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Late-night spoken-word and poetry readings in a dimly lit barroom, where poets and storytellers share short fiction, essays, and microfiction during a relaxed open-mic for community audiences.
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Late-night spoken-word and poetry readings in an intimate bar setting, with open-mic slots, confessional storytelling, and close-up audience interaction for writers and listeners seeking raw, communal literary vibes.
Late-night spoken-word and poetry readings in an intimate bar setting, with open-mic slots, confessional storytelling, and close-up audience interaction for writers and listeners seeking raw, communal literary vibes.
Late-night spoken-word and poetry readings in an intimate bar setting, with open-mic slots, confessional storytelling, and close-up audience interaction for writers and listeners seeking raw, communal literary vibes.
Five-minute original pieces across storytelling, music, poetry, comedy, literature, and dance fill an intimate parlor on First Sundays, inviting performers and audience to celebrate Asheville's local arts community.
Five-minute original pieces across storytelling, music, poetry, comedy, literature, and dance fill an intimate parlor on First Sundays, inviting performers and audience to celebrate Asheville's local arts community.
Five-minute original pieces across storytelling, music, poetry, comedy, literature, and dance fill an intimate parlor on First Sundays, inviting performers and audience to celebrate Asheville's local arts community.
Asheville’s longest-running open mic invites poets, storytellers, and other creatives to take the mic in a relaxed kava lounge setting. Sign-up starts at 8 p.m. for 5- or 10-minute spots.
Asheville’s longest-running open mic invites poets, storytellers, and other creatives to take the mic in a relaxed kava lounge setting. Sign-up starts at 8 p.m. for 5- or 10-minute spots.
Asheville’s longest-running open mic invites poets, storytellers, and other creatives to take the mic in a relaxed kava lounge setting. Sign-up starts at 8 p.m. for 5- or 10-minute spots.
Cozy neighborhood bar hosts an open mic night for acoustic guitars, storytelling, and spoken word; performers sign up on arrival while a supportive crowd fuels intimate evening showcases of local talent.
Cozy neighborhood bar hosts an open mic night for acoustic guitars, storytelling, and spoken word; performers sign up on arrival while a supportive crowd fuels intimate evening showcases of local talent.
Cozy neighborhood bar hosts an open mic night for acoustic guitars, storytelling, and spoken word; performers sign up on arrival while a supportive crowd fuels intimate evening showcases of local talent.
Late-night hangout in an intimate cocktail lounge setting with a relaxed, social vibe. Ideal for small groups looking for a downtown spot for drinks, conversation, and a low-key night out.
Late-night hangout in an intimate cocktail lounge setting with a relaxed, social vibe. Ideal for small groups looking for a downtown spot for drinks, conversation, and a low-key night out.
Late-night hangout in an intimate cocktail lounge setting with a relaxed, social vibe. Ideal for small groups looking for a downtown spot for drinks, conversation, and a low-key night out.
Late-night open mic in a quirky West Asheville venue where comics test fresh bits, oddball characters, and crowd-driven riffs. A come-as-you-are comedy freakshow with a rotating lineup and unpredictable energy.
Late-night open mic in a quirky West Asheville venue where comics test fresh bits, oddball characters, and crowd-driven riffs. A come-as-you-are comedy freakshow with a rotating lineup and unpredictable energy.
Late-night open mic in a quirky West Asheville venue where comics test fresh bits, oddball characters, and crowd-driven riffs. A come-as-you-are comedy freakshow with a rotating lineup and unpredictable energy.
A laid-back late-night open mic hosted by Kodey inside a downtown kava lounge. Expect a casual rotation of performers sharing songs, poetry, and short sets in an intimate social setting.
A laid-back late-night open mic hosted by Kodey inside a downtown kava lounge. Expect a casual rotation of performers sharing songs, poetry, and short sets in an intimate social setting.
A laid-back late-night open mic hosted by Kodey inside a downtown kava lounge. Expect a casual rotation of performers sharing songs, poetry, and short sets in an intimate social setting.
Low-lit legendary open mic showcasing singer-songwriters and surprise acts—original songs, covers, guitar and piano—each performer takes a 15 minute (or three-song) slot for intimate, up-and-coming talent.
Low-lit legendary open mic showcasing singer-songwriters and surprise acts—original songs, covers, guitar and piano—each performer takes a 15 minute (or three-song) slot for intimate, up-and-coming talent.
Low-lit legendary open mic showcasing singer-songwriters and surprise acts—original songs, covers, guitar and piano—each performer takes a 15 minute (or three-song) slot for intimate, up-and-coming talent.
Low-key stage time at a cozy kava bar where singers, poets, comedians, and storytellers rotate through short sets. A friendly late-night hang for trying new material and meeting local creatives in Weaverville.
Low-key stage time at a cozy kava bar where singers, poets, comedians, and storytellers rotate through short sets. A friendly late-night hang for trying new material and meeting local creatives in Weaverville.
Low-key stage time at a cozy kava bar where singers, poets, comedians, and storytellers rotate through short sets. A friendly late-night hang for trying new material and meeting local creatives in Weaverville.
Late night spoken word open mic with draft beer available at The Argot Room, where local poets and storytellers take the mic in an intimate, low lit room for raw readings and audience feedback.
Late night spoken word open mic with draft beer available at The Argot Room, where local poets and storytellers take the mic in an intimate, low lit room for raw readings and audience feedback.
Late night spoken word open mic with draft beer available at The Argot Room, where local poets and storytellers take the mic in an intimate, low lit room for raw readings and audience feedback.
Rapid-fire PechaKucha talks from Asheville locals—20 slides at 20 seconds each—deliver a tight mix of design, culture, and personal storytelling. Post-show hanging out continues in a bar setting with strong nonalcoholic options and a food truck.
