Asheville Community Square Dance
Live old time stringband drives upbeat reels and squares as a caller guides easy-to-follow, no-partner dances; brief flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, accessible parking, and an all ages community vibe.
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Live old time string band accompanies a caller leading easy to follow square dances with a short flatfoot lesson; no partner or experience required, all ages welcome, plus a cake raffle and accessible parking.
Live old time string band accompanies a caller leading easy to follow square dances with a short flatfoot lesson; no partner or experience required, all ages welcome, plus a cake raffle and accessible parking.
Live old time string band accompanies a caller leading easy to follow square dances with a short flatfoot lesson; no partner or experience required, all ages welcome, plus a cake raffle and accessible parking.
Appalachian old-time string band drives caller-led, easy-to-follow square dances in a convivial hall; a short flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and accessible parking make it beginner- and family-friendly.
Appalachian old-time string band drives caller-led, easy-to-follow square dances in a convivial hall; a short flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and accessible parking make it beginner- and family-friendly.
Appalachian old-time string band drives caller-led, easy-to-follow square dances in a convivial hall; a short flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and accessible parking make it beginner- and family-friendly.
Caller led contra dancing blending English country, Scottish, French, and Appalachian rhythms; a 7:00 beginner lesson preps newcomers for the 7:30 dance in a welcoming, queer inclusive community, suggested $12 donation (cash or Venmo).
Caller led contra dancing blending English country, Scottish, French, and Appalachian rhythms; a 7:00 beginner lesson preps newcomers for the 7:30 dance in a welcoming, queer inclusive community, suggested $12 donation (cash or Venmo).
Caller led contra dancing blending English country, Scottish, French, and Appalachian rhythms; a 7:00 beginner lesson preps newcomers for the 7:30 dance in a welcoming, queer inclusive community, suggested $12 donation (cash or Venmo).
Casual line-dancing to upbeat country rhythms welcomes newcomers and regulars at Hi-Wire Brewing's Biltmore Village taproom. No boots, partner, or experience required; free admission every second Sunday.
Casual line-dancing to upbeat country rhythms welcomes newcomers and regulars at Hi-Wire Brewing's Biltmore Village taproom. No boots, partner, or experience required; free admission every second Sunday.
Casual line-dancing to upbeat country rhythms welcomes newcomers and regulars at Hi-Wire Brewing's Biltmore Village taproom. No boots, partner, or experience required; free admission every second Sunday.
Communal, participatory drum circle at Pritchard Park with hand drums and percussion rhythms under the evening sky; community members and visitors gather for open, improvisational grooves and rhythmic socializing in a public park.
Communal, participatory drum circle at Pritchard Park with hand drums and percussion rhythms under the evening sky; community members and visitors gather for open, improvisational grooves and rhythmic socializing in a public park.
Communal, participatory drum circle at Pritchard Park with hand drums and percussion rhythms under the evening sky; community members and visitors gather for open, improvisational grooves and rhythmic socializing in a public park.
Step-by-step country-style line dance lessons in a lively Hi-Wire event hall, teaching basic choreographed steps and partner-free formations for absolute beginners — no boots or experience required for this late-evening social session.
Step-by-step country-style line dance lessons in a lively Hi-Wire event hall, teaching basic choreographed steps and partner-free formations for absolute beginners — no boots or experience required for this late-evening social session.
Step-by-step country-style line dance lessons in a lively Hi-Wire event hall, teaching basic choreographed steps and partner-free formations for absolute beginners — no boots or experience required for this late-evening social session.
Twilight drum pulses and improvised percussion create a trance-like, participatory drum circle where locals and visitors dance, play hand drums, and experience communal synchronicity every Friday night in an open public park.
Twilight drum pulses and improvised percussion create a trance-like, participatory drum circle where locals and visitors dance, play hand drums, and experience communal synchronicity every Friday night in an open public park.
Twilight drum pulses and improvised percussion create a trance-like, participatory drum circle where locals and visitors dance, play hand drums, and experience communal synchronicity every Friday night in an open public park.
High energy big band swing from the Asheville Jazz Orchestra invites social dancing on the White Horse Black Mountain floor, with horn driven arrangements, dancing couples, and classic swing standards for improvised partner steps.
High energy big band swing from the Asheville Jazz Orchestra invites social dancing on the White Horse Black Mountain floor, with horn driven arrangements, dancing couples, and classic swing standards for improvised partner steps.
High energy big band swing from the Asheville Jazz Orchestra invites social dancing on the White Horse Black Mountain floor, with horn driven arrangements, dancing couples, and classic swing standards for improvised partner steps.
Toe-tapping swing era big band performances of Count Basie and Buddy Rich classics by the Asheville Jazz Orchestra, delivering an evening of partner-friendly swing dancing at White Horse Black Mountain.
Toe-tapping swing era big band performances of Count Basie and Buddy Rich classics by the Asheville Jazz Orchestra, delivering an evening of partner-friendly swing dancing at White Horse Black Mountain.
Toe-tapping swing era big band performances of Count Basie and Buddy Rich classics by the Asheville Jazz Orchestra, delivering an evening of partner-friendly swing dancing at White Horse Black Mountain.
Buzzing street dance with flash mob choreography and upbeat music, guided by playful hosts for beginner friendly moves. Parade through downtown Asheville in a sober friendly social atmosphere that turns strangers into friends.
Buzzing street dance with flash mob choreography and upbeat music, guided by playful hosts for beginner friendly moves. Parade through downtown Asheville in a sober friendly social atmosphere that turns strangers into friends.
