If area creeks, rivers, and swimming holes aren’t your thing this year, and you want something a little more exciting than a community pool, Asheville has several waterparks within a reasonable driving distance to escape the heat all summer long! Check them all out at the link above (in order of distance from AVL)!
We’ve tried to keep our list to those under 2 hours away, but if we’re missing one of your favorites, that you feel is worth the gas and distance, let us know, and we’ll add it!
Annual 4th of July Disc Golf Grand Opening Weekend! This Independence Day weekend, be part of history as we launch SKYLARANNA’s long-awaited disc golf course with the inaugural FREEDOM FLING, a celebration of sport, nature, and good times at one of the most scenic resorts in Western North Carolina. Whether you’re a seasoned disc golfer or just here to enjoy the vibe, there’s something for everyone on our 64-acre mountain campus.
DISC GOLF TOURNAMENT DETAILS
All teams will begin simultaneously from different holes, rotating through all 18 at the same time for maximum excitement and pace.
This isn’t just a game, it’s a full experience.
TOURNAMENT PRIZES
1st Place ($500 Value)
2nd Place ($95 Value)
3rd Place ($70 Value)
LIVE MUSIC & EVENING ENTERTAINMENT
FOOD & DRINK
POOL VIBES
PET-FRIENDLY SCENERY
IMPORTANT INFO
Book Now: https://www.skylaranna.com/disc_golf/
Don’t miss your chance to be part of a new SKYLARANNA tradition. Great friends, mountain air, disc golf, cocktails, music, and memories, this is what the 4th of July was made for. FREEDOM FLING, where summer begins and legends are made.
1–7PM Family Fun
7–11PM Summer Jam
We’re turning the brewery into a full-blown playground on Saturday, July 5 and you’re invited to the madness!
Inflatables by @bigairasheville 
BBQ all day from @masterbbqavl 
Art market ft. @marobstegui’s rad resin coasters, @earthefaeco’s dreamy crochet, and @muttadesign’s handmade accessories
FREE snowcones (yes, FREE)
Beer pong showdown
Then we keep the party rolling with Lovely Asheville’s After the Storm Super Summer Jam from 7–11PM!
13 mystery street
LET’S GOOOOO!We’re throwing a Block Party and you’re invited! Join us for a free event with a fun-filled evening celebrating freedom, faith, and community. Bring your family, friends, and lawn chairs – there’s something for everyone!
Let’s celebrate together with joy, love, and community spirit. All are welcome – we can’t wait to see you there!
Every Monday in summer from June 23 – August 18, from 3:30-5:30
Join us for an opportunity to get creative and make new friends! Located at the big red barn at 1198 Garren Creek Rd in Fairview.
See the attached graphic for this days theme.
We’re kicking off summer the best way we know how — with live music, amazing food, craft drinks, family fun, and a fireworks show you’ll never forget! Bring the whole family, your friends, and your lawn chairs — and come celebrate the start of summer with us in the heart of the orchard!
Live Music by: Connor Hunt
Food Trucks: Munchy’s Food Truck & Faithful Flames BBQ Cool Treats: Pelican’s Snow Cones
Tap Takeover by: Oskar Blues Brewery — with giveaways and merch!
Drinks Galore: Enjoy local craft beers, wine, mead, and hard ciders — something for everyone to sip and enjoy!
Fireworks Show by Gosnell Pyrotechnics — a spectacular music-synced show to light up the night!
Plus, our playground, jump pad, and jumping pillow will be open and ready for the kids to burn off some summer energy!Come join us at the Community Barn for a free family movie night! Bring a chair/blanket, some popcorn, and a drink, and watch with us!
There will be inflatables, food, sno cones, dunk tank, games, and more!
We are back for our 5th Annual Freedom Festival!
Join us on Saturday, July 5th for a fun filled day for the whole family. We will start the day with a 5K Road Race and end the evening with a wonderful display of fireworks.
Here are the details:
In previous years, we have had the generous support of so many local small businesses, particularly in downtown Marshall and Hot Springs. After the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, we are not asking these businesses for donations. Instead we are asking for YOUR help to join us in supporting their rebuild efforts. Proceeds from our Raffle ticket sales will go back into downtown Hot Springs and Marshall small businesses!
So, join us for our 5th year of coming together and celebrating the 4th of July right here in beautiful Laurel. You’ll be glad you did!
Daily, Nov 15th-Feb 17th
Something extraordinary is here in Asheville this winter! The North Carolina Arboretum and Explore Asheville are elated to host TROLLS: A Field Study. Visiting on their first North American excursion, twelve oversized troll sculptures will explore the Arboretum’s formal gardens and along its trails, embarking on a curious journey to learn about humankind.
Produced by Imagine in collaboration with Danish artist Thomas Dambo, these friendly and fanciful sculptures evoke a sense of wonder and intrigue as they study our small, intricate and inventive ways of life in Western North Carolina. Standing seven to nine feet tall and lovingly described by the artist as “Baby Trolls”, the creatures are crafted from materials like fallen branches, wooden pallets and twigs.