Asheville – Anyone who ever went to First Night Asheville, a huge street party and celebration that covered all of downtown Asheville, knows that New Year’s Eve has just never been the same. But this is still wild, weird, eclectic Asheville, and there are lots of fun and unique things for all different types of people to do.
If you’re into the bar and brewery scene, we have an abundance of that; live music, we’ve got that; fancy dress up celebrations, yep, we’ve got that too. If that’s not your thing, we’ve got yoga events to ring in the New Year, a rucking event, cooking classes, creative arts workshops, and more. Space is limited at some events and may sell out early.
The Big Events
Asheville Symphony
Bond, James Bond, will be ringing in the New Year as the Asheville Symphony presents New Years Eve with 007, with powerhouse vocalists Mikki Sodergren and Jonathan Christopher bringing dreams of martinis (shaken, not stirred), Aston Martins, custom watches from Q, and the beloved MI6 agent. The Asheville Symphony will be playing hits from Bond movie favorites like the James Bond Theme, Goldfinger, Skyfall, and more. Start the new year in style by unleashing your inner Bond.
Grove Arcade: Back with 2nd its New Year’s Eve Celebration!
Time travel to the 1920s at the historic Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville. The NYE Roaring Twenties, a New Year’s Eve “speakeasy soiree,” will be from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Dec. 31 at 1 Page Ave. The landmark shopping mall will transform with era-inspired décor complementing the building’s ornate 1920s architecture. Various entertainers will perform, including the Emerald Empire Band. The jazz musicians will play a set of songs from the era until 11 p.m., followed by a Top 40 setlist until 1 a.m. At midnight, join in the countdown to the new year with a champagne toast. The Gatsby-esque gala will feature a full-service bar, a flashback photo booth, and other surprises throughout the venue. Guests should dress accordingly and act like it’s Gatsby’s party.
Isa’s French Bistro: The Roaring 20s-themed New Year’s Eve Party
Event will be hosted from 9 p.m.–12:30 a.m. Dec. 31 in the restaurant’s private event room, The Cellar, 1 Battery Park Ave. The ticketed event will feature a live band performance, light bites from the charcuterie and dessert boards, one drink ticket, and a champagne toast. An additional drink ticket will be given to guests having dinner at Isa’s that evening.
New Year’s Eve at The Horse Shoe Farm
Ring in the New Year at The Farm with a five-course celebratory feast, complete with live music and a complimentary glass of bubbly! The Silo Bar will remain open until midnight to celebrate in style with drinks & merriment. The Horse Shoe Farm is an 85+ acre riverfront estate that offers nightly accommodations near Asheville for up to 50 guests. A private event space and The Stable Spa are available. The spa is open to the public by appointment as well as to guests staying on the property.
The Dolly Party
The Dolly Parton Inspired Country Western Diva Dance Party at Grey Eagle Music Hall This ain’t no disco; it ain’t no country club either. Girls, get ready for The Dolly Party. This is for the 9-to-5 working girls with a calling from another era who just want something a little classic. Dance to the music of Dolly Parton, Tina Turner, Carrie Underwood, Reba McEntire, The Chicks, Loretta Lynn, Shania Twain, Whitney Houston, Kacey Musgraves, Donna Summer, and more. So wrangle your country-diva dancing queens and come party!
Doors: 8:30pm & Show: 9:30pm
9th Annual Thirst Monk NYE Keg Drop
The Thirsty Monk Biltmore Park welcomes 2023 with our Annual New Year’s Eve Keg Drop Celebration. At midnight we drop our two story high Golden Keg to celebrate the end of 2022 and the beginning of 2023!
Hi-Wire Biltmore Village
“Dancing through the Decades’ NYE Prom from 8pm-1am!Dance your way through time where we’ll have the We Have Ignition band performing live songs from the 60’s and 70’s before DJ Rock Bottom spins the best from the 80’s, 90’s, 2000’s, and today! Contests include break dancing, moon walking, and Prom Royal Court, and we’ll have a free photo booth and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Foothills Local Meats will be open late with a VERY special limited NYE menu, and designated drivers will receive free soda all evening. So get your gang together and come dressed to dance around the decades!
Bear’s Smokehouse: A New Year’s Eve Party in the 1980s and 1990s!
Big screen ball drop, midnight champagne toast, drink specials, & more! Put on your 80’s & 90’s outfits and head on down to the South Slope to celebrate with us!
Asheville Guitar Bar—Early Bird New Year’s Eve Potluck
Celebrate the New Year early at AGB, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, so you can be home by midnight or to your next celebration before midnight! Bring a dish to share, or just come join the fun!
Asheville Mountain Kitchen—New Year’s Eve—Tapas Class
This event is unfortunately sold out, but keep it in mind for next year and book early.
Not Into Partying But Still Want To Have Fun?
Board & Brush
Join our most popular DIY workshop and create your own unique wood sign! Select a wood project from our gallery. We provide all the materials and instruct you step-by-step to create a beautiful piece for your home or as a gift. Choose from a variety of paint and wood stain colors in the workshop. Pre-registration is required. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Rucking New Year’s Eve—Old Fort
Don’t miss the after party at Hillmans, where we will recognize the highest miles accumulated and all your great accomplishments for the day!Don’t know what “rucking” is? Have you ever participated in a ruck? Rucking is the act of walking while carrying your weight on your back. Walking with a weighted rucksack (aka backpack) is a low impact exercise based on military training workouts. This is for both males and females.
9 a.m. to noon on December 31, 2023. Free. Ages: All (15 and under must be accompanied by an adult)
Ignite Jewelry Studios
New Year’s Eve Enameling A Silver Charm With Us! Spend an hour in the studio making a sterling silver and enamel charm. Choose your charm shape (birds, elephant, whale, or mountain) and your favorite color of enamel. We will sift the enamel onto the silver charm in a thin layer, then fire it in the kiln at 1,450 degrees to melt the glass enamel onto the silver, and repeat three to four times. The last step is adding the tiny silver eyeball! Leave class with a finished charm.
New Year’s Eve Board Game Bash at Well Played Board Game Café
VIP event filled with board games, fun, and lots of surprises. Starting at 10 p.m., different ticket entries include various drinks, small plates, merchandise, and raffle drawings.
Asheville Yoga Center
New Year’s Eve Intention Setting Practice (IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL) with Richard Fabio.
Take time this New Year’s Eve to cultivate the upcoming year. Most people make a New Year’s Resolution and drift away from their goal after just a few months. This year, by utilizing our yoga practice, we will take time to tune in, become fully aware of our wants and needs, and distill them into our resolutions for 2023. No prior experience is necessary, and all levels of yoga are welcome.
Space Station
Release and Rebirth: A NYE Ceremony & Celebration with Brian Piergrossi & Ecstatic Dance Journey with Ambassador C & Benji Bliss New Years Eve is a time to look back at the past year with gratitude for the lessons learned on the spiritual path, to release all that’s no longer necessary, and make ourselves fully available to be a clear, open channel for sacred magic and miracles to flow through us in 2023.. in a conscious, intentional way with deeply resonant community, and loved ones.
7-8:30p Doors & Ambient Set
8:30-9:30p Release & Rebirth Ceremony with Brian Piergrossi.
9:30-11:30 Ecstatic Dance Set by Ambassador C.
11:30-12:30a New Year’s Manifestation Meditation led by Brian Piergrossi12:30-1:30 Decompression by Benji Bliss & Friends
All of your favorite restaurants and watering holes should be open, but check to see if you need reservations.