-bath-tickets-2000659622788","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1193297385%2F1094632995803%2F1%2Foriginal.20260911-212427?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=69e6b0b2432411a9e0b1434d9c983a0f","tags":["Wellness","Meditation","Spiritual","Sound Bath","Full Moon Ritual","Emotional Release","Gentle Pace","Yoga Studio"],"aiSummary":"Immersive sound bath aligned with the Hunter’s Full Moon, inviting deep slowing down, body awareness, and surrender into emotional release. 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Zero singing ability required.\n\n**The Plan:**\n\n• 8:30 PM — Meet at The Social (1078 Tunnel Rd). Look for the Third Place AVL group — we'll grab a cluster of tables before the room fills up.\n\n• 8:30–9:00 PM — Order food and drinks, say hello, and start scheming song choices.\n\n• 9:00 PM — Karaoke kicks off. Put your name in whenever you're ready (or never — no pressure).\n\n• 11:30 PM — Official wrap. Karaoke runs until 1:00 AM, so stay as long as you like.\n\n**What to Know:**\n\n• Everyone pays for their own food and drinks.\n\n• The Social is a full bar and kitchen (burgers are their thing). Come hungry.\n\n• Non-alcoholic options are available — grab a soda or don't drink at all. No pressure either way.\n\n• It's on Tunnel Road in East Asheville — about 10 minutes from downtown, easy drive or rideshare.\n\n• Singing is completely optional. 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Cosmic Charlie will play the entire triple album live! \n \nSat Oct 24 - All Request Night - Setlist will be made up entirely of song requests submitted on the FB event page (or hollered out in person, at the show!). \n \n--------------------------\n\"Cosmic Charlie really is a great band - these guys do this music the way it should be done: having the conversation in their own voices.” -David Gans, Grateful Dead Hour \n\nCosmic Charlie was born in the musical Mecca of Athens, Georgia. From its summer 1999 inception, the band swiftly cemented its reputation as a band that puts a unique and personal twist on the Grateful Dead catalogue. Cosmic Charlie is a Dead cover band for folks that are ambivalent about Dead cover bands. Rather than mimicking the Dead exactly, Cosmic Charlie chooses to tap into the Dead’s energy and style as a foundation on which to build. The result is healthy balance of creativity and tradition, where both the band and its audience are taken to that familiar edge with the sense that, music is actually being MADE here tonight. \n\nMoving and shaking even the most skeptical of Deadheads, Cosmic Charlie storms into a town and plays with an energy that eludes other bands, an energy that sometimes eluded the Dead themselves. Those precious moments during Dead jams when the synchronicity is there and all is right with the world - these are the moments that Cosmic Charlie relishes and feverishly welcomes with open arms. Clearly, Cosmic Charlie’s audiences are also eager to partake in these moments, and together with the band, they have indulged in many memorable evenings. \n\nMost nights, Cosmic Charlie walks onstage without a setlist, not even knowing what the first song will be. Any Dead tune can rear its head at any moment, and fan requests are always welcome. “INSPIRATION, MOVE ME BRIGHTLY\" is Cosmic Charlie’s mantra, allowing the music to truly play the band.\n\nPurchase Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/servlet/s/38225852\n ","startDate":"2026-10-25T02:30:00.000Z","location":"31 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-3314, United States","zip":"28801","organizer":"Asheville Music Hall & The One Stop","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.facebook.com/events/1402483944631805/","imageUrl":"https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/799487163_1584660780338557_7731377581832647432_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_tt6&cstp=mx1920x1080&ctp=s960x960&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=75d36f&_nc_ohc=cO18y0YNLasQ7kNvwFU-DGF&_nc_oc=Adr-dmiFiIYqLUW0yJyf-pRo1sCn5Z1rX2v1kXR6BhescnfZdg17JtpDAPjX_aXWT2g&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&_nc_gid=PBHgk7AtyyE5TYkjteSK7g&_nc_ss=7b1a0&oh=00_AQPJ1beY5UjljyuoXw_esVf7AZqPpWprJjFPSHI_BeMJLg&oe=6AC4A702","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Grateful Dead","Jam Band","Late Night Afterparty"],"aiSummary":"Two high-energy sets of Grateful Dead favorites turn this late-night afterparty into an all-request jam, with fans shaping the setlist after the Gillian Welch and David Rawlings shows.","interestedCount":89,"goingCount":4,"favoriteCount":0,"score":18,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"A special two-night afterparty run makes this a limited event, though Cosmic Charlie is a local tribute act rather than a major touring draw. 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We’re bringing the community together for a crisp autumn afternoon filled with incredible food, sustainable shopping, and mountain vibes.\n\nWhether you’re looking for hearty seasonal eats, unique artisan crafts, or just want to enjoy a family-friendly day at the park, there is something for everyone. This event is free to attend (with a $10 suggested donation), and we’ll have plenty of activities to keep the \"fur kids\" and human kids entertained.\n\nEvent Highlights:\n\nFall Flavors: Warm up with delicious plant-based comfort foods and seasonal treats from local and regional vendors.\n\nVIP & Festival Bag options available. \n\nCurated Marketplace: Shop a variety of ethical lifestyle brands, from skincare to whimsical apparel.\n\nWellness & Community: Enjoy a live DJ and connect with local non-profits and wellness experts.\n\nFamily Fun: Games and activities for all ages in a welcoming, inclusive environment.\n\nGrab your favorite sweater and meet us downtown for a day of compassion and community! 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Our general rule is if the temperature will remain above 50 degrees for the duration of the show the door will remain open. For more information visit our FAQ page or reach out to us directly.","startDate":"2026-10-27T22:30:00.000Z","location":"185 King Street, Brevard, NC","zip":"28712","organizer":"185 King Street","price":"Unknown","url":"https://185kingst.com/event/travis-book-string-band-with-tim-gardner-owen-grooms-shawn-lane/185-king-street","imageUrl":"https://185kingst.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/travis-book-string-band-with-owen-grooms-tim-gardner-shawn-lane.jfif","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Community","Bluegrass","Americana","Collaboration Series","One Night Lineup","Brevard Venue"],"aiSummary":"A one-night-only string band collaboration led by Travis Book, mixing bluegrass, blues, americana, country, funk, and songwriter cuts with a rotating cast of local and national players. 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If I don't get a reply within a reasonable amount of time, I'll need to move you off the list*. *Just hoping for people who intend on being present, **thank you for understanding!***","startDate":"2026-10-27T22:30:00.000Z","location":"Little Jumbo, 241 Broadway St., Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Asheville Millennials","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/asheville-millennials/events/316492363/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/f/5/c/600_536072604.jpeg","tags":["Dating","Nightlife","Wine & Spirits","Couples Night","Cocktail Bar","Asheville Millennials","Small Group Hang","Rsvp Required"],"aiSummary":"Late-night cocktails and conversation at a cozy downtown cocktail bar, set up as a small-group meetup for three couples. 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Good — pickleball is the easiest racquet sport to pick up, and we'll run through the rules before the first game.\n**The Plan:**\n• 7:00 PM — Meet at the courts, quick rules rundown for anyone new\n• 7:10 PM — Rotating doubles, new partners every game\n• 9:00 PM — Wrap up\n**What to Know:**\n• Free. Public courts at Malvern Hills Park, 75 Rumbough Pl, West Asheville.\n• The courts are lit for evening play and rollaway nets are kept on site.\n• Bring a paddle if you have one, plus a ball or two. No paddle? Say so in the event chat and we'll see who has a spare.\n• Twelve players max. City rules give groups of 6–12 a two-hour block on the courts, so that's our number.\n• It's an October evening in the mountains — wear layers and sneakers or court shoes.\n**Energy level:** active but social. Lots of laughing at missed shots, nobody keeping serious score.\n**Why This Event:**\nPickleball is built for meeting people: four to a court, new partners every game, and there's always another game ten minutes away. Come solo — most of us do.","startDate":"2026-10-27T23:00:00.000Z","location":"Malvern Hills Park, 75 Rumbough Pl, Asheville, NC 28806, USA, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Third Place AVL · 20s, 30s & 40s","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/third-place-avl-20s-30s-40s/events/316747521/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/d/a/b/600_536355787.jpeg","tags":["Sports","Community","Pickleball","Beginner Friendly","Rotating Doubles","Lit Outdoor Courts"],"aiSummary":"Rotating doubles on lit outdoor courts bring an easygoing pickleball night to West Asheville, with partners shuffled every game. 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They are heavily inspired by the music of the Grateful Dead and enjoy showing their love for the music by playing it with their own flare and high energy jams. $10 Cover With two unique locations, built inside buildings that were previously cast aside, One World brews with the intention of fostering nourishing interaction and artistic cultural experiences. From live music to art shows, “One World Brewing” is born from the magic that happens when the whole becomes greater than the sum of its parts. Our taprooms are intersections for people of all walks of life and different corners of the globe, enjoying this time and place together. 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This quartet embodies the philosophical concept of quintessence—the fifth element beyond earth, air, fire, and water—representing the fundamental substance from which all musical reality springs. Their original compositions crystallize the essential qualities of diverse influences, oscillating between through-composed musical themes, groove-based soul explorations, traditional jazz-influenced pieces, Americana-inspired peaceful melodicism, world music influences, free jazz adventures, and occasional forays into cacophonous noise music. Through years of improvisational study, they've learned to access that rarefied space where genres dissolve into pure creative energy. In this musical laboratory, Sanders' guitar becomes a conduit for universal vibration, Boyd's reeds channel the breath of consciousness itself, Page's bass provides the fundamental frequency of existence, while Hall's percussion creates the rhythmic heartbeat of the cosmos. 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Rooted in Old-time, Americana, and Bluegrass traditions, Holler Choir's sound is ultimately singular by design. Alongside Roberts and Grimm, a rotating cast of gifted Appalachian musicians contributes to the group's recordings and electrifying live performances. Holler Choir began during the recording of Roberts's 2022 solo EP, Mountain Air, at Asheville's Crossroads Studios. That fortuitous gathering of roots musicians proved to be the genesis of an unmistakable new sound. Produced by Grammy Award-winning multi-instrumentalist Michael Ashworth of The Steep Canyon Rangers, the five-song EP lit the fuse, setting Holler Choir on a path to delight audiences throughout the Southeast and beyond. Much of that same collective reunited to record the band's 2024 debut full-length album, Songs Before They Write Themselves, tracked in the historic church room at Echo Mountain Studios and engineered by Jason Richmond (Avett Brothers, Rising Appalachia). Grimm officially joined the fold in the summer of 2024 after being invited to collaborate on Holler Choir's Susto Stringband project, which reinterprets the indie-rock Americana songwriting of Susto's Justin Osborne through old-time and bluegrass lenses. As Roberts and Grimm continued working together, Grimm's sharp lyrical wit and wide-ranging multi-instrumentalism quickly proved to be a powerful addition to the band's creative core. Holler Choir is slated to release its first collaborative record under this lineup in late 2026 or early 2027. Venue and ticketing information:We are family friendly, but shows are 21+ unless accompanied by a guardian. For this show you have the option of purchasing a table or a general admission ticket. When purchasing a table you are purchasing the number of tickets that the tables seats. 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Enjoy $1 OFF all our bourbons every Thursday Jack Of The Wood is still a downtown hot spot for food, brews and drink since 1997 and founders Joan and Joe Eckert who still own it, have maintained the original lively English and Irish vibe. The old-time mountain and Irish music jams continue, including a hot bluegrass jam Thursdays and brunch every Sunday. 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Currently on tour in support of her sophomore album \"Where Hope Never Dies,\" Heath continues to deliver her signature blend of sultry blues and anthemic rock n' roll arrangements to clubs and festivals nationwide, most recently appearing at acclaimed events including Merlefest, Bonnaroo, Shakori Hills, and more and supporting the likes of Donna The Buffalo, Del McCoury Band, Anders Osborne, Shamarr Allen (of Galactic), and other staples on the scene. Often compared to music influences Bonnie Raitt, Grace Potter, and Susan Tedeschi, Heath still manages to find a voice all her own, and has been recognized across Appalachia for her strong songwriting and vocal abilities, having made the WNCW Top 100 list and Mountain Xpress \"Best Of\" awards several years in a row. On the heels of a jam-packed year touring throughout the American southeast and northern Europe, and with her band \"The Heathens\" in tow, Ashley Heath aims to bring her message of hope and resilience to listeners everywhere and show by example that all it takes to achieve your dreams is the belief that you are capable.","startDate":"2026-10-30T21:30:00.000Z","location":"The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"The Grey Eagle","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/event/patio-show-ashley-heath/the-patio/asheville-north-carolina/","imageUrl":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/patio-show-ashley-heath.jpeg","tags":["Live Music","Family","Americana","Sultry Blues","Rock And Roll","Patio Seating"],"aiSummary":"Velvet-soul vocals weave through Americana, sultry blues, and anthemic rock and roll arrangements. 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We talk about boundaries and practice both saying and receiving a “no”. In this space it is common to see people cuddle, share massage, have their hair brushed, kiss, expose nipples, play, laugh, cry, and be vulnerable. This is a sober space where we can relax and connect with other humans who are seeking touch based connection.\nWe strive for this to be a safe event. Safe touch enhances our ability to connect with and trust people. When we are in a space of safety, we are able to relax, feel comfort, and be vulnerable.\n\n**Our Agreements:**\n1- We ask for what we want an wait for a yes before touching others.\n2- We say no if we don’t want to do something.\n3- We try to receive a no with grace and not take it personally.\n4- We arrive on time, clean (as scent free as possible), and sober.\n5- We keep our pants/shorts on at this event. (Tops are optional; this is a sensual space, not a sexual space.)\n6- We are here to connect with others. Connection can be verbal, platonic, or spicy!\n7- We welcome diversity. Isms and Phobias are not welcome here!\n\n**Who should attend:**\nPeople who are interested in safely exploring touch and sensuality with strangers. This includes people who are single, people who are not single, couples, folks who are new to town and looking for connection, people of all/any genders and sexual orientations, people of all ages (18 and up). People who understand and respect consent, who will take care of themselves and people around them. This event is queer-normative. The guest list will include all genders, orientations, ages, and personalities. If that’s not your thing… This is not the event for you.\n***Who should NOT attend:***\n-People who are only looking for a sex party.\n-People who do not understand and respect consent.\n-People who have extreme fear of setting and speaking their personal boundaries; in order to create a safe space we need to know that you will say “no” if you feel a no.\n-People who are homophobic, racist, sexist, ageist, ableist…\n-People under 18 years of age.\n***Schedule of the Evening***\n\n\\*6:50pm Doors Open, Mix & Mingle\n\n* 7:00pm We gather in a circle to meet each other, build a container, cover consent and boundary setting and discuss event agreements. Then we will play a few intimacy building games to meet and connect with other people in the room. Please make sure you arrive on-time!\n\\*8:15pm Once the container is built we will have self directed snuggling and sensual interactions until the end of the party.\n* 10:50pm Closing Circle; a time to re-center and connect as a group to verbally share anything that came up at the event or to voice gratitude to someone(s) you enjoyed interacting with.\n\\*11:00pm cleanup & head home; you are welcome to help.\n\n**We take individual and group safety seriously!** If you experience, see, or know that one of our participants is not safe to be at this event we want to know about it. We are committed to doing our best to create a safe environment which means that if someone is causing harm (physical or mental) that person is not welcome here (this includes harm that takes place outside of our events). We stand behind survivors and know that some of our participants are here to heal from touch based trauma.\n\nThese events are not \"gender balanced\"[. Check out our website for more information about this decision.](http://holdmeavl.com/why-i-dont-gender-balance-events/)\n\n**Simple definitions/clarifications-** Platonic- marked by the absence of romance or sex.\nMost of the interactions we have with friends and strangers are platonic.\nSensual- gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite.\nWe might feel sensual when we feel someone's breath on our neck or experience a extra long and slow caress.\nSexual- having or involving sex.\nOften involving one more more peoples genitals; perhaps seeking orgasm.\n\\*Refund Policy- Full refund if you cancel 7 days before the event or you cancel due to illness, emergency, or direct exposure to covid. Credit towards a future event if you cancel more than 3 days before an event. 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Due to a short attention span, he mixes in lots of different musical genres. You can hear some of his mixes on [https://www.mixcloud.com/tarisk/](https://www.mixcloud.com/tarisk/)\n\n\\~\\~\\~\n\n\\*\\* Please note that the dance starts at Warm up. The doors close promptly at Opening Circle and any that come late will be turned away. Please be on time to ensure a safe and secure container. \\*\\*\nTicket Prices: $15 - $30 or name your price.\n\nNo one turned away for lack of funds!\nPre-registration Recommended:\n\nVOLUNTEER!\n\nWe need volunteers. Volunteer and dance for free! Register to volunteer at:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/volunteer/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMFZWQ0ZzTmFlam10YUN0RXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4XGdFINP8qUH1XAETf8I71UKxgUcbNb_LMLwgnJWEzr2I_3ELhDttUv2i1OA_aem_nrjKIXdVB1pootRUE4YAfA)\n\nIMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS:\n\nDoor will close at the beginning of the opening circle. Please note: NO ENTRY AFTER OPENING CIRCLE BOTH WAVES!\n\nCollective agreements:\n[https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/](https://ashevillemovementcollective.org/our-dance/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExMFZWQ0ZzTmFlam10YUN0RXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4XGdFINP8qUH1XAETf8I71UKxgUcbNb_LMLwgnJWEzr2I_3ELhDttUv2i1OA_aem_nrjKIXdVB1pootRUE4YAfA)\n\nAbout AMC:\nAsheville Movement Collective envisions a world that moves in harmony where all are free to be their authentic selves within a loving community. Our mission and aim are to inspire authenticity and healthy community through free-form dance by hosting dance waves for personal and community transformation. 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Social vibe is good for mingling/dancing in a taproom setting, but it’s still primarily a watch-the-band event.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-10T18:08:19.497Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-10T18:08:19.497Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:24.589Z"},{"id":"6b486b91-ad0a-4e3f-82e5-d5ed12488a59","sourceId":"ea-45643","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"ZOMBIE SILENT DISCO","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-30T23:00:00.000Z","location":"The Roof, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"The Roof","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/asheville/events/zombie-silent-disco","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a731-c75c-74e0-528f8da79595-w-1374h-1031-4101f4-halloween-zombie-silent-disco-on-the-roof-the-radical.jpg","tags":["Dance","Nightlife","Holiday","Silent Disco","Zombie Costumes","Rooftop Venue","Late Night Party","DJ Headphones"],"aiSummary":"A costumed zombie-themed silent disco takes over a rooftop late-night party, with wireless headphones switching between competing DJ channels. Expect dance-floor mayhem, spooky pre-Halloween energy, and a bar-forward nightlife vibe.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":22,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":8,"scoreMagnitude":6,"scoreReason":"A one-night, pre-Halloween rooftop silent disco with a zombie costume theme is highly time-bound and missable (seasonal/near-one-off). Silent disco + costuming adds strong high-concept appeal beyond a typical DJ party, with a solid late-night crowd but not arena-scale. 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Expect a Halloween-leaning atmosphere with theatrical striptease and band-driven rhythms in an intimate bar setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":21,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":8,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"A Halloween-leaning, late-night live-band burlesque cabaret feels like a true one-off/annual-seasonal special (no clear monthly/weekly cadence at the same venue), with high-concept glam/spooky staging and strong Asheville countercultural energy. Likely an intimate bar draw rather than a large-venue headliner, and while it’s a fun night out, it’s more watch-and-cheer than structured mingling.","scoreAshevilleWeird":8,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-12T18:08:25.377Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-12T18:08:25.377Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:15.778Z"},{"id":"a4c504f8-f663-4cf5-8fe6-a87cb3d0e241","sourceId":"2001998424179","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Comedy at The Funk: Matty Ryan","description":"Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. 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Expect a lively late-night crowd inside the Wicked Weed Funkatorium brewery setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":15,"scoreRarity":5,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Stand-up showcase at a popular brewery with a touring Chicago comic. Similar ‘Comedy at The Funk’ listings cluster weekly (Oct 23 to Oct 30 = 7 days), so it’s missable but part of regular programming. 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We believe that the traditional Buddhist teachings, often referred to as the Dharma, offer a powerful approach to healing from addiction and living a life of true freedom. We believe that recovery means empowerment , and we support each other as partners walking the path together. We believe that recovery is rooted in finding our own inner wisdom and individual journeys. Link: https://recoverydharmaavl.org/ Remote Option: Find link on website for zoom meeting https://recoverydharmaavl.org/local-meetings-2/ No due or fees required for attendance Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/jxp-mgkt-qnt Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720","startDate":"2026-10-30T23:00:00.000Z","location":"Urban Dharma, 697 Haywood Rd Suite C, Asheville, NC 28806, USA","zip":"28806","organizer":"Urban Dharma","price":"Free","url":"https://www.udharmanc.com/events#2026-10-30-1793401200000","imageUrl":"/urban_dharma.jpg","tags":["Support Groups","Meditation","Spiritual","Recovery Community","Peer Led","Buddhist Dharma","Addiction Support","Mindfulness Practice"],"aiSummary":"Peer-led Recovery Dharma meeting blending Buddhist dharma teachings with mindfulness practice to support healing from addiction and compulsive behaviors. 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Mark your calendars, don your best costume, and get ready for a night of unforgettable fun at Thunderween! \"Thunderween is the party of the year\" - Everyone \"Let's Make Party\" - Jason Shepherd Venue and ticketing information:We are family friendly, but shows are 21+ unless accompanied by a parent.This is a general admission event. 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A late-night performance suited for a relaxed, attentive crowd in Black Mountain.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":11,"scoreRarity":2,"scoreUnique":4,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"White Horse hosts very similar singer-songwriter/Americana shows multiple times per week (dates clustered weekly and even within the same week), so this set isn’t rare. 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For more info about us or our classes, visit Instagram @misfitavl or our website at www.misfitimprov.com. ** No one under 13 years of age, and even then at your own risk. This is an adult show featuring live comedy. While we generally try to keep the content PG-13, it might go R. There is just no way to know. So we recommend thinking about whether or not that is a fit.","startDate":"2026-10-30T23:30:00.000Z","location":"North Carolina Stage Company, 15 Stage Ln, Asheville, NC 28801, 573 Fairview Rd, Asheville, NC","zip":"28803","organizer":"Misfit Improv AVL","price":"From $12","url":"https://www.crowdwork.com/e/the-misfit-improv-comedy-show-halloween-special#date=2026-10-30","imageUrl":"https://cdn.fourthwalltickets.com/uploads/event/imgs/15558/Halloween_2.png","tags":["Comedy","Theater & Film","Holiday","Nightlife","Improv Comedy","Halloween Costumes","Spooky Twist","Raffle Prizes","Late Night Show"],"aiSummary":"Quick-thinking improv games get a spooky Halloween makeover with costume-friendly antics and big crowd laughs. Expect raffle prizes, unpredictable audience-driven scenes, and a one-night-only late-night theater vibe.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":1,"score":15,"scoreRarity":4,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Misfit shows at NC Stage recur roughly every 1–4 weeks (Aug 22/29, Sep 12/19, Oct 18 → Halloween special Oct 30), so it’s more like special weekly/biweekly programming than a true one-off. The Halloween/costume + raffle twist bumps it above a standard improv night, but it’s still a local theater show (solid draw, not a major headliner). 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Bring your toys and have some fun!\n\nWe will be having a costume contest at midnight, so start working on your costume now! (See below for guidelines)\n\nWe will have a bootblack for a portion of the night, so bring your leather that needs some TLC!\n\nCOSTUME GUIDELINES FOR PERVERIONS:\nFor the most part, we want you to feel free to dress up however you want! In costume or not, though, we do have a few rules and guidelines, in accordance with our guiding principle of centralizing marginalized voices and comfort.