
Arbor Evenings
Cajun, zydeco, and old school country sets fill the NC Arboretum with danceable accordion grooves and rootsy twang on Wednesday and Thursday nights through mid-September. Entry is covered by the regular $25 per-vehicle parking fee, with members free.
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Cajun, zydeco, and old school country sets from rotating local and regional artists unfold in the Arboretum’s outdoor setting on Wednesday and Thursday nights through Sept. 17, included with parking (members free).

Cajun, zydeco, and old school country sets from rotating local and regional artists unfold in the Arboretum’s outdoor setting on Wednesday and Thursday nights through Sept. 17, included with parking (members free).
Cajun, zydeco, and old school country sets from rotating local and regional artists unfold in the Arboretum’s outdoor setting on Wednesday and Thursday nights through Sept. 17, included with parking (members free).

Cajun rock and bayou funk grooves roll through an open-air Arboretum setting, built for swaying and dancing under the trees. A late-summer evening concert vibe with high-energy rhythms and festival-style atmosphere.

Cajun rock and bayou funk grooves roll through an open-air Arboretum setting, built for swaying and dancing under the trees. A late-summer evening concert vibe with high-energy rhythms and festival-style atmosphere.
Cajun rock and bayou funk grooves roll through an open-air Arboretum setting, built for swaying and dancing under the trees. A late-summer evening concert vibe with high-energy rhythms and festival-style atmosphere.

Americana and folk songwriting from Momma Molasses fills the Arboretum’s outdoor Arbor Evenings stage with warm harmonies and rootsy acoustic textures. A laid-back summer night on the lawn geared for picnics, blankets, and sunset-to-starlight listening.

Americana and folk songwriting from Momma Molasses fills the Arboretum’s outdoor Arbor Evenings stage with warm harmonies and rootsy acoustic textures. A laid-back summer night on the lawn geared for picnics, blankets, and sunset-to-starlight listening.
Americana and folk songwriting from Momma Molasses fills the Arboretum’s outdoor Arbor Evenings stage with warm harmonies and rootsy acoustic textures. A laid-back summer night on the lawn geared for picnics, blankets, and sunset-to-starlight listening.

Upbeat Celtic folk tunes with fiddles, whistles, and driving rhythms in an open-air arboretum setting. A laid-back summer evening concert on the lawn that suits groups, families, and picnic-style listening.

Upbeat Celtic folk tunes with fiddles, whistles, and driving rhythms in an open-air arboretum setting. A laid-back summer evening concert on the lawn that suits groups, families, and picnic-style listening.
Upbeat Celtic folk tunes with fiddles, whistles, and driving rhythms in an open-air arboretum setting. A laid-back summer evening concert on the lawn that suits groups, families, and picnic-style listening.

An outdoor summer concert set in the Arboretum’s gardens, with Adrianne Blanks & The Oracles bringing groove-forward soul and funk under the evening sky. Expect a relaxed lawn vibe ideal for a late-night walk-and-listen show.

An outdoor summer concert set in the Arboretum’s gardens, with Adrianne Blanks & The Oracles bringing groove-forward soul and funk under the evening sky. Expect a relaxed lawn vibe ideal for a late-night walk-and-listen show.
An outdoor summer concert set in the Arboretum’s gardens, with Adrianne Blanks & The Oracles bringing groove-forward soul and funk under the evening sky. Expect a relaxed lawn vibe ideal for a late-night walk-and-listen show.

Golden-hour garden strolling at the North Carolina Arboretum with Jackson Grimm’s acoustic indie bluegrass and folk songs, plus pop-leaning vocals. Bring a chair for a relaxed lawn-listening vibe amid landscaped trails and summer light.

Golden-hour garden strolling at the North Carolina Arboretum with Jackson Grimm’s acoustic indie bluegrass and folk songs, plus pop-leaning vocals. Bring a chair for a relaxed lawn-listening vibe amid landscaped trails and summer light.
Golden-hour garden strolling at the North Carolina Arboretum with Jackson Grimm’s acoustic indie bluegrass and folk songs, plus pop-leaning vocals. Bring a chair for a relaxed lawn-listening vibe amid landscaped trails and summer light.

