18TH ANNUAL
ASHEVILLE COMEDY FESTIVAL
The 18th Annual Asheville Comedy Festival returns with more than 20 of the country's top rising comedians, plus a special headlining performance by legendary comic Tom Rhodes. Known for showcasing future stars, the festival brings world-class comedy, industry attention, and unforgettable performances to the heart of Asheville.
DIANA WORTHAM THEATRE | 18 Biltmore Ave. Asheville, NC 28801
Friday, August 7th - Saturday, August 8th | 7:30 PM
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BLUEGRASS BRUNCH
Make Sunday your favorite day of the week with live bluegrass from The Bluegrass Brunch Boys, featuring Andrew Wakefield, James Schlender, Adam Bachman, and Zachary Dyke. Grab a Bloody Mary or mimosa and enjoy a delicious brunch alongside Jack's signature pub favorites.
JACK OF THE WOOD PUB | 95 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
Sunday, August 9th | 12 PM - 2 PM
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AVL SOUNDS FEST
AVL Sounds Fest brings four days of live music to venues across Asheville, featuring hundreds of performances from local favorites and nationally touring artists. Grab a wristband and experience one of the region's biggest celebrations of live music. A portion of ticket proceeds benefits the WNC Long Haul – Hurricane Helene Recovery and Resilience Fund.
Visit the link below to view the performance schedule and to purchase tickets!
VARIOUS LOCATIONS | Asheville, North Carolina
Friday, August 7th - Sunday, August 9th
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AVL SOUNDS FEST
CHEEKS
Fleetwoods | 496 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
Friday, August 7th | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
SHORTY CAN'T EAT BOOKS
Barley's | 42 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
Friday, August 7th | 8 PM - 9 PM
RAHM & CAROMIA
One World West | 520 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
Saturday, August 8th | 5 PM - 6 PM
DOWNTOWN ARTS DISTRICT'S
FIRST FRIDAYS
Explore downtown’s creative scene during First Friday with art, live music, and more! Stop by Horse + Hero for artwork on display and a performance by Joshua Carpenter Etc. Pick up a Passport Card and discover galleries, exhibits, workshops, and local artists throughout the Downtown Art District.
DOWNTOWN ASHEVILLE & HORSE + HERO | 14 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
Friday, August 7th | 5 PM - 8 PM
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EARLY LEARNING CENTER
PLAYGROUND REFRESH
Join the Irene Wortham Center for a playground improvement project that helps create a safer, more welcoming outdoor space for children. Volunteers will assist with moving, spreading, and leveling fresh mulch throughout the Early Learning Center playground, and help tidy the area once the work is complete.
IRENE WORTHAM CENTER | 916 W Chapel Rd, Asheville, NC 28803
Visit the link below to view volunteer shifts & responsibilities & to sign up!
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UNITED FOR YOUTH
BLOCK PARTY
Celebrate the strength and spirit of our community at this FREE family-friendly event! Asheville and Buncombe County youth, families, neighbors, and community partners will come together for a day filled with activities, live music, performances, food trucks, and local vendors. Join United for Youth as we celebrate connection, community, and the joy that brings us all together
PACK SQUARE PARK | 80 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801
Friday, August 7th | 5 PM - 8 PM
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