Every Saturday & Sunday in July 11:00am-6:00pm – Did somebody say free hot dogs?! That’s right – Hickory Nut Gap Farm of Fairview just did! Every Saturday and Sunday in July, stop by their Farm Store between 11am and 6pm for a free 100% grassfed beef hot dog, served warm off the roller on a freshly steamed bun.
Available while supplies last. Limit one hot dog per customer.Come join us in the ribbon cutting of our new Adaptive Playground at Mills River Park on Tuesday, July 22 from 11am-12pm. Thanks to the Accecssibilites for Parks Grant, children of all abilities will now be able to play on the playground!
School’s almost in session — but first, let’s party! Join us for our Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 9 from 12–3 PM — a fun-filled afternoon packed with shopping, games, giveaways, music and family fun! Get ready to head back to the classroom in style with amazing deals from top brands like Nike Factory Store, Vineyard Vines, J.Crew Factory, Under Armour, The Children’s Place, and Old Navy Outlet.
Join us for a fun morning filled with love, laughter, and tiny toes!
This Baby & Me pop-up event is a chance for parents and caregivers to connect with local programs, get helpful baby resources, and take home some great giveaways. You’ll also have a chance to win a brand-new car seat that grows with your baby!
Stop by to learn, connect, and prepare for the arrival of your little one. Everyone is welcome!
Join Land of Sky for the Summer Stroll Community Walk Series — a fun, 30-minute neighborhood walk hosted by the Land of Sky Safe Routes to School team! We’ll meet at a local coffee shop each Wednesday at 8:30 AM for a short, inclusive walk designed to build connections, encourage healthy habits, and support local businesses. Open to all ages – families, retirees, professionals, and kids (bingo cards and prizes included!) Come walk, chat, sip, and support your neighborhood!
Upcoming StopsWe offer Open Play daily, which is when children are welcome to enjoy full use of our sensory-safe gym with parent supervision. Our gym features therapy equipment, an arts & crafts area, a calming room, and more.
We offer Open Play daily, which is when children are welcome to enjoy full use of our sensory-safe gym with parent supervision. Our gym features therapy equipment, an arts & crafts area, a calming room, and more.
We’re staying up late for community science!
Join us in celebrating the start of National Moth Week (July 19-27th) with free outdoor science demonstrations at Asheville Municipal Golf Course. We’ll be using UV lights to attract moths and other nighttime insects to document species and study our environment. Bring a flashlight and your camera to learn how you can be a community scientist and earn the NC Moth Count Badge.
All ages welcome for this family-friendly event!
REGISTER AT THE LINK ABOVE
This program is a collaboration between The North Carolina Arboretum, ecoEXPLORE, the Asheville Municipal Golf Course, and Friends of Asheville Muni.
Join HCA Healthcare’s Mission Health and Asheville Parks & Recreation for the grand opening of the Riverbend Dog Park, a temporary dog park space created in partnership to serve our community post-Hurricane Helene. HCA Healthcare’s Mission Health and Asheville Parks & Recreation are committed to rebuilding and strengthening our community—join us for an evening of fun, connection, and purpose.
Free to the public!
This family-friendly event will include:
Photo BoothCaricature PortraitsMeet Mission Health Therapy DogsAdoption Event with Mountain Pet RescuePartners Animal Hospital onsiteGiveaways and more!FREE FOR KIDS!
Experience the magic of dance at our Heroes in Motion: A Dance & Discovery Youth Matinee coming to both Winston-Salem and Asheville! Let your kids discover the power of movement, creativity, and storytelling! Asheville audiences will experience a special guest visit from @avlgreenworks to learn all about the power and impact of volunteering!