Event Schedule & Holiday Experiences
Asheville, NC – All events held indoors, in fully air-conditioned venues
Celebrate the holiday magic of Christmas in July with soulful jazz, elegant experiences, and festive surprises—every moment curated for joy, luxury, and connection.
Full Weekend Itinerary
Wednesday – MAJACE + Java Grand Only
Access: MAJACE Team & Java Grand guests only
Wednesday Night Sponsors
Joe Incorvia & Lynda Gibson
The Florida Smooth Jazz Foundation
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM MAJACE Spa Featuring Moore Body Agency (Paid Services) Alexander, 2nd Fl
- 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM YMI Cultural Center Tour & Welcome (Offsite Event) 39 S. Market Street
- 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM Registration Opens Pre Function Ballroom
- 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM Santa's After Dark Ft. Dee Lucas and DJ ThoroNC (Java Grand Soirée) Top of Plaza & Paparazzi Suite, 12th Fl
- 9:30 PM MAJACE Nightlife Hang Pre Function ballroom 1st floor
✦Spa Services Available — Wednesday to Saturday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Schedule subject to change
Platinum & Java Grand Only
Access: VIP Guests Only
- 7:15 AM – 8:15 AM Morning Meditation Top of Plaza, 12th Fl
- 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM MAJACE Spa Featuring Moore Body Agency (Complimentary) Alexander, 2nd Fl
- 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM MAJACE Golf Tournament Off Site
- 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM Registration Opens Pre Function Ballroom
- 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Ladies Vendor Market Windsor Pre Function, 1st Fl
- 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM Conversations AND Coffee Ladies Panel Windsor Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM MAJACE Spa Featuring Moore Body Agency (Complimentary) Alexander, 2nd Fl
- 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Registration Opens Pre Function Ballroom
- 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Wacky Tacky Christmas Dinner Ft. Marcel Anderson (Java Grand and Platinum) Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM Comedy Show Ft. Rod of God Comedy, Hosted by Marcus Anderson (Java Grand and Platinum) Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 10:00 PM – 1:00 AM The AND Cigar Lounge & DJ After Party Ft. DJ ThoroNC Pre Function & Outdoor Patio
✦Spa Services Available — Wednesday to Saturday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Schedule subject to change
All Guests
(Access: Java Grand, Platinum, Gold, General)
☀ Morning Activities
- 7:15 AM – 8:15 AM Morning Meditation Top of Plaza, 12th Fl
- 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM MAJACE Fitness Walk Meet in the Lobby
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM MAJACE Spa Featuring Moore Body Agency (Complimentary) Alexander, 2nd Fl
- 8:45 AM – 9:45 AM Line Dance Class Top of Plaza, 12th Fl
- 9:45 AM – 11:30 AM Registration Opens Pre Function Ballroom
- 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM Conversations AND Coffee Men's Panel, Hosted by Marcus Anderson Windsor Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 10:45 AM – 1:00 PM Naughty & Nice Brunch (Java Grand & Platinum) Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 1:15 PM – 1:45 PM ENCORE 2027 Guest Meet-up (Invitation Only) Top of Plaza, 12th Fl
- 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM MAJACE Spa Featuring Moore Body Agency (Complimentary) Alexander, 2nd Fl
★ Evening Entertainment
- 5:45 PM Doors Open Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 6:30 PM Evening Shows Begin Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 6:30 PM – 6:35 PM Host Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 6:35 PM – 7:30 PM BK Jackson / Nicholas Cole Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 7:30 PM – 7:40 PM Sponsorship Spotlight Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 7:40 PM – 8:25 PM Althea Renee Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 8:25 PM – 8:40 PM Intermission Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 8:40 PM – 8:45 PM Host Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 8:45 PM – 9:35 PM Mindi Abair Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 10:00 PM – 11:00 PM Conversations AND Coffee – Comedy Hypnosis with Dr. Leon Sankofa Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 11:00 PM – 1:00 AM After Party Ft. DJ ThoroNC (VIP Only) Pre-Function & Outdoor Patio
Schedule subject to change
All Guests
(Access: Java Grand, Platinum, Gold, General)
☀ Daytime Activities
- 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM MAJACE Fitness Walk Meet in the Lobby
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM MAJACE Spa Featuring Moore Body Agency (Paid Services) Alexander, 2nd Fl
- 8:45 AM – 9:45 AM Line Dance Class Top of Plaza, 12th Fl
- 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM Artist Meet & Greet Reception Windsor Pre Function, 1st Fl
★ Evening Entertainment
- 5:45 PM Doors Open Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 6:30 PM Evening Shows Begin Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 6:30 PM – 6:35 PM Host Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 6:35 PM – 7:20 PM Darnell “Showcase” Taylor Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 7:20 PM – 7:30 PM Host Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 7:30 PM – 8:15 PM Rebecca Jade / Ellis Hamilton Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 8:15 PM – 8:20 PM Host Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 8:20 PM – 9:10 PM Richard Elliott Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 9:10 PM – 9:25 PM Intermission Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 9:25 PM – 10:30 PM Marcus Anderson Grand Ballroom, 1st Fl
- 10:30 PM – 1:00 AM After Party Ft. DJ ThoroNC (VIP Only) Pre-Function & Outdoor Patio
✦One last magical evening of music, dancing, and festive farewell. Thank you for being part of the MAJACE Holiday Experience!
