2026 Paddling Film Festival World Tour benefiting MountainTrue

ALL AGES
SEATED (FIRST COME FIRST SERVE) W/ ADDITIONAL STANDING ROOM
DISCOUNTED TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 12
PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT MOUNTAINTRUE
DOORS: 6PM
SHOW: 7PM
Purchase Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/servlet/s/38221413
It's back!! MountainTrue is excited to bring the Paddling Film Festival World Tour back to Asheville, North Carolina on Thursday, April 23rd in honor of Earth Day. All proceeds benefit the work of MountainTrue.
What better way to celebrate than by watching the best paddling films and being in community with other clean water supporters?! You’ll be inspired to explore rivers, lakes, and oceans, push extremes, embrace the paddling lifestyle, and appreciate the wild places.

Looking for real-deal live music in Asheville? The Grey Eagle totally fits the bill. This River Arts District staple is Asheville’s longest-running all-ages venue, and there’s something on the calendar almost every night—indie darlings, bluegrass legends, punk upstarts, even surprise hip hop sets. 

The spot opened way back in the ‘90s in a garage and grew into a must-visit hangout with tons of personality. Now you’ll find a spacious stage, great sound, open dance floor, patio for warm nights, and some of the tastiest tacos and craft beer in town, thanks to the in-house taqueria.

It holds about 550 people, so the energy is always high but never overwhelming. If catching concerts in Asheville sounds good, The Grey Eagle is one of those places you seriously can’t miss.

Locals rave about The Grey Eagle as a go-to destination for authentic Asheville music experiences. Whether it’s a cutting-edge local band or a nationally touring act, the crowd here is welcoming and passionate. The venue shoes a community spirit, often hosting benefit shows and special events that highlight Asheville’s rich creative culture.

The Grey Eagle Music Hall & Taqueria

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2026 Paddling Film Festival World Tour benefiting MountainTrue

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