Showing posts with label Asheville NC. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Asheville NC. Show all posts
Monday, May 16, 2016
Asheville Downtown After Five live concert this Friday
May 20, 2016 Downtown After Five
Free
live music entertainment in downtown Asheville. Headlining this month
is CHA WA.
The celebration is every third Friday, May through September,
with the goal of encouraging locals and visitors to enjoy downtown
Asheville and support local businesses and entertainers.
The event is
located on North Lexington Avenue (between Hiawassee and
the I-240 overpass) in Downtown Asheville NC. Food and beer vendors
will be available.
Monday, May 2, 2016
Asheville Cocktail Week Tickets NOW Available
May 4 - 8, 2016 Asheville Cocktail Week returns. Get your tickets NOW for this popular event.
Launched in 2009, ASHEVILLE FEST celebrates several signature events. Asheville Cocktail Week brings a dozen events
over an expanded week, including Cocktail Theater, Spirit Dinners, Cinco
de Mayo Afterparty, Guided Cocktail Tours, a "Derby Party", and a Best
Bloody Mary Contest during which 15 Asheville Bars will serve a weeks worth of
their very best to claim the title of Best Bloody Mary in Asheville Fest as voted by consumers.
The Southeastern Distilling Expo is the largest gathering of Southeastern Distilleries in one location. This is an industry expo invite for owners, managers and bartenders.
ELIXIR, in its fourth year, promises to bring yet another exciting evening of collaboration between the distilleries and local bar talent. Open to the public, this event provides a fun environment for the customers to get in front of bartenders making sample drinks in a structured competition environment, supporting their current bar tenders and discovering new favorites.
SWEET offers a decadent evening of desserts on Friday, again at the Historic Grove Arcade and the GRAND TASTING on Saturday is a smorgasbord of food, wine, beer, and spirits, culinary demonstrations, and a chance to meet authors, farmers, chefs, winemakers, brewers, and much, much more. If you are interested in the the Grand Tasting VIP event, know that an entire floor has been set aside that afternoon just for you! Come sample the best food scene in the south.
The Southeastern Distilling Expo is the largest gathering of Southeastern Distilleries in one location. This is an industry expo invite for owners, managers and bartenders.
ELIXIR, in its fourth year, promises to bring yet another exciting evening of collaboration between the distilleries and local bar talent. Open to the public, this event provides a fun environment for the customers to get in front of bartenders making sample drinks in a structured competition environment, supporting their current bar tenders and discovering new favorites.
SWEET offers a decadent evening of desserts on Friday, again at the Historic Grove Arcade and the GRAND TASTING on Saturday is a smorgasbord of food, wine, beer, and spirits, culinary demonstrations, and a chance to meet authors, farmers, chefs, winemakers, brewers, and much, much more. If you are interested in the the Grand Tasting VIP event, know that an entire floor has been set aside that afternoon just for you! Come sample the best food scene in the south.
Thursday, March 24, 2016
Rhythmic Circus Performs at Asheville's Diana Wortham Theatre
March 31 and April 1, 2016, 8:00 PM at Diana Wortham Theatre, 2 South Park Square in downtown Asheville NC - Rhythmic Circus. One of the biggest shows at the theatre this season: amazing percussive dance with a big brass band. Fun for all ages.
From a percussive chair routine (think STOMP) to the stripped down “Dream Song,” Rhythmic Circus's awarding-winning show Feet Don’t Fail Me Now! is a genre-hopping hour-and-a-half of rock, blues, soul and funk.
The rapid-fire tap, the funky styling and original lyrics of a six-piece band with a big, brassy sound, and a vocal percussionist all come together in this show that will have you tapping your feet and dancing in your seat. Don't miss it!
Adding to the fun is the annual Y.E.S. (Youth Education Scholarship) Fund Raffle during both evenings of the Rhythmic Circus performances. Win art, jewelry, travel packages, and more while supporting children through DWT's Y.E.S. Fund. 6:30 p.m. through intermission each evening. $5 per ticket, 5 tickets for $20. Bring your cash and win.
From a percussive chair routine (think STOMP) to the stripped down “Dream Song,” Rhythmic Circus's awarding-winning show Feet Don’t Fail Me Now! is a genre-hopping hour-and-a-half of rock, blues, soul and funk.
The rapid-fire tap, the funky styling and original lyrics of a six-piece band with a big, brassy sound, and a vocal percussionist all come together in this show that will have you tapping your feet and dancing in your seat. Don't miss it!
