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COLUMBUS: Fabulous 4th of July Celebration

The Town of Columbus is celebrating its 61ST Fourth of July Celebration on THURSDAY, July 4, 2024. The festival starts at 10:00 AM and ends at 10:00 PM. Join the crowd for this family-oriented event. The day is filled with family fun, food, and entertainment, ending with spectacular fireworks. For sponsorship opportunities, or if you want to become a vendor, fill out the select application below. If you have any questions, contact the Town of Columbus at 828-894-8236. 

Asheville Art in the Park

  • June 14th, 21st, and 28th, 2025
  • Oct 4th, 11th, and 18th, 2025

Asheville Art in the Park provides access to some of the finest artists in the region with it’s market series now in its second decade. The event takes place on three Saturdays each June and October. Nationally known artists exhibit at this event and the best part is- they are local. Muddy Knees Design and Production proudly offers local artists the opportunity to connect with the public in Asheville‘s Pack Square Park. You are invited to come out to Asheville Art in the Park, take a stroll around downtown Asheville and experience the textures and forms of a truly unique art garden

What will you see at Asheville Art in the Park?

At the event you are sure to find the finest in handcrafted art that Asheville Area Artists have to offer. Skilled workers of Glass, Ceramics, Wood, Jewelry, and metal make their shops open to display to the public at every market. Positioned in the center of downtown Asheville the market has created over $1M in needed income for area artists. Many artists return to the market to welcome customers each year. Asheville is known as the hub of artistic activity that radiates throughout the area. Not only does Western North Carolina boast many excellent craft education programs, but it also plays host to many tourist each year. The vacationers marvel at the city as it’s arts and culture oozes out of every side of the artcentric mountainous region. Come start your next artistic adventure in the center of Asheville in Pack Square Park this June and October and take home some of the wondrous bounty that is Asheville Art.

CFA Big Brothers Big Sisters superhero night

Come out and support Big Brothers & Big Sisters of Haywood County during PACK THE HOUSE, SUPERHERO NIGHT! Dress as a super hero and enjoy games, prizes & photos with the Chick-fil-A Cow and a percentage of sales will be donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Haywood County.

International SUNday

International SUNday is an annual solar outreach event celebrating the summer solstice, featuring the Earth’s nearest star – our Sun!

Join the Astronomy Club of Asheville this Sunday, June 24th, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. for an afternoon of observing through safe solar telescopes!

The event is free and open to the general public.

Located in parking lot P8 off Campus View Rd (opposite the Reuter Center) on the north end of the UNC Asheville campus (https://maps.unca.edu/).

Remember, this event is subject to weather. Please check the Astronomy Club of Asheville website (www.AstroAsheville.org) as conditions could cancel this solar observing event. Check-in again after 10:00 a.m. on the day of the observing session for the latest info and update.

For more, follow this link: http://www.astroasheville.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/International-SUNday.pdf

Science Jamboree

On a select Fridays each month, the Learning Center will offer events designed especially for families visiting our campus. Friday Science Jamborees will feature live music, snacks from Smiley’s, presentations at the AdventureDome planetarium, stargazing at the Sky Deck and tours of the NASA artifact, mineral, and meteorite exhibits!

Science Jamboree is a Rain Or Shine evening event that showcases the night sky from a variety of perspectives and experiences.

Reservations are required for this event: $20 (adults), $8 (children age 6-11), with children 5 and under FREE.

Sleep Tight Kids Benefit Concert featuring Groove Connection

Bring the whole family out for a fun evening of friends and music all while benefiting a great organization! For the adults there will be beer and entertainment provided and for the kids the Kona ice cream truck will be on site!

Cost: minimum donation per adult is $15; minimum donation per child is $10 (16 and under)

Papa Strong AVL – Date with Dad Kindermusik Class

Join Kindermusik teacher Ms. Yvette (value $20) for some musical fun with your child/ren. You will have the opportunity to download music to practice with your kids at home! Ice cream at The Hop following the music class.

We must have at least four (4) sign up or will be forced to cancel. Please RSVP immediately! This event is FREE

Twilight in the Treetops- Night Climbs

The Adventure Center of Asheville will be offering a night climb at the Treetops Adventure Park. Watch the world transform from dusk to night while climbing in the trees. Trails will be illuminated to give climbing the obstacles a new perspective. Over 15,000 colored lights, plus colorful lasers sparkling on thousands of leaves, cables, rope, and platforms throughout the park will create a mystical tree climbing experience like you can’t imagine.

The Twilight session start time is 4:30. The introductory price this year is $37/person. Standard day sessions are $47. The Red course is not open during the Twilight climbs.

Please visit our website (www.advavl.com) or call our reservation center at 800-451-9972.

Headlock on Hunger Food Drive

Join #teamheadlock Wednesday July 11th at the Ingles on Tunnel Rd, we are collecting food for kids on break from school who may not have enough to eat at home! Your donation of easy to prepare food will help a child in need. Meet WWE Hall of Famers Jim Ross, Edge, Beth Phoenix and JJ Dillon!

Meet Team Headlock featuring Our WWE Hall of Famers! 10:00am-Noon and 1:00pm-3:00pm

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