
Asheville Drum Circle
Percussive communal drum circle in Pritchard Park at twilight, where improvisational hand-drumming invites dancing, street-style movement, and an open-ended participatory celebration of individuality and neighborhood community.
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Communal hand-drumming and percussion in Pritchard Park every Friday evening, an open, participatory circle of hand drums, shakers, and body percussion that draws locals for relaxed outdoor rhythm and social connection.

Communal hand-drumming and percussion in Pritchard Park every Friday evening, an open, participatory circle of hand drums, shakers, and body percussion that draws locals for relaxed outdoor rhythm and social connection.
Communal hand-drumming and percussion in Pritchard Park every Friday evening, an open, participatory circle of hand drums, shakers, and body percussion that draws locals for relaxed outdoor rhythm and social connection.

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.

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.
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.

Neighborhood flash mob parade of guided choreography and feel good music, sweeping through downtown streets for playful street dancing and community connection. Sober, beginner friendly movement party that turns strangers into friends.

Neighborhood flash mob parade of guided choreography and feel good music, sweeping through downtown streets for playful street dancing and community connection. Sober, beginner friendly movement party that turns strangers into friends.
Neighborhood flash mob parade of guided choreography and feel good music, sweeping through downtown streets for playful street dancing and community connection. Sober, beginner friendly movement party that turns strangers into friends.

Downtown fills with roaming street performers and pop up sets, blending music, juggling, and interactive acts in a festival atmosphere. A walkable, all ages celebration of Asheville busking culture and community energy.

Downtown fills with roaming street performers and pop up sets, blending music, juggling, and interactive acts in a festival atmosphere. A walkable, all ages celebration of Asheville busking culture and community energy.
Downtown fills with roaming street performers and pop up sets, blending music, juggling, and interactive acts in a festival atmosphere. A walkable, all ages celebration of Asheville busking culture and community energy.

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.

Live drumming induces altered brainwave states for a guided shamanic journey connecting participants to seasonal rituals, spirit allies, and personal integration, ideal for beginners building their multidimensional practice within a supportive circle.

Live drumming induces altered brainwave states for a guided shamanic journey connecting participants to seasonal rituals, spirit allies, and personal integration, ideal for beginners building their multidimensional practice within a supportive circle.
Live drumming induces altered brainwave states for a guided shamanic journey connecting participants to seasonal rituals, spirit allies, and personal integration, ideal for beginners building their multidimensional practice within a supportive circle.

Flow with earthlike pulses as live drumming drives a rhythmic vinyasa of flowing sequences and grounding postures, cultivating inner strength and somatic attunement in a soulful studio practice for all levels.

Flow with earthlike pulses as live drumming drives a rhythmic vinyasa of flowing sequences and grounding postures, cultivating inner strength and somatic attunement in a soulful studio practice for all levels.
Flow with earthlike pulses as live drumming drives a rhythmic vinyasa of flowing sequences and grounding postures, cultivating inner strength and somatic attunement in a soulful studio practice for all levels.

Eclectic open air market of vintage, handmade, and oddity vendors, inviting browsing and discovery of artisanal goods, curios, and small batch makers; casual, family friendly vibe with community focused stalls and live strolling energy.

Eclectic open air market of vintage, handmade, and oddity vendors, inviting browsing and discovery of artisanal goods, curios, and small batch makers; casual, family friendly vibe with community focused stalls and live strolling energy.
Eclectic open air market of vintage, handmade, and oddity vendors, inviting browsing and discovery of artisanal goods, curios, and small batch makers; casual, family friendly vibe with community focused stalls and live strolling energy.

Communal hand drumming and rhythm workshop led by Larry McDowell, focusing on technique, call and response grooves, and rhythmic improvisation for beginner friendly participation in The Well’s intimate Asheville community space.

Communal hand drumming and rhythm workshop led by Larry McDowell, focusing on technique, call and response grooves, and rhythmic improvisation for beginner friendly participation in The Well’s intimate Asheville community space.
Communal hand drumming and rhythm workshop led by Larry McDowell, focusing on technique, call and response grooves, and rhythmic improvisation for beginner friendly participation in The Well’s intimate Asheville community space.

Beginner-friendly swing lesson at 7pm followed by DJ-led social dancing until 10:30, with Lindy Hop, East Coast Swing, and Balboa on a roomy dance floor. $10 admission includes the lesson and dance, and solo dancers are welcome.

Beginner-friendly swing lesson at 7pm followed by DJ-led social dancing until 10:30, with Lindy Hop, East Coast Swing, and Balboa on a roomy dance floor. $10 admission includes the lesson and dance, and solo dancers are welcome.
Beginner-friendly swing lesson at 7pm followed by DJ-led social dancing until 10:30, with Lindy Hop, East Coast Swing, and Balboa on a roomy dance floor. $10 admission includes the lesson and dance, and solo dancers are welcome.

Lively New England style contra with upbeat fiddles and guitar, caller instruction at 7 p.m. followed by live band dancing at 7:30. All skill levels welcome for a weekly Monday night community dance.

