The Laurel of Asheville‘s Community Events Calendar

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The Laurel of Asheville is a lifestyle magazine focused on the arts, culture, and communities of Western North Carolina, and submitted events should fall within this context. If your event occurs over several days, please submit multiple events. Events extending beyond a month will not be accepted. All submissions are subject to editorial approval and edits for clarity and style before being published online. If you are going to include a photograph, please be certain that you have the rights to utilize that image. If there is a question about image rights, we may remove the image. Also, images should be no larger than 2000 pixels wide. Large images will prevent the event from being submitted. Please allow up to 5 days for your even to be posted. If you encounter difficulties submitting an event, please email [email protected].

New Glass Studio in Old Fort

Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old Fort

Arrowhead Art Gallery & Studios in Old Fort, NC, kicks off the grand opening of the newly designated Design Glass Studio for learning. Equipment includes a glass kiln, cutting room, hand tools, and supplies needed for independent study. The October stained-glass classes include a Moravian Star and a Star Suncatcher. Learn how to fuse glass […]

Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft

Center for Craft 67 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801 67 Broadway St, Asheville

The word craft-itarianism was coined by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez to name artistic projects that generate employment, raise awareness, or offer therapeutic support through craft. These programs provide a space where people affected by addiction, incarceration, and gun violence can find solidarity while learning a skill. Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft […]

Free

Mellow Vinyasa at HapBE Valley Equine & Wellness Farm

Taught on our serene 800-square-foot yoga deck overlooking the horses and majestic Western North Carolina mountains, this 75-minute mindful, medium-paced Vinyasa class offers a truly immersive and rejuvenating experience. If inclement weather class is taught in the big barn. Designed to awaken your energy while maintaining a steady, accessible pace, this practice offers a balanced […]

$15 – $25

Free Art Class for Adults!

Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old Fort

The Free Adult Art classes are taught by Gallery Instructors who volunteer their time as a way to thank the community and share their love of Art! Class meets on the second Sunday of each month from 2:00 - 4:00 REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

Free Art Class for Kids!

Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old Fort

The Free Art Class for kids happens on the first Sunday of every month from 2 pm to 4 pm. The classes use different media and are taught by volunteer artists who want to share their love of Art with others! All supplies will be provided. Join us for an afternoon of fun and learning! […]

Mountain Biking and Hiking Art Exhibit – Call for Artists

Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old Fort

Arrowhead Gallery & Studios is hosting an art exhibit at our gallery. This exhibition explores the deep connection between movement and landscape through the experiences of mountain biking and hiking. Each work reflects the physical and emotional dialogue between the human body and the natural world - where endurance meets freedom, and challenge transforms into […]

FACES by Lois Simbach

From Nefertiti to the Mona Lisa to Warhol's Marilyn - Faces - especially women's faces, have always been a focal point for artists. Because of my fashion background, I appreciate the unique beauties of my era and town. Here are my latest works. Acrylic on 140 lb. watercolor paper - framed. Two month solo painting […]

Free

Simply Charmed – Drop-In

Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United States

**Show up at Ignite Jewelry Studios anytime between 11pm and 3pm to make your charms! This is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while visiting our downtown Asheville metalsmithing studio and gallery. Come stamp and hammer a charm to your liking! Choose from more than 60 styles of metal stamps and […]

$45.00

Pebble Stacker Rings Workshop

Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United States

Join us at Ignite's metalsmithing studio where you'll make a set of 3 gold fill and silver rings (or all silver) in this jewelry workshop. The instructor will walk you through all the steps, including soldering with a torch, so you will leave with a complete set of rings made to size. Ages 12 and […]

$125.00

Multi-Charm Necklace

Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United States

This combo of both our Simply Charmed and Enamel a Charm is the perfect way to experience a few styles of jewelry making and leave with a multi-charm necklace. This is also perfect for larger groups, bridesmaids parties, and team building. It includes a brass and silver charm of your choosing, plus a sterling silver […]

$105.00

PATIO SHOW: The Nature Boys

The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE THE NATURE BOYS Hailing from the Appalachian musical stronghold of Asheville, NC, The Nature Boys are coming in hot with their brand of bluegrass. As veterans of the acoustic music scene, they are combining a deep love of traditional string band music with a refreshing catalog […]

$8.72

Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands

Harrah's Cherokee Center-Asheville 87 Haywood Street, Asheville

This is the biannual flagship event of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, a nearly 100 year old alliance of fine craftspeople across the 9 states of Southern Appalachia. Over 100 artists will have their work for sale, ranging from fine jewelry to handcrafted furniture to handwoven garments and more, including representation from Qualla Arts, the […]

