13 Things to Do in Asheville This Week · August 13–16, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Rooftop Comedy featuring Ryan Cox

Asheville-based stand-up comedian Ryan Cox performs on the rooftop at Antidote, fresh off his Dry Bar Comedy special Sweet Spot.

Thursday, August 13, 2026 8:00 PM · Antidote (Chemist Spirits rooftop), Asheville

Elephants Dancing at The One Stop

Live music night with Elephants Dancing at The One Stop in downtown Asheville.

Thursday, August 13, 2026 10:00 PM · The One Stop, Asheville

Dirty Logic: A Steely Dan Tribute at Pisgah Brewing

Dirty Logic performs a full Steely Dan tribute on Pisgah Brewing Company's outdoor stage in Black Mountain.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 7:30 PM · Pisgah Brewing Company, 2948 US-70, Black Mountain, NC

Outdoors & Active

Golden Hour: Thursdays at The Mule

Patio vibes with a live DJ, local beverages, and fresh air every Thursday through August at Devils Foot Beverages.

Thursday, August 13, 2026 4:00 PM · The Mule at Devils Foot Beverages, 131 Sweeten Creek Road, Asheville

Food & Drink

Peach Bourbon Ice Cream Release at The Hop

The Hop releases its beloved late-summer Peach Bourbon flavor in both dairy and vegan versions for one day only.

Friday, August 14, 2026 11:30 AM · The Hop, 56 Patton Avenue, Asheville

AWFF Sweet at Grove Arcade

The Asheville Wine & Food Festival's decadent dessert evening fills the historic Grove Arcade with chocolatiers, pastry chefs, sparkling wines, and spirits.

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 8:00 PM · Grove Arcade, Downtown Asheville

Free Events

Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft

An exhibition at the Center for Craft exploring artistic projects that generate employment and therapeutic support through craft, including works related to addiction and incarceration, free admission.

Friday, August 14, 2026 · Center for Craft, 67 Broadway St, Asheville

Medical Providers Evening at Fleet Feet Asheville

Fleet Feet Asheville invites medical professionals to a relaxed evening of connection, learning, and fun at their store.

Friday, August 14, 2026 7:00 PM · Fleet Feet Asheville, 8 Town Square Blvd, Asheville

Sunday Sounds: Piano at Asheville Art Museum

Willie Sime, a North Carolina-native jazz and classical pianist, performs free Sunday afternoon music at the Asheville Art Museum.

Sunday, August 16, 2026 1:00 PM · Asheville Art Museum, 2 South Pack Square, Asheville

FREE Improv Open Mic @ Story Parlor

A free improv open mic night at Story Parlor — open to performers and audience alike.

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 · Story Parlor, Asheville

Arts & Culture

The Savannah Sipping Society

A comedy play running through late August featuring four women who bond over cocktails and life's challenges, performed by a local theater company.

Friday, August 14, 2026 · Asheville, NC

First Impressions at Momentum Gallery

Momentum Gallery's summer group show introduces accomplished artists new to the gallery, spanning ceramics, glass, steel, embroidery, photography, and painting through August 29.

Friday, August 14, 2026 · Momentum Gallery, 52 Broadway, Asheville

Sports

August Baseball with the Asheville Tourists

Catch the Asheville Tourists play home games at HomeTrust Park with great concessions, on-field activities, and entertainment for the whole family.

Saturday, August 15, 2026 6:05 PM · HomeTrust Park, 30 Buchanan Place, Asheville