
Arbor Evenings
Cajun, zydeco, and old school country sets from rotating local and regional artists fill the Arboretum’s outdoor grounds on Wednesday and Thursday nights through mid September. Admission is included with the regular parking fee; members enter free.
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Cajun, zydeco, and old school country sets fill the Arboretum’s outdoor grounds with danceable grooves on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Local and regional artists rotate through the series, included with regular parking admission.

Cajun, zydeco, and old school country sets fill the Arboretum’s outdoor grounds with danceable grooves on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Local and regional artists rotate through the series, included with regular parking admission.
Cajun, zydeco, and old school country sets fill the Arboretum’s outdoor grounds with danceable grooves on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Local and regional artists rotate through the series, included with regular parking admission.

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).

Cajun rock and bayou funk grooves roll through an open-air Arboretum setting, built for swaying and dancing under the trees. A late-summer evening concert vibe with high-energy rhythms and festival-style atmosphere.

Cajun rock and bayou funk grooves roll through an open-air Arboretum setting, built for swaying and dancing under the trees. A late-summer evening concert vibe with high-energy rhythms and festival-style atmosphere.
Cajun rock and bayou funk grooves roll through an open-air Arboretum setting, built for swaying and dancing under the trees. A late-summer evening concert vibe with high-energy rhythms and festival-style atmosphere.

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.

Golden hour garden strolls on the Arboretum lawn paired with rotating sets from local and regional artists. A laid-back summer evening series with on-site sipping only (no outside alcohol) and plenty of space to wander.

Golden hour garden strolls on the Arboretum lawn paired with rotating sets from local and regional artists. A laid-back summer evening series with on-site sipping only (no outside alcohol) and plenty of space to wander.
Golden hour garden strolls on the Arboretum lawn paired with rotating sets from local and regional artists. A laid-back summer evening series with on-site sipping only (no outside alcohol) and plenty of space to wander.

An intimate duo set in the Arboretum’s outdoor “Arbor Evenings” setting, pairing warm night air with live performance in a garden venue. Expect a relaxed summer-concert vibe with room to wander and listen under the trees.

An intimate duo set in the Arboretum’s outdoor “Arbor Evenings” setting, pairing warm night air with live performance in a garden venue. Expect a relaxed summer-concert vibe with room to wander and listen under the trees.
An intimate duo set in the Arboretum’s outdoor “Arbor Evenings” setting, pairing warm night air with live performance in a garden venue. Expect a relaxed summer-concert vibe with room to wander and listen under the trees.

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 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 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.

Morning at the North Carolina Arboretum with “Life Like Water,” blending nature inspired art themes with environmental learning in a botanical garden setting. Expect a calm, reflective program centered on water, ecology, and seasonal landscapes.

Morning at the North Carolina Arboretum with “Life Like Water,” blending nature inspired art themes with environmental learning in a botanical garden setting. Expect a calm, reflective program centered on water, ecology, and seasonal landscapes.
Morning at the North Carolina Arboretum with “Life Like Water,” blending nature inspired art themes with environmental learning in a botanical garden setting. Expect a calm, reflective program centered on water, ecology, and seasonal landscapes.
A slow, sensory forest bathing experience unfolds on the Arboretum’s lush trails, blending mindful walking with quiet reflection and deep nature connection. Expect a calm, restorative afternoon outdoors guided by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing experience unfolds on the Arboretum’s lush trails, blending mindful walking with quiet reflection and deep nature connection. Expect a calm, restorative afternoon outdoors guided by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing experience unfolds on the Arboretum’s lush trails, blending mindful walking with quiet reflection and deep nature connection. Expect a calm, restorative afternoon outdoors guided by Asheville Wellness Tours.

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 outdoor arts and culture gathering in downtown’s Pritchard Park, centered on local creativity and community energy. Expect a casual public-park vibe with space to browse, mingle, and soak up Asheville’s cultural scene.

An outdoor arts and culture gathering in downtown’s Pritchard Park, centered on local creativity and community energy. Expect a casual public-park vibe with space to browse, mingle, and soak up Asheville’s cultural scene.
An outdoor arts and culture gathering in downtown’s Pritchard Park, centered on local creativity and community energy. Expect a casual public-park vibe with space to browse, mingle, and soak up Asheville’s cultural scene.

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.

Small group guided hike through the North Carolina Arboretum’s botanically diverse woodland trails, moving across multiple forest types. Seasonal interpretation highlights wildflowers, plant and tree identification, and regional natural history with trained volunteer guides.

Small group guided hike through the North Carolina Arboretum’s botanically diverse woodland trails, moving across multiple forest types. Seasonal interpretation highlights wildflowers, plant and tree identification, and regional natural history with trained volunteer guides.
Small group guided hike through the North Carolina Arboretum’s botanically diverse woodland trails, moving across multiple forest types. Seasonal interpretation highlights wildflowers, plant and tree identification, and regional natural history with trained volunteer guides.

Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.

Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.
Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.

A two-hour hush settles over the arboretum gardens and trails as crews pause loud equipment, leaving birdsong and wind in the trees as the main soundtrack. Ideal for slow walks, mindful breathing, and a gentle sensory reset with discounted parking.

A two-hour hush settles over the arboretum gardens and trails as crews pause loud equipment, leaving birdsong and wind in the trees as the main soundtrack. Ideal for slow walks, mindful breathing, and a gentle sensory reset with discounted parking.
A two-hour hush settles over the arboretum gardens and trails as crews pause loud equipment, leaving birdsong and wind in the trees as the main soundtrack. Ideal for slow walks, mindful breathing, and a gentle sensory reset with discounted parking.

Heartland folk and Americana songs in an art museum setting, with intimate acoustic textures and storytelling lyrics. A late-evening performance pairs gallery ambiance with warm, rootsy concert energy.

Heartland folk and Americana songs in an art museum setting, with intimate acoustic textures and storytelling lyrics. A late-evening performance pairs gallery ambiance with warm, rootsy concert energy.
Heartland folk and Americana songs in an art museum setting, with intimate acoustic textures and storytelling lyrics. A late-evening performance pairs gallery ambiance with warm, rootsy concert energy.

Steady communal rhythms and improvised percussion build into an open drum circle in the heart of downtown. Bring a drum or just listen as neighbors gather outdoors in Pritchard Park for a weekly Friday-night groove.

Steady communal rhythms and improvised percussion build into an open drum circle in the heart of downtown. Bring a drum or just listen as neighbors gather outdoors in Pritchard Park for a weekly Friday-night groove.
Steady communal rhythms and improvised percussion build into an open drum circle in the heart of downtown. Bring a drum or just listen as neighbors gather outdoors in Pritchard Park for a weekly Friday-night groove.