Asheville Anime Con 2026
Anime and pop culture fandom meet cosplay at a two-day convention, with connections to Dragon Ball Z and Pokémon alongside appearances by Ric Flair, Jeff Hardy, and other guests.
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A family-friendly pop culture convention brings together cosplay contests, video game competitions, special guests, vendors, and attractions. Kids attend free, with activities for fans of all ages.
A family-friendly pop culture convention brings together cosplay contests, video game competitions, special guests, vendors, and attractions. Kids attend free, with activities for fans of all ages.
A family-friendly pop culture convention brings together cosplay contests, video game competitions, special guests, vendors, and attractions. Kids attend free, with activities for fans of all ages.
A lively all-day pop culture gathering brings comic books, cosplay, and games together for fans to explore, play, and connect in a festive convention atmosphere.
A lively all-day pop culture gathering brings comic books, cosplay, and games together for fans to explore, play, and connect in a festive convention atmosphere.
A lively all-day pop culture gathering brings comic books, cosplay, and games together for fans to explore, play, and connect in a festive convention atmosphere.
Browse, buy, sell, and trade collectible cards alongside anime, cosplay contests, special guests, and live music. Games, bounce houses, and food trucks bring family friendly convention energy to the weekend.
Browse, buy, sell, and trade collectible cards alongside anime, cosplay contests, special guests, and live music. Games, bounce houses, and food trucks bring family friendly convention energy to the weekend.
Browse, buy, sell, and trade collectible cards alongside anime, cosplay contests, special guests, and live music. Games, bounce houses, and food trucks bring family friendly convention energy to the weekend.
Screenings of Jewish cinema bring stories and cultural perspectives to an Asheville community gathering, with a festival program centered on heritage, identity, and engaging film storytelling.
Screenings of Jewish cinema bring stories and cultural perspectives to an Asheville community gathering, with a festival program centered on heritage, identity, and engaging film storytelling.
Screenings of Jewish cinema bring stories and cultural perspectives to an Asheville community gathering, with a festival program centered on heritage, identity, and engaging film storytelling.
The Gala 2027
MoreGymnasts of all ages and skill levels compete in a large-scale women’s gymnastics meet, drawing athletes from across the Southeast and beyond for a regional showcase of routines and athletic competition.
Gymnasts of all ages and skill levels compete in a large-scale women’s gymnastics meet, drawing athletes from across the Southeast and beyond for a regional showcase of routines and athletic competition.
Gymnasts of all ages and skill levels compete in a large-scale women’s gymnastics meet, drawing athletes from across the Southeast and beyond for a regional showcase of routines and athletic competition.
An indoor holiday market fills the heated Davis Event Center with 200+ vendors selling handmade candles, jewelry, soaps, lotions, home decor, and Christmas decor. Free admission and parking make it an easy stop for family gift shopping and local makers.
An indoor holiday market fills the heated Davis Event Center with 200+ vendors selling handmade candles, jewelry, soaps, lotions, home decor, and Christmas decor. Free admission and parking make it an easy stop for family gift shopping and local makers.
An indoor holiday market fills the heated Davis Event Center with 200+ vendors selling handmade candles, jewelry, soaps, lotions, home decor, and Christmas decor. Free admission and parking make it an easy stop for family gift shopping and local makers.
Competitive billiards and festive ugly sweaters bring players together for a holiday toy drive supporting local children. Expect friendly tournament energy, seasonal shenanigans, and a chance to make Christmas brighter.
Competitive billiards and festive ugly sweaters bring players together for a holiday toy drive supporting local children. Expect friendly tournament energy, seasonal shenanigans, and a chance to make Christmas brighter.
Competitive billiards and festive ugly sweaters bring players together for a holiday toy drive supporting local children. Expect friendly tournament energy, seasonal shenanigans, and a chance to make Christmas brighter.
Run a festive 5K starting and finishing at the middle school track, with holiday band music along the way. Proceeds support Asheville City School band programs, and runners receive a race tee.
Run a festive 5K starting and finishing at the middle school track, with holiday band music along the way. Proceeds support Asheville City School band programs, and runners receive a race tee.
Run a festive 5K starting and finishing at the middle school track, with holiday band music along the way. Proceeds support Asheville City School band programs, and runners receive a race tee.
Relaxed, free-flowing conversation explores big questions, unusual interests, personal projects, and intriguing ideas among curious, kind people. Newcomers are welcome, with no special background or reading required.
Relaxed, free-flowing conversation explores big questions, unusual interests, personal projects, and intriguing ideas among curious, kind people. Newcomers are welcome, with no special background or reading required.
Relaxed, free-flowing conversation explores big questions, unusual interests, personal projects, and intriguing ideas among curious, kind people. Newcomers are welcome, with no special background or reading required.
Indoor holiday market with heat and AC fills the Davis Event Center with 200+ vendors selling unique Christmas gifts and seasonal finds. Free admission and parking make it an easy weekend shopping stop for locals and visitors.
Indoor holiday market with heat and AC fills the Davis Event Center with 200+ vendors selling unique Christmas gifts and seasonal finds. Free admission and parking make it an easy weekend shopping stop for locals and visitors.
