Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville

Located in the heart of downtown Asheville, Harrah’s Cherokee Center is the region’s premier multi-purpose entertainment complex. Originally opened in 1974 as the Asheville Civic Center, this historic landmark on Haywood Street serves as a central hub for the city’s vibrant arts scene. The facility features two primary performance spaces: the expansive ExploreAsheville.com Arena and the more intimate, horseshoe-shaped Thomas Wolfe Auditorium, which provides an elegant setting for live theater and spoken word performances. The venue is a major stop for the national comedy circuit, hosting a diverse range of touring headliners and rising stars. Its stages have welcomed legendary icons and modern favorites alike, including Jerry Seinfeld, John Mulaney, and Nate Bargatze. Whether you are attending a large-scale arena tour or a theater-style show in the auditorium, the center offers a professional and welcoming atmosphere for fans looking to experience world-class comedy in the Blue Ridge Mountains.