Asheville lodging ranges from intimate summer cottages to
rustic winter retreats. As a result, people travel to Asheville for a
vacation throughout the entire year. Although the region used to be
rural and underdeveloped, in recent years, live music venues and bars
have taken over in the city. A burgeoning art scene has made the
nightlife in Asheville ideal for travelers staying in an Asheville
Vacation Home. Below are a few of the top hot spots in the region as
well as several places to watch live music.
Asheville Dancing
With
a population of less than 80,000, it is surprising to think that
Asheville has such an active and exciting nightlife. Some of the dance
halls in Asheville range from salsa to contemporary R&B. One of the
top dance nights in the region is the Asheville Contra Dance. The club
night changes venues each week, switching between the Grey Eagle and
Warren Wilson College. The bluegrass and country music that is played on
these nights is sure to get your legs moving. No experience is required
to take part in one of these dance sessions because the steps are
taught to you during the night.
Asheville Live Music
While
the Grey Eagle is a top place to go for bluegrass dancing, it also
transforms into a top music venue. Touring bands from all over the
country, such as Ra Ra Riot and No Age, have graced the stage of this
live music venue. The venue has an in-house restaurant that cooks
everything from chicken to alligator meat. Other live music venues in
the region include Jack Of The Wood and The Orange Peel Social Aid and
Pleasure Club. The Jack of The Wood is designed for music listeners who
enjoy an acoustic performance and a good ale. In contrast, The Orange
Peel Social Aid and Pleasure Club is a massive venue, rigged with a
first rate sound system and fancy lighting. Many of the bigger acts come
to this venue to play. While the room's capacity is around 1,200, the
venue is known to allow more people in, depending on the demand of the
night.
Asheville Pubs
There are numerous pubs and
bars in Asheville that make it convenient for travelers to grab a drink
near their rentals. The Westville Pub is one of the most well respected
pubs in the region. Located in West Asheville, and serving up a massive
menu of both food and drink, this pub is not to be missed by people who
are looking to experience the true local nightlife. In addition to
drinks and food, live local acts play at the Westville Pub. The music
ranges from funk to bluegrass, and there is usually some form of musical
entertainment on weekends. The bar is only a few miles from downtown
West Asheville.
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