UNCA Homecoming 2026
Alumni and campus community converge for UNCA Homecoming weekend (Feb 20–21, 2026) with campus celebrations, reunions, and evening gatherings at the Sherrill Center hosted by the UNC Asheville Alumni Association.
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Roaring college-crowd energy at Kimmel Arena for a Homecoming doubleheader: women's Bulldogs vs Presbyterian tipoff 2 PM, followed by men's matchup vs Radford at 4:30 PM; single ticket covers both games.
Roaring college-crowd energy at Kimmel Arena for a Homecoming doubleheader: women's Bulldogs vs Presbyterian tipoff 2 PM, followed by men's matchup vs Radford at 4:30 PM; single ticket covers both games.
Roaring college-crowd energy at Kimmel Arena for a Homecoming doubleheader: women's Bulldogs vs Presbyterian tipoff 2 PM, followed by men's matchup vs Radford at 4:30 PM; single ticket covers both games.
Formal gala and induction ceremony celebrating Southern Conference Hall of Fame honorees, with awards dinner, cocktail reception, and alumni networking at Battery Park Hall; presented by Explore Asheville for a celebratory, upscale atmosphere.
Formal gala and induction ceremony celebrating Southern Conference Hall of Fame honorees, with awards dinner, cocktail reception, and alumni networking at Battery Park Hall; presented by Explore Asheville for a celebratory, upscale atmosphere.
Formal gala and induction ceremony celebrating Southern Conference Hall of Fame honorees, with awards dinner, cocktail reception, and alumni networking at Battery Park Hall; presented by Explore Asheville for a celebratory, upscale atmosphere.
Multi-day professional development conference for counselors focused on innovation, integrity, and impact, with pre-conference workshops and continuing-education credits at Embassy Suites Downtown Asheville (Feb 19–21). Peer networking, skill-building sessions, and organizational meetings populate the agenda.
Multi-day professional development conference for counselors focused on innovation, integrity, and impact, with pre-conference workshops and continuing-education credits at Embassy Suites Downtown Asheville (Feb 19–21). Peer networking, skill-building sessions, and organizational meetings populate the agenda.
Multi-day professional development conference for counselors focused on innovation, integrity, and impact, with pre-conference workshops and continuing-education credits at Embassy Suites Downtown Asheville (Feb 19–21). Peer networking, skill-building sessions, and organizational meetings populate the agenda.
Caps and gowns commencement ceremony honoring AB-Tech spring graduates with processional, conferral of degrees, keynote address, and celebratory applause in a large indoor performing arts auditorium; family friendly, formal academic tradition.
Caps and gowns commencement ceremony honoring AB-Tech spring graduates with processional, conferral of degrees, keynote address, and celebratory applause in a large indoor performing arts auditorium; family friendly, formal academic tradition.
Caps and gowns commencement ceremony honoring AB-Tech spring graduates with processional, conferral of degrees, keynote address, and celebratory applause in a large indoor performing arts auditorium; family friendly, formal academic tradition.
Community-rooted visual arts gala and fundraiser presenting multidisciplinary installations, local artist showcases, and participatory community engagement in the vaulted Crest Center & Pavilion, organized by OpenDoors Asheville on March 7, 2026.
Community-rooted visual arts gala and fundraiser presenting multidisciplinary installations, local artist showcases, and participatory community engagement in the vaulted Crest Center & Pavilion, organized by OpenDoors Asheville on March 7, 2026.
Community-rooted visual arts gala and fundraiser presenting multidisciplinary installations, local artist showcases, and participatory community engagement in the vaulted Crest Center & Pavilion, organized by OpenDoors Asheville on March 7, 2026.
Festive, women centered gallery celebration combining special art programming, pop up social activities, and curated gallery access for a convivial evening of camaraderie and creative connection.
Festive, women centered gallery celebration combining special art programming, pop up social activities, and curated gallery access for a convivial evening of camaraderie and creative connection.
Festive, women centered gallery celebration combining special art programming, pop up social activities, and curated gallery access for a convivial evening of camaraderie and creative connection.
