
Friday Night Drum Circle
Pulsing hand drums and improvised percussion rhythms fill the open-air park as people sway, dance, and contribute to the beat. A casual Friday-evening downtown gathering that’s equal parts street performance and community ritual.
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Pulsing hand-drum rhythms fill an open downtown park as locals gather to sway, dance, and add their own beats to the circle. A casual Friday-evening tradition with a come-and-go community vibe.

Pulsing hand-drum rhythms fill an open downtown park as locals gather to sway, dance, and add their own beats to the circle. A casual Friday-evening tradition with a come-and-go community vibe.
Pulsing hand-drum rhythms fill an open downtown park as locals gather to sway, dance, and add their own beats to the circle. A casual Friday-evening tradition with a come-and-go community vibe.

A pulsing Friday-night drum circle fills Pritchard Park with layered hand drums, shakers, and spontaneous rhythms. Sway, dance, or sit in the open air for a casual, all-level community jam downtown.

A pulsing Friday-night drum circle fills Pritchard Park with layered hand drums, shakers, and spontaneous rhythms. Sway, dance, or sit in the open air for a casual, all-level community jam downtown.
A pulsing Friday-night drum circle fills Pritchard Park with layered hand drums, shakers, and spontaneous rhythms. Sway, dance, or sit in the open air for a casual, all-level community jam downtown.

Pulsing hand drums and layered rhythms fill a downtown park as locals and visitors sway, dance, and jam together in an open-air circle. A classic Friday-night Asheville gathering with a come-as-you-are community vibe.

Pulsing hand drums and layered rhythms fill a downtown park as locals and visitors sway, dance, and jam together in an open-air circle. A classic Friday-night Asheville gathering with a come-as-you-are community vibe.
Pulsing hand drums and layered rhythms fill a downtown park as locals and visitors sway, dance, and jam together in an open-air circle. A classic Friday-night Asheville gathering with a come-as-you-are community vibe.

Steady communal rhythms and improvised percussion build into an open drum circle in the heart of downtown. Bring a drum or just listen as neighbors gather outdoors in Pritchard Park for a weekly Friday-night groove.

Steady communal rhythms and improvised percussion build into an open drum circle in the heart of downtown. Bring a drum or just listen as neighbors gather outdoors in Pritchard Park for a weekly Friday-night groove.
Steady communal rhythms and improvised percussion build into an open drum circle in the heart of downtown. Bring a drum or just listen as neighbors gather outdoors in Pritchard Park for a weekly Friday-night groove.

Pulsing communal drum circle with hand drums, shakers, and improvised rhythms echoing through a downtown park. Drop in to play or listen under the trees for an energetic, all-ages community hang.

Pulsing communal drum circle with hand drums, shakers, and improvised rhythms echoing through a downtown park. Drop in to play or listen under the trees for an energetic, all-ages community hang.
Pulsing communal drum circle with hand drums, shakers, and improvised rhythms echoing through a downtown park. Drop in to play or listen under the trees for an energetic, all-ages community hang.

A downtown park pop up market with a mix of local makers, quirky finds, and browseable vendor booths spread through Pritchard Park. Casual community hangout energy for a relaxed Saturday afternoon stroll and shopping.

A downtown park pop up market with a mix of local makers, quirky finds, and browseable vendor booths spread through Pritchard Park. Casual community hangout energy for a relaxed Saturday afternoon stroll and shopping.
A downtown park pop up market with a mix of local makers, quirky finds, and browseable vendor booths spread through Pritchard Park. Casual community hangout energy for a relaxed Saturday afternoon stroll and shopping.
West African djembe and traditional percussion lock in with guitar and bass for polyrhythmic grooves that blend funky, soulful blues with dance-ready energy. Expect global influences, lyrical storytelling, and a family-friendly atmosphere.
West African djembe and traditional percussion lock in with guitar and bass for polyrhythmic grooves that blend funky, soulful blues with dance-ready energy. Expect global influences, lyrical storytelling, and a family-friendly atmosphere.
West African djembe and traditional percussion lock in with guitar and bass for polyrhythmic grooves that blend funky, soulful blues with dance-ready energy. Expect global influences, lyrical storytelling, and a family-friendly atmosphere.

