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 […]

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

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. […]

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

Camp Bangin’ & Sangin’

Evergreen Community Charter School 50 Bell Road, Asheville

Camp Bangin' & Sangin'! is back for summer 2026! 🥁🎶 Led by Billy Jonas, this fun music day camp returns to Asheville this summer with something for everyone. Whether you're […]

$375

Impact [.!?$]: An Art Exhibition for Junteenth and Civic Season

YMI Cultural Center 39 S. Market Street, Asheville

IMPACT is a juried multimedia exhibition exploring the powerful influence and interconnectedness of people, places, and communities in an increasingly technology-centered world. Presented by the Asheville Black Art Futures Research-Practice […]

Joyride Improv Workshop: Winning Is for Losers

Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, Asheville

June 20 & 21 | 1:00 - 4:00 PM | Story Parlor In improv, the moment you try to “win” the scene, you often lose the thing that matters most: […]

$80

Photoshop Layers Made Easy! Two-Part Series

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

Session One: The Mystery of “Layers” — a challenge for many who want to learn to use Adobe Photoshop! In reality, layers are a great tool and easy to use, […]

$60 – $100

Decoda Chamber Music at The NC Arboretum

NC Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville

Arboretum, by Decoda bassoonist Brad Balliett, is a unique musical work featuring a collection of solos and duets inspired by different tree species. Performed simultaneously throughout the gardens, the piece […]

Free

Burlesque Brunch

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

-AGES 18+ -SEATED SHOW BURLESQUE BRUNCH Welcome to the most dazzling brunch experience in Asheville! Producer and award-winning burlesque sensation, Madison Jane brings you WNC’s only all BIPOC burlesque showcase. […]

$21.88

Weekly Sunday Scrabble

Stephens Lee Recreation Center 30 George Washington Carver Avenue, Asheville

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 […]

Free

Chatham Rabbits for Helene Recovery

Hubba Hubba Smokehouse 2724 Greenville Hwy, Flat Rock

The Feast of St. John Helps Helene Survivors Sunday, June 21 at Hubba Hubba Smokehouse Flat Rock, N.C. – The Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness invites you […]

Free

RAD Comedy: Dad Jokes, Father’s Day Showcase

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Every Sunday Modelface Comedy Club brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we are celebrating Father's Day! Dad Jokes! is a show celebrating the worst […]

$18

Allen Stone

Coach Music Factory at Peace Center 310 S. Main St., Greenville

Appearing in the Peace Center's new Coach Music Factory, Soul/R&B luminary Allen Stone enraptures audiences with electrifying performances and soulful melodies that embody the essence of classic soul legends.

$49.50