Community Events

This is a page to share any and all community events that have some tie to multimodal transportation or multimodal joy! That includes bike rides, public meetings, and everything inbetween. Events are listed in two places on this page: Upcoming Events (one-time, happening within the next few months) and below that, Recurring Events (which happen weekly or monthly). Be sure to scroll all the way down to see everything that’s happening!

Go Mountain Commuting is not the sponsor of these events unless explicitly stated, and takes no responsibility for the actions of the organizers or participants. Attend at your own risk.

See an upcoming community event that’s not listed? Email sandy@landofsky.org with the details. Events must take place in the Land of Sky Region to be included (Buncombe, Haywood, Henderson, Madison, or Transylvania Counties).

Upcoming Events

Check out the Blue Ridge Bicycle Club calendar for their events, which are usually posted 1-2 days in advance.
For recurring events, scroll down past upcoming events to see what’s happening every week!

July

  • Gravelo Summer Adventure Series: July 6, Hot Springs – Big Pillow Brewing.
  • Public Meeting for Elevate 2050: Monday, July 7, 4pm-7pm (drop-in) at the Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Center (285 Livingston St., Asheville. The French Broad River Metropolitan Planning Organization (FBRMPO) is seeking your input on its 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) update, which identifies road, bicycle/pedestrian, transit, and rail projects that will help the region achieve its vision and goals over the next 25 years.
  • Public Meeting for Elevate 2050: Tuesday, July 8, 4pm-7pm (drop-in) at the Mills River Town Hall (124 Town Center Drive). The French Broad River Metropolitan Planning Organization (FBRMPO) is seeking your input on its 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) update, which identifies road, bicycle/pedestrian, transit, and rail projects that will help the region achieve its vision and goals over the next 25 years.
  • Public Meeting for Elevate 2050: Wednesday, July 9, 4pm-7pm (drop-in) at the Waynesville Town Hall (16 S. Main Street). The French Broad River Metropolitan Planning Organization (FBRMPO) is seeking your input on its 2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) update, which identifies road, bicycle/pedestrian, transit, and rail projects that will help the region achieve its vision and goals over the next 25 years.
  • Wash N’ Whiskey (or Seltzer Water!) Vo. II: Tuesday, July 15, 6pm-8pm @ Liberty Bikes, hosted by the Blue Ridge Dirt Skrrts. Come join us for a night to learn how to wash your bike, the right way. BYOBike, and all the washing supplies will be provided. We will have some delicious drinks (including local whiskey) and snacks on hand for you to enjoy during the wash clinic. Open to all women. Register at the link.
  • Hot Doggett 100: When you register, you can choose from three different courses: Big Laurel Grind – 50K and over 3,000 feet of rise, Devils Fork Metric – 106K and over 6,500 feet of rise or the Doggett Mountain Challenge – 100 miles and over 9,500 feet of rise. Early bird registration and t-shirt size guarantees ends on June 30th.
  • Smart Cycling – E-Bikes & Riding with Kids: Saturday, July 19 | 10:30 AM – 5:30 PM at The Collider (1 Haywood Street). Designed for parents and caregivers interested in biking with children on an e-bike. Covers safety tips, route planning, and real-world practice. Hosted by Asheville on Bikes. Register at the link.
  • Gran Fondo Asheville: Sunday, July 20. Departing Asheville’s vibrant downtown, the routes for Gran Fondo Asheville hit the best serpentine roads, climbs, and descents in the Asheville area. 100 mile, 60 mile, and 30 mile route options.

August

  • Bike Valet @ Downtown After 5: Friday, August 15. Join the Asheville Downtown Association at Pack Square Park as they partner with Blue Ridge Pride for a 90s Country-themed Downtown After 5! Featuring headliner Mustache the Band and opener Shakey’s Live Band Karaoke. Show off your style in our Best Boots Contest or channel your inner queen in the Dolly Parton Lookalike Competition for a chance to win fun prizes! Asheville on Bikes will be providing bike valet from 5pm-10pm.
  • Summer Cycle 2025: August 23, 2pm-7pm at New Belgium Brewing. Hosted by Asheville on Bikes. Click the link for details.

September

  • Pisgah Monster Cross Challenge: Saturday, September 6, 2025. Sign-in and Start/Finish will be in the field directly across US276 from Davidson River Campground in Pisgah Forest, NC.
  • Dirt Diggler Gravel Grinder: Saturday, September 13, 2025. Wag Valley Farm, Hendersonville. Click the link to register.

October

  • Tour de Fat: New Belgium Brewing on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The annual event is a celebration of bicycles, merriment,  music, and beer. Proceeds from the Tour de Fat support the mission and work of Asheville on Bikes. The event is free and open to the public. AoB provides bike parking. The event kicks off with a parade through the River Arts District. Check out the route here and start planning.
  • Pisgah 111 MTB Race: October 4, 2025. 1284 Pisgah Highway, Pisgah Forest, NC 28768. Click the link to register.

Recurring Events

Mondays

  • (WEEKLY) Slonuts AVL: every Monday at 8am, meet at Cooperative Coffee, ending at Hole Doughnuts. 10-14 mile no-drop ride, with +/- 1000 feet of elevation gain
  • (WEEKLY) Motion Makers Women’s Mountain Bike Ride: meet at the Ledford Parking Lot in Bent Creek at 6pm and ROLL OUT at 6:15pm unless it is posted otherwise in a pre-ride post.
  • (MONTHLY): Gravelo & Burial Shifties Social Ride: Join Gravelo every first Monday of the month (July 7, August 4, September 1) at Burial South Slope for a group ride around town, followed by their $10 Shifties Special (burger & fries — veg burgers and non-alcoholic beer available too). This no-drop ride rolls out at 6pm, with a social pace and mixed surfaces. If it rains, we’ll still meet for food. Check Facebook for details.

