Asheville is a vibrant town that hosts a variety of things to do and places to see when visiting. You can hike the Big Fork Ridge Trail, visit the Black Mountain College Museum and Arts Center and see a concert at the Grey Eagle Tavern and Music Hall all in the same day.
“Asheville has a really artsy vibe,” said junior Kaitlin Briley. “And on the outskirts of Asheville, there are cool consignment and antique stores.”
The arts are certainly an important part of the culture in Asheville. Plenty of arts districts are scattered about the town, promoting artists’ work that hopefully makes its way to museums, such as the Asheville Art Museum and beyond. Artist exhibitions and various live performances occur frequently in Asheville, and you can check out everything going on at livewireasheville.com.
For lovers of the outdoors, Asheville has a lot in store, as there are many parks and trails to visit. One of the many parks in the area is Chimney Rock State Park.
“The hiking trails there were great, and they even had some rock climbing lessons there,” said sophomore Chandler Machemehl. “The view at the top of the mountain after hiking was amazing, too.”
There are several pubs, clubs and fun spots that bolster Asheville’s nightlife, and make it something special. Popular locations such as the Biltmore Park Town Square, The Orange Peel and The Garage give the town character and provide it with a vibrant nightlife.
If you and your friends ever have the urge to get out of Elon for a weekend, think about heading to Asheville. There is always something going on, and there are a lot of fun experiences waiting to be had. Check out exploreasheville.com for more information.