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Sep
6
Fri
Lift0ff w/ DJ’s Dimitri Henry, Daggett, and Rab!d Ron!e
September theme : COWBOYS VS ALIENS
$ ? cover 21+
Boomtown Arts & Heritage FestAVL After Party Night 1 with Check Your Head, Granola Funk Express (GFE), & DJ TopSpeed || Doors 9:30PM || Show 10PM || $27.01 Event Details and Tickets
Check Your Head – Beastie Boys Tribute Band out of Asheville, NC.
Granola Funk Express (GFE) – GFE’s music consists of positive hip-hop rhymes over a fusion of funk-based jams which expand into reggae, rock, metal, blues, and soul.
DJ TopSpeed – Indianapolis’ finest turntable wizard DJ Topspeed.
Sep
7
Sat
The festival will bring together an array of artists, musicians, and storytellers, creating an immersive experience that highlights the city’s diverse cultural tapestry. Attendees can look forward to a dynamic lineup of main stage performances, interactive workshops, heritage exhibits, and trail tours that highlight Asheville’s architectural marvels, pioneering figures, and stories of resilience. Join us for an unforgettable celebration that bridges the past and present, fostering a deeper connection to Asheville’s vibrant legacy.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2024:
Pack Square Park (11am-10pm):
Asheville Symphony in the Park, Toubab Krewe Quartet, Jonathan Scales Fourchestra, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, Ecstatic Drum & Dance + PEAK Academy & LEAF Schools & Streets Parade + Yoga in the Park + Food + Vendors + Healing Arts + Exhibits + Speakers + Projection Mapping + more!
The Block (10am-10pm):
Guided Storytelling & Trail Tours (James Vester Miller Walking Trail + Architecture Walking Trail + Asheville Music History Walking Trail) + Healing Arts + Workshops + Speakers + Exhibits + more!
Eulogy – After Party (8pm-2am):
Push/Pull + DJ Bowie + Bunsen Burner + Diastrata (Formerly Recess) + Cobrayama (Formerly Exmag)
To celebrate Asheville’s newest Trans-lead funding collective: DRIP.
This late night market and dance party will feature local artists and DJs as a benefit and kickoff party for the collective. Suggested donation $10-$20
Boomtown Arts & Heritage FestAVL After Party Night 2 with Push/Pull, DJ Bowie, Bunsen Burner, Cobrayma (formerly Exmag), & Diastrata (formerly Recess) || Doors 8PM || Show 9:30PM || $21.49 Event Details and Tickets
Got ourselves a heater! Bring your dance shoes to this one!
Sep
8
Sun
Enjoy great music by DJ Daggett and a taco bar from Sage and Spice catering $10 entry includes food. All ages welcome.
Sep
13
Fri
Eulogy and Free The Optimus Present: C. Shreve, Tab-One, DJ Jet, Juan Holladay, Freedom The 9th Wonder, and DJ Chubby Knuckles
Doors 7PM || Show 8PM || $22.18 advance. (The price you’ll pay. No surprises later.) Event Details and Tickets
*pro tip – save the fees by purchasing tickets at Burial’s bottle shop next door.
Chris Shreve is a North Carolina based MC/producer & founder of the Asheville hip-hop collective Free The Optimus. His brainchild–FTO–became an award winning group & blog era success, earning their following & relevance through an unrelenting tour & release schedule, largely driven by Shreve’s vision.
Punk-New Wave-Classic Rock & More!!! Uncle Ralph will spin us some eclectic tunes from many decades past from Mozart to Motörhead!!!
10PM
(this will follow the live goth music bands scheduled from 8PM-10PM)
$5
21+
Sep
14
Sat
Join us for the ultimate party featuring DJ Seefoe spinning the beats, along with a killer performance by Shawn Paris and special guests Lord Lhus, Grandaddy Lo, and Dusty Dial!
$10 + Adv/ $15 DOS
Sep
15
Sun
Ther’ll be western, honky tonk, vintage and hand crafted finds galore. Live DJ set and food on site.
Brought to you in partnership with Wedge Studios and The Radical Hotel, this FREE event features 10+ hours of music, art, and wellness with top Southeast DJs, plus delicious food and drinks from local favorites like The Radical, Bottle Riot, and Wedge Brewing.
All day dance party with music provided by:
Cpt. HyperDrive (All Original Set)
w/ special guest dj’s and surprises
$27 adv/$30 + door
Sep
17
Tue
Karaoke and Zero Proof Alternative Tuesday with Non alcoholic beverages and cannibas infused drinks. There will also be a Mexican food truck and alcoholic beverages available.
Sep
18
Wed
We celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
Salsa AVL will be teaching salsa class – followed by hours of Latin dance music!
Las Montañitas brings the Andes to the Appalachians. Drawing heavily from the Chicha Cumbia scene that emerged in Peru in the late 1960s. Dj Mtn Vibes holding down the ones & two’s 
… And delicious food by Juanita Cocina! Tacos y Tamales!
$10 cover
Kelli Frances Corrado is an experimental singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. Using vocal layers, autoharp, light percussion with field recordings (a field of swans, caves ect). With Asheville artists Blake Hornsby and Insulated Minds.
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Sep
19
Thu
Gather the squad, and let’s do this. Get ready for an epic night of beats with DJ Jammin JP.
Thursday Specials:
$10 Smashburger
$4 Draft Beer
We showcase some of the top sporting events and we also offer the best smash burgers, wings, and upscale bar food in the area. Our weekly specials and events include live music performances at least once a week, open mic, and team trivia nights that always bring fun and laughter. mudpuppiesavl.com/
beats by local DJ Griffin White
Third Thursdays at Archetype with returning Nusojourn Soundsystem, Rudy “The Artmixer”
Sep
20
Fri
Kick-off AVL Pride with DJ Ganymede!
