
Mental Health Matter 5k Walk/Run for Awareness
A community 5K walk run on the UNC Asheville campus centered on mental health awareness and support. Expect a welcoming pace with fellow students and locals, plus advocacy messaging and fundraising for mental wellness resources.
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A community run walk supporting autism awareness and local connection at Fletcher Parks & Recreation. Expect an outdoor 5K-style atmosphere with walkers and runners, team shirts, and a family friendly midday start.
A community run walk supporting autism awareness and local connection at Fletcher Parks & Recreation. Expect an outdoor 5K-style atmosphere with walkers and runners, team shirts, and a family friendly midday start.

A summer road race through Biltmore Forest with 5k and 10k distance options starting from a school campus. Expect a community-minded run with timed pacing, scenic neighborhood streets, and a supportive finish-line atmosphere.

A summer road race through Biltmore Forest with 5k and 10k distance options starting from a school campus. Expect a community-minded run with timed pacing, scenic neighborhood streets, and a supportive finish-line atmosphere.
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Oktoberfest-themed half marathon and 5K run with a festive start and finish at a riverside beer garden and distribution center. Expect a lively crowd, fall costumes, and post-race brews in the RAD.

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A community health fair with hands on wellness activities, local health resources, and a casual hangout vibe. Expect family friendly fun plus school supplies and practical information from community partners.
A community health fair with hands on wellness activities, local health resources, and a casual hangout vibe. Expect family friendly fun plus school supplies and practical information from community partners.
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Connection and healing-centered community gathering led by a BIPOC nonprofit focused on psychedelic-positive wellness. Expect mental health conversation, somatic care elements, and creative expression aimed at collective liberation and mutual support.

Connection and healing-centered community gathering led by a BIPOC nonprofit focused on psychedelic-positive wellness. Expect mental health conversation, somatic care elements, and creative expression aimed at collective liberation and mutual support.
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An evening group walk at Lake Junaluska starting from the Asheville Visitor Center, built for a relaxed pace and scenic lake views. Ideal for casual hikers who want light exercise and local outdoor conversation.

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Midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, community-led pace through lush forest trails to a cascading waterfall overlook. Ideal for locals who want an outdoor meetup and shared trail time near Asheville.

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A community 5K run walk at Carrier Park bringing together colorectal cancer survivors, patients, caregivers, and local supporters. Options include adult and youth registration, a kids fun run, and a virtual participant track.

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Weekly drop in meditation practice with a quiet, reflective group atmosphere at a local meditation center. Attend in person or via Zoom for shared mindfulness and gentle community support.

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Practical burnout prevention workshop with real life tools for managing stress, energy, and overwhelm, geared toward anyone feeling stretched thin. Casual dine and learn format at a wellness center with food provided and a supportive community vibe.
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A 1 mile, 90 minute guided walk through downtown Asheville led by Poverty Educators with firsthand experience. Learn about systemic barriers to stability while pointing out local resources and support services along the route.

A 1 mile, 90 minute guided walk through downtown Asheville led by Poverty Educators with firsthand experience. Learn about systemic barriers to stability while pointing out local resources and support services along the route.
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A hilly group run from Merrimon into downtown and back, with 3- and 5/6-mile route options mapped through Weaver Blvd, Broadway, and Edgewood Rd. Cool down with pizza, brews, and an optional movie afterward.

A hilly group run from Merrimon into downtown and back, with 3- and 5/6-mile route options mapped through Weaver Blvd, Broadway, and Edgewood Rd. Cool down with pizza, brews, and an optional movie afterward.
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Practical discussion on bullying and cyberbullying’s effects on mental health, with tools for building belonging and safer peer culture. Focuses on digital age challenges, prevention strategies, and creating supportive environments at school and online.
Practical discussion on bullying and cyberbullying’s effects on mental health, with tools for building belonging and safer peer culture. Focuses on digital age challenges, prevention strategies, and creating supportive environments at school and online.
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Challenging Gran Fondo road ride through Asheville's mountain roads with multiple distance options and hilly climbs for endurance focused riders, supported by aid stations and a community ride atmosphere.
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Silent sits and continuous mantra practice guided by a longtime teacher, with space for sharing, Q and A, and a slow walking meditation. Donation based drop ins welcome with optional Mindbody signup and a related meditation timer app.

Silent sits and continuous mantra practice guided by a longtime teacher, with space for sharing, Q and A, and a slow walking meditation. Donation based drop ins welcome with optional Mindbody signup and a related meditation timer app.
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A relaxed neighborhood group ride that rolls to a local coffee stop, blending casual cycling with sidewalk conversations, community connection, and morning brews for riders of all levels.

A relaxed neighborhood group ride that rolls to a local coffee stop, blending casual cycling with sidewalk conversations, community connection, and morning brews for riders of all levels.
A relaxed neighborhood group ride that rolls to a local coffee stop, blending casual cycling with sidewalk conversations, community connection, and morning brews for riders of all levels.

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River-like yoga that alternates effortful flow with restorative yin, using mindful pauses to regulate the nervous system and build body awareness. A $10 community pop-up centered on healing and eco grief support for those grieving losses of the natural world.

A low pressure team trivia night in a brewery taproom with time to grab dinner before questions start at 7 pm. Compete for a $50 gift card and a relaxed, introvert friendly meetup vibe.

A low pressure team trivia night in a brewery taproom with time to grab dinner before questions start at 7 pm. Compete for a $50 gift card and a relaxed, introvert friendly meetup vibe.
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A rugged monster cross gravel cycling challenge winding through Pisgah National Forest on punchy climbs and fast dirt descents. Riders tackle an endurance-style course with a competitive atmosphere and strong local bike-community energy.

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