Statewide administrators gather for leadership sessions, policy workshops, and peer networking focused on community college operations and governance, with targeted professional development and practical implementation takeaways.
Statewide administrators gather for leadership sessions, policy workshops, and peer networking focused on community college operations and governance, with targeted professional development and practical implementation takeaways.
Statewide administrators gather for leadership sessions, policy workshops, and peer networking focused on community college operations and governance, with targeted professional development and practical implementation takeaways.
Two-night showcase of eight bands at Asheville Music Hall, with four high energy sets per evening and a freewheeling super jam capping each night; late-night schedule runs from 6 PM into the early morning.
Two-night showcase of eight bands at Asheville Music Hall, with four high energy sets per evening and a freewheeling super jam capping each night; late-night schedule runs from 6 PM into the early morning.
Two-night showcase of eight bands at Asheville Music Hall, with four high energy sets per evening and a freewheeling super jam capping each night; late-night schedule runs from 6 PM into the early morning.
Rowdy St. Patrick's Day pub crawl through downtown Asheville with green themed drink specials, live DJs, and bar to bar party energy; organized by PubCrawls.com for a 21 plus nightlife celebration starting March 14, 2026.
Rowdy St. Patrick's Day pub crawl through downtown Asheville with green themed drink specials, live DJs, and bar to bar party energy; organized by PubCrawls.com for a 21 plus nightlife celebration starting March 14, 2026.
Rowdy St. Patrick's Day pub crawl through downtown Asheville with green themed drink specials, live DJs, and bar to bar party energy; organized by PubCrawls.com for a 21 plus nightlife celebration starting March 14, 2026.
Hard hitting college basketball clash against Charleston Southern, capped by Senior Day ceremonies honoring departing Bulldogs; expect a boisterous student section, pep band energy, arena seating, and ticketed home game atmosphere.
Hard hitting college basketball clash against Charleston Southern, capped by Senior Day ceremonies honoring departing Bulldogs; expect a boisterous student section, pep band energy, arena seating, and ticketed home game atmosphere.
Hard hitting college basketball clash against Charleston Southern, capped by Senior Day ceremonies honoring departing Bulldogs; expect a boisterous student section, pep band energy, arena seating, and ticketed home game atmosphere.
High energy NCAA Division I women's basketball rivalry game featuring aggressive defense and fast-break offense, student-section chants, and family-friendly ticketing—ideal for fans seeking live, competitive college sports and community atmosphere.
High energy NCAA Division I women's basketball rivalry game featuring aggressive defense and fast-break offense, student-section chants, and family-friendly ticketing—ideal for fans seeking live, competitive college sports and community atmosphere.
High energy NCAA Division I women's basketball rivalry game featuring aggressive defense and fast-break offense, student-section chants, and family-friendly ticketing—ideal for fans seeking live, competitive college sports and community atmosphere.
Multi day summer festival in downtown Asheville's Court Plaza, July 23–26, 2026, gathering community for sunlit outdoor performances, local vendors, and plaza activities for the 9th annual Love Shine Play celebration.
Multi day summer festival in downtown Asheville's Court Plaza, July 23–26, 2026, gathering community for sunlit outdoor performances, local vendors, and plaza activities for the 9th annual Love Shine Play celebration.
Multi day summer festival in downtown Asheville's Court Plaza, July 23–26, 2026, gathering community for sunlit outdoor performances, local vendors, and plaza activities for the 9th annual Love Shine Play celebration.
High energy women's college basketball at Kimmel Arena with competitive Division I play and Play4Kay breast cancer awareness, offering free entry for survivors and a spirited student section community atmosphere.
High energy women's college basketball at Kimmel Arena with competitive Division I play and Play4Kay breast cancer awareness, offering free entry for survivors and a spirited student section community atmosphere.
High energy women's college basketball at Kimmel Arena with competitive Division I play and Play4Kay breast cancer awareness, offering free entry for survivors and a spirited student section community atmosphere.