DayTrip – A 70’s themed upscale dive!!!
Boy Howdy servin’ up Smash Burgers 4-10!
Bring your own vinyl to spin or dig through our collection!
Sep
21
Sat
$28 general admission / $48 VIP
Here’s to all things brat!
Brat summer is coming to a close and we’re celebrating with a big brat themed party. Come in your brattiest clothes – brat green is encouraged!
We’ll have temporary back tattoos, a curated playlist, sour candy bar, a photo booth, and brat (& brat adjacent) karaoke starting at 8pm.
esoteric experimental trio creating sonic dreamscapes under the guise on anonymity
“Shrek Dance Party!” DJ @bridal.parti.burcardi and @dj.bru.haus
Sep
27
Fri
The Goombay Festival was created in 1982 to celebrate the richness and diversity of the African diaspora and Asheville’s African American community.
The YMI Cultural Center is proud to be the host of this weekend festival attracting thousands to downtown Asheville each year. This FREE, family event connects community, and showcases Black culture, art, food and entertainment.
Friday, September 27, 2024
5PM – 10PM at Pack Square
5PM – Honor Ceremony
6PM – DJ Doula
7PM – DJ Mark Majors
8 PM – DJ Roselle
9PM – DJ Dayowolf
Sep
28
Sat
The Goombay Festival was created in 1982 to celebrate the richness and diversity of the African diaspora and Asheville’s African American community.
The YMI Cultural Center is proud to be the host of this weekend festival attracting thousands to downtown Asheville each year. This FREE, family event connects community, and showcases Black culture, art, food and entertainment.
Saturday, September 28, 2024
11AM – 10PM
12 PM – Honor Ceremony
1 PM – ShaAir w. Band
2PM – Theater Performance
3PM – DJ Doula
4PM – Po’ Folk
5PM – Street Sinatra
6PM – Kevin Spears
7PM – Virtuous
8PM – DJ Atreau
9PM – Blakkamoore
Come celebrate our version of Oktoberfest with us at the Funkatorium (147 Coxe Ave) on September 28th, benefitting our friends at Campaign for Southern Equality and Blue Ridge Pride! DJRexxStep from 5-10PM.
Outdoor Stage | Powered by BASSBOSS | LED Wall | 21+ | 6PM-11PM
Indoor Stage | Powered by BASSBOSS | 11PM-2AM
$17 – $35
Show: 8pm | Doors: 7pm
$17 – $23
Sep
29
Sun
The Goombay Festival was created in 1982 to celebrate the richness and diversity of the African diaspora and Asheville’s African American community.
The YMI Cultural Center is proud to be the host of this weekend festival attracting thousands to downtown Asheville each year. This FREE, family event connects community, and showcases Black culture, art, food and entertainment.
Sunday, September 29, 2024
11AM – 6PM
11AM – Honor Ceremony
2 PM – DJ Big Wave
1 PM – DJ Atreau
2PM – Afolabi Adebanjo
3PM – Song Band
5PM – Honor Ceremony
Oct
5
Sat
We are hosting a benefit on Saturday with live music (house and disco w/ live guitar, maybe an Interstellar Noise originals set thrown in there too). We’ll be giving out nonperishable food, tons of water and other hydrating drinks, etc. Please bring anything you want to donate and please take anything and everything you need. Event will be free to all but we’ll be accepting donations for local relief. That includes cash, food, water, supplies, etc.
Oct
6
Sun
This Sunday from 2 PM to 6:30 PM we are at SLY GROG setting up our open mic, vendors, possible food trucks, fire/ spinners/performance artists, AS WELL AS information exchanges, supply drop and exchanges, clothing giveaways.
Oct
18
Fri
In the aftermath of the storm, we invite you to gather for the Asheville Storm Decompression, a day of music, movies, and community support for victims and volunteers. We are incredibly grateful to have Sly Grog Lounge as our haven during these difficult times, providing a space to unite and heal. Sly Grog has always been a place for community, and now, more than ever, we’re thankful for their generosity in helping us come together.
Oct
20
Sun
River Arts District Market, where local artists and vendors who have lost everything due to Hurricane Helene are able to hold a pop-up in the field next to All Souls Pizza.
Please come on out and support our community as we come together to support and rebuild.
Oct
23
Wed
FREE FAMILY SHOW in West Asheville on Wednesday, yall! Come and celebrate the amazing community that this town has. Although the storm was apocalyptic, the recovery is downright inspiring. Feel free to share with all your friends and fam, whether they got kids or not!
You sing, they dance
21+ // $
Oct
24
Thu
Thursday night karaoke with Terraoke.
See ya tonight.
Come on out and enjoy some music with our house DJ. Til 1am on Friday & Saturday
Oct
26
Sat
Join us for a benefit event at The Mule at Devil’s Foot Beverage on Saturday, October 26, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.. This pop-up, for our Asheville-area friends, is a gathering in support of artists who are serving their communities. Artists are paid from the LEAF Artist Relief Fund. Join us for family-friendly events all day: live music on two stages, Easel Rider, dance, instrument petting zoo, vendors, LEAF Love, and more. By donation at the door.
Join the Sirkus (you’ve always wanted to!) for a uniquely local experience of performance, art vendors, food, beer, spirits and more! surrealsirkus.com
Join us on Saturday from 1-5 for killer German beer, Bretzals from @undergroundbaking, music from @hotbreadselectors, and all of your favorite Oktoberfest games! :: We are excited to ‘fest with you another year. :: Prost! ::
