As the calendar flips to March, Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) is ready to help community members balance their lion and lamb states of mind with a packed schedule of events, activities, and programs for all ages and interests including special holiday celebrations, engaging wellness opportunities, fun for the whole family, and sports leagues to make the most of the month. Programs fill up fast, so dive into this round-up of March offerings and secure your spot for a month of unforgettable Asheville adventures.
Team members will also be at a number of events in early March to gather feedback to rebuild the city’s riverfront parks, greenways, and public infrastructure impacted by Tropical Storm Helene. Visit the Riverfront Recovery project hub for multiple ways to provide feedback.
March 2026 Special Events and Festivals in Asheville
- Register for Bad Painting Bonanza on March 4
- Register for Adult Recess on March 6
- Register for Rec ‘n’ Roll at Choctaw Park on March 7
- Register for March Madness Bingo on March 7
- Register for Women’s History Jeopardy and Brunch on March 8
- Register for Jam Sessions Jam and Jelly Tasting on March 11
- Register for Ruff ‘n’ Roll Doggie Days at Riverbend Dog Park on March 12
- Register for Daddy and Daughter Celebration on March 14
- Register for Aladdin’s Arabian Night Party on March 20
- Register for Puzzle Palooza on March 21
- Register for Gardening for Beginners on March 25
Outdoor, Mindfulness, and Wellness Programs
- Register for Adult Yoga on March 9 and March 20
- Register for Relaxing Holistic Community Healing Session on March 29
- Check out this article for APR Outdoor Recreation’s spring calendar for hiking, fishing, nature walks, rock climbing, and archery
If hunting for eggs and other treasures is a spring tradition, join the Asheville Bunny for adventure in the grass.
- Register for Glow in the Park Scavenger Egg Hunt on March 27
- Register for Doggie Egg Hunt on March 29
- Register for Toddler Egg Hunt on April 1
- Register for Golden Years Egg Hunt for Adults 50+ on April 2
- Register for Spring Eggstravaganza Festival on April 4
Activities for Teens, Kids, and Toddlers
- Register for Art in the Park Make and Take Crafting on March 3
- Register for Toddler Discovery Time on March 3, March 17, and March 31
- Register for Fitness Center Training for Teens which begins March 3
- Register for Intro to Improv for Kids and Teens which begins March 4
- Register for Family Paint Night which begins March 4
- Register for Bead Crafting on March 4 and March 25
- Register for Parents Night Out on March 6
- Register for Friday Night Spike Volleyball Fundamentals for Ages 9-12 which begins March 6
- Register for Teen Fitness Speed and Agility Training which begins March 6
- Register for Montford Toddler Story Time which begins on March 9
- Register for Level Up Gaming Night on March 13 and March 27
- Register for Twilight Imperium Day on March 27
- Register for Parents Night Out on March 27
- Register for Teen Night Kickback on March 27
- Register for Refresh Festival for Ages 16 and Under on March 28
Register for Camps, Athletics, and Sports Leagues
- Register for APR Summer Camp starting March 2
- Register for APR Spring Break Camp starting March 7
- Register for Co-ed Adult Softball by March 7
- Register for Men’s Adult Softball by March 7
- Register for Co-ed Youth Flag Football by March 20
- Register for Open Futsal for Women by March 25
- Register for Wrestling for Ages 6-12 by March 29
- Register for Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and SilverArts by March 31
- Register for Therapeutic Recreation Adaptive Baseball by March 31
Explore on More with Asheville Parks & Recreation
These are just a few of the hundreds of programs, activities, and special events taking place in Asheville parks and community centers every month! Programs fill up fast and many require advance registration, so it’s worth spending some time planning which activities and events to attend. Use these resources to discover additional opportunities:
- Pick up a copy of APR’s free program guide at community center locations
- Search programs online, available in multiple languages via Google Translate’s Website Translator
- Follow APR on Facebook and Instagram
- Discover parks, greenways, playgrounds, and recreation locations throughout Asheville