Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.

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Sunday, May 4, 2025
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
May 4 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Join us for an unforgettable night of epic music and cinematic magic as The Greenville Symphony Orchestra presents Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in concert. The concert will be led by conductor Thiago Tiberio on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.

Tickets are available at the GSP International Airport Box Office located at the arena from the on sale through show day while supplies last. Box Office hours vary but we are generally open M-F 10AM-2PM.

Shakey Graves: And The War Came
May 4 @ 8:00 pm
The Orange Peel
Shakey Graves: And The War Came – 10th Anniversary Tour with Ruby Waters
Saturday, May 03 and Sunday, May 04. 
Show: 8pm | Doors: 7pm
The Orange Peel
Ages 18+
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Linkin Park: From Zero World Tour
May 8 @ 7:30 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

LINKIN PARK: From Zero World Tour – 2025 with special guest grandson

Friday, May 9, 2025
The R&B Invitation Tour
May 9 @ 8:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

 

Sunday, May 11, 2025
The Greenville Symphony presents Season Finale: Beethoven and Brazil
May 11 @ 3:00 pm
Peace Concert Hall

Peace Concert Hall
Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 pm
Sunday, May 11 at 3:00 pm

PROGRAM
Jessie Montgomery: Starburst
João Guilherme Ripper: Cinco Poemas de Vinicius de Moraes
Ludwig van Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F major, “Pastoral”

Join us for the grand finale of our season with a captivating concert that celebrates the enduring legacy of Beethoven alongside the vibrant rhythms of Brazil. From the cosmic brilliance of Jessie Montgomery’s Starburst to the lyrical beauty of João Guilherme Ripper’s Cinco Poemas de Vinicius de Moraes, this is a journey of musical exploration and cultural fusion. Our season finale culminates with the timeless majesty of Beethoven’s “Pastoral” Symphony, transporting you to the serene landscapes of the countryside.

GUEST
Tess Altiveros, soprano

Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Season Finale with Roberto Díaz, Peter Wiley, and The Erinys Quartet • Curtis on Tour
May 13 @ 7:30 pm
Brevard Music Center

Season Finale with Roberto Díaz, Peter Wiley, and The Erinys Quartet • Curtis on Tour

Season Finale with Roberto Díaz, Peter Wiley, and The Erinys Quartet • Curtis on Tour
May 13 @ 7:30 pm
Brevard Music Center

Conclude the Parker Concert Hall 2024-25 Series with a triumphant performance by Roberto Díaz, Peter Wiley, and The Erinys Quartet from the famed Curtis Institute of Music. The concert embodies our aspiration for excellence and collaboration featuring world-class artists working alongside outstanding students. Curtis on Tour showcases the finest talents in the country, providing an unforgettable season finale.

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Tedeschi Trucks Band
May 14 @ 7:30 pm
Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville

Tedeschi Trucks Band(TTB) is a Grammy Award-winning 12-piece rock and soul powerhouse that holds the well-deserved reputation as one of the best live acts touring today. Led by husband & wife, guitarist Derek Trucks and singer/guitarist Susan Tedeschi – hailed as “two of the best roots rock musicians of their generation” (NPR), the 12-piece Tedeschi Trucks Band is known globally for their unmistakable sound and world-class musicianship that seamlessly blends distinctive genres of American music.

Since forming in 2010, Tedeschi Trucks Band’s caravan has traveled countless miles to bring their music to audiences around the world. With a large catalog that spans rock, blues, jazz and even country, no setlist is ever the same, leaving their ever-growing fan base of all-ages returning again and again for electrifying performances. In the fall of 2023, Tedeschi Trucks Band played a pair of career-defining arena shows at TD Garden in Boston and a sold out Madison Square Garden in New York City. Dubbed “The Garden Parties” the pair of gigs saw praise from Relix who raved of the group’s “seasoned grace and artistry.”  From sold-out multi-night residencies across America to tours through Europe and Japan, to their flagship annual summer amphitheater tours, the band’s shows are an eagerly anticipated highlight of the live music calendar and “nothing short of exhilarating” (Salon).

 

Saturday, May 17, 2025
Saluda Arts Festival
May 17 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Historic Downtown Saluda

The Saluda Downtown Foundation is proud to celebrate Saluda’s heritage and art culture at the 20th anniversary of the Saluda Arts Festival. Stretching along historic and charming Main Street, every art media is represented in this popular annual event including paintings, pottery, metal work, woodwork, jewelry, sculptures, fiber, and more. Live music, Children’s Tent, Family Fun. Event is held on Historic Main Street, Saluda, NC 28773, May 17, 2025, 10am to 4pm.

Breaking Benjamin + Staind – Awaken The Fallen Tour
May 17 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Breaking Benjamin + Staind – Awaken The Fallen Tour With special guests Wage War, Lakeview. 

