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 […]

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 […]

Free
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

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. […]

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 […]

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

NOW That’s What I Call Music BINGO!

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

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 […]

Free

Simply Charmed – Drop-In

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

Pebble Stacker Rings Workshop

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

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 […]

$125.00

Multi-Charm Necklace

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

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 […]

$105.00