Arbor Evenings
Cajun, zydeco, and old school country sets from rotating local and regional artists unfold in the Arboretum’s outdoor setting on Wednesday and Thursday nights through Sept. 17, included with parking (members free).
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Cajun, zydeco, and old school country tunes spill into a laid-back arboretum evening with rotating local and regional performers. A recurring Wednesday and Thursday outdoor concert series through mid-September, included with the regular vehicle parking fee.
Cajun, zydeco, and old school country tunes spill into a laid-back arboretum evening with rotating local and regional performers. A recurring Wednesday and Thursday outdoor concert series through mid-September, included with the regular vehicle parking fee.
Cajun, zydeco, and old school country tunes spill into a laid-back arboretum evening with rotating local and regional performers. A recurring Wednesday and Thursday outdoor concert series through mid-September, included with the regular vehicle parking fee.
Golden-hour garden strolls on the Baker Event Lawn pair relaxed, open-air listening with rotating local and regional artists. A midweek summer series at The North Carolina Arboretum with on-site sips only (no outside alcohol).
Golden-hour garden strolls on the Baker Event Lawn pair relaxed, open-air listening with rotating local and regional artists. A midweek summer series at The North Carolina Arboretum with on-site sips only (no outside alcohol).
Golden-hour garden strolls on the Baker Event Lawn pair relaxed, open-air listening with rotating local and regional artists. A midweek summer series at The North Carolina Arboretum with on-site sips only (no outside alcohol).
Cajun and zydeco grooves from local favorite Bayou Diesel fill the NC Arboretum’s outdoor Arbor Evenings series. Bring your own picnic food, then grab beer and wine on-site while listening under the trees (no outside alcohol allowed).
Cajun and zydeco grooves from local favorite Bayou Diesel fill the NC Arboretum’s outdoor Arbor Evenings series. Bring your own picnic food, then grab beer and wine on-site while listening under the trees (no outside alcohol allowed).
Cajun and zydeco grooves from local favorite Bayou Diesel fill the NC Arboretum’s outdoor Arbor Evenings series. Bring your own picnic food, then grab beer and wine on-site while listening under the trees (no outside alcohol allowed).
Americana and folk songwriting from Momma Molasses fills the Arboretum’s outdoor Arbor Evenings stage with warm harmonies and rootsy acoustic textures. A laid-back summer night on the lawn geared for picnics, blankets, and sunset-to-starlight listening.
Americana and folk songwriting from Momma Molasses fills the Arboretum’s outdoor Arbor Evenings stage with warm harmonies and rootsy acoustic textures. A laid-back summer night on the lawn geared for picnics, blankets, and sunset-to-starlight listening.
Americana and folk songwriting from Momma Molasses fills the Arboretum’s outdoor Arbor Evenings stage with warm harmonies and rootsy acoustic textures. A laid-back summer night on the lawn geared for picnics, blankets, and sunset-to-starlight listening.
An intimate duo set unfolds under the trees during Arbor Evenings, pairing warm vocals and close harmonies with a relaxed, picnic-friendly outdoor concert atmosphere at The North Carolina Arboretum.
An intimate duo set unfolds under the trees during Arbor Evenings, pairing warm vocals and close harmonies with a relaxed, picnic-friendly outdoor concert atmosphere at The North Carolina Arboretum.
An intimate duo set unfolds under the trees during Arbor Evenings, pairing warm vocals and close harmonies with a relaxed, picnic-friendly outdoor concert atmosphere at The North Carolina Arboretum.
Americana songwriting and harmony-rich vocals set against the Arboretum’s evening garden ambiance. A relaxed outdoor concert night with rootsy guitar-driven tunes and a scenic, nature-forward vibe.
Americana songwriting and harmony-rich vocals set against the Arboretum’s evening garden ambiance. A relaxed outdoor concert night with rootsy guitar-driven tunes and a scenic, nature-forward vibe.
Americana songwriting and harmony-rich vocals set against the Arboretum’s evening garden ambiance. A relaxed outdoor concert night with rootsy guitar-driven tunes and a scenic, nature-forward vibe.
An outdoor Arbor Evenings concert set among landscaped gardens and forest trails, with 5J Barrow delivering folk rock and singer songwriter originals. Expect a relaxed bring a blanket vibe and easygoing community hang time under the evening sky.
An outdoor Arbor Evenings concert set among landscaped gardens and forest trails, with 5J Barrow delivering folk rock and singer songwriter originals. Expect a relaxed bring a blanket vibe and easygoing community hang time under the evening sky.
An outdoor Arbor Evenings concert set among landscaped gardens and forest trails, with 5J Barrow delivering folk rock and singer songwriter originals. Expect a relaxed bring a blanket vibe and easygoing community hang time under the evening sky.
An evening concert set among the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, pairing Elizabeth McCorvey and Lefty Carmean for an intimate outdoor performance. Expect a relaxed, nature-soaked vibe ideal for listening under the open sky.
An evening concert set among the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, pairing Elizabeth McCorvey and Lefty Carmean for an intimate outdoor performance. Expect a relaxed, nature-soaked vibe ideal for listening under the open sky.
An evening concert set among the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, pairing Elizabeth McCorvey and Lefty Carmean for an intimate outdoor performance. Expect a relaxed, nature-soaked vibe ideal for listening under the open sky.
After-hours museum concerts spotlight local musicians playing traditional and contemporary bluegrass and Appalachian mountain tunes. Drop in on a third-Tuesday summer series for an early-evening listening set among Asheville history exhibits.
After-hours museum concerts spotlight local musicians playing traditional and contemporary bluegrass and Appalachian mountain tunes. Drop in on a third-Tuesday summer series for an early-evening listening set among Asheville history exhibits.