Lively New England style contra with upbeat fiddles and guitar, caller instruction at 7 p.m. followed by live band dancing at 7:30. All skill levels welcome for a weekly Monday night community dance.
Lively New England style contra with upbeat fiddles and guitar, caller instruction at 7 p.m. followed by live band dancing at 7:30. All skill levels welcome for a weekly Monday night community dance.

Bass-driven ecstatic dance with guest DJ Karen Funshine, beginning with a guided warmup and opening circle led by a facilitator to hold a safe expressive container; sliding scale pricing and all levels welcome.

Bass-driven ecstatic dance with guest DJ Karen Funshine, beginning with a guided warmup and opening circle led by a facilitator to hold a safe expressive container; sliding scale pricing and all levels welcome.
Bass-driven ecstatic dance with guest DJ Karen Funshine, beginning with a guided warmup and opening circle led by a facilitator to hold a safe expressive container; sliding scale pricing and all levels welcome.

Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.

Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.
Resonant gongs and crystal bowls wash through the Arboretum gardens in a guided sound bath, encouraging deep relaxation and meditative listening among towering native trees and cultivated plantings.

A cappella community hymn singing with hymnbooks available to borrow or purchase; beginner friendly, accessible meeting room setting for twice monthly Thursday evenings, 6:30–8:30.

A cappella community hymn singing with hymnbooks available to borrow or purchase; beginner friendly, accessible meeting room setting for twice monthly Thursday evenings, 6:30–8:30.
A cappella community hymn singing with hymnbooks available to borrow or purchase; beginner friendly, accessible meeting room setting for twice monthly Thursday evenings, 6:30–8:30.

Pulsing EDM influenced ecstatic dance with a warmup, opening circle, and two hour evening wave in a sober, judgment free space for freeform movement, presence, and communal embodiment.

Pulsing EDM influenced ecstatic dance with a warmup, opening circle, and two hour evening wave in a sober, judgment free space for freeform movement, presence, and communal embodiment.
Pulsing EDM influenced ecstatic dance with a warmup, opening circle, and two hour evening wave in a sober, judgment free space for freeform movement, presence, and communal embodiment.

Bass and groove driven ecstatic dance set by DJ Sara Bensman guiding somatic movement during a 7–9pm evening wave with a 7pm warmup and 7:30pm opening circle, designed for safe, expressive community release.

Bass and groove driven ecstatic dance set by DJ Sara Bensman guiding somatic movement during a 7–9pm evening wave with a 7pm warmup and 7:30pm opening circle, designed for safe, expressive community release.
Bass and groove driven ecstatic dance set by DJ Sara Bensman guiding somatic movement during a 7–9pm evening wave with a 7pm warmup and 7:30pm opening circle, designed for safe, expressive community release.

Uplifting, beginner friendly line dancing in a relaxed brewery taproom on the second Sunday monthly; no boots, partner, or experience required and there's no cover charge, creating a social, low-pressure dance night.

Uplifting, beginner friendly line dancing in a relaxed brewery taproom on the second Sunday monthly; no boots, partner, or experience required and there's no cover charge, creating a social, low-pressure dance night.
Uplifting, beginner friendly line dancing in a relaxed brewery taproom on the second Sunday monthly; no boots, partner, or experience required and there's no cover charge, creating a social, low-pressure dance night.

Community evening group bike ride through Asheville's urban streets and neighborhood routes, hosted by Asheville on Bikes; relaxed pace welcomes all levels with a guided route and bike light recommended for post-sunset riding.

Community evening group bike ride through Asheville's urban streets and neighborhood routes, hosted by Asheville on Bikes; relaxed pace welcomes all levels with a guided route and bike light recommended for post-sunset riding.
Community evening group bike ride through Asheville's urban streets and neighborhood routes, hosted by Asheville on Bikes; relaxed pace welcomes all levels with a guided route and bike light recommended for post-sunset riding.

Communal healing circle of reiki, massage, crystal work, didgeridoo sound and other energy modalities where participants give and receive treatments in a reciprocal, trust building group focus on self care.

Communal healing circle of reiki, massage, crystal work, didgeridoo sound and other energy modalities where participants give and receive treatments in a reciprocal, trust building group focus on self care.
Communal healing circle of reiki, massage, crystal work, didgeridoo sound and other energy modalities where participants give and receive treatments in a reciprocal, trust building group focus on self care.

Breezy after work gathering on the outdoor 80 Court Plaza in downtown Asheville, where locals mingle and unwind during a weekday evening of casual socializing and low-key nightlife energy.

Breezy after work gathering on the outdoor 80 Court Plaza in downtown Asheville, where locals mingle and unwind during a weekday evening of casual socializing and low-key nightlife energy.
Breezy after work gathering on the outdoor 80 Court Plaza in downtown Asheville, where locals mingle and unwind during a weekday evening of casual socializing and low-key nightlife energy.