February was the final month added to the revised Roman calendar since the Romans originally considered winter a monthless period with a new year starting in March. Even then, February was chosen as the only month with an even number of days at 28, thought to be unlucky at the time. However, the month isn’t a winter waste-away or unlucky time with plenty of new programs, returning opportunities, and special events from the Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) team.
Scroll on for highlights and check out all APR offers with these tools:
- Free program guides are available at community centers and online at ashevillenc.gov/apr-guide
- Search programs online in 249 languages via Google Translate’s Website Translator
- View weekly and monthly programs including open gym times, tai chi, salsa, pinochle, art, and more
- Sign up for APR newsletters including editions tailored to active adults and parents and families
Asheville Parks & Recreation February 2026 Program Highlights
This is just a sample! Visit ashevillenc.go/apr-guide or stop by an APR community center for a program guide with more opportunities for people of all ages. Spots fill up fast, so advance registration is highly recommended, even for free events. For most activities, registration opens 30 days prior to the event.
Special Events
- Climbing Wall Belay Clinic and Open Climb on February 1
- Black History Month events start February 11
- Creative Canvases: Valentine’s Masterpiece on February 13
- Burton Street Valentine’s Dance on February 13
- Cupid’s Canine Quest on February 14
Young Adults
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- Babywearing Dance Class meets on Tuesday and Thursday mornings
- CSI: Courageous, Strong, Intelligent Men meets on Thursday evenings
- Hip Hop Dance Fitness on February 2 and February 16
- Register for Men’s Softball and Co-ed Softball starting February 3
- Bad Painting Bonanza on February 4
- Love is in the Paint on February 6
- Pass the Canvas on February 6
- Intro to the Fitness Center on February 9
- Contact Improv Dance on February 9 and February 23
- APR’s Fly Fishing Skills series teaches fly tying on February 11 and intro to fly fishing on February 25
- Friday the 13th: A Terror Movie Night on February 13
- Karaoke Night on February 13
- Craft & Connect hosts sessions for trinket dishes on February 12 and drink coasters on February 26
- Indoor basketball, volleyball, and pickleball pickup games take place throughout the week at multiple community centers
- View all programs for adults
Teens
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- Teen Fitness: Weight Lifting meets Friday evenings
- Teen Laser Tag meets Friday evenings
- Training with Tre starts a new session on February 3
- APR’s Fly Fishing Skills series teaches fly tying on February 11 and intro to fly fishing on February 25
- Fun Day Out on February 13
- Lifestyle Choices Male Mentor Group meets on February 12
- Teen Leadership clubs meet weekdays at multiple community centers
- High school students work out for free at community fitness centers
- View all programs for teens
Older Adults and Retirees
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- Senior Sippers on February 3 and February 17
- Register for Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and SilverArts Showcase starting February 3
- Register for Treks Hiking Club’s March hikes starting February 4
- Day Trips: Marquee & the River Arts District on February 5
- Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games Track & Field Club meets on February 5 and February 19
- Pass the Canvas on February 6
- Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games Clinics hosts its monthly class on February 10
- APR’s Fly Fishing Skills series teaches fly tying on February 11 and intro to fly fishing on February 25
- Karaoke Night on February 13
- Lunch Bunch: Stoney Knob Café on February 19
- Let’s Paint! begins a new session on February 23
- Let’s Draw! begins a new session on February 26
- View all programs for older adults and retirees
Kids and Tweens
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- Art Garage Homeschool Creativity Class meets on Tuesday starting February 3
- Valentine’s Sweet Stop Arts & Crafts on February 4 and February 11
- Parents Night out at Stephens-Lee on February 6 and Parents Night Out at Grant Southside on February 27
- Learn to Climb for Ages 8-12 begins on February 9
- Homeschool Tabletop Club: Dungeons & Dragons meets on February 10 and February 24
- Wooden Easel Club on February 10 and February 24
- Fun Day Out on February 13
- Rec ‘n’ Roll brings games, sports, and arts and crafts to Hummingbird Park on February 21
- Kids Cooking Class: Breakfast for Dinner on February 26
- Registration for Youth Flag Football and Friday Night Spike are open now
- View all programs for kids and tweens
Toddlers
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- Tiny Tykes Play Dates take place each Wednesday at Stephens-Lee Center and Friday at Grant Southside Center
- Petite Picassos begins on February 2
- Tiny Tykes Toddler Discovery Time is in session on February 3 and February 17
- Rec ‘n’ Roll brings games, sports, and arts and crafts to Hummingbird Park on February 21
- View all programs for toddlers
Therapeutic Recreation
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- Adult Crafting on Tuesday mornings
- Adult Morning Movement on Wednesday mornings
- Club Connect hosts trivia, painting, science experiments, and sewing on Thursday afternoons
- TR After Dark: Sweetheart Dance on February 6
- Register for TR Tennis starting February 7
- Fun Day Out: Catawba Science Center Field Trip on February 13
That’s a lot, but it’s not everything! Visit ashevillenc.go/apr-guide or stop by an APR community center for the full program guide full of low- and no-cost opportunities – and make your February flow unforgettable!