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| Saluda |
| Dates: |
20th
10 am - 7 pm |
| Title: |
Saluda Arts Festival and Concert |
| Desc: |
The third annual Saluda Arts Festival promises
to be the best one yet with over 50 regional
Artists and Crafters presenting. Stick around
for the live band in the evening and find out
who wins the Best Booth and Best of Show Awards!
828-817-2876 |
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| Asheville |
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| Dates: |
2nd |
| Title: |
SUDS, the Rockin' 60s Musical |
| Desc: |
Diana Wortham Theatre Mainstage Theatre Series,
8:00p.m., $28, Senior $26, Student $23, Child
$10. www.dwtheatre.com |
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| Dates: |
6th 8pm |
| Title: |
Kate Clinton |
| Desc: |
Diana Wortham Theatre Encore Series. This self-described "faith-based,
tax-paying, America-loving political humorist" guarantees
a knee slappin' good time. |
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| Dates: |
6th, 7th |
| Title: |
American Rhododendron Society SE Chapter Annual
Show & Plant Sale |
| Desc: |
North Carolina Arboretum: These blooms must
be seen to be believed. Displays and nurserymen
selling rhododendron, azalea and companion plants.828-665-2492 |
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| Dates: |
7th 7pm |
| Title: |
Sarah Morrow Quartet |
| Desc: |
Diana Wortham Theatre. An evening of Jazz with
acclaimed bassist Sarah Morrow. Sponsored by
the Western North Carolina Jazz Society. |
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| Dates: |
12th-14 7pm |
| Title: |
The Firebird |
| Desc: |
Diana Wortham Theatre. Enjoy the Asheville
Ballet's production of The Firebird. |
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| Dates: |
12th-28th |
| Title: |
Bachelor Pad |
| Desc: |
This will be performed by the Asheville Community
Theatre. By Ted Swindley. Directed by Ted Swindley,
Musical Direction by Vicki Masters. A hip new
musical, by the creator of Always ... Patsy Cline
celebrating the lounge music of the 60s. Based
on a short story from the Playboy Adviser by
renowned New York Times columnist William Safire,
Bachelor Pad follows the exploits of a young
bachelor during the period of American culture
known for lava lamps and kidney shaped coffee
tables. Sure to be a hit! 828-254-1320. |
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| Dates: |
13th |
| Title: |
Dahlia and Chrysanthemum Societies Annual Tuber & Plant
Sale |
| Desc: |
North Carolina Arboretum: A diverse array of
dahlia tubers and starters and the finest mum
cuttings for sale just in time for Spring planting.
828-665-2492 |
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| Dates: |
13th, 14th |
| Title: |
A Day in May 1916 |
| Desc: |
52 North Market StreetAsheville, NC 28801:
Explore the early years of Thomas Wolfe. Visit
his boyhood home, the setting of his first novel Look
Homeward Angel. |
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| Dates: |
May 26th - June 4th |
| Title: |
A Day in May 1916 |
| Desc: |
52 North Market StreetAsheville, NC 28801:
Explore the early years of Thomas Wolfe. Visit
his boyhood home, the setting of his first novel Look
Homeward Angel. |
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| Brevard |
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| Chimney Rock |
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| Dates: |
11th, 13th, 25th. 26Th, 29th, and 30th |
| Title: |
Dulcimer Music |
| Description: |
Chimney Rock Park: Self taught dulcimer virtuoso
John Mason performs in the beautiful Chimney
Rock Park throughout the month of May. 800-277-9611 |
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| Dates: |
21st |
| Title: |
Warbler Walk with Simon Thompson |
| Description: |
Chimney Rock Park: Park Ornithologist Simon
Thompson discusses the more than 10 species
of warblers that breed in the park. Join him
on a nature walk sure to thrill the whole family.
