The Laurel of Asheville‘s Community Events Calendar

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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].

Simply Charmed- Drop In!

Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United States

**Show up at Ignite Jewelry Studios anytime between 11am and 3pm to make one of these charms! This is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while […]

$45.00

Points in Space: Performance at Black Mountain College Exhibit

Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North Carolina

Black Mountain College’s interdisciplinary and collaborative philosophy fostered groundbreaking time-based experiments across disciplines, significantly influencing performance, theater, film, music, dance, and visual art worldwide. Points in Space: Performance at Black […]

Free

Boho Silver Earrings

Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United States

Come spend 1.5 hours at Ignite jewelry Studios and create this dazzling pair of earrings! Each textured design is individually chosen and pressed into sterling silver using a rolling mill. […]

$85.00

Riveting Sterling Ring

Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United States

Come make this textured and riveted sterling silver ring in a hands on workshop at Ignite Jewelry Studios. A qualified instructor will safely take you through the steps until your […]

$120.00

Silver Stacking Rings

Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United States

Spend 2+ hours as a jeweler! We will work with silver wire to create a set of three textured stacking rings. Learn the techniques you need to fuse the silver, […]

$115.00

Lake Hickory Haunts 2025

Lake Hickory Haunts 520 Carolina Ave, Hickory

Voted the Best Haunt in the Carolinas, Known as the premier haunt of the Carolina’s, Lake Hickory Haunts is a one of a kind haunted theme park; featuring a large […]

$30.00

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, […]

Exhibit Opening and Reception

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

Arrowhead Art Gallery & Studios will host a special evening unveiling the new art exhibit, Old Fort Rising, honoring the enduring spirit of Old Fort. Through the eyes and hands […]

Honky Tonk Singing with Cary Fridley

Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United States

Join Cary for a swinging honky tonk singing class full of heartache, spit fire, country two steps, and wallowing in our sorrows as we sing songs from classic country strong […]

$80

Artscapades

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

Discussion Topic: “Favorite Supplies, Hacks, Recycles and DIY” Please RSVP by 10/16/25 AT: [email protected]

Mac Saturn

The Grey Eagle 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville

The pride of Detroit, Mac Saturn is coming to Asheville! The band stands as a testament to resilience and the unbreakable bonds of musical brotherhood. Emerging from adversity stronger than […]

$20.80

5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen

Homewood 19 Zillicoa St, Asheville, NC

Colors of Fall! Please wear your favorite color of Fall to 5R movement practice! How does certain colors of Fall affect your mood and your body? Do certain colors bring […]

$15 – $25

Sunset Yoga & Private Salt Cave – October 23rd

Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, Asheville

We’ll begin with a 45-minute private Salt Cave session, soaking in its nourishing properties and benefits of salt therapy together. In the final 15 minutes, your instructor Ceiara, will guide […]

$48.00

Nielsen Big Idea Lecture: Dr. Chenjerai Kumanyika

Warren Wilson College 701 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa, NC, United States

Warren Wilson College is honored to welcome Dr. Chenjerai Kumanyika as the featured speaker for their Nielsen Big Idea Lecture in Fall 2025. Dr. Kumanyika is a celebrated journalist, scholar, […]

Justice Forum

Thomas Wolfe Auditorium 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Pisgah Legal’s 14th annual Justice Forum will be held at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium in downtown Asheville on Thursday, October 23rd. There will be a ticketed, pre-event reception at 5:30pm […]

Free

Josh Blue: Berserker Tour

Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

Thur, Oct 23 • 7 pm After winning Last Comic Standing, Josh Blue skyrocketed to fame, delivering knockout sets on The Tonight Show and earning 3rd place on America’s Got […]

Ken Pomeroy performing/supporting Flyte at Eulogy

Eulogy 10 Buxton Ave, Asheville

Who: Ken Pomeroy What: performing/supporting Flyte Where: Eulogy ~ Asheville, NC When: October 23 Time: 8pm (doors @ 7pm) Tix: $32.51 (ticket link) Ages: all ages Website: www.kenpomeroymusic.com About Ken […]

