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PHOTO:OBJECT OPENING Exhibition - PUSH GALLERY

Check out the First Friday Art Opening at Push Skate Shop!

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Donate today and all contributions will be matched and doubled!

Xpand Fest Makes Initial Announcements for Summer Lineup

Xpand Fest, a free arts and music festival in Asheville's South Slope, recently made their first announcement of headliners and sponsors.

Celebrating One Year of the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update!

Here’s some of what’s happening around Asheville this weekend. Also, Jason Sandford of Ashvegas and I just want to say thank you for watching – this episode of our weekend update marks the one-year anniversary of our video series. Cheers!

DANCE CLUB Asheville: Young Asheville Finds Fun Fitness

Next up in our series of Young Asheville Finds Fun Fitness, is a new wave of workout classes that have women of all ages and fitness backgrounds finding a new sense of self-empowerment and freedom.

The Asheville Climate March and a Film Premiere

The Climate March + A New Climate Listening Project Film Series

Brother Oliver to Play The Mothlight April 25

Brother Oliver comes to the Mothlight on Tuesday, April 25th. We sat down with the brothers before the show to talk about their unique brand of "Wild West Rock."

Asheville Butoh Fesitval on the GritVegas Weekend Update!

This weekend, we're featuring the 11th Asheville Butoh Festival, happening all weekend with performances and workshops at the Bebe Theatre downtown.

11th Asheville Butoh Festival 4/20-4/23 at Be Be Theatre

The 11th annual Asheville Butoh Festival begins tonight and runs through the weekend. Here's everything you need to know.

Asheville Music School Rock Band. Photo: Michael Oppenheim

Asheville Music School's Annual Benefit Takes Us On a Magical Mystery Tour

Thursday's annual benefit show at Isis Music Hall will raise funds for the Asheville Music School. Students and teachers will perform The Beatles' Magical Mystery Tour album in its entirety at the end of the evening.

5 Reasons to see MOBLEY at the Asheville Music Hall (4/20)

We're kind of huge fans of Austin-based artist Mobley (if you haven't noticed). Here are five reasons to get to Asheville Music Hall early and check out his set before The Hip Abduction.

Science, Not Silence

The March for Science comes to the Mountains on April 22.

photo:object @ PUSH Skateshop, OPEN CALL to ALL for Upcoming Exhibition + Zine

photo:object, a new show opening at PUSH Gallery on May 5, is seeking submissions that challenge makers of all types to make a "photograph" that pushes the boundary of "object."

The Hip Abduction to Play Asheville Music Hall April 20

The Hip Abduction is headlining the Asheville Music Hall, April 20, and the band was cool enough to answer a few questions in anticipation for their show.

Asheville Yoga Festival: 5 Weekend Highlights

The Asheville Yoga Festival happens from July 27-30 and brings together local and international talent from the yoga world. Here's what we're most excited about.

Moogfest Lineup: The Slow Reveal!

Moogfest has released its music acts, special guests, workshops and more over a series of weekly announcements. We're so excited!

GritVegas and BEAT LIFE at the RAD Skatepark

BEAT LIFE at the RAD Skatepark: Featured Event of the GritVegas Weekend Update!

This weekend, we talk with Rob Gray (Cpt. Hyperdrive) about Saturday's free, all-ages BEAT LIFE event at the RAD Skatepark. Read on to find out the details and more of what's happening in town this weekend.

Rap Artist T.I brings Hustle Gang Tour to Asheville

Three-Time Grammy Award Winning Rap Artist T.I. knows how to reinvent himself and his upcoming Hustle Gang Tour is further proof of his drive and talent in doing so. Local promotor Joe Greene shares why this show is important for Asheville in diversifying its programming to be more inclusive.

Field Day is Back on the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update!

Our featured event this week is the Field Day & Spring Fling Dance at Salvage Station! Check out our video and our complete write-up of what's not to miss in town this weekend.

The CAKE Comedy Tour: Better Comedy Through Kickstarter

The four fiercely funny ladies of the CAKE Comedy Tour are using a Kickstarter to sell tickets to an event they're hoping to hold in Asheville on May 4th. Find out more here.

Attic Salt's "Clever, Biting Wit": An Interview with Executive Director Marci Bernstein

We talked with Marci Bernstein, co-founder of Attic Salt, about the newest offerings from the theatre company, what brought her to Asheville, dream projects, and the most fun she's ever had on stage.

Where to Watch the Final Four on the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update

This weekend, find out where to watch the Final Four (our picks for every part of town!), then stay out on the town with our weekend roundup.

Asheville City Soccer Club Will Bring Competition, Talent to the 828

The Asheville Soccer Club kicks off their season this Thursday, March 30, at Hi-Wire Brewing. We interviewed team president Ryan Kelley to get the details.