Buzzing street dance with flash mob choreography and upbeat music, guided by playful hosts for beginner friendly moves. Parade through downtown Asheville in a sober friendly social atmosphere that turns strangers into friends.
Pulse driven ecstatic dance led by guest DJ Stacey Butcher with a 7pm warmup and 7:30pm opening circle in a community school gym; donation based sliding scale and inclusive all levels embodied movement.
Pulse driven ecstatic dance led by guest DJ Stacey Butcher with a 7pm warmup and 7:30pm opening circle in a community school gym; donation based sliding scale and inclusive all levels embodied movement.
Pulse driven ecstatic dance led by guest DJ Stacey Butcher with a 7pm warmup and 7:30pm opening circle in a community school gym; donation based sliding scale and inclusive all levels embodied movement.
Embodied ecstatic dance beginning with a 7pm warmup and facilitator-led opening circle, moving through DJ-driven electronic and world grooves for somatic release; sliding scale tickets and strict on-time door policy.
Embodied ecstatic dance beginning with a 7pm warmup and facilitator-led opening circle, moving through DJ-driven electronic and world grooves for somatic release; sliding scale tickets and strict on-time door policy.
Embodied ecstatic dance beginning with a 7pm warmup and facilitator-led opening circle, moving through DJ-driven electronic and world grooves for somatic release; sliding scale tickets and strict on-time door policy.
Intensive beginner tango training emphasizing posture, lead and follow connection, and basic step sequences in a friendly social studio setting. Partnered technique drills and social practice build confidence and musicality for new dancers.
Intensive beginner tango training emphasizing posture, lead and follow connection, and basic step sequences in a friendly social studio setting. Partnered technique drills and social practice build confidence and musicality for new dancers.
Intensive beginner tango training emphasizing posture, lead and follow connection, and basic step sequences in a friendly social studio setting. Partnered technique drills and social practice build confidence and musicality for new dancers.
Laid back improv workshop of playful group games to build spontaneity, creativity, and stage confidence; beginner friendly drop in, RSVP recommended, and note there are stairs at the entrance.
Laid back improv workshop of playful group games to build spontaneity, creativity, and stage confidence; beginner friendly drop in, RSVP recommended, and note there are stairs at the entrance.
Laid back improv workshop of playful group games to build spontaneity, creativity, and stage confidence; beginner friendly drop in, RSVP recommended, and note there are stairs at the entrance.
Immersive ecstatic dance with guest DJ Fiddlehead and facilitator Kris Hostikka, beginning with a communal warmup and 7:30 opening circle; strict door policy preserves an intentional, safety-focused container and sliding-scale tickets.
Immersive ecstatic dance with guest DJ Fiddlehead and facilitator Kris Hostikka, beginning with a communal warmup and 7:30 opening circle; strict door policy preserves an intentional, safety-focused container and sliding-scale tickets.
Immersive ecstatic dance with guest DJ Fiddlehead and facilitator Kris Hostikka, beginning with a communal warmup and 7:30 opening circle; strict door policy preserves an intentional, safety-focused container and sliding-scale tickets.
Senior Games clinics at various venues featuring sample sessions from the Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games' 127 events across multiple sports. Seniors aged 50+ are invited to try sports through these clinics.
Senior Games clinics at various venues featuring sample sessions from the Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games' 127 events across multiple sports. Seniors aged 50+ are invited to try sports through these clinics.
Senior Games clinics at various venues featuring sample sessions from the Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games' 127 events across multiple sports. Seniors aged 50+ are invited to try sports through these clinics.
Rolling social bike rides in the River Arts District that vary weekly in length and intensity; riders of all abilities gather at the riverside dock for casual camaraderie—follow @mountain.haulers for logistics.
Rolling social bike rides in the River Arts District that vary weekly in length and intensity; riders of all abilities gather at the riverside dock for casual camaraderie—follow @mountain.haulers for logistics.
Rolling social bike rides in the River Arts District that vary weekly in length and intensity; riders of all abilities gather at the riverside dock for casual camaraderie—follow @mountain.haulers for logistics.
Convivial pub session of traditional Irish fiddles, flute, accordion, and bodhrán with singalong reels and set dances; pickup musicians from across WNC trade tunes and create a lively, communal Celtic atmosphere.
Convivial pub session of traditional Irish fiddles, flute, accordion, and bodhrán with singalong reels and set dances; pickup musicians from across WNC trade tunes and create a lively, communal Celtic atmosphere.
Convivial pub session of traditional Irish fiddles, flute, accordion, and bodhrán with singalong reels and set dances; pickup musicians from across WNC trade tunes and create a lively, communal Celtic atmosphere.
High-energy bluegrass sets of blazing banjo rolls, tight three-part harmonies, and syncopated flatpicking from top WNC pickers; a loose open jam follows at 9:30 PM in a cozy pub taproom.
High-energy bluegrass sets of blazing banjo rolls, tight three-part harmonies, and syncopated flatpicking from top WNC pickers; a loose open jam follows at 9:30 PM in a cozy pub taproom.
High-energy bluegrass sets of blazing banjo rolls, tight three-part harmonies, and syncopated flatpicking from top WNC pickers; a loose open jam follows at 9:30 PM in a cozy pub taproom.
Women-led group mountain bike outings with supportive, no-drop pacing and volunteer leaders; choose an intermediate route or a beginner/chill option for skill-building, confidence, and social trail riding.
Women-led group mountain bike outings with supportive, no-drop pacing and volunteer leaders; choose an intermediate route or a beginner/chill option for skill-building, confidence, and social trail riding.
Women-led group mountain bike outings with supportive, no-drop pacing and volunteer leaders; choose an intermediate route or a beginner/chill option for skill-building, confidence, and social trail riding.