Thrift store event brings art, crafts and furry friends to Asheville

Asheville Humane Society invites the community to meet adoptable pets and enjoy face painting, snacks, and a scavenger hunt at Luck of the Paws

By Dee Pridgen March 20, 2026 11:52 am

ContributedAsheville Humane SocietyAsheville Humane Society invites the community to meet adoptable pets and enjoy face painting, snacks and a scavenger hunt at Luck of the Paws.

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The Asheville Humane Society is hosting a family-friendly event this Saturday at its thrift store.

Luck of the Paws will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Asheville Humane Society Thrift Store, 800 Fairview Road, Suite EE 28803.

The event will feature five local artists, a caricature artist, face painting and crafts for all ages. Guests can also enjoy drinks and snacks, take part in a coupon scavenger hunt and meet furry visitors from the Asheville Humane Society between 1 and 3 p.m.

The event is free and open to the public.

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