800-277-9611 |
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| Flat Rock |
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| Dates: |
May 17 through June 3 (see
site for show times) |
| Title: |
The Melville Boys |
| Description: |
Flat Rock Playhouse:
In Canadian playwright Norm Foster's most performed
work, we see the lives of two brothers out fishing
entangled with those two sisters. Both touching
and comedic, there's a reason for this play's popularity.
(828) 693-0731 |
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| Hendersonville |
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| Dates: |
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| Title: |
nothing at this time |
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| Highlands |
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| Dates: |
4th - 7th & 12th -14th |
| Title: |
I Remember Mama |
| Description: |
Martin-Lipscomb Performing Arts Center: The Highlands
community Players presents “I Remember Mama” A
compassionate portrayal of an immigrant Norwegian
family in San Fransisco, circa 1910. (828)526-8084 |
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| Maggie Valley |
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| Dates: |
6th |
| Title: |
Confederate Railroad |
| Description: |
Presented by Eaglenest Entertainment 828-926-9658 |
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| Dates: |
11th - 13th |
| Title: |
The 12 Annual Region "N" Gold Wing
Road Rider Association Rally |
| Description: |
Eaglenest Entertainment Center: Games, prizes,
motorcycle accesories and more. Come Join the
more than 10,000 members of Region "N". |
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| Dates: |
21st |
| Title: |
Voices in the Laurel |
| Description: |
Eaglenest Entertainment Center: 828-926-9658 |
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| Dates: |
27th, 28th |
| Title: |
Vettes in the Valley |
| Description: |
2 days of excitment for Corvette enthusiasts! |
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| Tryon |
| Dates: |
5th - 7th 8pm 6th 3pm |
| Title: |
Dear Liar |
| Desc: |
TLT Workshop: A play derived from the letters
between George Bernard Shaw and Mrs. Patrick
Campbell. Brought to you by the Tryon Little
Theater. |
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| Waynesville |
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| Dates: |
First Friday of the Month May through December
6pm - 9pm |
| Title: |
Art After Dark |
| Desc: |
Stroll through galleries and artist's studios
in Downtown Waynesville. Music, receptions,
demonstrations, and of course fine art. |
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| Dates: |
7th |
| Title: |
Ramp Festival |
| Desc: |
American Legion Field: A celebration of
the ramp (wild mountain onion). Music, entertainment
and delicious ramps! |
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| Dates: |
27th |
| Title: |
Block Party |
| Desc: |
North Main between Miller and Depot: Come
out and dance to the sounds of the 60s and
70s. |
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| :: June :: |
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| Saluda |
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| Dates: |
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| Title: |
nothing at this time |
| Desc: |
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| Asheville |
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| Dates: |
3rd |
| Title: |
Clay Day |
| Desc: |
Folk Art Center:
Every gets hands-on experience in pottery and
sculpture from the professional artists of
the Southern Highland Craft Guild. 828-298-7928 |
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| Dates: |
3rd, 4th |
| Title: |
Asheville Blueridge Rose Society Annual Exhibit |
| Desc: |
North Carolina Arboretum: Enjoy an incredible
variety of roses while finding answers to all
of your questions on rose care, selection,
history and more. 828-665-2492 |
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| Dates: |
11th 7.00pm |
| Title: |
Rachael Price & Her Trio |
| Desc: |
Diana Wortham Theatre:
Rachael Price has been described as “the
best young voice I've heard, period. No one
around can even touch her. She's got a style
all her own.” Join Price and her trio
for an unforgettable evening. |
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| Dates: |
17th |
| Title: |
the North Carolina Bent Creek Classic |
| Desc: |
North Carolina Arboretum: Bring the whole
family out for these exciting runs. 10k, 5k,
and a 1 mile garden fun run with a chance to
win prizes and awards. 828-665-2492 |
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| Dates: |
23rd, 24th |
| Title: |
Terpsicorps Theatre of Dance |
| Desc: |
Diana Wortham Theatre: Join Asheville's own
professional contemporary ballet company for
a what promises to be their most vibrant performance
to date! 282-257-4530 |
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| Brevard |
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| Dates: |
June 21 - August 6th |
| Title: |
Brevard Music Center Summer institute and festival |
| Desc: |
A seven week long symposium and festival of
music that brings famous artists, accomplished
faculty, and 400 students together to study and
perform. This season will feathure The Canadian
Brass, Soprano Angela Brown, violinist Robert McDuffie,
German cellist Johannes Moser and more! See site
for details.
