16th Annual Asheville Battle of the Badges
First responder teams from police, fire, and EMS square off in a friendly skills competition and fundraising drive at First Baptist Church, creating a family friendly, community centered annual tradition.
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Donate blood alongside Asheville’s first responders in a friendly, high-stakes 'Battle of the Badges' competition hosted by the American Red Cross at First Baptist Church; donations by appointment help replenish strained national blood supplies.
Bright holiday procession rolls through downtown streets with community floats, marching bands, and family oriented street side viewing, creating festive lights, local vendor stalls, and seasonal cheer along the parade route.
Bright holiday procession rolls through downtown streets with community floats, marching bands, and family oriented street side viewing, creating festive lights, local vendor stalls, and seasonal cheer along the parade route.
Bright holiday procession rolls through downtown streets with community floats, marching bands, and family oriented street side viewing, creating festive lights, local vendor stalls, and seasonal cheer along the parade route.
Casual and organized group rides across Asheville's streets and scenic greenways with routes for all skill levels, community focused bike advocacy, and family friendly outdoor camaraderie promoting safer streets.
Casual and organized group rides across Asheville's streets and scenic greenways with routes for all skill levels, community focused bike advocacy, and family friendly outdoor camaraderie promoting safer streets.
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Community focused hands only compression only CPR training to boost bystander response through coached practice stations and volunteer roles during a statewide mass training effort; drop in skill building sessions for adults and teens.
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Virtuosic solo piano recital by acclaimed pianist Awadagin Pratt in the resonant sanctuary of First Baptist Church, highlighting intimate classical repertoire and nuanced dynamics for contemplative concertgoers.
Virtuosic solo piano recital by acclaimed pianist Awadagin Pratt in the resonant sanctuary of First Baptist Church, highlighting intimate classical repertoire and nuanced dynamics for contemplative concertgoers.
Virtuosic solo piano recital by acclaimed pianist Awadagin Pratt in the resonant sanctuary of First Baptist Church, highlighting intimate classical repertoire and nuanced dynamics for contemplative concertgoers.
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Elegant awards gala honoring seven local leaders who embody Rotary’s "Service Above Self," held in a downtown hotel ballroom with a formal reception, recognition program, and community networking among civic and nonprofit leaders.
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Slow-paced memorial group bicycle procession departing Asheville City Hall for a silent, candlelit remembrance and traffic awareness ride honoring cyclists injured or killed; community riders of all ages encouraged to participate.
Slow-paced memorial group bicycle procession departing Asheville City Hall for a silent, candlelit remembrance and traffic awareness ride honoring cyclists injured or killed; community riders of all ages encouraged to participate.
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Family-friendly downtown basketball celebration with a Downtown Dribble parade of Southern Conference teams, kid-focused activities, interactive festival booths, youth skills challenges, and community programming on the lawn at Pack Square Park.
Family-friendly downtown basketball celebration with a Downtown Dribble parade of Southern Conference teams, kid-focused activities, interactive festival booths, youth skills challenges, and community programming on the lawn at Pack Square Park.
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Regional resilience leaders and community partners convene for collaborative capacity-building sessions focused on emergency preparedness, mutual aid coordination, and network-building best practices to strengthen local response systems.
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Crisp autumn street fair with dozens of local makers and craft vendors, seasonal food stalls, kid activities, and community booths spread across the downtown plaza for a family friendly outdoor celebration.
Crisp autumn street fair with dozens of local makers and craft vendors, seasonal food stalls, kid activities, and community booths spread across the downtown plaza for a family friendly outdoor celebration.
Crisp autumn street fair with dozens of local makers and craft vendors, seasonal food stalls, kid activities, and community booths spread across the downtown plaza for a family friendly outdoor celebration.
Tree-lined neighborhood 5K and fun run benefiting a local school, welcoming families, walkers, and stroller participants for a relaxed community race. Post-race gathering and fundraising activities create a family-friendly neighborhood vibe.
Tree-lined neighborhood 5K and fun run benefiting a local school, welcoming families, walkers, and stroller participants for a relaxed community race. Post-race gathering and fundraising activities create a family-friendly neighborhood vibe.
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High energy college basketball first round matchups with intense Division I rivalry, packed student sections, and fast pace transition play; bracket stakes atmosphere and ticketed arena seating during the Ingles Southern Conference weekend.
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Taste and vote on hearty small batch soups from competing local businesses while live music fuels a convivial taproom vibe; proceeds benefit Lamplight AVL and a concurrent food drive supports 12 Baskets.
Taste and vote on hearty small batch soups from competing local businesses while live music fuels a convivial taproom vibe; proceeds benefit Lamplight AVL and a concurrent food drive supports 12 Baskets.
Lively caller led square dances to an old time stringband blend Appalachian fiddle, banjo, and guitar, with an introductory flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and a family friendly community atmosphere at Haw Creek Commons.
Lively caller led square dances to an old time stringband blend Appalachian fiddle, banjo, and guitar, with an introductory flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and a family friendly community atmosphere at Haw Creek Commons.
Lively caller led square dances to an old time stringband blend Appalachian fiddle, banjo, and guitar, with an introductory flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and a family friendly community atmosphere at Haw Creek Commons.
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Teams race to assemble jigsaw puzzles against the clock in a lively, family friendly timed competition benefiting Literacy Connection, with casual prizes, snacks, and community fundraising energy in a neighborhood hall.
Teams race to assemble jigsaw puzzles against the clock in a lively, family friendly timed competition benefiting Literacy Connection, with casual prizes, snacks, and community fundraising energy in a neighborhood hall.
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