Be aware of parking meter payment scams
The City does not use QR codes on parking meters, and parking customers should not scan any codes to pay for parking.
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.
Asheville Fire Department now accepting applications for the 2026 Citizens Academy
The Asheville Fire Department is accepting applications for the 2026 Citizens Academy!
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 announces City Council Meeting with Budget public comment: February 24, 2026
All City Council sessions are open to the public and live streams are available on the City's YouTube channel. The February 24 meeting agenda includes public comment opportunity on FY27 proposed budget
City of Asheville Moves Forward with Sidewalk Restoration on North Lexington Avenue; Public Information Session Scheduled for February 26
The City of Asheville is moving forward with a sidewalk restoration project on North Lexington Avenue aimed at improving pedestrian safety and accessibility. The public is invited to attend an upcoming informational engagement session on Thursday, February 26. This session will offer a direct opportunity to view initial renderings of project plans and ask questions of the project team.
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.
Asheville Mardi Gras Parade takes place on Sunday February 15
Let the good times roll with family and friends as Asheville celebrates Mardi Gras 2026! Downtown Parade Feb 15 - kicks off 3 p.m.
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.
What’s Up AVL! This week we look at City emergency reponse to recent winter weather
This week on What's Up AVL! How lessons learned in Helene helped shape our City staff and resources response to recent winter weather storms
Asheville Asks – What is WaterSmart and how can I use it?
Water Resources is excited to announce the launch of WaterSmart, a free and user-friendly online service for our customers to help manage your water consumption and your utility bill.
Construction to begin on Johnston Boulevard Sidewalk
Coming Soon: 1 mile of new sidewalk on a main thoroughfare in West Asheville!
How to Join the 2026 Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and SilverArts Showcase
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Winter Weather Updates
LATEST UPDATE: Feb 5 8:30 a.m. Continuous updates for City of Asheville service impacts related to winter weather
Asheville City Council approves $15.5M in funding for Small Business Support Program
In an important next step for small business recovery following Tropical Storm Helene, the Asheville City Council approved a $15.5 million funding recommendation on Tuesday, January 27, to support the City’s Small Business Support Program (SBSP), funded through the Community Development Block Grant–Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program.
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 announces City Council Meeting: January 27, 2026 10:00 a.m.
Please be advised that impending weather and concern for public safety may impact the ability to hold this meeting. Please continue to monitor this and City of Asheville social media sites for updates to any required scheduling changes.
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