\n\nALL ATTIRE must be ALE compliant. Nipples and genitalia must be covered at all times. This means penises, vulvas, and assholes. Perversions also requires ALL nipples be covered, regardless of gender or breast tissue.\n\nWhile medical and costume masks are both allowed, masks that obscure your identity must be removable to allow the doorperson to verify your identity\n\nPerversions strictly prohibits the following outfits, including as costumes:\n* Nazi regalia, including Iron Crosses and swastikas\n* Police and military uniforms\n* Any and all outfits that evoke racist imagery, including (but not limited to): Klan robes, blackface, nooses, and caricatures of marginalized people (ex: \"Pocahontas\" costumes).\n\nPerversions is an open event, and there are no vetting requirements, other than a willingness to follow our Code of Conduct (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1L4wsBXZzY4_ohSyngIpQzv7AoXgBc1pGmM6I7REjKwE/edit?usp=sharing) and Playspace Expectations (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l_xiNjrOjw1A4DNwvM6udb5vhPNn2d5X1kzsspOTpzc/edit?usp=drive_link).\n\nDress Code: Wear what makes you feel comfortable and/or sexy. 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Pisgah Brewing Company currently operates the new indoor taproom with live music several days a week, plus our outdoor music venue in the summer and fall months with live music frequently on WNC’s premier outdoor music venue, the Pisgah Brewing Outdoor Stage. Be sure to come thirsty and ready rock! 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Expect a solid regional draw for a brewery/taproom ticketed show, with moderate socializing typical of a concert-in-a-brewery setting.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:55.283Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:55.283Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:26.400Z"},{"id":"97c514dc-2c6c-4c0f-af3a-991c77213f5e","sourceId":"mx-1031551","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"GLAIVE & dupontpavilion","description":"The lineup for this benefit show heavily features trailblazers from the internet's underground DIY scene, blending electronic production with raw, confessional lyricism.","startDate":"2026-10-31T00:00:00.000Z","location":"The Orange Peel, 101 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"The Orange Peel","price":"Unknown","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/glaive-dupontpavilion/","imageUrl":"https://mountainx.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/d9828695379772a42b8d224d7eff95df-1100x733.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Electronic","Underground DIY","Confessional Lyrics"],"aiSummary":"Internet-born underground DIY acts blend electronic production with raw, confessional lyricism in a benefit show rooted in the independent music scene.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":21,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":6,"scoreReason":"A one-night benefit show with a distinctive internet-underground sound makes it a notable, fairly rare concert; Glaive offers solid touring draw, but the show is more niche than a national-headliner event. 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Combining elements of confessional pop, folk, progressive bluegrass, and formal vocal music, The Arcadian Wild offer up songs of invitation; calls to come and see, to find refuge and rest, to journey and wonder, to laugh and cry, to share joy and community and sing along. ADDISON AGEN Addison Agen is an Indie-Folk and Americana singer-songwriter best known as Season 13's first runner-up on NBC's The Voice. Based out of Nashville, TN, Addison's powerful and heart-wrenching voice welcomes listeners of all kinds to be grateful and self-reflective. Addison has shared the stage with artists such as Bob Seger, JOSEPH, Gordon Lightfoot, Brandy Clark, The Arcadian Wild, Peter Mulvey, Liz Longley, and May Erlewine while performing at top venues/events including The Winter Jam Tour, The Philadelphia Folk Festival, Nashville's Famous Bluebird Cafe, The Ark, Caffe Lena, and more. Her reflective music is woven together with themes of hopefulness, acceptance, and joy, and her new, full-length record \"Busy Body\" was released Aug 8th, 2025. In late 2024, Addison Agen and Skye Peterson launched a new band called Fielder, an alternative-folk duo with songs that are spirited, heartfelt, and thoughtful. 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Heavily influenced by the Grateful Dead and New Grass Revival, these young pickers bring new energy to a timeless style with a combination of fearless improvisation and instrumental prowess.\n\n\"… one of the premier rising acts in the country.\"\n- Live & Listen\n\n\"Sicard Hollow’s dynamics are original, and their musical talent is on display.\"\n- No Depression\n\n\"..top shelf talent.\"\n- Goldmine Magazine\n\n\"One of today’s hottest bluegrass acts.\"\n- Jrod Concerts\n\n\"One of the most exciting new artists on the scene today.\"\n- Grateful Web","startDate":"2026-10-31T00:00:00.000Z","location":"Third Room","zip":"28801","organizer":"Third Room","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.facebook.com/events/2087508975133631/","imageUrl":"https://scontent-atl3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/745174698_122346591014200546_315824377241156013_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_tt6&cstp=mx1080x1350&ctp=s960x960&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=75d36f&_nc_ohc=tnLS7AcVz3kQ7kNvwELP0Cn&_nc_oc=AdoZSqWEEjH5wO5YdgVYKSpeqfD8nr25JFGiRIB0DZhcQgDDU8HqutMTHJul2KzBazY&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-2.xx&_nc_gid=SPfJ6wGqNER2mKxQ-WY2OQ&_nc_ss=7b1a0&oh=00_AQMpibdIJAnCIWhb1t0FEGuAasV9LK226JRzZZcmA2u7xw&oe=6AC4B77D","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Jamgrass","Progressive Bluegrass","Four Piece Band","Concert Doors 7","Ticket Tiers"],"aiSummary":"High-energy jamgrass and progressive bluegrass takes over a late-night concert setting, with a four-piece band stretching fast picking into extended improvisation. 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For the theatre fans, they will also sprinkle in a bit of Hedwig and Little Shop like the soundtrack to a piece of cult musical fan fiction!\n\nThis is being presented by an All-Star lineup of Asheville musicians featuring members of Dr. Bacon, Andrew Thelston Band, Carpal Tullar, Lower Peaks, Fancy & The Gentleman, Ska City and more!!","startDate":"2026-10-31T00:00:00.000Z","location":"10 Buxton Avenue, Asheville, North Carolina 28801, United States","zip":"28801","organizer":"Rocky Horror Music Show","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.facebook.com/events/1528171245348814/","imageUrl":"https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/714263676_1319421357043149_2427263754548304219_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_tt6&cstp=mx1920x1005&ctp=s960x960&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=75d36f&_nc_ohc=0njevCaPMhYQ7kNvwFTvmBY&_nc_oc=Adrx23qVZMGPpTkj-dpN8Ok-4HeQ7gn54XIPxgyvv6y6IUxOV6f7_JR0I00iMg9mIGo&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&_nc_gid=zVK-NKUiUTSyNG3F7rXe6Q&_nc_ss=7b1a0&oh=00_AQMbz0RS-KgIyNcTwTBIzdQ54tKyfMHgIVmTPMFv_3XFUw&oe=6AC49B8E","tags":["Live Music","Theater & Film","Nightlife","Holiday","Rocky Horror","Glam Rock","Theatrical Rock","Costume Friendly","Late Night Show"],"aiSummary":"A theatrical rock revue puts the Rocky Horror songbook front and center, reimagined with glam rock swagger and singalong energy. 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Social vibe is above average thanks to singalong/costumes and standing-room mingling, but it’s still primarily a performance.","scoreAshevilleWeird":7,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-18T03:45:20.740Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-18T03:45:20.740Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:08:59.374Z"},{"id":"ffd9ae31-188b-478f-8761-2b5a4fbfebe4","sourceId":"ea-45220","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"The Comedy Zone: Shaun Jones","description":null,"startDate":"2026-10-31T00:00:00.000Z","location":"Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Wortham Center for the Performing Arts","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/asheville/events/comedy-zone-shaun-jones","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a7a2-cad7-3e10-a837313160c5-w-996h-747-4f4865-comedy-zone-shaun-jonesbanner.webp","tags":["Comedy","Nightlife","Stand Up","Touring Headliner","Theater Venue","Adult Humor"],"aiSummary":"Stand up set from comedian Shaun Jones in a pro theater setting with big laughs, sharp punchlines, and a classic club style vibe. 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Classic club-style set is solid entertainment but not especially high-concept or ‘Asheville weird.’ Likely a decent regional draw in a pro theater setting, but mostly a seated, watch-the-show night with limited built-in mingling.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-14T18:07:57.055Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-14T18:07:57.055Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:24.620Z"},{"id":"ca2ac64e-4f6a-43a2-833c-80b4a0903818","sourceId":"amh-sneezy-2","source":"ASHEVILLE_MUSIC_HALL","title":"Sneezy","description":"SNEEZY BIO: Born out of the vibrant Chicago music scene, Sneezy is a funk-soul jam band that knows no boundaries. Rooted in lifelong friendships and a shared love for collaboration, the band seamlessly blends funk grooves, neo-soul rhythms, hip-hop beats, and rock energy into a sound uniquely their own. With deep ties to their Libertyville upbringing just north of the Windy City, Sneezy's music is a love letter to Chicago's rich musical heritage, echoing its soul, grit, and collective spirit. Led by the magnetic voices of Brett O'Connor (lead vocals, harmonica) and Jack Holland (vocals, acoustic guitar), and powered by the dynamic talents of Austin Lutter (electric guitar, background vocals), Danny Bauer (keys, background vocals), Austin Koziol (drums, background vocals), Destiny Pivonka (saxophone, vocals), and Tom \"Chops\" Hannum (bass), Sneezy thrives on the alchemy of their diverse influences. Their music, recorded in places like Asheville's Echo Mountain Studios, overflows with joy, introspection, and an undeniable groove, capturing the heart of their hard-earned adventures. Known for turning every stage into a \"living room,\" their live shows are immersive, soulful celebrations where audiences become collaborators and music becomes shared catharsis. 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Likely a regional draw in a mid-sized club setting with moderate social vibe (standing crowd, dancing, bar mingling) but not an explicit mixer.","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:54.190Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:54.190Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:26.258Z"},{"id":"fce6a991-e15a-4f33-81f9-663db85c92a8","sourceId":"1999651140390","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Haunts & Haints, a night of Appalachian Storytelling","description":"Modelface Comedy Presents: Haunts & Haints, a night of Appalachian Storytelling\nJoin us for a night of cocktails and ghost stories","startDate":"2026-10-31T01:00:00.000Z","location":"Eda Rhyne Distilling Company, 101 Fairview Road, Asheville, NC","zip":"28803","organizer":"Modelface Comedy","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/haunts-haints-a-night-of-appalachian-storytelling-tickets-1999651140390","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1190956939%2F230897515276%2F1%2Foriginal.20260813-062910?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=70146b07ea7b9a778bfceaa02aeab9ba","tags":["Comedy","Wine & Spirits","Holiday","Nightlife","Appalachian Folklore","Ghost Stories","Cocktail Lounge","Storytelling Night","Spooky Vibe"],"aiSummary":"Spooky Appalachian folklore and ghost-story storytelling pairs with handcrafted cocktails in a distillery lounge. A Halloween-night hang with eerie laughs, haints, and bar-side tales meant for late-night crowds.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":18,"scoreRarity":6,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Halloween-week Appalachian ghost-story storytelling with cocktails feels more special than a standard comedy night, but similar late-night/spooky comedy shows at Eda Rhyne run roughly every 2–4 weeks (Sep 5 → Sep 19 → Oct 3), making it more monthly/seasonal than one-off. Strong theme and vibe, likely a solid local draw in a distillery lounge; moderately social as a bar-seated storytelling/comedy format with mingling before/after.","scoreAshevilleWeird":6,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-03T06:10:23.531Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-03T06:10:23.531Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:16.506Z"},{"id":"5497e4c6-6f6b-46fb-b2aa-03b835b3bee3","sourceId":"mx-10162772","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"Mills River Farmers Market","description":"Fresh produce and local treats. 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Show off your most creative, terrifying, or quirky costume for a chance to win great prizes. Whether you’re a spooky monster, a mystical creature, or a pop culture icon, this is your chance to shine!\n\n*New in 2026* We’ve added a kid’s Creepy Crawly Climb! The climb starts/finishes in the same location as the 5k on Coxe Avenue. The course goes up to the intersection of Coxe & Hillard (closed to traffic) and back down. It’s approximately .25 mile. Creepy Crawler registration is a flat fee of $10 and receive a Finisher medal. You can add on a race shirt for $20 during check out.\n\nRaise your spirits (pun intended) with a delicious craft beer from Wicked Weed included in registration for those 21+ (must be able to show valid ID.) Finisher medal and a Wicked Spooky commemorative t shirt is also included in registration.","startDate":"2026-10-31T13:00:00.000Z","location":"Wicked Weed Funkatorium","zip":"28801","organizer":"Kick It Event Management","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.facebook.com/events/1936946013548369/","imageUrl":"https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/575174665_1412790090855896_4588110193308035046_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_tt6&cstp=mx1920x1080&ctp=s960x960&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=75d36f&_nc_ohc=QudAr_WYs-EQ7kNvwEG3GZX&_nc_oc=AdpAAKtAMnnHQ1LqJqoM8ezohQTbIYnMYk-oAu_sYJTK172BuJviTqh4bQ7H7IWY_xc&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&_nc_gid=3NDM6Vrp6aln_gqLosNJqQ&_nc_ss=7b1a0&oh=00_AQPb4RqvNZiPtPcToJ693a8wn0IM3g-9KTcgeTokxHeQww&oe=6AC4A704","tags":["Sports","Holiday","Community","Beer","Costume Contest","5k Run","South Slope Route","Prize Awards","Halloween Vibes"],"aiSummary":"A Halloween-morning 5K and climb-style run with a start and finish at the Funkatorium on Asheville’s South Slope, kicking off at 9AM. Expect costumed racers, spooky photo ops, and prize-worthy creativity in a brewery-centered finish area.","interestedCount":35,"goingCount":9,"favoriteCount":0,"score":20,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":6,"scoreReason":"Halloween-morning themed 5K with costumes and a brewery start/finish is a once-a-year (date-anchored) event and more missable than standard runs. It’s not wildly novel, but the spooky theme + Funkatorium/South Slope vibe makes it a standout seasonal option with solid local/regional participation. Strong social mechanics via costume contest, post-race hang, and shared start/finish energy.","scoreAshevilleWeird":5,"scoreSocial":7,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-18T03:45:20.118Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-18T03:45:20.118Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:08:58.836Z"},{"id":"a2721585-b107-4a1a-ac1e-2c5f119e59fc","sourceId":"mx-10158916","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"Ginkgo Marketplace","description":"The Merchants of Downtown Asheville present Ginkgo Marketplace. Ginkgo Marketplace is an event that celebrates local goods, artisans, and beautiful Wall Street! Last Saturdays of the month May-October in the courtyard at 43 Wall Street. 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Friends gather around tables, conversations flow easily, and the rhythm of the music sets the tone for a perfect, easy Saturday. It’s exactly the kind of atmosphere we hoped to create when this idea first came to life! We’re especially excited to continue working with our house Jazz band, “Four Peanuts”, whose smooth, soulful sound brings everything together. The group explores both original compositions and zesty covers of tunes you may or may not know. The trio features Alex Taub on keyboards, Brennan Dugan on bass, and Joe Enright on drums, and will certainly leave your peanuts salted and boiled to perfection! Their music pairs effortlessly with the relaxed brunch setting, turning an ordinary morning into something memorable. The all-new brunch menu is absolutely something to be excited about! French Broad River Pizza will be serving up a mix of breakfast and lunch favorites designed to pair perfectly with a chill afternoon in the taproom. 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Likely a community-center sized draw (not a major headliner), but the format is naturally social with lots of mingling before/after and shared dance-floor energy.","scoreAshevilleWeird":7,"scoreSocial":7,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-23T18:09:42.055Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-23T18:09:42.055Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:16.489Z"},{"id":"1341b061-23cc-44e6-a8b9-a2b8d70a4493","sourceId":"1985836268737","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Asheville Halloween Bar Crawl 2026","description":"The Asheville Halloween Bar Crawl 2026 is here! Grab your friends, dress to impress or terrify and explore the city’s best bars.","startDate":"2026-10-31T19:00:00.000Z","location":"Urban Orchard, 24 Buxton Avenue, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"PubCrawls.com","price":"$10","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/asheville-halloween-bar-crawl-2026-tickets-1985836268737","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1187190466%2F2161917795983%2F1%2Foriginal.20260618-123635?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=80197ede1b08e92d40f0cf72f3678590","tags":["Nightlife","Community","Holiday","Bar Crawl","Costume Party","Downtown Bars","Group Outing"],"aiSummary":"Costumed Halloween bar crawl through Asheville’s downtown watering holes, starting at Urban Orchard for a festive meetup before hopping from bar to bar. 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This will be the final month for sessions.\n**I want to Thank Asheville for all the support!**\n\n[Every Weekend @ 11am & 3pm](https://somaticsounds.net/events/)\n**\\* $26 to reserve please use the event link** [https://somaticsounds.net/events/](https://somaticsounds.net/events/)\n\nSonic Journey Through Sound\nCome experience a somatic journey where ancient wisdom meets modern well-being — a multidimensional soundscape, richer and more textured than a traditional sound bath. Vivek guides each session with over 40 handcrafted singing bowls, layered with binaural beats to support deep relaxation and nervous system regulation. Participants leave feeling settled in the body and quiet in the mind.\n\nYoga mats, pillows, and blankets are provided.\n\nThis event is open to all levels—whether you’re a seasoned mindfulness enthusiast, exploring a novel path to relaxation, or simply seeking stress relief.\n\n\\*\\* $26 to Reserve a spot please use Event Link or Contact Vivek\n**[Every Weekend @ 11am & 3pm](https://somaticsounds.net/events/)**\n\n#soundhealing #soundbath #meditation","startDate":"2026-10-31T19:00:00.000Z","location":"157 South Lexington Avenue, 157 South Lexington Avenue, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Inner Peace Collective","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/inner-peace-collective/events/316618625/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/e/e/1/600_535456097.jpeg","tags":["Wellness","Sound Bath","Somatic Healing","Immersive Audio"],"aiSummary":"Settle into a multidimensional soundscape for a somatic journey blending ancient wisdom with modern well-being, inviting deep listening, embodied awareness, and restorative relaxation during Somatic Sounds’ final Asheville month.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":14,"scoreRarity":5,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"Sound journeys recur every weekend, though this is the final month before the organizer leaves Asheville. 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On October 31st, join us for a spooktacular bar crawl featuring creepy cocktails, outrageous costumes, and an electrifying atmosphere. We’re making our way through Asheville’s top bars with exclusive drink deals, Halloween-themed entertainment, and surprises lurking around every corner.\n\nGrab your friends and throw on your most hilarious, horrifying, or out-of-this-world outfits—because this night is all about bold looks and big scares. Each stop on the crawl will bring a new vibe, from bone-rattling beats to ghoulishly good drinks.\n\nWhether you're dressed as a vampire, villain, or just out to vibe, this is the place to be for Halloween night. Asheville is turning up the fright and fun — and you won’t want to miss a moment. 🎃👻\n\n_______________________________________\n\n🚨For all the latest venue information, special offers, event details, and ticket purchases, be sure to visit our website! It's your one-stop shop for everything you need to know. ⬇️\n\nwww.crawlwith.us/asheville/halloween\n\n\n🎃 CHECK IN 4PM - 6PM 🎃\n\n🎃 CRAWL LOCATIONS 4PM - 10PM 🎃\n\n🎃 MID PARTY 7PM - 9PM 🎃\n\n🎃 AFTER PARTY 10PM - 12AM 🎃\n\n_______________________________________\n\n🎟️ FREE TICKETS 🎟️\nEarn 2 Free Tickets by inviting your Facebook friends to the Asheville Bar Crawl.\nMessage us for details!\nMobile: https://m.me/CrawlWithUs?ref=freetix\nDesktop: https://www.messenger.com/t/CrawlWithUs\n_______________________________________\n\n100% CANCELLATION REFUND GUARANTEE:\n\n👌If the event is cancelled for any reason, all tickets will be refunded in full! No vouchers, no credits, just your money back in your bank! Guaranteed!\n\n_______________________________________\n\n✔️ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ✔️\n\nhttps://www.crawlwith.us/faq\n\n_______________________________________\n\n🚫 DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE 🚫\n\nWe Highly Suggest Using Uber or Lyft To And From The Bar Crawl!\n\n_______________________________________\n\n㉑ ATTENDEES MUST BE 21+ ㉑\n\nDue to the nature of our events, all attendees must be 21+ with a valid government issued ID.","startDate":"2026-10-31T20:00:00.000Z","location":"The Tiki Easy Bar, 197 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Crawl With US","price":"$14","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-halloween-bar-crawl-asheville-tickets-1583893310529","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F903157123%2F299464149304%2F1%2Foriginal.20241120-172915?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=81cef85162c267a0741b638ff9b72682","tags":["Nightlife","Beer","Holiday","Bar Crawl","Costumes Encouraged","Downtown Asheville","Party Crowd"],"aiSummary":"A late-night Halloween bar crawl that kicks off at a local brewery and rolls through Asheville’s bars with costumes, spooky energy, and drink specials. 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Find us, grab a drink, say hi\n• 5:30 PM: Costume show-and-tell. Everyone who dressed up gets 30 seconds to explain who they are (no costume? you are on the judging panel)\n• 6:00 PM: Group photo, then keep hanging out\n• 7:00 PM: Official wrap. Plenty of time left to head to whatever Halloween party is next\n**What to Know:**\n• 10 spots. It is a neighborhood cocktail bar, not a hall, and walk-ins only, so we are keeping it small enough to actually talk\n• Free to join. Order and pay for your own drinks. The bar also serves non-alcoholic options and food\n• Costumes very welcome, never required. Half a costume counts. Cat ears count\n• Street parking on Haywood Road and the side streets. It is Halloween, so give yourself a few extra minutes\n• Adults-only hangout\n• Can't make it after all? Please drop your RSVP so someone on the waitlist gets your spot\n**Why This Event:**\nHalloween is the one night a year strangers talk to each other without an excuse, because the costume is the excuse. Show up as whoever you want to be for a couple of hours, meet a few new people, and leave with plans for the rest of the night.\nCome solo. Most of us do.","startDate":"2026-10-31T21:00:00.000Z","location":"The Golden Pineapple, 503 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806, USA, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Third Place AVL · 20s, 30s & 40s","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.meetup.com/third-place-avl-20s-30s-40s/events/316763166/","imageUrl":"https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/7/a/7/4/600_536371348.jpeg","tags":["Wine & Spirits","Nightlife","Holiday","Community","Costume Showcase","Spooky Decor","West Asheville"],"aiSummary":"Sip seasonal Halloween cocktails amid dark, spooky decor and meet other Asheville locals for casual mingling. 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Hailed as \"Beyond genre constraints\" by The Oxford American, and described as \"a blast of blues rock.both crafted and improvised\" by Rolling Stone, Turchi has performed his slide guitar & kudzu boogie sound across the US and Europe since 2010. Featured by NPR, PBS, Rolling Stone, American Songwriter, No Depression, KEXP, Living Blues, The Oxford American, Daytrotter, and many more, Turchi has established himself as one of the most varied and prolific artists and producers operating in the roots-music world today. Recorded in a basement in 2010, Road Ends in Water was the first album by Reed Turchi, and showcases his signature slide-guitar and kudzu-boogie in its rawest, most North Mississippi-inspired form. With special guest Luther Dickinson of North Mississippi Allstars playing through a blown-up tape-machine on three songs, the album ranges from uptempo rollicking blues-rock to heavy, fuzzed-out riffs. The inspiration of no-holds-barred dueling-slide-guitar, one-chord romp is clear, as Road Ends in Water offers up a series of originals and adaptations that all end up in a swamp of romp-and-groove. Originally released in 2012 in a pre-streaming world, the album has been lost for over a decade, and has been totally re-mixed and re-mastered for this new release, which showcases a basement boogie in its early glory.","startDate":"2026-10-31T21:30:00.000Z","location":"The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"The Grey Eagle","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/event/patio-show-reed-turchi-album-release/the-patio/asheville-north-carolina/","imageUrl":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/patio-show-reed-turchi-album-release.jpeg","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Album Release","Blues Rock","Slide Guitar","Patio Show","All Ages"],"aiSummary":"Grammy-winning Reed Turchi brings a gritty, beyond-genre blues rock set built around slide guitar and his signature “kudzu boogie” sound. 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Vibe is classic Asheville roots/blues more than ‘Asheville weird,’ and socializing is moderate (hangout patio setting, but still primarily a watch-the-show event).","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-14T18:07:48.993Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-14T18:07:48.993Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:19.429Z"},{"id":"e32d00da-0e7d-488e-9da2-47d14b6421ae","sourceId":"2002639211792","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Flashback Band's Halloween Party at Mills River Brewing Co!","description":"Come enjoy live music from the arena rock age with Flashback Band at Mills River Brewing co!","startDate":"2026-10-31T22:30:00.000Z","location":"Mills River Brewing Co, 336 Banner Farm Road, Mills River, NC","zip":"28759","organizer":"Mills River Brewing Co","price":"$13","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/flashback-bands-halloween-party-at-mills-river-brewing-co-tickets-2002639211792","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1194739309%2F2944622144511%2F1%2Foriginal.20260930-163910?