$12

“Summer Dreams” Online Art Auction

Online

"Summer Dreams" is an online art auction featuring archival items and original abstract artwork by the late artist Jonas Gerard. His daughter Mira is offering a selection of his remaining works at discounted reserve prices, making it more possible for people to bring original artworks and unique studio memorabilia into their homes. This is an […]

Free

Magic with Kate Shela

The Horse Shoe Farm 155 Horse Shoe Farm Drive, Hendersonville

A Transformational weekend of Dance. Over the course of this intimate retreat, Kate Shela invites you into a living, breathing exploration of your body as oracle, artist, and guide. Through daily movement journeys, immersive music, and spacious time for reflection, you’ll be guided to listen beneath the surface—into sensation, intuition, and the deep knowing of […]

In Love with Lavender: The Art of Flower Pounding & Salt Cave

Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, Asheville

Learn the art of flower-pounding and design your own reusable canvas bag. Following the instruction and creation time, we will transition into the Salt Cave for a healing meditation session. Our morning will finish with an herbal tea sampling and an opportunity to walk the newly constructed labyrinth in the garden. Please arrive a few […]

$80

2 DAY POLYMER CLAY WORKSHOP WITH DIANE KUEHN – DAY 2

Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United States

Come explore your creativity with artist Diane Kuehn with this step-by-step two-day workshop where you will learn to build a layered, textured pendant or brooch with a variety of techniques using polymer clay. We’ll start with a color palette pleasing to you and then learn some surface design and embellishment techniques to design your one-of-a-kind […]

$285.00

COUNTRY BRUNCH w/ Ed Jurdi

The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

The Grey Eagle and Leona Wild Collective Present COUNTRY BRUNCH with Ed Jurdi Sunday, July 19 11am-2pm All Ages This is a FREE event!

Free

Sunday Sounds | Lo Wolf

Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, Asheville

Join us for an afternoon of music and art in the Museum. With a soundscape of harp music, we invite you to experience artwork in the galleries in a more emotional and sensory way. Captivated at an early age by this incredible instrument, Lo has a unique and improvisational style honed by years of study […]

Free for Members or included with Museum admission

The Other Mozart

Valborg Theatre 480 Howard St, Boone, NC, United States

The Other Mozart is an award-winning, Drama Desk nominated play telling the true, forgotten story of Nannerl Mozart, the genius sister of Amadeus — a prodigy, keyboard virtuoso and composer, who performed throughout Europe with her brother to equal acclaim, but her work and her story faded away, lost to history. Set in a stunning […]

Tryon Summer Youth Theater

Tryon Fine Arts Center 34 Melrose Ave, Tryon, NC, United States

Disney's "Newsies, Jr." musical production

$5 – $10

Soccer Game Watch Party (Spain v. Argentina)

The White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United States

Looking for the ultimate place to watch the Final? We’ve got you covered. Escape the heat and join us for a premium Soccer Watch Party. Enjoy the game on two giant theater-style projection screens in a perfectly tuned, low-light room with incredible sound. Relax on our ultra-comfortable couches and stay chilled with the best air […]

Free

Heritage Fire Asheville: 2026 Tour Stop

Pisgah Brewing Company 150 Eastside Drive , Black Mountain, NC, United States

Heritage Fire comes to Asheville as part of the 2026 Heritage Fire x Whiskies of the World Global Tour, a 13-city culinary festival series spanning the United States and Europe. The all-inclusive, walk-around tasting event brings together top regional chefs, pitmasters, ranchers, farmers and culinary artisans for an afternoon celebrating live-fire cooking and responsibly sourced […]

$109 – $159

My Magnificent Nemesis

The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present PATIO SHOW: MY MAGNIFICENT NEMESIS Sunday, July 19 4:30pm Doors // 5:30pm Show All Ages LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE My Magnificent Nemesis is an Asheville-based progressive cinematic pop rock band with a jazzy edge, led by composer/drummer James Kylen alongside Chuck Lichtenberger (keys), Jonathan […]

$15.03

Monster Comedy Jam

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

SUNDAY! SUNDAY! SUNDAY!!! Modelface Comedy brings you the Monster Comedy Jam in the RAD Comedy Basement! Your favorite Asheville comics are revving their engines and ready to crush! This month we have an extra special secret guest! Hosted by Jason Reel ages 18+ doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm Tickets $15

