Volunteers are needed for the 5th annual Easter on the Green, presented by Earth Fare, on Saturday, April 19 from 2-5pm on Roger McGuire Green at Pack Square Park. The Asheville Downtown Association needs volunteers to man the inflatables, handle the check in table, escort children to visit with the Easter Bunny, assist sponsors, set […]
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Downtown After 5 Kickoff Celebration March 26
The Asheville Downtown Association will announce the lineup for the 26th season of Downtown After 5 Music Series (DA5), presented by Harmony Motors, on Wednesday, March 26 at The Orange Peel. 2013 series opener, Empire Strikes Brass, will perform. This year’s announcement will be open to the public at the super low ticket price of […]
ADA Selects Nonprofit Partners for Downtown After 5
The Asheville Downtown Association (ADA) today announced the recipients of its 2014 Downtown After 5 wristband grants. Chosen organizations sell wristbands at one of the five concerts and receive a grant of up to $2,000. 2014 marks the 26th Anniversary season of Downtown After 5, presented by Harmony Motors. The season’s lineup will be announced […]
Downtown After 5 nonprofit wristband applications now available
The Asheville Downtown Association is now accepting applications for our nonprofit wristband program, part of the Downtown After 5 summer concert series. Chosen organizations sell wristbands at one of the five concerts and receive a grant of up to $2,000. The application deadline is Friday, Feb. 7 with announcements made on Thursday, Feb. 13. More […]
Asheville Downtown Association accepting nominations for Downtown Heroes
The Asheville Downtown Association (ADA) is seeking nominations for the 2013 Downtown Heroes Awards. Downtown Heroes are individuals or organizations who have significantly impacted downtown Asheville, have been active in its revitalization, and have contributed time and energy to improve the downtown area for businesses, residents and tourists. A nomination form is available at ashevilledowntown.org. […]
Asheville Holiday Parade winners announced
The Asheville Downtown Association today announced the winning entries for the 67th Annual Asheville Holiday Parade, held Saturday, November 23. Entries were judged in four categories: civic/non-profit, cheerleading/gymnastics, dance and corporate/business. Judges included Esther Manheimer, mayor-elect; Manteo Mitchell, 2012 Olympic silver medalist; Tracey Johnston-Crum, Omni Grove Park Inn and Richard Handy, Director NYS3. Civic/Nonprofit: 1st […]
Toys for Tots drive at JingleFest, following Asheville Holiday Parade
The Asheville Downtown Association is collecting toys for its Toys for Tots drive during JingleFest on Saturday, November 23. JingleFest is the official after party for the Asheville Holiday Parade, presented by Bonjangles. The parade begins at 11am heading north on Biltmore Avenue from S. Charlotte Street, then west on Patton Avenue ending at French […]
Electric Bingo, Trick or Treat programs bring Mtn Oasis attendees to downtown businesses
Mountain Oasis Electronic Music Summit organizers recently announced a new program, Electric Bingo, to engage residents and festival-goers with downtown Asheville businesses. It’s simple. Just pick up a Bingo card from one of the participating locations, get four stamps in a row (horizontal, vertical or diagonal), and present the card at the merchandise booth at […]
Asheville Downtown Association hosting mayoral and council candidate forum October 14
The Asheville Downtown Association (ADA) will host a Candidate Forum on Monday, October 14 beginning at 5:30pm in The Century Room at Pack’s Tavern. The forum will include both mayoral and city council candidates. All candidates are expected to attend. Moderated by WCQS News Director, David Hurand, candidates will be asked a series of questions […]
Sweet lineup of local beers to be featured at Asheville Oktoberfest
The Asheville Downtown Association’s Oktoberfest, presented by Harmony Motors, returns on Saturday, October 12 from noon to 6pm on Coxe Avenue on downtown Asheville’s south slope. Advance tickets are $25 through September 9 and are available at ashevilledowntown.org. Tickets increase to $30 after September 9 and $35 after October 6. Oktoberfest is a 21 and […]
Strong Towns: A New Model of Growth, free presentation hosted by the ADA
