Monday Night Contra Dance
Upbeat contra sets led by a caller with a live band; beginner friendly lesson at 7 p.m., then social partner and set dancing at 7:30 in a welcoming community college hall.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.
Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.
Progressive line dance sessions with a guaranteed beginner lesson in the first hour, followed by a second lesson and mixed level open dancing; friendly dance angels circulate to offer hands on coaching and support.
Rhythmic Latin steps from salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton, with an 8:30–9 PM beginner friendly lesson followed by open social dancing in a lively brewery taproom until midnight; $10 cover.
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Rhythmic Latin steps from salsa, bachata, merengue, cumbia, and reggaeton, with an 8:30–9 PM beginner friendly lesson followed by open social dancing in a lively brewery taproom until midnight; $10 cover.
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Open-air drum circle where hand drums, shakers, and improvised rhythms build into a communal groove in the heart of downtown. Drop in to play or listen, with a spontaneous, danceable, all-levels vibe in a public park.
Open-air drum circle where hand drums, shakers, and improvised rhythms build into a communal groove in the heart of downtown. Drop in to play or listen, with a spontaneous, danceable, all-levels vibe in a public park.
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Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.
Hands-on hand drumming class led by longtime Asheville percussion teacher Larry McDowell, centered on rhythm, listening, and group groove. Free community gathering with optional donations to support ongoing weekly sessions.
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Late-night mashup sets turn a cozy West Asheville brewery taproom into a casual dance floor with beer in hand and bass-forward mixes. Expect a 21+ party vibe geared toward weekend-style energy on a Monday.
Late-night mashup sets turn a cozy West Asheville brewery taproom into a casual dance floor with beer in hand and bass-forward mixes. Expect a 21+ party vibe geared toward weekend-style energy on a Monday.
Late-night mashup sets turn a cozy West Asheville brewery taproom into a casual dance floor with beer in hand and bass-forward mixes. Expect a 21+ party vibe geared toward weekend-style energy on a Monday.
Midweek Latin social dance night with salsa and bachata rhythms in a lively brewery setting. Expect an upbeat crowd, partner dancing, and a festive bar vibe on Haywood Road.
Midweek Latin social dance night with salsa and bachata rhythms in a lively brewery setting. Expect an upbeat crowd, partner dancing, and a festive bar vibe on Haywood Road.
Midweek Latin social dance night with salsa and bachata rhythms in a lively brewery setting. Expect an upbeat crowd, partner dancing, and a festive bar vibe on Haywood Road.
Old-time and bluegrass stringband tunes drive a lively community square dance with Phil Jamison calling. A free pre-dance lesson runs 7:30–8:00, followed by dancing from 8:00–11:00 in the Bryson Gym.
Old-time and bluegrass stringband tunes drive a lively community square dance with Phil Jamison calling. A free pre-dance lesson runs 7:30–8:00, followed by dancing from 8:00–11:00 in the Bryson Gym.
Old-time and bluegrass stringband tunes drive a lively community square dance with Phil Jamison calling. A free pre-dance lesson runs 7:30–8:00, followed by dancing from 8:00–11:00 in the Bryson Gym.
An outdoor summer shindig with toe-tapping old-time and bluegrass tunes, informal jam-style sets, and flatfoot dancing on the lawn. Neighbors spread blankets in Pack Square Park for a relaxed, all-ages community hang.
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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.
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.
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.
Two Sunday-morning ecstatic dance waves guided by DJ SeigeA, with a warmup followed by a container-setting opening circle before doors close. Sliding-scale, no-one-turned-away dance meditation focused on safe, intentional movement.
Two Sunday-morning ecstatic dance waves guided by DJ SeigeA, with a warmup followed by a container-setting opening circle before doors close. Sliding-scale, no-one-turned-away dance meditation focused on safe, intentional movement.
Two Sunday-morning ecstatic dance waves guided by DJ SeigeA, with a warmup followed by a container-setting opening circle before doors close. Sliding-scale, no-one-turned-away dance meditation focused on safe, intentional movement.
A monthly bluegrass jam where pickers trade breakneck fiddle tunes, banjo rolls, and harmony choruses in a relaxed brewery taproom. Open to all skill levels, from first-timers to seasoned players, with plenty of room for listeners too.
A monthly bluegrass jam where pickers trade breakneck fiddle tunes, banjo rolls, and harmony choruses in a relaxed brewery taproom. Open to all skill levels, from first-timers to seasoned players, with plenty of room for listeners too.
A monthly bluegrass jam where pickers trade breakneck fiddle tunes, banjo rolls, and harmony choruses in a relaxed brewery taproom. Open to all skill levels, from first-timers to seasoned players, with plenty of room for listeners too.
Low-key unplugged bluegrass jam—fiddle, mandolin, acoustic guitar—fills the taproom and patio on Tuesday evenings, inviting players of all levels to bring instruments for a weekly community music session.
Low-key unplugged bluegrass jam—fiddle, mandolin, acoustic guitar—fills the taproom and patio on Tuesday evenings, inviting players of all levels to bring instruments for a weekly community music session.
Low-key unplugged bluegrass jam—fiddle, mandolin, acoustic guitar—fills the taproom and patio on Tuesday evenings, inviting players of all levels to bring instruments for a weekly community music session.
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Celtic reels and jigs fill a downtown pub as rotating musicians from WNC and beyond trade tunes in a traditional Irish session. Expect a casual, community-driven night of acoustic ensemble playing and listening.
Celtic reels and jigs fill a downtown pub as rotating musicians from WNC and beyond trade tunes in a traditional Irish session. Expect a casual, community-driven night of acoustic ensemble playing and listening.
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Laid back improv workshop of playful group games to build spontaneity, creativity, and stage confidence; beginner friendly drop in, RSVP recommended, and note there are stairs at the entrance.
Laid back improv workshop of playful group games to build spontaneity, creativity, and stage confidence; beginner friendly drop in, RSVP recommended, and note there are stairs at the entrance.
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Casual late-evening tabletop hangout with rotating board and card games, from strategy and co-op to quick party picks. Friendly regulars teach rules on the fly, making it easy to drop in solo or with friends.
Casual late-evening tabletop hangout with rotating board and card games, from strategy and co-op to quick party picks. Friendly regulars teach rules on the fly, making it easy to drop in solo or with friends.