Local artists John Nelson Batovsky and Jesse Lee have a new art exhibit on display at BlackBird Frame & Art. The installation, “Filthy Casual,” will feature digitally-crafted artwork and tactile abstract pieces.
Later this month, Kevin Smith, the acclaimed filmmaker, comedian and comic book writer, will be making an appearance at Comic Envy, a local North Asheville comic book shop, before a performance at the Orange Peel.
Looking for something new to watch? From a black comedy about alien abduction to a new biopic about the Nuremberg trials, check out our list of five new movies to see, stream or skip this November.
A visit to the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway is not truly complete without a hike up to Haw Creek Valley Overlook. The 4.8 mile out-and-back is a narrow but beautiful ascent to a stunning mountaintop view.
“Predator: Badlands” is the first of the sci-fi franchise to tell a story from the perspective of the titular alien warriors, but the latest in a recent run of terrific “Predator” movies. Dan Trachtenberg’s follow-up to “Prey” and “Predator: Killer of Killers” is a whole lot of fun. Read our review for more.
Later this month, a new collection of Danish artist Thomas Dambo’s world-renowned trolls will arrive at the North Carolina Arboretum. Whether you are an Asheville resident looking for a troll-tastic staycation or a visitor troll-hunting for a deal, Explore Asheville has prepared several lodging packages bundled with the Arboretum experience.
Looking for things to do this weekend? We’ve got you covered. From a party in the River Arts District to an all-vegan Thanksgiving feast, we have all kinds of activities in our weekend guide to Asheville and WNC.
The One Act Play Festival is made up of two different sets of plays shown between Nov. 6-15, culminating in a Best of Show performance at 3 p.m. on November 16, 2025.
RADFest 2.0 will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 8 and Sunday, Nov. 9 across the River Arts District.
From perfectly peppered gravy to mezcal margaritas, this West Asheville newcomer honors diner roots with a fresh twist