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=4a955c0d824b2aaf5082c8508f62fbac","tags":["Live Music","Holiday","Nightlife","Arena Rock","Costume Party","Brewery Venue"],"aiSummary":"Arena rock anthems bring a high-energy, nostalgic soundtrack to a Halloween party at a local brewery. 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When Annie discovers that Paul has killed off her favorite character in his latest manuscript, his situation goes from dire to something much worse. 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Likely a solid local draw in a brewery taproom rather than a regional headliner, but costumes + dancing create strong ‘meet people’ mechanics and a distinctly alt-Asheville vibe without being truly extreme/underground.","scoreAshevilleWeird":6,"scoreSocial":8,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-03T12:08:26.287Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-03T12:08:26.287Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:16.506Z"},{"id":"6d4b9012-c6b2-4f50-827b-8857c7a29c03","sourceId":"mx-1068968","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"The Feels","description":null,"startDate":"2026-11-01T00:00:00.000Z","location":"185 King Street, 185 King St, Brevard, NC","zip":"28712","organizer":"185 King Street","price":"Unknown","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/the-feels-3/","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Brevard"],"aiSummary":"No event description is provided, so the activity, genre, format, and intended audience cannot be determined; the listing only identifies a November date and Brevard venue.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":16,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":4,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"A single listing suggests a one-off event, but no description identifies the activity or establishes its draw; the venue and similar listings point only tentatively to a local live-music setting.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:45.021Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T03:17:45.021Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:04.816Z"},{"id":"81c259ab-eefd-47e9-a332-ac0c8c19b06d","sourceId":"ge-dana-and-alden-papas-boat-tour-w-alex-amen","source":"GREY_EAGLE","title":"Dana and Alden: Papa's Boat Tour w/ Alex Amen","description":"ALL AGESSTANDING ROOM ONLY DANA AND ALDEN Jazz duo Dana & Alden have always had a wanderlust, something they credit to their maternal grandfather. Affectionately known as Papa, he was the kind of person others naturally gravitate towards. It was a photograph from one of his trips to Asia that inspired the Eugene, OR duo's new album Papa's Boat. In the image Papa is looking out across the horizon and stood next to his boat Sŵn y Môr (Welsh for \"Sound of the Sea.\") \"I think so much of what Alden and I are doing comes from just watching him live his own unique life,\" says Dana. Alden agrees. \"His emboldened, passionate personality gave us permission to be our own selves, to be unconventional and draw outside of the box.\" Recorded with Malcolm Catto in London in March 2025, Papa's Boat combines all their childhood love and global experience to create an ecstatic sound built on Dana's saxophone and Alden's drums. Recorded with the duo's backing band, Ebba Dankel (vocals and keys), Andrew Mitchell (bass), Eli Torgersen (vocals and guitar) and Salim Charvet (sax and synths), Papa's Boat is rooted in jazz but pulling influence from indie, pop, rap, bossa nova, and beyond. A hypnotic combination of sax and buzzing synths on \"Lighthouse\" sets the tone for an album that uses water as both a reflective surface and a body to get lost in. Elsewhere there are collaborations with Mei Semones, Melanie Charles, and legendary Brazilian songwriter Marcos Valle, a hero figure to the band who appears on \"El Gaucho\" and \"Friendship Is A Boat.\" Throughout its runtime Papa's Boat sails purposefully between memories of the past and visions of a brighter future. It doesn't just commemorate their Papa as a beloved character, but shares him with the world. ALEX AMEN An artist untethered from time or place, Alex Amen crafts music that feels eternally familiar, yet strikingly new - shaped by a wandering spirit always in motion. Newly signed to ATO Records, Amen's full-length debut is a body of work that opens a space for sustained and quiet wonder, offering up songs touched with both ease and beauty. Produced by Amen and engineered by Jonny Bell (Cage the Elephant, Chicano Batman), Sun of Amen matches its old-soul warmth with an astonishing clarity-the natural byproduct of his reverence for classic records and ardent refusal to chase nostalgia. Partly recorded at the legendary Valentine Recording Studios in L.A., Sun of Amen unfolds with a rich sonic depth achieved with the help of an expansive lineup of musicians, including several of Amen's longtime bandmates as well as in-demand talents like Tommy de Bourbon (a multi-instrumentalist whose recent endeavors include playing pedal steel in Lana Del Rey's touring band).","startDate":"2026-11-01T00:00:00.000Z","location":"The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"The Grey Eagle","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/event/dana-and-alden-papas-boat-tour-w-alex-amen/grey-eagle-music-hall/asheville-north-carolina/","imageUrl":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/dana-and-alden-papas-boat-tour-w-alex-amen.jpeg","tags":["Live Music","Family","Jazz Duo","All Ages","Standing Room Only","Touring Act","Intimate Club"],"aiSummary":"Wanderlust-inspired jazz duo sets the room with melodic sax and rhythm-forward grooves, tied to the travel-themed album Papa’s Boat. All-ages, standing-room energy in an intimate club setting with support from Alex Amen.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":21,"scoreRarity":9,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":6,"scoreReason":"One-night touring stop for Dana & Alden at The Grey Eagle (not a recurring series), making it highly missable. Musically solid and a bit concept-forward (travel-themed jazz duo), but not especially “Asheville weird.” Grey Eagle draw suggests a mid-sized, regional-touring caliber show; social interaction is mostly limited to typical concert mingling in a standing-room setting.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-19T00:06:14.029Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-19T00:06:14.029Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:19.429Z"},{"id":"b01bf70e-fa36-4ed6-a9db-cd380f6c61a2","sourceId":"ks-the-feels-8","source":"KING_STREET","title":"The Feels","description":"The Feels are a female-fronted fusion of Indie-Soul, R&B, Funk, and Groove. The 5-piece group is led by singer-songwriters Lange Eve (guitar, vox) and Sarah Roberts (ukulele, vox)- who bring their soulful and engaging energy while showcasing original music. The ladies are backed by Matt Gardner on lead guitar, Brian Grasso on bass, and Matthew Roberts on drums. The Feels unites a mix of artists who have been infused in the WNC music scene for 20+ years- including members from Ménage, The Mojo Brothers Blues Band, The Afromotive, High Flying Criminals, Plankeye Peggy, and many more. Venue and ticketing information:We are family friendly, but shows are 21+ unless accompanied by a parent.This is a general admission show. There are tables within the venue that are available on a first come, first serve basis. There is a garage door behind the stage that remains open in good weather so that you can enjoy the show from inside or outside.For more information visit our FAQ page or reach out to us directly.","startDate":"2026-11-01T00:00:00.000Z","location":"185 King Street, Brevard, NC","zip":"28712","organizer":"185 King Street","price":"Unknown","url":"https://185kingst.com/event/the-feels-8/185-king-street","imageUrl":"https://185kingst.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/etix-The_1633921737563877.jfif","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Indie Soul","R And B","Funk Grooves","Female Fronted","Original Music"],"aiSummary":"Soulful indie-soul and R&B-funk grooves led by singer-songwriters on guitar, ukulele, and vocals, backed by lead guitar, bass, and drums. Expect engaging original tunes and deep WNC-scene chemistry in an intimate club-style setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":12,"scoreRarity":3,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"Live band night at 185 King Street fits the venue’s frequent concert cadence (multiple similar shows every 1–2 weeks), so it’s not very rare. The female-fronted indie-soul/R&B-funk fusion and original material add some distinctiveness, but it’s still within standard club live-music programming. Likely a solid local/regional draw in an intimate room rather than a major headliner, with typical mingle-before/after-show socializing but mostly a listen-and-watch format.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:57.039Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:57.039Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:26.648Z"},{"id":"c067ba62-4b89-482f-83a1-b6cb86266c2d","sourceId":"pisgah-jerrys-dead-halloween-show-10-cover","source":"PISGAH_BREWING","title":"Jerry’s Dead Halloween Show – $10 Cover","description":null,"startDate":"2026-11-01T00:00:00.000Z","location":"Pisgah Brewing Company, 2948 US-70, Black Mountain, NC","zip":"28711","organizer":"Taproom Stage","price":"Free","url":"https://pisgahbrewing.com/event/jerrys-dead-halloween-show-10-cover/taproom-stage/black-mountain-north-carolina","imageUrl":"https://pisgahbrewing.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/jerrys-dead-halloween-show-10-cover.jpeg","tags":["Live Music","Holiday","Beer","Grateful Dead Tribute","Jam Band","Taproom Venue"],"aiSummary":"Psychedelic Grateful Dead tribute jams bring familiar improvisational rock and Halloween spirit to a brewery taproom stage. Expect a lively night of classic Dead tunes and craft beer in Black Mountain.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":17,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"A Halloween-themed Dead tribute at this venue appears to be a limited special rather than the weekly shows listed at another brewery. It offers lively local jam-band entertainment and a brewery setting, but is not a major touring act or especially interactive.","scoreAshevilleWeird":5,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T00:08:39.034Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T00:08:39.034Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:26.400Z"},{"id":"daf55446-8d37-464f-85ad-e9d7f4e08cf4","sourceId":"mx-10132863","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"Party Foul Drag","description":"Party Foul Drag hosted by Ida Carolina and Priscilla.","startDate":"2026-11-01T00:00:00.000Z","location":"The Odd, 55 College St., Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Cary G. and James H.","price":"$10.00","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/party-foul-drag-at-the-odd/2026-10-31/","imageUrl":"https://mountainx.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Screenshot-2025-12-12-at-12.20.51-PM-1100x586.png","tags":["Nightlife","LGBTQ+","Comedy","Drag Show","Campy Humor","Hosted Event","Downtown Bar","Late Night"],"aiSummary":"Late-night drag antics with hosts Ida Carolina and Priscilla, mixing campy stage banter, big looks, and crowd-play energy. A queer-forward bar-night vibe geared toward adults in a downtown venue.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":1,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-06T00:07:35.270Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-06T00:07:35.270Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:04.529Z"},{"id":"5a9b3ecb-bdb2-4e31-b0a7-28710f48d274","sourceId":"mx-1069859","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"Dollyween","description":"Live Dolly Parton cover band with Fancy and Friends, Dolly look a-like contest, costumes encouraged, dancing even more so!","startDate":"2026-11-01T00:30:00.000Z","location":"Eda's Hide-a-Way, 1098 New Stock Rd, Weaverville","zip":"28787","organizer":"Eda's Hide-a-Way","price":"$10","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/dollyween-live-dolly-parton-cover-band-with-fancy-and-friends-dolly-look-a-like-contest-costumes-encouraged-dancing-even-more-so-drink-specials-and-good-times-lets-celebrate-two-wonderful-thin/","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Dance","Holiday","Country Covers","Costume Contest","Dolly Parton"],"aiSummary":"Dance to Dolly Parton country covers by Fancy and Friends, then show off Halloween costumes in a Dolly look-alike contest. 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Known for theirdynamic live performances, the band delivers a powerful blend of intricate arrangements, tightthree-part harmonies, and extended improvisations that bring new life to the genre.Their debut album What a Life arrived in February 2026, capturing the group's adventurousspirit and balance between heartfelt songwriting and soaring instrumental work. The recordhonors the roots of bluegrass while boldly exploring its modern evolution, featuring a guestappearance from bluegrass legend Sam Bush on fiddle and harmony vocals and mastering bytwo-time GRAMMY Award winner David Glasser at Airshow Mastering.Each member of Magoo brings a distinctive voice and musical strength to the project. DobroistDylan Flynn, winner of the 2024 RockyGrass Dobro Competition, adds soulful depth andmelodic warmth. Guitarist Erik Hill, runner-up in the RockyGrass Flatpicking Contest, drives theband's rhythmic pulse with power and precision. Mandolinist Courtlyn Bills injects fiery solosand inventive arrangements, while bassist Denton Turner grounds the sound with groove,timing, and subtle dynamics. Together, they form a sound that is rich, cohesive, andunmistakably their own.Magoo's recent achievements include first place at UllrGrass Band Competition and Clash ofthe Strings, second at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival Band Competition, and a sold-outheadlining show at the Bluebird Theater in Denver. Their festival appearances at WinterWonderGrass, Grand Lake Folk Festival, RapidGrass, and Huck Finn Jubilee have solidifiedtheir reputation as one of the most exciting new acts in the progressive bluegrass scene.With What a Life now out to the world, Magoo stands poised for a breakout year, bridging theheart of traditional bluegrass with the fearless innovation of a new generation.https:/www.facebook.com/magoothebandhttps:/www.instagram.com/magoothebandhttps:/youtube.com/@magoothebandhttps:/open.spotify.com/artist/5WekSJls7QTlBwgvrUvVDyhttps:/music.apple.com/us/artist/magoo/1703500618tiktok.com/@magoo.the.band Ages 18 and up","startDate":"2026-11-01T01:00:00.000Z","location":"Asheville Music Hall, 31 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Asheville Music Hall","price":"Unknown","url":"https://ashevillemusichall.com/event/magoo-w-suns-of-stars/asheville-music-hall-live-music","imageUrl":"https://ashevillemusichall.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/magoo-w-suns-of-stars.jfif","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Progressive Bluegrass","Three Part Harmonies","Extended Improvisation","String Band","High Energy Set"],"aiSummary":"Progressive bluegrass with tight three part harmonies, intricate string arrangements, and long improvisational stretches that push traditional roots into modern territory. 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Social vibe is typical concert mingling/bar-hang, not a structured mixer.","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:54.195Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:54.195Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:26.258Z"},{"id":"7ce07ce4-27ed-491a-8af3-8190aec451d3","sourceId":"2002737304189","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"LPP 1 year anniversary Halloween weekend bash","description":"Join us for LPP’s 1 year anniversary Halloween weekend bash – spooky fun, great vibes, and epic celebrations!","startDate":"2026-11-01T02:00:00.000Z","location":"39 Banks Ave, 39 Banks Avenue, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"39 Banks Ave","price":"$13","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lpp-1-year-anniversary-halloween-weekend-bash-tickets-2002737304189","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1194832145%2F255114888486%2F1%2Foriginal.20261001-164012?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=54442e84f59b7231b108c84c799267cc","tags":["Holiday","Nightlife","Spooky Party","Anniversary Bash"],"aiSummary":"Spooky Halloween weekend energy meets a one-year anniversary celebration, with festive atmosphere, eerie seasonal fun, and an upbeat party gathering in Asheville for a memorable night out.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":16,"scoreRarity":7,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"A once-a-year Halloween party with a one-year anniversary twist, but the description suggests a familiar local nightlife bash rather than a distinctive production. 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Expect tight rhythm section pocket, extended improvisational jams, and a high energy late night club set.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":18,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"One-off touring/regional soul-funk/blues-rock late-night set at The One Stop (the venue has very frequent similar live-music nights weekly), so the specific act/date feels missable even if the format is common. Solid, danceable club show with jam elements but not a high-concept/weird hook; likely a good local-venue draw rather than a major headliner. Socializing is moderate—people mingle and dance, but it’s still primarily a watch-the-band concert.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-17T00:08:23.988Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-17T00:08:23.988Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:26.258Z"},{"id":"4e52c948-b57b-45c9-9666-68d960bc9719","sourceId":"aob-73gi2kt3t541lnu92cqerpijri@google.com-1793509200000","source":"ASHEVILLE_ON_BIKES","title":"Slonuts.avl group ride","description":"Ride every Monday at 8:00. 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In 88 seconds, one Southern city shattered over irreconcilable visions of America’s past and future. When the shooters are acquitted in the courts, Reverend Johnson, his wife Joyce, and their allies, at odds with the police and the Greensboro establishment, sought alternative forms of justice. As the Johnsons rebuilt their lives after 1979, they found inspiration in Nelson Mandela’s post-apartheid Truth and Reconciliation Commission and Martin Luther King Jr’s concept of Beloved Community and insist that only by facing history’s hardest truths can healing come to the city they refuse to give up on. This intimate, deeply researched, and heart-stopping account draws upon survivor interviews, court documents, and the files from one of the largest investigations in FBI history. The persistent mysteries of the case touch deep cultural insecurities and contradictions about race and class. 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We occasionally stop to regroup, but ideally we maintain a reasonable pace and no one gets dropped so there's no need to stop. When we stop, Please get all the way off the road! Also, be ready to roll once the stragglers approach as they won’t stop, (unless there are cars behind them). We don’t want cars separating our group. 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A free classic soul/blues/R&B set is solid, danceable brewery entertainment but not especially high-concept or “Asheville weird.” Likely a good local draw for a taproom stage with moderate mingling/dancing potential.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-25T00:08:46.465Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-25T00:08:46.465Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:26.454Z"},{"id":"d0077638-30bf-4abe-aaaa-8018802368fc","sourceId":"mx-10130637","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"Bluegrass Jam w/Drew Matulich","description":"Featuring music from the best pickers from all over WNC. 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Tasjan, despite writing and recording some of the most astute Americana rock songs of the last decade and being nominated for a Grammy, just didn’t see a future for an independent singer, songwriter, and guitarist like himself.\n\nSnider read Tasjan’s email and immediately replied: “I think I have some ideas. I’ll write you back tomorrow.”\n\nThe next morning, Tasjan awoke to a signature Todd Snider missive for how to move forward as an artist. It was a novel-length email that read like the battle plans for the Invasion of Normandy. Do this, Snider wrote. Then this. But never that. The specifics don’t matter — besides, that’d be giving away the secret — but Tasjan devoured his mentor’s words and took them to heart.\n\nHe began writing feverishly, unbothered by expectations and immune to any pressure to match his acclaimed albums like In the Blazes, Karma for Cheap, or his most recent, 2024’s Stellar Evolution. When he was through, Tasjan had Get Over It, Underdog, his most inspiring LP to date. Produced by Tasjan and his longtime sound engineer Mark Miller, the album is a celebration of the power of songwriting, the unbreakable bond of friendship, and the determination of the dark horse.\n\n“I went to the ultimate oasis for a singer, songwriter, and troubadour: Todd Snider. And he said, in very Todd fashion, ‘You can find your path forward by going backwards,’” Tasjan says with a laugh. “But he was right. I set aside my ego, played shows solo without my band, and wrote a lot of songs. In that process, I found my confidence again.”\n\nTragically, however, he lost his mentor. Snider died shortly after Get Over It, Underdog, was finished, leaving a void in the folk-rock scene that will prove nearly impossible to fill. But Tasjan is committed to carrying on Snider’s unbridled spirit and lifting up underdogs everywhere.\n\nOver 11 tracks, Tasjan’s new album kills sacred cows and pokes holes in the dam, while leaning hard into the idea of perseverance. In the talking-blues of “Science Friction,” he tells an abridged origin story of civilization that culminates with humankind editing itself out of its own picture. “Man made machines/putting man out of business,” he sings with a knowing wink. “Lost Alone,” meanwhile, finds him feeling like a “stranger in this town.” It’s a compact blast of indie-rock with a sing-along chorus that underscores Tasjan’s gift for writing infectious hooks.\n\nTasjan took pains to make sure that each song on Get Over It, Underdog was as concise and potent as it could be. Often, he’d run them by Snider for critiques, who shared stories of how the American songwriting treasure John Prine did likewise for him early in his career. The goal in writing was always to find the “emotional rock to stand on” of each song. Once Tasjan had that, he learned from Snider, he had something personal.\n\nMadeleine Kelson\nMadeleine Kelson is a Nashville based Americana artist. She pulls from a rich tradition of Folk, Country, and Americana, challenging its boundaries as a queer artist to represent the modern world. Madeleine spent her high school years in Chicago band, The Kelson Twins, playing venues including House of Blues and Thalia Hall, and landing a top Daytrotter Session with Paste Magazine. She later moved to Music City to pursue a solo career. Inspired by artists like Patty Griffin, Jason Isbell, andBrandi Carlile, her dynamic and down-to-earth storytelling and rich vocals are part of why NPR named her one 10 Nashville artists on the rise.\n\nOnce in Nashville, Madeleine won the 2017 International Bluegrass MusicAssociation’s (IBMA) Songwriter Showcase, and in 2018 released her acclaimed solo debut Siren, an introspective five-song EP with clean, melodic vocals backed by elegant countermelodies on violin. Praised by press for its genre-defying, sparse style and emotional richness, Siren earned Kelson comparisons to both Amos Lee and Gillian Welch.\n\nIn 2022, Madeleine released her debut, self-produced album, While I Was Away, on Olivia Records. Since its release she has gained praise from No Depression, been featured multiple times in NPR, and was a finalist in the prestigious Kerrville New Folk songwriting competition. Her queer country anthem, The Way I Do, became a viral TikTok hit with over 1.7 million views. Madeleine has been featured on Spotify editorial playlists including Queer as Folk, Emerging Americana, and Fresh Finds Folk. 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Praised by outlets like 303 Magazine, JamBase, and Live For Live Music, they've also earned acclaim from Westword, which proclaimed, \"The record has electrifying moments,\" and ThisSongIsSick, which raved, \"SunSquabi never fails to bring the funk.\" Along the way, they've sold out venues coast-to-coast, capturing one of their iconic Red Rocks gigs on SunSquabi (Live at Red Rocks). The trio has collaborated with String Cheese Incident, Late Night Radio, Lettuce, and GRiZ, among others. Much of their newest music has emerged from the synergy of marathon jam sessions, the energy of live gigs, and their ever-evolving creative chemistry. During the pandemic, SunSquabi deepened their bond as a band and stayed true to their core. Josh reflects, \"We've always stayed authentic to ourselves and the music we feel in our hearts. That's what keeps us going and what our fans connect with.\" In 2025, SunSquabi's mission remains clear: to uplift, inspire, and connect. 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Wearing nightmarish costumes and engaging in hallucinatory “rituals”, their singular sound comprising desert-scorched psychedelia, post-apocalyptic shamanism, and lo-fi ritual-folk is as unique as the physical theater of their live performances.","startDate":"2026-11-07T00:00:00.000Z","location":"AyurPrana Listening Room","zip":"28806","organizer":"AyurPrana Listening Room","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.facebook.com/events/1340958887478471/","imageUrl":"https://scontent-atl3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/736493868_1009240565368963_6833521007662953103_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_tt6&cstp=mx1920x1080&ctp=s960x960&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=75d36f&_nc_ohc=Kz6nR1ns0VUQ7kNvwE2eDSx&_nc_oc=Adrm6gbhzeDV3raKXoAQgdHpS2U9CnMHTpVUF_C7M4x_KHxxzfSyedXqvwaNMpyzUcM&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-2.xx&_nc_gid=HKXWyfG-Zmoai7iO0rBbNw&_nc_ss=7b1a0&oh=00_AQMxONuvIt-t8JJggTmPCHjlpWUXx-UywdmXt4G2KFpopg&oe=6AC49A89","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Psychedelic","Ritual Folk","Theatrical Costumes","Experimental","Listening Room"],"aiSummary":"Nightmarish costumed performance rituals collide with desert scorched psychedelia, lo fi ritual folk, and post apocalyptic shamanic noise in an immersive, theatrical live set. 