Office of Special Events

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.


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