Whether you’re into water activities, handcrafted art or intergalactic adventures, the Asheville area offers something for everyone this weekend. From outdoor excursions and live music to local craft fairs and a Star Trek-themed event, we have your definitive list of things to do in our weekend guide.
Explore Asheville and The Radical hotel are teaming up for an event geared toward the continued revitalization of the River Arts District. The 2025 Summer Social will be held from 3–6 p.m., Monday, Aug. 4 at The Radical, 95 Roberts St.
Asheville boasts a vibrant live music scene with venues catering to a wide array of music taste. Check out our list of live performances in the area this August.
Julie Miles’ new show, “MADEofTHIS,” will be shown from Sept. 26–Oct. 26 at Pink Dog Gallery, 348 Depot St., with an opening reception from 5–8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 2.
Tyler Christopher, an award-winning Elvis Tribute Artist, will soon bring his signature showmanship to the Asheville stage with “The Return of the King: An Unrivaled Tribute to Elvis.” The show will be held at 7 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 30, at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts.
A Shrek-themed rave, Halloween in the summertime and an all-day celebration in Cherokee, N.C. are among the things to do in the 828 this weekend. Read our full guide for more.
After months of uncertainty, Ingles Markets has officially taken a meeting with county planners about reopening a grocery store in Swannanoa, N.C., according to Jennifer Horton, a District 1 county commissioner in Buncombe County.
The Wortham Center for the Performing Arts has announced their upcoming slate of dancers, musicians and storytellers taking the stage for their 2025–26 season.
Need weekend plans? Craft fairs, National Moth Week science demonstrations and live Shakespeare are among the activities going on in the Asheville area this weekend. Read our guide for more.
The semiannual Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands will be held from 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Thursday, July 17–Sunday, July 20 at Harrah’s Cherokee Center.