Songs from the Road Band
May 17 @ 7:30 pm
Hendersonville Theater

Hendersonville Theatre is excited to present Songs From The Road Band as part of May’s Hometown Sound Music Series. This award-winning Asheville-based bluegrass ensemble is redefining the genre with their exceptional musicianship and heartfelt performances. Featuring Mark Schimick (mandolin), Charles Humphrey III (bass), Sam Wharton (guitar), James Schlender (fiddle), and Gabe Epstein (banjo), the band has an impressive six-album catalog, including their latest release, Pay Your Dues. Known for their energetic live shows, they seamlessly blend tight three-part harmonies, improvisational jams, and a mix of original tracks with fan-favorite covers, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all.

Thursday, May 22, 2025
Memorial Day Concert 2025
May 22 @ 6:30 pm
Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville

On Thursday, May 22, 2025, A.C. Reynolds High School our annual Memorial Day concert along with the ACRHS Chorus and ROTC.

Saturday, May 24, 2025
The Greenville Symphony presents Bach Inspired with violist Kathryn Dey
May 24 @ 7:30 pm
Gunter Theatre

Gunter Theatre
Saturday, May 24 at 7:30 pm
Sunday, May 25 at 3:00 pm

PROGRAM

Johann Sebastian Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G major
Henri Casadesus: Concerto in C minor in the Style of J.C. Bach for Viola and Strings
Camargo Guarnieri: Concerto para cordas e percussão
Edvard Grieg: Holberg Suite

GUEST

Kathryn Dey, Principal Viola

Sunday, May 25, 2025
The Greenville Symphony presents Bach Inspired with violist Kathryn Dey
May 25 @ 3:00 pm
Gunter Theatre

Gunter Theatre
Saturday, May 24 at 7:30 pm
Sunday, May 25 at 3:00 pm

Program includes: Johann Sebastian Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G major,
Henri Casadesus: Concerto in C minor in the Style of J.C. Bach for Viola and Strings,
Camargo Guarnieri: Concerto para cordas e percussão, Edvard Grieg: Holberg Suite.

Guest, Kathryn Dey, Principal Viola

Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Styx & Kevin Cronin + Don Felder The Brotherhood of Rock Tour
May 28 @ 6:45 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Catch Styx & Kevin Cronin (former lead singer/songwriter of REO Speedwagon) + Don Felder (formerly of The Eagles) at Bon Secours Wellness Arena 5/28! Tickets for The Brotherhood of Rock Tour go on sale this Friday 12/13 @ 10AM
Tickets are available at the GSP International Airport Box Office located at the arena from the on sale through show day while supplies last. Box Office hours vary but we are generally open M-F 10AM-2PM.

Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Chris Stapleton’s All-American Road Show 2025
Jun 4 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Chris Stapleton’s All-American Road Show 2025 is coming to Bon Secours Wellness Arena on 6/4 with special guest Nikki Lane! Tickets on sale Friday, Jan 17th @ 10AM.

Tickets are available at the GSP International Airport Box Office located at the arena from the on sale through show day while supplies last. Box Office hours vary but we are generally open M-F 10AM-2PM.

Saturday, June 21, 2025
70s Kids Solid Gold Tribute Band
Jun 21 @ 7:30 pm
Hendersonville Theater

Hendersonville Theatre presents the 70s Kids Solid Gold Tribute Band as it’s June Hometown Sound concert. Get ready to boogie back in time with the 70’s Kids, the high-energy, power-packed six-piece dance band that brings the iconic music of the 1970s to life! Specializing in disco, pop, rock, and yacht rock, they deliver an authentic 70s experience, complete with vibrant costumes, fun props, and an electrifying stage show that will have you dancing in the aisles all night long.

Friday, June 27, 2025
Travis Tritt in Concert
Jun 27 @ 7:30 pm
Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium

Travis Tritt in concert at the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium.

Friday, July 4, 2025
Asheville Tourist vs. Greenville Drive
Jul 4 @ 6:30 pm
McCormick Field

Head on out to the ballgame at McCormick Field. Asheville is taking on Greenville Drive. Game starts at 6:35pm.

Wednesday, August 6, 2025
The Glenn Miller Orchestra
Aug 6 @ 7:00 pm
Wortham Center for Performing Arts

The Glenn Miller Orchestra — POSTPONED, NEW DATE

UPDATE: The Glenn Miller Orchestra performance previously scheduled for October 30, 2024 is rescheduled for August 6, 2025. Tickets already purchased will automatically be transferred to the new date.


Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 7 p.m.

(Previous date: Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.)

“In The Mood” for swing music? The most popular and sought after big band of all time returns to Asheville at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts for one night only! On October 30, The World-Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra will perform their greatest hits, including “In The Mood”, “Chattanooga Choo Choo”, “American Patrol”, “A String Of Pearls”, “Little Brown Jug”, “Pennsylvania 6-5000”, “Tuxedo Junction”, and of course their theme song “Moonlight Serenade” as they continue their national tour.

