Asheville Now – Your Guide to the City of Asheville NC

It is our mission to be the most comprehensive informational guide to the City of Asheville and Western North Carolina. We work hard to present a fresh, authentic perspective on the city of Asheville and Western NC, and provide the most accurate portrayal of area resources. With the help of visitor feedback and community contribution, we are confident that we can properly represent the local color and vitality that make Asheville, North Carolina one of the most amazing places on earth.


Asheville Mountain Living

Mountain Living Equals Better Living!

Living in the Mountains of Western North Carolina can provide a quality of life rarely matched anywhere in the world. Whether you are just moving to these mountains, or have lived in the City of Asheville your entire life, we are confident that our Mountain Living section will have the lifestyle resources you are looking for.

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In This Section: Asheville Real Estate, Asheville Mortgage, Moving & Relocating Guide, Renting Guide, Education, Traditional Health Care, Alternative Health Care, and Environmental Guide

Asheville Arts and Entertainment Guide

Your Guide to the Arts in Asheville, NC

Downtown Asheville benefits from a plethora of art, theater and cultural attractions, but to get a true glimpse of all of the Arts & Entertainment that Western NC has to offer, you will have to get off the beaten path. Begin by exploring the River Arts District, or one of the cozy mountain towns that surround Asheville NC.

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In This Section: Calendar of Events, Attractions, Tours & Day Trips, Museums & Historical Attractions, Artists & Galleries, Movie Showtimes, Performing Arts, Music, Clubs & Nightlife, and Festivals in WNC.

Asheville Outdoor Activities Guide

Recreation Opportunities are Plentiful in WNC

Travelers, and locals alike, benefit from the near endless array of Outdoor Activities found in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Few areas offer the diversity of hiking, biking, kayaking, golf, rock climbing, sight seeing, and other activities found in and around the City of Asheville.

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In This Section: Blue Ridge Parkway, Rock Climbing, Skiing, Golf, Waterfalls, Scenic Views, Kayaking & Rafting, Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, Motorcycle Riding, Gem & Mineral Mining, & more....

Asheville Restaurants and Bars

Your Guide to Restaurants and Dining Options

The Asheville, NC area offers a level of culinary diversity often reserved for the largest, trendiest cities. New, interesting restaurants can be found around every corner in the city of Asheville, and also in many of the surrounding communities and towns. Use our Dining Guide as a starting spot, or just get out there and explore.

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In This Section: Asheville Restaurants & Bars, Dining in Downtown, Beyond Downtown, Featured Dining Spots, Healthy Eats & Grocers, Healthy Resources, Top Picks, and Restaurants by Category.

Asheville Business Directory

Thousands of Area Businesses in Hundreds of Categories

Asheville NC is a hot bed for the entrepreneurial spirit, and has long enticed visionaries and creative spirits. The fruits of their labor can be found in the hundred plus directories within our Business Directory. Whatever type of business your looking for, it can be found here.

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In This Section: Accommodations, Advertising, Attorneys & Legal Services, Automotive, Banking, Charities & Non-profits, Clubs & Organizations, Classifieds, Events & Weddings, Home Improvement, Shopping, and more...
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Asheville Mortgage
Updated August 15th 2008
One of the most crucial steps in the real estate purchasing process is acquiring a mortgage. The Asheville NC area boasts a strong real estate market and with it comes a healthy and competitive mortgage market. Visit our Asheville Mortgage guide to get started.

Asheville Blogs
Updated August 1st 2008
The Asheville area has a lively and energetic blogging community. Area bloggers cover a wide range of topics from local and national politics and area news to art and Appalachian culture. Learn more about Asheville Blogs.

Asheville NC Banks
Updated July 25th 2008
The city of Asheville, NC is home to numerous national banks, regional banks and even several local banking establishments. Visit our Asheville Banks guide to learn more.

Asheville Savings Bank
Updated July 25th 2008
Asheville Savings Bank has been in Western North Carolina for over 50 years. The bank currently operates 13 consumer branches in 7 different communities across Western North Carolina including 6 branches in Asheville alone. Visit our Asheville Savings Bank page to learn more.

Horseback Riding Guide
Updated July 24th 2008
Horseback riding in Western North Carolina offers a rustic, authentic mountain outdoors experience, and a wonderful opportunity to enjoy nature with the whole family. Visit our Horseback Riding Guide to Learn More.

Asheville Beer & Brewing Guide
Updated July 22nd 2008
This section is dedicated to all things beer in Asheville and Western NC. In this section you will find Asheville Area Breweries, featured Pubs, Bars, and Brewpubs, Asheville Beer Stores, and much more. We hope that you enjoy the content and remember to enjoy your beer!

Asheville Tourists Baseball
Updated June 24th 2008
Everyone's favorite summer sport, baseball, has had a home in Asheville for over a century. The local AA farm team appropriately named the Asheville Tourists, feeds into the major league Colorado Rockies' division two team. Even if you aren't an avid baseball fan, this is a great place to people watch, or just enjoy a night out doing something different. To learn more visit our Asheville Tourists Baseball guide.

Asheville Art Museum
Updated May 23nd 2008

The Asheville Art Museum is the only community based nonprofit visual art organization in Western North Carolina. Visit our Asheville Art Museum guide to learn more about the exhibits, programs, partnerships and awards won by Asheville’s premier art museum.

Asheville Mountain Living
Arts and Entertainment
Western North Carolina Outdoor Activities
A Guide to Restaurants and Dining Options
Business Directory
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Asheville Events Calendar

Silent Beauty: A View of the Changing Seasons - Cynthia Walker
North Carolina Arboretum
Mon. - Sat. 9 am - 5 pm, Sun. 12 - 5 pm
828-665-2492
Free after parking fee.
Our Precious Land: Visions and Scenes of North Carolina
North Carolina Arboretum
Mon. - Sat. 9 am - 5 pm, Sun. 12 - 5 om
828-665-2492
Free after parking.
Haywood Community College Graduate Show
Folk Art Center
9 am - 5 pm
828-298-7903
Free
Kaleidoscope - Contemporary Landscape Sculpture Exhibit
North Carolina Arboretum
Mon. - Sat. 9 am - 5 pm, Sun. 12 - 5 pm
828-665-2492
Free after parking.
North Carolina Mountain State Fair
Western North Carolina Agriculture Center
All Day
828-687-9272
Adults: $5.00, Children (6-12) and Seniors $2.00, Under 5 Free.
Sculpture for the Garden
Grovewood Gallery
Mon. - Sat. 10 am - 6 pm, Sun. 11 am - 5 pm
828-253-7651
Free
'Pleasant Journeys and Good Eats Along the Way' A Retrospective of Paintings by John Baeder
Asheville Art Museum
Tues. - Fri. 10 am - 5 pm, Sat. 10 am - 8 pm, Sun. 1 pm - 5 pm
828-253-3227
Free to members or with admission.
Biltmore's Flower Carpet Exhibition
Biltmore Estate
Daily
1-800-543-2961
Biltmore Admission Required
Let It Pour: Contemporary Craft Pitchers from the James Goode Collection
Asheville Art Museum
Tues. - Fri. 10 am - 5 pm, Sat. 10 am - 8 pm, Sun. 1 pm - 5 pm
828-253-3227
Free with museum admission or membership.
Summer Art Camp Student Exhibition
Asheville Art Museum
Tues. - Fri. 10 am - 5 pm, Sat. 10 am - 8 pm, Sun. 1 pm - 5 pm
828-253-3227
Free
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