Lemon-AID | A Drag Fundraiser for AVL Period Pantry

Drag performers take the stage on Halloween to raise money and menstrual products for Asheville Period Pantry, a local initiative that provides free period supplies to anyone who needs them. The show doubles as a costume contest, so dressing up could land some prizes.

Bettie Rage, Saline and Damien Reid Romance perform, with Milo Mawile hosting. Admission is ten dollars or a donation of menstrual products. All proceeds go to the pantry. Bring cash to tip the performers.

Doors open at 6:30 pm Saturday, October 31, show starts at 7 pm at Ginger's Revenge Riverside Tasting Room, 829 Riverside Dr.

Ginger's Revenge is Asheville's original craft ginger beer brewery and tasting room, located on Riverside Drive in the River Arts District. They brew gluten-free alcoholic ginger beers with 95% organic ingredients and rotate creative flavors like Cranberry Herb, Hibiscus Lavender, and Lime Agave. Eight ginger beers on tap, draft cocktails, snacks, and live music on weekends.

Even self-described non-ginger-beer people tend to leave converted after a flight at Ginger's Revenge. Locals credit the staff for walking first-timers through flavor pairings without any craft-beer snobbery, and the small-batch, sustainability-focused approach gets called out as the reason people bring out-of-town guests here.

Ginger's Revenge

Looking for live music in Asheville tonight? Find venues and show schedules downtown, on the South Slope, in West Asheville and the River Arts District. Almost all post shows as Scoops on Dig Local, so check a profile before you go. Downtown, The Orange Peel on Biltmore Avenue and Asheville Music Hall on Patton Avenue book touring bands, Jack of the Wood has hosted Celtic and bluegrass nights since 1997, and Hotel Eve does live jazz on Lexington Avenue. The South Slope has Eulogy on Buxton Avenue, Revival on Asheland Avenue and outdoor concerts at Asheville Yards on Coxe Avenue. Along Haywood Road in West Asheville, catch a set at The Odd, Fleetwood's or The Double Crown, or a quieter show at AyurPrana Listening Room and Story Parlor. The River Arts District has The Grey Eagle on Clingman Avenue and full album sides on vinyl at Joyful Noise. Hellbender by The Orange Peel puts outdoor shows on the Swannanoa River. Head east to Black Mountain for White Horse, Town Pump Tavern and Pisgah Brewing's outdoor stage, or north to JuneBug Retro Resort in Weaverville. For theater and orchestra, see the Wortham Center, the Asheville Symphony and free Shakespeare from Montford Park Players.

Live Music in Asheville, NC: Venues, Shows and Events

Asheville breweries pour everything from crisp lagers to wild sours, and these taprooms, brewpubs and craft beer bars are worth the trip, downtown and across the mountains. On the South Slope, the Funkatorium pours sour and funky beers, Wicked Weed's original brewpub anchors Biltmore Avenue, and Asheville Brewing Company has taprooms on Coxe Avenue and Merrimon Avenue. The River Arts District has Wedge Brewing, New Belgium on the French Broad River, RAD Brewing and Ginger's Revenge for gluten-free ginger beer. West Asheville has Archetype Brewing, One World Brewing West and Westville Pub on Haywood Road. Just north in Woodfin, Zillicoah and Riverside Rhapsody sit along Riverside Drive, and Salt Face Mule adds 36 holes of mini golf. East Asheville's Highland Brewing is the city's first craft brewery, and Black Mountain has Pisgah Brewing and Lookout Brewing. South of town, try Sweeten Creek Brewing, Turgua in Fairview, 12 Bones Smokehouse in Arden, and Sierra Nevada and Mills River Brewing in Mills River. Every brewery below has hours, photos and directions.

Breweries in Asheville, NC: Craft Beer and Taproom Guide

Experience the rich flavors of Asheville, NC’s wine and spirits scene, featuring local wineries, craft distilleries, and stylish wine bars. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, cocktail aficionado, or simply looking to savor small-batch spirits, Asheville offers a diverse range of tasting experiences and expertly crafted beverages. Explore vineyard tours, distillery tastings, and cozy bars offering innovative cocktails made with local ingredients. Find the perfect spot to unwind, celebrate, or discover new favorite drinks in this dynamic southern city known for its vibrant beverage culture and craftsmanship.

Wine and Spirits in Asheville, NC: Distilleries and Wine Bars

Asheville is a dog friendly town, and these breweries, restaurant patios, bars, shops and pet services welcome you and your dog. Many breweries allow leashed dogs, including Highland Brewing and its meadow in East Asheville, Wedge Brewing, RAD Brewing, New Belgium and Ginger's Revenge in the River Arts District, and Archetype, One World West and Westville Pub on Haywood Road in West Asheville. Downtown, Wicked Weed's brewpub has two pet friendly patios, the Funkatorium is on the South Slope, and Twisted Laurel and Posana have dog friendly patios near Pack Square. Woodfin has Zillicoah, Riverside Rhapsody and Salt Face Mule along the French Broad River. South of town, try Sweeten Creek Brewing, 12 Bones Smokehouse in Arden, Turgua in Fairview, and Sierra Nevada and Mills River Brewing in Mills River. Black Mountain has Pisgah Brewing and Lookout Brewing. For pet supplies and care, visit Asheville Pet Supply on Merrimon Avenue and All Pets Animal Hospital on Patton Avenue. Every listing below has hours, photos and directions.

Lemon-AID | A Drag Fundraiser for AVL Period Pantry

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