City of Asheville announces nearly $7 million in additional Helene recovery funds from FEMA and state
Asheville receives additional federal and state funds to assist the City's continued Helene recovery efforts
Department: Parks and Recreation
Find Your March Pot of Gold with Asheville Festivals and Events
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 league to make the most of the month.
Best Bets for Outdoor Fun in Asheville This Spring
Spring is the perfect time to explore the natural beauty and unique spirit of the Asheville area’s abundant outdoor offerings. Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) is ready to help shake off the winter chill with a packed schedule of programs, adventures, and events for all ages and interests.
Off the Bench: Open Futsal for Women
Open Futsal for Women meets at Stephens-Lee Community Center’s indoor gymnasium on 30 George Washington Carver Avenue. An outdoor futsal court is located at Roger Farmer Park on 71 Deaverview Road.
Magic on the Mat: The Rise of Girls’ Wrestling in Asheville
If you buy a mat, they will come. That was the philosophy Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) embraced when it launched a youth wrestling program last year. And they did come – in surprising numbers, often led by girls.
City of Asheville Invites Public to View and Provide Input on Riverfront Recovery Designs with Design Workshop, Survey, and Community Events
Residents are invited to a drop-in design workshop to view multiple design concepts and visualizations shaped directly by public feedback on the French Broad Riverfront Parks Project and the Azalea Parks and Infrastructure Projects. Join the Project Teams at a Community Design Workshop, Saturday, February 28, 2026, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., for a first look at how project teams have translated the community’s priorities into visual plans for a more resilient riverfront.
APR Innovators: Tracy Wyman
APR Innovators is an Asheville Parks & Recreation series highlighting team members going above and beyond to bring huge value to community members through knowledge, connections, and insight that come from a desire to create the best city possible through the power of high-quality recreation programs and safe parks that welcome everyone.
Register for Asheville Parks & Recreation Summer Camp
Click to read more.
How to Join the 2026 Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and SilverArts Showcase
Click to read more.
City Council takes action on Helene Recovery at January 27, 2026 Council Meeting
All City Council meetings are open to the public , with live streams of meetings and recordings also available on the City of Asheville YouTube channel.
City of Asheville Winter Storm Informational Updates
This post will contain the most recent information pertaining to the extreme winter weather forecasted for our area. Please monitor for rolling updates
Find the February Flow with an Asheville Locals’ Must-Do List
Click to read more.