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 […]
Points in Space: Performance at Black Mountain College Exhibit
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaBlack 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 […]
Boho Silver Earrings
Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United StatesCome 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. […]
Riveting Sterling Ring
Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United StatesCome 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 […]
Silver Stacking Rings
Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United StatesSpend 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, […]
Lake Hickory Haunts 2025
Lake Hickory Haunts 520 Carolina Ave, HickoryVoted 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 […]
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, […]
Exhibit Opening and Reception
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortArrowhead 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 […]
MountainTrue ONLINE Fall Native Plant & Shrub Sale with pick up in ASHEVILLE, NC
OnlineIs your yard ready for a fresh start after the storm? Or maybe it just needs a little love?🌿 Save the date for our 2025 Fall Native Plant Sale! 🌿 […]
Honky Tonk Singing with Cary Fridley
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesJoin 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 […]
Artscapades
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortDiscussion Topic: “Favorite Supplies, Hacks, Recycles and DIY” Please RSVP by 10/16/25 AT: [email protected]
PERFORMANCE: The Music of John Cage, Lou Harrison, Arnold Schoenberg, and Amy Williams
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaAsheville Symphony Orchestra and BMCM+AC Present The Music of John Cage, Lou Harrison, Arnold Schoenberg, and Amy Williams Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7 pm Black Mountain College Museum + […]
Mac Saturn
The Grey Eagle 185 Clingman Ave, AshevilleThe 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 […]
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
Homewood 19 Zillicoa St, Asheville, NCColors 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 […]
Sunset Yoga & Private Salt Cave – October 23rd
Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, AshevilleWe’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 […]
Nielsen Big Idea Lecture: Dr. Chenjerai Kumanyika
Warren Wilson College 701 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa, NC, United StatesWarren 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, […]
Nielsen Big Idea Lecture: Dr. Chenjerai Kumanyika
Warren Wilson College is honored to welcome Dr. Chenjerai Kumanyika as the featured speaker for their Nielsen Big Idea Lecture in Fall 2025.
Justice Forum
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesPisgah 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 […]
Josh Blue: Berserker Tour
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesThur, 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, AshevilleWho: 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 […]
Solo Art Exhibit
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortArrowhead 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, WaynesvilleTUXEDO 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 […]
Crisp Comedy Live in Leicester featuring Sarah Love
Noble Cidery and Taproom 356 New Leicester Highway, Asheville, NCCrisp 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 […]
Modelface Comedy presents Holly Ballantine
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface 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 […]
Clue on Stage
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesAdapted 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 […]
The Comedy Zone: Orlando Leyba
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleFri & 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 CountiesSolo 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.
Hendersonville Farmers Market
Historic Train Depot 650 Maple Street, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, United StatesDiscover 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, […]
Trick or Trail 5k & 1 Mile
Nelon's Feed 519 Maple Street, HendersonvilleWe’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, AshevilleAfter 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 […]
PERFORMANCE: Asheville Symphony – Masterworks Concert (Convergence)
First Baptist Church of Asheville 5 Oak Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesPERFORMANCE: 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 […]
Clue on Stage
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesAdapted 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 […]
Asheville Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl, by Bar Crawl USA
Downtown Asheville Bars Downtown Asheville Bars, AshevilleThe 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 […]
BMCA’s 25th Anniversary Celebration
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesJoin 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 […]