Tuesdays

  • (WEEKLY) Evening Road Rides from Epic Cycles in Hendersonville: Starting April 30th, every Tuesday evening until the end of August, Epic Cycles and BRBC will be hosting two ride options at 5:30pm: Option one will be a fun, social ride for riders looking for a new group to ride with, as well as some support on navigating the roads in Hendersonville.  This ride is for new riders, riders with a new bike, or longtime riders looking for a relaxing fun ride in the evenings.  The second ride option is for more experienced riders. This ride is a 20.3 mile loop with 1670 ft elevation – ride out Kanuga Lake Rd to Evans Rd and back in Hebron Rd.  This ride will not have a designated ride leader, but these roads are likely to be familiar to most of you.  And after a few weeks, the route will be familiar to everyone!
  • (WEEKLY) Mountain Haulers: every Tuesday at 7pm, meet at the Good Vibes Silo in the River Arts District, roll out at 7:15pm. The first Tuesday of the month is a chill greenway ride. Every other Tuesday through the month gets progressively longer and more hilly. Follow their Instagram for ride details.
  • (WEEKLY) Asheville Recyclery open shop hours, 4pm-8pm at 271 Haywood Street, Asheville. A bicycle cooperative where folks can make bike repairs using recycled and new parts. No/low cost/work trade options to fix or earn a bike.

Wednesdays

  • (WEEKLY) Motion Makers Womens Mountain Bike Ride: Wednesday morning ride meets at Rice Pinnacle at 10am and will typically leave directly. This is a beginner friendly, social, NO DROP ride. Expect 6-8 miles and we will return to the parking lot no later than noon so you can get on with the rest of your day. 
  • (WEEKLY): Intermediate Social Mountain Bike Ride: Meet the Asheville Mountain Bike Club every Wednesday at 3:30 pm for a fun and inviting no drop group ride. Tailgate grilling and beverages after every ride. Bring your favorite beverage and a side dish or dessert to pass if you like. Rice Pinnicale lot in Bent Creek.
  • (WEEKLY) Gravelo Shop Group Ride: roll out from the Gravelo Workshop on Merrimon at 6:15pm. Routes posted on instagram.
  • (MONTHLY) Brevard Bike Alliance Social Ride: the last Wednesday of every month, meet at 6pm at the Railroad Avenue Depot. Check the Facebook page for details.

Thursdays

  • (WEEKLY) Liberty Beginner Friendly Mountain Bike Group Ride: Join us every Thursday at @6PM. The ride begins at 6:15pm. The trail changes every week. The trail, meetings pot, and start time are posted on Liberty Bicycles Facebook page and Instagram the day of.
  • (WEEKLY) Youngblood Shop Ride: Every Thursday evening at 6PM, weather permitting and during Daylight Savings Time. The A and B routes are about 33 and 26 miles respectively through the rolling hills of Leicester / Alexander. The A pace is about 18-19 mph and B about 15-17 mph. Routes are subject to change, check the Facebook page for announcements.
  • (WEEKLY) Asheville Recyclery open shop hours, 4pm-8pm at 271 Haywood Street, Asheville. A bicycle cooperative where folks can make bike repairs using recycled and new parts. No/low cost/work trade options to fix or earn a bike.
  • (MONTHLY): FBRMPO Technical Coordinating Committee (TCC) Meeting: Monthly on the second Thursday, 11am-1pm (NO MEETING IN JULY). The members of the TCC are staff representatives from the 21 local governments, staff from the North Carolina Department of Transportation, and representatives of other local transportation and planning agencies.  The TCC does not take final action, but makes recommendations to the French Broad River Metropolitan Planning Organization Board. All meetings are open to the public, and take place at the Land of Sky Regional Council (339 New Leicester Hwy).
  • (MONTHLY) French Broad River Metropolitan Planning Organization (FBRMPO) Board Meeting: Monthly on the third Thursday, 1pm-3:30pm (NO MEETING IN JULY) at the Land of Sky Regional Council (339 New Leicester Hwy). The members of the Board are elected officials from each of the 21 local governments, and representatives from the NCDOT Board of Transportation. The Board is responsible for final approval of the Long Range Transportation Plan, the Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Program, the Priority Needs List, and the Unified Planning Work Program. The Board also serves as a forum for public input.
  • (MONTHLY) Summer Social Rides w/ Bike Walk HVL: every fourth Thursday (June 26, July 24, August 28, September 25). 6pm meet-up at Ecusta Market & Cafe bike racks (trail side). 6:30pm roll out. All riders welcome!

Saturdays

  • (WEEKLY) Motion Maker Mountain Bike No Drop Group Ride- Bent Creek: Ledford Branch Trailhead @8am.
  • (WEEKLY) Gravelo Bakery Ride B Group: 9:30am at Gravelo Workshop on Merrimon. Fast-paced ride to Marshall, NC.
  • (WEEKLY) Asheville Recyclery open shop hours, 1pm-5pm at 271 Haywood Street, Asheville. A bicycle cooperative where folks can make bike repairs using recycled and new parts. No/low cost/work trade options to fix or earn a bike.
  • (MONTHLY) Blue Ridge Dirt Skrrts Group Ride & Social: A women’s mountain bike nonprofit. Every second Saturday of the month, we explore the mountain bike trails of Western North Carolina. Post-ride we will meet to continue the fun and companionship at local breweries, bike shops or other event spaces. Check the website for details.

Sundays