Raucous college basketball clash as UNC Asheville Bulldogs host Winthrop Eagles, with halftime Journey League performances and a kids market along the concourse creating family-friendly, arena-style game-night energy.
Raucous college basketball clash as UNC Asheville Bulldogs host Winthrop Eagles, with halftime Journey League performances and a kids market along the concourse creating family-friendly, arena-style game-night energy.
Raucous college basketball clash as UNC Asheville Bulldogs host Winthrop Eagles, with halftime Journey League performances and a kids market along the concourse creating family-friendly, arena-style game-night energy.
Crisp fall ciders and German style brews set a festive beer garden vibe with pub crawl energy, evening tastings, and communal toasting—an autumn celebration centered on local cider and seasonal revelry.
Crisp fall ciders and German style brews set a festive beer garden vibe with pub crawl energy, evening tastings, and communal toasting—an autumn celebration centered on local cider and seasonal revelry.
Crisp fall ciders and German style brews set a festive beer garden vibe with pub crawl energy, evening tastings, and communal toasting—an autumn celebration centered on local cider and seasonal revelry.
Late night bar hopping across Asheville's best pubs, blending patriotic party energy, drink specials, and organized pub crawl pacing for groups. Expect lively crowds, 21 plus atmosphere, and celebratory Independence Day revelry.
Late night bar hopping across Asheville's best pubs, blending patriotic party energy, drink specials, and organized pub crawl pacing for groups. Expect lively crowds, 21 plus atmosphere, and celebratory Independence Day revelry.
Late night bar hopping across Asheville's best pubs, blending patriotic party energy, drink specials, and organized pub crawl pacing for groups. Expect lively crowds, 21 plus atmosphere, and celebratory Independence Day revelry.
High-energy mixer for digital nomads and remote professionals, pairing craft beer and upbeat music with quick icebreakers and structured networking to spark local collaborations and casual after-hours community building.
High-energy mixer for digital nomads and remote professionals, pairing craft beer and upbeat music with quick icebreakers and structured networking to spark local collaborations and casual after-hours community building.
High-energy mixer for digital nomads and remote professionals, pairing craft beer and upbeat music with quick icebreakers and structured networking to spark local collaborations and casual after-hours community building.
Weeklong prix-fixe celebration of Asheville’s culinary scene, with chef-driven tasting menus and seasonal, locally sourced dishes across participating restaurants; scheduled Jan 20–26 and Feb 17–23, 2026, for trying new spots.
Weeklong prix-fixe celebration of Asheville’s culinary scene, with chef-driven tasting menus and seasonal, locally sourced dishes across participating restaurants; scheduled Jan 20–26 and Feb 17–23, 2026, for trying new spots.
Weeklong prix-fixe celebration of Asheville’s culinary scene, with chef-driven tasting menus and seasonal, locally sourced dishes across participating restaurants; scheduled Jan 20–26 and Feb 17–23, 2026, for trying new spots.
Action-packed single-day camps filled with outdoor games, nature-based activities, and hands-on crafts for school-aged kids, guided by trained staff to build confidence, friendships, and new adventure skills.
Action-packed single-day camps filled with outdoor games, nature-based activities, and hands-on crafts for school-aged kids, guided by trained staff to build confidence, friendships, and new adventure skills.
Action-packed single-day camps filled with outdoor games, nature-based activities, and hands-on crafts for school-aged kids, guided by trained staff to build confidence, friendships, and new adventure skills.
High energy collegiate women's basketball action as the UNC Asheville Bulldogs host the Radford Highlanders at Kimmel Arena, with a lively student section, ticketed seating and family friendly game day atmosphere for local fans.
High energy collegiate women's basketball action as the UNC Asheville Bulldogs host the Radford Highlanders at Kimmel Arena, with a lively student section, ticketed seating and family friendly game day atmosphere for local fans.
High energy collegiate women's basketball action as the UNC Asheville Bulldogs host the Radford Highlanders at Kimmel Arena, with a lively student section, ticketed seating and family friendly game day atmosphere for local fans.