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Asheville’s Holiday Season Brings Mountain Magic and Festive Fun

As winter wonder moves to the North Carolina mountains, Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) has plenty of festive celebrations to make the 2025 holiday season merry and bright for the young and young-at-heart during Holly Jolly Holidays in November and December. Space is limited, so advance registration is strongly recommended even if an event is free.

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Skate, Compete, and Feast with November Fun in Asheville

As the falling leaves of October give way to the quieter, reflective mood of November, Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) shifts its focus toward seasonal activities, skill-building opportunities, and early holiday cheer. Before the winter season truly takes hold, November offers a chance to explore history, refine talents, compete with friends, and connect with neighbors over shared meals and fun events.

Area deemed safe after Asheville Fire Department responds to gas leak in Montford

Asheville Fire responded to a gas leak caused by planned Water maintenance work near the intersection of Montford Avenue and Watauga Street at 244 Montford Ave., Asheville. Enbridge Gas is on scene and secured the leak at 11:05 a.m. Individuals within a two-block area of this location were asked to evacuate to the Tempie Avery Montford Community Center at 34 Pearson Drive, and are now safe to return to their home.

An Asheville October Must-Do List from Asheville Parks & Recreation

As the first full month of fall, October offers opportunities for crisp mornings, cool evenings, and connecting with neighbors and the world around us before the hustle and bustle of the holidays. While the surrounding mountains treat us to a spectacular show of bright yellow, orange, and purple hues, Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) has activities, special events, and classes to help community members grow and discover.

Helene Milestone Breakfast to be held September 27

The City of Asheville invites the community to a Helene Milestone Breakfast honoring the partnerships and collaboration that have grown out of the Helene emergency and recovery response with special remarks from Mayor Esther Manheimer.

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Hard-2-Recycle is September 13, sign up to volunteer for post-collection sorting & packaging

We need your help! The City of Asheville Sanitation Division is seeking volunteers to help sort, rinse, weigh, and package collected material on the Monday following the main event. Please choose a 1-hr time slot from the options provided. PPE (gloves) will be provided. No experience or specialized training is necessary to participate.

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