GO: 17th Annual Asheville Comedy Festival
“Featuring over 30 of the fastest-rising comedians from across the U.S. These hand-picked performers represent the next wave of comedy, from sharp observational wits to boundary-pushing storytellers. Every showcase features different comedians. No two shows are the same!”
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts | 18 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
Friday & Saturday, August 8th & 9th | 7:30 - 9:30 PM
EAT: Mamacitas
“Established in 2004, Mamacita’s Taqueria is a locally-owned family business, serving up fresh, made-from-scratch Mexican cuisine in a casual, convenient downtown Asheville location. We have been loved by our community since we opened, and have been voted Best Burrito, Best Taco, Best Mexican Restaurant in Asheville by local readers for over a decade!”
Open: Monday - Thursday 11:30 AM -9 PM | Friday 11:30 AM - 10 PM | Saturday 10:30 AM - 10 PM | Sunday 10:30 AM - 9 PM
77 Biltmore Ave Ste 101 Asheville, NC 28801
DRINK: Mid-Summer Bash
“We’re throwing a summer party and you’re invited! Join us at the RAD Beer Garden for a full day of live music, summer treats, cold drinks, and good vibes.”
Hi-Wire RAD Beer Garden | 284 Lyman St. Asheville, NC 28801
Saturday, August 9th | 12 PM - 9 PM
LISTEN: Acoustic Corner 25th Anniversary Celebration
“This event celebrates 25 years of business with live music, food, cold beverages, and an instrument raffle to benefit two amazing music education initiatives in our area.”
Pisgah Brewing Co. | 2948 US Highway 70 W, Black Mountain, NC 28711
Sunday, August 10th | 4 PM
ARTS: Plein Air Painting in the Gardens
“There is no better way to relax and connect with your creative side and nature than en plein air painting. In this class, artist Erika Busse will teach you how to paint an original Appalachian inspired artwork outside at the beautiful North Carolina Arboretum.”
The North Carolina Arboretum | 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806
Saturday, August 9th | 9 AM - 11 AM
Volunteer: Read 2 Succeed
“Recruiting volunteer reading tutors to commit to one student for the full school year, meeting with them twice a week during or after school. Our tutors are trained, supported, and deeply connected to a network of people committed to literacy justice and educational equity in our community.”
Scan the QR code to learn more and to volunteer!
COMMUNITY: Sourwood Festival
“This two-day festival is a celebration of our bees and locally-produced sourwood honey, offering a vibrant atmosphere filled with arts and crafts, music, food, and family-friendly fun.”
Black Mountain | Honeycutt, Black Mountain, NC 28711
Saturday & Sunday, August 9th & 10th