
The Friday Drum Circle
Hand drums, shakers, and spontaneous rhythms build into a communal groove under the trees at Pritchard Park. Bring a drum or just listen as the circle welcomes all skill levels for an open, participatory Friday-night jam.
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Hand-drum rhythms pulse through downtown as a loose, come-and-go drum circle forms in the open air. Sway, dance, or listen from the park edges while locals and visitors build a lively Friday-night groove.

Hand-drum rhythms pulse through downtown as a loose, come-and-go drum circle forms in the open air. Sway, dance, or listen from the park edges while locals and visitors build a lively Friday-night groove.
Hand-drum rhythms pulse through downtown as a loose, come-and-go drum circle forms in the open air. Sway, dance, or listen from the park edges while locals and visitors build a lively Friday-night groove.

Pulsing hand-drum rhythms and improvised percussion grooves fill a downtown park as dancers and onlookers sway in a loose, come-as-you-are circle. A classic Asheville Friday-night gathering built around participatory beats and community energy.

Pulsing hand-drum rhythms and improvised percussion grooves fill a downtown park as dancers and onlookers sway in a loose, come-as-you-are circle. A classic Asheville Friday-night gathering built around participatory beats and community energy.
Pulsing hand-drum rhythms and improvised percussion grooves fill a downtown park as dancers and onlookers sway in a loose, come-as-you-are circle. A classic Asheville Friday-night gathering built around participatory beats and community energy.

After-work drumming and easy swaying bring people together for Asheville’s Friday evening drum circle. Expect lively percussion, an informal participatory rhythm, and a welcoming downtown park gathering.

After-work drumming and easy swaying bring people together for Asheville’s Friday evening drum circle. Expect lively percussion, an informal participatory rhythm, and a welcoming downtown park gathering.
After-work drumming and easy swaying bring people together for Asheville’s Friday evening drum circle. Expect lively percussion, an informal participatory rhythm, and a welcoming downtown park gathering.

A pulsing, participatory drum circle fills Pritchard Park with improvised hand-drum rhythms, shakers, and spontaneous dancing as passersby gather. Expect an outdoor, community-led jam where listening, playing, and moving are all welcome.

A pulsing, participatory drum circle fills Pritchard Park with improvised hand-drum rhythms, shakers, and spontaneous dancing as passersby gather. Expect an outdoor, community-led jam where listening, playing, and moving are all welcome.
A pulsing, participatory drum circle fills Pritchard Park with improvised hand-drum rhythms, shakers, and spontaneous dancing as passersby gather. Expect an outdoor, community-led jam where listening, playing, and moving are all welcome.

Hands-on community drumming session centered on rhythm basics and group groove, led by Larry McDowell. A welcoming, beginner-friendly class with shared drums and an upbeat, participatory feel at a community space.

Hands-on community drumming session centered on rhythm basics and group groove, led by Larry McDowell. A welcoming, beginner-friendly class with shared drums and an upbeat, participatory feel at a community space.
Hands-on community drumming session centered on rhythm basics and group groove, led by Larry McDowell. A welcoming, beginner-friendly class with shared drums and an upbeat, participatory feel at a community space.

Spontaneous drumming and flute improvisation create a playful, energetic evening of communal music-making. Bring an instrument, dance, listen, or simply enjoy the shared rhythm and creative spirit.

Spontaneous drumming and flute improvisation create a playful, energetic evening of communal music-making. Bring an instrument, dance, listen, or simply enjoy the shared rhythm and creative spirit.
Spontaneous drumming and flute improvisation create a playful, energetic evening of communal music-making. Bring an instrument, dance, listen, or simply enjoy the shared rhythm and creative spirit.

Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a downtown pub in a casual, participatory jam session. Expect fiddles, banjos, and guitars trading traditional melodies in a welcoming community circle.

Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a downtown pub in a casual, participatory jam session. Expect fiddles, banjos, and guitars trading traditional melodies in a welcoming community circle.
Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a downtown pub in a casual, participatory jam session. Expect fiddles, banjos, and guitars trading traditional melodies in a welcoming community circle.

Learn foundational rhythm through a guided, hands-on session exploring hand drum patterns and musical concepts. No experience is needed; the welcoming workshop suits beginners ages 12 and up.

Learn foundational rhythm through a guided, hands-on session exploring hand drum patterns and musical concepts. No experience is needed; the welcoming workshop suits beginners ages 12 and up.
Learn foundational rhythm through a guided, hands-on session exploring hand drum patterns and musical concepts. No experience is needed; the welcoming workshop suits beginners ages 12 and up.

A daytime pop up market in downtown’s Pritchard Park with rotating local makers and artisan vendors. Browse handmade goods and small batch finds in an open air, community hangout setting.

A daytime pop up market in downtown’s Pritchard Park with rotating local makers and artisan vendors. Browse handmade goods and small batch finds in an open air, community hangout setting.
A daytime pop up market in downtown’s Pritchard Park with rotating local makers and artisan vendors. Browse handmade goods and small batch finds in an open air, community hangout setting.

A self guided First Friday art walk through downtown creative spaces using a Passport Card to collect stamps for a gift card giveaway. Expect gallery exhibitions, pop up arts businesses, live demos, workshops, and occasional live music.

A self guided First Friday art walk through downtown creative spaces using a Passport Card to collect stamps for a gift card giveaway. Expect gallery exhibitions, pop up arts businesses, live demos, workshops, and occasional live music.
A self guided First Friday art walk through downtown creative spaces using a Passport Card to collect stamps for a gift card giveaway. Expect gallery exhibitions, pop up arts businesses, live demos, workshops, and occasional live music.

An electric jam opens with the house band before welcoming musicians to plug in and play. Expect an informal, collaborative session built around spontaneous group performance.

An electric jam opens with the house band before welcoming musicians to plug in and play. Expect an informal, collaborative session built around spontaneous group performance.
An electric jam opens with the house band before welcoming musicians to plug in and play. Expect an informal, collaborative session built around spontaneous group performance.

Free, welcoming bluegrass jam with an open, participatory feel for musicians and listeners alike. Gather for an evening of traditional acoustic music and community connection.

Free, welcoming bluegrass jam with an open, participatory feel for musicians and listeners alike. Gather for an evening of traditional acoustic music and community connection.
Free, welcoming bluegrass jam with an open, participatory feel for musicians and listeners alike. Gather for an evening of traditional acoustic music and community connection.

Devotional kirtan chanting and a communal song circle with call and response melodies, supported by harmonium and hand drums. A late-evening gathering for grounding, shared voices, and contemplative connection.

Devotional kirtan chanting and a communal song circle with call and response melodies, supported by harmonium and hand drums. A late-evening gathering for grounding, shared voices, and contemplative connection.
Devotional kirtan chanting and a communal song circle with call and response melodies, supported by harmonium and hand drums. A late-evening gathering for grounding, shared voices, and contemplative connection.