The 17 member orchestra, their lead singers and vocal group will perform their catalog of big band classics just the way they would have over 80 years ago when Glenn Miller stood in front of his band. It is a show that continues to transport audiences back in time and is as nostalgic as it is exciting.

Touring continuously since 1956, The Glenn Miller Orchestra is featured in over 200 concerts and dances per year. Each performance includes the timeless classics that made them famous the world over in a show that has moved audiences for generations.

Saturday, August 23, 2025
HarvestFest Supporting ASAP
Aug 23 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Olivette Riverside Community and Farm

Join us at Olivette’s Riverside Park on Saturday August 23rd for a very special benefit show in support of ASAP’s Double SNAP for Fruits and Vegetables program. HarvestFest is a celebration of local farmers, community and music. Doors open at 3pm with family games and activities and live music.
In honor of our local farmers and all they do to sustain our community, all farmers and their families will have free entry to the event. All ticket proceeds will go towards the ASAP Double SNAP for Fruits and Vegetables program.

Leanne Morgan: Just Getting Started
Aug 23 @ 3:00 pm
Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville

Leanne Morgan is coming to the ExploreAsheville.com Arena at Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville on August 23-24, 2025 for three performances.

Leanne Morgan: Just Getting Started
Aug 23 @ 7:00 pm
Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville

Leanne Morgan is coming to the ExploreAsheville.com Arena at Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville on August 23-24, 2025 for three performances.

Leon Timbo & the Family Band
Aug 23 @ 7:30 pm
Hendersonville Theater

Hendersonville Theatre welcomes Leon Timbo & the Family Band as August’s intimate HT’s Hometown Sound Music Series concert! For country-soul singer-songwriter Leon Timbo, music is used as a form of growth and healing. Timbo’s country sound incorporates equal measures of vintage soul, gospel, folk, R&B, and even modern blues making for a unique experience that some have described as “transparent soul.”

Sunday, August 24, 2025
Leanne Morgan: Just Getting Started
Aug 24 @ 7:00 pm
Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville

Leanne Morgan is coming to the ExploreAsheville.com Arena at Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville on August 23-24, 2025 for three performances.

Friday, September 12, 2025
Los Tigres del Norte
Sep 12 @ 8:30 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Los Tigres Del Norte has been rescheduled for September 12, 2025! All tickets for the 2024 show are valid for the new date. If you can not attend the new event Ticketmaster allows for a 30-day refund window. The refund window will be open now until January 5, 2025

If tickets were purchased in person at the box office they must be returned for a refund by 1PM January 5. This week’s box office hours are:

If tickets were purchased via Ticketmaster, use your Ticketmaster account to request a refund. Any refunds requested after January 5 at midnight, may not be honored. If you had any issues requesting a refund previously, try again.

Saturday, September 20, 2025
Blair Crimmins & The Hooker
Sep 20 @ 7:30 pm
Hendersonville Theater

Hendersonville Theatre welcomes Blair Crimmins & The Hooker as September’s intimate HT’s Hometown Sound Music Series concert! Blair Crimmins & The Hookers bring the magic of 1920s ragtime and Dixieland jazz to life with a touch of rock and roll.

Starting his music career in Atlanta, Georgia, Crimmins set out with a mission: to introduce the sounds of classic American jazz to new audiences. Playing small rock clubs around the Southeast, he developed a style that is deeply rooted in the past yet undeniably contemporary. Today, the band’s electrifying performances have captivated audiences across the U.S. and abroad, including tours in Italy and festival stages alongside renowned acts like Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Old Crow Medicine Show.

Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Mt Joy: 2025 HOPE WE HAVE FUN Tour
Sep 24 @ 8:00 pm
Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville
This event has a no-seat open floor general admission and reserved seats for Section 200s. Only guests will with GA tickets will be permitted on the floor. Reserved seats are only permitted on the concourse level.
Saturday, October 4, 2025
7th Annual Greenville Blues Festival
Oct 4 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

The Blues Is Alright Tour comes to the Bon Secours Wellness Arena with the 7th Annual Greenville Blues Festival on Saturday, October 4 at 7:00 p.m. The Blues is musical storytelling filled with stark emotion and a revolving reality check. It’s authentically raw; transforming tragedy, adversity, and heartache into a visceral and cathartic experience. This special night of emotive lyrics and guitar-driven accompaniment features performances by Tucka, King George, Pokey Bear, Lenny Williams, Theodis Ealey, and J-Wonn

Thursday, October 16, 2025
Keith Urban High and Alive World Tour
Oct 16 @ 7:00 pm
Bon Secours Wellness Arena

Keith Urban is bringing the HIGH AND ALIVE WORLD TOUR with special guests Chase Matthew, Alana Springsteen and Karley Scott Collinsto to Bon Secours Wellness Arena 10/16! Tickets on sale Friday 12/13 @ 10AM.

Tickets are available at the GSP International Airport Box Office located at the arena from the on sale through show day while supplies last. Box Office hours vary but we are generally open M-F 10AM-2PM.