Meet the Dogs of Downtown: A Calendar for a Cause

Written By Hayden Plemmons

The Asheville Downtown Association Foundation is thrilled to announce the release of the 2025 Dogs of Downtown Calendar! This one-of-a-kind calendar celebrates Asheville’s vibrant community, featuring the beloved dogs (and shop dogs!) who bring joy to locals and visitors alike. From wagging tails to heartwarming stories, each month highlights a furry ambassador paired with a local business sponsor.

But the Dogs of Downtown Calendar isn’t just about adorable pups—it’s about making a difference. Proceeds from the calendar sales directly benefit the Asheville Downtown Association Foundation, helping us support vital initiatives that enhance the economic vitality and livability of Downtown Asheville. Your purchase helps fund programs that uplift small businesses, beautify public spaces, and foster a strong sense of community.

Where to Find the Dogs of Downtown Calendar

Ready to grab your copy? You can purchase the 2025 Dogs of Downtown Calendar at the following retail "pawtners," who have joined us in supporting this great cause:

  • Dog & Pony Show

  • Bohemian Baby

  • Jack of the Wood

  • Spicer Greene Jewelers

  • Hazel Twenty

  • Lexington Glass Works

  • Malaprops Bookstore & Cafe

  • Patton Ave. Pet

  • Madame Clutterbuckets

Additionally, the calendar is available for online purchase at Malaprop’s Bookstore & Café. Whether you're shopping in person or from the comfort of your home, it's easy to get your paws on a copy!

Why Buy the Calendar?

When you purchase the Dogs of Downtown Calendar, you're not only getting a year filled with smiles and tail wags—you’re directly contributing to projects that make Asheville's downtown a safer, more vibrant, and more welcoming place for everyone. Your support funds events, public art installations, and resources that keep our downtown thriving, even in challenging times.

Plus, each business sponsor is offering a special discount or promotion for their featured month in the calendar, giving you another reason to celebrate all year long.

Show Your Love for Downtown

Help us spread the word! Share your calendar on social media using the hashtag #DogsOfDowntownAVL and tag the Asheville Downtown Association. Your support helps amplify the work we do for our beloved community.

Whether you're a dog lover, a supporter of local businesses, or just looking for the perfect holiday gift, the Dogs of Downtown Calendar is the paw-sitive way to make an impact. Grab yours today and help us continue to make Asheville the incredible place we all love to call home.

🐾 Thank you for supporting the Asheville Downtown Association Foundation! 🐾

Hayden Plemmons
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