
Asheville Fashion Week: Day 1 - Industry Day
Industry-focused afternoon of fashion networking and expert talks on high-level modeling and professional growth. Connect with working industry professionals for career insights, mentorship-style guidance, and community building at the YMI Cultural Center.
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Runway showcases blend couture, streetwear, and high fashion with emerging models in a polished, high-energy setting. Expect trend-forward looks, designer talent, and plenty of mingling inside the historic YMI Cultural Center.

Runway showcases blend couture, streetwear, and high fashion with emerging models in a polished, high-energy setting. Expect trend-forward looks, designer talent, and plenty of mingling inside the historic YMI Cultural Center.
Runway showcases blend couture, streetwear, and high fashion with emerging models in a polished, high-energy setting. Expect trend-forward looks, designer talent, and plenty of mingling inside the historic YMI Cultural Center.
Three back to back runway shows spotlight Asheville designers with bold looks and fast paced catwalk energy. A late evening crowd gathers in a South Slope taproom for style, photos, and local scene buzz.
Three back to back runway shows spotlight Asheville designers with bold looks and fast paced catwalk energy. A late evening crowd gathers in a South Slope taproom for style, photos, and local scene buzz.
Three back to back runway shows spotlight Asheville designers with bold looks and fast paced catwalk energy. A late evening crowd gathers in a South Slope taproom for style, photos, and local scene buzz.

A museum-wide wellness afternoon blending mindful movement and self-care programming amid curated gallery spaces. Drop in for grounding practices and community connection surrounded by rotating art exhibitions in a calm, light-filled setting.

A museum-wide wellness afternoon blending mindful movement and self-care programming amid curated gallery spaces. Drop in for grounding practices and community connection surrounded by rotating art exhibitions in a calm, light-filled setting.
A museum-wide wellness afternoon blending mindful movement and self-care programming amid curated gallery spaces. Drop in for grounding practices and community connection surrounded by rotating art exhibitions in a calm, light-filled setting.
Anime convention energy with cosplay meetups, geek culture hangouts, and themed community fun. Expect panel discussions and fan programming that range from casual fandom chat to deeper dives into anime and pop culture.
Anime convention energy with cosplay meetups, geek culture hangouts, and themed community fun. Expect panel discussions and fan programming that range from casual fandom chat to deeper dives into anime and pop culture.
Anime convention energy with cosplay meetups, geek culture hangouts, and themed community fun. Expect panel discussions and fan programming that range from casual fandom chat to deeper dives into anime and pop culture.

Hands-on intro to textile hand dyeing focused on refreshing and upcycling clothing with color-mixing basics and practical techniques. A beginner-friendly workshop in a tool library setting designed for skill-building and community creativity.

Hands-on intro to textile hand dyeing focused on refreshing and upcycling clothing with color-mixing basics and practical techniques. A beginner-friendly workshop in a tool library setting designed for skill-building and community creativity.
Hands-on intro to textile hand dyeing focused on refreshing and upcycling clothing with color-mixing basics and practical techniques. A beginner-friendly workshop in a tool library setting designed for skill-building and community creativity.

Community-centered book discussion exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a cultural center setting for thoughtful dialogue and connection.

Community-centered book discussion exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a cultural center setting for thoughtful dialogue and connection.
Community-centered book discussion exploring literature that centers the voices, histories, and futures of the African Diaspora. Hosted by YMI’s Director of Community Engagement in a cultural center setting for thoughtful dialogue and connection.

After-work networking for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to connect with health and community-service partners, browse resource tables, and pursue mentorship and partnership opportunities for business growth.

After-work networking for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to connect with health and community-service partners, browse resource tables, and pursue mentorship and partnership opportunities for business growth.
After-work networking for local entrepreneurs and small businesses to connect with health and community-service partners, browse resource tables, and pursue mentorship and partnership opportunities for business growth.

A revived First Friday art walk turns downtown Asheville into a self guided gallery hop through the Arts District, with pop up exhibitions and creative storefront stops. Stroll between venues for an upbeat, social evening of local visual art.

A revived First Friday art walk turns downtown Asheville into a self guided gallery hop through the Arts District, with pop up exhibitions and creative storefront stops. Stroll between venues for an upbeat, social evening of local visual art.
A revived First Friday art walk turns downtown Asheville into a self guided gallery hop through the Arts District, with pop up exhibitions and creative storefront stops. Stroll between venues for an upbeat, social evening of local visual art.

A free monthly meetup for Asheville health and wellness professionals focused on referrals, collaboration, and growing client networks. Expect casual mingling plus guest speaker insights and practitioner-to-practitioner connection in a martial arts studio setting.