Indoor holiday market with heat and AC fills the Davis Event Center with 200+ vendors selling unique Christmas gifts and seasonal finds. Free admission and parking make it an easy weekend shopping stop for locals and visitors.
Americana rock with story-driven songwriting and an anything-can-happen setlist vibe, shifting from studio polish to looser onstage energy. Holiday-night, standing-room show that welcomes all ages in an intimate club setting.
Americana rock with story-driven songwriting and an anything-can-happen setlist vibe, shifting from studio polish to looser onstage energy. Holiday-night, standing-room show that welcomes all ages in an intimate club setting.
Americana rock with story-driven songwriting and an anything-can-happen setlist vibe, shifting from studio polish to looser onstage energy. Holiday-night, standing-room show that welcomes all ages in an intimate club setting.
A joy-filled 5K brings community runners from across Western North Carolina together for an end-of-season celebration. Expect an accessible, upbeat road race at Tanger Outlets Asheville.
A joy-filled 5K brings community runners from across Western North Carolina together for an end-of-season celebration. Expect an accessible, upbeat road race at Tanger Outlets Asheville.
A joy-filled 5K brings community runners from across Western North Carolina together for an end-of-season celebration. Expect an accessible, upbeat road race at Tanger Outlets Asheville.
Santa suits and festive costumes take over downtown Asheville for a high-energy holiday bar crawl starting at Urban Orchard. Expect drink specials, group photo ops, and hopping between multiple stops into the late night.
Santa suits and festive costumes take over downtown Asheville for a high-energy holiday bar crawl starting at Urban Orchard. Expect drink specials, group photo ops, and hopping between multiple stops into the late night.
Santa suits and festive costumes take over downtown Asheville for a high-energy holiday bar crawl starting at Urban Orchard. Expect drink specials, group photo ops, and hopping between multiple stops into the late night.
A full-day employee well-being summit with expert-led talks, practical workshops, and hands-on activities focused on workplace wellness. Peer networking and shared strategies for healthier, more resilient teams round out the day.
A full-day employee well-being summit with expert-led talks, practical workshops, and hands-on activities focused on workplace wellness. Peer networking and shared strategies for healthier, more resilient teams round out the day.
A full-day employee well-being summit with expert-led talks, practical workshops, and hands-on activities focused on workplace wellness. Peer networking and shared strategies for healthier, more resilient teams round out the day.
IMMERSION '26
MoreAn evening church gathering centered on spiritual immersion in a community worship setting. The listing provides no further details about the program, music, or activities.
An evening church gathering centered on spiritual immersion in a community worship setting. The listing provides no further details about the program, music, or activities.
An evening church gathering centered on spiritual immersion in a community worship setting. The listing provides no further details about the program, music, or activities.
An all ages author event welcomes children and families for a literary gathering at a public library, creating an accessible opportunity to connect with an author and books.
An all ages author event welcomes children and families for a literary gathering at a public library, creating an accessible opportunity to connect with an author and books.
An all ages author event welcomes children and families for a literary gathering at a public library, creating an accessible opportunity to connect with an author and books.
Puzzle Palooza
MoreSettle in for a social puzzle-solving gathering built around thinking creatively, spotting patterns, and connecting pieces. A relaxed community event for puzzle fans.
Settle in for a social puzzle-solving gathering built around thinking creatively, spotting patterns, and connecting pieces. A relaxed community event for puzzle fans.
Settle in for a social puzzle-solving gathering built around thinking creatively, spotting patterns, and connecting pieces. A relaxed community event for puzzle fans.
Raw punk rock performances fuel a late-night festival supporting Asheville’s underground music scene. Browse local vendors, grab food truck fare, and enter raffles between sets.
Raw punk rock performances fuel a late-night festival supporting Asheville’s underground music scene. Browse local vendors, grab food truck fare, and enter raffles between sets.
Raw punk rock performances fuel a late-night festival supporting Asheville’s underground music scene. Browse local vendors, grab food truck fare, and enter raffles between sets.
Colorful floats, seasonal music, and a Santa appearance bring neighbors together along Charlotte Highway for a festive, family-friendly hometown procession and cherished Christmas community tradition in Fairview.
Colorful floats, seasonal music, and a Santa appearance bring neighbors together along Charlotte Highway for a festive, family-friendly hometown procession and cherished Christmas community tradition in Fairview.
Colorful floats, seasonal music, and a Santa appearance bring neighbors together along Charlotte Highway for a festive, family-friendly hometown procession and cherished Christmas community tradition in Fairview.
After-dark Halloween haunted trail through the Adventure Center’s wooded course, blending jump scares and eerie atmosphere with outdoor adventure vibes. Timed for late evening, it’s a seasonal scare walk suited to groups and families seeking spooky fun.
After-dark Halloween haunted trail through the Adventure Center’s wooded course, blending jump scares and eerie atmosphere with outdoor adventure vibes. Timed for late evening, it’s a seasonal scare walk suited to groups and families seeking spooky fun.
After-dark Halloween haunted trail through the Adventure Center’s wooded course, blending jump scares and eerie atmosphere with outdoor adventure vibes. Timed for late evening, it’s a seasonal scare walk suited to groups and families seeking spooky fun.