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Bear's Smokehouse BBQ Hosts Grand Reopening with "To Hell with Helene" Celebration Saturday
Asheville -- Press Release Bear's Smokehouse BBQ Hosts Grand Opening with "To Hell with Helene" Celebration. After months of dedicated service providing over 1 million meals to Asheville and surrounding areas in partnership with World Central Kitchen (WCK), Bear's Smokehouse BBQ is gearing up for an exciting grand reopening on Saturday, March 29.
As WCK operations wind down on their property, Bear's Smokehouse BBQ has fired up its own kitchen once again, welcoming guests back with its signature flavors and community-driven spirit.
To commemorate this milestone and bid farewell to the post-hurricane relief efforts, Bear's Smokehouse is throwing an unforgettable event: "To Hell with Helene." This free community celebration will feature an evening of live music, comedy, food, and fun as a way to reflect, release, and rebuild.
Event Highlights:
🎶 Live Performance by LYRIC – Kicking off at 5:00 PM
😂 Special Guest: Comedian Cayla Clark
🥧 Pie Eating Contest
🪓 Axe Throwing
🐂 Mechanical Bull Rides
🔥 Burning of Negativity – Guests can write down what they want to release from the hurricane's aftermath and "burn" it on-site.
💃 DJ Set & Dance Party – Instructor-led dance party starts at 8:30 PM
Giving Back to F&B Workers
As part of Bear's Smokehouse ongoing commitment to the community, a portion of the event's proceeds will benefit Linked4Life through the Bear's Foundation. This initiative will provide up to six free counseling sessions for Asheville food and beverage industry workers through All Souls Counseling—ensuring support for those who have given so much to Asheville's hospitality scene.
"We've been honored to serve our community during such a critical time," said Cheryl Antoncic, owner of Bear's Smokehouse. "Now, as we turn the corner, we want to bring our community together for a night of joy, gratitude, and, of course, great BBQ—all while giving back to those who make this industry thrive."
Join us at Bear's Smokehouse BBQ on March 29 as we say goodbye to the tents and hello to the next chapter!
About Bear's Smokehouse BBQ:
Bear's Smokehouse BBQ is an award-winning and beloved Asheville eatery known for its slow-smoked meats, bold flavors, and dedication to the community. Having partnered with World Central Kitchen in the wake of Hurricane Helene, Bear's has proudly provided over 1 million meals to those in need, and will continue to support WCK efforts as long as the need persists in our region. However, as this operation winds down and Bear's Smokehouse resumes regular operations, they invite the community to celebrate, reconnect, and enjoy the flavors they love—while supporting the well-being of Asheville's food and beverage workers.
Bears Smokehouse BBQ
318-312-1690
135 Coxe Ave
28801, Asheville, NC
The Bears Foundation