$32.51

Solo Art Exhibit

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

Arrowhead Gallery and Studios in Old Fort invites you to enjoy a Solo Art Exhibit Featuring the Works of Artist Laura Oleniacz. October 24-26, 2025 Reception 5-7 pm Saturday, Oct […]

Tuxedo Junction Band

Wells Events and Reception Center 33 Wells Events Way, Waynesville

TUXEDO JUNCTION has been referred to in area media as the “regional quintessential cover music band” and... it still is! No area band does the variety of material this band […]

$20

Crisp Comedy Live in Leicester featuring Sarah Love

Noble Cidery and Taproom 356 New Leicester Highway, Asheville, NC

Crisp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester, NC at Noble Cider and hosted by Leicesters own Clay Jones! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two […]

Free

Modelface Comedy presents Holly Ballantine

Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United States

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country, and this week we have Holly Ballantine from Atlana! Holly Ballantine is a literal train wreck who has […]

$18

Clue on Stage

Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Adapted from the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn, written by Sandy Rustin, additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price October 16-26 , 2025 Thursday, 10/16 at 7:30 (pay what you […]

$21.75 – $32.00

The Comedy Zone: Orlando Leyba

Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., Asheville

Fri & Sat, Oct 24 & 25 • 8 pm Orlando Leyba is a stand-up comedian known for his animated storytelling and relatable humor. He’s appeared on The Tonight Show, […]

Wistfulness & Whimsy Art Exhibit

Toe River Arts Mitchell and Yancey Counties

Solo Art Exhibit of Burnsville Artist, Melissa L. Flattery, Toe River Arts, Spruce Pine, Owen Gallery, October 25-December 13, 2025. Reception November 14, 2025, 5:30pm-7:30pm.

Free

Hendersonville Farmers Market

Historic Train Depot 650 Maple Street, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, United States

Discover the Hendersonville Farmers Market, Locally Grown, Community Strong A vibrant weekly gathering at the Historic Train Depot in downtown Hendersonville. Running every Saturday from May 3rd to October 25th, […]

Free

Trick or Trail 5k & 1 Mile

Nelon's Feed 519 Maple Street, Hendersonville

We’re back in the heart of Hendersonville and we’re bringing some spirited fun—with an awesome new race shirt and shiny finisher medal for every participant. Costumes? Highly encouraged. FOMO? Guaranteed […]

East Fork Seconds Pop-Up – Asheville

East Fork Warehouse 144 Caribou Road, Asheville

After having to pivot to an online format for last year’s sale in the wake of Hurricane Helene, we’re thrilled to share that the brand’s coveted Seconds Sale is returning […]

Fall Art Market at The RAD Brew Co.

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

🍂🎃 RAD FALL FESTIVAL 🎃🍂 Saturday, Oct. 25 • 1–6 PM We’re packing ALL the autumn vibes into one cozy afternoon: ✨ Shop local art + handmade goods ✨ Get […]

Free

PERFORMANCE: Asheville Symphony – Masterworks Concert (Convergence)

First Baptist Church of Asheville 5 Oak Street, Asheville, NC, United States

PERFORMANCE: Asheville Symphony – Masterworks Concert (Convergence) Saturday, October 25th, 2025 at 2pm AND 8 pm Live at First Baptist Church of Asheville {5 Oak Street, Asheville, NC 28801} TICKETS […]

$20 – $85

Clue on Stage

Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Adapted from the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn, written by Sandy Rustin, additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price October 16-26 , 2025 Thursday, 10/16 at 7:30 (pay what you […]

$21.75 – $32.00

Asheville Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl, by Bar Crawl USA

Downtown Asheville Bars Downtown Asheville Bars, Asheville

The Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl is creeping into town on Saturday, October 25th — and it’s going to be bigger, spookier, and more BOOzy than ever! 🎃 Dare […]

$15.00

BMCA’s 25th Anniversary Celebration

Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United States

Join us for a silver-themed evening of fun, flavor, and dancing as we celebrate 25 years of creativity and community! On Saturday, October 25th at 7pm, BMCA transforms into the […]

$25