Well Played Board Game Cafe's Grand Opening: This Week's GritVegas Highlight!

This weekend, we highlight Well Played Board Game Cafe, opening Saturday, as part of our full round-up of all the events in town.

Prof. Logik headlines BEAT LIFE at the Mothlight

Prof. Logik will bring the noise to Friday's BEAT LIFE, an ongoing series that features the best in beats music from local and nationally-renowned producers. Tyler Ambrosius, LAVIER, and Vietnam Jerry also perform.

NYC People's Climate March (2014). Photo: Alejandro Alvarez

Artists in Resistance Brings Visual Artists, Musicians, and Community Together on April 5th

The Dogwood Alliance and Asheville Grit invite you to Artists in Resistance, an event that will create a forest-themed banner for the National Climate March. Artists in Resistance happens on April 5th from 4-8 p.m. at the BLOCK off Biltmore in downtown Asheville.

Third Coast Percussion Headlines 2017 {Re}HAPPENING [Interview]

Grammy-winning ensemble Third Coast Percussion comes to the 2017 {Re}HAPPENING with a legacy and a vision for what lies ahead. Asheville Grit talks with David Skidmore about what to expect.

Cat Fly Film Festival Highlights Local and Regional Talent in Asheville [Interview]

What's up with the giant cat faces? We talk with the organizers behind the Cat Fly Film Festival, happening April Fool's Weekend with events throughout Asheville. Weekend and day passes are on sale now.

Beer City Bicycles: Young Asheville Finds Fun Fitness

For the first outing in Young Asheville's new Fun Fitness Series, we explore Beer City Bicycles, which offers state-of-the-art workouts, plus bikes, accessories, and beer.

Allyson Ansusinha Charleston Fashion Week 2017

Allyson Ansusinha of Asheville Wins Emerging Designer Award: Charleston Fashion Week

Asheville designer Allyson Ansusinha has taken home a top prize from Lexus Charleston Fashion Week, one of the nation's premier fashion events. She'll show her entire collection in Saturday's finale event, which will stream live on Asheville Grit.

St. Patrick's Day 2017 Celebrations on the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update!

Don't rely on the luck o' the Irish—follow our rainbow to the top 5 spots to celebrate St. Patrick's Day this weekend. Check out all of our weekend recommendations here.

Odyssey Community School Combats Racism With a New Free Series

Odyssey School's free four-part session, "Teaching Kids about Racism and Racial Justice," aims to help parents and educators start conversations about diversity at an early age.

Color Me Goodwill Spotlights Growing Trend in Sustainable Fashion

Upcycled eco-fashion is a growing trend, bringing change to a country where over-consuming is typically the norm. The upcoming Color Me Goodwill fashion show highlights sustainable fashion by Asheville designers while raising awareness for Goodwill's mission: transforming donations into jobs and job training for thousands of people in Western North Carolina.

Simrit Kaur On Music-Making, Spirituality, and Resilience [Interview]

Simrit Kaur brings her ethereal, gorgeous sound to Asheville's Masonic Temple on Saturday, March 18th. We interviewed her about her new album, her favorite spiritual texts, and the cultural appropriation of yoga, among other things.

Local Website Seeks Actors for Mummy Prank & Film

The creator of a new peer-to-peer catering service is looking for actors and extras to do the Mummy Shuffle in a terrifyingly funny new ad campaign scheduled for March 18th.

Ben Sollee on Soundcheck AVL

Composer, cellist, singer, and storyteller Ben Sollee stops by the GritVegas studios before his 3/9 Mothlight show!

Terry Tempest: The Final Interview Exclusive on the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update!

We talk with cast and crew members from Terry Tempest: The Final Interview and give you a sneak peak of the show on this weekend update. More events in the write-up!

Ben Sollee Headlines the Mothlight with Utah Green

Cellist and singer Ben Sollee brings his signature sound to the Mothlight on Thursday, March 9th, with Jordan Ellis and opener Utah Green.

Darby Communications' Stand Up Initiative: Apply Now

Feel like saving the world? Darby Communications wants to work with you.

Diane Cluck Announces Asheville House Show, Singing Workshop March 5th & 6th

Freak folk icon hosts potluck and house show with Life Like Water in West Asheville this Sunday.

Jr. James, Flori Pate of Food Connection, and Ashley Heath

Food Connection Benefit Show + More On the Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update!

This weekend we're highlight the Food Connection Benefit Show and featuring some other great events around town!

That's So Asheville: Episode 2 — It's All About the Love

In the second episode of That's So Asheville, we talk with Veris and Ahnika Meyer-Wilde of the Second Star Sanctuary/RadFae Reading Room, and with local producer Cpt Hyperdrive (Rob Gray) about his new album Burning Roses, a creative project born of heartbreak.