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Friday, August 1, 2025
Hometown Harvest Market
Aug 1 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Anchored Oak Adventure Farm

🌾 Hometown Harvest Market at Anchored Oak Farm
1st & 3rd Fridays | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Starting June 6th
📍 Anchored Oak Adventure Farm, 5693 Locust Hill Rd, Travelers Rest, SC
Join us for Hometown Harvest, a charming evening market series at Anchored Oak Adventure Farm—where community, craftsmanship, and countryside come together!
This family-friendly market features a curated lineup of local artisans, makers, growers, and producers, alongside a rotating featured food truck, and plenty of space to relax and explore. Guests can shop handmade goods, visit our petting farm, enjoy a picnic at one of our tables, and soak in the simple joys of a Friday evening on the farm.
Whether you’re looking for unique local gifts, fresh finds, or just a fun way to wind down the week with your family, Hometown Harvest offers a little something for everyone.
✨ What You’ll Find:
Handmade crafts & homegrown goods
Food truck
Petting farm & animals to meet
Picnic areas & family space to play
A down-home, feel-good atmosphere
Come out, connect with neighbors, support small businesses, and celebrate the best of local living—right here at the farm.
INTERESTED IN BEING A VENDOR: Free for the 2025 inaugural season! Email [email protected]

Saturday, August 2, 2025
17th Annual Asheville Comedy Festival
Aug 2 all-day
Wortham Center for Performing Arts

Thursday, July 31 – Ben Bailey, Emmy-winning host of Cash Cab, brings hisrazor-sharp wit and storytelling mastery to the stage.
Friday, August 1 – Rising comedy sensation Jessica Michelle Singleton, known for
her raw honesty and viral stand-up clips, delivers a night of fearless, unfiltered humor.

Saturday, August 2 – Fan favorite and comedy powerhouse Eleanor Kerrigan, whose
no-holds-barred style and magnetic energy have made her a staple on the national
comedy scene, closes out the weekend with a bang.

The laughs keep rolling August 7–9, with multiple showcase performances featuring over 30
of the fastest-rising comedians from across the U.S. These hand-picked performers represent
the next wave of comedy, from sharp observational wits to boundary-pushing storytellers.

All ACF shows begin at 7:30 PM at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, a
state-of-the-art venue in the heart of Asheville’s vibrant downtown.

The laughs keep rolling August 7–9, with multiple showcase performances featuring over 30
of the fastest-rising comedians from across the U.S. These hand-picked performers represent
the next wave of comedy, from sharp observational wits to boundary-pushing storytellers.

All ACF shows begin at 7:30 PM at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, a
state-of-the-art venue in the heart of Asheville’s vibrant downtown.

Tickets on sale NOW at
https://www.worthamarts.org/events/the-17th-annual-asheville-comedy-festival/. Early purchase
is strongly recommended — this festival has a history of sell-out shows and unforgettable
surprises.

Ticket prices for the 17th ACF are $23.50-$28.50 + fees while supplies last.
A limited supply of “Cosmo Passes” are also available!. The pass will be good for all shows and
has a savings of 35%!

Saturday Market on Main Street
Aug 2 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Main Street

On Saturday mornings from the beginning of May until the end of October, two blocks of downtown Greenville’s Main Street are transformed into a bustling farmers’ market. The market features over 75 vendors selling the season’s freshest produce and the area’s most original and high quality crafts. Each week thousands of people flock to the TD Saturday Market for locally-sourced products where all food must be grown or produced within 100 miles of Greenville and crafters are highly-encouraged to use locally-sourced supplies.

There is something undeniably special about Greenville’s TD Saturday Market. We invite you to join us Saturday mornings to experience it for yourself!

