YMI'S 133rd BIRTHDAY
LOVER'S LOUNGE
“In Honor of YMI’s 133rd Birthday, Lovers’ Lounge is an intimate evening of Neo-Soul, connection, and culture at the historic YMI Cultural Center. Curated for singles and couples alike, this lounge-style experience invites guests to slow down, gather, and celebrate love, legacy, and Black cultural expression in a warm, elevated atmosphere. The evening begins with a cocktail hour at 7:00 PM, creating space to mix, connect, and settle into the vibe. As the night unfolds, guests will enjoy live Neo-Soul performances by Full Effect Band.”
YMI CULTURAL CENTER | 39 S Market St, Asheville, NC 28801
Friday, February 13th | 7 PM - 9 PM
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BEAR'S BIG EASY BAZAAR!
MARDI GRAS ON THE SOUTH SLOPE!
“Let the good times roll at Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ with a full weekend of Mardi Gras fun! Enjoy a family-friendly movie night, Masquerade Market with local vendors, festive cocktails, live music, beignets, gumbo, and the ultimate pre-parade party before the Mardi Gras parade kicks off on Sunday!”
SOUTH SLOPE - ASHEVILLE | 135 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
Friday, February 13th | 5 PM - 10 PM
Saturday, February 14th | 12 PM - 3 PM
Sunday, February 15th | 11 AM - 3 PM
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VALENTINE'S DAY
“Join us for our Valentine's Day featured cocktail menu, with classics like the Chemist Espresso Martini and the Chemist Clover Club, in our beautiful speakeasy-style cocktail bar, decorated with intimate, romantic lighting and filled with plenty of tables for two. ♥️”
ANTIDOTE COCKTAIL LOUNGE | 151 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
Saturday, February 14th | 8 PM - 12 AM
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DJ LIL MEOW MEOW'S
VALENTIN'E DAY DANCE PARTY
“Forget dinner reservations and overpriced roses. This Valentine's Day, DJ Lil Meow Meow takes over Little Jumbo to spin the kind of beats that make strangers dance together, and couples fall in love all over again.”
LITTLE JUMBO BAR | 241 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801
Saturday, February 14th
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STRINGS AND THINGS
LOCAL CRAFT MARKET
“It's Valentine's Day Weekend AND Billy Strings Weekend! Spend your Valentine's Day browsing local makers, artists, and creatives at our Strings and Things Local Craft Market. Let's celebrate all the things handmade, musical, and unique.”
THE GREY EAGLE | 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
Saturday, February 14th | 11 AM
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ASHEVILLE AREA
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
“Volunteer alongside our experienced construction staff to help us build and repair homes.”
BUNCOMBE COUNTY | Year-Round
Click the link below to learn more and to sign up to volunteer!
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2026 ASHEVILLE
MARDI GRAS PARADE
Gather in South Slope to watch, or join in the parade! “We invite residents to get together with friends, neighbors, and coworkers to create high-quality, surprising, and entertaining entries, add upbeat music, and strut their stuff, tossing those ubiquitous beads to the crowd. Zaniness, political satire, and amazing displays of populist art appreciated!”
SOUTH SLOPE - ASHEVILLE | Various Locations
Sunday, February 15th
Lineup @ 12 PM | Parade Starts @ 3 PM
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