Join us for an art filled day of student Music, Theater, and Dance performances, Visual Art and Technology exhibits, a special interactive art station, and a Maker’s Market with over 35 community artists and student artist vendors!
Free Community Event! We invite our local communities of Asheville, Swannanoa, Black Mountain and beyond to come celebrate the power of the arts with us!
Art by the Tracks features over 50 artists from the local region and is located in downtown Black Mountain in front of the Old Depot. The Old Depot Association has held Art by the Tracks for 27 years and helps raise money for grants for the local Swannanoa Valley and Black Mountain Schools
Join us for Hi-Wire Brewing’s RAD Beer Garden Grand Reopening Bash on Saturday, May 24 from 12 to 9pm at 284 Lyman Street in Asheville’s River Arts District.
After nearly eight months closed following Hurricane Helene, we’re reopening our RAD Beer Garden with a full day of music, food, art, and community celebration. We’ve missed this space, this neighborhood, and all of you. Now it’s time to bring it all back to life, one cold beer at a time.
What to expect:
Live Music:
Food Trucks (12 to 8pm):
Plus:
This isn’t just a reopening. It’s a celebration of a community that never gave up. Come raise a glass with us on May 24th!
This free event will feature Moon Water, Slug and Snail, Bilingual Birdies, Trucking Delicious Food Truck, Pelican’s Snoballs,
Games, Activities, Crafts and more!
FREE | Wednesdays | 6/11 – 8/27 | 6 – 8pm
Level up your hump day at Southside Cyber Wednesday! Dive into the exciting world of e-sports and gaming with friends and neighbors with two powerful PlayStation 5 consoles ready for action, loaded with a variety of thrilling games to fuel your competitive spirit and provide hours of fun.
Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or just looking to explore the digital realm, join for a fun-filled cyber experience! It’s the perfect way to connect with fellow gamers and make your midweek a winner.
Friday, May 16th
Flat Rock Park – 6:30-7:30
Open field beyond the playground
Fun for all ages but 6+ recommended
Donation based
This was rescheduled due to rain on Monday and having it in the forecast other days.
Come have fun and learn something new, with your kiddo(s), a friend, or solo!
Join us on Saturdays May 31st or June 7th at 10am for our new tour: “Look Homeward, Asheville.”
We are excited to step back in time and explore the streets of Asheville through the eyes of Thomas Wolfe. This 90 minute walking tour will guide you past the landmarks and real-life settings that inspired and shaped Look Homeward, Angel. Whether you’re a fan of Thomas Wolfe or are simply curious about the city, this tour offers a reflective look into the history of Asheville and its changes over time. We hope you can make it!
The tour begins at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial on the front porch of the Historic Old Kentucky Home Boardinghouse.
Tours – $5. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time or the morning of in the Thomas Wolfe Memorial Visitor Center (located directly behind the historic boardinghouse).
Oct 23rd & Nov 6th
Preschool Storytime with Fairview Library at Hickory Nut Gap Farm in Fairview. Join Miss Jennifer for stories, songs, and activities in the barn at Hickory Nut Gap Farm!
Ages 3-6 years
May is National Water Safety Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of water safety and drowning prevention. While water activities can be a fun and enjoyable way to spend time with loved ones, they can also be dangerous if proper precautions are not taken. FREE