MISFIT SCIENCE THEATER
The Asheville Film Festival returns at the Asheville Masonic Temple in downtown Asheville. Now in its second year since its 2025 relaunch, the festival celebrates innovative local and regional filmmakers through a weekend of short films, filmmaker Q&As, workshops, and an awards gala.
Visit the link below to view the film schedule and to purchase tickets!
ASHEVILLE PIZZA AND BREWING | 675 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC 28804
Friday, August 28th | 8 PM - 9:30 PM
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THE POETRY & PAINT EXPERIENCE
FRIDAY NIGHT VIBES
Friday Night Vibes brings art, music, poetry, games, vendors, and community together for a one-of-a-kind evening hosted by Bes & Destro. Guests can mingle, create, shop, enjoy the open mic, and grab a hot dog from Gleezy Hot Dogs while soaking up the vibes.
HI-WIRE BREWING SOUTH SLOPE BREWPUB | 197 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
Friday, August 28th | 6 PM - 8 PM
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ROOFTOP OASIS
END OF SUMMER BASH
Close out summer in style at Antidote’s End of Summer Bash on the Rooftop Oasis! Enjoy live music from Pleasantly Wild, a DJ set by DJ Nex Millen, a delicious pig roast from Black Bear’s BBQ, and a handcrafted signature cocktail from Antidote as you soak up the tropical vibes above downtown Asheville. $5 cover at the door. Tropical attire encouraged!
ANTIDOTE AT CHEMIST SPIRITS | 151 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
Saturday, August 29th | 6 PM - 11 PM
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PROM NIGHT 1985
CONCERT
Asheville Beer Choir is throwing it back to 1985 with big harmonies, ’80s hits, and a dance floor! Guests can dress in their best retro looks, grab a drink, sing along, dance, and snap a photo at the prom backdrop. Tickets are $10 and include one raffle ticket; additional tickets are $5. Raffle proceeds support Asheville Beer Choir’s community music programs.
WICKED WEED FUNKATORIUM | 147 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
Saturday, August 29th | 4 PM - 7 PM
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HISTORY OF ASHEVILLE STREET ART & MURALS
EXHIBIT CLOSING RECEPTION
Celebrate Asheville’s vibrant street art history at the closing reception for Buncombe County Special Collections’ Carolina Record Shop exhibit, featuring work from 29 artists spanning five decades. Meet the artists, enjoy light refreshments, and check out the graffiti “Free Wall” where you can leave your own mark.
PACK MEMORIAL LIBRARY - SPECIAL COLLECTIONS READING ROOM | 2 S Pack Square, Asheville, NC 28801
Friday, August 28th | 3 PM - 5 PM
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UNITED WAY
HELP MOVE HURRICANE HELENE SURVIVORS INTO TEMPORARY HOUSING
Help Hurricane Helene survivors take the next step toward rebuilding. Volunteers are needed to assist families moving into temporary homes while their permanent residences are repaired. No experience is required—just bring your time, energy, and willingness to help. Lend a hand moving boxes and furniture, loading storage units, and helping families settle into their temporary homes.
Saturday, August 29th | 1 PM - 4 PM
Visit the link below to learn more and to sign up for volunteer shifts!
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LEGACY NEIGHBORHOODS COALITION
FESTIVAL
The Legacy Neighborhoods Coalition Festival is a free, two-day celebration of Asheville’s legacy neighborhoods: Burton Street, East End/Valley Street, Emma, Shiloh, and Southside. Enjoy live music, local food, art, storytelling, family activities, and community connection while honoring the people and traditions that helped shape Asheville. Come celebrate the legacy and help shape its future.
MEMORIAL STADIUM | 32 Buchanan Pl, Asheville, NC 28801
Friday, August 28th | 6 PM - 9:30 PM
Saturday, August 29th | 12 PM - 10 PM
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