Sunday, August 3, 2025
Louis CK: Ridiculous
Aug 3 @ 7:30 pm
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium

Louis C.K. is a six-time Emmy Award and three-time Grammy Award winner.  He has released over ten stand up specials including his most recent “Louis C.K. at the Dolby,”  “Sorry,” and “Sincerely, Louis C.K.,” all released direct to fans on his website.  In 2023, C.K. live-streamed his sold out in the round performance from Madison Square Garden, aptly named “Back To The Garden,” through his website.  Previous specials include “Shameless,” “Chewed Up,” “Hilarious,” “Word – Live at Carnegie Hall” (audio), “Live at the Beacon Theater,” “Oh My God,” “Live at the Comedy Store,” and “Louis C.K. 2017.” C.K. is the creator, writer, director, and star of the Peabody Award winning shows “Louie” and “Horace and Pete.”  C.K. also co-wrote, directed, and appeared in the feature film “Fourth of July,” released in theaters nationwide in July 2022.  In January 2015, he became the first comedian to sell out Madison Square Garden three times for the same tour.

Fans can go to Louiskc.com for more information.

Thursday, August 7, 2025
17th Annual Asheville Comedy Festival
Aug 7 all-day
Wortham Center for Performing Arts

Thursday, July 31 – Ben Bailey, Emmy-winning host of Cash Cab, brings hisrazor-sharp wit and storytelling mastery to the stage.
Friday, August 1 – Rising comedy sensation Jessica Michelle Singleton, known for
her raw honesty and viral stand-up clips, delivers a night of fearless, unfiltered humor.

Saturday, August 2 – Fan favorite and comedy powerhouse Eleanor Kerrigan, whose
no-holds-barred style and magnetic energy have made her a staple on the national
comedy scene, closes out the weekend with a bang.

The laughs keep rolling August 7–9, with multiple showcase performances featuring over 30
of the fastest-rising comedians from across the U.S. These hand-picked performers represent
the next wave of comedy, from sharp observational wits to boundary-pushing storytellers.

All ACF shows begin at 7:30 PM at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, a
state-of-the-art venue in the heart of Asheville’s vibrant downtown.

The laughs keep rolling August 7–9, with multiple showcase performances featuring over 30
of the fastest-rising comedians from across the U.S. These hand-picked performers represent
the next wave of comedy, from sharp observational wits to boundary-pushing storytellers.

All ACF shows begin at 7:30 PM at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, a
state-of-the-art venue in the heart of Asheville’s vibrant downtown.

Tickets on sale NOW at
https://www.worthamarts.org/events/the-17th-annual-asheville-comedy-festival/. Early purchase
is strongly recommended — this festival has a history of sell-out shows and unforgettable
surprises.

Ticket prices for the 17th ACF are $23.50-$28.50 + fees while supplies last.
A limited supply of “Cosmo Passes” are also available!. The pass will be good for all shows and
has a savings of 35%!

Friday, August 8, 2025
17th Annual Asheville Comedy Festival
Aug 8 all-day
Wortham Center for Performing Arts

Thursday, July 31 – Ben Bailey, Emmy-winning host of Cash Cab, brings hisrazor-sharp wit and storytelling mastery to the stage.
Friday, August 1 – Rising comedy sensation Jessica Michelle Singleton, known for
her raw honesty and viral stand-up clips, delivers a night of fearless, unfiltered humor.

Saturday, August 2 – Fan favorite and comedy powerhouse Eleanor Kerrigan, whose
no-holds-barred style and magnetic energy have made her a staple on the national
comedy scene, closes out the weekend with a bang.

The laughs keep rolling August 7–9, with multiple showcase performances featuring over 30
of the fastest-rising comedians from across the U.S. These hand-picked performers represent
the next wave of comedy, from sharp observational wits to boundary-pushing storytellers.

All ACF shows begin at 7:30 PM at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, a
state-of-the-art venue in the heart of Asheville’s vibrant downtown.

The laughs keep rolling August 7–9, with multiple showcase performances featuring over 30
of the fastest-rising comedians from across the U.S. These hand-picked performers represent
the next wave of comedy, from sharp observational wits to boundary-pushing storytellers.

