
Monday Night Contra Dance
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.
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Caller-led contra sets start with a 7 p.m. beginners' lesson followed by live-band dancing at 7:30. Social, high-energy community dance welcoming all skill levels and newcomers.

Caller-led contra sets start with a 7 p.m. beginners' lesson followed by live-band dancing at 7:30. Social, high-energy community dance welcoming all skill levels and newcomers.
Caller-led contra sets start with a 7 p.m. beginners' lesson followed by live-band dancing at 7:30. Social, high-energy community dance welcoming all skill levels and newcomers.

Appalachian old-time string band drives caller-led, easy-to-follow square dances in a convivial hall; a short flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and accessible parking make it beginner- and family-friendly.

Appalachian old-time string band drives caller-led, easy-to-follow square dances in a convivial hall; a short flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and accessible parking make it beginner- and family-friendly.
Appalachian old-time string band drives caller-led, easy-to-follow square dances in a convivial hall; a short flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and accessible parking make it beginner- and family-friendly.

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.

One-hour beginner swing lesson teaching simple step patterns and partner basics, followed by social dancing with regular partner rotation; a welcoming, solo-friendly meetup at Haw Creek Commons for 20s–40s community connection.

One-hour beginner swing lesson teaching simple step patterns and partner basics, followed by social dancing with regular partner rotation; a welcoming, solo-friendly meetup at Haw Creek Commons for 20s–40s community connection.
One-hour beginner swing lesson teaching simple step patterns and partner basics, followed by social dancing with regular partner rotation; a welcoming, solo-friendly meetup at Haw Creek Commons for 20s–40s community connection.

Uplifting, beginner friendly line dancing in a relaxed brewery taproom on the second Sunday monthly; no boots, partner, or experience required and there's no cover charge, creating a social, low-pressure dance night.

Uplifting, beginner friendly line dancing in a relaxed brewery taproom on the second Sunday monthly; no boots, partner, or experience required and there's no cover charge, creating a social, low-pressure dance night.
Uplifting, beginner friendly line dancing in a relaxed brewery taproom on the second Sunday monthly; no boots, partner, or experience required and there's no cover charge, creating a social, low-pressure dance night.

Rhythm driven hot club swing from The French Broads—originals and vintage arrangements crafted for lindy hopping; 7 PM beginner lesson precedes two hours of live-band social dancing at Bryson Gym.

Rhythm driven hot club swing from The French Broads—originals and vintage arrangements crafted for lindy hopping; 7 PM beginner lesson precedes two hours of live-band social dancing at Bryson Gym.
Rhythm driven hot club swing from The French Broads—originals and vintage arrangements crafted for lindy hopping; 7 PM beginner lesson precedes two hours of live-band social dancing at Bryson Gym.

High energy DJ mashups and dance friendly electronic sets spinning pop, hip hop, and remixes alongside rotating craft beers in a casual taproom and beer garden, ideal for late night locals and social crowds.

High energy DJ mashups and dance friendly electronic sets spinning pop, hip hop, and remixes alongside rotating craft beers in a casual taproom and beer garden, ideal for late night locals and social crowds.
High energy DJ mashups and dance friendly electronic sets spinning pop, hip hop, and remixes alongside rotating craft beers in a casual taproom and beer garden, ideal for late night locals and social crowds.

Bass-driven ecstatic dance with guest DJ Karen Funshine, beginning with a guided warmup and opening circle led by a facilitator to hold a safe expressive container; sliding scale pricing and all levels welcome.

Bass-driven ecstatic dance with guest DJ Karen Funshine, beginning with a guided warmup and opening circle led by a facilitator to hold a safe expressive container; sliding scale pricing and all levels welcome.
Bass-driven ecstatic dance with guest DJ Karen Funshine, beginning with a guided warmup and opening circle led by a facilitator to hold a safe expressive container; sliding scale pricing and all levels welcome.

Neighborhood flash mob parade of guided choreography and feel good music, sweeping through downtown streets for playful street dancing and community connection. Sober, beginner friendly movement party that turns strangers into friends.

Neighborhood flash mob parade of guided choreography and feel good music, sweeping through downtown streets for playful street dancing and community connection. Sober, beginner friendly movement party that turns strangers into friends.
Neighborhood flash mob parade of guided choreography and feel good music, sweeping through downtown streets for playful street dancing and community connection. Sober, beginner friendly movement party that turns strangers into friends.

Hot-handed WNC pickers spin driving bluegrass and old-time tunes with blistering banjo, fiddle, and acoustic guitar. Informal open jam begins at 9:30 PM for local and visiting players.

Hot-handed WNC pickers spin driving bluegrass and old-time tunes with blistering banjo, fiddle, and acoustic guitar. Informal open jam begins at 9:30 PM for local and visiting players.
Hot-handed WNC pickers spin driving bluegrass and old-time tunes with blistering banjo, fiddle, and acoustic guitar. Informal open jam begins at 9:30 PM for local and visiting players.

High-energy contra dance with caller George Segebade and the Tune Drivers’ old-time string band—fiddles, banjo, mandolin, guitar, and bass—free beginner lesson 7:30, social dance 8–11 at Bryson Gym.

