Joy Parade! ~ Flash Mob, Spread Joy, Sober Fun ~
Flash mob style street dancing with feel good music turns strangers into friends in downtown Asheville. A weekly sober movement party centered on connection, joy spreading, and beginner friendly dancing through the streets.
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Upbeat, feel good music propels a playful flash mob that dances through city streets, turning strangers into friends. Guided hosts teach easy moves—no experience required—for a sober, community-centered movement party spreading joy.
Upbeat, feel good music propels a playful flash mob that dances through city streets, turning strangers into friends. Guided hosts teach easy moves—no experience required—for a sober, community-centered movement party spreading joy.
Upbeat, feel good music propels a playful flash mob that dances through city streets, turning strangers into friends. Guided hosts teach easy moves—no experience required—for a sober, community-centered movement party spreading joy.
Circling hand drumming and call and response rhythms create an improvisational community groove under the night sky; all-ages, drop-in session encouraging beginners to bring drums and join the beat.
Circling hand drumming and call and response rhythms create an improvisational community groove under the night sky; all-ages, drop-in session encouraging beginners to bring drums and join the beat.
Circling hand drumming and call and response rhythms create an improvisational community groove under the night sky; all-ages, drop-in session encouraging beginners to bring drums and join the beat.
Live old time stringband drives upbeat reels and squares as a caller guides easy-to-follow, no-partner dances; brief flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, accessible parking, and an all ages community vibe.
Live old time stringband drives upbeat reels and squares as a caller guides easy-to-follow, no-partner dances; brief flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, accessible parking, and an all ages community vibe.
Live old time stringband drives upbeat reels and squares as a caller guides easy-to-follow, no-partner dances; brief flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, accessible parking, and an all ages community vibe.
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.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves led by DJ and facilitator Sara Bensman blend warmups, an opening circle, and freeform movement driven by somatic response to bassy, vibration-rich mixes. A safe, loving container prioritizes self-expression, connection, and emotional release.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves led by DJ and facilitator Sara Bensman blend warmups, an opening circle, and freeform movement driven by somatic response to bassy, vibration-rich mixes. A safe, loving container prioritizes self-expression, connection, and emotional release.
Two morning ecstatic dance waves led by DJ and facilitator Sara Bensman blend warmups, an opening circle, and freeform movement driven by somatic response to bassy, vibration-rich mixes. A safe, loving container prioritizes self-expression, connection, and emotional release.
Downtown fills with roaming street performers and pop up sets, blending music, juggling, and interactive acts in a festival atmosphere. A walkable, all ages celebration of Asheville busking culture and community energy.
Downtown fills with roaming street performers and pop up sets, blending music, juggling, and interactive acts in a festival atmosphere. A walkable, all ages celebration of Asheville busking culture and community energy.
Downtown fills with roaming street performers and pop up sets, blending music, juggling, and interactive acts in a festival atmosphere. A walkable, all ages celebration of Asheville busking culture and community energy.
High-energy dance floor built around mettā loving-kindness practice, blending guided intention with excellent DJ-style music for movement-based mindfulness. Expect a warm, heart-forward vibe with friends and friendly strangers in a late-night setting.
High-energy dance floor built around mettā loving-kindness practice, blending guided intention with excellent DJ-style music for movement-based mindfulness. Expect a warm, heart-forward vibe with friends and friendly strangers in a late-night setting.
High-energy dance floor built around mettā loving-kindness practice, blending guided intention with excellent DJ-style music for movement-based mindfulness. Expect a warm, heart-forward vibe with friends and friendly strangers in a late-night setting.
Two Sunday-morning ecstatic dance waves with guided warmups and an opening circle led by DJ facilitator Marta Martin. Expect freeform movement to global rhythms in a community container focused on body freedom and intention-setting.
Two Sunday-morning ecstatic dance waves with guided warmups and an opening circle led by DJ facilitator Marta Martin. Expect freeform movement to global rhythms in a community container focused on body freedom and intention-setting.
Two Sunday-morning ecstatic dance waves with guided warmups and an opening circle led by DJ facilitator Marta Martin. Expect freeform movement to global rhythms in a community container focused on body freedom and intention-setting.
Spontaneous, heart centered rhythm and melody co creation with drums, flutes, shakers, and any other instruments. Beginner friendly community circle with dancers encouraged and a love offering vibe in a welcoming commons space.
Spontaneous, heart centered rhythm and melody co creation with drums, flutes, shakers, and any other instruments. Beginner friendly community circle with dancers encouraged and a love offering vibe in a welcoming commons space.
Spontaneous, heart centered rhythm and melody co creation with drums, flutes, shakers, and any other instruments. Beginner friendly community circle with dancers encouraged and a love offering vibe in a welcoming commons space.
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.
A community festival centered on love, joy, and playful connection with activities that encourage mingling and shared experiences. Expect an upbeat, inclusive atmosphere geared toward locals and visitors alike.
