What we do Last updated or reviewed on November 15, 2023 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 events within parks and public spaces, permitted by the City’s Office of Special Events. Community & Regional Entertainment Facilities Asheville Muni Golf Course Aston Park Tennis Center Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville John B. Lewis Soccer Complex McCormick Field Office of Special Events Commercial Film/Photography WNC Nature Center Connect Address 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC 28801 Mailing Address PO Box 7148 Phone Number 828-259-5452 Email Address ccorl@ashevillenc.gov DirectorChris Corl Related Projects WNC Nature Center – Gateway to the Southern Appalachians Enhancement Project Happening Now This project is currently under construction. The Gateway to the Southern Appalachians exhibit advances key elements of the WNC Nature Center’s Vision for the Future including the planning, design, and implementation of new butterfly gardens and play areas, enlarged gift shop, and “gateway” entry experience. The project area covers the section of [...] McCormick Field Centennial Restoration and Capital Improvements Overview In partnership with the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, Buncombe County Government and the Asheville Tourists Baseball Club, the City of Asheville is spearheading a significant renovation project of McCormick Field. Bird’s eye view design rendering of McCormick Field capital improvements: View all renderings of the project. Happening Now Construction began in [...] Municipal “Muni” Golf Course The goal of this project will be to evaluate the existing stormwater system in order to develop engineered stormwater solutions and associated cost estimates to improve conditions throughout the Asheville Municipal Golf Course. Explore Related ProjectsCommunity & Regional Entertainment Facilities News The WNC Nature Center celebrates its 100-year anniversary in 2025 with a little help from their Friends Posted on January 7, 2025 by Kim Miller The WNC Nature Center is proud to announce the celebration of its 100th anniversary as a zoo, marking a century of inspiring visitors to foster a deep connection with wildlife. With this milestone, the Friends of the WNC Nature Center, the nonprofit dedicated to supporting the center’s mission, commemorates its 50th anniversary. These twin celebrations [...] City of Asheville announces City Hall winter holiday closings and service impacts Posted on December 19, 2024December 20, 2024 by Kim Miller City of Asheville offices will be closed December 24-26, 2024 during the winter holiday break. City offices will also be closed on January 1, 2025. Helene Recovery Efforts Debris Collection: Helene-related debris collection will continue throughout the holidays. FEMA Disaster Relief Center at Asheville Mall will have holiday hours: December 24: Closed December 25-26: Closed December 27: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. January 1, [...] City of Asheville offices close Nov. 28 & 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday Posted on November 22, 2024November 22, 2024 by Kim Miller Asheville City government offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, 2024 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Here is a roundup of City service holiday schedules. Points of Distribution and Community Care Stations PODs distributing non potable water, bottled water, MRE’s and blankets as well as Community Care Stations offering additional services [...] Explore Community & Regional Entertainment Facilities News
WNC Nature Center – Gateway to the Southern Appalachians Enhancement Project Happening Now This project is currently under construction. The Gateway to the Southern Appalachians exhibit advances key elements of the WNC Nature Center’s Vision for the Future including the planning, design, and implementation of new butterfly gardens and play areas, enlarged gift shop, and “gateway” entry experience. The project area covers the section of [...]
McCormick Field Centennial Restoration and Capital Improvements Overview In partnership with the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, Buncombe County Government and the Asheville Tourists Baseball Club, the City of Asheville is spearheading a significant renovation project of McCormick Field. Bird’s eye view design rendering of McCormick Field capital improvements: View all renderings of the project. Happening Now Construction began in [...]
Municipal “Muni” Golf Course The goal of this project will be to evaluate the existing stormwater system in order to develop engineered stormwater solutions and associated cost estimates to improve conditions throughout the Asheville Municipal Golf Course.
The WNC Nature Center celebrates its 100-year anniversary in 2025 with a little help from their Friends Posted on January 7, 2025 by Kim Miller The WNC Nature Center is proud to announce the celebration of its 100th anniversary as a zoo, marking a century of inspiring visitors to foster a deep connection with wildlife. With this milestone, the Friends of the WNC Nature Center, the nonprofit dedicated to supporting the center’s mission, commemorates its 50th anniversary. These twin celebrations [...]
City of Asheville announces City Hall winter holiday closings and service impacts Posted on December 19, 2024December 20, 2024 by Kim Miller City of Asheville offices will be closed December 24-26, 2024 during the winter holiday break. City offices will also be closed on January 1, 2025. Helene Recovery Efforts Debris Collection: Helene-related debris collection will continue throughout the holidays. FEMA Disaster Relief Center at Asheville Mall will have holiday hours: December 24: Closed December 25-26: Closed December 27: 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. January 1, [...]
City of Asheville offices close Nov. 28 & 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday Posted on November 22, 2024November 22, 2024 by Kim Miller Asheville City government offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, 2024 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Here is a roundup of City service holiday schedules. Points of Distribution and Community Care Stations PODs distributing non potable water, bottled water, MRE’s and blankets as well as Community Care Stations offering additional services [...]