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Together, they create a sound firmly grounded in bluegrass tradition while remaining fresh, spontaneous, and unmistakably their own. At the center is Platt's warm, recognizable voice and relaxed stage presence, surrounded by powerful harmony singing and world-class musicianship. Their performances move naturally between driving bluegrass, thoughtful ballads, original material, and songs chosen simply because they love to play them. There is virtuosity onstage, but never at the expense of the song. The result feels less like a collection of decorated musicians and more like what the band truly is: friends and neighbors making music together. With The Bluegrass Gentlemen, Platt honors the music that shaped him without treating tradition as something frozen in time. Rich harmonies, tasteful arrangements, inspired picking, and the easy chemistry of musicians who genuinely enjoy playing together give every performance its own character. For this Brevard native, the latest chapter feels in many ways like a return to where it all began: the mountains of Western North Carolina, good songs, great musicians, and the connection that happens when people gather around music. Woody Platt & The Bluegrass Gentlemen carry that spirit forward-deeply rooted in bluegrass tradition and the mountains they call home, while always looking toward what comes next. Cody Hale will open the show. Venue and ticketing information:We are family friendly, but shows are 21+ unless accompanied by a guardian. For this show you have the option of purchasing a table or a general admission ticket. When purchasing a table you are purchasing the number of tickets that the tables seats. For example if you purchase a 4-top table you are purchasing 4 tickets General admission tickets gain you access to the rear of the venue, behind the seated sections as well as the backyard. There are tables outside and limited seating in the indoor general admission area. For more heavily attended shows the indoor general admission area is standing room only. There is a garage door behind the stage that remains open in good weather so that you can enjoy the show from inside or outside. Our general rule is if the temperature will remain above 50 degrees for the duration of the show the door will remain open. For more information visit our FAQ page or reach out to us directly.","startDate":"2026-11-07T00:00:00.000Z","location":"185 King Street, Brevard, NC","zip":"28712","organizer":"185 King Street","price":"Unknown","url":"https://185kingst.com/event/woody-platt-the-bluegrass-gentlemen-with-special-guest-cody-hale/185-king-street","imageUrl":"https://185kingst.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/woody-platt-the-bluegrass-gentlemen-with-special-guest-cody-hale.jfif","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Bluegrass","Grammy Winner","Acoustic Stringband","Western Nc Roots","Intimate Listening Room"],"aiSummary":"High-lonesome bluegrass vocals and tight acoustic picking led by Brevard native and Steep Canyon Rangers cofounder Woody Platt, backed by the Bluegrass Gentlemen. 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As they tapped into their infinite fascination with that strange duality, singer/guitarist John McCauley, guitarist/singer Ian O’Neil, drummer/singer Dennis Ryan, and bassist Christopher Ryan assembled a batch of songs exploring desperation, grief, redemption, and resilience with both cinematic detail and lived-in emotionality. A sharp new turn from one of indie-rock’s most enduringly vital forces, Coin-O-Matic arrives as a complicated love letter to a way of life slowly slipping from the collective memory.\n\nThe follow-up to Emotional Contracts (hailed by Uncut as one of 2023’s best albums), Coin-O-Matic takes its title from a cigarette-vending-machine company that served as the headquarters of Raymond Patriarca—a legendary mobster who ran one of the most ruthless crime families in U.S. history. “If you grew up in Rhode Island years ago, you’d see all these mobsters on the news and then run into them at a restaurant on Federal Hill,” says McCauley, referring to Providence’s version of Little Italy. “They were criminals but also very colorful characters, and I wanted the album to partly reflect a certain nostalgia for that kind of seediness.”\n\nRecorded at Deer Tick’s home studio, Coin-O-Matic marks their first self-produced album in their two-decade-plus lifespan, during which they’ve enlisted A-list producers like Dave Fridmann (a Grammy-winner known for his work with The Flaming Lips and Spoon). “At first it was daunting not to have that extra ear in the studio, but it felt like the right time to peel off the Band-Aid and fully trust ourselves,” says O’Neil. “Since we were working in our own space and there weren’t any limitations on time, we had the freedom to take these four-guys-in-a-room rock songs and experiment with different ways of decorating them.” Featuring guest musicians like Los Lobos’ Steve Berlin (on baritone saxophone) and former Deer Tick member Rob Crowell (on organ), Coin-O-Matic frequently brings a live-wire immediacy to their finespun storytelling. “We’ve never been so comfortable making a record, and I think you can feel that in the performances,” says Dennis, who engineered the LP. “We weren’t beholden to anyone else’s idea of what Deer Tick sounds like, and because of that this album feels like an unfettered capturing of who we are as a band.”\n\nCentered on a series of vignettes that merge personal memory and extravagantly nuanced fiction, Coin-O-Matic opens on “Dog Years”—a quietly devastating track that begins in folky intimacy before building to a sorrowful catharsis. In dreaming up the song’s storyline, McCauley looked back on an assisted-living facility near his childhood home, where his own grandfather spent the final years of his life. “The main character of ‘Dog Years’ is based on the guys I used to watch playing chess outside that building or hanging out at the bus stop, smoking cigarettes and shooting the shit,” says McCauley. “I imagined an older gentleman losing his partner and that loss accelerating his aging—almost like he was doing seven years of damage with every passing year.”\n\nDeeply informed by the singular experience of growing up Irish-Catholic, Coin-O-Matic next jolts into the ramshackle jangle-pop of “Mary Singletary” and its tender but irreverent tale of interfaith teenage lust. “Most of the stories on the album are from my parents’ generation and the generation before that, when the idea of a Catholic and a Protestant getting together was very scandalous,” says McCauley. “With that song in particular, I liked the idea of writing about Catholic guilt and pre-marital sex and adding in a little bit of Looney Tunes-style violence—sometimes as a young Catholic boy, I did imagine a vengeful God cutting me down in a cartoonish kind of way.”\n\nGraced with all the grit and warmth of a classic heartland-rock anthem, “ACI” channels a raw desolation and its first-person portrait of a man imprisoned at the Adult Correctional Institutions outside Providence. “When we were working on the album, I used to drive past the ACI a couple times a week and think of all the stories I’ve heard about the mobsters who ended up there,” says McCauley. “That song started with us throwing ideas around in soundcheck, and over time I realized it was meant to be a prison song about the getaway driver of a robbery gone wrong.” Later, on “Exit Door,” Coin-O-Matic inhabits a gut-punching melancholy as Deer Tick depict an ex-con’s return to a world he barely recognizes. “I pictured someone who’s maybe in his 70s, and he’s getting out of prison and all his favorite restaurants are gone, everything’s completely different now,” says McCauley. “On one level it’s a celebratory moment of getting your freedom back, but I imagine it’s also really unsettling and confusing for a lot of people.”\n\nLending a more intimate layer to Coin-O-Matic’s underlying theme of impermanence, “Everything Born” finds O’Neil taking the lead and delivering a bittersweet meditation on the inextricable nature of love and grief. “I started that song pretty soon after my son was born, and I was thinking about how anything that comes into existence will eventually be lost and therefore mourned,” says O’Neil, who now has a seven-year-old son and five-year-old daughter. “It’s tough to view the world through that lens, but I wanted to write a song for my children that also speaks to that feeling of precariousness.” Another look at the delicate arc of life and love, “Candy Cigarettes” closes out Coin-O-Matic with a gorgeously devastating love song partly inspired by a local monument to those who died in the 1981 hunger strike (a protest of British policy against Irish political prisoners). “It’s a song about childhood sweethearts, one of whom comes from Northern Ireland and maybe has a family connection to one of the hunger strikers,” McCauley explains. “There’s some allusions to recent Irish history but in a very subtle way—mostly I wanted to write a pro-immigrant song, and a song about a love that lasts an entire lifetime.”\n\nIn its soulful contemplation of recklessness and consequence, longing and devotion, Coin-O-Matic ultimately joins the canon of rock albums whose geographically rooted storytelling reveals deeper truths about the human experience. “I think there’s something universal in stories of regret and loss and poor decisions, even if they’re told through the lens of all the odd characters in this little state of ours,” O’Neil points out. “One of the reasons I wanted us to make this album is that I think Rhode Island deserves to be a contender for a place that people sing about,” McCauley adds. “Sonically there’s nothing country about it, but to me it almost feels like a country record set in an urban environment—there’s definitely some outlaws in there. 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Deer Tick is a well-known indie/alt-country act with solid draw for Asheville music fans (regional-to-national caliber for a club), but it’s a straightforward concert (not especially ‘Asheville weird’) and social interaction is mostly incidental like any standing-room show.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T02:40:37.415Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-27T02:40:37.415Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:08:58.242Z"},{"id":"89fd3624-46ee-4949-b811-056f5ad01371","sourceId":"1572189190906917","source":"FACEBOOK","title":"Rumours ATL: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute","description":"Rumours ATL: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute\r\nFriday, November 06\r\nShow: 8 pm | Doors: 7 pm\r\nThe Orange Peel\r\nFor over a decade, Rumours ATL: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute has proven to be the most authentic live recreation of Fleetwood Mac’s golden era.\r\n\r\nWith a reverence for the legendary group’s rich history, Rumours ATL: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute masterfully captures the magic of Fleetwood Mac’s iconic sound. From the hauntingly beautiful melodies of “Rhiannon” and “Songbird” to the electrifying energy of “Go Your Own Way,” every performance is a journey through the timeless classics that defined a generation and continues to influence pop and rock music today.\r\n\r\nEach member of Rumours ATL: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute brings a unique touch to their role, immersing themselves in the essence of their iconic counterparts. Their attention to musical detail ensures that every show resonates with the essence of Fleetwood Mac’s original spirit. Yet, beyond the impeccable recreations, there is an enigmatic quality to their performances that keeps audiences guessing and longing for more.\r\n\r\nThe band’s allure lies not just in their exceptional musicianship, but in their ability to evoke the mystical charm of Fleetwood Mac. They weave an experience that transcends mere imitation, offering a glimpse into the soul of the legendary band’s performances. Their intricate harmonies and evocative stage presence creates an atmosphere where each concert feels both familiar yet enchantingly new.\r\n\r\nRumours ATL: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute invites you to step into a world where the legend of Fleetwood Mac comes alive once more. With a blend of nostalgia and intrigue, their shows promise a unique adventure that longtime fans and newcomers alike will cherish.\r\n\r\n—————-\r\n“Rumours ATL is a pleasure to work with and extremely dedicated to bringing a Fleetwood Mac experience to our audiences at every show. Which they sell out each time.” Peter Moshay, Grammy Winner and sound engineer for Daryl Hall and John Oates, Live from Daryl’s House\r\n\r\n“We love having Rumours ATL play our venue. They’re always so fun and get along with the staff great! They also sell a lot of tickets and their shows are awesome.” Jason Westbrook, Production Manager Iron City, Birmingham Alabama\r\n\r\n“We love having Rumours ATL and I love lighting their shows. 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Big, broadly appealing Fleetwood Mac singalong energy but still a tribute/cover concept rather than truly novel. Likely strong regional draw and solid crowd size for Orange Peel, though not a national-headliner original act. Mostly conventional rock-night vibe with moderate socializing before/after the set.","scoreAshevilleWeird":2,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-18T17:14:41.612Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-18T17:14:41.612Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:08:57.236Z"},{"id":"a7070538-b4dd-4429-9ef4-2d1611aa0c58","sourceId":"ge-satsang-elohim-tour-2026","source":"GREY_EAGLE","title":"SATSANG: Elohim Tour 2026","description":"ALL AGESSTANDING ROOM ONLY VIP MEET & GREET PACKAGES AVAILABLE INCLUDING: • One general admission ticket • Early venue entry • Intimate soundcheck performance by Satsang (Solo) • Q&A session with Satsang • Collectible tour poster, signed by Satsang • Commemorative pre-show tour laminate • Limited availability SATSANG Drawing inspiration from a diverse array of musical traditions, Satsang's sound is characterized by rich harmonies, infectious rhythms, and thought-provoking lyrics that resonate with audiences across the globe. 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Cleverly avoiding the \"tribute\" trope, Weird Phishes continues to push the envelope of what a mashup band can be, delivering performances that need to be experienced in order to believe.\r\nA quick glance at the band’s social media gives a glimpse into why this unlikely mashup proves worthwhile. “Bought tickets on a whim because I love both bands, had wanted to check out the club, and thought it would be amusing. I was not expecting such incredible musicianship and thought that had gone into their set...it was one of the best shows I’ve seen in years.” Said one user. “Clean, creative mashups of a favorite album and great Phish selections. Great energy.” says another. “Impossibly excellent show.”\r\nIn July 2019, Weird Phishes solidified their place in the New England jam community, playing back-to-back afterparties after Phish’s performances at Fenway Park. With a growing fanbase and an ever-changing setlist, the band continued their breakout year with a fall run to the midwest. In a weird bout of poetic justice, Weird Phishes was the last band to play at northeast jam-staple venue Nectar's before the coronavirus pandemic of 2020.\r\nWhen live music came back in 2021, Weird Phishes returned with a force. The band made its triumphant return with a headlining performance at the inaugural Safe and Soundz festival, and took a victory lap with appearances across the northeast at Circus of Life Festival and a sold-out performance to christen Boston's newest venue, Aeronaut Cannery.\r\n\r\nPurchase Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/servlet/s/38224471\r\n ","startDate":"2026-11-07T03:00:00.000Z","location":"55 College Street\r\nAsheville, NC 28801-2819","zip":"28801","organizer":"Asheville Music Hall & The One Stop","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.facebook.com/events/1393652675930471/","imageUrl":"https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/730001705_1674286664698332_2975537759776192822_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_tt6&cstp=mx1200x677&ctp=s960x960&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=75d36f&_nc_ohc=6f52AuZsElMQ7kNvwF58H4j&_nc_oc=AdqkeRl_EaE2dSp-5MsIHSnIg7eyd57WBrbP9nSCcvFI5p3qYGRmvil58i_omGR_keM&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&_nc_gid=4PtJXKzAVGAVsDmAw9alAg&_nc_ss=7b1a0&oh=00_AQMQr5r5gOL58K-FVkMR-rnsd2kUV-Muulhla-f3VKhPTA&oe=6AC4A3DD","tags":["Live Music","Radiohead","Jam Band","Alt Rock","Funk Grooves","Song Mashups"],"aiSummary":"Melancholy Radiohead alt-rock classics transform into danceable, crunchy jams driven by gluey funk and improvisation. 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Graze between food trucks and casual live entertainment in a walkable 7th Avenue District setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":12,"scoreRarity":3,"scoreUnique":4,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Weekly farmers market (Oct 3 to Nov 7 at same market suggests regular cadence), so not very missable. Broadly appealing local food + crafts + food trucks with some live entertainment gives it solid weekend energy and a decent crowd, but it’s a standard market format (not especially unique or ‘Asheville weird’). 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An all-White jury later acquitted him in 28 minutes.Award-winning playwright and performer Mike Wiley brings Spicely, the driver, and a chorus of witnesses back to life in this searing solo show — excavating a story that faded from public memory in a city known for its progressive views, visionary Black entrepreneurs, and institutes of higher learning.Join Mike Wiley for a Q&A following each performance.","startDate":"2026-11-08T00:30:00.000Z","location":"North Carolina Stage Company, 15 Stage Lane, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"North Carolina Stage Company","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.ncstage.org/productions/mike-wiley-presents-changing-same/#2026-11-08T00:30:00.000Z","imageUrl":"https://assets.thundertix.com/events/multi/211360/template3/Changing_Same.png?1783008017","tags":["Theater & Film","Community","Education","Historical Storytelling","Civil Rights History","Solo Performance","Ymi Cultural Center","Jim Crow South"],"aiSummary":"A gripping solo theater piece recounts the 1944 killing of Black soldier Pvt. 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Expect R rated shenanigans, party vibes, and a rowdy late-night crowd in a cozy parlor setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":16,"scoreRarity":6,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"Recurs about monthly at Story Parlor (Sep 5 → Oct 3 → Nov 7), so it’s missable but not rare. High-energy, R-rated ‘Whose Line’-style improv is a solid, broadly fun night out, though not a huge headliner draw in a cozy venue. Mild Asheville vibe (rowdy parlor comedy) and moderately social since audience suggestions and the pre/post-show hang can spark interaction, but it’s still mostly a watch-the-show format.","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-14T00:08:26.384Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-14T00:08:26.384Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-08-27T00:08:38.041Z"},{"id":"38c2a7da-2cb1-4aa3-b203-0c9edd6c834c","sourceId":"static-f37c5ee2-7a00-461b-93d2-1b0c7612e27e","source":"STATIC_AGE","title":"Hook of Moon (Album Release) / I26connector / Lilac Drive","description":"Hook of Moon (Album Release) / I26connector / Lilac Drive (RDU)","startDate":"2026-11-08T01:00:00.000Z","location":"Static Age Records, 713 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Static Age Records","price":"Free","url":"https://www.staticagenc.com/events/hook-of-moon-album-release-i26connector-lilac-drive","imageUrl":"https://cdn.sanity.io/images/maucgopb/production/937623123f35360ed17a3de4a769b7664ac7c01e-5285x4360.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Album Release","Raleigh Durham Bands","Record Store Venue"],"aiSummary":"An album release show brings Hook of Moon together with Raleigh-Durham acts I26connector and Lilac Drive for an intimate multi-band concert in Asheville.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":13,"scoreRarity":3,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"Static Age hosts similar multi-band shows several times a month, so this format is fairly common despite the one-time album release. 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Not particularly ‘Asheville weird,’ and while people will mingle pre-show/bar-line, it’s mostly a watch-the-band concert format.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-18T17:14:43.525Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-18T17:14:43.525Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:08:58.242Z"},{"id":"8deadd8c-b89c-4e1d-b014-3f9e51955b93","sourceId":"ge-chatham-rabbits-w-murphy-campbell","source":"GREY_EAGLE","title":"Chatham Rabbits w/ Murphy Campbell","description":"ALL AGESPARTIALLY SEATED SHOW (please note the two options of SEATED or STANDING when purchasing) 7PM DOORS / 8PM SHOW CHATHAM RABBITS Partners in life and music, Sarah and Austin McCombie have captured the adoration of fans nationwide and praise from Garden & Gun, American Songwriter, Paste and No Depression. Amid an impressive touring schedule, the two have already released four full-length records and somehow find energy to run their farm in their home state of North Carolina, a work ethic and connection to community that comes through in their songwriting. In 2020, the band played 194 neighborhood concerts as part of their concept The Stay at Home Tour, allowing them to connect with fans in a time of need. The following year, the duo caught the attention of PBS and filmed a limited series titled On the Road that is currently airing nationwide. Their fourth album Be Real With Me was released independently on February 14, 2025 and has been called \"absolutely marvelous and beguiling\" by No Depression Magazine and \"a masterclasses in songwriting\" by Americana Highways. MURPHY CAMPBELL Murphy Campbell is a ballad singer and old time banjo player with deep roots in Western North Carolina. Having just released her debut EP \"Murphy Campbell\" last year and her upcoming album Revenant set to be released this winter, she is a fast rising star within the traditional community. A contemporary clawhammer banjoist rooted in the influences of the Toe River valley, Murphy has developed a playing style that speaks to those familiar and unfamiliar with old time. With a bold but memorably sweet voice that demands the ear listens, Murphy has preserved countless ballads from her family tree. Murphy's debut album Revenant is an act of preservation; over a dozen ballads from her ancestors recorded within a historic Mitchell county church under a mile from where her family settled hundreds of years ago. Performed with complete love and admiration for those who came before and complemented by her signature low tuned gut string banjo, it demonstrates that Murphy's age of 19 is not the age of her soul","startDate":"2026-11-08T01:00:00.000Z","location":"The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"The Grey Eagle","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/event/chatham-rabbits-w-murphy-campbell/grey-eagle-music-hall/asheville-north-carolina/","imageUrl":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/chatham-rabbits-w-murphy-campbell.jpeg","tags":["Live Music","Family","Folk Duo","Americana","All Ages","Partially Seated","Intimate Venue"],"aiSummary":"Americana and roots-forward songs from North Carolina partners Sarah and Austin McCombie, mixing close vocal harmonies with warm acoustic textures. 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For example if you purchase a 4-top table you are purchasing 4 tickets General admission tickets gain you access to the rear of the venue, behind the seated sections as well as the backyard. There are tables outside and limited seating in the indoor general admission area. For more heavily attended shows the indoor general admission area is standing room only. There is a garage door behind the stage that remains open in good weather so that you can enjoy the show from inside or outside. Our general rule is if the temperature will remain above 50 degrees for the duration of the show the door will remain open. 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These masters were role models who provided inspiration to both Larry and Jon to pursue careers as professional guitar players. Each has gone on to pioneer his own distinct interpretation of the bluegrass artform, as well as fusing genres from roots, jazz, prog, and beyond. Now, Keel and Stickley have themselves become new masters of acoustic guitar. With this act, the two celebrate the pure joy of playing acoustic guitar music as a duo, effortlessly complementing each other's rhythm and lead playing while never losing their own individual personality. Their sophisticated and awe-inspiring performances suit an array of venues including festival stages, listening rooms, private functions, and nightclubs. At the core of the Keel/Stickley Duo is an intimate conversation between two guitars and voices, done with superior skill and taste, with more than a hint of explosive late-night-jam vibe. Stream or buy the new Larry Keel & Jon Stickley EP on your favorite platform now! 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A low key evening for teens and adults to socialize, de stress, and create.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-30T18:07:12.045Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-30T18:07:12.045Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:21.950Z"},{"id":"eca5450e-ce80-4994-87b9-6fd6a0c8ead6","sourceId":"ncstage-265459-4","source":"NC_STAGE","title":"Mike Wiley at the YMI - Changing Same","description":"*Please note: All performances will take place at the YMI Cultural Center at 39 S. Market St. Downtown Asheville*On July 8, 1944, Private Booker T. Spicely boarded a bus in downtown Durham but never made it back to camp. The Black soldier, newly stationed at a nearby Army base and unfamiliar with the South’s Jim Crow laws, was shot twice in the chest by the bus driver after a dispute over his seat. He bled out on the side of the road. The driver reboarded the bus and continued his route. 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This 8-member Mountain Reggae powerhouse packs it full of roots meditations and high grade jams that awaken your spirit and soul! Chalwa’s high energy shows are one of a kind, featuring smooth vocals, percussion, bass, lead guitar, keys and saxophone. Their extensive collection of original music is interlaced with music from some of the Greats including, Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, Burning Spear, Bunny Wailer and even Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead.","startDate":"2026-11-08T20:00:00.000Z","location":"French Broad River Brewery, 101 Fairview Rd D, Asheville, NC 28803, NC","zip":"28803","organizer":"French Broad River Brewery","price":"Free","url":"https://mountainx.com/event/reggae-sunday-with-chalwa-2/2026-11-08/","imageUrl":"https://mountainx.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Black-Red-Grey-Bold-Creative-Upcoming-Events-Instagram-Story-Instagram-Post-4-copy-2.png.png-720x720.jpeg","tags":["Live Music","Beer","Family","Reggae","Roots Dub","High Energy","Weekly Series","Brewery Patio"],"aiSummary":"Roots reggae and dub grooves from an 8 piece Mountain Reggae band with smooth vocals, deep bass, and layered percussion. 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We occasionally stop to regroup, but ideally we maintain a reasonable pace and no one gets dropped so there's no need to stop. When we stop, Please get all the way off the road! Also, be ready to roll once the stragglers approach as they won’t stop, (unless there are cars behind them). We don’t want cars separating our group. Ride start location: Youngblood Bicycles 233 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC A route (Big Bird) https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46333397 https://www.strava.com/routes/3114690736749139388 B route (Sluder Shuffle) https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46333886 https://www.strava.com/routes/3202293603033693900 Please park on the south side of the building in the Brown Haven/Franny’s Farmacy lot or at Asheville Cleaners across the street, as our lot will be filled with cyclists for the pre-ride announcement.","startDate":"2026-11-12T23:00:00.000Z","location":"Youngblood Bicycles, 233 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, USA","zip":null,"organizer":"Asheville on Bikes","price":"Unknown","url":"https://ashevilleonbikes.com/events#7up47dts4hsvg3tevvp22smm5c_R20260507T220000@google.com-2026-11-12-1794524400000","imageUrl":"/avl_on_bikes.jpg","tags":["Fitness","Outdoors","Community","Road Cycling","Group Ride","Intermediate Pace","Leicester Hills","Weather Dependent"],"aiSummary":"Weekly evening road cycling group ride with A and B pace groups tackling 33 or 26 miles through the rolling hills of Leicester and Alexander. 