
Asheville and Buncombe County Pools Open May 23
Outdoor public pools across Asheville and Buncombe County open for the season with cool, safe, affordable swimming. A family friendly summer kickoff spanning multiple neighborhood pool locations for community splash time.
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Community evening group bike ride through Asheville's urban streets and neighborhood routes, hosted by Asheville on Bikes; relaxed pace welcomes all levels with a guided route and bike light recommended for post-sunset riding.

Community evening group bike ride through Asheville's urban streets and neighborhood routes, hosted by Asheville on Bikes; relaxed pace welcomes all levels with a guided route and bike light recommended for post-sunset riding.
Community evening group bike ride through Asheville's urban streets and neighborhood routes, hosted by Asheville on Bikes; relaxed pace welcomes all levels with a guided route and bike light recommended for post-sunset riding.

Competitive tennis matches unfold on Aston Park’s outdoor hard courts in a community tournament atmosphere. Expect bracket-style play, spectators on site, and a midday summer sports vibe at the city tennis center.

Competitive tennis matches unfold on Aston Park’s outdoor hard courts in a community tournament atmosphere. Expect bracket-style play, spectators on site, and a midday summer sports vibe at the city tennis center.
Competitive tennis matches unfold on Aston Park’s outdoor hard courts in a community tournament atmosphere. Expect bracket-style play, spectators on site, and a midday summer sports vibe at the city tennis center.

An evening celebration of spring at the North Carolina Arboretum with blooming gardens and fresh mountain air. Stroll paved trails and landscaped exhibits for a relaxed, community-minded outing’s botanical setting.

An evening celebration of spring at the North Carolina Arboretum with blooming gardens and fresh mountain air. Stroll paved trails and landscaped exhibits for a relaxed, community-minded outing’s botanical setting.
An evening celebration of spring at the North Carolina Arboretum with blooming gardens and fresh mountain air. Stroll paved trails and landscaped exhibits for a relaxed, community-minded outing’s botanical setting.

Casual mom’s meetup on the grass at West Asheville Park with picnic blankets, snacks or lunch, and space for kids to play. Come solo or with little ones for low-pressure conversation and community connection.

Casual mom’s meetup on the grass at West Asheville Park with picnic blankets, snacks or lunch, and space for kids to play. Come solo or with little ones for low-pressure conversation and community connection.
Casual mom’s meetup on the grass at West Asheville Park with picnic blankets, snacks or lunch, and space for kids to play. Come solo or with little ones for low-pressure conversation and community connection.

Self guided evening stroll through Downtown Asheville’s Arts District with open galleries, pop up artist tables, and street side installations. Browse local work, meet makers, and soak up a lively First Friday downtown atmosphere.

Self guided evening stroll through Downtown Asheville’s Arts District with open galleries, pop up artist tables, and street side installations. Browse local work, meet makers, and soak up a lively First Friday downtown atmosphere.
Self guided evening stroll through Downtown Asheville’s Arts District with open galleries, pop up artist tables, and street side installations. Browse local work, meet makers, and soak up a lively First Friday downtown atmosphere.

All-levels yoga flows unfold outdoors on the grass at West Asheville Park, running weekends from April through October. Attendance is capped at 20, so advance signup is required for a reserved spot.

All-levels yoga flows unfold outdoors on the grass at West Asheville Park, running weekends from April through October. Attendance is capped at 20, so advance signup is required for a reserved spot.
All-levels yoga flows unfold outdoors on the grass at West Asheville Park, running weekends from April through October. Attendance is capped at 20, so advance signup is required for a reserved spot.

A cozy, family friendly evening movie screening in the Oakley/South Asheville Library with complimentary popcorn. Settle in for an all ages community hangout with big screen vibes and low key fun.

A cozy, family friendly evening movie screening in the Oakley/South Asheville Library with complimentary popcorn. Settle in for an all ages community hangout with big screen vibes and low key fun.
A cozy, family friendly evening movie screening in the Oakley/South Asheville Library with complimentary popcorn. Settle in for an all ages community hangout with big screen vibes and low key fun.

Morning neighborhood group ride that winds to local cafes for a relaxed coffee meetup; casual, social cycling led by Asheville on Bikes, welcoming all skill levels and bike types.

Morning neighborhood group ride that winds to local cafes for a relaxed coffee meetup; casual, social cycling led by Asheville on Bikes, welcoming all skill levels and bike types.
Morning neighborhood group ride that winds to local cafes for a relaxed coffee meetup; casual, social cycling led by Asheville on Bikes, welcoming all skill levels and bike types.

Community paced group bicycle ride through Asheville led by Asheville on Bikes, emphasizing casual social cycling, bike advocacy, route camaraderie, and accessibility for riders of all skill levels.

Community paced group bicycle ride through Asheville led by Asheville on Bikes, emphasizing casual social cycling, bike advocacy, route camaraderie, and accessibility for riders of all skill levels.
Community paced group bicycle ride through Asheville led by Asheville on Bikes, emphasizing casual social cycling, bike advocacy, route camaraderie, and accessibility for riders of all skill levels.

