WNC
PARADE OF HOMES
The WNC Parade of Homes, presented by Warmstead, is back. Take a free, self-guided tour of new builds and renovations across Asheville, Hendersonville, Brevard, Black Mountain, Weaverville, and beyond, and meet the builders behind them. Can’t make it in person? Every home also offers a virtual tour. Plan your visit at WNCParadeofHomes.com.
VARIOUS LOCATIONS
Saturday, October 17th | 11 AM - 5 PM
Sunday, October 18th | 11 AM - 5 PM
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ANIMAL HAVEN OF ASHEVILLE'S
FALL FUNDRAISER
Enjoy a vegan buffet with dessert, plus beer, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks. Dance to live music from Southern Style Band, bid on local art and goods in the silent auction, and meet more than 60 rescued animals around the sanctuary. The thrift store will also be open. Tickets are $25 online or $30 at the door, and kids under 12 are free. Every dollar supports food, shelter, medical care, and enrichment for the animals.
ANIMAL HAVEN OF ASHEVILLE | 65 Lower Grassy Branch Rd, Asheville, NC 28805
Sunday, October 18th | 1 PM - 5 PM
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DELI AFTER DARK II
BIRTHDAY EDITION
Dinner turns into a dance party! We’re celebrating our first birthday by clearing the tables and packing the dining room with DJs, disco, and dancing. The bar stays open until midnight with wine, beer, spritzes, and Spaghetts. RSVP ahead to skip the line, and bring $5-10 for the DJs. Sparkles and Euro summer style encouraged!
FINEST - DELI, DINING, DRINKS | 794 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
Saturday, October 17th | 10 PM - 12 AM
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PATIO SHOW
THE 40, 20, 10S
Born in Asheville during the pandemic, this Americana band started with a simple idea: life is short, so have fun. Galen Holland, Springs Wade, Donny Brazile, Jayson Tomlin, and Josh Gibbs craft nostalgic, cinematic songs built for open roads and car radios.
GREY EAGLE PATIO STAGE | 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
Friday, October 16th | 4:30 PM - 6 PM
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CRAFT FAIR
OF THE SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS
Meet the makers who shape clay, wood, glass, and fiber by hand. Discover extraordinary craft you won’t find anywhere else, and bring home an heirloom to treasure for generations. Stroll through more than 100 juried artists, watch live demonstrations as each piece comes to life, and enjoy music throughout the day.
HARRAH'S CHEROKEE CENTER ASHEVILLE | 87 Haywood St, Asheville, NC 28801
Friday - Sunday, October 16th - 18th | 10 AM - 5 PM
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ABCCM CRISIS MINISTRY
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT MARKET
Help neighbors across Buncombe County access free food and essential resources while building a stronger community. Volunteers sort and stock donations, help shoppers find what they need, and pitch in with setup and teardown.
Visit the link below to learn more and to sign up for volunteer shifts!
GROVE ST COMMUNITY CENTER | 36 Grove St, Asheville, NC 28801
2nd Friday of Each Month
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IRENE WORTHAM CENTER
FALL FESTIVAL
Get ready for an afternoon of seasonal fun and delicious food, all for a great cause! Bring the whole family to enjoy tasty treats from Benny’s Pizza and Pelican’s Snoballs food trucks, bouncy houses, games, raffles and giveaways, free popcorn, and pumpkin decorating. Browse local vendors while the kids play, and make a day of it. There’s something for everyone!
IRENE WORTHAM CENTER | 916 W Chapel Rd, Asheville, NC 28803
Saturday, October 17th | 11 AM - 3 PM
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