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We believe that recovery means empowerment , and we support each other as partners walking the path together. We believe that recovery is rooted in finding our own inner wisdom and individual journeys. Link: https://recoverydharmaavl.org/ No due or fees required for attendance Join with Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/axy-tsxu-hmb Learn more about Meet at: https://support.google.com/a/users/answer/9282720","startDate":"2026-11-12T23:00:00.000Z","location":"Urban Dharma, 697 Haywood Rd Suite C, Asheville, NC 28806, USA","zip":"28806","organizer":"Urban Dharma","price":"Free","url":"https://www.udharmanc.com/events#2026-11-12-1794524400000","imageUrl":"/urban_dharma.jpg","tags":["Support Groups","Meditation","Spiritual","Community","Addiction Recovery","Peer Led","Buddhist Dharma","Empowerment Focus","Open Sharing"],"aiSummary":"Peer-led addiction recovery circle grounded in Buddhist Dharma teachings, blending meditation practice with open sharing and mutual support. A compassionate, empowerment-focused community space for anyone working with addictive tendencies and seeking freedom from suffering.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-15T00:06:47.256Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-15T00:06:47.256Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:25.336Z"},{"id":"470f2695-9be3-4817-88f5-9ce9bde37600","sourceId":"mx-10146217","source":"MOUNTAIN_X","title":"Dementia Partners Support Group","description":"This community group offers support to those with dementia or those supporting loved ones with dementia. 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We are unable to distribute the songs electronically due to copyright restrictions.\n\nUkuleles to Borrow\n\nBring your own or borrow one of our ukuleles available for public use with your library card.\n\nTo learn more about borrowing a ukulele, go to: https://library.transylvaniacounty.org/borrow/stuff/\n\nContact\n\nContact Laura Sperry in Local History or Heather Reedy in Circulation for more information, questions, or details about the Ukulele Circle.\n\nAges: Everyone.\n\nHosted by Transylvania County Library, Transylvania County Library.","startDate":"2026-11-12T23:00:00.000Z","location":"Transylvania County Library, 212 S Gaston St, Brevard NC 28712","zip":"28712","organizer":"Transylvania County Library","price":"Free","url":"https://transylvaniacounty.librarycalendar.com/event/ukulele-circle-783","imageUrl":"https://transylvaniacounty.librarycalendar.com/sites/default/files/2026-06/Uke-group.jpg","tags":["Education","Community","Family","Ukulele","Beatles Songs","Beginner Friendly"],"aiSummary":"Strum Beatles songs with a welcoming group in a beginner-friendly ukulele circle. 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Known for his powerhouse live performances, Jesse is truly electrifying on stage - his soulful vocals expanding across silky guitars and hard-hitting grooves. You'd never guess that this soldier of the six string - all mischief, mayhem and virtuoso guitar playing - experienced crippling stage-fright long into his 20s. Today, the stage is his home and he's inviting you in, cold one in hand, for one helluva good time. Of course, he's more than a magnetising stage presence and great hair - Jesse has the goods to back this up. A master at connecting his personal experiences to his songwriting, he crafts wildly entertaining narratives of the challenges and eccentricities of life, pulling inspiration from all that surrounds him. His musings on love (both won and lost), the call of the road and the promise of what's round the corner draw similarities to JJ Cale, Leon Bridges, and Alabama Shakes. His innate musical talent and flexibility of style have seen him play with soul icon Booker T. 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A thrilling mix of Southern soul, blues, rock, and funk, Saratoga proved to be a gamechanger: a road trip-ready record filled with razor-sharp observations, vintage textures, and raw humanity. It also marked a major career milestone: Eddie 9V's soulful sound began reaching hundreds of thousands of new fans across the globe. Now signed to Easy Eye Sound - the Nashville-based label founded by Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys - Eddie 9V is preparing to release a brand-new album in 2026. And the momentum keeps growing. Since Saratoga dropped, Eddie's monthly listeners on Spotify have exploded from 8,000 to peaking at over 800,000.. Songs like \"Halo,\" \"Saratoga\" and \"Love Moves Slow\" have become SiriusXM Spectrum-certified tracks, gaining steady spins and major audience love. But this rise is years in the making. From the day he first slung a guitar on a local Georgia stage, Eddie 9V (born Brooks Mason) has been an artist to watch. First cutting his teeth in cover bands and regional blues circuits, he made the leap to full-time frontman with a name that couldn't be ignored. \"I wanted to start from scratch - and I ain't never heard of no bluesman named Eddie 9V.\" That leap paid off. His early albums Left My Soul In Memphis (2019) and Little Black Flies (2021) turned heads for their wild energy and vintage flair. 2022's Capricorn was a breakout moment, earning rave reviews from Classic Rock, The Guardian, and more. It debuted at #1 on the blues charts before being dethroned by Bonnie Raitt - \"a cool story to be able to say,\" Eddie laughs. By the time Saratoga arrived, Eddie 9V had evolved into a full-spectrum songwriter, tapping into deep wells of soul and storytelling alongside his brother and longtime collaborator Lane Kelly. Much of the album was recorded at their Echo Deco Studio in Atlanta, with some sessions at Denver's Crown Lanes Studio. From the disco-tinged horns of the title track to the fuzzed-out dreamscape of \"Delta,\" it's a record that widened the lens without losing the grit. Now with a major label partner, national tours, SiriusXM airplay, and streaming growth that shows no signs of slowing, Eddie 9V is poised for the next chapter. A new album is on the horizon. The band is sharper than ever. And if Saratoga was the ignition, what's coming next is the open highway. \"I'm already writing new songs,\" he says. \"You never stop.\"","startDate":"2026-11-14T01:00:00.000Z","location":"The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"The Grey Eagle","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/event/eddie-9v-2/grey-eagle-music-hall/asheville-north-carolina/","imageUrl":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/eddie-9v.jpeg","tags":["Live Music","Family","Nightlife","Southern Soul","Blues Rock","Funk Grooves","Standing Room Only","All Ages"],"aiSummary":"Southern soul, blues rock, and funk grooves collide in a standing-room-only set packed with vintage textures, gritty guitar tones, and road-trip storytelling energy. 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You can point to their Telluride andRockyGrass New Artist wins. You can talk about their musicianship, their harmonies, or theirability to command a room. All of those things are true. But they only tell part of the story.The Fretliners are carving their own path through American music, drawing from bluegrass,Americana, folk, and rock to create something that feels both familiar and completely their own.Their songs carry the weight of long roads, changing seasons, lost loves, and the quiet hopethat keeps people moving forward.What separates The Fretliners is not just how they play, but what they have to say. Their writingfeels rooted in something older than trends. They sing about places that shaped them, peoplewho stayed, memories that linger, and the moments that remind us we are still connected tosomething real.There is a kind of honesty in their music that cannot be manufactured. Each note feels lived-in,like old wood worn smooth by generations of hands. Each lyric feels like a conversation arounda fire, a story passed down because it still matters.The Fretliners are not chasing nostalgia. They are honoring what came before while creatingwhat comes next.This isn't revival. It's renewal. Venue and ticketing information:We are family friendly, but shows are 21+ unless accompanied by a parent.This is a general admission show. There are tables within the venue that are available on a first come, first serve basis. 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The new record is as sassy and self-possessed as lead track \"24/7,\" a fearless plunge into contagious rhythms and bold horn hits. Recorded at Echo Mountain Studios in the Booty Band's hometown, Asheville, N.C., Funk Life paired the musicians with engineer Julian Dreyer(Band of Horses, Avett Brothers, Zac Brown Band). The band was still arranging a couple of songs when tracking began, leaving room for the element of surprise. That spirit of excitement is captured on tracks like \"Quick E,\" an instrumental with plenty of swagger and vintage cool; the bold, woman-power manifesto \"Mama Feelgood\", originally recorded by Lyn Collins; and \"Wake Yo'Self,\" a caffeinated dance track that builds to a keys-driven crescendo. Funk Life is as modern as it is rooted in time-tested textures. The album was conceived in the back seat of a 1972 Impala while listening to a mix tape of P-Funk, Sly and the Family Stone, Buddy Miles, Aretha Franklin, Tower of Power, and James Brown. So pervasive are those influences that the track \"Living the Dream\" came to keyboardist/vocalist Mary Frances-Mama Funk when, in a sleep-charged vision, George Clinton and Garry Shider of P-Funk taught her the melodic riff. But as much as Funk Life offered the Booty Band a chance to zero in on the roots of funk music, it also reflects the band's never-ending quest to deliver its vision of funk and where the genre is heading. For trombonist Derrick Johnson, the album presented an opportunity to use different techniques and sounds in creating a full horn section. \"I think the process illuminated some concepts that will continue to be Booty Band staples as the band moves forward,\" he says. Innovation aside, the group has a keen sense of immediacy. \"When you walk away from a show, you want to remember something,\" says Mary Frances, and that's why the Booty Band focuses on contagious choruses. Funk Life's title track is as much an anthem as a deep groove, at once choreographed and organic. It's the kind of song that has fans singing along on first listen. In fact, the Booty Band takes its cues from the crowd: \"When the ladies are dancing, that's when you know the vibe is right,\" says Mary Frances. The band not only infuses its funk aesthetic with sparkle and buoyancy, but maximizes its onstage entertainment value. During a Booty Band show you might find band members in the crowd, on top of a bar, and definitely in yo face! Adding to the Booty Band's crowd-pleasing prowess is a knack for selecting prime cover tunes. Deep cuts and songs by female artists make the list, as do unexpected hip-hop offerings. \"They fit in our ecosystem,\" says Lee. \"We grew up with Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg, but they sample P-Funk, the Isley Brothers and classic funk. 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Rawhide has been meeting this need across continents and cultures since time immemorial. 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Each participant will take home your finished rawhide candle lantern, as well as the knowledge and skill to continue experimenting, adapting and following your inspiration wherever it leads.\n\nThis class will be held indoors on Saturday, November 14th, 2026 , from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm in Asheville, NC .\n\nAll Firefly Gathering workshops are hosted in the greater Asheville area, sometimes at private venues. For that reason, the actual venue address will be included in your Welcome email, approximately one week before the workshop. Please note that classes are not actually held at Westgate Parkway.\n\nClass Price includes all Materials for the Class\n\nThis class is suitable for all levels of experience! Moderate hand strength is helpful. The minimum age is 12 and participants under 16 must attend with an accompanying adult.\n\nStay in touch with our Facebook event: Rawhide Lanterns w/ Josh Barnwell\n\nAbout the Instructor: Josh Barnwell\nJosh Barnwell has been a lifelong student of traditional and endangered skills, starting with learning the plants and wildlife from the woods around his home and growing from there. With over 20 years of experience under his belt, he leads classes with enthusiasm and the philosophy that by learning these skills to directly meet our needs from the natural world and attaining a connection to and appreciation of that world, we connect and align ourselves to what it truly is to be a human living on this planet.\nJosh teaches for various gatherings, camps, and nature programs around the southeast and beyond. 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It’s a polished full-symphony classical program with strong regional draw and prestige for Asheville (likely a sizable audience), but the concept is conventional rather than ‘Asheville weird.’ Social interaction is low since it’s primarily a seated concert experience.","scoreAshevilleWeird":2,"scoreSocial":2,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-10T00:06:59.558Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-10T00:06:59.558Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:24.848Z"},{"id":"1bc1f066-df5a-47b7-9549-e22bbc553610","sourceId":"1997773901518","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Empty Bowls 2026","description":"Join us at a New Location for Empty Bowls 2026 to enjoy a local food, local art all while supporting Ruff'ton Roots Community Garden!","startDate":"2026-11-14T22:30:00.000Z","location":"246 N Main St, 246 North Main Street, Rutherfordton, NC","zip":"28139","organizer":"Ruff'ton Roots Community Garden","price":"$55","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/empty-bowls-2026-tickets-1997773901518","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1191242083%2F2198143462933%2F1%2Foriginal.20260817-140052?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=387c407b87fe067d27e8ba0a7dde0bc9","tags":["Dining","Art","Community","Fundraiser Dinner","Ceramic Bowls","Local Vendors","Community Garden Support","Family Friendly"],"aiSummary":"A community fundraiser pairing local food with handmade art pieces, with proceeds supporting Ruff'ton Roots Community Garden. Browse and purchase one of a kind bowls and enjoy a warm, neighborly gathering at a new location.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":18,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"A one-day, ticketed community fundraiser dinner pairing local food with handmade ceramic bowls—more special than typical weekly programming and fairly missable. It’s broadly appealing (food + art + cause) but not especially avant-garde, and the Rutherfordton location/organizer suggests a modest local draw rather than a major regional headliner. The format is naturally social (browsing bowls, mingling, shared meal), making it a strong meet-people event.","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":7,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-04T18:07:39.543Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-04T18:07:39.543Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:17.623Z"},{"id":"f926ab12-fd88-4e9d-b7aa-4f5b224c9b6e","sourceId":"1989884536214","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Tantra Speed Date® - Asheville! (Meet Singles Speed Dating)","description":"Join the speed dating revolution with a 94% connection rate! 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Hosted at a wellness center for a late-night, spark-focused social meetup.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":18,"scoreRarity":6,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Recurs at the same venue about monthly (Oct 3, Oct 10, then Nov 14), so it’s missable but not rare. The tantra-inspired chemistry games make it more high-concept than standard speed dating, with a distinctly Asheville alt-wellness vibe. Likely a solid local draw at a wellness center (not a huge prestige act), but the mechanics are explicitly designed for meeting new people, so social potential is maxed.","scoreAshevilleWeird":7,"scoreSocial":10,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-16T00:06:33.784Z","updatedAt":"2026-06-16T00:06:33.784Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-06-20T12:05:18.481Z"},{"id":"b7c446cc-8213-4bd7-9e2a-40afe8c7ce54","sourceId":"1975249288795","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"November Moon Madness -- Bare Dark Sky Observatory","description":"You asked for it ... Enjoy ALL THINGS MOON as we gaze at and study a brightly lit Moon and its craters!","startDate":"2026-11-14T23:15:00.000Z","location":"Mayland Earth to Sky Park & Bare Dark Sky Observatory (formerly called the EnergyXchange), 66 Energy Exchange Dr, Burnsville, NC","zip":"28714","organizer":"Bare Dark Sky Observatory","price":"$7","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/november-moon-madness-bare-dark-sky-observatory-tickets-1975249288795","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1171611068%2F217719860912%2F1%2Foriginal.20230202-221944?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=29954858723788083e8fed3d7faf1ea3","tags":["Outdoors","Education","Community","Astronomy Night","Moon Viewing","Telescope Observing","Family Friendly","Stargazing"],"aiSummary":"Late-night lunar observing at the Bare Dark Sky Observatory, focusing on a brightly lit Moon and its cratered surface through telescopes. 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But what if it's time to finally take that weight off of your shoulders? That's the heart behind the Making Peace With What I Can’t Control Tour with Lysa TerKeurst and Tasha Layton. Through this transformative night of biblical truth and worship, you'll learn to recognize fear-driven control in your life, surrender what was never yours to carry, and encounter the kind of peace that isn’t dependent on other people or circumstances.\n---------------------------------\nFor the protection of our ticket buyers and event participants, third party selling of tickets will not be permitted for any TPR. event pages. There has been an increase in fraudulent and unlawful scams around concert ticket sales online. To ensure everyone has an official ticket to the event through proper channels, we recommend you purchase your tickets through the official ticketing outlet for your event. Any purchases through 3rd parties or 3rd party ticketing sites are not guaranteed by TPR. and limits your ability to receive up to date information for the event and any necessary assistance.","startDate":"2026-11-15T00:00:00.000Z","location":"926 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806-2610, United States","zip":"28806","organizer":"TPR","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.facebook.com/events/954625710766677/","imageUrl":"https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/686167226_1520633179427816_6513190177894953614_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_tt6&cstp=mx1920x1080&ctp=s960x960&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=75d36f&_nc_ohc=ROhwfanZar4Q7kNvwEcu5YS&_nc_oc=Adopt4lYu3F0kXcmcI1wtbCiFfrXbm8PmUzyyrcRCp-CIjJD9aAggCsFsJ2jLmaaC80&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&_nc_gid=gy3ezPcC-B_zAvS-sWV-mw&_nc_ss=7b1a0&oh=00_AQK329LD4f-tKgjVyoW7OaR3g-oueFUxGRSe0gR1A69ovg&oe=6AB29EA2","tags":["Live Music","Spiritual","Christian Worship","Motivational Talk","Anxiety Resilience","Vip Conversation","Church Venue"],"aiSummary":"Christian singer songwriter Tasha Layton pairs heartfelt worship songs with Lysa TerKeurst’s faith-based talk from the “Making Peace with What I Can’t Control” tour. Expect an encouraging, reflective evening at a West Asheville church with VIP conversation and early-entry options.","interestedCount":436,"goingCount":32,"favoriteCount":0,"score":19,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":4,"scoreMagnitude":7,"scoreReason":"Tour stop featuring well-known faith author Lysa TerKeurst plus Christian artist Tasha Layton—likely a one-night-only Asheville date (highly missable). Broadly appealing within the Christian audience but not particularly novel/\"Asheville\" in vibe. 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Audience suggestions add moderate built-in social interaction without being a true mixer; vibe is artsy more than ‘Asheville weird.’","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-02T00:07:39.156Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-02T00:07:39.156Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:25.941Z"},{"id":"41962834-956c-4cea-8a7f-e9857babc366","sourceId":"storyparlor-five-spice-shunyu-nov2026","source":"STORY_PARLOR","title":"Five Spice - A Talk Show 五味人生 | Fall 2026","description":"Saturday | November 14 | 7:30 | Come to an intimate evening of connection and creativity as former Story Parlor Artist-in-Residence Shunyu Huang hosts a roundtable conversation and collaborative performance with guests from Asheville’s BIPOC community, celebrating the “five flavors of life” and the shared threads of humanity. | A Story Parlor Signature Event","startDate":"2026-11-15T00:30:00.000Z","location":"Story Parlor, 227 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Story Parlor","price":"Free","url":"https://storyparloravl.com/calendar/five-spice-shunyu-nov2026","imageUrl":"http://static1.squarespace.com/static/61900a9512461b21aae31923/61906d9e8c26cf03eb678719/6a8f4d6612b7922c2ba7bd58/1787861131910/Shunyu+-+Five+Spice.png?format=1500w","tags":["Theater & Film","Community","Talk Show Format","Roundtable Conversation","Collaborative Performance","Bipoc Voices","Intimate Evening"],"aiSummary":"An intimate talk show style roundtable blends candid conversation with a collaborative performance centered on the “five flavors of life.” Local Asheville BIPOC guests explore shared threads of humanity through storytelling, creativity, and connection.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":19,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"One-off, date-specific signature talk-show/roundtable + collaborative performance at Story Parlor (not a weekly series per similar-event spacing), making it fairly missable. 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The Black soldier, newly stationed at a nearby Army base and unfamiliar with the South’s Jim Crow laws, was shot twice in the chest by the bus driver after a dispute over his seat. He bled out on the side of the road. The driver reboarded the bus and continued his route. An all-White jury later acquitted him in 28 minutes.Award-winning playwright and performer Mike Wiley brings Spicely, the driver, and a chorus of witnesses back to life in this searing solo show — excavating a story that faded from public memory in a city known for its progressive views, visionary Black entrepreneurs, and institutes of higher learning.Join Mike Wiley for a Q&A following each performance.","startDate":"2026-11-15T00:30:00.000Z","location":"North Carolina Stage Company, 15 Stage Lane, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"North Carolina Stage Company","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.ncstage.org/productions/mike-wiley-presents-changing-same/#2026-11-15T00:30:00.000Z","imageUrl":"https://assets.thundertix.com/events/multi/211360/template3/Changing_Same.png?1783008017","tags":["Theater & Film","Community","Solo Performance","Historical Drama","Civil Rights","Jim Crow South","Ymicultural Center"],"aiSummary":"A gripping solo historical drama recounts the 1944 killing of Black soldier Pvt. 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A captivating evening of raw and honest theatre.","startDate":"2026-11-15T00:30:00.000Z","location":"Black Mountain Center for the Arts, 225 West State Street, Black Mountain, NC","zip":"28711","organizer":"Black Mountain Center for the Arts","price":"$29","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/no-matter-what-you-tell-me-by-benjamin-boucvalt-tickets-1997481132839","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1190724654%2F186688335207%2F1%2Foriginal.20260810-172855?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=4a2238a35b05e5041df6e4bf4639d5c2","tags":["Theater & Film","Community","Contemporary Theater","Raw Storytelling","North Carolina Premiere","Intimate Arts Center"],"aiSummary":"Raw, honest contemporary theater in an intimate arts center setting, presented as the North Carolina premiere of Benjamin Boucvalt’s work. 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On her new album Fools for the Fleeting, the Nashville-based musician reckons with the impermanence inherent to being human, shifting between poetic observation and confessional storytelling as she confronts such complex matters as ecological anxiety, love’s intrinsic fragility, and the profound isolation normalized by our increasingly digitized existence.\r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nHer third full-length and follow-up to 2024’s Mantras, Fools for the Fleeting emerged from Pruitt’s vision of creating an album that feels “rooted to the earth”—a concept closely tied to the LP’s underlying theme of nature as a mirror for our inner lives. 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Upon hearing the 'CertainlySo' demos, he felt a similar sentiment as Porter and Corder did- he must be involved. Hulbertjoined the team as producer. Certainly So and Hulbert gained access to East Avalon RecordingStudio in Muscle Shoals through RCA's Colin Lott during April 2020. Over the next two months,Hulbert and Lott teamed up to produce and engineer four weekend sessions, recording whatwould be the band's debut album Future Self Only Dreams. 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Playing for hours at a time on the street demanded a repertoire that could hold attention and sustain emotion, drawing them deep into traditional material and the discipline of close harmony. Over time, the songs became a common language, connecting what came before with the music they were making together. Building on their JUNO-nominated album Narrow Line (2022), Reunion reflects a world coming apart in plain sight, tracing fractured communities, the erosion of shared ground, and the growing awareness that the systems we were taught to trust no longer hold or deliver the promises they were meant to keep. The songs don't preach or prescribe; they reflect, holding up a mirror and leaving space for something else to take shape. Recorded just outside Nashville in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, Reunion features subtle contributions from bassist Paul Kowert (Gillian Welch & David Rawlings) and others, adding depth without pulling focus from the record's acoustic core. At its heart, Mama's Broke remains what it has always been: two voices, intertwined, both fragile and enduring. Reunion asks what it means to make something that lasts: not a place you're from, or even a place you return to, but what you make together, and how long it lasts, if you tend to it. Mama's Broke are touring their new album in North America and Europe throughout 2026 and 2027. NATHAN EVANS FOX North Carolina-bred, Nashville-based indie country artist Nathan Evans Fox writes songs that trace the fault lines between family, faith, labor, and inheritance, poignantly showcased on his forthcoming LP, Heirloom. Raised on four generations of family land at the end of a dead-end road in Glen Alpine, North Carolina, Fox grew up in a community shaped by mill closures, factory layoffs, and the slow erosion of working-class stability. 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Experiences include the favorite 35-ft. live Fraser fir in the Banquet Hall, a thousand poinsettias, miles of garland, and live music. \nBefore returning home, visit Monticello - Home of Thomas Jefferson. \nThe cost of this 5 day/4 night trip is $1335 per person based on double occupancy. A $150 deposit is due within 3 weeks of reservation. 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Captured by legendary Kentucky producer Duane Lundy, the eight-song LP runs the gamut of genres, all with thick threads of the blues and soul radiating from the tracks.\"We like a lot of different things, so let's start a band that's blues and soul, the rest being whatever else we feel like adding,\" Allen says. \"These are songs and stories of the struggles of Appalachian people, these little snapshots of time of what it's like to live around here.\"\"Inspiration comes and goes,\" Noelle adds. \"I've realized, in these later years of songwriting, I tend to write about my current life and where my heart is.