Adding to the fun is the annual Y.E.S. (Youth Education Scholarship) Fund Raffle during both evenings of the Rhythmic Circus performances. Win art, jewelry, travel packages, and more while supporting children through DWT's Y.E.S. Fund. 6:30 p.m. through intermission each evening. $5 per ticket, 5 tickets for $20. Bring your cash and win.
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| photo courtesy Diana Wortham Theatre |
Monday, March 21, 2016
Asheville Central Business District Meeting
March 23, 2016 from 4 PM - 7 PM in Lord Auditorium in Pack Memorial Library, 67 Haywood St - The City of Asheville will hold a drop-in meeting about development issues in downtown Asheville NC. City Council is interested in making changes to development rules for the Central Business District. These rules were last written in 2010, after the adoption of the Downtown Master Plan in 2009.
The recent surge in downtown development has caused some reconsideration of how projects are reviewed. At the meeting, three main topics will be discussed:
The second issue is about Level III projects in the Central Business District. Currently, there is an area called the Traditional Downtown Core. Large projects within this boundary are reviewed as Conditional Zonings, outside of this area, large projects are reviewed as Conditional Use Permits. The difference between these two processes are technical, but have an impact on both how City Council receives information about the project, and how the project is reviewed.
The third issue centers on hotel development. City Council and some citizens have expressed concerns about hotels in downtown. Hotels could be reviewed under a Conditional Use Permit or Conditional Zoning as a category. One possibility is that hotels over a certain size or number of rooms could be considered either Conditional Use or Conditional Zoning. No thresholds have been determined yet.
Staff will give a short presentation at 4:15 PM and then again at 5:45 PM, which will give attendees background and an understanding of the issues under consideration. After each staff presentation, participants can visit any or all of the stations for each of these topics.
For more information contact The Asheville Downtown Association.
The recent surge in downtown development has caused some reconsideration of how projects are reviewed. At the meeting, three main topics will be discussed:
- Levels of review
- The process for Level III projects
- The hotel development process
The second issue is about Level III projects in the Central Business District. Currently, there is an area called the Traditional Downtown Core. Large projects within this boundary are reviewed as Conditional Zonings, outside of this area, large projects are reviewed as Conditional Use Permits. The difference between these two processes are technical, but have an impact on both how City Council receives information about the project, and how the project is reviewed.
The third issue centers on hotel development. City Council and some citizens have expressed concerns about hotels in downtown. Hotels could be reviewed under a Conditional Use Permit or Conditional Zoning as a category. One possibility is that hotels over a certain size or number of rooms could be considered either Conditional Use or Conditional Zoning. No thresholds have been determined yet.
Staff will give a short presentation at 4:15 PM and then again at 5:45 PM, which will give attendees background and an understanding of the issues under consideration. After each staff presentation, participants can visit any or all of the stations for each of these topics.
For more information contact The Asheville Downtown Association.
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Asheville Downtown Association Holds Annual "State of the Downtown"
January 20, 2016 - The Annual Sate of the Downtown Luncheon, presented by First Bank will be held on Wednesday, January 20 beginning at noon in the US Cellular Center Banquet Hall. The program will focus on the association's strategic plan as well as the top priorities and challenges facing downtown in the upcoming year.
The ADA will also present the 2015 Downtown Heroes Awards to individuals or organizations who have significantly impacted Downtown Asheville NC. Tickets are $12 for members and $15 for potential members and include lunch. This event typically sells out. Tickets are available online.
The ADA will also present the 2015 Downtown Heroes Awards to individuals or organizations who have significantly impacted Downtown Asheville NC. Tickets are $12 for members and $15 for potential members and include lunch. This event typically sells out. Tickets are available online.
Sunday, August 23, 2015
Adventure Center of Asheville Offers Labor Day Special
Save 50% This Labor Day
Bring The Family For An End-Of-Summer Adventure and Save Big
School is in session and there are only a couple more weeks of summer. As your schedule starts to fill up there are only a couple days where you’ll have time to get out there and enjoy it. Why not surprise your family and come enjoy all that the Adventure Center of Ashevile has to offer this Labor Day (MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7th).
Take flight on a zipline canopy tour just minutes from downtown Asheville, yet surprisingly set amongst 150+ year old majestic white and red oaks. Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures offers the best of many worlds. It is convenient and exciting, it is urban with views of downtown Asheville, and it is set on a 124 acre resort and designated tree preserve perched in and amongst some of the oldest and largest oak trees in Asheville.
Or explore the Asheville Treetops Adventure Park. This is a new Asheville Attraction comprised of 60 unique climbing, flying, walking, jumping, swinging, and rappelling challenges anchored to over 30 towering trees and poles tucked into a wooded park just minutes from downtown Asheville. Asheville Treetops Adventure Park has five different adventure trails that allow Park Guests the choice to challenge only the obstacles they feel comfortable with.