$15

Midnight North

The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

STANDING ROOM ONLY BUCK MEEK A gleaner of the forgotten, Buck Meek tips over the familiar and turns the unknown into a companion. On The Mirror, the artist’s fourth solo record and second album released by 4AD, there’s a tender power, countered by immutable vulnerability. With an uncanny curiosity, Meek conjures twin worlds to reveal […]

$28.95

CAMP: Royal knights and fairy lights – July 20-24

Asheville Junior Theater 174 Bradley Branch Rd, Arden

✨ THE ROYAL KINGDOM! Summer Camp – Full Day or Half Day (ages 4–7) ✨ Let it go — and step into a world filled with brave heroes, daring adventurers, magical kingdoms, and powerful royals! ❄️👑🦁 This exciting week brings together your child’s favorite characters from Frozen and beyond — including queens, princes, wizards, beasts, […]

CAMP: Triple Threat: Advanced Performance Intensive – July 20-24

Asheville Junior Theater 174 Bradley Branch Rd, Arden

✨ Elements of the Stage Master Class – Advanced Performance Intensive for Serious Performers (ages 12-18) ✨ ✨This is deep-dive performance intensive is designed for serious young actors ready to push beyond the basics and explore the full spectrum of stagecraft. Campers will train with industry professionals in combat, improv, choreography, and vocal technique while […]

Fabulous Fables Creative Arts Camp / Rising 1st–2nd Grades

Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., Asheville

Step into the timeless world of Aesop’s fables in this imaginative arts integration camp for rising 1st and 2nd graders! Campers will bring classic stories to life through creative drama, movement, visual art, and playful performance while exploring themes of kindness, teamwork, perseverance, and problem-solving. Young artists will create simple costumes and art projects inspired […]

Weekly Sunday Scrabble

Stephens Lee Recreation Center 30 George Washington Carver Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

If you enjoy word games like Wordle, Boggle, Words with Friends or online Scrabble this may be the place for you! Equipment is provided. Drop in when you can; leave when you want. All levels of play. A “cheat sheet” for new players and free challenges. See you Sunday!

Free

Seed Saving 101 w/ Utopian Seed Project

Asheville Tool Library 16 Smith Mill Rd, Asheville

Learn the art of seed saving! Walk away with the practical skills to preserve your favorite plant varieties and support local biodiversity. Join us for Seed Saving 101, part one of our two part Seed Saving Series in collaboration with Lu of Utopian Seed Project. During this informational workshop, participants will learn about seed saving […]

$25

NOW That’s What I Call Music BINGO!

The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

The Grey Eagle Presents NOW THAT’S WHAT I CALL MUSIC BINGO Tuesday, July 21 6pm This is a FREE event! We take your three favorite things and combine them into one. Beer, Music, & Bingo! Bring your charged cell phone, listen to music, mark off squares until you get a bingo, win prizes!

Free

NOW That’s What I Call Music BINGO!

The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

The Grey Eagle Presents NOW THAT’S WHAT I CALL MUSIC BINGO Tuesday, July 21 6pm This is a FREE event! We take your three favorite things and combine them into one. Beer, Music, & Bingo! Bring your charged cell phone, listen to music, mark off squares until you get a bingo, win prizes!

Free

OPEN STUDIO – JULY EDITION – WITH ANNE STRUTZ, PSA, IAPS-MC

Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United States

Join Anne in the studio for four Wednesdays in July for an open-format pastel class designed to help you develop and refine your skills in this richly expressive medium. Each session will include guided exercises that focus on core artistic principles alongside techniques that bring energy and life to your work. Participants are to bring […]

$225

5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen

Homewood 19 Zillicoa St, Asheville, NC

SOUL-N-FUNK WAVE! Join us for an evening of movement through the 5Rhythms® to the Wave of Soul -n-Funk. We will honor all musicians who share their musical artistry, heart and soul to that era! We will move to the Maps created by Gabrielle Roth. Pic by Karsten Winegeart Homewood, 19 Zillicoa St. Asheville, NC 28801, […]

$15 – $25

AMOS Community Night: Expansion Listening Session

asheville museum of science 43 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

All ages are invited to attend this community night- we want to hear from you! Come learn more about our expansion with AMOS’ leadership team. Leave your own feedback for new exhibits, amenities, and improvements. Learn how to become an AMOS community advocate and increase awareness for expanded STEAM learning and hands-on experiences around Western […]

Free