A community festival centered on love, joy, and playful connection with activities that encourage mingling and shared experiences. Expect an upbeat, inclusive atmosphere geared toward locals and visitors alike.
A community festival centered on love, joy, and playful connection with activities that encourage mingling and shared experiences. Expect an upbeat, inclusive atmosphere geared toward locals and visitors alike.
Two back-to-back morning ecstatic dance waves with warmup leading into an opening circle, then freeform movement supported by live music from Alex & Friends. Doors close promptly at circle time to hold a safe, intentional dance container.
Two back-to-back morning ecstatic dance waves with warmup leading into an opening circle, then freeform movement supported by live music from Alex & Friends. Doors close promptly at circle time to hold a safe, intentional dance container.
Two back-to-back morning ecstatic dance waves with warmup leading into an opening circle, then freeform movement supported by live music from Alex & Friends. Doors close promptly at circle time to hold a safe, intentional dance container.
A high-energy ecstatic dance wave with a warmup set and a facilitated opening circle to set intentions and create a safe container. Sliding-scale entry and a firm no-late-entry policy keep the space focused and community-centered.
A high-energy ecstatic dance wave with a warmup set and a facilitated opening circle to set intentions and create a safe container. Sliding-scale entry and a firm no-late-entry policy keep the space focused and community-centered.
A high-energy ecstatic dance wave with a warmup set and a facilitated opening circle to set intentions and create a safe container. Sliding-scale entry and a firm no-late-entry policy keep the space focused and community-centered.
Free-form embodied dance flows into a grounding gong bath, blending somatic movement and breath-led release with deep vibration. A studio-based practice space for nervous-system reset, mindfulness, and expressive movement.
Free-form embodied dance flows into a grounding gong bath, blending somatic movement and breath-led release with deep vibration. A studio-based practice space for nervous-system reset, mindfulness, and expressive movement.
Free-form embodied dance flows into a grounding gong bath, blending somatic movement and breath-led release with deep vibration. A studio-based practice space for nervous-system reset, mindfulness, and expressive movement.
Ecstatic dance evening led by guest DJ Stacey Butcher, blending Open Floor and 5Rhythms movement with somatic healing practices; begins with a gentle warmup and opening circle to invite embodied free-form groove.
Ecstatic dance evening led by guest DJ Stacey Butcher, blending Open Floor and 5Rhythms movement with somatic healing practices; begins with a gentle warmup and opening circle to invite embodied free-form groove.
Ecstatic dance evening led by guest DJ Stacey Butcher, blending Open Floor and 5Rhythms movement with somatic healing practices; begins with a gentle warmup and opening circle to invite embodied free-form groove.
Upbeat social line dancing in a cozy taproom with a caller teaching easy country steps; beginner friendly, no boots, partners, or experience required, and free admission on the second Sunday of each month.
Upbeat social line dancing in a cozy taproom with a caller teaching easy country steps; beginner friendly, no boots, partners, or experience required, and free admission on the second Sunday of each month.
Upbeat social line dancing in a cozy taproom with a caller teaching easy country steps; beginner friendly, no boots, partners, or experience required, and free admission on the second Sunday of each month.
Breezy after work gathering on the outdoor 80 Court Plaza in downtown Asheville, where locals mingle and unwind during a weekday evening of casual socializing and low-key nightlife energy.
Breezy after work gathering on the outdoor 80 Court Plaza in downtown Asheville, where locals mingle and unwind during a weekday evening of casual socializing and low-key nightlife energy.
Breezy after work gathering on the outdoor 80 Court Plaza in downtown Asheville, where locals mingle and unwind during a weekday evening of casual socializing and low-key nightlife energy.
Fun, social contra dancing with a beginner lesson at 7 p.m., followed by caller led sets to a lively old-time band at 7:30 — a weekly community dance welcoming all experience levels.
Fun, social contra dancing with a beginner lesson at 7 p.m., followed by caller led sets to a lively old-time band at 7:30 — a weekly community dance welcoming all experience levels.
Fun, social contra dancing with a beginner lesson at 7 p.m., followed by caller led sets to a lively old-time band at 7:30 — a weekly community dance welcoming all experience levels.
Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.
Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.
Guided community foraging walks through urban and forested Asheville greenspaces identifying seasonal wild edibles, hands on plant id, and ethical harvest techniques for a beginner friendly, participatory nature skills experience.
An outdoor summer gathering with old time and bluegrass tunes echoing across Pack Square, drawing circles of flatfooters and social dancers. Bring a blanket for an all-ages park hang with a community-festival feel.
An outdoor summer gathering with old time and bluegrass tunes echoing across Pack Square, drawing circles of flatfooters and social dancers. Bring a blanket for an all-ages park hang with a community-festival feel.
An outdoor summer gathering with old time and bluegrass tunes echoing across Pack Square, drawing circles of flatfooters and social dancers. Bring a blanket for an all-ages park hang with a community-festival feel.