What we do Last updated or reviewed on April 23, 2026 The Department of Community & Regional Entertainment Facilities manages a unique collection of sporting & entertainment facilities and operations. Over 1.5 Million people participate in programs or attend events at the facilities, including the Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville, ExploreAsheville.com Arena, Thomas Wolfe Auditorium, WNC Nature Center, Home Trust Park, Aston Park Tennis Center, John B Lewis Soccer Complex and outdoor events within parks and public spaces, permitted by the City’s Office of Special Events. Community & Regional Entertainment Facilities Asheville Muni Golf Course Aston Park Tennis Center Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville John B. Lewis Soccer Complex Home Trust Park Office of Special Events Commercial Film/Photography WNC Nature Center Connect Address 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC 28801 Mailing Address PO Box 7148 Phone Number 828-259-5452 Email Address ccorl@ashevillenc.gov DirectorChris Corl Related Services Improved Uses or Additions to Public Space Learn about pathways to implement temporary or permanent physical improvements, installations, or activations that support placemaking. Public Art Street Pole Banners Temporary Activation Program Public Space Enhancements Program Events and Gatherings Learn about permits and requirements for events, performances, demonstrations, and other gatherings. Public Property Private Property Public Assembly Street Performance Explore Related ServicesRelated Projects Arts and Entertainment Facility The City of Asheville, along with the Ambassador Theater Group Entertainment (ATG Entertainment) is exploring the feasibility of a 2,500 seat Arts and Entertainment Center in Asheville’s central business district. The City of Asheville has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ATG Entertainment for predevelopment work to create a public-private Arts and Entertainment facility. Municipal Golf Course Front 9 Restoration The City of Asheville is restoring the Municipal Golf Course after Hurricane Helene caused catastrophic damage to the area. For project updates, timeline, and background information, read more. WNC Nature Center – Gateway to the Southern Appalachians Enhancement Project Click to read more. Explore Related ProjectsCommunity & Regional Entertainment Facilities News The WNC Nature Center maintains prestigious Zoos and Aquarium accreditation Posted on October 7, 2026October 8, 2026 by Kim Miller Our team at the Nature Center does it again! Recognized for the sixth time through accreditation for the gold standards in animal care, veterinary programs, conservation, education, safety and many other areas staff sets for our animals and facility. City Hall will be closed Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day Posted on September 1, 2026September 1, 2026 by Kim Miller City offices will be closed Monday, september 7 to observe the Labor Day holiday. Find out more on any City provided services you may use. Actions and presentations at the August 25, Asheville City Council Meeting Posted on August 25, 2026 by Kim Miller Helene recovery continues and amendments to the UDO brings an opportunity for more diverse housing at the latest City Council meeting Explore Community & Regional Entertainment Facilities News
Improved Uses or Additions to Public Space Learn about pathways to implement temporary or permanent physical improvements, installations, or activations that support placemaking. Public Art Street Pole Banners Temporary Activation Program Public Space Enhancements Program
Events and Gatherings Learn about permits and requirements for events, performances, demonstrations, and other gatherings. Public Property Private Property Public Assembly Street Performance
Arts and Entertainment Facility The City of Asheville, along with the Ambassador Theater Group Entertainment (ATG Entertainment) is exploring the feasibility of a 2,500 seat Arts and Entertainment Center in Asheville’s central business district. The City of Asheville has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ATG Entertainment for predevelopment work to create a public-private Arts and Entertainment facility.
Municipal Golf Course Front 9 Restoration The City of Asheville is restoring the Municipal Golf Course after Hurricane Helene caused catastrophic damage to the area. For project updates, timeline, and background information, read more.
The WNC Nature Center maintains prestigious Zoos and Aquarium accreditation Posted on October 7, 2026October 8, 2026 by Kim Miller Our team at the Nature Center does it again! Recognized for the sixth time through accreditation for the gold standards in animal care, veterinary programs, conservation, education, safety and many other areas staff sets for our animals and facility.
City Hall will be closed Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day Posted on September 1, 2026September 1, 2026 by Kim Miller City offices will be closed Monday, september 7 to observe the Labor Day holiday. Find out more on any City provided services you may use.
Actions and presentations at the August 25, Asheville City Council Meeting Posted on August 25, 2026 by Kim Miller Helene recovery continues and amendments to the UDO brings an opportunity for more diverse housing at the latest City Council meeting
