Come sample some of our very own Asheville Symphony Musical Chefs’ delectable dishes as they face off in a Chili Cook-Off contest. There will be 8 entries and you will help judge the winner for the “Chili Crown.”   Who will be the winning Chef ?   You must come to vote for your favorite! Will […]

Join us for a delectable Fall dinner in the Ramble to listen to guitar legend Al Petteway’s amazing music. A Grammy and Indie Award-winning guitarist who calls this area home, Al is known for his lyrical and powerful finger-style acoustic guitar music. Your evening will start with a delicious buffet dinner and drinks as you […]

Come enjoy an afternoon of visual delights as you take in the amazing town and mountain views and remarkable art collection at Karen DePew and Steve Keeble’s lovely home. Collectors for over 15 years, our hosts retired here to participate in Western North Carolina’s historically significant and nationally recognized craft and art environment.   Stroll […]

This Musical Feast has it all: classical and contemporary music performed by talented Kyle Ritter, Alicia Chapman, Frances Duff and Lea Kibler, in the art-filled sanctuary of  The Episcopal Cathedral of All Souls.  Built in 1896 as the home church of the Vanderbilt family, it is famous for its architecture and vibrantly colorful windows.  Tasty […]

Meet in Asheville’s new River Arts Makers Place for lunch and tours of UNC-Asheville’s STEAM Art & Engineering Studio, Ginger’s Revenge, and the new French Broad Chocolate Factory and Sweets […]

Celebrate the Holiday Season caroling with friends both new and old at the festively decorated home of Carol and Hugh McCollum!  Begin the evening with beverages and delicious appetizers, while […]

This event has been cancelled. More information coming soon. <!-- The January “Mixtapes” Musical Feast has been reworked into a new event.  Who remembers Miles Hoffman and the fantastic Feast he presented on the music and life of Mo65zart during Amadeus, 2017?  Well. Miles is back! “Beethoven in C:  Confidence, Courage ad Chutzpah”  introduces us […]

A perfect Valentine evening of culinary delights with music by elegant harpist Carroll Ownbey awaits you. Entering the lovely Ramble home of Rose and Jon Lawrie, just before a winter sunset, you will be greeted with a Vanderbilt Martini, a glass of wine, or a refreshing spritzer as you unwind to soft jazz. Be pampered […]

“Man does not live by bread alone”….. a little cheese and wine helps! Spend a delightful winter afternoon at the popular downtown restaurant, Rhubarb, enjoying a farm-fresh luncheon buffet and learning about bread baking, cheese making and sparkling wines! You will see how various breads are made in Rhubarb’s pastry kitchen. You will be able […]

Please join us for an evening of great food and entertainment by some of Asheville’s premier young musicians from the Asheville Symphony Youth Orchestra. They will be accompanied by Vance Reese, well-known to us as a bass player in the Asheville Symphony Orchestra since 1996.  Vance is a man who possesses many interesting talents.  He […]

Catch a Leprechaun on St. Patrick’s Day (Tuesday, March 17th) and let him grant you three wishes to celebrate the day! Elegant Irish food and wine  Served in a beautiful and historic setting - the Albemarle Inn  Wonderful musical entertainment by Asheville Symphony musicians, Frances Duff and Rosalind Buda.  Your wishes are granted at this […]

“IMMORTAL BELOVED” the mystery, entertainingly explained by Darko  As spring begins to emerge outside, join Maestro Darko Butorac for a fascinating exploration of the life and music of Our Beloved Beethoven as we celebrate together his 250th birthday. This will be a feast for the senses, eyes, ears and mind, as we enjoy savory hors d’ […]

Spend a lovely late afternoon listening to Asheville’s own Song Bird, Simone Vigilante. Lauded as a “beautiful dramatic soprano capable of some awesome fireworks” she will delight you with an array of lyrical Broadway favorites, soulful spirituals, symphonic favorites and a love aria or three.  After her last melody, Momentum Gallery owner Jordan Ahlers will […]

Think young talent, Asheville Symphony Youth Orchestra, Brass Ensemble and old cars, Asheville’s own Antique Car Museum.   Imagine our young performers surrounded by the vehicles of the past from the time of Gatsby and the Vanderbilts, nestled in an original building of the historic Grovewood Village with deep ties to Asheville’s rich history. Snap […]