Asheville Hot Chocolate Races
Runners gather for an Asheville winter road race with a hot chocolate theme, bringing brisk outdoor miles and a sweet seasonal atmosphere. Registration opens May 1 for the January 23, 2027 race.
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Kick off the year with a scenic 5K or 10K through downtown Asheville and the historic Grove Park area. Runners finish on North Market Street’s distinctive cobblestone block.
Kick off the year with a scenic 5K or 10K through downtown Asheville and the historic Grove Park area. Runners finish on North Market Street’s distinctive cobblestone block.
Kick off the year with a scenic 5K or 10K through downtown Asheville and the historic Grove Park area. Runners finish on North Market Street’s distinctive cobblestone block.
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.
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.
A Halloween-themed community run offers 3- and 6-mile routes for women runners, followed by complimentary recovery services. Expect an active, social outing with post-run recovery support.
A Halloween-themed community run offers 3- and 6-mile routes for women runners, followed by complimentary recovery services. Expect an active, social outing with post-run recovery support.
A Halloween-themed community run offers 3- and 6-mile routes for women runners, followed by complimentary recovery services. Expect an active, social outing with post-run recovery support.
Runners gather in festive ugly sweaters for an Asheville Hash House Harriers trail, with hares setting off at 2:30 p.m. and beer or nonalcoholic options available.
Runners gather in festive ugly sweaters for an Asheville Hash House Harriers trail, with hares setting off at 2:30 p.m. and beer or nonalcoholic options available.
Runners gather in festive ugly sweaters for an Asheville Hash House Harriers trail, with hares setting off at 2:30 p.m. and beer or nonalcoholic options available.
Holiday ice rink and winter wonderland at Asheville Yards, featuring a real outdoor ice rink with twinkling lights and festive music, holiday-inspired cocktails and hot chocolate, festive photo ops, a winter market and weekly theme nights. Family-friendly and ideal for dates and group outings.
Holiday ice rink and winter wonderland at Asheville Yards, featuring a real outdoor ice rink with twinkling lights and festive music, holiday-inspired cocktails and hot chocolate, festive photo ops, a winter market and weekly theme nights. Family-friendly and ideal for dates and group outings.
Holiday ice rink and winter wonderland at Asheville Yards, featuring a real outdoor ice rink with twinkling lights and festive music, holiday-inspired cocktails and hot chocolate, festive photo ops, a winter market and weekly theme nights. Family-friendly and ideal for dates and group outings.
Thanksgiving Day 5K fun run through Black Mountain with a festive Turkey Trot atmosphere and community crowd support. An outdoor town square start makes it easy for runners, walkers, and families to kick off the holiday together.
Thanksgiving Day 5K fun run through Black Mountain with a festive Turkey Trot atmosphere and community crowd support. An outdoor town square start makes it easy for runners, walkers, and families to kick off the holiday together.
Thanksgiving Day 5K fun run through Black Mountain with a festive Turkey Trot atmosphere and community crowd support. An outdoor town square start makes it easy for runners, walkers, and families to kick off the holiday together.
Moms on the Run
MoreRun a 5K along the scenic French Broad River Greenway, with pace-matched buddies and the option to bring a stroller. All abilities are welcome, from easing back into movement to chasing a personal best.
Run a 5K along the scenic French Broad River Greenway, with pace-matched buddies and the option to bring a stroller. All abilities are welcome, from easing back into movement to chasing a personal best.
Run a 5K along the scenic French Broad River Greenway, with pace-matched buddies and the option to bring a stroller. All abilities are welcome, from easing back into movement to chasing a personal best.
Weekly evening road-cycling group ride rolling out from a local bike shop, with a 5:30 pm meet-up and a 6:00 pm start. Open-to-all pacing and social miles make it an easy way to build fitness and riding community through summer.
Weekly evening road-cycling group ride rolling out from a local bike shop, with a 5:30 pm meet-up and a 6:00 pm start. Open-to-all pacing and social miles make it an easy way to build fitness and riding community through summer.
Weekly evening road-cycling group ride rolling out from a local bike shop, with a 5:30 pm meet-up and a 6:00 pm start. Open-to-all pacing and social miles make it an easy way to build fitness and riding community through summer.
Thursday Run
MoreChoose a one-, three-, or six-mile group run through Asheville, with routes using the riverfront Greenway. Cool down over beer and casual soccer tennis at the pub.
Choose a one-, three-, or six-mile group run through Asheville, with routes using the riverfront Greenway. Cool down over beer and casual soccer tennis at the pub.
Choose a one-, three-, or six-mile group run through Asheville, with routes using the riverfront Greenway. Cool down over beer and casual soccer tennis at the pub.
A community run club sets out from the parking area for 3- or 5-mile routes through West Asheville streets, then gathers back at a craft beer collective for a relaxed post-run social.