All ACF shows begin at 7:30 PM at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, a
state-of-the-art venue in the heart of Asheville’s vibrant downtown.

Tickets on sale NOW at
https://www.worthamarts.org/events/the-17th-annual-asheville-comedy-festival/. Early purchase
is strongly recommended — this festival has a history of sell-out shows and unforgettable
surprises.

Ticket prices for the 17th ACF are $23.50-$28.50 + fees while supplies last.
A limited supply of “Cosmo Passes” are also available!. The pass will be good for all shows and
has a savings of 35%!

Saturday, August 9, 2025
17th Annual Asheville Comedy Festival
Aug 9 all-day
Wortham Center for Performing Arts

Thursday, July 31 – Ben Bailey, Emmy-winning host of Cash Cab, brings hisrazor-sharp wit and storytelling mastery to the stage.
Friday, August 1 – Rising comedy sensation Jessica Michelle Singleton, known for
her raw honesty and viral stand-up clips, delivers a night of fearless, unfiltered humor.

Saturday, August 2 – Fan favorite and comedy powerhouse Eleanor Kerrigan, whose
no-holds-barred style and magnetic energy have made her a staple on the national
comedy scene, closes out the weekend with a bang.

The laughs keep rolling August 7–9, with multiple showcase performances featuring over 30
of the fastest-rising comedians from across the U.S. These hand-picked performers represent
the next wave of comedy, from sharp observational wits to boundary-pushing storytellers.

All ACF shows begin at 7:30 PM at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, a
state-of-the-art venue in the heart of Asheville’s vibrant downtown.

The laughs keep rolling August 7–9, with multiple showcase performances featuring over 30
of the fastest-rising comedians from across the U.S. These hand-picked performers represent
the next wave of comedy, from sharp observational wits to boundary-pushing storytellers.

All ACF shows begin at 7:30 PM at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts, a
state-of-the-art venue in the heart of Asheville’s vibrant downtown.

Tickets on sale NOW at
https://www.worthamarts.org/events/the-17th-annual-asheville-comedy-festival/. Early purchase
is strongly recommended — this festival has a history of sell-out shows and unforgettable
surprises.

Ticket prices for the 17th ACF are $23.50-$28.50 + fees while supplies last.
A limited supply of “Cosmo Passes” are also available!. The pass will be good for all shows and
has a savings of 35%!

Sourwood Festival 2025
Aug 9 all-day

Things to Know

Festival Entry
The Sourwood Festival is free and open to the public.

Pet Policy
Furry friends are welcome to attend the Sourwood Festival! All pets must be on a leash at all times. Please clean up after your pet.

Festival Location 
The Sourwood Festival takes place in historic downtown Black Mountain. Vendors and festival events will be hosted on Cherry St., Sutton Ave, Black Mountain Ave, Broadway Ave, Vance Ave and Town Square.

Food
The Sourwood Festival will feature snack vendors. We highly encourage attendees to visit one of the over 50 local restaurants Black Mountain and Swannanoa have to offer!

Road Closures 
During the Sourwood Festival, these streets will be closed to traffic, creating a pedestrian-friendly experience – Cherry St, Sutton Ave, Black Mountain Ave, and a small portion of Vance Ave.

Parking & Shuttle 
Free public parking is available at the old Bi-Lo, and additional parking is at the Black Mountain Ingles near the Garden Center. A free shuttle will pick up at this location every 15 minutes and drop festival goers off on Vance Ave.

Bathrooms
Public restrooms are available on Cherry Street and in Town Square, and there will be regular and handicap porta-jons throughout the festival area.

Saturday Market on Main Street
Aug 9 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Main Street

On Saturday mornings from the beginning of May until the end of October, two blocks of downtown Greenville’s Main Street are transformed into a bustling farmers’ market. The market features over 75 vendors selling the season’s freshest produce and the area’s most original and high quality crafts. Each week thousands of people flock to the TD Saturday Market for locally-sourced products where all food must be grown or produced within 100 miles of Greenville and crafters are highly-encouraged to use locally-sourced supplies.