\"Formed in 2017 by Noelle and Allen, the band came together when other creative endeavors weren't fulfilling the artistic desires and professional expectations of what the duo were envisioning. It was time to push down the gas pedal on the possibility and potential of what Magnolia Boulevard could be, and ultimately has become - in sonic design and in the live realm. \"The sound has been described as 'Appalachian Soul,' and I really like that because of our Appalachian roots,\" Noelle says. \"You get a taste of folk with the songwriting portion, but you also have that rock and soul foundation.\"Watching Noelle under the bright lights, her stage presence immediately conjures whispers in the audience, where her fiery vocal talents are compared to the likes of Susan Tedeschi, Bonnie Raitt, and Grace Potter. And yet, Magnolia Boulevard remains unique and steadfast in its approach. Read more... Venue and ticketing information:We are family friendly, but shows are 21+ unless accompanied by a parent.This is a general admission show. There are tables within the venue that are available on a first come, first serve basis. 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The band—comprised of Sade Sanchez (guitar/vocals), Irita Pai (bass), and Ellie English (drums)—began as an informal affair, but the sultry and beguiling reverb-draped songs they created caught on with the public, moving the project beyond the insular space of the band’s friends and peers in Southern California into the broader world. On their latest album, DOGGOD, the trio push their craft beyond their previous creative and geographical confines, opting to craft the material in Paris, recording the tracks at Motorbass Studio on the Rue de Martyrs. DOGGOD explores broader swaths of sonic terrain, employs a greater arsenal of tones, and probes larger existential and cosmic themes, all while retaining the band’s signature sense of the forbidden, the forsaken, and the foreboding.\r\n\r\nDOGGOD is a way of tackling the universal riddle tangled in the spiritual nature of love and devotion. “I feel like I’m some sort of servant or slave to love,” says Sanchez. “There’s a willingness to die for love in the process of serving it or suffering for it or in search of it… just in the way a loyal, devoted servant dog would.” The album title is a palindrome fusing together DOG and GOD—an exaltation of the submissive and a subversion of the divine. It’s a nod to the purity of dogs and an acknowledgement of their unconditional love and protective nature that’s at odds with the various pejoratives associated with the species. “There is this symbolic connection between women and dogs that expresses women’s subordinate position in society,” Sanchez explains. “And anything that embodies such divine characteristics never deserved to be a word used as an insult.”\r\n \r\nThese conflicted explorations of love and subservience manifest themselves in L.A. Witch’s fusion of their trademark smooth and smoky garage alchemy with a newfound utilization of post-punk’s disciplined reserve and icy instrumentation. Album opener “Icicle” captures the band journeying out of the proto-punk, psychedelia, and gritty riffage of the ‘70s into the chorus-drenched guitars and forlorn minimalism of Joy Division and early The Cure. A parallel is drawn between romantic suicide and martyrdom that carries over into the second song, “Kiss Me Deep.” Here Sanchez describes a love so pure that it transcends time and carries over into multiple lifetimes. It’s a song about passion delivered in the worldly and wounded stoicism of early goth pioneers. From there, the band segues into the lead single “777,” a song about devotion to the point of death. A propulsive beat, a driving distorted riff, and Sanchez’s ethereal vocals come together to create a song that’s both dire in its fatalism and sensual in its faithful passion.","startDate":"2026-11-21T01:00:00.000Z","location":"The Grey Eagle","zip":"28801","organizer":"The Grey Eagle","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.facebook.com/events/1716904866405989/","imageUrl":"https://scontent-atl3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/713843464_1431252855706936_6441940980043012079_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_tt6&cstp=mx1200x720&ctp=s960x960&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=75d36f&_nc_ohc=9t5zptrpQqoQ7kNvwG2ErqN&_nc_oc=AdpLtWKLZHa2A0hHa_AYi1Dkzss2UbENtRkb7JdHLyxoQP2P_E8x2MmoRVEUIs-abW4&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-2.xx&_nc_gid=PKz8jUO7luiAXDfSTT2Ljw&_nc_ss=7b1a0&oh=00_AQMnva2qFnGA4imA6PTQZRAvwVujwbEiXsRb__SvOpZMhg&oe=6AC4B5F6","tags":["Live Music","Family","Heavy Psych","Stoner Rock","Standing Room","All Ages Show","Rock Trio"],"aiSummary":"Heavy psych and stoner rock take over a standing-room club night with thick fuzz guitar, driving bass, and pounding drums from the King Buffalo trio, with L.A. 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We occasionally stop to regroup, but ideally we maintain a reasonable pace and no one gets dropped so there's no need to stop. When we stop, Please get all the way off the road! Also, be ready to roll once the stragglers approach as they won’t stop, (unless there are cars behind them). We don’t want cars separating our group. 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In a wartorn world defined by gender, class and personal tragedy, Jo March gives us her greatest story: that of the March sisters, four dreamers destined to be imperfect little women. In classic Kate Hamill fashion, a literary masterpiece is updated and refreshed for the modern age, with focus given to the strong, seldom well-behaved women who make history. Bursting with humor and emotional intelligence, this Little Women speaks across centuries and generations. 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Broadly appealing and family-friendly with recognizable songs/costumes, but not especially novel or “Asheville weird.” Likely a solid local draw for families/holiday visitors rather than a major regional headliner, and it’s primarily a seated spectator experience with limited built-in mingling.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-13T00:09:04.839Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-13T00:09:04.839Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:25.096Z"},{"id":"ce7cabd0-c1b3-419d-9e6e-76f63286ffba","sourceId":"ta-15462-1796430600000","source":"THEATER_ALLIANCE","title":"It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play","description":"Adapted by Joe Landry Directed by Glenna Grant Tune in. The holidays are about to come alive. It’s Christmas Eve, 1946, and the cast of radio station WBFR is bringing you a live broadcast of the most beloved holiday story ever told. Watch as a small ensemble of actors voices dozens of characters, conjuring an entire world, and the town of Bedford Falls, with nothing but microphones, sound effects, and pure theatrical magic. Follow George Bailey, a man who gave up his dreams again and again to help his neighbors, as he reaches his breaking point on Christmas Eve and is visited by Clarence, an angel still trying to earn his wings, who shows him what the world would look like if he’d never been born. Warm, witty, and wonderfully nostalgic, this charming production is a love letter to old-time radio, community, and the people who make life worth living.","startDate":"2026-12-05T00:30:00.000Z","location":null,"zip":null,"organizer":"HART Theatre","price":"Unknown","url":"https://ashevilletheateralliance.org/events/its-a-wonderful-life-a-live-radio-play-2/#2026-12-05T00:30:00.000Z","imageUrl":"https://ashevilletheateralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/itsawonderfullife-scaled-1.webp","tags":["Theater & Film","Holiday","Live Radio Play","Classic Christmas Story","Ensemble Cast","Sound Effects","Family Friendly"],"aiSummary":"A 1940s-style Christmas Eve radio broadcast springs to life as a small ensemble voices dozens of characters with microphones and live sound effects. 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In this re-imagining of the classic Christmas Carol story, the ghost gets his own journey — and it turns out redemption is just as hard to come by on the other side of the grave as it is on this one. 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Victorian ghost-story theater that wrestles with redemption beyond the grave.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-02T06:07:35.499Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-02T06:07:35.499Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:39.146Z"},{"id":"360e1fea-9b0e-4654-b104-961c95ce539c","sourceId":"ea-45016","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"The Comedy Zone: Andy Woodhull","description":null,"startDate":"2026-12-05T01:00:00.000Z","location":"Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Wortham Center for the Performing Arts","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/asheville/events/comedy-zone-andy-woodhull","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a7a2-cad7-3e10-a837313160c5-w-1200h-900-55dd79-comedy-zone-andy-woodhullbanner.webp","tags":["Comedy","Theater & Film","Nightlife","Stand Up","Touring Headliner","Performing Arts Center","Adult Humor"],"aiSummary":"Stand-up set built around sharp observational jokes, quick one-liners, and story-driven bits in a theater-style performing arts hall. 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Mind-bending special effects! Join Misfit Improv on a voyage through space and time as we dub a science-fiction film. That’s right, we’re showing an old movie we’ve never seen before and making up the voices, sound effects, and storyline on the spot! Be prepared for high-stakes hijinks and hilarity complete with space lasers and forbidden planets. It’s sure to be the next cult classic.","startDate":"2026-12-05T01:00:00.000Z","location":"Asheville Pizza & Brewing, 675 Merrimon Ave, 573 Fairview Rd, Asheville, NC","zip":"28803","organizer":"Misfit Improv AVL","price":"From $12","url":"https://www.crowdwork.com/e/misfit-science-theater#date=2026-12-04","imageUrl":"https://cdn.fourthwalltickets.com/uploads/event/imgs/11376/Misfit_Science_Theater-2__5_.png","tags":["Comedy","Theater & Film","Nightlife","Improv Dub","Scifi Parody","Cult Classic Vibe","Late Night Show","Brewpub Venue"],"aiSummary":"A sci fi movie gets transformed into a live improvised dub with made up dialogue, on the spot sound effects, and ridiculous new plot twists. Expect flying saucers, space lasers, forbidden planets, and fast paced crowd pleasing hilarity in a brewpub theater setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":17,"scoreRarity":5,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Runs about every ~8 weeks at the same venue (Oct 9 → Dec 4), so it’s a missable monthly-ish special rather than weekly. The live improvised sci‑fi movie dub is a high-concept, cult-vibe comedy format that feels very Asheville. Likely a solid local draw in a brewpub theater (not a major touring headliner). Socializing is moderate: people can mingle before/after, but the core experience is seated watching/listening.","scoreAshevilleWeird":6,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-01T00:07:08.792Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-01T00:07:08.792Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:25.248Z"},{"id":"912e6645-1a16-4e70-abbc-342b8b2b4066","sourceId":"static-1744c38b-c7e8-4a4f-b246-bdc773d90996","source":"STATIC_AGE","title":"Voltage Starve / Kangarot & Great Knots of Collapse","description":"Voltage Starve Kangarot & Great Knots of Collapse","startDate":"2026-12-05T01:00:00.000Z","location":"Static Age Records, 713 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Static Age Records","price":"Free","url":"https://www.staticagenc.com/events/voltage-starve-kangarot-and-great-knots-of-collapse","imageUrl":"/asheville-default.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Underground Rock","Punk Show","Record Store Venue"],"aiSummary":"An underground rock bill brings Voltage Starve, Kangarot, and Great Knots of Collapse together for a raw, high-energy night of local live music in an intimate record store setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":11,"scoreRarity":2,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":3,"scoreReason":"Static Age hosts similar live shows every few days, so the venue’s concert programming is frequent. The underground bill has a distinctive punk edge, but the acts appear to be a small-scale local draw; it’s primarily a spectator show with some casual socializing.","scoreAshevilleWeird":6,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:20.170Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:20.170Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:20.163Z"},{"id":"b6f8f563-226f-4597-8073-f41577fae64d","sourceId":"ge-southern-culture-on-the-skids-w-its-snakes","source":"GREY_EAGLE","title":"Southern Culture on the Skids w/ It's Snakes","description":"ALL AGESSTANDING ROOM ONLY SOUTHERN CULTURE ON THE SKIDS Southern Culture On The Skids has been consistently recording and touring around the world since 1983. The band (Rick Miller - guitar and vocals, Mary Huff - bass and vocals, Dave Hartman - drums) has been playing together for over 30 years. Their musical journey has taken them from all-night North Carolina house parties to late night TV talk shows (Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show), from performing at the base of Mt. Fuji in Japan to rockin' out for the inmates at North Carolina correctional facilities. They've shared a stage with many musical luminaries including Link Wray, Loretta Lynn, Hasil Adkins and Patti Smith. Their music has been featured in movies and TV, parodied by Weird Al, and used to sell everything from diamonds to pork sausage. In 2014 the band was honored by the Southern Folklife Collection at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill with an exhibition featuring their music and cultural contributions. Their legendary live shows are a testament to the therapeutic powers of foot-stomping, butt-shaking rock and roll and what Rolling Stone dubbed \"a hell raising rock and roll party.\" At Home with Southern Culture on the Skids is the latest full length album from the band and was released in March of 2021. It was recorded during the stay at home period of the pandemic when the band was at home and not touring. The album consists of 11 tracks recorded and mixed in Rick Miller's living room with some additional tracks recorded at his studio, The Kudzu Ranch. The first radio single off the album is \"Run Baby Run\"-a rocking number with deep garage roots. SCOTS bassist Mary Huff provides an urgent vocal while the band pulls back the throttle on a full race fuzz fest-cause she's gotta to go fast! Run Baby Run! The other songs on the album are a combination of the band's unique mix of musical genres: rock and roll, surf, folk and country-all a bit off-center, what Rick proudly calls \"our wobbly Americana\". Rick goes on, \"We put a few more acoustic guitars on this one, as you would expect if you recorded in your living room, but it still rocks like SCOTS. So put your headphones on, get in your favorite chair/sofa/recliner, put on \"At Home With\" and let's hang out for a while.\" IT'S SNAKES Starting in early 2015, singer Hope Nicholls took tentative steps in the daunting shoes of Phil Collins and Levon Helms, attempting to keep the beat on drums while crooning. The former vocalist for 80's college rock main-stays Fetchin Bones, 90's pissed-off Sugarsmack and 2000's secret Snagglepuss hit the skins with a vengeance and zero shites given. Aaron Pitkin added his signature riffage: It's Snakes marked his return to guitar, a first since the 'Bones epoch. Long time collaborator Darrin Gray (bass) and fellow member of Snagglepuss coached Nicholls on drumming and believed it just might work. Guitarist Greg Walsh believed as well and the dream was real. Nicholls took the name It's Snakes from a Lynda Barry comic strip that featured a nonchalant retail encounter with Medusa, legendary snake goddess and first female super villain.","startDate":"2026-12-05T01:00:00.000Z","location":"The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"The Grey Eagle","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/event/southern-culture-on-the-skids-w-its-snakes/grey-eagle-music-hall/asheville-north-carolina/","imageUrl":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/southern-culture-on-the-skids-w-its-snakes.jpeg","tags":["Live Music","Family","Rockabilly","Alt Country","Standing Room Only","Club Venue","Touring Band"],"aiSummary":"High-energy rockabilly and alt-country from a long-running North Carolina trio with twangy guitar riffs, driving drums, and road-tested stage banter, plus support from It's Snakes. 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Ambition, gender expectations, class, and family bonds collide in a heartfelt period drama.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-01T18:07:31.956Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-01T18:07:31.956Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:25.857Z"},{"id":"2f64a31c-ad09-4372-9459-434a9881f774","sourceId":"ea-44797","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"Black Mountain Holly Jolly Celebration & Parade","description":null,"startDate":"2026-12-05T22:00:00.000Z","location":"Black Mountain, Black Mountain, NC","zip":"28711","organizer":"Black Mountain","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/black-mountain/events/black-mountain-holly-jolly-celebration-parade-0","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a7a2-cad7-3e10-a837313160c5-w-853h-639-fc04bf-1315_webp.jpg","tags":["Holiday","Community","Family","Markets","Holiday Parade","Small Town Festival","Tree Lighting","Santa Sightings","Craft Vendors"],"aiSummary":"A small town holiday street celebration with a festive parade, twinkling lights, and classic seasonal cheer. Expect family friendly activities like Santa sightings, community gathering spots, and browsing local craft and gift vendors.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":20,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":6,"scoreReason":"Seasonal small-town holiday parade + street celebration is essentially an annual, date-specific tradition (high urgency) with broad family appeal and decent regional draw for Black Mountain, plus strong mingle potential via strolling, vendors, and community gathering areas. It’s festive rather than distinctly “Asheville weird.”","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":7,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-10T00:08:13.433Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-10T00:08:13.433Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:25.117Z"},{"id":"9658a7b7-b8d4-4b0c-8d17-8068eb2f20fe","sourceId":"1975249372044","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"December Community Night-- Bare Dark Sky Observatory","description":"View and learn about the planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, meteors, & astronomy fun facts!","startDate":"2026-12-05T23:15:00.000Z","location":"Mayland Earth to Sky Park & Bare Dark Sky Observatory (formerly called the EnergyXchange), 66 Energy Exchange Dr, Burnsville, NC","zip":"28714","organizer":"Bare Dark Sky Observatory","price":"$13","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/december-community-night-bare-dark-sky-observatory-tickets-1975249372044","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1171611420%2F217719860912%2F1%2Foriginal.20230223-191104?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=eb8724990bde45e27c5dc00b32ceb1a8","tags":["Outdoors","Education","Community","Astronomy","Stargazing","Telescopes","Family Friendly","Dark Sky Park"],"aiSummary":"Night-sky viewing and astronomy learning under a dark-sky canopy, with telescopes aimed at the moon, planets, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters. Expect meteor spotting plus bite-sized space science fun facts in a community setting.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":15,"scoreRarity":3,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Runs very frequently at the same observatory (multiple Community Nights across Sep–Nov just days apart), so it’s not very missable. Still a standout, broadly appealing experience—real dark-sky telescope viewing with guided astronomy is high-concept for most people. Likely a modest-to-solid regional draw (families/tourists/locals) rather than a huge crowd. Not particularly “Asheville weird,” but it is outdoorsy/educational in a way that fits the area. 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Expect a late-night comedy vibe with a focused solo headliner performance.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":17,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":5,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"A one-night, ticketed solo standup set at an intimate venue is fairly missable (no evidence of regular cadence at Day Trip from the similar-events list). Concept is solid but standard comedy-club fare. Likely a small local draw compared with national headliners at Orange Peel/Thomas Wolfe. Minimal Asheville-weird elements, and it’s mostly a seated/watch-style experience with only light mingling before/after.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-08T18:07:51.372Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-08T18:07:51.372Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:15.992Z"},{"id":"fc188e8f-ff6d-46f2-9c5d-bbe018cb2321","sourceId":"1988610791409","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Eyes Up Here Comedy: Winter Witches Edition","description":"Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from the South","startDate":"2026-12-06T00:00:00.000Z","location":"Ginger's Revenge, 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Modelface Comedy","price":"$23","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/eyes-up-here-comedy-winter-witches-edition-tickets-1988610791409","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1191127120%2F230897515276%2F1%2Foriginal.20260815-050921?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=ba4510239797f8e6106912321ffa84e9","tags":["Comedy","Nightlife","All Femme Lineup","Southern Comedians","Winter Witches Theme","Brewery Venue"],"aiSummary":"All-femme stand-up night with a special Winter Witches edition spotlighting comedians from the South. Expect a lively, late-night brewery crowd vibe with sharp regional humor and seasonal flair.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":18,"scoreRarity":6,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"This show appears to run about monthly at Ginger’s Revenge (Oct 3 → Nov 7 → Dec 5), making it a missable monthly installment. The all-femme lineup plus ‘Winter Witches’ theme and Southern-comics spotlight adds a high-concept twist beyond a standard comedy night, but it’s still primarily a local/regional brewery show rather than a major headliner. Asheville-weird is present via the witchy theme (more artsy/alt than transgressive), and socializing is moderate—brewery hang + comedy is chat-friendly","scoreAshevilleWeird":6,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-15T06:05:47.397Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-15T06:05:47.397Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:16.732Z"},{"id":"34777d5c-af3e-4086-b590-0aedb9645368","sourceId":"2002167710519","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Stand Up for the Hollers Featuring Pam Stone","description":"Join us for a night of comedy while supporting continued Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in WNC.","startDate":"2026-12-06T00:30:00.000Z","location":"Tryon International, 25 International Boulevard, Mill Spring, NC","zip":"28756","organizer":"Tryon International Equestrian Center","price":"$32","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stand-up-for-the-hollers-featuring-pam-stone-tickets-2002167710519","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1194221222%2F3001281986371%2F1%2Foriginal.20260923-190159?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=02ba1c5e3e326797206587cceac09404","tags":["Comedy","Community","Fundraiser Night","Hurricane Relief","Wnc Recovery","Benefit Show"],"aiSummary":"A benefit stand-up comedy night headlined by Pam Stone, blending big laughs with a community-focused fundraiser. Proceeds support continued Hurricane Helene recovery efforts across Western North Carolina.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":19,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"One-off benefit comedy night at Tryon International with a named headliner and a specific Hurricane Helene recovery focus, making it fairly missable. Concept is solid and broadly appealing (comedy + fundraiser) but not especially high-concept or ‘Asheville weird.’ Likely a respectable regional draw for a ticketed show at this venue, with moderate mingling typical of benefit events rather than an explicitly social format.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-27T06:07:57.576Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-27T06:07:57.576Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:17.623Z"},{"id":"3b3befb5-1012-4947-a826-0c48151ac1c4","sourceId":"ncstage-267685-3","source":"NC_STAGE","title":"Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol","description":"Jacob Marley is dead — and things are about to get worse. Shackled, miserable, and tormented by a hell-sprite who is far too enthusiastic about his work, Marley faces an eternity of exactly what he deserves. Unless, of course, he can do something about Ebenezer Scrooge. In this re-imagining of the classic Christmas Carol story, the ghost gets his own journey — and it turns out redemption is just as hard to come by on the other side of the grave as it is on this one. Tom Mula’s Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol is a clever, moving, and enjoyable holiday journey for audiences of all ages.","startDate":"2026-12-06T00:30:00.000Z","location":"North Carolina Stage Company, 15 Stage Lane, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"North Carolina Stage Company","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.ncstage.org/productions/jacob-marleys-christmas-carol-2/#2026-12-06T00:30:00.000Z","imageUrl":"https://assets.thundertix.com/events/multi/211361/template3/Jacob_Marley_s_Christmas_Carol.png?1783008172","tags":["Theater & Film","Holiday","Dark Comedy","Classic Retelling","Ghost Story","Redemption Arc","Stage Play"],"aiSummary":"A darkly funny holiday stage play where Jacob Marley narrates his own afterlife—shackled, tormented by an overzealous hell sprite, and desperate to steer Ebenezer Scrooge toward redemption. Gothic humor and moral reckoning reframe the Christmas Carol tale from beyond the grave.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-02T06:07:35.503Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-02T06:07:35.503Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:39.146Z"},{"id":"6ec80e83-2c7d-4b4c-83c5-8cdc597e1ad1","sourceId":"ta-15462-1796517000000","source":"THEATER_ALLIANCE","title":"It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play","description":"Adapted by Joe Landry Directed by Glenna Grant Tune in. The holidays are about to come alive. It’s Christmas Eve, 1946, and the cast of radio station WBFR is bringing you a live broadcast of the most beloved holiday story ever told. Watch as a small ensemble of actors voices dozens of characters, conjuring an entire world, and the town of Bedford Falls, with nothing but microphones, sound effects, and pure theatrical magic. Follow George Bailey, a man who gave up his dreams again and again to help his neighbors, as he reaches his breaking point on Christmas Eve and is visited by Clarence, an angel still trying to earn his wings, who shows him what the world would look like if he’d never been born. Warm, witty, and wonderfully nostalgic, this charming production is a love letter to old-time radio, community, and the people who make life worth living.","startDate":"2026-12-06T00:30:00.000Z","location":null,"zip":null,"organizer":"HART Theatre","price":"Unknown","url":"https://ashevilletheateralliance.org/events/its-a-wonderful-life-a-live-radio-play-2/#2026-12-06T00:30:00.000Z","imageUrl":"https://ashevilletheateralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/itsawonderfullife-scaled-1.webp","tags":["Theater & Film","Holiday","Radio Style Play","Classic Christmas Story","Ensemble Cast","Live Sound Effects","Bedford Falls"],"aiSummary":"A Christmas Eve 1946 radio studio springs to life as a tight ensemble voices dozens of characters from Bedford Falls using microphones, Foley sound effects, and old time broadcast flair. George Bailey’s beloved holiday journey unfolds with fast paced theatrical magic and nostalgia.