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WHAT

World tubing record attempt and zombie float on the French Broad River.

HOW

Preregistration and a signed waiver form are required. Free tickets and waivers are available at ashevillezombiefloat.com. The tickets will instruct registrants where to unload and park; participants must provide their own inner tubes. Dressing as a zombie is encouraged but not required, and makeup artists will be available on-site before the event. No alcohol allowed on the river.

WHEN

Saturday, Sept. 20. Check-in will run from 9 to 11:30 a.m. The Salvage Station (665 Riverside Drive) will host a daylong “after-party” from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. featuring food trucks, local beer and music by DJ Molly Parti, Lyric and The Krektones. Admission is free.

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