There is something undeniably special about Greenville’s TD Saturday Market. We invite you to join us Saturday mornings to experience it for yourself!

Sal Vulcano
Aug 9 @ 7:00 pm
Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville

Staten Island native Sal Vulcano is best known for creating and starring in truTV’s long-running hit “Impractical Jokers,” and for “The Misery Index” on TBS. In addition to performing as part of The Tenderloins Comedy Troupe to sold-out arenas, Sal founded the No Presh Network in 2020, hosting “Hey Babe!” and “Taste Buds” podcasts. Sal’s debut solo comedy special ‘Terrified’ was released in May 2024 on YouTube.

Sunday, August 10, 2025
Sourwood Festival 2025
Aug 10 all-day

Things to Know

Festival Entry
The Sourwood Festival is free and open to the public.

Pet Policy
Furry friends are welcome to attend the Sourwood Festival! All pets must be on a leash at all times. Please clean up after your pet.

Festival Location 
The Sourwood Festival takes place in historic downtown Black Mountain. Vendors and festival events will be hosted on Cherry St., Sutton Ave, Black Mountain Ave, Broadway Ave, Vance Ave and Town Square.

Food
The Sourwood Festival will feature snack vendors. We highly encourage attendees to visit one of the over 50 local restaurants Black Mountain and Swannanoa have to offer!

Road Closures 
During the Sourwood Festival, these streets will be closed to traffic, creating a pedestrian-friendly experience – Cherry St, Sutton Ave, Black Mountain Ave, and a small portion of Vance Ave.

Parking & Shuttle 
Free public parking is available at the old Bi-Lo, and additional parking is at the Black Mountain Ingles near the Garden Center. A free shuttle will pick up at this location every 15 minutes and drop festival goers off on Vance Ave.

Bathrooms
Public restrooms are available on Cherry Street and in Town Square, and there will be regular and handicap porta-jons throughout the festival area.

Friday, August 15, 2025
Hometown Harvest Market
Aug 15 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Anchored Oak Adventure Farm

🌾 Hometown Harvest Market at Anchored Oak Farm
1st & 3rd Fridays | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Starting June 6th
📍 Anchored Oak Adventure Farm, 5693 Locust Hill Rd, Travelers Rest, SC
Join us for Hometown Harvest, a charming evening market series at Anchored Oak Adventure Farm—where community, craftsmanship, and countryside come together!
This family-friendly market features a curated lineup of local artisans, makers, growers, and producers, alongside a rotating featured food truck, and plenty of space to relax and explore. Guests can shop handmade goods, visit our petting farm, enjoy a picnic at one of our tables, and soak in the simple joys of a Friday evening on the farm.
Whether you’re looking for unique local gifts, fresh finds, or just a fun way to wind down the week with your family, Hometown Harvest offers a little something for everyone.
✨ What You’ll Find:
Handmade crafts & homegrown goods
Food truck
Petting farm & animals to meet
Picnic areas & family space to play
A down-home, feel-good atmosphere
Come out, connect with neighbors, support small businesses, and celebrate the best of local living—right here at the farm.
INTERESTED IN BEING A VENDOR: Free for the 2025 inaugural season! Email [email protected]

Saturday, August 16, 2025
Saturday Market on Main Street
Aug 16 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Main Street

On Saturday mornings from the beginning of May until the end of October, two blocks of downtown Greenville’s Main Street are transformed into a bustling farmers’ market. The market features over 75 vendors selling the season’s freshest produce and the area’s most original and high quality crafts. Each week thousands of people flock to the TD Saturday Market for locally-sourced products where all food must be grown or produced within 100 miles of Greenville and crafters are highly-encouraged to use locally-sourced supplies.

There is something undeniably special about Greenville’s TD Saturday Market. We invite you to join us Saturday mornings to experience it for yourself!

