
Foundations Fusion Fest
A daytime community gathering at the historic YMI Cultural Center centered on cultural celebration and connection. Expect a festival-style atmosphere with local-focused programming in a downtown community venue.
Similar Events

Sultry jazz and deep soul grooves anchored by expressive vocals and a warm rhythm section, offering an intimate late evening concert atmosphere that invites both seated listening and relaxed social dancing in a historic space.

Sultry jazz and deep soul grooves anchored by expressive vocals and a warm rhythm section, offering an intimate late evening concert atmosphere that invites both seated listening and relaxed social dancing in a historic space.
Sultry jazz and deep soul grooves anchored by expressive vocals and a warm rhythm section, offering an intimate late evening concert atmosphere that invites both seated listening and relaxed social dancing in a historic space.

Hands-on crafts, games, and a neighborhood celebration geared toward children and caregivers, with activity booths, local partners, casual outdoor play areas, family resources, and inclusive programming.

Hands-on crafts, games, and a neighborhood celebration geared toward children and caregivers, with activity booths, local partners, casual outdoor play areas, family resources, and inclusive programming.
Hands-on crafts, games, and a neighborhood celebration geared toward children and caregivers, with activity booths, local partners, casual outdoor play areas, family resources, and inclusive programming.

Warm, intimate jazz and soul sets led by husband and wife vocalists Kelle Jolly and the Will Boyd Project, backed by a tight band in the historic YMI Cultural Center; recurring 4th Friday/Saturday ticketed residency.

Warm, intimate jazz and soul sets led by husband and wife vocalists Kelle Jolly and the Will Boyd Project, backed by a tight band in the historic YMI Cultural Center; recurring 4th Friday/Saturday ticketed residency.
Warm, intimate jazz and soul sets led by husband and wife vocalists Kelle Jolly and the Will Boyd Project, backed by a tight band in the historic YMI Cultural Center; recurring 4th Friday/Saturday ticketed residency.

Three-day weekend celebration of intimate storytelling, literary readings, and hands-on workshops that highlight local writers, performers, and community collaboration in a cozy parlor setting with conversational vibes.

Three-day weekend celebration of intimate storytelling, literary readings, and hands-on workshops that highlight local writers, performers, and community collaboration in a cozy parlor setting with conversational vibes.
Three-day weekend celebration of intimate storytelling, literary readings, and hands-on workshops that highlight local writers, performers, and community collaboration in a cozy parlor setting with conversational vibes.

Multidisciplinary artworks and collaborative research bring theologians, pastors, and artists together for a reflective final evening exploring race, space, faith, and sense of place through historical and imaginative installations.

Multidisciplinary artworks and collaborative research bring theologians, pastors, and artists together for a reflective final evening exploring race, space, faith, and sense of place through historical and imaginative installations.
Multidisciplinary artworks and collaborative research bring theologians, pastors, and artists together for a reflective final evening exploring race, space, faith, and sense of place through historical and imaginative installations.

Bustling outdoor marketplace celebrating Black owned vendors and artisan makers, with handmade goods, food stalls, live community conversation, and family-friendly activities in a daytime public market focused on cooperative economics and local entrepreneurship.

Bustling outdoor marketplace celebrating Black owned vendors and artisan makers, with handmade goods, food stalls, live community conversation, and family-friendly activities in a daytime public market focused on cooperative economics and local entrepreneurship.
Bustling outdoor marketplace celebrating Black owned vendors and artisan makers, with handmade goods, food stalls, live community conversation, and family-friendly activities in a daytime public market focused on cooperative economics and local entrepreneurship.

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.

Boisterous community night of dance, games, and live music with free hot soup, local sourdough, and bagels, offering a casual drop-in atmosphere for mingling, play, and neighborhood connection.

Boisterous community night of dance, games, and live music with free hot soup, local sourdough, and bagels, offering a casual drop-in atmosphere for mingling, play, and neighborhood connection.
Boisterous community night of dance, games, and live music with free hot soup, local sourdough, and bagels, offering a casual drop-in atmosphere for mingling, play, and neighborhood connection.

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.

Casual, free bingo night in the historic Stephens-Lee building with small prizes awarded to each game's winner; community members of all ages are welcome to drop in for an early-evening game night.