An intimate duo set unfolds under the trees during Arbor Evenings, pairing warm vocals and close harmonies with a relaxed, picnic-friendly outdoor concert atmosphere at The North Carolina Arboretum.

An intimate duo set unfolds under the trees during Arbor Evenings, pairing warm vocals and close harmonies with a relaxed, picnic-friendly outdoor concert atmosphere at The North Carolina Arboretum.
An intimate duo set unfolds under the trees during Arbor Evenings, pairing warm vocals and close harmonies with a relaxed, picnic-friendly outdoor concert atmosphere at The North Carolina Arboretum.

An intimate duo set in the Arboretum’s outdoor “Arbor Evenings” setting, pairing warm night air with live performance in a garden venue. Expect a relaxed summer-concert vibe with room to wander and listen under the trees.

An intimate duo set in the Arboretum’s outdoor “Arbor Evenings” setting, pairing warm night air with live performance in a garden venue. Expect a relaxed summer-concert vibe with room to wander and listen under the trees.
An intimate duo set in the Arboretum’s outdoor “Arbor Evenings” setting, pairing warm night air with live performance in a garden venue. Expect a relaxed summer-concert vibe with room to wander and listen under the trees.

An outdoor Arbor Evenings concert set among landscaped gardens and forest trails, with 5J Barrow delivering folk rock and singer songwriter originals. Expect a relaxed bring a blanket vibe and easygoing community hang time under the evening sky.

An outdoor Arbor Evenings concert set among landscaped gardens and forest trails, with 5J Barrow delivering folk rock and singer songwriter originals. Expect a relaxed bring a blanket vibe and easygoing community hang time under the evening sky.
An outdoor Arbor Evenings concert set among landscaped gardens and forest trails, with 5J Barrow delivering folk rock and singer songwriter originals. Expect a relaxed bring a blanket vibe and easygoing community hang time under the evening sky.

Americana songwriting and harmony-rich vocals set against the Arboretum’s evening garden ambiance. A relaxed outdoor concert night with rootsy guitar-driven tunes and a scenic, nature-forward vibe.

Americana songwriting and harmony-rich vocals set against the Arboretum’s evening garden ambiance. A relaxed outdoor concert night with rootsy guitar-driven tunes and a scenic, nature-forward vibe.
Americana songwriting and harmony-rich vocals set against the Arboretum’s evening garden ambiance. A relaxed outdoor concert night with rootsy guitar-driven tunes and a scenic, nature-forward vibe.

An evening concert set among the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, pairing Elizabeth McCorvey and Lefty Carmean for an intimate outdoor performance. Expect a relaxed, nature-soaked vibe ideal for listening under the open sky.

An evening concert set among the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, pairing Elizabeth McCorvey and Lefty Carmean for an intimate outdoor performance. Expect a relaxed, nature-soaked vibe ideal for listening under the open sky.
An evening concert set among the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, pairing Elizabeth McCorvey and Lefty Carmean for an intimate outdoor performance. Expect a relaxed, nature-soaked vibe ideal for listening under the open sky.

Morning at the North Carolina Arboretum with “Life Like Water,” blending nature inspired art themes with environmental learning in a botanical garden setting. Expect a calm, reflective program centered on water, ecology, and seasonal landscapes.

Morning at the North Carolina Arboretum with “Life Like Water,” blending nature inspired art themes with environmental learning in a botanical garden setting. Expect a calm, reflective program centered on water, ecology, and seasonal landscapes.
Morning at the North Carolina Arboretum with “Life Like Water,” blending nature inspired art themes with environmental learning in a botanical garden setting. Expect a calm, reflective program centered on water, ecology, and seasonal landscapes.

After-hours summer concert night at the Asheville Museum of History with good music, casual bites, and a laid-back warm-weather hang. Held every third Tuesday, it blends museum atmosphere with an easygoing social vibe.

