What to do this weekend in the 828: July 11–13

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Fairy hikes, free concerts and art markets are among the exciting events going on in Asheville this weekend. Check out our full weekend guide below.

Friday, July 11

• Movies in the Park: “Finding Nemo” – 8:45 p.m., Pack Square Park

Asheville summer cinema tradition Movies in the Park continues this Friday with a sea-faring screening. “Finding Nemo” will be projected on the big screen at Pack Square Park, with free clownfish stress relievers for attendees while supplies last.

• Concerts in the Park: Laron Huntley & The Gravely Brothers – 6:30–8:30 p.m., Biltmore Park Town Square, 30 Town Square Blvd.

The latest installment in the free, outdoor concert series at Biltmore Park will feature southern rock band Laron Huntley & The Gravely Brothers on the green outside Hickory Tavern. Sweet treats will be available from The Sweet Escape Frozen Yogurt at the family-friendly event.

Saturday, July 12

• Shindig on the Green – 7–10 p.m., Pack Square Park

One of the oldest celebrations of old-time music in Asheville, Shindig on the Green invites the community out to its 59th season of summertime bluegrass, clogging, storytelling and other mountain musical traditions.

• Uncommon Market Summer Extravaganza – 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Haywood Park Hotel & Atrium

The largest antique pop-up in Asheville will host their summer extravaganza at Haywood Park Hotel this weekend. Expect to find artwork, oddities and vintage items of all kinds at the Uncommon Market event.

• Beer City 7’s Rugby Tournament – 9 a.m., Buncombe County Sports Park

The Asheville Rugby Football Club invites local rugby teams to come duke it out at an all-day rugby tournament. Every team is guaranteed at least 3 games.

Sunday, July 13

• The Big Crafty Community Day – noon–6 p.m., Harrah’s Cherokee Center, 87 Haywood St.

Asheville’s biggest art fair returns this weekend with dozens of artists bringing their a-game crafting to Harrah’s Cherokee Center. The Big Crafty Community Day is free and open to the public, inviting the community to shop from dozens of local Asheville artists and artisans.

• Uncommon Market Summer Extravaganza – 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Haywood Park Hotel & Atrium

The largest antique pop-up in Asheville will host their summer extravaganza at Haywood Park Hotel this weekend. Expect to find artwork, oddities and vintage items of all kinds at the Uncommon Market event.

• Fairy and Elf Hike to Midnight Hole – noon–5 p.m., 600 Haywood Road

Morgan’s Comics will host a magical journey to the newly-reopened outdoor swimming hole, Midnight Hole, in full fairy and elf gear. Voyagers are invited to don their best fantasy fits for a hike, picnic and photo shoot at the swimming spot.