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Community Concert featuring the Steep Canyon Rangers

The highly anticipated Community Concert is returning to Pack Square Park in Downtown Asheville on Thursday, May 29, 2025, and this year’s lineup promises to deliver another unforgettable evening of live music, local food, and community spirit. The event will feature Steep Canyon Rangers, one of the most renowned names in bluegrass and Americana music, along with the incredible opening act, Sam Burchfield and the Scoundrels. The Community Concert is presented by Oskar Blues Brewery, Dale’s, and Fred Anderson Subaru. 

This celebration of community is FREE to attend, with General Admission available to all. For those seeking an enhanced experience, Preferred Access Tickets powered by Skyla Credit Union are on sale now, providing attendees with a premium concert experience in the heart of Asheville’s iconic Downtown.

“We’re so excited to bring this event back to Pack Square Park, where the energy and excitement of the community come alive through great music and local flavor,” said Hayden Plemmons, Executive Director of the Asheville Downtown Association. “This concert not only highlights incredible talent but also gives us a chance to showcase the amazing local food vendors, and artists that make our Downtown so special.”

“The thing that I love about playing a big, free show on Pack Square is that it gives us all an opportunity to come together and have a great time. We need that now more than ever. Hopefully this year we can bring in a lot of folks from out town to come stay the weekend, eat in our restaurants, have a beer, buy some artwork and help Asheville get back on our feet” – Graham Sharp, Steep Canyon Rangers

In addition to the music, the Community Concert will also feature a variety of local food vendors, a marketplace with unique handmade goods, and a gear swap presented by Second Gear, giving attendees the chance to exchange gently used outdoor gear. The event is designed to bring together people of all ages for an evening of celebration, while supporting local businesses and artists.

The GLO Mobile Outreach Bus is rolling to a neighborhood near you! (Check the schedule in the comments)

The Children & Family Resource Center of Henderson County GLO (Grow Learn Outreach) Mobile supports and enhances kindergarten readiness and transition activities in the Henderson County community. Our early learning outreach bus aims to remove barriers such as transportation, availability of care, and expenses that often keep children out of a preschool setting and will allow parents to access the necessary support for their children to begin kindergarten ready to learn. The mobile unit enhances kindergarten readiness and transition activities in Hendersonville removing barriers such as transportation, availability of care, and expenses that often keep children out of a preschool setting and will allow parents to access the necessary support for their children to begin kindergarten ready to learn.

The mobile unit is intended to be a vehicle for outreach into our community to engage children ages birth through 5, not in licensed child care centers. We know the earliest days of a child’s life can be one of the most important indicators of future success and by bringing quality early childhood experiences into neighborhoods with barriers like transportation, primary language, and limited income, we hope to build the child’s foundation for future learning. It is our goal to assist these caregivers in becoming their child’s first educator, empowering them to be the support their children need to start kindergarten prepared.

The GLO Mobile visits areas of the community furthest from child care centers that may have issues with transportation. These visits help engage children and caregivers to create positive connections with other families, provide developmentally appropriate activities for the caregiver and child to do together, and connect families to resources.

Easter Weekend with Grove Park (see description for dates and events)

April 18 – 20 

Celebrate Easter in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains with a weekend of festive fun. Enjoy a delightful Easter brunch and family-friendly activities, including a scavenger hunt, craft parties, and a special visit from Major Bunny.

Schedule of Events:

Friday, April 18

  • Balloon Twister | 4 PM – 6 PM | Great Hall
    Watch as talented balloon artists bring whimsical creations to life.
  • Major Bunny Appearance | 4:30 PM | Great Hall
    Kick off the holiday weekend with a special visit from Major Bunny in his Easter best.

Saturday, April 19

  • Holiday Craft Party | 11 AM – 1 PM | Skyline
    Create festive holiday crafts and enjoy additional entertainment, including face painting.
  • Cookie Decorating Party | 2 PM – 4 PM | Skyline
    Decorate and enjoy your own Easter-themed sweet treats.

Sunday, April 20

  • Easter Morning Worship Service | 8:30 AM | Skyline
    Start your holiday with a non-denominational service featuring uplifting music and words of encouragement.
  • Major Bunny’s Scav-Egg-Er Hunt | 11 AM – 12:30 PM | Great Hall & Concierge Desk
    Follow the hidden clues to Major Bunny’s farmers market for a special treat. Recommended for children ages 10 and under.
  • Easter Brunch Buffet | 12 PM – 5:30 PM | Blue Ridge
    Indulge in an elegant Easter brunch with an array of seasonal favorites. Reservations required.

Weaverville’s Shamrock Festival

Join us—and our favorite leprechaun, Patrick “Paddy” O’Weave — for an afternoon of live music, kids’ activities, cornhole, delicious eats from Bigfoot-Longs Hot Dogs, an exciting raffle, and axe throwing with Axeville! We’ll also have a Social District in place, allowing you to enjoy your favorite beverages while strolling and taking in all the festivities! Show off your Irish spirit and get lucky! Paddy will be on the lookout for the best-dressed attendees—and we’ll be handing out 10 “Lucky Charms” to those with the most festive flair! Invite your crew and make plans to join us for an afternoon of St. Paddy’s fun! Paddy O’Weave can’t wait to see you there!

