
Momma Molasses at Arbor Evenings
A summer-night outdoor concert set among the Arboretum’s gardens, pairing live performance with an easygoing community picnic vibe. Expect a relaxed, nature-soaked evening with room to spread out on the lawn.
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Americana grooves and harmony-rich folk-rock drift across the Arboretum lawn during the Arbor Evenings outdoor concert series. A laid-back sunset-to-night setting encourages picnic vibes, blankets, and easy community mingling.

Americana grooves and harmony-rich folk-rock drift across the Arboretum lawn during the Arbor Evenings outdoor concert series. A laid-back sunset-to-night setting encourages picnic vibes, blankets, and easy community mingling.
Americana grooves and harmony-rich folk-rock drift across the Arboretum lawn during the Arbor Evenings outdoor concert series. A laid-back sunset-to-night setting encourages picnic vibes, blankets, and easy community mingling.

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.

Smooth jazz standards and improvisational trio interplay drift across the arboretum grounds during an open-air evening concert. Ideal for a laid-back late-summer outing with scenic garden surroundings and a calm, listening-focused crowd.

Smooth jazz standards and improvisational trio interplay drift across the arboretum grounds during an open-air evening concert. Ideal for a laid-back late-summer outing with scenic garden surroundings and a calm, listening-focused crowd.
Smooth jazz standards and improvisational trio interplay drift across the arboretum grounds during an open-air evening concert. Ideal for a laid-back late-summer outing with scenic garden surroundings and a calm, listening-focused crowd.

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.

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.

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.
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.

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.

Golden-hour garden strolls on the Arboretum lawn paired with rotating sets from local and regional musicians. A weekly summer evening hang with on-site drinks only (no outside alcohol) and a relaxed, scenic outdoor vibe.

Golden-hour garden strolls on the Arboretum lawn paired with rotating sets from local and regional musicians. A weekly summer evening hang with on-site drinks only (no outside alcohol) and a relaxed, scenic outdoor vibe.
Golden-hour garden strolls on the Arboretum lawn paired with rotating sets from local and regional musicians. A weekly summer evening hang with on-site drinks only (no outside alcohol) and a relaxed, scenic outdoor vibe.

Immersive sound bath set among botanical gardens, blending resonant tones and calming vibration with an outdoor nature backdrop. A midafternoon reset geared toward deep relaxation, mindful breathing, and gentle restoration.

Immersive sound bath set among botanical gardens, blending resonant tones and calming vibration with an outdoor nature backdrop. A midafternoon reset geared toward deep relaxation, mindful breathing, and gentle restoration.
Immersive sound bath set among botanical gardens, blending resonant tones and calming vibration with an outdoor nature backdrop. A midafternoon reset geared toward deep relaxation, mindful breathing, and gentle restoration.

Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.

Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.
Gentle guided walks through mixed hardwood and evergreen canopy, emphasizing slow sensory awareness, mindful breathing, and nature-based stress relief suitable for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.
A slow, sensory forest bathing walk through the North Carolina Arboretum’s landscaped trails, designed for calm attention to sounds, scents, and textures. Expect a restorative nature immersion led by Asheville Wellness Tours.

After-hours summer concert night with good music and a relaxed late-evening vibe inside the Asheville Museum of History. Grab food on-site and settle in for a fun Third Tuesday outing.

After-hours summer concert night with good music and a relaxed late-evening vibe inside the Asheville Museum of History. Grab food on-site and settle in for a fun Third Tuesday outing.
After-hours summer concert night with good music and a relaxed late-evening vibe inside the Asheville Museum of History. Grab food on-site and settle in for a fun Third Tuesday outing.

A free, volunteer led woodland walk through the Arboretum’s botanically diverse trails, exploring shifting forest types. Seasonal natural history chats cover wildflowers, tree and plant identification, and local ecology in small groups.

A free, volunteer led woodland walk through the Arboretum’s botanically diverse trails, exploring shifting forest types. Seasonal natural history chats cover wildflowers, tree and plant identification, and local ecology in small groups.
A free, volunteer led woodland walk through the Arboretum’s botanically diverse trails, exploring shifting forest types. Seasonal natural history chats cover wildflowers, tree and plant identification, and local ecology in small groups.

