It’s time to start looking ahead to spring in Asheville, and that means thinking about all the wonderful, new outdoor gear that will be rolling out for the season.
The first annual Get In Gear Fest takes place March 21, featuring locally made outdoor gear designed to tackle all of the beautiful outdoor activities the region has to offer. The festival will highlight gear builders and offer demos, clinics, raffles, races, events, and local brews.
The event is free and will be at the RiverLink Park in the Asheville River Arts District, also known as the RiverLink Sculpture and Performance Plaza, site of the RiverMusic events).
If you go:
WHEN: Sat., March 21, noon-4 p.m.
WHERE: 144 Riverside Drive, Asheville
HIGHLIGHTS: The event features 25 local outdoor-gear sponsors and five local brewery sponsors, ample bicycle parking, and will be honoring the Love Asheville Go Local Card with special offers from local gear builders.
A full line up of events and races will be posted at www.outdoorgearbuilders.com/gearfest.
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