After-hours summer concert night at the Asheville Museum of History with good music, casual bites, and a laid-back warm-weather hang. Held every third Tuesday, it blends museum atmosphere with an easygoing social vibe.
After-hours summer concert night at the Asheville Museum of History with good music, casual bites, and a laid-back warm-weather hang. Held every third Tuesday, it blends museum atmosphere with an easygoing social vibe.
Slow, sensory forest bathing unfolds along the NC Arboretum’s lush trails and gardens, blending mindful walking with quiet nature immersion. A calming afternoon reset led by Asheville Wellness Tours for stress relief and grounding.
Slow, sensory forest bathing unfolds along the NC Arboretum’s lush trails and gardens, blending mindful walking with quiet nature immersion. A calming afternoon reset led by Asheville Wellness Tours for stress relief and grounding.
Slow, sensory forest bathing unfolds along the NC Arboretum’s lush trails and gardens, blending mindful walking with quiet nature immersion. A calming afternoon reset led by Asheville Wellness Tours for stress relief and grounding.

Pulsing hand-drum rhythms and spontaneous percussion grooves take over an outdoor downtown park as locals and visitors gather in a participatory circle. Expect an open, come-and-go vibe with all skill levels welcome.

Pulsing hand-drum rhythms and spontaneous percussion grooves take over an outdoor downtown park as locals and visitors gather in a participatory circle. Expect an open, come-and-go vibe with all skill levels welcome.
Pulsing hand-drum rhythms and spontaneous percussion grooves take over an outdoor downtown park as locals and visitors gather in a participatory circle. Expect an open, come-and-go vibe with all skill levels welcome.

Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.

Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.
Slow, guided shinrin-yoku walks through the North Carolina Arboretum's Blue Ridge forest, using mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and quiet exercises to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a tranquil woodland setting.

Live performance in a lush arboretum setting, framed by summer-evening air and forested grounds. A relaxed garden concert vibe pairs well with strolling paths, picnic energy, and open-sky listening.

Live performance in a lush arboretum setting, framed by summer-evening air and forested grounds. A relaxed garden concert vibe pairs well with strolling paths, picnic energy, and open-sky listening.
Live performance in a lush arboretum setting, framed by summer-evening air and forested grounds. A relaxed garden concert vibe pairs well with strolling paths, picnic energy, and open-sky listening.

A swampy roots mashup of Cajun and zydeco grooves, honky tonk twang, Americana storytelling, and blues riffs led by veteran Asheville players. Late-night lounge vibes with danceable, boot-stomping energy in Weaverville.

A swampy roots mashup of Cajun and zydeco grooves, honky tonk twang, Americana storytelling, and blues riffs led by veteran Asheville players. Late-night lounge vibes with danceable, boot-stomping energy in Weaverville.
A swampy roots mashup of Cajun and zydeco grooves, honky tonk twang, Americana storytelling, and blues riffs led by veteran Asheville players. Late-night lounge vibes with danceable, boot-stomping energy in Weaverville.

Infectious, high-energy ska sets spanning rocksteady, dancehall, two tone, third wave, and punk, powered by a nine-piece band with UK and US roots. Part of a summer concert series atmosphere built for dancing and neighborhood hangouts.

Infectious, high-energy ska sets spanning rocksteady, dancehall, two tone, third wave, and punk, powered by a nine-piece band with UK and US roots. Part of a summer concert series atmosphere built for dancing and neighborhood hangouts.
Infectious, high-energy ska sets spanning rocksteady, dancehall, two tone, third wave, and punk, powered by a nine-piece band with UK and US roots. Part of a summer concert series atmosphere built for dancing and neighborhood hangouts.

Appalachian old time and bluegrass stage performances mix with informal pickin’ circles around the park at sundown. Bring instruments, blankets, and lawn chairs for a multi generation downtown gathering at Pack Square Park.

Appalachian old time and bluegrass stage performances mix with informal pickin’ circles around the park at sundown. Bring instruments, blankets, and lawn chairs for a multi generation downtown gathering at Pack Square Park.
Appalachian old time and bluegrass stage performances mix with informal pickin’ circles around the park at sundown. Bring instruments, blankets, and lawn chairs for a multi generation downtown gathering at Pack Square Park.