While you explore the park you will move at your own pace and tackle challenges as an individual, instead of in a group. Think of it as ski slopes in the trees and a true "Jungle Gym" for all ages, strengths, and adventure levels. Whatever adventure suits your family, this labor day is your opportunity for amazing savings on an unforgettable family adventure.
Get links for more Asheville Attractions on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide.
Take flight on a zipline canopy tour just minutes from downtown Asheville, yet surprisingly set amongst 150+ year old majestic white and red oaks. Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures offers the best of many worlds. It is convenient and exciting, it is urban with views of downtown Asheville, and it is set on a 124 acre resort and designated tree preserve perched in and amongst some of the oldest and largest oak trees in Asheville.
Or explore the Asheville Treetops Adventure Park. This is a new Asheville Attraction comprised of 60 unique climbing, flying, walking, jumping, swinging, and rappelling challenges anchored to over 30 towering trees and poles tucked into a wooded park just minutes from downtown Asheville. Asheville Treetops Adventure Park has five different adventure trails that allow Park Guests the choice to challenge only the obstacles they feel comfortable with.
While you explore the park you will move at your own pace and tackle challenges as an individual, instead of in a group. Think of it as ski slopes in the trees and a true "Jungle Gym" for all ages, strengths, and adventure levels. Whatever adventure suits your family, this labor day is your opportunity for amazing savings on an unforgettable family adventure.
Get links for more Asheville Attractions on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide.
Tuesday, August 11, 2015
Asheville's Ooh La La Curiosity Market Open Again this Weekend
August 15, 2015
Ooh La La Curiosity Market
An outdoor market in Pritchard Park, downtown Asheville NC,
featuring works by local painters, leather smiths, jewelry makers,
potters ,up-cycled crafters, and other curious delights, all beneath the
colored canopies of large market umbrellas.
In addition to the artists, the market will also feature live local music with up three musical acts performing each Saturday and will include everything from a solo saxophonist to folk, blues, acoustic, and jazz acts.
In addition to the artists, the market will also feature live local music with up three musical acts performing each Saturday and will include everything from a solo saxophonist to folk, blues, acoustic, and jazz acts.
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
Downtown After Five this Friday in Asheville
June 19, 2015 Downtown After
Five Free live music
entertainment in downtown Asheville NC. Headlining this month is Corey Harris. The
celebration is every third Friday, May through September, with the goal of
encouraging locals and visitors to enjoy downtown Asheville and support local
businesses and entertainers.
The event is located on North Lexington Avenue (between Hiawassee and the I-240 overpass). Food and beer vendors will be available.
The event is located on North Lexington Avenue (between Hiawassee and the I-240 overpass). Food and beer vendors will be available.
Monday, June 15, 2015
What to do this weekend in Asheville
June 19, 2015
Downtown After Five
Free live music entertainment in downtown Asheville. Headlining this month is Corey Harris. The celebration is every third Friday, May through September, with the goal of encouraging locals and visitors to enjoy downtown Asheville NC and support local businesses and entertainers.
The event is located on North Lexington Avenue (between Hiawassee and the I-240 overpass). Food and beer vendors will be available.
The event is located on North Lexington Avenue (between Hiawassee and the I-240 overpass). Food and beer vendors will be available.
Thursday, April 9, 2015
The Asheville Downtown Association Creates New Media Showcase
The Asheville Downtown Association presents Downtown Digital: A New Media Arts Showcase. Downtown Digital will feature works by digital media artists in a one-night showcase at The Center for Craft, Creativity and Design’s covered parking lot at 67 Broadway on Thursday, April 16 from 7-10 PM.
Student, emerging and professional artists have submitted work including single channel projections, short films and abstract animations for this one-night event. The Asheville Downtown Association worked with the Asheville Area Arts Council, UNCA and The Center for Craft, Creativity and Design to create a concept to display digital media, which may be replicated for future events in Downtown Asheville NC. Downtown Digital is also supported by the Buncombe County Community Recreation Grant Program.
Student, emerging and professional artists have submitted work including single channel projections, short films and abstract animations for this one-night event. The Asheville Downtown Association worked with the Asheville Area Arts Council, UNCA and The Center for Craft, Creativity and Design to create a concept to display digital media, which may be replicated for future events in Downtown Asheville NC. Downtown Digital is also supported by the Buncombe County Community Recreation Grant Program.
