RAD Fest - Nov. 8-9

Come out and support local artist/small businesses November 8-9th

Join us November 8 + 9 from 10am-5pm in Asheville’s River Arts District for two days of creativity and connection. Enjoy live music and DJs, art demos, open studios and galleries, local food trucks, and family-friendly fun throughout the district.

RADFest was the first event held after Hurricane Helene devastated so much of the River Arts District. At the time we just had a few re-opened spaces, and tons of artists set up selling their art from pop-up tents. We were absolutely blown away with how many people came to show their support and buy art. You guys really showed how pivotal art is to the identity and culture of Asheville, and we were so grateful.

NOW the RAD over 500 artists in the many re-opened buildings of RAD, and the outdoor art market of over 100 still displaced artists. It’s time to show up for the artist, and what a beautiful excuse to fill your home with unique, amazing local art.

RADBA is now RADBiz!

RADBiz was incorporated and a board and officers were elected July 23rd. RADBiz has taken up the baton from RADBA. Please be patient as we continue to progress developing action plans and initiatives to support not only the business community of the RAD but everyone that lives, works and plays in the RAD.

Looking for a RADBiz MEMBERSHIP?

Our Membership is an annual membership from the time that you submit membership dues. These funds work to keep the RAD in good working order! Thanks in advance for your support!

New River Water Quality App

River Arts Apartments

Above is the rendering of the The Wyre appartements located on the old Dave Steel site @ the 5 points roundabout @ Roberts Street and Clingman Ave Extension. The building will provide 60 additional public parking spots in a parking garage on Roberts Street with an additional small parking lot also on Roberts Street. The spaces are metered with a small fee for each hour.

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