The Asheville Downtown Association is hosting “Strong Towns: A New Model of Growth,” a special presentation by planning expert, Chuck Marohn. This candid talk about the future of America’s cities, towns and neighborhoods will take place Thursday, September 19 from 6-8pm at The Orange Peel. The presentation is free to attend. Please RSVP here. The […]
Public invited to answer survey in advance of Downtown Candidate Forum
The Asheville Downtown Association will host a City Council and Mayoral Candidate Forum on Monday, October 14 from 5:30-7:30pm in The Century Room at Pack’s Tavern. The forum will be moderated by WCQS News Director, David Hurand. Candidates will be asked a series of questions regarding issues in Downtown Asheville. The Asheville Downtown Association’s Issues […]
Mountain Oasis Festival offering programs for businesses to engage with attendees, meeting tonight
10,000 music fans will be in Downtown Asheville October 25-27 for the Mountain Oasis Electronic Music Festival. How can your business benefit? Join festival organizers for an informational meeting tonight, Wednesday, August 28 from 6-8pm at The Mill Room located at 66 Asheland Avenue. *Refreshments served, cash bar Meet with representatives from festival organizers, AC […]
AC Entertainment and ADA hosting Mountain Oasis Electronic Music Summit info meeting
AC Entertainment and the Asheville Downtown Association are hosting an informational meeting to discuss how businesses can engage with Mountain Oasis Electronic Music Summit attendees. The meeting will take place Wednesday, August 28 from 6-8pm at The Mill Room, 66 Asheland Avenue. Meet with representatives from festival organizers, AC Entertainment, and learn more about the […]
Tickets for 5th annual Asheville Oktoberfest on sale Monday at noon
The Asheville Downtown Association’s Oktoberfest, presented by Harmony Motors, returns on Saturday, October 12 from noon to 6pm on Coxe Avenue on downtown Asheville’s south slope. Tickets will go on sale Monday, August 12 at noon. Advance tickets are $25 through September 9 and are available at ashevilledowntown.org. Tickets increase to $30 after September 9 […]
Asheville Downtown Association now accepting applications for the 2013 Asheville Holiday Parade
The 67th Asheville Holiday Parade, produced by the Asheville Downtown Association (ADA), may still be months away but planning is underway. This year’s parade will be on Saturday, November 23 at 11am. The parade theme is “A Star is Born” to honor the many talented dancers, painters, singers, actors and artists that reside and perform […]
ADA and LEAF Schools & Streets bring additional free programming to Pritchard Park
The Asheville Downtown Association has partnered with LEAF Schools & Streets to bring additional programming to Pritchard Park this summer. Performances by LEAF Schools & Streets teaching artists take place from 5:30-6:30pm and are open to the public. LEAF Schools & Streets is a local educational outreach program matching artists with youth in schools and […]
Polyphony Marimba brings free show to Prtichard Park Sunday
As part of the Asheville Downtown Association’s Pritchard Park Cultural Arts Program, Polyphony Marimba will play a free concert on Sunday, July 21 from 3-6pm. Part of the percussion family, the marimba consists of wooden bars with resonators. The bars are struck with mallets to produce musical tones. Polyphony Marimba is a nationally touring marimba […]
All local lineup at Friday’s Downtown After 5
The 25th Anniversary Season of Downtown After 5, presented by Harmony Motors, returns Friday, July 19 from 5-9pm with the Asheville All-Stars taking the stage following opener, Pleasure Chest. Taking place the 3rd Friday of the month from May through September, Downtown After 5 is located at N. Lexington Avenue and I-240 and is always […]
Downtown After 5 returns tonight to Lexington Ave. with Shonna Tucker & Eye Candy, The Hermit Kings
The 25th Anniversary Season of Downtown After 5, presented by Harmony Motors, returns tonight, June 21, from 5-9pm with Shonna Tucker and Eye Candy taking the stage following local opener, The Hermit Kings. Taking place the 3rd Friday of the month from May through September, Downtown After 5 is located at N. Lexington Avenue and […]
Volunteer for Downtown Clean Up Day on July 1
The Asheville Downtown Association (ADA) will host a Downtown Clean Up Day on Monday, July 1 from 8am to 5pm. 250 volunteers are needed to help in three shifts: 8-11am, 11am-2pm and 2-5pm. Businesses, organizations, clubs and associations are encouraged to volunteer as a group. Register here. The ADA is working in partnership with Asheville […]