High-energy contra dance with caller George Segebade and the Tune Drivers’ old-time string band—fiddles, banjo, mandolin, guitar, and bass—free beginner lesson 7:30, social dance 8–11 at Bryson Gym.
High-energy contra dance with caller George Segebade and the Tune Drivers’ old-time string band—fiddles, banjo, mandolin, guitar, and bass—free beginner lesson 7:30, social dance 8–11 at Bryson Gym.

Immersive ecstatic dance with DJ Esmae featuring DJ curated soundscapes, a warmup, and a guided opening circle to encourage expressive movement, somatic release, and communal embodiment in a supportive Asheville gathering.

Immersive ecstatic dance with DJ Esmae featuring DJ curated soundscapes, a warmup, and a guided opening circle to encourage expressive movement, somatic release, and communal embodiment in a supportive Asheville gathering.
Immersive ecstatic dance with DJ Esmae featuring DJ curated soundscapes, a warmup, and a guided opening circle to encourage expressive movement, somatic release, and communal embodiment in a supportive Asheville gathering.

Women-led group mountain bike outings with supportive, no-drop pacing and volunteer leaders; choose an intermediate route or a beginner/chill option for skill-building, confidence, and social trail riding.

Women-led group mountain bike outings with supportive, no-drop pacing and volunteer leaders; choose an intermediate route or a beginner/chill option for skill-building, confidence, and social trail riding.
Women-led group mountain bike outings with supportive, no-drop pacing and volunteer leaders; choose an intermediate route or a beginner/chill option for skill-building, confidence, and social trail riding.

Casual weekly tabletop nights featuring strategy, party, and cooperative board and card games with friendly players and patient teachers at a cozy board game café; drop-in beginners welcome every Wednesday evening from 5:30–9:30.

Casual weekly tabletop nights featuring strategy, party, and cooperative board and card games with friendly players and patient teachers at a cozy board game café; drop-in beginners welcome every Wednesday evening from 5:30–9:30.
Casual weekly tabletop nights featuring strategy, party, and cooperative board and card games with friendly players and patient teachers at a cozy board game café; drop-in beginners welcome every Wednesday evening from 5:30–9:30.

Afternoon Latin dance party with salsa and cumbia rhythms, percussion driven grooves, and singalong choruses in a relaxed taproom setting; ideal for casual dancing, craft beer sipping, and lively community atmosphere.

Afternoon Latin dance party with salsa and cumbia rhythms, percussion driven grooves, and singalong choruses in a relaxed taproom setting; ideal for casual dancing, craft beer sipping, and lively community atmosphere.
Afternoon Latin dance party with salsa and cumbia rhythms, percussion driven grooves, and singalong choruses in a relaxed taproom setting; ideal for casual dancing, craft beer sipping, and lively community atmosphere.

Lively traditional Irish session with reels, jigs, and slow airs in a cozy pub atmosphere, featuring musicians from across WNC and beyond for communal acoustic jamming and singalongs.

Lively traditional Irish session with reels, jigs, and slow airs in a cozy pub atmosphere, featuring musicians from across WNC and beyond for communal acoustic jamming and singalongs.
Lively traditional Irish session with reels, jigs, and slow airs in a cozy pub atmosphere, featuring musicians from across WNC and beyond for communal acoustic jamming and singalongs.

Energetic neon glow dance camp for elementary aged kids teaching basic choreography, rhythm games, and playful glow props, concluding with a short showcase at Black Mountain arts center to build confidence and performance skills.

Energetic neon glow dance camp for elementary aged kids teaching basic choreography, rhythm games, and playful glow props, concluding with a short showcase at Black Mountain arts center to build confidence and performance skills.
Energetic neon glow dance camp for elementary aged kids teaching basic choreography, rhythm games, and playful glow props, concluding with a short showcase at Black Mountain arts center to build confidence and performance skills.

Six week adult beginner ballet course focusing on fundamental technique, barre and center work, alignment, and musicality in a supportive studio setting for building foundational classical movement and performance skills.

Six week adult beginner ballet course focusing on fundamental technique, barre and center work, alignment, and musicality in a supportive studio setting for building foundational classical movement and performance skills.
Six week adult beginner ballet course focusing on fundamental technique, barre and center work, alignment, and musicality in a supportive studio setting for building foundational classical movement and performance skills.

Monthly bluegrass jam fills Mills River Brewing Co.'s relaxed taproom with acoustic banjo, fiddle, guitar, and upright bass; first Wednesday 6–9pm welcomes players and listeners of all skill levels in a friendly community circle.

Monthly bluegrass jam fills Mills River Brewing Co.'s relaxed taproom with acoustic banjo, fiddle, guitar, and upright bass; first Wednesday 6–9pm welcomes players and listeners of all skill levels in a friendly community circle.
Monthly bluegrass jam fills Mills River Brewing Co.'s relaxed taproom with acoustic banjo, fiddle, guitar, and upright bass; first Wednesday 6–9pm welcomes players and listeners of all skill levels in a friendly community circle.

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Five-day intensive blending technique, choreography, and stagecraft for aspiring young dancers; daily studio training Junior Theater culminates in performance-ready material taught by theater-focused instructors.
Five-day intensive blending technique, choreography, and stagecraft for aspiring young dancers; daily studio training Junior Theater culminates in performance-ready material taught by theater-focused instructors.