Asheville Biz, Beats & Baby Goats (June 18–25 Edition)

From digital meetups to goat-filled summer gatherings, here’s your guide to what’s happening in AVL biz & fun.

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Jason De Los Santos
June 18, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes

Welcome to AVL BIZ Weekly, your local cheat sheet for what’s happening in Asheville’s small business and creative scenes.

Each week, I send out hand-picked events, marketing ideas that actually work, and a little local flavor to keep things fun.

My name's Jason and I'm writing this (connect with me here).

On Deck

  • 🧠 The AI event that could change how you lead

  • 🛠️ 1-minute SEO tip to boost your Google rankings

  • 🐐 Where to party with goats this weekend

  • 🎸 Top concerts coming to Asheville (hello, Iron & Wine!)

  • 🙋 Want your biz featured in front of a few really smart AVL business owners? Email me for details

Hey Asheville,

Summer’s in full swing. The tourists are lost, the humidity is artisanal, and the line at 12 Bones is longer than your last Zoom meeting.

But this is also when Asheville comes alive, when ideas flow, events fill up, and connections happen over coffee, beer, and the occasional baby goat. Whether you’re looking to grow your business, meet fellow creators, or just enjoy this weird and wonderful town, we’ve got you covered.

Upcoming Events

  • 🗓️ Crossing the AI Chasm - Courageous Leadership in the AI Era

    Wednesday, June 18 · 6:00 PM @ Mojo Coworking
    💻 Freelancing? Remote working? Just into creative convos? This monthly mixer is your low-key ticket to community, insights, and fresh ideas. Chill, curious, and refreshingly no-BS.

  • 🗓️ ToP Facilitation Methods Training

    June 17 · Cambria Hotel & Suites Downtown Asheville
    🧠💬 Tired of meetings that spiral or stall? Learn facilitation techniques to lead productive, inclusive conversations. Ideal for team leads, orgs, and community builders.

  • 🗓️ Asheville Women in Tech: Social Night

    Thursday, June 19 · 6:30 PM @ Archetype Brewing
    🍺👩‍💻 Code meets craft beer. This monthly meetup brings together devs, tech founders, and creative problem-solvers. Always casual, always a great convo.

  • 🗓️ Fika: Coffee & Connection for Creatives

    Thursday, June 19 · 4:00 PM @ Cultivated Cocktails
    ☕ Not into awkward small talk? Fika flips the script. Inspired by the Swedish slow-down ritual, it’s a laid-back gathering for makers and thinkers who prefer depth over “networking.”

Hosting something cool?

📬 Hit reply and tell me what you think. Or share an event!

Marketing Quickies

I’m a marketer and educator at heart. Here I’ll share interesting links that you can apply to your business to get more leads, make your life easier, hire better, and grow your business.

Fun Stuff Around AVL

  • 🗓️ Downtown After 5

    Friday, June 20 · Pack Square Park
    🎶 Asheville’s iconic street party is back. Free live music, food, beer, and enough vibes to carry you through Monday. If you’ve never been… fix that.

  • 🗓️ Franny’s Farm Summer Gathering

    Saturday, June 21 · Leicester
    🐐✨ Live music, rolling hills, and friendly goats. A perfect excuse to leave the city and feel human again.

  • 🗓️ Asheville Art in the Park

    Saturdays through October · Pack Square Park
    🎨 Local artists take over the park. Stroll, browse, and maybe find a piece that belongs in your office—or your living room.

Bands on the Horizon

Top picks for live music this month:

That’s all for this week!

Go make something awesome happen this week, Asheville. I’ll see you next Thursday!

Email me here and tell me what you think, or let me know about an event you’re hosting.

Until next week,

-Jason

Jason De Los Santos
Pixelated Stories Digital Marketing
(828) 585-4293