Seasonal downtown market gathering local vendors for artisan goods and fresh produce in a casual, walkable setting. Expect a community-focused afternoon of browsing, shopping, and neighborhood chatter.

Seasonal downtown market gathering local vendors for artisan goods and fresh produce in a casual, walkable setting. Expect a community-focused afternoon of browsing, shopping, and neighborhood chatter.
Seasonal downtown market gathering local vendors for artisan goods and fresh produce in a casual, walkable setting. Expect a community-focused afternoon of browsing, shopping, and neighborhood chatter.

High-energy summer day camps featuring aerial ropes courses, zipline runs, and outdoor skill building in a wooded Asheville adventure park; youth tackle team challenges, climbing, and guided outdoor play during full-day sessions.

High-energy summer day camps featuring aerial ropes courses, zipline runs, and outdoor skill building in a wooded Asheville adventure park; youth tackle team challenges, climbing, and guided outdoor play during full-day sessions.
High-energy summer day camps featuring aerial ropes courses, zipline runs, and outdoor skill building in a wooded Asheville adventure park; youth tackle team challenges, climbing, and guided outdoor play during full-day sessions.

Twilight road rides on neighborhood and country roads, rolling at a social pace for all levels; gather at the shop at 5:30pm for a 6pm departure, weekly on Tuesdays through August.

Twilight road rides on neighborhood and country roads, rolling at a social pace for all levels; gather at the shop at 5:30pm for a 6pm departure, weekly on Tuesdays through August.
Twilight road rides on neighborhood and country roads, rolling at a social pace for all levels; gather at the shop at 5:30pm for a 6pm departure, weekly on Tuesdays through August.

Creekside outdoor playtime for kids at Robert Lake Park, with splashy nature exploration and unstructured water fun. A laid-back community meetup in Montreat centered on fresh air, rocks, and running water.

Creekside outdoor playtime for kids at Robert Lake Park, with splashy nature exploration and unstructured water fun. A laid-back community meetup in Montreat centered on fresh air, rocks, and running water.
Creekside outdoor playtime for kids at Robert Lake Park, with splashy nature exploration and unstructured water fun. A laid-back community meetup in Montreat centered on fresh air, rocks, and running water.

Minor league baseball under the lights as Asheville squares off against Greensboro in a lively stadium matchup. Expect crowd cheers, ballpark snacks, and an easygoing summer evening for fans of all ages.

Minor league baseball under the lights as Asheville squares off against Greensboro in a lively stadium matchup. Expect crowd cheers, ballpark snacks, and an easygoing summer evening for fans of all ages.
Minor league baseball under the lights as Asheville squares off against Greensboro in a lively stadium matchup. Expect crowd cheers, ballpark snacks, and an easygoing summer evening for fans of all ages.

Outdoor 21+ dodgeball open play with rotating pickup games and flexible attendance—expect early setup around 7:15pm and lighter crowds near the end after 9pm. Games cap at roughly 12v12 (one court) or 11v11 (two courts), weather permitting.

Outdoor 21+ dodgeball open play with rotating pickup games and flexible attendance—expect early setup around 7:15pm and lighter crowds near the end after 9pm. Games cap at roughly 12v12 (one court) or 11v11 (two courts), weather permitting.
Outdoor 21+ dodgeball open play with rotating pickup games and flexible attendance—expect early setup around 7:15pm and lighter crowds near the end after 9pm. Games cap at roughly 12v12 (one court) or 11v11 (two courts), weather permitting.

A community market gathering with local vendors in Swannanoa, centered around browsing pop-up goods and casual neighborhood mingling. Ideal for a relaxed afternoon of shopping small and discovering local makers.

A community market gathering with local vendors in Swannanoa, centered around browsing pop-up goods and casual neighborhood mingling. Ideal for a relaxed afternoon of shopping small and discovering local makers.
A community market gathering with local vendors in Swannanoa, centered around browsing pop-up goods and casual neighborhood mingling. Ideal for a relaxed afternoon of shopping small and discovering local makers.

Navigate illuminated treetop high ropes and zipline courses at dusk, moving through harnessed obstacles and guided belays under twilight skies; beginner friendly instruction and safety gear create an active evening outdoor adventure.

Navigate illuminated treetop high ropes and zipline courses at dusk, moving through harnessed obstacles and guided belays under twilight skies; beginner friendly instruction and safety gear create an active evening outdoor adventure.
Navigate illuminated treetop high ropes and zipline courses at dusk, moving through harnessed obstacles and guided belays under twilight skies; beginner friendly instruction and safety gear create an active evening outdoor adventure.

A guided group walk around Lake Junaluska with relaxed pacing and conversation-friendly stops for scenic overlooks and local nature history. Ideal for visitors seeking an easy outdoor outing and community connection.

A guided group walk around Lake Junaluska with relaxed pacing and conversation-friendly stops for scenic overlooks and local nature history. Ideal for visitors seeking an easy outdoor outing and community connection.
A guided group walk around Lake Junaluska with relaxed pacing and conversation-friendly stops for scenic overlooks and local nature history. Ideal for visitors seeking an easy outdoor outing and community connection.