6 Things to Do in Asheville This Week · May 14–17, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Darren Nicholson & Shawn Lane Bluegrass Jam

Three-time Grammy nominee Shawn Lane and Darren Nicholson share the stage for a special edition of Asheville's best weekly bluegrass jam at Jack of the Wood.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 7:00 PM · Jack of the Wood, 95 Patton Ave, Asheville

Antidote Comedy featuring Boris Khaykin

NYC comedian Boris Khaykin—seen on Broad City, Amazon Prime's Red Oaks, and Comedy Central—performs on the rooftop bar at Antidote with stunning AVL sunset views.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 7:30 PM · Antidote (Chemist Spirits rooftop), Asheville

Family-Friendly

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

A stage adaptation of the beloved classic running multiple weekends in May at an Asheville theater.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 · Asheville

Seussical the Musical

The Asheville Performing Arts Academy brings together their Company, Prep, and Youth Community Theatre for a jubilant celebration of Dr. Seuss as a season finale at the Wortham Center.

Friday, May 22, 2026 · Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, Asheville

Outdoors & Active

Saturday Morning Run at Summit Coffee RAD

Fleet Feet Asheville hosts group runs at Summit Coffee's newly reopened River Arts District location, with 15% off coffee for all participants afterward.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 7:30 AM · Summit Coffee, River Arts District, Asheville

Date Night

Third Thursday: Jackson Grimm & Clint Roberts of Holler Choir

Asheville-based, nationally recognized musicians Jackson Grimm and Clint Roberts perform old-time, swing, and indie rock in the Museum's Atrium—free with admission.

Thursday, May 21, 2026 6:00 PM · Asheville Art Museum, 2 South Pack Square, Asheville