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-02T00:07:38.891Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-02T00:07:38.891Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:25.685Z"},{"id":"26b30a40-16ab-452d-8b1b-365dfcb752fa","sourceId":"ks-songs-from-the-road-band-with-cody-hale","source":"KING_STREET","title":"Songs From the Road Band with Cody Hale","description":"Songs From The Road Band is an Asheville, North Carolina based bluegrass supergroup featuring Mark Schimick (mandolin), Charles Humphrey III (bass), Sam Wharton (guitar), James Schlender (fiddle), and Gabe Epstein (banjo). The band takes flight with virtuosic picking, singing, and grammy award winning songwriting. Several of their most recent singles have gone to the top of the Bluegrass Today Grassicana chart. They have 6 studio albums available at all musical outlets. \"The Western North Carolina quintet is this band of melodic pirates, roaring down the highways and backroads of Southern Appalachia in search of a stage to play, perhaps another kindred spirit to collaborate with in the sacred art of songwriting and creating something (beautiful and permanent) from nothing (thin air and momentary inspiration)\" - Garret K. Wodward, Smokey Mountain News Cody Hale will be opening the show. Cody Hale Siniard is a singer/songwriter from Penrose, North Carolina. His debut album, 100 Miles to Nashville, was released in 2023 and has been rising in popularity. Songs such as Wouldn't Mind, Grass is Greener and Like the Rain Does are currently being played weekly on country radio in the United Kingdom and other parts of Europe. His most recent album, Where Does the Time Go, was voted Top 100 Albums of 2024 by WNCW listeners. Artists such as Woody Platt, have shown interest in Cody's music. So much so, that Woody recorded one of Cody's singles, Like the Rain Does, and released it on his own record. Venue and ticketing information:We are family friendly, but shows are 21+ unless accompanied by a parent.This is a general admission show. There are tables within the venue that are available on a first come, first serve basis. There is a garage door behind the stage that remains open in good weather so that you can enjoy the show from inside or outside.For more information visit our FAQ page or reach out to us directly.","startDate":"2026-12-06T01:00:00.000Z","location":"185 King Street, Brevard, NC","zip":"28712","organizer":"185 King Street","price":"Unknown","url":"https://185kingst.com/event/songs-from-the-road-band-with-cody-hale/185-king-street","imageUrl":"https://185kingst.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/etix-Songs_1415871735540142.jfif","tags":["Live Music","Nightlife","Bluegrass","Grammy Winning Songwriter","Virtuosic Picking","String Band","Brevard Venue"],"aiSummary":"Virtuosic bluegrass supergroup set with mandolin, fiddle, banjo, guitar, and upright bass, pairing tight harmony singing with award-winning songwriting. High-energy Grassicana chart-toppers and fan-favorite cuts from a deep six-album catalog.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":20,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":6,"scoreReason":"One-night ticketed bluegrass show (not a recurring weekly program) with a well-known local ‘supergroup’ featuring Grammy-associated credentials—special but within the region’s common bluegrass circuit. Likely a solid venue draw in Brevard for fans (regional caliber), more listen-and-watch than mingle, and not especially ‘Asheville weird.’","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:57.278Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-27T02:31:57.278Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:26.699Z"},{"id":"8ec34849-65a2-43c9-a720-b4cce4d88189","sourceId":"ge-the-lemon-twigs-2","source":"GREY_EAGLE","title":"The Lemon Twigs","description":"ALL AGESSTANDING ROOM ONLY THE LEMON TWIGS The Lemon Twigs' two previous Captured Tracks albums, A Dream Is All We Know (2024) and Everything Harmony (2023), certainly indicated something of a ground zero in their then five album career. \"It was the beginning of making records that we would listen to ourselves,\" says Michael D'Addario, the younger Twig brother, now aged 26. By the time of A Dream Is All We Know and the future Michael classic \"My Golden Years\", The Lemon Twigs' new era had truly begun. And now comes the third Lemon Twigs album for Captured Tracks, Look For Your Mind!, which underneath its poppy exterior contains an undercurrent of paranoia and suspicion. Opening with title track \"Look For Your Mind\", a jangly Michael number, the listener is introduced to the guitar-driven harmony sound that is the centering theme of the album. Much of what was achieved on A Dream Is All We Know is here, just more laser focused. It's classic Twigs, indebted to the golden age of guitar pop, but in no way slavish. New to this album is the inclusion of live Twigs Reza Matin (drums) and Danny Ayala (bass), as well as Eva Chambers of Tchotchke, to the rhythm section. With the brothers previously having handled everything in the studio themselves, this shows a newfound sense of freedom. \"Gather Round\" is one of Look For Your Mind!'s bigger productions. A Brian song with joyous orchestrations, it feels like a turn of the century campaign song. The writer is looking for an uncorrupted leader, but resolves that collective action is the only way forward. Musically it's ornate and delightfully 1967, but the mood and sentiment is distinctly 2026. \"Every time we try to write something that's completely straightforward, we can't help adding an element which comes out of left field.\" explains Brian. Brian's \"Fire And Gold\" starts off with a ringing power pop riff before turning everything inside out. It's also the first song on the album to feature the powerhouse drummer Reza Matin, whom the brothers favorably compare to Big Star's Jody Stephens, The Raspberries' Jim Bonfanti, and The Move's Bev Bevan. Closing side one on the vinyl record is Michael's beautiful ballad, \"Mean To Me\", with vocals The Beach Boys would be happy to have committed to wax 60 years ago, care of Michael, Brian and Danny. The closer of the second side, \"Your True Enemy\", completely throws a spanner in the works. \"We at first approached the song as a simple rock arrangement, but it didn't fit the moodiness of the lyric,\" states Brian. \"So that's when we started to get more experimental.\" The Lemon Twigs sixth studio album may at first seem like a direct continuation of the previous two, but it is also a lot more, with nods to the earlier records, a new found collective spirit, and most importantly great songwriting.","startDate":"2026-12-06T01:00:00.000Z","location":"The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"The Grey Eagle","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/event/the-lemon-twigs-2/grey-eagle-music-hall/asheville-north-carolina/","imageUrl":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/the-lemon-twigs.jpeg","tags":["Live Music","Family","Nightlife","Indie Rock","Power Pop","Standing Room Only","All Ages","Touring Band"],"aiSummary":"Hooky indie rock and power pop tunes from The Lemon Twigs in a standing-room club setup, spotlighting their recent Captured Tracks era. 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Socializing happens before/after and between sets, yet it’s primarily a stand-and-watch concert rather than an interactive mixer.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-20T18:06:06.367Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-20T18:06:06.367Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:19.513Z"},{"id":"e1890565-ada6-440c-a871-9b227af9acc4","sourceId":"static-3628e866-83b0-4c31-8d6a-731965252ebf","source":"STATIC_AGE","title":"Frank Hurricane","description":"Featuring: Frank Hurricane . Frank Hurricane !!!","startDate":"2026-12-06T01:00:00.000Z","location":"Static Age Records, 713 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Static Age Records","price":"Free","url":"https://www.staticagenc.com/events/frank-hurricane","imageUrl":"https://cdn.sanity.io/images/maucgopb/production/3af998d3e864127ebbb05861e1912285d680924e-1200x1200.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Outsider Folk","Record Store"],"aiSummary":"Raw, eccentric outsider folk and storytelling bring a homespun, offbeat feel to this intimate record shop performance, with Frank Hurricane at the center of the evening.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":20,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":8,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"A distinctive, likely one-off appearance by an eccentric outsider-folk performer; the record-shop setting keeps the draw intimate, and the show is primarily for listening rather than meeting people.","scoreAshevilleWeird":7,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:20.172Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:20.172Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:20.163Z"},{"id":"312284f6-9a98-40e0-9797-acc38bb4971c","sourceId":"ea-34951-4","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"Served After Dark Drag Show","description":null,"startDate":"2026-12-06T02:00:00.000Z","location":"The Mule at Devil's Foot Beverage, Asheville, NC","zip":"28803","organizer":"The Mule at Devil's Foot Beverage","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/asheville/events/served-after-dark-drag-show#2026-12-06","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a7d2-c59c-d00a-3978d52e62f1-w-604h-802-e7f726-Screenshot_2026-03-25_151954_png.png","tags":["Nightlife","LGBTQ+","Drag Show","Cabaret Style","Late Night","Bar Venue"],"aiSummary":"High-energy drag performances with bold looks, lip sync numbers, and crowd-hyping stage banter in a late-night bar setting. A queer-friendly nightlife show built for adults and after-dark vibes.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":14,"scoreRarity":2,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"A recurring drag-night format at The Mule (low urgency), but it delivers strong nightlife main-character energy with bold cabaret-style performances. Likely a solid local draw rather than a regional/national headliner, and it’s distinctly Asheville/queer-alt in vibe. 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But as adulthood approaches, each sister must negotiate her private ambitions with society’s expectations. In a wartorn world defined by gender, class and personal tragedy, Jo March gives us her greatest story: that of the March sisters, four dreamers destined to be imperfect little women. In classic Kate Hamill fashion, a literary masterpiece is updated and refreshed for the modern age, with focus given to the strong, seldom well-behaved women who make history. Bursting with humor and emotional intelligence, this Little Women speaks across centuries and generations. 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Bring your toys and have some fun!\n\nWe will have a bootblack for a portion of the night, so bring your leather that needs some TLC!\n\nPerversions is an open event, and there are no vetting requirements, other than a willingness to follow our Code of Conduct (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1L4wsBXZzY4_ohSyngIpQzv7AoXgBc1pGmM6I7REjKwE/edit?usp=sharing) and Playspace Expectations (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1l_xiNjrOjw1A4DNwvM6udb5vhPNn2d5X1kzsspOTpzc/edit?usp=drive_link).\n\nDress Code: Wear what makes you feel comfortable and/or sexy. 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One night, the two happened by Robert's Western World where legendary honky-tonk local mainstay the Don Kelly Band were performing. Donato eventually became a member of the band, playing four hours a night at Robert's (464 shows in total). Horizons is the follow up to 2023's Reflector, which received critical acclaim from a wide range of press, including No Depression, Glide Magazine, Magnet Magazine, and more. Donato the subject of features in Rolling Stone, UPROXX, Garden & Gun and Relix. Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country made their network television debut on CBS Saturday Morning and appeared on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert's #LateShowMeMusic online series. The whole package of player, singer, writer and band leader was in place. Three albums in, Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country, featuring Nathan \"Sugarlegg\" Aronowitz (keyboards/guitars/vocals), Will \"Mustang\" McGee (bass/vocals) and Will \"Bronco\" Clark (drums, percussion/vocals) are selling out venues throughout the country and bringing their brand of Cosmic Country to an ever growing, passionate fanbase Ages 21 and up","startDate":"2026-12-12T01:00:00.000Z","location":"Asheville Music Hall, 31 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"Asheville Music Hall","price":"Unknown","url":"https://ashevillemusichall.com/event/daniel-donatos-cosmic-country-down-one-horse-3/asheville-music-hall-live-music","imageUrl":"https://ashevillemusichall.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/daniel-donatos-cosmic-country-down-one-horse.jfif","tags":["Live Music","Cosmic Country","Americana","Psychedelic Twang"],"aiSummary":"A distinctive blend of deep-rooted American music and forward-looking country, shaped by Daniel Donato’s original songwriting and Cosmic Country sound. 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Built on hook-forward songwriting shared by all four members, Jared Sage Cowen (guitar/vocals), Max Perrotti (bass/vocals), Daniel Cohen (keys/vocals), and Henry Thomas (drums/vocals), the band has quickly earned national attention. Known for adventurous live performances that blur the line between tightly crafted compositions and spontaneous exploration, Big Shrimp has a fiercely loyal fanbase known as the Prawn Stars. With all four members contributing songs, vocals, and improvisational ideas, no two performances are alike. The chemistry that has become one of the band's defining characteristics and helped establish them as one of the fastest-rising independent acts in the modern jam scene. \"...yielding some of the funkiest, most cathartic and most primal energy of the set. With catchy melodies, impressive solos, complex arrangements, and shifting tempos and moods, the band kept you on your toes and bobbing your head the entire show.\" - NYSMusic That momentum exploded in 2026 with the band's 30+ date It's As Shrimple As That Tour, headlining rooms including the Aggie Theatre, Cervantes' Other Side, Buffalo Iron Works, Garcia's Chicago, Richmond Music Hall, Charleston Pour House, and dozens of additional markets nationwide. The tour culminated in the release of The Prawno Tapes, Vol. 4, a live album capturing the strongest improvisational moments from the run and featuring special guest Ryan Dempsey of Twiddle, who joined the band for several performances throughout the tour. \"There's something about seeing a pack of feral 20-something-year-olds on a mission that calms any doubt about the future of music.\" - Josh Landes, WAMC Building on that momentum, Big Shrimp spent Summer 2026 following Phish throughout the Northeast with its \"We've Got It Shrimple\" after-party series. The run packed venues across the East Coast, sold out three performances, and introduced hundreds of new fans to the band's explosive late-night shows. On the studio front, Big Shrimp released its second studio single, \"Alcaworkholic,\" in March 2026 as the latest preview of the band's forthcoming debut full-length album set for release in Fall 2026. The band's momentum continues this August with the launch of Camp Scampi, Big Shrimp's inaugural music, food, and arts festival in Addison, New York. Headlined by Big Shrimp and Spafford and featuring more than 30 artists across multiple stages, the independently produced festival reflects the community the band has built through relentless touring and an ever-growing national audience. Looking ahead, Big Shrimp has already announced a 30+ date Fall 2026 Tour, expanding into new markets including St. Louis, Milwaukee, Cleveland, and Charlotte while returning to fan-favorite cities across the Northeast and Midwest. The run also marks the band's third Colorado tour of 2026, reinforcing one of its fastest-growing regional fanbases as momentum continues to build toward the release of its debut studio album. 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The Winter Wonderland Craft & Vendor Market will feature local vendors offering handmade goods, winter décor, gifts, treats, candles, self-care favorites, and unique finds perfect for the season.\n\n☃️ Shoppers will be looking for:\nHoliday gifts, winter décor, stocking stuffers, cozy essentials, candles, sweet treats, and one-of-a-kind items you won’t find in big-box stores.\n\nVendor Registration is NOW OPEN!\nThis is a prime opportunity to showcase your products to holiday shoppers actively buying gifts and seasonal favorites. Vendors will connect with families, last-minute shoppers, and customers ready to support small businesses during the holidays.\n\nSpots are limited and filling quickly—secure your space today by visiting:\nhometownvendormarket.com\n\nLet’s make the Winter Wonderland Craft & Vendor Market a festive and successful holiday shopping destination. 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Holiday cheer blends with crisp mountain air, family photo moments, and a festive community outing in the park.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":21,"scoreRarity":8,"scoreUnique":7,"scoreMagnitude":6,"scoreReason":"A long-running, once-a-year holiday tradition (29th annual) that’s very date-specific and missable. 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In a wartorn world defined by gender, class and personal tragedy, Jo March gives us her greatest story: that of the March sisters, four dreamers destined to be imperfect little women. In classic Kate Hamill fashion, a literary masterpiece is updated and refreshed for the modern age, with focus given to the strong, seldom well-behaved women who make history. Bursting with humor and emotional intelligence, this Little Women speaks across centuries and generations. 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Socializing is moderate-to-high since tastings encourage conversation, but it’s not a structured mixer and not particularly ‘Asheville weird’.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":6,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-27T00:08:59.094Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-27T00:08:59.094Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:25.134Z"},{"id":"90c88dcb-95dc-445e-91a6-618d50159590","sourceId":"1988203832183","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"Asheville SantaCon Bar Crawl 2026","description":"Asheville SantaCon Bar Crawl 2026The Asheville SantaCon Bar Crawl 2026 is the biggest holiday bar crawl in Asheville. 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Weirdness is moderate-to-high via mass costuming, but it’s still a fairly mainstream bar-crawl concept rather than truly boundary-pushing.","scoreAshevilleWeird":6,"scoreSocial":9,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-26T18:05:42.873Z","updatedAt":"2026-04-26T18:05:42.873Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:15.685Z"},{"id":"e382456e-1d92-4a31-a316-f01bf4fb11c7","sourceId":"1997059712359","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"December 12th Women's Fire","description":"Nature invites us as Women to move with her rhythms if we are to thrive. 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High potential to meet people since it’s an intentional circle format with shared reflection/community connection.","scoreAshevilleWeird":7,"scoreSocial":7,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-14T06:07:44.197Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-14T06:07:44.197Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-09-29T12:08:04.127Z"},{"id":"8c1036b0-835b-42c8-a173-672c73ead077","sourceId":"1975249426206","source":"EVENTBRITE","title":"December Community Night-- Bare Dark Sky Observatory","description":"View and learn about the planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, meteors, & astronomy fun facts!","startDate":"2026-12-12T23:15:00.000Z","location":"Mayland Earth to Sky Park & Bare Dark Sky Observatory (formerly called the EnergyXchange), 66 Energy Exchange Dr, Burnsville, NC","zip":"28714","organizer":"Bare Dark Sky Observatory","price":"$13","url":"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/december-community-night-bare-dark-sky-observatory-tickets-1975249426206","imageUrl":"https://img.evbuc.com/https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.evbuc.com%2Fimages%2F1171611553%2F217719860912%2F1%2Foriginal.20230223-191104?auto=format%2Ccompress&q=75&sharp=10&s=bf36daa6c098de7cae593c9206926b75","tags":["Outdoors","Education","Community","Stargazing","Astronomy Talk","Telescope Viewing","Dark Sky Site","All Ages"],"aiSummary":"Telescope stargazing under a dark sky with guided learning about planets, the moon, constellations, galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and meteors. 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Socializing is moderate—people mingle and ask questions, but it’s not structured like a mixer.","scoreAshevilleWeird":4,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-20T18:07:51.200Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-20T18:07:51.200Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-09-21T00:08:16.875Z"},{"id":"4afcac03-6408-4ab1-98f4-d8dc42f2fee4","sourceId":"ea-45475","source":"EXPLORE_ASHEVILLE","title":"Warren Haynes Presents: The Christmas Jam","description":null,"startDate":"2026-12-13T00:00:00.000Z","location":"Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, Asheville, NC","zip":"28806","organizer":"Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville","price":null,"url":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/asheville/events/warren-haynes-presents-christmas-jam-0","imageUrl":"https://www.exploreasheville.com/sites/default/files/listing_images/eu-west-1-ced5e211-a7a2-cad7-3e10-a837313160c5-w-920h-690-2c36f0-event-calendar-resizings-9.jpg","tags":["Live Music","Holiday","Benefit Concert","Jam Band","All Star Lineup","Arena Venue"],"aiSummary":"Holiday-season benefit concert led by Warren Haynes with an all-star, jam-driven lineup. 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Big arena draw for the region and a standout seasonal tradition, though it’s more classic rock/holiday than ‘Asheville weird,’ and the experience is primarily a seated concert with limited built-in mingling.","scoreAshevilleWeird":5,"scoreSocial":3,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-21T18:09:06.836Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-21T18:09:06.836Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:25.149Z"},{"id":"200ee9ea-0aa3-4971-8c91-8461f1b89ef0","sourceId":"ncstage-267685-9","source":"NC_STAGE","title":"Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol","description":"Jacob Marley is dead — and things are about to get worse. Shackled, miserable, and tormented by a hell-sprite who is far too enthusiastic about his work, Marley faces an eternity of exactly what he deserves. Unless, of course, he can do something about Ebenezer Scrooge. In this re-imagining of the classic Christmas Carol story, the ghost gets his own journey — and it turns out redemption is just as hard to come by on the other side of the grave as it is on this one. 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Warm, witty, and wonderfully nostalgic, this charming production is a love letter to old-time radio, community, and the people who make life worth living.","startDate":"2026-12-13T00:30:00.000Z","location":null,"zip":null,"organizer":"HART Theatre","price":"Unknown","url":"https://ashevilletheateralliance.org/events/its-a-wonderful-life-a-live-radio-play-2/#2026-12-13T00:30:00.000Z","imageUrl":"https://ashevilletheateralliance.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/itsawonderfullife-scaled-1.webp","tags":["Theater & Film","Holiday","Live Radio Play","Classic Christmas Story","Ensemble Cast","Foley Sound Effects","Nostalgic 1940s"],"aiSummary":"A Christmas Eve 1946 radio broadcast springs to life as a small ensemble voices dozens of characters with vintage microphones and foley sound effects. 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Expect a warm, rootsy vibe with plenty of room to settle in or sway near the stage.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":13,"scoreRarity":5,"scoreUnique":4,"scoreMagnitude":4,"scoreReason":"The Jacktown Ramblers appear at the same venue roughly monthly (Oct 25 → Nov 23 → Dec 12), making this a missable-but-recurring roots/bluegrass night. It’s solid, danceable local live music in an intimate listening room (broadly enjoyable but not high-concept), likely drawing a venue-regular crowd rather than a major regional audience. Socializing is moderate (hang-and-sway near the stage), but it’s still mostly a watch/listen show rather than a facilitated mixer.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":4,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-22T00:09:02.566Z","updatedAt":"2026-08-22T00:09:02.566Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:25.149Z"},{"id":"d3e3e656-93a6-4c43-b6fe-4a68cad44359","sourceId":"ks-the-get-right-band-8","source":"KING_STREET","title":"The Get Right Band","description":"The Get Right Band is a psychedelic indie rock group committed to relentlessly following their muses to honest self-expression, to whatever excites them and pushes them into unexplored territory, to capturing some version of truth. 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GRB has defined their sound through constant evolution, building to the hook-driven, synth-heavy pop/rock/psych band they are today. The Huffington Post writes, \"their songs are infectious and take you immediately to a place. The lyrics are smart and bear weight.\" The Get Right Band has shared the stage with Dr. Dog, Everclear, Cracker, UB40, Rusted Root, Smash Mouth, and Lifehouse; been featured on NPR's World Cafe, Paste Studio, and WTF with Marc Maron; and performed at major venues and festivals including The Fillmore, Brooklyn Bowl, Theatre of the Living Arts, The Orange Peel, FloydFest, Bristol Rhythm & Roots, and Riverbend Fest. They have released four studio albums and a live album, and their latest LP, iTopia, dropped on April 7, 2023. The Get Right Band has been compared to other modern indie rock bands with a psychedelic bent such as The Black Keys, My Morning Jacket, Gorillaz, Tame Impala, Unknown Mortal Orchestra, and MGMT. 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The band then took to the road, playing upwards of 170 shows a year and sharing stages with such superstars as Dwight Yoakam, Charlie Daniels, Railroad Earth, Marty Stuart, Allison Krauss, Leon Russell, Jim Lauderdale, Leftover Salmon, Amos Lee, The Lumineers and many more. They've driven nonstop, made countless radio station appearances, driven broken-down RVs and watched as their van caught fire. They've paid their dues and then some, looking forward even as they were forced to glance behind. 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Please read the descriptions below and choose the ride that best meets your skill level. The Monday evening ride meets at the Ledford Parking Lot in Bent Creek at 6pm and rolls out at 6:15pm unless it is posted otherwise in a pre-ride post. Wednesday morning ride meets at Rice Pinnacle at 10am and will typically leave directly. This is a beginner-friendly, social, NO DROP ride. Expect 6-8 miles and we will return to the parking lot no later than noon so you can get on with the rest of your day. Ride changes will be posted as early as possible on the group page. Training Pace: Training Ride. This ride is for the ladies who know how to handle their bike and want to get faster. Rides will be 8-12+ miles and will utilize more technical trails. Rules: 1. Helmets are 100% required. If you show up without one, we will respectfully ask you to not join us until you have one. 2. Be safe: mountain biking is an inherently dangerous sport. Please do not ride so far outside your comfort zone that you get hurt. 3. Be respectful: These rides are meant to encourage all levels of female riders to develop and grow as cyclists. If you are not capable of checking your ego on rides, this probably isn't the group for you. 4. Come prepared for your own ride which includes clothing, food, water, and repair gear. If you forget something, we'll help you if you need it, but generally please come prepared to take care of yourself. 