Saturday, August 23, 2025
Saturday Market on Main Street
Aug 23 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Main Street

On Saturday mornings from the beginning of May until the end of October, two blocks of downtown Greenville’s Main Street are transformed into a bustling farmers’ market. The market features over 75 vendors selling the season’s freshest produce and the area’s most original and high quality crafts. Each week thousands of people flock to the TD Saturday Market for locally-sourced products where all food must be grown or produced within 100 miles of Greenville and crafters are highly-encouraged to use locally-sourced supplies.

There is something undeniably special about Greenville’s TD Saturday Market. We invite you to join us Saturday mornings to experience it for yourself!

Thursday, August 28, 2025
Tom Segura: Come Together
Aug 28 @ 7:30 pm
Peace Center
Actor/Comedian/Writer Tom Segura is one of the biggest names in the comedy business. He is currently selling out venues all over the world on his Come Together tour. This follows his highly successful, I’m Coming Everywhere World Tour, where he played over 300 shows. Segura is best known for his Netflix specials Ball Hog (2020), Disgraceful (2018), Mostly Stories (2016), and Completely Normal (2014).
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Saturday Market on Main Street
Aug 30 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Main Street

On Saturday mornings from the beginning of May until the end of October, two blocks of downtown Greenville’s Main Street are transformed into a bustling farmers’ market. The market features over 75 vendors selling the season’s freshest produce and the area’s most original and high quality crafts. Each week thousands of people flock to the TD Saturday Market for locally-sourced products where all food must be grown or produced within 100 miles of Greenville and crafters are highly-encouraged to use locally-sourced supplies.

There is something undeniably special about Greenville’s TD Saturday Market. We invite you to join us Saturday mornings to experience it for yourself!

Sunday, August 31, 2025
Boomtown Arts & Heritage Festival
Aug 31 all-day
Pack Square Park
Boomtown Arts & Heritage FestAVL proudly announces its return to downtown Asheville, set for August 29-31, 2025, at Pack Square Park. This year’s festival emphasizes community resilience and celebrates the region’s history of rebuilding in the wake of natural disasters. Drawing inspiration from Asheville’s emergence as a vibrant boomtown following “The Great Flood” of 1916, the 2025 festival seeks to support regional recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene.
The three-day, family-friendly festival will offer a dynamic lineup of musical performances, heritage trail tours, wellness activities, interactive workshops, and local artisans, all aimed at highlighting and preserving Asheville’s unique cultural tapestry. Boomtown FestAVL will feature rich programming designed to engage residents and visitors alike in celebrating the city’s past, present, and future.
Chin Community of Greenville Chin New Year Festival
Aug 31 all-day
Greenville Convention Center

Join us for the Chin New Year Festival August 29-31, 2025.

Event will be held in the Ballroom and Woodside Conference Center, parking will be available off Exposition Drive.

Ali Siddiq: In the Shadows
Aug 31 @ 7:00 pm
Peace Center

Ali Siddiq is a stand-up comedian and public speaker out of Houston, TX. In 2024, Vulture called him stand-up comedy’s most prolific storyteller. Ali’s unique style of stand-up originated behind the walls of incarceration, an incubator for interesting experiences and good stories. He is the first comedian to ever release a 4-part series of comedy specials, The Domino Effect 1-4, which has over 40 million views combined on YouTube.

Monday, September 1, 2025
NC Apple Festival
Sep 1 all-day
Downtown Hendersonville

Join us on August 29th through September 1st for the 2025 NC Apple Festival in downtown Hendersonville, North Carolina, for a fun-filled celebration of apples, local culture, and community spirit. Whether you’re here for the delicious apple-inspired treats, the exciting street fair, or the family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone!

We’re thrilled to bring together over 250,000 visitors each year to celebrate the rich heritage of Henderson County’s apple-growing tradition. From the vibrant parade to live music, and of course, the best apples around, the festival is a one-of-a-kind experience you won’t want to miss!

We can’t wait to see you at the NC Apple Festival, where community, family, and fun come together in the heart of Hendersonville.