9 Things to Do in Asheville This Week · May 28–31, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Jazz for Justice

Pisgah Legal Services hosts their annual celebration with live music, food, drinks, and community to support legal aid efforts.

Thursday, May 28, 2026 · Highland Brewing Company, Asheville

Rooftop Comedy featuring James Harrod & Allison Shelnut

Modelface Comedy brings local favorites James Harrod and Allison Shelnut to the rooftop at Antidote for a night of stand-up.

Thursday, May 28, 2026 8:00 PM · Antidote, Asheville

Bobby Jo Valentine: An Evening of Music, Connection & Community

Singer-songwriter Bobby Jo Valentine performs an intimate evening of music at the UU Congregation of Asheville.

Friday, May 29, 2026 7:30 PM · UU Congregation of Asheville

SUSTO Stringband Official Album Release Show

Justin Osborne's SUSTO Stringband celebrates their official album release with support from sg Alexa Rose at Asheville Music Hall.

Friday, May 29, 2026 9:00 PM · Asheville Music Hall, 31 Patton Ave, Asheville

Patterson Hood (of Drive-By Truckers) at The Grey Eagle

Drive-By Truckers co-founder Patterson Hood performs an intimate solo evening at The Grey Eagle presented by Worthwhile Sounds.

Thursday, June 4, 2026 8:00 PM · The Grey Eagle, Asheville

Arts & Culture

Crisp Comedy live in Leicester featuring Travis Stevenson

Monthly comedy show at Noble Cider in Leicester headlined by fast-rising Tennessee comedian Travis Stevenson, free with suggested donation.

Friday, May 29, 2026 7:00 PM · Noble Cider, Leicester, NC

Festivals & Special Events

Asheville Improv Festival - Opening Night

The Asheville Improv Festival kicks off its multi-day run with an opening night celebration of improv comedy from local and touring groups.

Saturday, June 6, 2026 · Asheville

Outdoors & Active

The Big Run benefiting Autism Society of NC

A free community run at Bill Moore Community Park raising awareness and donations for the Autism Society of North Carolina.

Sunday, June 7, 2026 8:00 AM · Bill Moore Community Park, Asheville

Free Events

Wednesday Jazz on the Patio with Danny Iannucci & Friends

A Spring and Summer weekly jazz series at The Mule at Devils Foot Beverages, with Danny Iannucci & Friends playing live from 6–8pm.

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 6:00 PM · The Mule at Devils Foot Beverages, 131 Sweeten Creek Road, Asheville