5. Have fun! These rides are for you... Come learn, grow, and meet the amazing women we have the pleasure of sharing the trails with. I've come to realize how inspiring each of you are.","startDate":"2026-12-16T15:00:00.000Z","location":"Rice Pinnacle Trailhead, 1298 491, Asheville, NC 28806, USA","zip":null,"organizer":"Asheville on Bikes","price":"Unknown","url":"https://ashevilleonbikes.com/events#22mhn0lt165mnaflerlvkmg5i9@google.com-2026-12-16-1797433200000","imageUrl":"/avl_on_bikes.jpg","tags":["Outdoors","Sports","Community","Womens Ride","Mountain Biking","Bent Creek Trails","Group Ride","Skill Level Options"],"aiSummary":"Women-focused mountain bike group ride with skill-level options, coordinating via a Facebook group. 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The free program welcomes participants ages 17 and older; registration is required.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":5,"scoreRarity":1,"scoreUnique":2,"scoreMagnitude":2,"scoreReason":"Weekly recurring event - happens every week.","scoreAshevilleWeird":3,"scoreSocial":5,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-01T22:01:06.754Z","updatedAt":"2026-10-01T22:01:06.754Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:01:04.925Z"},{"id":"79e0a6f8-d060-41fa-a954-869f59d95d92","sourceId":"avlparks-134587683","source":"ASHEVILLE_PARKS_REC","title":"REC-Cess Homeschool Program","description":"When: Wed, Dec 16, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm.\nAges: 11-16.\nFee: Free.\nRegistration through City of Asheville Parks & Recreation. 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Each event showcases six handpicked artists, performing three-song sets in a quiet, seated environment where the music takes center stage. To add a sense of surprise and discovery, the lineup is revealed only when the show begins. Running from 7-9 PM, these early shows create the perfect evening for music lovers who value live performances and a good night's rest. With over 100 shows hosted and extraordinary artists from around the globe gracing our stage, Golden Folk Sessions is entering an exciting new chapter. Under a new name and with a new home at The Grey Eagle-one of the Southeast's most iconic venues-we're thrilled to continue fostering community through music. Staying true to our values of accessibility, we aim to make music available to everyone. Presale tickets guarantee your seat and support both Golden Folk Sessions and The Grey Eagle. For those attending on the day of the show, our \"pay what you can, if you can\" option ensures that all are welcome to be part of this unique and meaningful experience. • $10 General Admission (presale) • $0-$25 Day-of-Show (no minimum) We can't wait to see y'all there.","startDate":"2026-12-17T00:00:00.000Z","location":"The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"The Grey Eagle","price":"$0 - $25","url":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/event/golden-folk-sessions-23/grey-eagle-music-hall/asheville-north-carolina/","imageUrl":"https://www.thegreyeagle.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/golden-folk-sessions.jpeg","tags":["Live Music","Family","Folk","Songwriter Night","Fully Seated","Listening Room","Secret Lineup"],"aiSummary":"An intimate folk and original music listening session with six curated artists playing three song sets each in a quiet, fully seated room. The lineup stays secret until showtime, creating a surprise discovery vibe in an early evening concert.","interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":17,"scoreRarity":6,"scoreUnique":6,"scoreMagnitude":5,"scoreReason":"Recurs about monthly at the same venue (Oct 21 → Nov 18 → Dec 16), making it a missable monthly series. The secret lineup + curated six-artist, quiet listening-room format adds a nice discovery twist beyond a standard local show, but it’s still conventional folk programming. Likely a solid local draw at Grey Eagle rather than a big regional headliner. 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Settle into the calming rhythm of dip, cool, and repeat as your tapers slowly take shape. Jess Kaufman, local batik artist and founder of WAXON, will guide you through the candle-making process while sharing the deeper story of beeswax—an increasingly rare and precious gift from our pollinator kin.\nYou’ll also learn how WAXON’s zero-waste batik studio reclaims and reuses every drop of wax, honoring this sacred material through careful stewardship and creative reuse. The result is a practice rooted not only in craft, but in sustainability and care.\nParticipants will leave with:\n-Two pairs of hand-dipped beeswax taper candles (four total, with the option to make more)\n-Practical candle-making skills, from wick selection to tapering, trimming, and shaping, along with tricks learned over time\n-A shared sense of connection and joy as we honor the darkness and welcome the returning light in the 5th Annual Solstice Beeswax Candle Dipping Workshop\nJess says her favorite part of the class is “watching the joy on people’s faces as their candles grow.” Come celebrate the Solstice, kindle your own light, and take part in a tradition that weaves together community, craft, and reverence for the natural world.\n\nThis class will be held indoors on Saturday, December 19th, 2026 , from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm in Asheville, NC .\n\nAll Firefly Gathering workshops are hosted in the greater Asheville area, sometimes at private venues. 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But as adulthood approaches, each sister must negotiate her private ambitions with society’s expectations. In a wartorn world defined by gender, class and personal tragedy, Jo March gives us her greatest story: that of the March sisters, four dreamers destined to be imperfect little women. In classic Kate Hamill fashion, a literary masterpiece is updated and refreshed for the modern age, with focus given to the strong, seldom well-behaved women who make history. Bursting with humor and emotional intelligence, this Little Women speaks across centuries and generations. 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We occasionally stop to regroup, but ideally we maintain a reasonable pace and no one gets dropped so there's no need to stop. When we stop, Please get all the way off the road! Also, be ready to roll once the stragglers approach as they won’t stop, (unless there are cars behind them). We don’t want cars separating our group. 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In an all-time DIY effort, Childers and his band convened to a makeshift home studio nestled in the Bywater District of New Orleans for two weeks to cut 17 tracks that expand Carlisle's sonic scrapbook and capture the off-kilter characters living in his songs. \"I think this one goes to outer space,\" says Carlisle. \"I think this is the widest range of influences that I've ever had. It touches on funk, it touches on Americana, Cajun, oldtime, and experimental music.\" With Childers' band behind him, Carlisle embraced the freedom to wander across genres both familiar and new, testing out instrumentation and toying with the surreality of traditions being turned on their head. \"It feels like getting drunk at the Civil War reenactment, or cruising at the cattle auction, or doing molly at the square dance,\" says Carlisle. \"It's the first time I've ever used synthesizers and double electric guitars. There's also more fretless 19th century style banjo on it than any record I've ever made.\" Exploration aside, Carlisle's mission as a folksinger largely remains the same - documenting the stories and struggles of the people and balancing the humor and hope of existence. \"I want to make a universal folk music. Songs for all kinds of weirdos,\" says Carlisle. \"With the idea that there is nobody that doesn't have folk songs and everyone deserves folk songs. I want to write songs that prove the old weird America didn't go anywhere, that we are living and dying for it everyday. I believe there's noble work to do in that context. That if we feel despair, we don't need to because there's so much good work to do.\" A top candidate for encapsulating the energy of The Universal Bubba, \"Gas Station\" is a driving recollection of life on the road with a sing-along chorus. Created largely on the fly and beginning with Childers' jokingly referring to a knife-fight, the end result was Carlisle's only co-write with his producer on the record. \"We sat in a circle with pen, paper, instruments,\" says Carlisle, \"Tyler suggested, 'goodle days' instead of 'good old days.' We kept shaping verses, agreeing that my choruses were working. Suddenly I realized, this was a co-write! But the red light was already on. We were co-writing and recording at the same time. Wild as hell.\" Of the anarchist anthem \"The Master's Hammer\", Childers wanted a pure, essential folk song ringing out with harmonica, banjo and three part harmonies. \"I was trying to boil my ideology down into something I can sing for my friends,\" says Carlisle. The title tracks sprawl gloriously in two parts, giving praise to do-it-yourselfers that corral the cosmos into being. Carlisle sings for \"booty shaking rock and rollers\" and \"small town hellraisers\" and \"unofficial mayors\" the world over. Taking on a project of this size with Tyler Childers as debut producer requires hard work, camaraderie and supreme self confidence. 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The duo have gained viral success from their \"One Take Tuesday\" weekly series reaching millions of viewers; translating into loyal followers worldwide. The raw video posts are of the duo performing clips of original songs or covers in their own styling. Since the inception of the video series, Bird and Byron have garnered attention and reposts from the likes of James Taylor, Willow Smith, Coldplay, Noah Kahan, Mt. Joy, Brittany Broski, and many others. The momentum created by the \"One Take Tuesday\" series permitted Bird and Byron to record their debut EP at the Bomb Shelter Nashville. With the support of esteemed producer Andrija Tokic 'producer of the Alabama Shakes debut record' the group created an authentic first project that sealed them as an important part of the new rock and soul genre. Bird and Byron's first EP released on October 15, 2021 - followed by festival appearance, sold out shows and growing radio support. Debut EP \"Year After Year\", produced by Andrija Tokic: https://open.spotify.com/album/1OZBKgrUw4i307oL7cZScZ?si=j7lPFZ8rSGCkX4DIn08RAA Their authentic writing style stands out w/ Bird's powerful melodic vocals to Byron's electrifying blues soul guitar. Since moving to Nashville in May 2022, they have quickly assimilated into Music City and are creating valuable connections within the music industry. The duo are currently collaborating with notable Nashville producers, Je Trott (Grammy-nominated for work with Sheryl Crow) and Andrew Petro. The duo (w/ full band) have recently performed to packed audiences on a multi-city tour, including stops in Austin, Carolinas, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Nashville, NYC and Mississippi. They released their second EP in early 2023 - which has pushed their Spotify streams to over 7,000,000+ and 220,000+ monthly listeners. The EP release also earned them a global licensing deal to all Abercrombie and Fitch storefronts. 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If you show up without one, we will respectfully ask you to not join us until you have one. 2. Be safe: mountain biking is an inherently dangerous sport. Please do not ride so far outside your comfort zone that you get hurt. 3. Be respectful: These rides are meant to encourage all levels of female riders to develop and grow as cyclists. If you are not capable of checking your ego on rides, this probably isn't the group for you. 4. Come prepared for your own ride which includes clothing, food, water, and repair gear. If you forget something, we'll help you if you need it, but generally please come prepared to take care of yourself. 5. Have fun! These rides are for you... Come learn, grow, and meet the amazing women we have the pleasure of sharing the trails with. 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If you show up without one, we will respectfully ask you to not join us until you have one. 2. Be safe: mountain biking is an inherently dangerous sport. Please do not ride so far outside your comfort zone that you get hurt. 3. Be respectful: These rides are meant to encourage all levels of female riders to develop and grow as cyclists. If you are not capable of checking your ego on rides, this probably isn't the group for you. 4. Come prepared for your own ride which includes clothing, food, water, and repair gear. If you forget something, we'll help you if you need it, but generally please come prepared to take care of yourself. 5. Have fun! These rides are for you... Come learn, grow, and meet the amazing women we have the pleasure of sharing the trails with. 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The A and B routes are about 33 and 26 miles respectively through the rolling hills of Leicester / Alexander. The A pace is about 18-19 mph and B about 15-17 mph. Routes are subject to change, but the usual routes are listed below. The route is posted here and on our Facebook page, (this is especially helpful when the route changes). We also have a binder of routes to scan at the shop if you arrive a few minutes early. The B group leaves first and the routes are designed so that everyone returns at roughly the same time. We try to ride in compact group, (2x2) at all times. This allows cars to pass more safely and easily and provides a draft for all but the leading riders. To help keep the group together, we ask the stronger riders to take it easy up the climbs and over the top. Once everyone is back in the group, we can increase the pace on the flat or downhill sections. We occasionally stop to regroup, but ideally we maintain a reasonable pace and no one gets dropped so there's no need to stop. When we stop, Please get all the way off the road! Also, be ready to roll once the stragglers approach as they won’t stop, (unless there are cars behind them). We don’t want cars separating our group. 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As an instructor, Monty's method to learning music is different because it teaches you to master the fundamentals of music first, so that you can truly build on that foundation for life. Tyler Kittle has been fortunate to live a life of music. He has performed all over the country and Europe with luminaries like Erykah Badu, Kalakuta Moziak (Fela Kuti), and countless Jazz greats. His lyrical style and big tenor sound attract both seasoned jazz aficionados and new listeners, alike.Bob Songster began performing and studying music at a young age, starting with piano, violin and clarinet; later he developed a love for the guitar, and then the bass. He received his Masters of Music Performance Degree from the University Denver's Lamont School of Music, and his undergraduate degree from the University of Northern Colorado. As a versatile performer he has had the opportunity to play with many of Asheville's finest musicians, including Michael Jefry Stevens, Billy Cardine, William Bares, Alan Hall and many others. Before moving to Asheville, Bob has performed at the Monterey Jazz Festival, the Five Points Jazz Festival, the Salida Jazz Festival and many of Denver's finest festivals and clubs. As an active educator Bob has taught lessons, ensembles, clinics and classes to a wide range of ages and abilities.Nick Vlandis is a jazz pianist, composer, and teacher currently residing in Columbia, SC. He has been active in South Carolina's music scene for the past decade, performing with various artists and ensembles across the Southeast. Vlandis earned his B.M. in Jazz Piano Performance from the University of South Carolina, where he is currently working on his Master's of Music in Jazz Composition. 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If you show up without one, we will respectfully ask you to not join us until you have one. 2. Be safe: mountain biking is an inherently dangerous sport. Please do not ride so far outside your comfort zone that you get hurt. 3. Be respectful: These rides are meant to encourage all levels of female riders to develop and grow as cyclists. If you are not capable of checking your ego on rides, this probably isn't the group for you. 4. Come prepared for your own ride which includes clothing, food, water, and repair gear. If you forget something, we'll help you if you need it, but generally please come prepared to take care of yourself. 5. Have fun! These rides are for you... Come learn, grow, and meet the amazing women we have the pleasure of sharing the trails with. 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We occasionally stop to regroup, but ideally we maintain a reasonable pace and no one gets dropped so there's no need to stop. When we stop, Please get all the way off the road! Also, be ready to roll once the stragglers approach as they won’t stop, (unless there are cars behind them). We don’t want cars separating our group. 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The ride meets at the parking area and river dock at the intersection of Riverside Dr & Craven St in the River Arts District. This is a no-drop ride that regroups and takes mid-route break(s) for socializing. The ride varies in length and intensity. The first Tuesday is always a chill, flat ride along the greenways by the river. Expect the mileage and elevation gain to increase each week. Follow @mountain.haulers on Instagram for ride logistics. They have hosted alleycat races and other themed rides through the seasons.","startDate":"2027-03-23T23:00:00.000Z","location":null,"zip":null,"organizer":"Asheville on Bikes","price":"Unknown","url":"https://ashevilleonbikes.com/events#74ou5lcpmto03sp1s7d4ftu077_R20260512T230000@google.com-2027-03-23-1805842800000","imageUrl":"/avl_on_bikes.jpg","tags":[],"aiSummary":null,"interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":null,"scoreRarity":null,"scoreUnique":null,"scoreMagnitude":null,"scoreReason":null,"scoreAshevilleWeird":null,"scoreSocial":null,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-09-22T00:08:34.069Z","updatedAt":"2026-09-22T00:08:34.069Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-02T00:09:20.764Z"},{"id":"6410f1d3-8ea1-4de9-90e9-155c6a5670e9","sourceId":"aob-22mhn0lt165mnaflerlvkmg5i9@google.com-1805896800000","source":"ASHEVILLE_ON_BIKES","title":"Motion Makers Women's Mountain Bike Ride","description":"Motion Makers Bicycle Shop Check out the Facebook group for Motion Makers' women's mountain bike group ride. The group is offering two rides this year, on Monday evenings and on Wednesday mornings to meet the needs of all the ladies in our area. Please read the descriptions below and choose the ride that best meets your skill level. The Monday evening ride meets at the Ledford Parking Lot in Bent Creek at 6pm and rolls out at 6:15pm unless it is posted otherwise in a pre-ride post. Wednesday morning ride meets at Rice Pinnacle at 10am and will typically leave directly. This is a beginner-friendly, social, NO DROP ride. Expect 6-8 miles and we will return to the parking lot no later than noon so you can get on with the rest of your day. Ride changes will be posted as early as possible on the group page. Training Pace: Training Ride. This ride is for the ladies who know how to handle their bike and want to get faster. Rides will be 8-12+ miles and will utilize more technical trails. Rules: 1. Helmets are 100% required. If you show up without one, we will respectfully ask you to not join us until you have one. 2. Be safe: mountain biking is an inherently dangerous sport. Please do not ride so far outside your comfort zone that you get hurt. 3. Be respectful: These rides are meant to encourage all levels of female riders to develop and grow as cyclists. If you are not capable of checking your ego on rides, this probably isn't the group for you. 4. Come prepared for your own ride which includes clothing, food, water, and repair gear. If you forget something, we'll help you if you need it, but generally please come prepared to take care of yourself. 5. Have fun! These rides are for you... Come learn, grow, and meet the amazing women we have the pleasure of sharing the trails with. 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Winner of the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Eboni Booth’s Primary Trust is funny, precise, and quietly devastating — a play about what it costs to keep the world at arm’s length, and what it might feel like to finally let it in.","startDate":"2027-03-24T23:30:00.000Z","location":"North Carolina Stage Company, 15 Stage Lane, Asheville, NC","zip":"28801","organizer":"North Carolina Stage Company","price":"Unknown","url":"https://www.ncstage.org/productions/primary-trust/#2027-03-24T23:30:00.000Z","imageUrl":"https://assets.thundertix.com/events/multi/211363/template3/Primary_Trust.png?1783008523","tags":[],"aiSummary":null,"interestedCount":null,"goingCount":null,"favoriteCount":0,"score":null,"scoreRarity":null,"scoreUnique":null,"scoreMagnitude":null,"scoreReason":null,"scoreAshevilleWeird":null,"scoreSocial":null,"recurringType":null,"recurringEndDate":null,"timeUnknown":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-09T18:05:30.416Z","updatedAt":"2026-06-09T18:05:30.416Z","lastSeenAt":"2026-10-01T22:00:39.750Z"},{"id":"487b5af2-1b53-4acb-a44f-5564eecce910","sourceId":"aob-7up47dts4hsvg3tevvp22smm5c_R20260507T220000@google.com-1806012000000","source":"ASHEVILLE_ON_BIKES","title":"Youngblood Bicycles Thursday road ride","description":"Thursday Road Ride from Youngblood Bicycles From Youngblood Bicycles: We have a road ride that leaves from the shop every Thursday evening at 6PM, weather permitting and during Daylight Savings Time. The A and B routes are about 33 and 26 miles respectively through the rolling hills of Leicester / Alexander. The A pace is about 18-19 mph and B about 15-17 mph. Routes are subject to change, but the usual routes are listed below. The route is posted here and on our Facebook page, (this is especially helpful when the route changes). We also have a binder of routes to scan at the shop if you arrive a few minutes early. The B group leaves first and the routes are designed so that everyone returns at roughly the same time. We try to ride in compact group, (2x2) at all times. This allows cars to pass more safely and easily and provides a draft for all but the leading riders. To help keep the group together, we ask the stronger riders to take it easy up the climbs and over the top. Once everyone is back in the group, we can increase the pace on the flat or downhill sections. We occasionally stop to regroup, but ideally we maintain a reasonable pace and no one gets dropped so there's no need to stop. When we stop, Please get all the way off the road! Also, be ready to roll once the stragglers approach as they won’t stop, (unless there are cars behind them). We don’t want cars separating our group. 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The group is offering two rides this year, on Monday evenings and on Wednesday mornings to meet the needs of all the ladies in our area. Please read the descriptions below and choose the ride that best meets your skill level. The Monday evening ride meets at the Ledford Parking Lot in Bent Creek at 6pm and rolls out at 6:15pm unless it is posted otherwise in a pre-ride post. Wednesday morning ride meets at Rice Pinnacle at 10am and will typically leave directly. This is a beginner-friendly, social, NO DROP ride. Expect 6-8 miles and we will return to the parking lot no later than noon so you can get on with the rest of your day. Ride changes will be posted as early as possible on the group page. Training Pace: Training Ride. This ride is for the ladies who know how to handle their bike and want to get faster. Rides will be 8-12+ miles and will utilize more technical trails. Rules: 1. Helmets are 100% required. If you show up without one, we will respectfully ask you to not join us until you have one. 2. Be safe: mountain biking is an inherently dangerous sport. Please do not ride so far outside your comfort zone that you get hurt. 3. Be respectful: These rides are meant to encourage all levels of female riders to develop and grow as cyclists. If you are not capable of checking your ego on rides, this probably isn't the group for you. 4. Come prepared for your own ride which includes clothing, food, water, and repair gear. If you forget something, we'll help you if you need it, but generally please come prepared to take care of yourself. 5. Have fun! These rides are for you... Come learn, grow, and meet the amazing women we have the pleasure of sharing the trails with. 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The group is offering two rides this year, on Monday evenings and on Wednesday mornings to meet the needs of all the ladies in our area. Please read the descriptions below and choose the ride that best meets your skill level. The Monday evening ride meets at the Ledford Parking Lot in Bent Creek at 6pm and rolls out at 6:15pm unless it is posted otherwise in a pre-ride post. Wednesday morning ride meets at Rice Pinnacle at 10am and will typically leave directly. This is a beginner-friendly, social, NO DROP ride. Expect 6-8 miles and we will return to the parking lot no later than noon so you can get on with the rest of your day. Ride changes will be posted as early as possible on the group page. Training Pace: Training Ride. This ride is for the ladies who know how to handle their bike and want to get faster. Rides will be 8-12+ miles and will utilize more technical trails. Rules: 1. Helmets are 100% required. If you show up without one, we will respectfully ask you to not join us until you have one. 2. Be safe: mountain biking is an inherently dangerous sport. Please do not ride so far outside your comfort zone that you get hurt. 3. Be respectful: These rides are meant to encourage all levels of female riders to develop and grow as cyclists. If you are not capable of checking your ego on rides, this probably isn't the group for you. 4. Come prepared for your own ride which includes clothing, food, water, and repair gear. If you forget something, we'll help you if you need it, but generally please come prepared to take care of yourself. 5. Have fun! These rides are for you... Come learn, grow, and meet the amazing women we have the pleasure of sharing the trails with. 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The A and B routes are about 33 and 26 miles respectively through the rolling hills of Leicester / Alexander. The A pace is about 18-19 mph and B about 15-17 mph. Routes are subject to change, but the usual routes are listed below. The route is posted here and on our Facebook page, (this is especially helpful when the route changes). We also have a binder of routes to scan at the shop if you arrive a few minutes early. The B group leaves first and the routes are designed so that everyone returns at roughly the same time. We try to ride in compact group, (2x2) at all times. This allows cars to pass more safely and easily and provides a draft for all but the leading riders. To help keep the group together, we ask the stronger riders to take it easy up the climbs and over the top. Once everyone is back in the group, we can increase the pace on the flat or downhill sections. We occasionally stop to regroup, but ideally we maintain a reasonable pace and no one gets dropped so there's no need to stop. When we stop, Please get all the way off the road! Also, be ready to roll once the stragglers approach as they won’t stop, (unless there are cars behind them). We don’t want cars separating our group. 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