After-hours museum concerts spotlight local musicians playing traditional and contemporary bluegrass and Appalachian mountain tunes. Drop in on a third-Tuesday summer series for an early-evening listening set among Asheville history exhibits.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.
Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.
Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.
Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.
After-hours summer concert night at the Asheville Museum of History with good music, casual bites, and a laid-back warm-weather hang. Held every third Tuesday, it blends museum atmosphere with an easygoing social vibe.
After-hours summer concert night at the Asheville Museum of History with good music, casual bites, and a laid-back warm-weather hang. Held every third Tuesday, it blends museum atmosphere with an easygoing social vibe.
After-hours summer concert night at the Asheville Museum of History with good music, casual bites, and a laid-back warm-weather hang. Held every third Tuesday, it blends museum atmosphere with an easygoing social vibe.
An open-air arts and culture gathering in downtown’s Pritchard Park with rotating local artists, pop-up creative experiences, and live performances. Laid-back park vibes invite strolling, people-watching, and community connection.
An open-air arts and culture gathering in downtown’s Pritchard Park with rotating local artists, pop-up creative experiences, and live performances. Laid-back park vibes invite strolling, people-watching, and community connection.
An open-air arts and culture gathering in downtown’s Pritchard Park with rotating local artists, pop-up creative experiences, and live performances. Laid-back park vibes invite strolling, people-watching, and community connection.
Small-group guided hike through the Arboretum’s woodland trails, moving across multiple forest types while learning seasonal natural history. Expect wildflower spotting plus hands-on plant and tree identification with trained volunteer guides.
Small-group guided hike through the Arboretum’s woodland trails, moving across multiple forest types while learning seasonal natural history. Expect wildflower spotting plus hands-on plant and tree identification with trained volunteer guides.
Small-group guided hike through the Arboretum’s woodland trails, moving across multiple forest types while learning seasonal natural history. Expect wildflower spotting plus hands-on plant and tree identification with trained volunteer guides.
Hands-on wildflower ID walk across the Arboretum property with Lauren Lampley, focusing on plant families, key field marks, and practical tools for narrowing tricky species. Covers both easy lookalikes and hard-to-pinpoint blooms on summer trails.
Hands-on wildflower ID walk across the Arboretum property with Lauren Lampley, focusing on plant families, key field marks, and practical tools for narrowing tricky species. Covers both easy lookalikes and hard-to-pinpoint blooms on summer trails.
Hands-on wildflower ID walk across the Arboretum property with Lauren Lampley, focusing on plant families, key field marks, and practical tools for narrowing tricky species. Covers both easy lookalikes and hard-to-pinpoint blooms on summer trails.
Appalachian old time and bluegrass stage performances mix with informal pickin’ circles around the park at sundown. Bring instruments, blankets, and lawn chairs for a multi generation downtown gathering at Pack Square Park.
Appalachian old time and bluegrass stage performances mix with informal pickin’ circles around the park at sundown. Bring instruments, blankets, and lawn chairs for a multi generation downtown gathering at Pack Square Park.
Appalachian old time and bluegrass stage performances mix with informal pickin’ circles around the park at sundown. Bring instruments, blankets, and lawn chairs for a multi generation downtown gathering at Pack Square Park.
A lively, participatory drum circle fills Pritchard Park with layered hand percussion, clapping, and improvised rhythms. Locals and visitors gather outdoors for an open, come and go community jam and dance friendly energy.
A lively, participatory drum circle fills Pritchard Park with layered hand percussion, clapping, and improvised rhythms. Locals and visitors gather outdoors for an open, come and go community jam and dance friendly energy.
A lively, participatory drum circle fills Pritchard Park with layered hand percussion, clapping, and improvised rhythms. Locals and visitors gather outdoors for an open, come and go community jam and dance friendly energy.
Quiet, equipment-free morning hours create a hush across gardens and forest trails for self-guided mindfulness and reflection. Wander in near-silence without leaf blowers or mowers, ideal for slow walking and nature listening.
Quiet, equipment-free morning hours create a hush across gardens and forest trails for self-guided mindfulness and reflection. Wander in near-silence without leaf blowers or mowers, ideal for slow walking and nature listening.
Quiet, equipment-free morning hours create a hush across gardens and forest trails for self-guided mindfulness and reflection. Wander in near-silence without leaf blowers or mowers, ideal for slow walking and nature listening.
Immersive sound bath surrounded by the Arboretum’s gardens, blending resonant tones with birdsong and rustling leaves. A calming afternoon reset focused on nervous system regulation and deep relaxation among flora and fauna.
Immersive sound bath surrounded by the Arboretum’s gardens, blending resonant tones with birdsong and rustling leaves. A calming afternoon reset focused on nervous system regulation and deep relaxation among flora and fauna.
Immersive sound bath surrounded by the Arboretum’s gardens, blending resonant tones with birdsong and rustling leaves. A calming afternoon reset focused on nervous system regulation and deep relaxation among flora and fauna.
A relaxed 90 minute group walk on the NC Arboretum’s easy trails, meeting at 10 AM by the lobby benches and led by an RFAR host in an RFAR shirt. Expect a low key, social pace with tips to bring water, comfy shoes, and optional walking sticks; car entry fee applies.
A relaxed 90 minute group walk on the NC Arboretum’s easy trails, meeting at 10 AM by the lobby benches and led by an RFAR host in an RFAR shirt. Expect a low key, social pace with tips to bring water, comfy shoes, and optional walking sticks; car entry fee applies.
A relaxed 90 minute group walk on the NC Arboretum’s easy trails, meeting at 10 AM by the lobby benches and led by an RFAR host in an RFAR shirt. Expect a low key, social pace with tips to bring water, comfy shoes, and optional walking sticks; car entry fee applies.