City Hall will be closed Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day
City offices will be closed Monday, september 7 to observe the Labor Day holiday. Find out more on any City provided services you may use.
Things to Do in Asheville This September: Classes, Sports, and Special Events
Enjoy September's mix of late summer fun and crisp autumn evenings with APR programs throughout the month including camping skills, fall baking, laser tag, special events, and more!
Actions and presentations at the August 25, Asheville City Council Meeting
Helene recovery continues and amendments to the UDO brings an opportunity for more diverse housing at the latest City Council meeting
City of Asheville Introduces Unified Design for Azalea Parks and Infrastructure Recovery Project
City of Asheville has merged thousands of community comments into a unified design for the Azalea Parks and Infrastructure Recovery Project which will rebuild and reimagine City-owned public spaces along the Swannanoa River. Lean more on how to view the concept and follow along with project updates
Register Now: ‘Coaching for Safer Communities’ Training
To help youth coaches better support kids and teens, APR is excited to provide Coaching for Safer Communities, a specialized training program designed to equip coaches with essential tools and insights.
The Mid-Day Shift: Asheville’s Homeschool Recreation Hub
APR has plenty of youth and teen enrichment opportunities planned for the upcoming season – including many mid-day programs for homeschool students.
Therapeutic Recreation Inspires Independence and Brings Fall Fun to Asheville
APR's Therapeutic Recreation team has a packed schedule to bring fun, independence, and life-changing experiences designed for individuals with disabilities.
Eight Can’t-Miss August 2026 Events in Asheville
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Shape the City’s Future at Asheville Parks & Recreation’s Park Bench Chats
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City of Asheville offices close July 3 for the Independence Day holiday: Celebrate July 4 in the South Slope
City offices will be closed Friday, July 3 to observe Indepdence Day. Learn more about impacted city services - and the downtown July 4 celebrations open to all community members as we celebrate America's 250th birthday!
City of Asheville Introduces Unified Design for French Broad Riverfront Parks Recovery Project
City of Asheville is introducing a unified design concept for the French Broad Riverfront Parks Project, synthesizing thousands of resident voices into a single, cohesive vision. Learn the many ways you can view the designs and future feedback opportunities
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: June 23, 2026
Be informed in 2026! All City Council sessions are open to the public, with live streams and recordings available on the City's YouTube channel. The June 23 session will include Helene recovery items addressing funding & infrastructure and affordable housing - along with a Public Hearing on a proposed moratorium on Data Centers. Read the many ways to can partiicapte or follow along
City of Asheville offices to close Friday, June 19, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday
City Offices will be closed Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.
Local MLK Association and City of Asheville announce 2026 Juneteenth Celebration events June 16-20
Make your plans! The City of ASheville is proud to support the MLK Association of Buncombe County and Asheville in hosting a week of Juneteenth celebration events June 16-20
APR Innovators: DeVonte Penland
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Off the Bench: Get Your Dye On
Asheville’s parks and community centers offer no shortage of activities to keep summers colorful, but sometimes Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) program experts literally make the community more colorful. That is what led Grove Street Community Center Manager Shateisha Bowden to create Get Your Dye On, a tie-dye extravaganza for all ages taking place throughout the summer.