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Family Camp Out

Sept 30th – Family Camp Out at Mills River Park with The Town of Mills River Parks & Rec Department. Enjoy camping under the stars after the Free movie night in the park! $12 residents (per family), $15 non residents (per family).

🎥 Showing Guardians of the Galaxy Rated PG-13
🏕️ Bring your tent and camping supplies.
🚫 No portable grills or pets allowed at this event.
👍 Registration required

🍳 Smores and breakfast included

  • July, 5
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Leicester Tailgate Farmers Market

Every Wednesday, May 7th 2025 through October 29th

May & October: 3:00pm-6:30pm

June, July, August, & September: 3:00pm-7:00pm

The Leicester Tailgate Farmers Market is located in the rural mountains off New Leicester Highway. Our vendors bring out their best locally sourced meats, cheeses, vegetables, crafts, plants, flowers, soaps, lotions, eggs, and much more.

  • July, 3
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Urban Garden Tour and Tasting 2023

The second annual Urban Garden Tour and Tasting with Bountiful Cities is FREE and open to everyone!

Local food producing gardens will open their gates for visitors!
Guest can take part in educational activities, and tours.
There is no cost to visit the gardens and everyone is welcome – please leave your furry friends at home though!
Local chefs will be preparing small bites for sampling for visitors with a tasting ticket.

For questions contact Cathy@bountifulcities.org
Local (nonalcoholic) drinks will be available.
Proceeds will support urban food security and the gardens on the tour.

  • July, 2
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Movie Night in the Park

Free Event!!
The Town of Mills River Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting an outdoor movie in the park event at Mills River Park. The event will take place at the multi-purpose fields in the park. This event is free to attend. No pre-registration is required. Concessions will be available for purchase.

THE 2026 LINEUP:

  • Fri June 12th 6:00pm – Featured movie: Zootopia 2.
  • Fri Aug 21st 6:00pm – Featured movie: Goonies
  • Fri Oct 2nd 6:00pm – Featured movie: Toy Story 5

Start time will be dusk. The event will take place at the multi-purpose fields in the park. This event is free to attend. No pre-registration is required. Concessions will be available (cash only). Attendees should bring their own lawn chairs or blankets. Please leave all pets at home for this event.

 

  • July, 2
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Summer Family Night

⬇️ WHAT’S IN STORE FOR YOU

  Story Time with Enka-Candler Branch Library at 4:30 and 5:30
  Puppy Party Adoption Event with Mountain Pet Rescue Asheville
  Tie Dye Crafts (bring your own t-shirt or they will have some donated spares to use!)
  Sno-Cones from Kona Ice of Asheville

  Dance Parties, Games, and more!

This is a FREE and open to the public event!

  • June, 26
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Summer Splash Water Day

Join us for a day of refreshing excitement at one of our Summer Splash Water Days! Dive into a world of water-themed activities and beat the heat with an array of aquatic adventures! We recommend wearing clothes and shoes that can get wet. All ages welcome!

This is a free community program, please send any questions to Calvin Owens at cowens@ashevillenc.gov or (828) 747-1347.

 

  • June 12 – Malvern Hills Park
  • June 17 – Jake Rusher Park
  • June 22 – Murphy-Oakley Center (ballfield)
  • July 3 – Jake Rusher Park
  • July 15 – Murphy-Oakley Center (ballfield)
  • July 27 – Malvern Hills Park
  • August 2 – Jake Rusher Park
  • August 5 – Malvern Hills Park
  • August 14 – Murphy-Oakley Center (ballfield)
  • June, 25
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Rec ‘N’ Roll Monday Imagination Days (Ages 2-5yrs w/ Adult)

FREE | 10am-12pm

Giant building blocks, tunnels, and fun games await on special days of open play geared for ages 2-5 years-old. No advance registration or sign up required, adults must accompany children the entire time.

 
  • June 9 – Jake Rusher Park
  • June 16 – Malvern Hills Park
  • June 23 – West Asheville Park
  • June 30 – Hummingbird Park
  • July 7 – Kenilworth Park
  • July 14 – Herb Watts Park
  • July 21 – Murphy-Oakley Park
  • July 28 – Leah Chiles Park
  • August 4 – Weaver Park
  • August 11 – Jake Rusher Park
  • June, 25
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Big Barn Market and Barn Yoga Sunday

SUNDAYS IN THE BIG BARN!

Last Sunday of every month, June-October 

From 11:00am-3:00pm the Big Barn Market showcases a wonderful selection of local farmers, food makers, crafters, and artists, offering their finest creations.

‍♂️ At 9:00am for the early birds out there, is Big Barn Yoga, presented by Breeze Yoga Asheville. This invigorating yoga session will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to explore the Big Barn Market. $18. LEARN MORE HERE 

  • June, 25
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Food Culture Festival

Join us for a food, fun, and community weekend at the Foodees Food and Culture Festival! From July 21-23, we’ll be taking over the Smokey Mountain Event Center in Waynesville, NC, with over 25 food trucks and dozens of artisans, crafters, and vendors showcasing their unique creations.

Indulge in a diverse range of cuisines from around the world, including traditional Southern comfort food, Caribbean delights, Latin fusion, and much more. Take a stroll through the market, where you’ll discover a treasure trove of handmade goods, artisanal crafts, and unique wares from local vendors.

Our festival is designed to bring people from all backgrounds and communities together. We believe that food has the power to unite and connect us on a deep level, regardless of our differences. That’s why we’re committed to promoting understanding, breaking down barriers, and creating a more harmonious and united community.

So bring your friends, family, and loved ones, and join us for a weekend of delicious food, music, and community. Admission is free, so don’t miss out on this amazing event!

  • June, 22
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Grand Opening of Appalachian Mountain Brewery – Mills River

Appalachian Mountain Brewery – Mills River is opening a brand new tap room in Mills River, and celebrating with a Grand Opening Party this Friday and Saturday! Their doors will open Friday, at noon, with a ribbon-cutting with the Hendersonville Chamber of Commerce to follow at 4pm. The weekend plans are jam packed with fresh beer, elevated comfort food, and live music in the beer garden. The first 200 guest on Friday and Saturday will also receive a special commemorative glass.

♥️ For the kids, they’ll have a full food menu with kids menu, custom coloring pages, crayons, a fully fenced in beer garden with many picnic tables, shade, games to play, and a play table featuring sand/gravel and bulldozers and other toys. We also love that although it’s very welcoming of kids and dogs from day one, they have aspirations for more elaborate kids areas in the future!

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⬇️ OPERATING HOURS THIS WEEKEND:

June 23rd: 12:00pm-10:00pm

June 24th: 12:00pm-10:00pm

June 25th: 12:00pm-9:00pm

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⬇️ LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE:

Friday June 23

4:00pm – Beer and Loathing

7:00pm – Moonshine State

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Saturday June 24

1:00pm – Hill Climbers

4:00pm – Todd Cecil and the Dirt Yard Choir

7:00pm – ALR Trio

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