Asheville to Host Family Fun Fest at Tanger Outlets

Asheville, August 20, 2025

News Summary

Asheville will host Scouting America’s Family Fun Fest on August 23 at the Tanger Outlets, featuring over 50 interactive activities for families. Admission is free, allowing guests to participate in diverse experiences such as pinewood derby races, a rope bridge with fire trucks, and live performances. The event will also showcase a living history exhibit and local food vendors while supporting a school supply drive for students in need. Join the community in celebrating family fun and local engagement.

Asheville is set to host Scouting America’s Family Fun Fest on Saturday, August 23, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Tanger Outlets Asheville. Admission to the event is free, providing an exciting opportunity for families to engage in a variety of interactive activities throughout the day.

The festival will showcase more than 50 interactive exhibits and experiences. Attendees can look forward to unique activities such as pinewood derby races, a rope bridge supported by two Asheville fire trucks, and a raingutter regatta. Families will also have the chance to try their hand at backyard fishing, take part in fire-building demonstrations, and explore a specially set-up canoeing pool.

In addition to these activities, a living history exhibit called “Boonesboro Village”, representing the lifestyle of the 1700s, will be featured. Various branches of the military, including the U.S. Army, Air Force, and Space Command, will provide exhibits that seek to educate attendees on their roles and contributions.

For younger visitors, the festival will offer craft activities, face painting, and live performances for entertainment. Food vendors like Hit the Pit BBQ, Kettle Corn, and Pelican’s Snoballs will also be present, ensuring that guests have access to delicious options throughout the day.

In a concerted effort to support local students, the festival will double as a school supply drive, encouraging attendees to contribute items for those in need. This initiative highlights the event’s commitment to community service and engagement.

The Family Fun Fest signifies the growth of Scouting America programs available for both boys and girls across Western North Carolina. The organization, through the Daniel Boone Council, serves youths in 14 counties throughout the region, offering programs aimed at fostering adventure, learning, and community bonding.

For those interested in more information about the event, additional details can be found on the event’s website FamilyFunFestWNC.com.

Key Features of the Family Fun Fest

• Date: August 23
• Time: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Location: Tanger Outlets Asheville
• Admission: Free
• Activities: 50+ interactive exhibits, pinewood derby races, fire truck rope bridge, raingutter regatta, canoeing pool, crafts, face painting, live performances, military exhibits
• Food Vendors: Hit the Pit BBQ, Kettle Corn, Pelican’s Snoballs
• School Supply Drive: Yes
• Organized by: Daniel Boone Council, Scouting America

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