Monday, June 9, 2014
Homegrown in the Park
June 12, 2014 Homegrown in the Park This week featuring Nikki Talley.
Free performances by local singer/songwriters each Thursday
between Memorial Day and Labor Day at Pritchard Park in downtown Asheville. Held
from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM and sponsored by 98.1 The River radio
station.
Get links for more Asheville music events on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide.
Get links for more Asheville music events on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide.
Monday, October 14, 2013
The Fall Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
U.S. Cellular Center, (the Civic Center) inDowntown Asheville
Admission: $8; children under 12 free
Setting the standard for fine craft shows since 1948, the Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands takes the stage at the U.S. Cellular Center October 17 - 20. Over 200 mountain artists who have been juried into the Southern Highland Craft Guild will fill the center selling their works of clay, glass, leather, metal, fiber, mixed media, natural materials, paper, wood, and jewelry. Styles range from contemporary to traditional.
The Fair also features craft demonstrations and, beginning on Friday, local musicians share their love of old time and bluegrass music on the arena stage.
Visit the website to view the list of juried artists by media, craft demonstrations, and the entertainment schedule.
Get a link for the Craft Fair and other local Fall events on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide.
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
Final Asheville Downtown After Five this Weekend
September 20 Downtown After Five Truth & Salvage Co. and The Blue Rags will be closing out the 25th anniversary season of Downtown After 5. Headliners, Truth & Salvage Co. got their start in Asheville as Scrappy Hamilton in 1999, and recorded their 2013 album, "Pick Me Up" at Echo Mountain Studios. The Blue Rags have been a local favorite since the late 1990s and helped to put Asheville on the musical map.
They have since played with a number of notable acts, while occasionally reuniting for a great show. Local brews from Highland Brewing Company, Pisgah Brewing, Asheville Brewing Company and French Broad Brewing Company, plus, regional favorites Sierra Nevada and SweetWater Brewing as well as national brands from Budweiser of Asheville and Empire Distributing will be on tap. Wine and water will also be available for purchase
Get links for more Asheville events and festival on the Asheville NC Guide.
They have since played with a number of notable acts, while occasionally reuniting for a great show. Local brews from Highland Brewing Company, Pisgah Brewing, Asheville Brewing Company and French Broad Brewing Company, plus, regional favorites Sierra Nevada and SweetWater Brewing as well as national brands from Budweiser of Asheville and Empire Distributing will be on tap. Wine and water will also be available for purchase
Get links for more Asheville events and festival on the Asheville NC Guide.
Sunday, June 23, 2013
Shindig on the Green Concerts begin this Weekend
June 29 - Shindig on the Green Bring your instruments, families, friends, lawn chairs and blankets and join in the good times at the new Bascom Lamar Lunsford Stage. In 2013 Shindig on the Green, which features a stage show and informal jam sessions around the park, continues at its original location -- formerly known as City County Plaza, now transformed into the new Pack Square Park.
Locals and visitors alike come together downtown "along about sundown," or at 7:00 PM for those who wear a watch, and ends around 10:00 PM. Concessions are available. Come experience the beautiful music and dance traditions of Southern Appalachia on a summer evening in the mountains.
Get Asheville lodging and complete visitor information HERE.
Locals and visitors alike come together downtown "along about sundown," or at 7:00 PM for those who wear a watch, and ends around 10:00 PM. Concessions are available. Come experience the beautiful music and dance traditions of Southern Appalachia on a summer evening in the mountains.
Get Asheville lodging and complete visitor information HERE.
Thursday, June 20, 2013
Asheville Travel Blog Offers "Insider"Tips
In addition to daily information and insights into Asheville's attractions, events and trends The Asheville Travel Blog now offers what it calls "Insider" Tips. Follow the tips and explore the places the locals enjoy.
Lexington Avenue Shopping:
Lexington Avenue is one of those iconic downtown streets with a deep roots in retail and trade. In a by-gone era the street was filled with farmer's markets and tobacco warehouses. Today you'll find cool boutiques, vintage clothing, a funky used book store and a plethora of delicious restaurants lining the road.
Every Tuesday is $5 Move Night at Fine Arts Theatre:
The Fine Arts Theatre is a downtown icon that presents first run, art and independent films in two auditoriums. Each Tuesday you can catch an indie flick for only five dollars all day long.
If you're not a fan of big budget studio films, then you will definitely enjoy the cool selection of film that play at the Fine Arts Theatre. They offer an array of art and independent films that celebrate the art of filmmaking. You can enjoy matinees and evening performances.