www.brevardmusic.org or
call 828-884-2787 |
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| Canton |
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| Dates: |
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| Title: |
Nothing at this time |
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| Chimney Rock |
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| Dates: |
June 8th -10th, 10th, 22nd-24th |
| Title: |
Dulcimer Music |
| Description: |
Chimney Rock Park: Self taught dulcimer virtuoso
John Mason performs in the beautiful Chimney Rock
Park. 800-277-9611 |
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| Clyde |
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| Dates: |
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| Title: |
Nothing at this time |
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| Flat Rock |
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| Dates: |
7th - 25th (see
site for show times) |
| Title: |
Kiss Me Kate |
| Description: |
Flat Rock Playhouse:
Come out to see this timeless treasure of Broadway.
Enjoy classics such as, Op'nin' Another Show,
Why Can't You Behave, So In Love, and Too Darn
Hot written by master composer Cole Porter.
(828) 693-0731 |
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| Dates: |
June 28 through July 15 (see
site for show times) |
| Title: |
Don't Dress for Dinner |
| Description: |
Flat Rock Playhouse:
Marc Camoletti's comic romp of infidelity,
gourmet cooking, and mistaken identities is
a sure-fire knee slapper. (828) 693-0731 |
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| Hendersonville |
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| Dates: |
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| Title: |
Nothing at this time |
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| Highlands |
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| Dates: |
17th |
| Title: |
Open House |
| Description: |
House/Trapier/Wright (Prince) house: Explore
Highland's oldest home. 828-787-1050 |
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| Dates: |
24th |
| Title: |
SOAR Highlands Adventure Race |
| Description: |
Come out to the 4th annual SOAR to benefit
the Special Operations Warrior Foundation.
Featuring 2 seperate races. A Sprint Race:
5 -7 hours of running, rappelling, paddling,
and mountain biking. And a Elite Race of 10 – 12
hours of running, mountain biking, paddling,
rappelling, and orienteering. Adventures to
be had by all! 828-743-2052 |
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| Dates: |
24th, 25th 10am - 4pm |
| Title: |
In the Company of Horses- Learning Their
Language |
| Description: |
Carpe Diem Farms: Sponsered by Carpe Diem
Farms. (828) 526-2854 |
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| Maggie Valley |
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| Dates: |
9th-11th |
| Title: |
Spring Farm Fest |
| Description: |
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds: An antique
tractor show. |
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| Dates: |
10th 8pm |
| Title: |
Seals & Seals |
| Description: |
Eaglenest Entertainment Center: an evening
of music |
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| Dates: |
24th, 25th |
| Title: |
Great Smoky Mountain Trout, Wildlife & Heritage
Festival |
| Description: |
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds: Basket weavers,
soap makers, old time crafters and more. |
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| Lake Lure |
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| Title: |
Nothing at this time |
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| Tryon |
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| Dates: |
7th - 11th |
| Title: |
78th Annual Tryon Riding & Hunt Club Horse
Show |
| Desc: |
details tba: 828-859-6109 |
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| Waynesville |
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| Dates: |
17th |
| Title: |
11th Annual Downtown Studio & Gallery
Tour |
| Desc: |
Discover the treasures of local and regional
artists while strolling through galleries and
studios of beautiful downtown Waynesville. |
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| Dates: |
June 23rd, July 7th, 21st, & August 4th
6:30pm |
| Title: |
4 Mountain Street Dances |
| Desc: |
Join local clogging teams in an ould fashioned
moutain hoe down. Refreshments will be provided. |
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