Third Thursday Balboa Night at Cork & Keg
Learn Balboa swing steps in a drop-in lesson, then practice with DJ-selected music during a guided social dance. A welcoming evening for dancers to build skills and connect.
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Balboa Night
MoreA drop-in Balboa lesson leads into a DJ-led social dance with guided practice, bringing Asheville swing dancers together for an evening of partnered movement and community.
A drop-in Balboa lesson leads into a DJ-led social dance with guided practice, bringing Asheville swing dancers together for an evening of partnered movement and community.
A drop-in Balboa lesson leads into a DJ-led social dance with guided practice, bringing Asheville swing dancers together for an evening of partnered movement and community.
A welcoming social dance floor moves to classic favorites and modern jazz, with opportunities to try Lindy Hop and connect with fellow dancers in East Asheville.
A welcoming social dance floor moves to classic favorites and modern jazz, with opportunities to try Lindy Hop and connect with fellow dancers in East Asheville.
A welcoming social dance floor moves to classic favorites and modern jazz, with opportunities to try Lindy Hop and connect with fellow dancers in East Asheville.
Ballroom Dance
MoreLearn a rotating ballroom style in a welcoming drop-in lesson, then stay for two hours of social dancing. The format suits newcomers and experienced dancers seeking partner-dance practice and community.
Learn a rotating ballroom style in a welcoming drop-in lesson, then stay for two hours of social dancing. The format suits newcomers and experienced dancers seeking partner-dance practice and community.
Learn a rotating ballroom style in a welcoming drop-in lesson, then stay for two hours of social dancing. The format suits newcomers and experienced dancers seeking partner-dance practice and community.
Ballroom Dance
MoreA welcoming drop-in ballroom lesson followed by two hours of social dancing, with monthly styles ranging from rumba and waltz to tango, swing, and cha cha.
A welcoming drop-in ballroom lesson followed by two hours of social dancing, with monthly styles ranging from rumba and waltz to tango, swing, and cha cha.
A welcoming drop-in ballroom lesson followed by two hours of social dancing, with monthly styles ranging from rumba and waltz to tango, swing, and cha cha.
Midweek Latin social with a quick, all-levels lesson followed by open dancing until midnight. Expect salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton energy in a lively West Asheville brewery with a $10 cover.
Midweek Latin social with a quick, all-levels lesson followed by open dancing until midnight. Expect salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton energy in a lively West Asheville brewery with a $10 cover.
Midweek Latin social with a quick, all-levels lesson followed by open dancing until midnight. Expect salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton energy in a lively West Asheville brewery with a $10 cover.
Community Waltz
MoreA welcoming community waltz brings musicians and dancers of all levels together for social dancing, with informal instruction helping newcomers learn the steps and feel at home on the floor.
A welcoming community waltz brings musicians and dancers of all levels together for social dancing, with informal instruction helping newcomers learn the steps and feel at home on the floor.
A welcoming community waltz brings musicians and dancers of all levels together for social dancing, with informal instruction helping newcomers learn the steps and feel at home on the floor.
Learn West Coast Swing in continuation and beginner lessons, then practice turns and connection during a free social dance. Newcomers can arrive solo or with a partner.
Learn West Coast Swing in continuation and beginner lessons, then practice turns and connection during a free social dance. Newcomers can arrive solo or with a partner.
Learn West Coast Swing in continuation and beginner lessons, then practice turns and connection during a free social dance. Newcomers can arrive solo or with a partner.
Lively contra dance with caller-led, partner-changing figures set to upbeat traditional folk tunes in a welcoming community atmosphere. Held in a sober, safety-focused dance space that’s friendly for newcomers and regular dancers alike.
Lively contra dance with caller-led, partner-changing figures set to upbeat traditional folk tunes in a welcoming community atmosphere. Held in a sober, safety-focused dance space that’s friendly for newcomers and regular dancers alike.
Lively contra dance with caller-led, partner-changing figures set to upbeat traditional folk tunes in a welcoming community atmosphere. Held in a sober, safety-focused dance space that’s friendly for newcomers and regular dancers alike.
Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.
Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.
Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.
Players follow rotating old-time musicians through traditional tunes, learning by playing in a moderate-paced acoustic jam designed for participation, skill-building, and connection among Asheville’s folk music community.
Players follow rotating old-time musicians through traditional tunes, learning by playing in a moderate-paced acoustic jam designed for participation, skill-building, and connection among Asheville’s folk music community.
