The Asheville Masonic Temple

12/06/2023

We are excited to announce that as of January 1st, 2024 the The Asheville Masonic Temple will be open for business with all event vendors and the general public!

If you are an industry professional, or are interested in hosting an event in our historic venue, please reach out to the Masonic Temple team at:

[email protected]
(828) 552-3910

*Events previously booked with Shay & Co. will be honored and handled by Shay & Co.*

All new bookings must be completed directly with the The Asheville Masonic Temple.

04/27/2023

When it comes to wedding venues in Asheville, NC, the Asheville Masonic Temple is truly one of a kind.

Located in the heart of the city, this historic building boasts stunning architecture, unique features, and a sense of grandeur that's hard to find anywhere else. And when you pair that with the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains, you have the perfect recipe for a truly unforgettable wedding day.

If your looking for a venue that's both grand and intimate, look no further than the Asheville Masonic Temple. We promise it will take your breath away.

📸Thirteenth Moon Photography
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02/23/2023

Hey there, lovers. 🤍

📸 Hailey Hughes Photography

02/16/2023

This one was special!

The folk troubadour dazzled attendees in the historic space.

02/16/2023

Our spacious dining room, all dressed up for afternoon tea. 🫖

02/14/2023

Happy Valentine’s Day, lovers. ❤️

📍 The Asheville Masonic Temple
📸 Wayward Wandress Photography
📝 Shay Brown Events

02/09/2023

The one-of-a-kind painted backdrops in our historic theatre created a stunning setting for this bridal portrait shoot.

We 🤍 hosting creative experiences like photo and video shoots, performances, and art installations!

📸 JCM Photography- Asheville

02/08/2023

Dear friends, moody blues, and the backdrop of a stunning historic venue in downtown Asheville add up to one perfect celebration of love. 💙

📍 The Asheville Masonic Temple
📝 Shay Brown Events

01/30/2023

Our historic theatre makes a fabulous setting for a performance, ceremony, or even a unique seated dinner space!

Our 2023 books are open and spring weekends are going fast! Drop us a line if you’ve been dreaming about a special event. We’d love to bring it to life for you. 💕

01/26/2023

We can’t wait to have John Craige and Grace Rowland in the house tomorrow night for a SOLD OUT show! 🥳 Who’s joining us for this intimate performance in our historic theatre?

Big thanks to our friends at The Grey Eagle for bringing these talented folks into our space. 🙏

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Getting ready to tour the Colorado mountains w/ Feb 8-11

Here’s my take on his song “Sydney (I’ll Come Running)”

Shows are already starting to sell out. Get your 🎟🎟 now before they’re all gone...
Feb 8 · Sheridan Opera House · Telluride
Feb 9 · Wheeler Opera House · Aspen
Feb 10 · Riverwalk Center · Breckenridge
Feb 11 · Ivy Ballroom at the Surf Hotel · Buena Vista [SOLD OUT]

01/18/2023

An intimate evening of ceremony, music, art, and dancing was created in November at the Frost Moon Fundraising Gala hosted by Firefly Gathering ✨

There were costumes, talented artists, so many musicians, delicious food, and jam sessions all night. This celebration was beyond magical!

Thank you Firefly Gathering for the opportunity to work with you on such a beautiful event 🥰

📸 Sarah Tew Photography
📍 The Asheville Masonic Temple
🎼 Høly River
🎵 Black Sea Beat Society
🎼 Peia
😋 Bigwitch Indian Wisdom Initiative
🧆 Roots Hummus
🎨 Madison Moore Art
🪶 Serpentfeathers by Kathryn June
🎭 Arulu Gallagher

01/13/2023

Nothing quite like having your family and friends who are like family surround you for life’s big moments. 🤍

01/11/2023

We're really looking forward to this show in a few weeks! Who's planning to be there?

– w/ GRACE ROWLAND (OF THE DEER)– ALL AGES– SEATED SHOW - AT ASHEVILLE MASONIC TEMPLE – 80 BROADWAY ST (downtown AVL)  

01/05/2023

Guests in our historic theater can see the action from two levels; here’s the view from up top.

We’ve seen musicians of many genres, wedding ceremonies, trainings, and corporate presentations all happen in this space. What would you host here?

12/30/2022

To our visitors, guests, performers, and community, thank you for a fantastic 2022! We hope you close out your year in style, and maybe even steal a kiss tomorrow at midnight. 😘

Happy New Year! 🥂

12/22/2022

A little candle glow to brighten up the darkest time of the year ✨

📸 Michael Oppenheim Photography

12/19/2022

First look goals 😍

12/07/2022

🍷 Friday will be here before we know it! Who’s joining us for a cozy evening of yummy wine and food?

🚨 Last chance for tickets! Join us this Friday, December 9th for this can't miss event at ! Taste and savor a sampling of NC wines alongside NC restaurants, caterers, and food trucks 😍

Tickets are $35 and available at the link in our bio 💫
⏰ 6 - 8 pm on Friday, December 9th

Must be 21 or older/valid ID required at check-in

12/05/2022

We’re delighted to host Bonny Light Horseman this week for a sold out, intimate concert! 🙌

Who’s got tickets and what other downtown businesses will you visit before/after? 🍻 Let us know your plans👇

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Friends we are heading up the eastern seaboard soon! We kick off at trio w many dear friends, then meet + for all club dates. Pinching ourselves we get to hear the great night after blessed night (+ then supports in the north!)

SOUTHEAST 🦵:
DEC 6 : Nashville :
DEC 7 : Atlanta :
DEC 8 : Asheville :
DEC 9 : Durham :
DEC 10 : DC :
DEC 11 : Philly :

Live pic:

12/03/2022

Who’s joining us this month for an intimate theater performance or delicious community event? Coming up:

12/3 iaedp Foundation WNC Winter Gala

12/7 Los Primos pop up dinner from Tequio Foods

12/9 NC Winegrower's Association Taste of NC

12/22 Vienna Light Orchestra Christmas Concert

Tickets all through each organization; the Asheville Masonic Temple has no box office.

📸 cred Stephan Pruitt Photography from a beautiful Shawn Mullins concert a few years ago 🥰

11/24/2022

Wishing you a joyful holiday full of light. ✨

Happy Thanksgiving!

📸 Michael Oppenheim Photography

11/18/2022

Big congrats to Shay and her stellar team Shay Brown Events for taking home the silver for Best Event Planner in the Best of Asheville awards! 🎉

They manage our historic venue from top to bottom and serve as planners for many events in the space, always delivering experiences that delight our guests. Grateful to have them as a community partner. 🌟

📸 Rachael McIntosh Photography