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].
Sister Act – Flat Rock Playhouse – 10/2-10/25
Flat Rock Playhouse 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat RockWhen disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a crime, she hides out in the last place anyone would look — a convent. Suddenly, the sequins are swapped for habits, and […]
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, […]
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 […]
Beginner Shoemaking, Oxford or Derby
Deborah's School of Shoemaking 121 Montana Avenue, AshevilleEnroll now for the next 10-class session of handmade shoemaking. Course teaches each student how to make themselves a pair of custom leather shoes from scratch. The workshop covers all […]
Silver Stacking Rings with Gemstone
Ignite Jewelry Studios 84 W Walnut St Unit A, AshevilleBack by popular demand, but with a twist! Join us to make this set of 3 stacking rings in our downtown Asheville jewelry maker studio. You will make your 3 […]
Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
Harrah's Cherokee Center-Asheville 87 Haywood Street, AshevilleThis 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 […]
Lake Eden Reunion + Live Life Like a Festival Book Launch
Camp Rockmont - Lake Eden 375 Lake Eden Road, Black Mountain, NCCome experience the magic of Lake Eden for a joyful weekend of music, dancing, arts, creativity, spoken word, camping, outdoor adventures, wellness and PLAY, for families, friends, or simply you. […]
TreeTops 8.5 Mile Trail Race
DuPont State Forest - Guion Farm 3045 Sky Valley Rd, HendersonvilleJoin us Saturday, October 17, 2026 for the 4th Annual TreeTops 8.5 Mile Trail Race in DuPont State Recreational Forest near Brevard, North Carolina! This event is limited to 300 […]
The Art of Wellbeing: Therapeutic Art Making in the Museum
Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, AshevilleArt has the power to heal, restore, and reconnect us to what matters most. Join us at the Asheville Art Museum for a guided art-making session led by a registered […]
2026 Western North Carolina Parade of Homes
The Western North Carolina Parade of Homes, presented by Warmstead, returns October 17-18 and October 24-25 with a free, self-guided tour of new homes and renovations across Asheville, Hendersonville, Brevard, […]
ENCOUNTERS WITH CREATIVES – GEOFF BARBEY, ORIGINAL OIL ARTIST
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard(FREE) Meet and watch original oil artist Geoff Barbey as he demonstrates his talents. After a 25-year career in advertising and marketing, Geoff felt the pull back to the canvas, […]
Asheville Symphony Masterworks 2: Nightfall
First Baptist Church of Asheville 5 Oak Street, AshevilleDarko Butorac, conductor Joseph Conyers, double bass There is a serene kind of beauty found only at twilight, when the landscape cedes to legend; this program lingers in these wild […]
Gluten-Free Comedy: Dirty Chai Edition at Ginger’s Revenge
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, AshevilleModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and all your local favorites! This Saturday we have Gluten-Free Comedy: Blueberry Mosaic Edition at Ginger's Revenge. Enjoy […]
APLR & Lonesome Station Present: Maya De Vitry with Lyle De Vitry
AyurPrana Listening Room 312 Haywood Rd, AshevilleAPLR & Lonesome Station Present: Maya De Vitry with Lyle De Vitry Saturday, October 17th, 2026 AyurPrana Listening Room - 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806 Doors 6PM || Show […]
Asheville Symphony Masterworks 2: Nightfall
First Baptist Church of Asheville 5 Oak Street, AshevilleDarko Butorac, conductor Joseph Conyers, double bass There is a serene kind of beauty found only at twilight, when the landscape cedes to legend; this program lingers in these wild […]
Carsie Blanton
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, AshevilleSTANDING ROOM ONLY CARSIE BLANTON Carsie Blanton is a songwriter with hooks, chutzpah, and revolutionary optimism. A radical folk artist in the tradition of Woody Guthrie, her infectious melodies and […]