The Department of Community & Regional Entertainment Facilities manages a unique collection of sporting & entertainment facilities and operations. Over 1.5 Million people participate in programs or attend events at the facilities, including the Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville, ExploreAsheville.com Arena, Thomas Wolfe Auditorium, WNC Nature Center, McCormick Field, Aston Park Tennis Center, John B Lewis Soccer Complex and outdoor special events, permitted by the City’s Office of Special Events.
Outdoor Special Event Resources, Guides & Forms
A comprehensive overview of property schedules, fees, timelines, policies, and production requirements, including links to required forms and other resources for permitting outdoor special events conducted on both public and private properties.
Non-Permitted Public Assembly Registration
Street Performer Guidelines (Busking)
Contact Information |
Jon Fillman, Community Event Manager
828-259-5738
Let’s Chat! – Schedule time here: https://calendar.app.google/mteqpXGvoS4c6Rbo6
Kate O’Connor, Business Services Specialist
828-713-6705
City of Asheville
Office of Special Events
Department of Community & Regional Entertainment Facilities
29 Haywood St. (by appt.)
Asheville, NC 28801
Mailing Address
PO Box 7148
Asheville, NC 28802