Rapid-fire PechaKucha talks from Asheville locals—20 slides at 20 seconds each—deliver a tight mix of design, culture, and personal storytelling. Post-show hanging out continues in a bar setting with strong nonalcoholic options and a food truck.
Rapid-fire PechaKucha talks from Asheville locals—20 slides at 20 seconds each—deliver a tight mix of design, culture, and personal storytelling. Post-show hanging out continues in a bar setting with strong nonalcoholic options and a food truck.
Cozy evening crafting with paints, pencils, and yarn while sipping cocktails or tea; a weekly, inclusive meetup for painting, sketching, knitting, and other DIY projects in a relaxed bar atmosphere.
Cozy evening crafting with paints, pencils, and yarn while sipping cocktails or tea; a weekly, inclusive meetup for painting, sketching, knitting, and other DIY projects in a relaxed bar atmosphere.
Cozy evening crafting with paints, pencils, and yarn while sipping cocktails or tea; a weekly, inclusive meetup for painting, sketching, knitting, and other DIY projects in a relaxed bar atmosphere.
Casual introvert friendly hangout with a short round of chatter, then quiet shared reading time with your own fantasy or sci fi book. Swap rants and raves afterward in a cozy indoor room or on the patio, weather permitting.
Casual introvert friendly hangout with a short round of chatter, then quiet shared reading time with your own fantasy or sci fi book. Swap rants and raves afterward in a cozy indoor room or on the patio, weather permitting.
Casual introvert friendly hangout with a short round of chatter, then quiet shared reading time with your own fantasy or sci fi book. Swap rants and raves afterward in a cozy indoor room or on the patio, weather permitting.
Late-night live sets in a lively downtown bar setting, blending music with a buzzing after-hours crowd. Ideal for a casual drink-and-listen night that leans social and upbeat.
Late-night live sets in a lively downtown bar setting, blending music with a buzzing after-hours crowd. Ideal for a casual drink-and-listen night that leans social and upbeat.
Late-night live sets in a lively downtown bar setting, blending music with a buzzing after-hours crowd. Ideal for a casual drink-and-listen night that leans social and upbeat.
A candlelit late night collage session centered on flora and foraged textures, mixing cut paper, pressed botanicals, and natural ephemera. Relaxed creative social vibe in an intimate Asheville spot, great for beginners and seasoned makers.
A candlelit late night collage session centered on flora and foraged textures, mixing cut paper, pressed botanicals, and natural ephemera. Relaxed creative social vibe in an intimate Asheville spot, great for beginners and seasoned makers.
A candlelit late night collage session centered on flora and foraged textures, mixing cut paper, pressed botanicals, and natural ephemera. Relaxed creative social vibe in an intimate Asheville spot, great for beginners and seasoned makers.
A late-night Monday mashup in a West Asheville brewpub built for post-weekend hangs, with an energetic bar vibe and rotating entertainment focus. Ideal for locals looking for a low-pressure social night out.
A late-night Monday mashup in a West Asheville brewpub built for post-weekend hangs, with an energetic bar vibe and rotating entertainment focus. Ideal for locals looking for a low-pressure social night out.
A late-night Monday mashup in a West Asheville brewpub built for post-weekend hangs, with an energetic bar vibe and rotating entertainment focus. Ideal for locals looking for a low-pressure social night out.
A downtown brewery open mic night hosted by Tony Willingham with a casual, come-as-you-are vibe. Sign-ups start at 6:30 PM and the mic kicks off at 7:30 PM for musicians, comics, and spoken-word performers.
A downtown brewery open mic night hosted by Tony Willingham with a casual, come-as-you-are vibe. Sign-ups start at 6:30 PM and the mic kicks off at 7:30 PM for musicians, comics, and spoken-word performers.
A downtown brewery open mic night hosted by Tony Willingham with a casual, come-as-you-are vibe. Sign-ups start at 6:30 PM and the mic kicks off at 7:30 PM for musicians, comics, and spoken-word performers.
Peer-led writing workshop where attendees circulate 8–10 printed copies of new work for group read-through and detailed critique. Welcoming pub meetup for both presenters and listeners to discuss craft, revise drafts, and get inspired.
Peer-led writing workshop where attendees circulate 8–10 printed copies of new work for group read-through and detailed critique. Welcoming pub meetup for both presenters and listeners to discuss craft, revise drafts, and get inspired.
Peer-led writing workshop where attendees circulate 8–10 printed copies of new work for group read-through and detailed critique. Welcoming pub meetup for both presenters and listeners to discuss craft, revise drafts, and get inspired.
Sunday night spotlight time in a laid-back bar setting with a supportive crowd cheering on music, comedy, poetry, and whatever talents step up to the mic. Sign-ups start at 6pm for a casual, community-forward showcase.
Sunday night spotlight time in a laid-back bar setting with a supportive crowd cheering on music, comedy, poetry, and whatever talents step up to the mic. Sign-ups start at 6pm for a casual, community-forward showcase.
Sunday night spotlight time in a laid-back bar setting with a supportive crowd cheering on music, comedy, poetry, and whatever talents step up to the mic. Sign-ups start at 6pm for a casual, community-forward showcase.
Late-night stand-up in a brewery taproom with a secret lineup and fast-paced sets. Expect rowdy, adult-leaning humor and a lively after-hours crowd in the River Arts District.
Late-night stand-up in a brewery taproom with a secret lineup and fast-paced sets. Expect rowdy, adult-leaning humor and a lively after-hours crowd in the River Arts District.
Late-night stand-up in a brewery taproom with a secret lineup and fast-paced sets. Expect rowdy, adult-leaning humor and a lively after-hours crowd in the River Arts District.