Casual, free bingo night in the historic Stephens-Lee building with small prizes awarded to each game's winner; community members of all ages are welcome to drop in for an early-evening game night.
Casual, free bingo night in the historic Stephens-Lee building with small prizes awarded to each game's winner; community members of all ages are welcome to drop in for an early-evening game night.
Screening of a thoughtful film exploring justice, healing, and second chances, followed by a panel discussion, live acoustic interludes, and a reception for restorative justice conversation and community connection.
Screening of a thoughtful film exploring justice, healing, and second chances, followed by a panel discussion, live acoustic interludes, and a reception for restorative justice conversation and community connection.
Screening of a thoughtful film exploring justice, healing, and second chances, followed by a panel discussion, live acoustic interludes, and a reception for restorative justice conversation and community connection.

Afternoon community pie bake off with live music, prize baskets for best homemade rhubarb and classic pies; free admission welcomes bakers and tasters to a relaxed taproom celebration before dinner.

Afternoon community pie bake off with live music, prize baskets for best homemade rhubarb and classic pies; free admission welcomes bakers and tasters to a relaxed taproom celebration before dinner.
Afternoon community pie bake off with live music, prize baskets for best homemade rhubarb and classic pies; free admission welcomes bakers and tasters to a relaxed taproom celebration before dinner.

Sunlit outdoor summer curiosity market of artisan vendors selling handmade goods, vintage oddities, and local crafts, creating a family friendly community shopping and discovery experience.

Sunlit outdoor summer curiosity market of artisan vendors selling handmade goods, vintage oddities, and local crafts, creating a family friendly community shopping and discovery experience.
Sunlit outdoor summer curiosity market of artisan vendors selling handmade goods, vintage oddities, and local crafts, creating a family friendly community shopping and discovery experience.

Craft beer focused tasting with curated small plate food pairings from local chefs, blending seasonal flavors and neighborhood vibes into a community focused culinary showcase in a lively taproom setting.

Craft beer focused tasting with curated small plate food pairings from local chefs, blending seasonal flavors and neighborhood vibes into a community focused culinary showcase in a lively taproom setting.
Craft beer focused tasting with curated small plate food pairings from local chefs, blending seasonal flavors and neighborhood vibes into a community focused culinary showcase in a lively taproom setting.
Facilitated community dialogue exploring visions of peace through personal stories and collective reflection at a neighborhood community center; free ticketed admission encourages inclusive participation and intergenerational conversation.
Facilitated community dialogue exploring visions of peace through personal stories and collective reflection at a neighborhood community center; free ticketed admission encourages inclusive participation and intergenerational conversation.
Facilitated community dialogue exploring visions of peace through personal stories and collective reflection at a neighborhood community center; free ticketed admission encourages inclusive participation and intergenerational conversation.

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.

A playful pride-style celebration of nerd culture on a college campus with space to geek out, meet fellow fans, and enjoy festival energy. Expect community-centric activities and a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere.

A playful pride-style celebration of nerd culture on a college campus with space to geek out, meet fellow fans, and enjoy festival energy. Expect community-centric activities and a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere.
A playful pride-style celebration of nerd culture on a college campus with space to geek out, meet fellow fans, and enjoy festival energy. Expect community-centric activities and a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere.

Intimate Saturday salon fostering conversation among local artists and neighbors with pop-up displays, short artist talks, and casual networking in a bright studio setting—drop-in friendly with coffee and light refreshments.

Intimate Saturday salon fostering conversation among local artists and neighbors with pop-up displays, short artist talks, and casual networking in a bright studio setting—drop-in friendly with coffee and light refreshments.
Intimate Saturday salon fostering conversation among local artists and neighbors with pop-up displays, short artist talks, and casual networking in a bright studio setting—drop-in friendly with coffee and light refreshments.
Open air funk and groove set by Gotcha Groove on the Village Green lawn, delivering danceable rhythms, tight grooves and summery horn driven arrangements for a community summer concert experience.
Open air funk and groove set by Gotcha Groove on the Village Green lawn, delivering danceable rhythms, tight grooves and summery horn driven arrangements for a community summer concert experience.
Open air funk and groove set by Gotcha Groove on the Village Green lawn, delivering danceable rhythms, tight grooves and summery horn driven arrangements for a community summer concert experience.

Casual afternoon social for local seniors to participate in light activities and peer conversation at a neighborhood community center, fostering companionship, gentle engagement, and neighborhood connections.

Casual afternoon social for local seniors to participate in light activities and peer conversation at a neighborhood community center, fostering companionship, gentle engagement, and neighborhood connections.
Casual afternoon social for local seniors to participate in light activities and peer conversation at a neighborhood community center, fostering companionship, gentle engagement, and neighborhood connections.