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The Asheville Downtown Association today announced that the Asheville Holiday Parade is canceled for 2020 due to public health concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. The decision to cancel the parade was based on North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper’s September 30th announcement moving North Carolina into Phase 3. Phase 3 continues to limit outdoor gatherings to 50 people and provides capacity limits for outdoor spaces. The uncertainty of COVID-19 conditions and public safety protocols in effect at the time of the parade drove the decision. 

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If you’ve ever heard an animal howling in the dark of night, it can be a chilling experience. Now with the help of the wolves at the WNC Nature Center, you can attend an evening program to discover the legends and lore of these top predators, find out the truth about wolves, and hear their howls in the dead of night.

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After operating by appointment only since the pandemic began, Asheville Humane Society has recently reopened their Adoption Center to walk-ins.

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A new hotel and restaurant combo brings new reasons to check in, and check out.  The Hilton Garden Inn opens across from the Asheville Outlets with a new restaurant, The Garden Grille, a full service cocktail bar and expansive outdoor entertainment space for locals and visitors alike. “I can hardly put into words the excitement I feel to open our beautiful, new Hilton Garden Inn,” said Brenda Durden, Chief Operating Officer of Asheville Hotel Group. “So much time and attention has gone into making it very special. Our team has worked tirelessly to perfect every detail. I cannot wait to have guests from near and far enjoy this amazing new place.”

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As the summer sun fades, Hi-Wire Brewing is gearing up for Fall 2020 with three new releases in three very different series including a new take on a beloved imperial stout, a local version of a Munich classic, plus a bold and bright sour smoothie that will keep you hanging on to those sunny day feelings just a bit longer.

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