Office of Special Events Last updated or reviewed on April 24, 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. Outdoor Special Event Resources, Guides & Forms A comprehensive overview of property schedules, fees, timelines, policies, and production requirements, including links to required forms and other resources for permitting outdoor special events conducted on both public and private properties. Non-Permitted Public Assembly Registration Street Performer Guidelines (Busking) 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
