Feature Friday @ Oak and Grist Distilling Company

Bourbon-forward pours and cocktail sipping set the tone for a lively evening in a stylish downtown hotel bar. Expect a social, late-night lounge vibe geared toward whiskey fans and after-hours hangs.View original

Midweek wine pours in a cozy artisan market setting, pairing sips with browsing local handmade goods and gallery-style displays. A relaxed evening vibe for socializing, shopping, and discovering Asheville makers.View original

Spoken word and poetry readings with the Dark City Poets Society in a craft distillery setting. Expect an intimate, late-night atmosphere with cocktails and a rotating lineup of local voices on the mic.View original

Late-night First Friday block-party energy in downtown Asheville around Noir Collective, blending neighborhood mingling with pop-up local vendors and a social, walk-around street vibe. Ideal for a casual night out and community connection on South Market Street.View original

A relaxed evening pairs hands-on crafting with a drink, creating a casual, social setting for creative activity and conversation at Asheville’s WNC Nature Center.View original

Late-night mashup meetup in a laid-back West Asheville brewpub, geared toward mixing, mingling, and spontaneous fun. A casual come-as-you-are social night built for locals looking to connect over beers and bar-room energy.View original

Sip seasonal Halloween cocktails amid dark, spooky decor and meet other Asheville locals for casual mingling. A playful costume show-and-tell invites dressed-up guests to introduce their looks.View original

Spooky Appalachian folklore and local history unfold through audience-shared ghost stories in an intimate, seated distillery gathering, with cocktails, a Halloween atmosphere, and a complimentary drink for storytellers.View original

A relaunched First Friday art walk turns downtown into a self-guided gallery hop with pop-up exhibitions, artist meet-and-greets, and maker booths. Stroll between studios and storefronts for a lively, street-level arts district vibe.View original

Sunset-hour sets roll into a late-night hang with upbeat live tunes in a tropical Cuban cocktail bar atmosphere. Expect a lively Friday crowd, drinks flowing, and an easygoing patio-to-bar vibe in downtown Asheville.View original

A lively downtown street festival with live bands, casual dancing, pop up shopping, and local art displays. Browse small town vendors and businesses while sampling food and soaking up a community First Friday vibe.View original

Late-night cocktails and conversation at a cozy downtown cocktail bar, set up as a small-group meetup for three couples. RSVP confirmation required, with easy free parking at the 5 Points Diner lot.View original

An intimate local set with Jay Brown blending singer songwriter storytelling and stripped down acoustic arrangements. Laid back barroom vibes in a Black Mountain listening room ideal for a low key weeknight hang.View original

Haunt downtown Asheville on Halloween Saturday with a casual, social bar crawl starting at a rooftop gathering spot. Costumes are welcome but optional; responsible fun is the plan.View original

A Monday-night hang built for Asheville’s hospitality crowd, turning downtown into a relaxed after-shift meetup. Expect casual bar vibes, social mingling, and an industry-friendly late start at 5 Biltmore Avenue.View original

Sip elegant cocktails above downtown Asheville while sharing conversation and making professional connections. A polished rooftop gathering pairs craft drinks with sweeping city views and a relaxed social atmosphere.View original

Late night distillery gathering with discounted pours and tasting flights for hospitality workers; sip small batch craft spirits and cocktails in a relaxed after hours atmosphere with casual bar snacks and industry camaraderie.View original

Sing-along fundraiser at White Horse Black Mountain featuring communal hymn singing with beer to raise money for organizations that change the world and a casual music-venue atmosphere. Suited for community members, volunteers, and music-lovers seeking a social, spiritual gathering.View original

Trace the grain-to-glass process on a guided distillery tour, then sample regional whiskies and gins. Tastings are limited to guests 21 and older with valid ID.View original

A Thursday gathering pairs new beer with Owen Walsh’s music, combining fresh-release tasting and a local performance for a relaxed Asheville evening.View original