  • Live music: Celeste Ray , www.celesteray.com
  • Vendors: Lion Dog Lounge, Zebulon, Leveller, Eluvium Brewing

St Patrick’s Day at Well Played

Wear green on St. Patrick’s Day and enjoy free gameplay all day long! Gather your crew, grab a drink, and test your luck with our massive selection of board games—no pot of gold required!

Spring Festival: Berries in Bloom

Join us for a fun-filled day in the Garden! We absolutely cannot wait to see these strawberries in bloom after so many caring hands helped us recover post-Helene. We hope you are excited too!

After missing out on our Fall Festival due to Hurricane Helene, we’re excited to bring back local handmade vendors, fresh strawberries grown with organic practices, fields of wildflowers, hay wagon farm tours, live music, and our famous farm-to-brick oven pizzas — all made with ingredients straight from our garden!

Bring the whole family to enjoy springtime on the farm, explore beautiful blooms, and meet the talented local artisans behind our handmade vendors. Whether you’re stocking up on one-of-a-kind crafts or picking the juiciest strawberries, there’s something for everyone!

Come celebrate the season with us, and don’t forget to bring your family and friends for a day of joy, local love, and delicious food!

See you in the Garden!

Pizza Saturdays in the Garden

Join us EVERY Saturday beginning April 19th through October 25th, 2025 from 12 PM to 6 PM at The Ten Acre Garden for a delightful culinary adventure! Our “Pizza Saturdays” are the perfect way to enjoy the weekend, with a unique and delicious pizza menu that changes each week.

Hand-tossed, Freshly Made Pizzas with Farm to Oven Ingredients

Each Saturday, we feature two special pizzas, crafted from scratch with love. Our pizzas are:

13 inches of deliciousness: Perfectly sized for sharing (or not!).

Made with our homemade dough: Hand-prepped and baked to perfection.

Topped with homemade pizza sauce: Bursting with the rich flavors of sun-ripened tomatoes and a secret blend of herbs.

Farm-fresh ingredients: Sourced directly from our farm or other local farms to ensure the freshest and most flavorful toppings.

Whether you’re a veggie lover or just love great pizza, you’ll be thrilled with our ever-changing specials!

Always Something Special

Each week, our creative team comes up with two new pizza specials, ensuring that there’s always something fresh and exciting to try. From garden-fresh toppings like heirloom tomatoes and basil, to unique combinations that you won’t find anywhere else, our specials are sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Feeling classic? Don’t worry—we always have a cheese pizza available upon request for those who prefer the simple, comforting goodness of mozzarella and tomato.

Suggested Donation

We believe in making good food accessible to all while supporting our community. We suggest a donation of $20 – $25 per pizza, which helps us continue to offer fresh, locally sourced meals and support our local farming community.

Join Us for a Relaxing, Family-Friendly Event

Bring your friends, family, and appetite, and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the beautiful setting of The Ten Acre Garden. Whether you’re picnicking on the grass or enjoying the rustic charm of our farm, Pizza Saturdays are a delightful way to spend your weekend.

Live Music

Join us each Pizza Saturday and experience the perfect blend of great food and live music in our gorgeous Garden! Every Saturday, we serve up delicious, handcrafted pizzas alongside an incredible lineup of bands playing everything from bluegrass to rock, folk to Celtic, and so much more. Whether you’re a music lover, a foodie, or both, our Garden is the place to be for an evening of tasty pizza, stellar music, and unforgettable vibes. Bring your friends, grab a slice, and let the music set the mood!

Glow in the Park Egg Hunt (5yrs-99yrs)

Bring flashlights to experience the magic of a nighttime egg hunt!

Join friends at the Avery Montford Center ballfield for a unique twist on a classic tradition. Instead of a traditional free-for-all egg hunt, you’ll use a clue sheet to find eggs hidden throughout the park. Some eggs contain special raffle tickets with chances to win egg-citing prizes!

The APR Rec n Roll Play Zone opens at 7:30pm with the first hunt starting at 8:15pm. The final clue sheets are handed out at 9pm.

Seussville Creations (Ages 2-4 with adult)

Wednesdays | 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26 | 5 – 5:30pm

Toddlers listen to whimsical stories by Dr. Seuss and create fun and imaginative crafts inspired by the book on an adventure filled with creativity, laughter, and magic.

  • 3/5 – Green Eggs and Ham
  • 3/12 – Horton Hears a Who
  • 3/19 – Cat in the Hat
  • 3/26 – The Lorax

Rec-N-Roll Spring Kick Off

FREE!
Spring into fun at our community Spring Kick Off event! Join for games, crafts, and a bounce house. Bring a picnic and enjoy the day with family and friends!

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