Come network and mingle with fellow creatives over drinks, then settle in to hear the story of how Daytrip survived Hurricane Helene to become one of Asheville's most iconic brands. The first 10 people to RSVP get a free drink on us.

Join AIGA Asheville for a live tax education session designed specifically for creatives and independent workers. Hannah Cole, tax expert, artist, and author of Taxes for Humans, will break down deductions, quarterly taxes, Schedule C, home office write-offs, and more, with her signature "Tax Pictionary" live drawing. Followed by a robust Q&A.

Join AIGA Asheville for an inside look at how the Asheville Tourists turned a $40 million ballpark renovation into a cohesive brand experience. Team President Brian DeWine walks us through the club's 2011 rebrand, its fan-favorite Beer City and Snot Otters identities, and the design work connecting historic preservation, public art, wayfinding, and the fan journey — followed by an exclusive tour of the renovated HomeTrust Park.

The AIGA AVL Student Portfolio Review connects emerging designers with local design professionals for one-on-one and group portfolio guidance, plus workshops on portfolio dos and don'ts, interviewing tips, pricing freelance work and more. It's built for students and recent grads in graphic design, branding, UX/UI, animation and digital design. Your portfolio doesn't need to be finished to bring it. This event is FREE, lunch is included, and every participant is entered to win a one-year subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud.