# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Hot Wings and Handshakes hosted by Asheville Area Business Association
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 24 Jun, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Wed, 24 Jun, 2026 at 07:30 pm
- **Event Description**: ? Hot Wings & Handshakes: The Networking Event That Bites Back 

Tired of the same old networking events… name tags, small talk, and “So what do you do?” on repeat?

Yeah… we were too.

We created something different -- to networking. 
That interview-style hot wing challenge—but networking
A familiar format… with a local twist!

Welcome to Hot Wings & Handshakes — where real conversations happen over rising heat, bold questions, and a little bit of courage.

Here’s how it works:
You’ll sit down with a table of 5, start with a mild wing, and work your way up through 10 levels of heat.
At each round, you’ll draw a question—some fun, some deep, some unexpected—and share your answer with the group.

As the heat builds… so do the conversations.

? Laughs turn into real stories
? Small talk turns into meaningful connection
? And by the end, you’ll know the people at your table way better than any typical networking event

Two Rounds – Choose Your Challenge:

The Icebreaker Round (Mild to Medium) – perfect if you like flavor without the fire
The Deal Closer Round (Medium to Wild) – for those ready to turn up the heat
The Final Shake
Not into spicy food? No problem—we’ve got milder options so you can still play and connect.

What You Get:
✔️ A one-of-a-kind networking experience
✔️ Real conversations with real people
✔️ Access to 100+ local professionals
✔️ Food, drinks, and a room full of energy
✔️ A chance to compete for the final round: “The Final Handshake” (our version of the last dab ?)

Whether you're here to grow your business, meet new people, or just try something completely different…

This is not your average networking event.

Tickets: Limited Seats
Early Bird: $35
Standard: $45
Spectator Pass: $15–$25 (come hang out, watch the chaos, and network!)

**www.ashevilleareabusinessassociation.org/hot-wings-handshakes/#tickets**
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/asheville/hot-wings-and-handshakes-hosted-by-asheville-area-business-association/200030080736646
- **Event Categories**: contests, business, food-drinks
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 41

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Asheville
- **state**: NC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 131 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28803-1526, United States
- **lat**: 35.55914
- **long**: -82.52179
- **full address**: 131 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28803-1526, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Hot Wings and Handshakes hosted by Asheville Area Business Association being held?
  - **A:** Hot Wings and Handshakes hosted by Asheville Area Business Association takes place on Wed, 24 Jun, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Wed, 24 Jun, 2026 at 07:30 pm at 131 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28803-1526, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Hot Wings and Handshakes hosted by Asheville Area Business Association?
  - **A:** Hot Wings and Handshakes hosted by Asheville Area Business Association is organized by Asheville Area Business Association.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Hot Wings and Handshakes hosted by Asheville Area Business Association is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Asheville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Hot Wings and Handshakes hosted by Asheville Area Business Association sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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