A free monthly meetup for Asheville health and wellness professionals focused on referrals, collaboration, and growing client networks. Expect casual mingling plus guest speaker insights and practitioner-to-practitioner connection in a martial arts studio setting.
A free monthly meetup for Asheville health and wellness professionals focused on referrals, collaboration, and growing client networks. Expect casual mingling plus guest speaker insights and practitioner-to-practitioner connection in a martial arts studio setting.
Afternoon meet-and-greet designed for local business owners and professionals to swap referrals, share resources, and spark collaborations. A free monthly mixer centered on relationship-building and practical growth conversations.
Afternoon meet-and-greet designed for local business owners and professionals to swap referrals, share resources, and spark collaborations. A free monthly mixer centered on relationship-building and practical growth conversations.
Afternoon meet-and-greet designed for local business owners and professionals to swap referrals, share resources, and spark collaborations. A free monthly mixer centered on relationship-building and practical growth conversations.
Intensive public-speaking training focused on building confidence, structuring clear messages, and delivering impactful presentations that engage audiences and inspire action. Practical coaching and exercises support stronger communication for workplace and professional settings.
Intensive public-speaking training focused on building confidence, structuring clear messages, and delivering impactful presentations that engage audiences and inspire action. Practical coaching and exercises support stronger communication for workplace and professional settings.
Intensive public-speaking training focused on building confidence, structuring clear messages, and delivering impactful presentations that engage audiences and inspire action. Practical coaching and exercises support stronger communication for workplace and professional settings.
A dynamic women in business forum focused on uplifting and educating female professionals through practical insights, career development conversation, and community building. Expect networking with local leaders and actionable strategies for business growth at any stage.
A dynamic women in business forum focused on uplifting and educating female professionals through practical insights, career development conversation, and community building. Expect networking with local leaders and actionable strategies for business growth at any stage.
A dynamic women in business forum focused on uplifting and educating female professionals through practical insights, career development conversation, and community building. Expect networking with local leaders and actionable strategies for business growth at any stage.
Practical personal-finance session focused on budgeting, debt payoff strategies, and long-term financial planning to support financial freedom. Expect actionable tools, guided discussion, and local connections with others improving their money habits.
Practical personal-finance session focused on budgeting, debt payoff strategies, and long-term financial planning to support financial freedom. Expect actionable tools, guided discussion, and local connections with others improving their money habits.
Practical personal-finance session focused on budgeting, debt payoff strategies, and long-term financial planning to support financial freedom. Expect actionable tools, guided discussion, and local connections with others improving their money habits.

A deep dive into 1920s Asheville as autos and radio accelerate downtown growth, shifting the skyline with landmark projects like the Buncombe County Courthouse and the Art Deco Asheville City Building. Expect rich context on population boom, real estate development, and early modern city life.

A deep dive into 1920s Asheville as autos and radio accelerate downtown growth, shifting the skyline with landmark projects like the Buncombe County Courthouse and the Art Deco Asheville City Building. Expect rich context on population boom, real estate development, and early modern city life.
A deep dive into 1920s Asheville as autos and radio accelerate downtown growth, shifting the skyline with landmark projects like the Buncombe County Courthouse and the Art Deco Asheville City Building. Expect rich context on population boom, real estate development, and early modern city life.
Live webcast career workshop focused on working remotely, with practical guidance on remote job readiness and workplace expectations. Post-session recruiter meet-and-greets connect attendees with hiring organizations for direct follow-up and opportunities.
Live webcast career workshop focused on working remotely, with practical guidance on remote job readiness and workplace expectations. Post-session recruiter meet-and-greets connect attendees with hiring organizations for direct follow-up and opportunities.
Live webcast career workshop focused on working remotely, with practical guidance on remote job readiness and workplace expectations. Post-session recruiter meet-and-greets connect attendees with hiring organizations for direct follow-up and opportunities.

Hands-on change management training focused on adaptability, resilience, and practical tools for leading workplace transitions. Expect skill-building exercises and discussion geared toward improving team alignment and driving successful organizational outcomes.

Hands-on change management training focused on adaptability, resilience, and practical tools for leading workplace transitions. Expect skill-building exercises and discussion geared toward improving team alignment and driving successful organizational outcomes.
Hands-on change management training focused on adaptability, resilience, and practical tools for leading workplace transitions. Expect skill-building exercises and discussion geared toward improving team alignment and driving successful organizational outcomes.

A community panel dives into Western North Carolina hospital systems, care access, and local healthcare challenges in a candid conversation setting. Expect audience-focused discussion aimed at clarifying current issues and next steps for the region.

A community panel dives into Western North Carolina hospital systems, care access, and local healthcare challenges in a candid conversation setting. Expect audience-focused discussion aimed at clarifying current issues and next steps for the region.
A community panel dives into Western North Carolina hospital systems, care access, and local healthcare challenges in a candid conversation setting. Expect audience-focused discussion aimed at clarifying current issues and next steps for the region.

Town hall style candidate forum with Asheville City Council and mayoral contenders answering questions and discussing local issues. Expect structured speaking turns, audience listening and civic engagement in a congregational meeting space.

Town hall style candidate forum with Asheville City Council and mayoral contenders answering questions and discussing local issues. Expect structured speaking turns, audience listening and civic engagement in a congregational meeting space.
Town hall style candidate forum with Asheville City Council and mayoral contenders answering questions and discussing local issues. Expect structured speaking turns, audience listening and civic engagement in a congregational meeting space.

A pop-up exhibit exploring the real-world careers of women STEAM leaders from Western North Carolina and the Qualla Boundary. Expect hands-on learning and conversation starters around STEM pathways, mentorship, and local innovation.

A pop-up exhibit exploring the real-world careers of women STEAM leaders from Western North Carolina and the Qualla Boundary. Expect hands-on learning and conversation starters around STEM pathways, mentorship, and local innovation.
A pop-up exhibit exploring the real-world careers of women STEAM leaders from Western North Carolina and the Qualla Boundary. Expect hands-on learning and conversation starters around STEM pathways, mentorship, and local innovation.

Hands-on darning practice turns torn shirts, tote bags, or pillowcases into stitched, one of a kind patterns using just needle and thread. Starts with a basic demo, then guided time to mend lightweight fabrics (not denim).

Hands-on darning practice turns torn shirts, tote bags, or pillowcases into stitched, one of a kind patterns using just needle and thread. Starts with a basic demo, then guided time to mend lightweight fabrics (not denim).
Hands-on darning practice turns torn shirts, tote bags, or pillowcases into stitched, one of a kind patterns using just needle and thread. Starts with a basic demo, then guided time to mend lightweight fabrics (not denim).