Players follow rotating old-time musicians through traditional tunes, learning by playing in a moderate-paced acoustic jam designed for participation, skill-building, and connection among Asheville’s folk music community.
Funky grooves and energetic rhythms from a house band and rotating special guests create a lively Thursday night party, with a suggested donation supporting Asheville’s music scene.
Funky grooves and energetic rhythms from a house band and rotating special guests create a lively Thursday night party, with a suggested donation supporting Asheville’s music scene.
Funky grooves and energetic rhythms from a house band and rotating special guests create a lively Thursday night party, with a suggested donation supporting Asheville’s music scene.
Soulful acoustic trio arrangements breathe new life into timeless classics, including gender-bending favorites, in an intimate evening of familiar melodies and hometown connection.
Soulful acoustic trio arrangements breathe new life into timeless classics, including gender-bending favorites, in an intimate evening of familiar melodies and hometown connection.
Soulful acoustic trio arrangements breathe new life into timeless classics, including gender-bending favorites, in an intimate evening of familiar melodies and hometown connection.
Funk grooves and soulful rhythms fill a downtown dance party as the TNFJ House Band welcomes rotating guest performers around 8PM. A suggested door donation supports Asheville musicians.
Funk grooves and soulful rhythms fill a downtown dance party as the TNFJ House Band welcomes rotating guest performers around 8PM. A suggested door donation supports Asheville musicians.
Funk grooves and soulful rhythms fill a downtown dance party as the TNFJ House Band welcomes rotating guest performers around 8PM. A suggested door donation supports Asheville musicians.
Explore movement, music, storytelling, and spontaneous connection in a playful, two-hour improv workshop. No script or performance experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to create together.
Explore movement, music, storytelling, and spontaneous connection in a playful, two-hour improv workshop. No script or performance experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to create together.
Explore movement, music, storytelling, and spontaneous connection in a playful, two-hour improv workshop. No script or performance experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to create together.
Rotating Latin dance lesson (8:30–9 pm) flows into an open dance floor until midnight with salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton. High-energy midweek social at a brewery with a $10 cover.
Rotating Latin dance lesson (8:30–9 pm) flows into an open dance floor until midnight with salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton. High-energy midweek social at a brewery with a $10 cover.
Rotating Latin dance lesson (8:30–9 pm) flows into an open dance floor until midnight with salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton. High-energy midweek social at a brewery with a $10 cover.
A judgment-free evening of freeform movement and DJ-driven electronic rhythms, with a warmup and opening circle creating space to dance, connect, and move without alcohol.
A judgment-free evening of freeform movement and DJ-driven electronic rhythms, with a warmup and opening circle creating space to dance, connect, and move without alcohol.
A judgment-free evening of freeform movement and DJ-driven electronic rhythms, with a warmup and opening circle creating space to dance, connect, and move without alcohol.
A grown-up prom do-over centers on freeform ecstatic dance, moving to music without choreography in a celebratory community setting. Warmup, opening circle, raffle, photo booth, and refreshments support an evening fundraiser for Asheville Movement Collective.
A grown-up prom do-over centers on freeform ecstatic dance, moving to music without choreography in a celebratory community setting. Warmup, opening circle, raffle, photo booth, and refreshments support an evening fundraiser for Asheville Movement Collective.
A grown-up prom do-over centers on freeform ecstatic dance, moving to music without choreography in a celebratory community setting. Warmup, opening circle, raffle, photo booth, and refreshments support an evening fundraiser for Asheville Movement Collective.
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.
Learn hand drumming with longtime Asheville educator Larry McDowell in a welcoming, participatory community class centered on rhythm, connection, and positive change. Attendance is free, with donations gratefully accepted.
Learn hand drumming with longtime Asheville educator Larry McDowell in a welcoming, participatory community class centered on rhythm, connection, and positive change. Attendance is free, with donations gratefully accepted.
Learn hand drumming with longtime Asheville educator Larry McDowell in a welcoming, participatory community class centered on rhythm, connection, and positive change. Attendance is free, with donations gratefully accepted.
A late-night brewery hangout built around a Monday “mashup” vibe—expect a loose, social crowd and a rotating mix of sounds and scenes in a laid-back West Asheville taproom.
A late-night brewery hangout built around a Monday “mashup” vibe—expect a loose, social crowd and a rotating mix of sounds and scenes in a laid-back West Asheville taproom.
A late-night brewery hangout built around a Monday “mashup” vibe—expect a loose, social crowd and a rotating mix of sounds and scenes in a laid-back West Asheville taproom.