Hands-on group drumming led by Larry McDowell, centered on building rhythm, timing, and listening through call-and-response grooves. A free, community-style class at The Well suited to first-timers and returning players.

Hands-on group drumming led by Larry McDowell, centered on building rhythm, timing, and listening through call-and-response grooves. A free, community-style class at The Well suited to first-timers and returning players.
Hands-on group drumming led by Larry McDowell, centered on building rhythm, timing, and listening through call-and-response grooves. A free, community-style class at The Well suited to first-timers and returning players.

Freeform movement jam blending dance, spinning, and flow arts in an outdoor garden setting. Come solo or with friends to play, improvise, and soak up an open-hearted community vibe.

Freeform movement jam blending dance, spinning, and flow arts in an outdoor garden setting. Come solo or with friends to play, improvise, and soak up an open-hearted community vibe.
Freeform movement jam blending dance, spinning, and flow arts in an outdoor garden setting. Come solo or with friends to play, improvise, and soak up an open-hearted community vibe.

Old time mountain and folk tunes take over a downtown pub in a casual jam session atmosphere. Expect acoustic strings, shared melodies, and a welcoming community vibe for players and listeners alike.

Old time mountain and folk tunes take over a downtown pub in a casual jam session atmosphere. Expect acoustic strings, shared melodies, and a welcoming community vibe for players and listeners alike.
Old time mountain and folk tunes take over a downtown pub in a casual jam session atmosphere. Expect acoustic strings, shared melodies, and a welcoming community vibe for players and listeners alike.

A late-night brewery hang with rotating live sets and an anything-goes mashup vibe that keeps the room moving. Expect a casual bar crowd, high-energy transitions, and a dance-friendly atmosphere at One World Brewing West.

A late-night brewery hang with rotating live sets and an anything-goes mashup vibe that keeps the room moving. Expect a casual bar crowd, high-energy transitions, and a dance-friendly atmosphere at One World Brewing West.
A late-night brewery hang with rotating live sets and an anything-goes mashup vibe that keeps the room moving. Expect a casual bar crowd, high-energy transitions, and a dance-friendly atmosphere at One World Brewing West.
Live drumming guides a shamanic journey circle designed to shift brain waves and deepen ancestral connection. A late-night community ritual weaves seasonal celebration with reflective integration practices for personal renewal.
Live drumming guides a shamanic journey circle designed to shift brain waves and deepen ancestral connection. A late-night community ritual weaves seasonal celebration with reflective integration practices for personal renewal.
Live drumming guides a shamanic journey circle designed to shift brain waves and deepen ancestral connection. A late-night community ritual weaves seasonal celebration with reflective integration practices for personal renewal.

Balboa swing night with a quick drop in lesson followed by a DJ led social dance and guided practice to lock in the steps. Optional 10 minute mini private lessons available in a casual bar setting.

Balboa swing night with a quick drop in lesson followed by a DJ led social dance and guided practice to lock in the steps. Optional 10 minute mini private lessons available in a casual bar setting.
Balboa swing night with a quick drop in lesson followed by a DJ led social dance and guided practice to lock in the steps. Optional 10 minute mini private lessons available in a casual bar setting.

Devotional kirtan chanting with call and response melodies in an intimate song-circle setting. Voices blend into a communal, heart-forward singalong geared toward connection, reflection, and shared spiritual practice late in the evening.

Devotional kirtan chanting with call and response melodies in an intimate song-circle setting. Voices blend into a communal, heart-forward singalong geared toward connection, reflection, and shared spiritual practice late in the evening.
Devotional kirtan chanting with call and response melodies in an intimate song-circle setting. Voices blend into a communal, heart-forward singalong geared toward connection, reflection, and shared spiritual practice late in the evening.