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].
Stillness and Motion
Red House Art Gallery & Studios 101 Cherry Street, Black MountainIn 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 RockThis musical doesnât just dance, it dazzles! Set to the anthems that defined a generation â âHolding Out for a Hero,â âLetâs Hear It for the Boy,â âAlmost Paradise,â and […]
CAMP: WITCHES of Oz: For Good – June 22-26 (actors and theater techies)
Asheville Junior Theater 174 Bradley Branch Rd, ArdenWITCHES of oz: for good - June 22-26 (actors and theater techies) âš WITCHES OF OZ: FOR GOOD Summer Camp (ages 8â16) âš Follow the yellow brick road into a […]
Getting Going on the Wheel – Beginners
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortIf you've wanted to learn to throw pottery but have felt intimidated this beginner class is for you. I aim to help each student move through the first and often […]
New Glass Studio in Old Fort
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortArrowhead 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, AshevilleThe 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 […]
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 […]
Free Art Class for Adults!
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortThe 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 FortThe 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, Asheville6PM 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 […]
Jump into JUNE Classes!
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortJump into some fantastic classes at Arrowhead Gallery & Studios!
Mountain Biking and Hiking Art Exhibit â Call for Artists
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortArrowhead 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. […]
Camp Bangin’ & Sangin’
Evergreen Community Charter School 50 Bell Road, AshevilleCamp Bangin' & Sangin'! is back for summer 2026! đ„đ¶ Led by Billy Jonas, this fun music day camp returns to Asheville this summer with something for everyone. Whether you're […]
Impact [.!?$]: An Art Exhibition for Junteenth and Civic Season
YMI Cultural Center 39 S. Market Street, AshevilleIMPACT 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 […]
Photoshop Layers Made Easy! Two-Part Series
Red House Art Gallery & Studios 101 Cherry Street, Black MountainSession One: The Mystery of âLayersâ â a challenge for many who want to learn to use Adobe Photoshop! In reality, layers are a great tool and easy to use, […]
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 WNCâs only all BIPOC burlesque showcase. […]
WNC Animals Creative Arts Camp / Rising 1stâ2nd Grades
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleGet ready for a wild and creative summer adventure! Designed for rising 1st and 2nd graders, this arts integration camp explores the animals of Western North Carolina through music, movement, […]
Home Sweet Home Abstract Painting Workshop
Red House Art Gallery & Studios 101 Cherry Street, Black MountainLocal mixed media artist Miranda Wildman welcomes you to the whimsical world of abstract landscape painting. Using wood painting panels as our substrate, we will explore layers upon layers of […]
Crisp Comedy live in Leicester featuring Danny Felix
Noble Cider downtown 49 Rankin Ave., AshevilleCrisp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester, NC at Noble Cider! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two shows are the same! This month we […]
Zoe & Cloyd | The Foreign Landers with special guest Kevin Kehrberg
White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Rd , Black MountainZoe & Cloydâthe creative partnership of fiddler/vocalist Natalya Zoe Weinstein and multi-instrumentalist/vocalist John Cloyd Millerâprove that opposites truly do attract. Hailing from two distinct musical worlds, they merge their unique […]
Misfit Improv Presents: WLOL News Tonight!
Haiku I Do 26 Sweeten Creek Rd, AshevilleWelcome to WLOL New Tonight! Flip your information station to Misfit Improv's news-based comedy show, all inspired by local and national newspaper articles that we bring to you--the audience! Each […]
Sonida Gallo Negro
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, AshevilleSTANDING ROOM ONLY SONIDO GALLO NEGRO Sonido Gallo Negro is a band from Mexico City going back to the roots of psychedelic tropical music with guitars, eccentric organs, analog synthesizers, […]
Don’t Tell Comedy South Slope Asheville
The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, AshevilleShow Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. […]
Don’t Tell Comedy West Asheville
AyurPrana Listening Room 312 Haywood Rd, AshevilleShow Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. This show will have chairs […]