Schedule subject to change
Wednesday , July 22, 2026
Wednesday – MAJACE + Java Grand Only
Wednesday Night Sponsors
Joe Incorvia & Lynda Gibson
The Florida Smooth Jazz Foundation
Access: All Guests – MAJACE | Java Grand – Soirée)
- MAJACE Welcome & Reunion: (Hotel Lobby) Kick off your MAJACE weekend with connection, community, and celebration. Open to all registered guests.
- SWAG Pickup: Begins
- Java Grand VIP: Elevated Swag Package
- Platinum VIP: Full VIP Swag Package
- Private Java Grand Soirée: (Java Grand only) Signature holiday cocktail, celebratory toast, and live entertainment in an intimate, upscale setting.
- After hang at Hotel Eve Jazz ( offsite )
Thursday , July 23, 2026
Platinum & Java Grand Only
Access: VIP Guests Only
- Morning Meditation: Start your day with calm, clarity, and intention at our guided Morning Meditation session.
- MAJACE Golf Tournament: Daytime – Offsite: Supporting the Marcus Anderson Foundation
- ENCORE Spa Experience: Java Grand & Platinum: Premium spa treatments available all day for top-tier guests
- Return of the Ladies Panel: A powerful and inspiring discussion featuring dynamic women
- Christmas Eve Dinner & Comedy Show: A festive, jazzy pre-Christmas celebration with gourmet dining, laughter, and dancing
- After Party & Cigar Lounge: Patio: Smooth sounds, signature cigars, and relaxed elegance under the stars
Friday, July 24, 2026
Platinum & Java Grand Only
(Access: Java Grand, Platinum, Gold, General)
- Access: Java Grand, Platinum, Gold, General
- Dance Class: Morning: A fun and energizing start to your day.
- Spa Experience: Java Grand & Platinum: Relax and reset with luxury wellness experiences
- SWAG Pickup: Continues
- Gold Ticket Holders: Gold Swag Bag (includes MAJACE tote, branded t-shirt, and sample coffee)
- NEW: Men’s Panel: Insightful, engaging dialogue from leading male voices
- Naughty & Nice Brunch: Java Grand & Platinum only: A festive holiday brunch with music, a DJ, and a playful “list check” twist
- Evening Concerts:
- Java Grand – Reserved cocktail table seating with hors d’oeuvres & a bottle of wine
- Platinum – Reserved premium seating
- Gold & General Admission – Evening access begins here
- Late Night After Party: VIP Only: An exclusive night of dancing, connection, and celebration
Saturday, July 25, 2026
All Guests
(Access: Java Grand, Platinum, Gold, General)
- Dance Class: Morning: A fun and energizing start to your day.
- ENCORE Spa Experience: Java Grand & Platinum: One last day to unwind in luxury
- Comedy Hypnosis with Dr. Leon Sankofa (Open to All)
- Artist Meet & Greet: (Java Grand & Platinum only) Hors d’oeuvres and special access to featured artists
- Evening Concerts:
- Java Grand – Cocktail table with wine & hors d’oeuvres
- Platinum – Premium reserved seating
- Gold & General Admission – Open concert floor seating
- Final After Party Celebration: VIP Only