A quirky outdoor cryptid celebration with Bigfoot lore, oddities vendors, and roving enthusiasts browsing market booths. Expect food trucks, festival-style live music, and a playful chance encounter vibe—plus parking planning and weather-ready gear.

A quirky outdoor cryptid celebration with Bigfoot lore, oddities vendors, and roving enthusiasts browsing market booths. Expect food trucks, festival-style live music, and a playful chance encounter vibe—plus parking planning and weather-ready gear.
A quirky outdoor cryptid celebration with Bigfoot lore, oddities vendors, and roving enthusiasts browsing market booths. Expect food trucks, festival-style live music, and a playful chance encounter vibe—plus parking planning and weather-ready gear.
Immersive sound bath surrounded by the Arboretum’s gardens, blending resonant tones with birdsong and rustling leaves. A calming afternoon reset focused on nervous system regulation and deep relaxation among flora and fauna.
Immersive sound bath surrounded by the Arboretum’s gardens, blending resonant tones with birdsong and rustling leaves. A calming afternoon reset focused on nervous system regulation and deep relaxation among flora and fauna.
Immersive sound bath surrounded by the Arboretum’s gardens, blending resonant tones with birdsong and rustling leaves. A calming afternoon reset focused on nervous system regulation and deep relaxation among flora and fauna.

Southern folk songwriting blends with New Orleans swamp rhythms and Atlanta street spirit, driven by seamless vocal harmonies and rootsy percussion. An afternoon brewery concert marking the Hurricane Helene anniversary with a community-minded vibe.

Southern folk songwriting blends with New Orleans swamp rhythms and Atlanta street spirit, driven by seamless vocal harmonies and rootsy percussion. An afternoon brewery concert marking the Hurricane Helene anniversary with a community-minded vibe.
Southern folk songwriting blends with New Orleans swamp rhythms and Atlanta street spirit, driven by seamless vocal harmonies and rootsy percussion. An afternoon brewery concert marking the Hurricane Helene anniversary with a community-minded vibe.

A social group walk with the Asheville Amblers on the NC Arboretum’s garden paths and forest trails, timed for the weekend of the annual plant show. Expect an easygoing outdoor meetup focused on fresh air and community connection.

A social group walk with the Asheville Amblers on the NC Arboretum’s garden paths and forest trails, timed for the weekend of the annual plant show. Expect an easygoing outdoor meetup focused on fresh air and community connection.
A social group walk with the Asheville Amblers on the NC Arboretum’s garden paths and forest trails, timed for the weekend of the annual plant show. Expect an easygoing outdoor meetup focused on fresh air and community connection.

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.

Early-morning quiet hours bring a low-noise pause to the gardens and trails, with maintenance equipment silenced for a calmer soundscape. Wander, sit, and breathe in a slow-paced nature immersion designed for mindful reflection.

Early-morning quiet hours bring a low-noise pause to the gardens and trails, with maintenance equipment silenced for a calmer soundscape. Wander, sit, and breathe in a slow-paced nature immersion designed for mindful reflection.
Early-morning quiet hours bring a low-noise pause to the gardens and trails, with maintenance equipment silenced for a calmer soundscape. Wander, sit, and breathe in a slow-paced nature immersion designed for mindful reflection.

Pulsing hand-drum rhythms ripple through an open-air park circle as locals and visitors clap, dance, and trade beats in a loose, improvisational jam. A casual downtown gathering with a lively, communal vibe that welcomes spectators and participants.

Pulsing hand-drum rhythms ripple through an open-air park circle as locals and visitors clap, dance, and trade beats in a loose, improvisational jam. A casual downtown gathering with a lively, communal vibe that welcomes spectators and participants.
Pulsing hand-drum rhythms ripple through an open-air park circle as locals and visitors clap, dance, and trade beats in a loose, improvisational jam. A casual downtown gathering with a lively, communal vibe that welcomes spectators and participants.