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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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