Office of Special Events Last updated or reviewed on September 5, 2025 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, McCormick Field, Aston Park Tennis Center, John B Lewis Soccer Complex and outdoor special events, permitted by the City’s Office of Special Events. Event Permit Resources, Guides & Forms Public Assembly Registration Street Performer Guidelines Pushcart Permit Application Contact Information Jon Fillman, Community Event Manager (828) 259-5738 Let’s Chat! – Schedule time here: https://calendar.app.google/mteqpXGvoS4c6Rbo6 Kate O’Connor, Business Services Specialist (828) 713-6705 City of Asheville Office of Special Events Department of Community & Regional Entertainment Facilities 29 Haywood St. (by appt.) Asheville, NC 28801 Mailing Address PO Box 7148 Asheville, NC 28802