A community run club sets out from the parking area for 3- or 5-mile routes through West Asheville streets, then gathers back at a craft beer collective for a relaxed post-run social.
A community run club sets out from the parking area for 3- or 5-mile routes through West Asheville streets, then gathers back at a craft beer collective for a relaxed post-run social.
Ride Asheville’s mixed-surface routes on a no-drop group outing with gravel, dirt, and seasonal climbing. Route length varies, creating a welcoming midweek challenge for cyclists of different paces.
Ride Asheville’s mixed-surface routes on a no-drop group outing with gravel, dirt, and seasonal climbing. Route length varies, creating a welcoming midweek challenge for cyclists of different paces.
Ride Asheville’s mixed-surface routes on a no-drop group outing with gravel, dirt, and seasonal climbing. Route length varies, creating a welcoming midweek challenge for cyclists of different paces.
A wintery evening stroll through an adventure park dressed in seasonal lights and holiday atmosphere. A family friendly outing built for casual walking, photo moments, and community celebration after dark.
A wintery evening stroll through an adventure park dressed in seasonal lights and holiday atmosphere. A family friendly outing built for casual walking, photo moments, and community celebration after dark.
A wintery evening stroll through an adventure park dressed in seasonal lights and holiday atmosphere. A family friendly outing built for casual walking, photo moments, and community celebration after dark.
Learn practical winter survival strategies for staying safe and warm through seasonal chill, with tips for cold weather preparedness and outdoor safety.
Learn practical winter survival strategies for staying safe and warm through seasonal chill, with tips for cold weather preparedness and outdoor safety.
Learn practical winter survival strategies for staying safe and warm through seasonal chill, with tips for cold weather preparedness and outdoor safety.
A monthly training hike brings Western North Carolina Camino pilgrims together to build endurance and community on scenic local trails. The route is shared through the chapter’s Facebook announcements.
A monthly training hike brings Western North Carolina Camino pilgrims together to build endurance and community on scenic local trails. The route is shared through the chapter’s Facebook announcements.
A monthly training hike brings Western North Carolina Camino pilgrims together to build endurance and community on scenic local trails. The route is shared through the chapter’s Facebook announcements.
A no-drop social cycling ride follows Asheville’s riverfront routes, regrouping for mid-ride breaks and conversation. Mileage and elevation vary, from relaxed, flat greenway rides to more demanding weekly outings.
A no-drop social cycling ride follows Asheville’s riverfront routes, regrouping for mid-ride breaks and conversation. Mileage and elevation vary, from relaxed, flat greenway rides to more demanding weekly outings.
A no-drop social cycling ride follows Asheville’s riverfront routes, regrouping for mid-ride breaks and conversation. Mileage and elevation vary, from relaxed, flat greenway rides to more demanding weekly outings.
Women riders gather for mountain bike group rides on Asheville-area trails, with Monday evening and Wednesday morning options designed to suit different skill levels and schedules.
Women riders gather for mountain bike group rides on Asheville-area trails, with Monday evening and Wednesday morning options designed to suit different skill levels and schedules.
Women riders gather for mountain bike group rides on Asheville-area trails, with Monday evening and Wednesday morning options designed to suit different skill levels and schedules.
A casual group bike ride that ends with an outdoor coffee hang, blending an easy social pace with meetup vibes. Expect community conversation, cyclists of mixed experience, and a low key late morning start.
A casual group bike ride that ends with an outdoor coffee hang, blending an easy social pace with meetup vibes. Expect community conversation, cyclists of mixed experience, and a low key late morning start.
A casual group bike ride that ends with an outdoor coffee hang, blending an easy social pace with meetup vibes. Expect community conversation, cyclists of mixed experience, and a low key late morning start.
Slonuts Ride
MoreMonday-morning social bike ride that rolls out after coffee and a snack, then cruises 10–14 miles with about 1,000 feet of climbing. No-drop pacing keeps the group together, ending with a Hole Doughnuts stop.
Monday-morning social bike ride that rolls out after coffee and a snack, then cruises 10–14 miles with about 1,000 feet of climbing. No-drop pacing keeps the group together, ending with a Hole Doughnuts stop.
Monday-morning social bike ride that rolls out after coffee and a snack, then cruises 10–14 miles with about 1,000 feet of climbing. No-drop pacing keeps the group together, ending with a Hole Doughnuts stop.
A community nature walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Learn seasonal safety tips, ethical harvesting practices, and local ecology while exploring outdoor trails together.
A community nature walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Learn seasonal safety tips, ethical harvesting practices, and local ecology while exploring outdoor trails together.
A community nature walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Learn seasonal safety tips, ethical harvesting practices, and local ecology while exploring outdoor trails together.