Asheville's South Slope neighborhood will host its first annual Funk Fest, a celebration of funk music, local breweries, and the city's vibrant arts scene. The festival, scheduled for the weekend of October 26, aims to draw locals and tourists alike, showcasing the unique character of the South Slope and its growing reputation as a hub for craft beer and live music, the Asheville Citizen-Times reports. The idea for Funk Fest originated from a collaboration between several South Slope businesses,