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What's Good in the Hood, Asheville NC, May 22nd, 2026

NO WHERE TO WEAR

PARTY

Consider this your excuse to finally wear the outfit that’s been waiting in the back of your closet. The look that felt too bold, too extra, or too unforgettable for anywhere else was made for No Where to Wear. This is the kind of night where overdressed doesn’t exist — where sequins, vintage finds, sharp tailoring, and chaotic accessories somehow all make perfect sense. Show up as the version of yourself you usually talk yourself out of being!

Limited Tickets

HAIKU | 26 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28803

Friday, May 22nd | 7 PM - 10 PM

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CHEESE AND PICKLE

FESTIVAL

You wanted more pickles — and we heard you. This year is going all in: bigger, louder, and packed with more pickle energy than ever. Bring your bags and come hungry for a full lineup of local pickle and cheese vendors, plus games, prizes, pickle-inspired drinks, sandwiches, and plenty of fried cheese to go around.

MILLS RIVER BREWING | 336 Banner Farm Rd, Mills River, NC 28759

Saturday, May 23rd | 12 PM - 4 PM

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MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND

AT HIGHLAND BREWING

Kick off Memorial Day weekend at Highland Brewing Company with a full lineup of free live music, open-air hangs, and fresh pours all weekend long. Stretch out in the Meadow, catch the bands, and settle into four days of easygoing summer energy!

HIGHLAND BREWING COMPANY | 12 Old Charlotte Hwy, Asheville, NC 28803

Friday, May 22nd | 7 PM - 9 PM

Saturday, May 23rd | 2 PM - 5 PM

Sunday, May 24th | 2 PM - 5 PM

Monday, May 25th | 2 PM - 5 PM 

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LIVE MUSIC ON THE PATIO

AT PLANT BAR - WEST ASHEVILLE

Every Saturday in May and June, settle in on the patio for live local music from 1–5 PM in the heart of West Asheville. Sip on handcrafted coffee or tea, explore zero-proof botanical cocktails or hemp-infused drinks, and take in an easygoing afternoon of great sound, good company, and neighborhood atmosphere.

PLANT BAR - WEST ASHEVILLE | 919 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806

Saturday, May 23rd | 1 PM - 5 PM 

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POTTERY WORKSHOPS

This Memorial Day weekend, Reems Creek Pottery is hosting hands-on pottery workshops where you can choose from a rotating lineup of creative projects like succulent planters (Saturday) or a pumpkin patch set (Monday). Join a single session or take part in both, with all materials and tools included. Finished pieces will be fired in the studio and ready for pickup in about four weeks.

REEMS CREEK POTTERY | 181 Reems Creek Rd, Weaverville, NC 28787

Saturday, May 23rd |  10 AM - 11:30 AM

Monday, May 25th |  10 AM - 11:30 AM

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WNC BRIDGE

4TH ANNUAL COMMUNITY NON-PROFIT YARD SALE

WNC Bridge Foundation is bringing local nonprofits together for a community yard sale inside the WNC Bridge Thrift Store. Shop secondhand finds, support area organizations, and learn more about the work they’re doing in the community — with every participating nonprofit keeping the proceeds from their sales.

WNC BRIDGE THRIFT STORE | 75 Fairview Rd, Asheville, NC 28803

Saturday, May 23rd | 10 AM - 2 PM 

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5TH ANNUAL DOWNTOWN ASHEVILLE

MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

Memorial Day weekend brings the Downtown Asheville Festival of the Arts back to downtown Asheville with a free outdoor showcase of local and national artists. Stroll through Pack Square and explore paintings, sculpture, jewelry, glasswork, and handmade pieces across every medium in one of the country’s most art-forward cities. 

PACK SQUARE | 80 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801

Saturday, May 23rd | 10 AM - 5 PM

Sunday, May 24th | 10 AM - 5 PM 

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