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18 Things to Do in Asheville This Week · June 18–21, 2026

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Third Thursday at Asheville Art Museum with Decoda Chamber Music Festival

Every Third Thursday the museum comes alive with live music, tours, art-making, and rooftop cocktails—this edition features Hashi Duo and The Varick Trio from the Decoda Chamber Music Festival.

Rooftop Comedy featuring Dan Frigolette

NYC comedian Dan Frigolette (HBO's Boardwalk Empire, Wendy Williams Show) performs on the rooftop at Antidote/Chemist Spirits for Modelface Comedy's weekly Thursday showcase.

A Day of Music & Art – Free with Admission at Asheville Art Museum

An all-ages immersive day blending live chamber music performances, hands-on art-making workshops, a musical gallery tour, and the Arboretum in the Museum soundscape experience with Decoda artists.

Arts & Culture
Third Thursday at Asheville Art Museum with Decoda Chamber Music Festival
Every Third Thursday the museum comes alive with live music, tours, art-making, and rooftop cocktails—this edition features Hashi Duo and The Varick Trio from the Decoda Chamber Music Festival.
Thursday, June 18, 2026 5:00 PM–9:00 PM · Asheville Art Museum, 2 South Pack Square
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In a New Light: American Impressionism 1870–1940 at Asheville Art Museum
Works from the Bank of America Collection explore American Impressionism in this special ticketed exhibition running through June 29.
Friday, June 19, 2026 · Asheville Art Museum, 2 S Pack Square
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Singing Mary! – Theater Performance
Singing Mary! continues its run of performances across the weekend on the Asheville performance calendar.
Friday, June 19, 2026 · Asheville
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Simply Charmed Drop-In Metalsmithing at Ignite Jewelry Studios
Drop in and design your own custom charm—stamp, hammer, and finish your piece in this guided metalsmithing session with all materials included; family-friendly (ages 6+).
Friday, June 19, 2026 11:00 AM · Ignite Jewelry Studios, 84 West Walnut Street
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In The Heights at Asheville Community Theatre
The Tony Award–winning musical blending hip-hop, salsa, and soul about a Washington Heights community on the brink of change—final weekend performances at ACT.
Friday, June 19, 2026 7:30 PM · Asheville Community Theatre, 35 E. Walnut St.
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Music & Nightlife
Rooftop Comedy featuring Dan Frigolette
NYC comedian Dan Frigolette (HBO's Boardwalk Empire, Wendy Williams Show) performs on the rooftop at Antidote/Chemist Spirits for Modelface Comedy's weekly Thursday showcase.
Thursday, June 18, 2026 8:00 PM · Antidote (Chemist Spirits rooftop), Asheville
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The HeadTones at The One Stop
Live music from The HeadTones at The One Stop, Asheville Music Hall's intimate downtown venue.
Thursday, June 18, 2026 9:00 PM · The One Stop, Asheville
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Tank and the Bangas at The Grey Eagle
New Orleans neo-soul favorites Tank and the Bangas perform in Asheville this June, as highlighted in Visit Asheville's summer calendar.
Saturday, June 20, 2026 · The Grey Eagle, Asheville
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Family-Friendly
AMOS After Hours: Secrets of Space!
An after-hours evening event at the Asheville Museum of Science exploring the secrets of space.
Thursday, June 18, 2026 6:00 PM–9:00 PM · Asheville Museum of Science, 43 Patton Avenue
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Peter and the Starcatcher – Theater Performance
The whimsical prequel to Peter Pan, Peter and the Starcatcher, continues weekend performances on the Asheville stage.
Friday, June 19, 2026 · Asheville
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Free Events
Jack's Old-Time Jam at Jack of the Wood
Asheville's beloved long-running traditional Appalachian mountain music jam features talented local WNC musicians every Wednesday evening.
Thursday, June 18, 2026 5:00 PM–9:00 PM · Jack of the Wood, 95 Patton Ave, Asheville
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A Day of Music & Art – Free with Admission at Asheville Art Museum
An all-ages immersive day blending live chamber music performances, hands-on art-making workshops, a musical gallery tour, and the Arboretum in the Museum soundscape experience with Decoda artists.
Saturday, June 20, 2026 12:00 PM–4:00 PM · Asheville Art Museum, 2 South Pack Square
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Food & Drink
Wednesday Jazz on the Patio – Danny Iannucci & Friends
Danny Iannucci & Friends bring spring and summer jazz to The Mule at Devils Foot Beverages patio for a midweek wind-down with drink specials.
Thursday, June 18, 2026 6:00 PM–8:00 PM · The Mule at Devils Foot Beverages, 131 Sweeten Creek Road
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Gluten-Free Comedy: Lime Agave Edition at Ginger's Revenge
Modelface Comedy serves up laughs alongside cold pints of ginger beer at Ginger's Revenge brewery for this gluten-free comedy showcase.
Saturday, June 20, 2026 8:00 PM · Ginger's Revenge, Asheville
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HADAYA: A Persian Benefit Dinner at MG Road
Chai Pani and Gypsy Queen Cuisine join forces for a Persian and Middle Eastern-influenced feast benefiting the Hadaya Toys refugee children's charity.
Monday, June 29, 2026 6:00 PM · MG Road Bar & Lounge, 19 Wall St, Asheville
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Date Night
Pebble Stacker Rings Workshop at Ignite Jewelry Studios
Make a set of three gold-fill and silver stacker rings with torch soldering in this hands-on jewelry workshop—perfect for a creative date or solo craft afternoon.
Friday, June 19, 2026 1:30 PM · Ignite Jewelry Studios, 84 West Walnut Street
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Outdoors & Active
Women's Wednesday Run Club at Summit Coffee RAD
Asheville Women's Run Club hosts its weekly Wednesday run from a new location at Summit Coffee RAD—all women welcome, post-run coffee included.
Friday, June 19, 2026 · Summit Coffee RAD, 37 Paynes Way, Asheville
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Festivals & Special Events
Juneteenth Celebrations in Asheville – Week of Events
From June 16–20, community organizations across Asheville host a series of celebrations, conversations, cultural events, live music, and gatherings commemorating Juneteenth and its history.
Friday, June 19, 2026 · Various locations, Asheville
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