FREE FESTIVAL! | Papadosio (x2) + Gramatik + Dirtwire + Toubab Krewe (x2) + Asheville Symphony + many more! | Boomtown Arts & Heritage FestAVL | August 29-31, 2025 | Asheville, NC

Boomtown Arts & Heritage FestAVL proudly announces its return to downtown Asheville, set for August 29-31, 2025, at Pack Square Park. This year’s festival emphasizes community resilience and celebrates the region’s history of rebuilding in the wake of natural disaster Hurricane Helene.

The three-day, family-friendly festival FREE W/ RSVP will offer a dynamic lineup of musical performances, heritage trail tours, wellness activities, interactive workshops, and local artisans, all aimed at highlighting and preserving Asheville’s unique cultural tapestry. Boomtown FestAVL will feature rich programming designed to engage residents and visitors alike in celebrating the city's past, present, and future.

Music Programming:

• Papadosio (x2): Renowned Asheville-based ensemble blending electronic, rock, and improvisational genres.

• Asheville Symphony in the Park: A beloved tradition offering classical masterpieces accessible to all.

• Toubab Krewe & Friends: Asheville’s acclaimed fusion band blending West African music traditions with contemporary rock and folk.

• Caitlin Krisko & The Broadcast: Soulful southern rock

• Empire Strikes Brass: Funk-driven brass band known for high-energy performances

• Adama Dembele: West African musician and cultural ambassador, presenting traditional rhythms and stories.

• “The Big Secret” Family Stage (Sunday, August 31): Family friendly focused programming featuring special collaborative sets by Toubab Krewe, Empire Strikes Brass, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, Snake Oil Medicine Show, along with circus performances and additional surprises.

Late Night Ticketed Events @ The Orange Peel:

• August 29: Gramatik, SuperNicer (Exmag), Cobrayama (Exmag)

• August 30: Dirtwire, Will Evans, DJ Bowie

Additional Festival Highlights:

• VIP Wristband (includes access to all 3 VIP Areas on-site with complimentary drinks + Free Entry into Late Night Events (as listed above))

• Heritage Trail Tours & Exhibits: Explore Asheville’s architectural legacy and historic boomtown origins through curated tours and displays.

• Children’s Zone: Featuring Dancing Drum, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo’s The Big Secret, arts and crafts, storytelling, and interactive play activities.

• Wellness Pavilion: Free yoga, mindfulness sessions, and holistic wellness demonstrations.

• Local Artisan Market: Showcasing handmade goods, culinary offerings, and crafts from local & regional vendors.

• Local Food Trucks & Craft Brewery: Showcasing local food & craft beer