The Laurel of Asheville‘s Community Events Calendar

If you would like to submit an event to appear in our online Community Events Calendar, please visit our submission page.

 

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].

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Stillness and Motion

Red House Art Gallery & Studios 101 Cherry Street, Black Mountain

In this exhibition we are presenting works that depict contrasts and connections between calm and energy, balance and disruption. Works presented interpret movement and moments of stillness that offer reflection […]

Urban Sketchers Takeover Exhibit at RAD Rendezvous

RAD Rendevous 87 Roberts St, Asheville

In conjunction with Carolinas Sketch Crawl (June 5-7), an exhibit of sketches from the Urban Sketchers chapters of Asheville, Charlotte, and Greenville (SC) will be on view at RAD Rendevous […]

Free

Footloose

Flat Rock Playhouse 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock

This musical doesn’t just dance, it dazzles! Set to the anthems that defined a generation — “Holding Out for a Hero,” “Let’s Hear It for the Boy,” “Almost Paradise,” and […]

Ongoing

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

$15 – $25

Wednesday Evening Open Figure Drawing

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

Arrowhead Gallery and Studios is introducing a three-month trial of evening figure drawing sessions to gauge the arts community's interest in establishing a regular monthly figure drawing program. These non-instructional […]

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 […]

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 […]

Golden Folk Sessions

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

6PM DOORS / 7PM SHOW FULLY SEATED SHOW GOLDEN FOLK SESSIONS Golden Folk Sessions (formerly Open Folk AVL) offers an intimate, carefully curated listening experience that celebrates the art of […]

$13.16

Jump into JUNE Classes!

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

Jump into some fantastic classes at Arrowhead Gallery & Studios!

Simply Charmed – Drop-In – June 2026

Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville

**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 […]

$45.00

The Good, Bad and the Ugly?

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

In this 4 - week workshop, we will be embracing the artistic process and learn to push past the “Ugly Stages” and embrace the art of creative experimentation. We will […]

$110

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. […]

The Notebook: Broadway Tour

Peace Center 300 South Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601, USA, Greenville

Based on the best-seller that inspired the iconic film, THE NOTEBOOK tells the story of Allie & Noah, who share a lifetime of love despite forces that threaten to tear […]

$71.50 – $121.00

Open Casting/ Investment Part 1

Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville

*This is a 2 day series but you must reserve for both parts of the process. #1 Reserve your 30 minute time slot below to invest a flask. #2 Reserve […]

$35.00

Open Casting: Part 2- Metal Casting

Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville

*This is a 2- Part process and 2 appointments must be made to complete the process. Part 1: Investing - Reserve your 30 minute time slot to invest a flask […]

$35.00

PATIO SHOW: Brendan Lane & The Sugar Packets

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

BRENDAN LANE & THE SUGAR PACKETS Originally hailing from Annapolis, singer-songwriter Brendan Lane has been making music since his school days, where he and his friends — all devout fans […]

$8.72

Face Pot Planter for Couples of BFFs

AVL Clay 4 Mulvaney St, Asheville

Get ready for another face-pot planters workshop with Ethan Monte-Parker. This is a sculptural handbuilding workshop that is beginner friendly and great for couples and/or BFF's. Come have fun and […]

$210

Secret Garden Comedy

The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, Asheville

Modelface Comedy Club brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a secret lineup of amazing comedians!!! Secret Garden Comedy is live at the Cultura […]

$18

Rod Abernethy

White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Rd , Black Mountain

Rod Abernethy is a unique blend of an authentic southern folk troubadour, master acoustic guitarist, and award winning songwriter and composer for film, TV and video games and the Overall […]

$20.00

Drivin N Cryin

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

DRIVIN N CRYIN Drivin N Cryin is an enduring American rock band whose roots-forward sound and uncompromising spirit have made them a vital force since forming in Atlanta, Georgia in […]

$28.74

Pride Pizza PARTY! Gay Comedy

Cultura 147 Coxe Ave., Asheville

Pride Pizza Party isn't just a regular queer comedy showcase. It's a super gay comedy show with pizza! This Pride Month grab a beer and a slice and get ready […]

$18