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What's Good in the Hood, Asheville NC, July 17th, 2026

 

ALL JAMMED UP FEST

AT ONE WORLD WEST

All Jammed Up Fest returns with an expanded two-night lineup featuring headliners Kendall Street Company and Sicard Hollow, along with a mix of touring acts and Asheville favorites. Celebrate live music, local vendors, and community as you enjoy a weekend of dancing, great performances, and unforgettable festival vibes.

ONE WORLD BREWING WEST | 520 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806

Saturday, July 18th - Sunday, July 19th      

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NATIONAL ICE CREAM DAY

AT THE HOP

The Hop is celebrating National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 19, with an early 10 AM opening, limited-edition frozen treats, a chance to win a $100 gift card to The Hop & Pop Bubble Tea, and free stickers for the first 50 guests at each location while supplies last.

THE HOP | 721 Haywood Rd, Asheville | NC 28806, 640 Merrimon Ave #103, Asheville, NC 28804 | 114 Cherry St, Black Mountain, NC 28711

Sunday, July 19th | 10 AM - 10 PM      

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FIFA WORLD CUP FINAL

WATCH PARTY

Bear's Smokehouse BBQ is the place to catch the FIFA World Cup Final on July 19. Watch the championship match live on the big screen while enjoying smoked BBQ, cold Modelo, giveaways, and an energetic atmosphere filled with fellow soccer fans.

BEAR'S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ | 135 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC 28801

Sunday, July 19th | 3 PM - 5 PM       

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PATIO SHOW

STARSEER

Enjoy an evening of live music from Asheville's own Starseer, a local rock band known for its electrifying performances and powerful sound. Blending influences from classic rock, post-punk, and grunge, Starseer delivers soaring guitar solos, driving rhythms, and high-energy shows that keep audiences engaged from start to finish.

THE GREY EAGLE MUSIC HALL AND PUB | 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC 28801

Friday, July 17th | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM       

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CHALK IT UP!

Stroll through downtown Hendersonville during the annual Chalk It Up! festival and discover vibrant sidewalk art created by more than 150 artists of all ages. Explore local shops, vote for your favorite chalk masterpieces, and enjoy one of the city's most colorful community traditions.

DOWNTOWN HENDERSONVILLE, NC | Main Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792

Saturday, July 18th | 8:30 AM - 11 AM        

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2026 SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE

PACK AND SORT EVENT - AT THE END OF JULY

Help local students start the school year prepared by volunteering at United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County's Pack & Sort Event, sponsored by Aeroflow Health. Volunteers will help organize supplies, pack backpacks, and prepare them for distribution to students across Buncombe County. Every backpack packed helps equip a student for a successful school year.

Multiple shifts available.

Visit the link below to sign up!

HARRAH'S CHEROKEE CENTER - ASHEVILLE | Lower Exhibition Hall, 44 Hiawassee St, AVL, NC 28801 | 87 Haywood St, Asheville, NC 28801

Tuesday, July 28th & Wednesday, July 29th       

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THE CRAFT FAIR

OF THE SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS

The Southern Highland Craft Guild’s Craft Fair returns to Asheville’s Harrah’s Cherokee Center with 100+ juried artisans showcasing handmade ceramics, jewelry, woodwork, textiles, glass, and more.

Admission is $12. Children under 12 are free.

HARRAH'S CHEROKEE CENTER - ASHEVILLE | 87 Haywood St, Asheville, NC 28801 

Friday, July 17th - Sunday, July 19th | 10 AM - 5 PM       

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    Community is the true heart of real estate, and we’re all about getting out of the house and enjoying what this awesome city has to offer. Find something fun to do so you can take a quick break from house hunting!