Keeping the Arts at the Heart of Our Community

A New Chapter for the Asheville Urban Trail

After 23 years, Asheville’s Urban Trail welcomes Fluvial, a new public sculpture by Waynesville artist Rachel David celebrating art, craft, and community.

ArtsAVL Announces 2025–26 Grassroots Arts Grants for 49 Local Arts Nonprofits

ArtsAVL awards $171,546 in Grassroots Arts grants to 49 Buncombe County nonprofits, supporting recovery, education, and community connection.

Arts AVL Debuts New Fall Video Celebrating Local Arts Communities

ArtsAVL’s new fall video, part of its Redefine the Weekend campaign, highlights the creativity and charm of Buncombe County’s arts communities and local culture.

Fall Into Arts: Festivals, Exhibits & Workshops in Asheville & Buncombe County

Celebrate fall in the Asheville area with festivals, exhibits, and workshops. Discover October’s best arts events across Buncombe County.

Arts for Schools Grantees to Support High Quality Arts Programming for Buncombe’s K-12 Students

ArtsAVL awards over $50,000 to 17 artists and organizations to bring high-quality arts education to Buncombe County K–12 students in and out of school.