
Asheville Drum Circle
Communal drum circle under the stars at Pritchard Park, with hand drums and percussionists of all levels creating call and response grooves in a free, drop in, family friendly neighborhood jam.
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Circling hand drumming and call and response rhythms create an improvisational community groove under the night sky; all-ages, drop-in session encouraging beginners to bring drums and join the beat.

Circling hand drumming and call and response rhythms create an improvisational community groove under the night sky; all-ages, drop-in session encouraging beginners to bring drums and join the beat.
Circling hand drumming and call and response rhythms create an improvisational community groove under the night sky; all-ages, drop-in session encouraging beginners to bring drums and join the beat.

Pulsing communal rhythms and hand percussion fill Pritchard Park every Friday evening, welcoming drummers and listeners of all ages for a weekly participatory circle in the heart of downtown.

Pulsing communal rhythms and hand percussion fill Pritchard Park every Friday evening, welcoming drummers and listeners of all ages for a weekly participatory circle in the heart of downtown.
Pulsing communal rhythms and hand percussion fill Pritchard Park every Friday evening, welcoming drummers and listeners of all ages for a weekly participatory circle in the heart of downtown.

Lively caller led square dances to an old time stringband blend Appalachian fiddle, banjo, and guitar, with an introductory flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and a family friendly community atmosphere at Haw Creek Commons.

Lively caller led square dances to an old time stringband blend Appalachian fiddle, banjo, and guitar, with an introductory flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and a family friendly community atmosphere at Haw Creek Commons.
Lively caller led square dances to an old time stringband blend Appalachian fiddle, banjo, and guitar, with an introductory flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and a family friendly community atmosphere at Haw Creek Commons.

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.

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.

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.

An outdoor summer shindig with toe-tapping old-time and bluegrass tunes, informal jam-style sets, and flatfoot dancing on the lawn. Neighbors spread blankets in Pack Square Park for a relaxed, all-ages community hang.

An outdoor summer shindig with toe-tapping old-time and bluegrass tunes, informal jam-style sets, and flatfoot dancing on the lawn. Neighbors spread blankets in Pack Square Park for a relaxed, all-ages community hang.
An outdoor summer shindig with toe-tapping old-time and bluegrass tunes, informal jam-style sets, and flatfoot dancing on the lawn. Neighbors spread blankets in Pack Square Park for a relaxed, all-ages community hang.

An open-air art market fills Pack Square Park with local artist booths, handmade goods, and browseable displays under the trees. Expect a casual daytime stroll vibe with community mingling in a downtown green space.

An open-air art market fills Pack Square Park with local artist booths, handmade goods, and browseable displays under the trees. Expect a casual daytime stroll vibe with community mingling in a downtown green space.
An open-air art market fills Pack Square Park with local artist booths, handmade goods, and browseable displays under the trees. Expect a casual daytime stroll vibe with community mingling in a downtown green space.

Guided feel-good flash mob dance through downtown Asheville with playful hosts and upbeat music, turning strangers into friends in a weekly sober movement party for all skill levels to spread joy.

Guided feel-good flash mob dance through downtown Asheville with playful hosts and upbeat music, turning strangers into friends in a weekly sober movement party for all skill levels to spread joy.
Guided feel-good flash mob dance through downtown Asheville with playful hosts and upbeat music, turning strangers into friends in a weekly sober movement party for all skill levels to spread joy.

Led by live drumming, shamanic journey circles alter brain waves for seasonal ritual work and personal integration in a small community circle; accessible, beginner friendly practices deepen meditation, spirit connection, and clarity.

Led by live drumming, shamanic journey circles alter brain waves for seasonal ritual work and personal integration in a small community circle; accessible, beginner friendly practices deepen meditation, spirit connection, and clarity.
Led by live drumming, shamanic journey circles alter brain waves for seasonal ritual work and personal integration in a small community circle; accessible, beginner friendly practices deepen meditation, spirit connection, and clarity.

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.

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.

A community festival centered on love, joy, and playful connection with activities that encourage mingling and shared experiences. Expect an upbeat, inclusive atmosphere geared toward locals and visitors alike.

A community festival centered on love, joy, and playful connection with activities that encourage mingling and shared experiences. Expect an upbeat, inclusive atmosphere geared toward locals and visitors alike.
A community festival centered on love, joy, and playful connection with activities that encourage mingling and shared experiences. Expect an upbeat, inclusive atmosphere geared toward locals and visitors alike.

Unplugged acoustic bluegrass jam featuring banjo, fiddle, mandolin, and guitar in Pisgah Brewing's cozy taproom and patio; all skill levels welcome to bring instruments and join the weekly participatory session.

Unplugged acoustic bluegrass jam featuring banjo, fiddle, mandolin, and guitar in Pisgah Brewing's cozy taproom and patio; all skill levels welcome to bring instruments and join the weekly participatory session.
Unplugged acoustic bluegrass jam featuring banjo, fiddle, mandolin, and guitar in Pisgah Brewing's cozy taproom and patio; all skill levels welcome to bring instruments and join the weekly participatory session.

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.

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 weekly Sunday-night open jam in a brewery taproom, led by rotating special guests and shaped by whoever jumps in. Bring an instrument or just listen as local players trade songs and improvise together.

A weekly Sunday-night open jam in a brewery taproom, led by rotating special guests and shaped by whoever jumps in. Bring an instrument or just listen as local players trade songs and improvise together.
A weekly Sunday-night open jam in a brewery taproom, led by rotating special guests and shaped by whoever jumps in. Bring an instrument or just listen as local players trade songs and improvise together.

Deep guided yoga nidra paired with a live drum journey and resonant sound healing to induce deep relaxation, nervous system reset, and restorative inner travel in a dim, cushion friendly West Asheville yoga studio.

Deep guided yoga nidra paired with a live drum journey and resonant sound healing to induce deep relaxation, nervous system reset, and restorative inner travel in a dim, cushion friendly West Asheville yoga studio.
Deep guided yoga nidra paired with a live drum journey and resonant sound healing to induce deep relaxation, nervous system reset, and restorative inner travel in a dim, cushion friendly West Asheville yoga studio.

Informal Sunday night open jam in a brewery taproom where musicians of all skill levels sit in with rotating special guest hosts, fostering communal music-making alongside pints and casual conversation.

Informal Sunday night open jam in a brewery taproom where musicians of all skill levels sit in with rotating special guest hosts, fostering communal music-making alongside pints and casual conversation.
Informal Sunday night open jam in a brewery taproom where musicians of all skill levels sit in with rotating special guest hosts, fostering communal music-making alongside pints and casual conversation.

Low-key Sunday evening open jam in Pisgah Brewing's taproom, welcoming musicians of all skill levels to sit in with rotating special guests for spontaneous acoustic and electric sets.

Low-key Sunday evening open jam in Pisgah Brewing's taproom, welcoming musicians of all skill levels to sit in with rotating special guests for spontaneous acoustic and electric sets.
Low-key Sunday evening open jam in Pisgah Brewing's taproom, welcoming musicians of all skill levels to sit in with rotating special guests for spontaneous acoustic and electric sets.