Daytrips for Cheese Addicts:
WNC Cheese Trail Offers Taste of Southern Culture. Taste your way across the Blue Ridge along the newly formed WNC Cheese Trail. You can sample of of the region's best handmade cheese and buy products directly from the producers. Be sure to pack a cooler to keep your dairy fresh and before heading out check the scheduled of each farm to make sure they are open to the public on the day you're traveling. Maps are available at the Asheville Visitor Center.
Break for Cheese
Here's a list of the current participants:
Lexington Avenue Shopping:
Lexington Avenue is one of those iconic downtown streets with a deep roots in retail and trade. In a by-gone era the street was filled with farmer's markets and tobacco warehouses. Today you'll find cool boutiques, vintage clothing, a funky used book store and a plethora of delicious restaurants lining the road.
Every Tuesday is $5 Move Night at Fine Arts Theatre:
The Fine Arts Theatre is a downtown icon that presents first run, art and independent films in two auditoriums. Each Tuesday you can catch an indie flick for only five dollars all day long. If you're not a fan of big budget studio films, then you will definitely enjoy the cool selection of film that play at the Fine Arts Theatre. They offer an array of art and independent films that celebrate the art of filmmaking. You can enjoy matinees and evening performances.
Daytrips for Cheese Addicts:
WNC Cheese Trail Offers Taste of Southern Culture. Taste your way across the Blue Ridge along the newly formed WNC Cheese Trail. You can sample of of the region's best handmade cheese and buy products directly from the producers. Be sure to pack a cooler to keep your dairy fresh and before heading out check the scheduled of each farm to make sure they are open to the public on the day you're traveling. Maps are available at the Asheville Visitor Center.
Break for Cheese
Here's a list of the current participants:
- Blue Ridge Creamery
- Daddy's Girl Dairy
- Heritage Homestead
- Looking Glass Creamery
- Mountain Farm
- Oakmoon Creamery
- Round Mountain Creamery
- Ripshin Goat Dairy
- Yellow Branch Cheese
Sunday, December 9, 2012
NC Holiday Event: The Nutcracker Ballet Performed in Asheville
Share an affordable family holiday experience with the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville performed at the Diana Wortham Theatre
Get a link and more information about the Nutcracker Ballet, Diana Wortham Theatre and other Asheville events and attractions on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide.
Sunday, June 3, 2012
Asheville Vacation Rental with view of Downtown
Find more information on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Today's Featured Event: 9th Annual Monford Music and Arts Festival
May 19 - Rain or Shine, Head for the 9th Annual Monford Music
and Arts Festival today in downtwon Asheville NC. This is the largest one-day FREE music and arts festival
in WNC. The event is held on two streets- Montford and Soco- with over 100
vendors of art, crafts, plants and food.
Two stages offer non stop entertainment from 20 groups and a children’s area. Located down from Asheville Visitors Center in Historic Montford with on street parking and bike corral.
Find additional local information on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide.
Two stages offer non stop entertainment from 20 groups and a children’s area. Located down from Asheville Visitors Center in Historic Montford with on street parking and bike corral.
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Don't Miss the Weaverville Art Safari this Weekend
May 12-13 Weaverville Art Safari A free, self-guided tour of artists' home studios in the scenic area surrounding the villages of Weaverville and Barnardsville, North Carolina. Weaverville is located just 10 minutes north of Asheville. Visitors are granted direct access during Safari weekends to the home studios of a wide variety of local artists and a few visiting artists. The Art Safari will be preceded, as usual, by a gala preview party & silent auction on Friday night, May 11.
Friday, May 4, 2012
Asheville Tourists will Deliver First Pitch Via Zipline
Asheville Tourists Baseball is offering a May Contest, "Zip to the Moon". Now you can soar across the tree tops with a dramatic view of downtown
Asheville. The Tourists are giving away four passes for a zipline experience at the
Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures. Plus you will also win tickets to
see an Asheville Tourists baseball game. Click here for details and to enter the contest.
The Asheville Tourists baseball team, in partnership with the Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures, have created an unprecedented way to deliver the first pitch. At each one of their home games, one lucky fan will ride a zipline from behind third base to home plate, where Tourist mascot, Mr. Moon, awaits their arrival.
Get a link and earn more about Asheville Tourists Baseball Team on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide
The Asheville Tourists baseball team, in partnership with the Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures, have created an unprecedented way to deliver the first pitch. At each one of their home games, one lucky fan will ride a zipline from behind third base to home plate, where Tourist mascot, Mr. Moon, awaits their arrival.
Get a link and earn more about Asheville Tourists Baseball Team on the Asheville NC Visitor Guide
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