13 Things to Do in Asheville This Week · July 16–19, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Jenny Zigrino: Comedy in The Cultura Room

LA-based comedian Jenny Zigrino — known from Conan, The Late Late Show, and Comedy Central — headlines an intimate seated dinner-show at The Funkatorium's Cultura Room.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 8:00 PM · The Funkatorium (Cultura Room), Asheville

Jamie Hendrickson's Golden Duo at The One Stop

Jamie Hendrickson's Golden Duo takes the stage at The One Stop for a late-night set in downtown Asheville.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 10:00 PM · The One Stop, Asheville Music Hall, Asheville

Arts & Culture

LICKETY SPLIT: Women and Men in Outrageous Shorts

A boldly comedic evening of short theatrical pieces by and about women and men, running Thursday through Sunday at an Asheville theater venue.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 · Asheville

Black Mountain Coll(a)ge Exhibition

The Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center presents an exhibition tracing collage through the history and legacy of the legendary liberal arts college, on view through September 6.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 · Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center, 120 College St, Asheville

Kiitos Fine Art Grand Opening in the RAD

A new fine art gallery opens its doors in Asheville's River Arts District — a fresh addition to the city's thriving gallery scene.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 · River Arts District, Asheville

Third Thursday at the Asheville Art Museum

The museum comes alive with live music from DJ Phantom Pantone, rooftop cocktails, art-making, and guided tours — all free with museum admission.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 5:00 PM · Asheville Art Museum, 2 South Pack Square

Food & Drink

Heritage Fire Asheville Dinner

A one-night-only collaborative multi-course live-fire dinner at La Bodega with Cúrate's Chef Ángel Palacios and Chef Brett Suess of Stupid Good.

Sunday, July 19, 2026 · Events by Cúrate – La Bodega, 32 S Lexington Ave, Asheville

Date Night

Simply Charmed – Drop-In Metalsmithing

Drop in and design your own custom charm — stamp, hammer, and finish your piece in this guided metalsmithing session at Ignite Jewelry Studios, all materials included.

Friday, July 17, 2026 11:00 AM · Ignite Jewelry Studios, 84 West Walnut Street, Asheville

Sunday Sounds: Harp – Lo Wolf

Lo Wolf performs improvised harp in the Windgate Foundation Atrium at the Asheville Art Museum — free with museum admission, combining art, music, and atmosphere.

Sunday, July 19, 2026 1:00 PM · Asheville Art Museum, 2 South Pack Square

Sports

July Baseball with the Asheville Tourists

Catch the Asheville Tourists at HomeTrust Park for a home game with concessions, on-field activities, and family-friendly entertainment.

Friday, July 17, 2026 6:35 PM · HomeTrust Park, 30 Buchanan Place, Asheville

Free Events

Place & Time – Art in the Airport Exhibition

Eight regional WNC artists are featured in this free airport exhibition at Asheville Regional Airport, on display through August 4.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 · Asheville Regional Airport, 61 Terminal Dr, Fletcher

Outdoors & Active

Fleet Feet Tuesday Run Club

A weekly run club at Biltmore Park Town Square welcoming all paces — walkers, joggers, stroller-pushers, and trainers all invited.

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 6:00 PM · Fleet Feet Asheville, 8 Town Square Blvd #165, Biltmore Park

Asheville Women's Run Club at Summit Coffee RAD

Weekly women's run club meets at Summit Coffee in the River Arts District for a new route around the RAD followed by coffee.

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · Summit Coffee RAD, 37 Paynes Way, Asheville