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].
Golden Hour Yoga & Private Cave
Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, AshevilleImmerse in a deeply nourishing salt cave experience and in the final 15 minutes your instructor will guide you through gentle movements to bring your awareness back to the present, preparing body and mind for yoga on the deck. As the sun sets over the mountains, enjoy a grounding Slow-Flow-N-Yin practice.
Tryon Summer Youth Theater
Tryon Fine Arts Center 34 Melrose Ave, Tryon, NC, United StatesDisney's "Newsies, Jr." musical theater production
THE MOTH Presents: Asheville StorySLAM – “REVENGE”
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Moth StorySLAM is an open-mic storytelling competition in which anyone can share a true, personal, 5-minute story on the night’s theme. Sign up for a chance to tell a story or sit back and enjoy the show! Tonight’s theme is… REVENGE: Prepare a five-minute story about retaliation. Proportional justice, payback, comeuppance, and laughing last… […]
Jenny Zigrino: Comedy in The Cultura Room
The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, AshevilleModelface Comedy Club brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Jenny Zigrino from Los Angeles in Asheville! With the sweetness of the midwest and the sharp edge of the east coast, Jenny Zigrino brings a powerful comedic performance to any stage. She combines hilarious anecdotes and sharp, witty […]
Mornings at the Museum: Five and Under
asheville museum of science 43 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesCome join us for AMOS’s littles-only event! Enjoy two hours of uninterrupted littles-only time on the museum floor, STEAM Storytimes led by AMOS’s PreK educators, and a nature-based play workshop hosted by our community partner, Kids Garden. Complimentary coffee and light breakfast are provided by High Five Coffee, so get ready to start the morning […]
ONE DAY FUNDAMENTALS OF POLYMER WORKSHOP WITH DIANE KUEHN
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesJoin artist Diane Kuehn and begin exploring your creative side with this one-day workshop designed for beginners and those who would like a refresher on the fundamentals of using polymer clay. We’ll cover everything you need to know about using polymer clay from the basic equipment and tools you need, to conditioning the clay, color […]
Book + Art | The Fabric of Wishful Thinking
Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, AshevilleJoin Kathleen Wilson, co-curator of "Warp, Weft, and the Grid", for an introduction to her debut novel, "The Fabric of Wishful Thinking." This richly researched portrait of 1910 rural Appalachia is written by an author with deep expertise in Appalachian history, craft, and culture. Along with its compelling story, Wilson’s book offers a rare look […]
PATIO SHOW: Starseer
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE STARSEER Starseer is a Rock band formed in Asheville, North Carolina. Four friends brought together with the intention of making high energy, powerful and melodic music. With different backgrounds, they blend elements of 70s art rock, modern post-punk and 90s grunge. When you see them live […]
An Evening of Kirtan with Govind Das & Jacqueline Michelle
AyurPrana Listening Room 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NCAPLR Presents: An Evening of Kirtan with Govind Das & Jacqueline Michelle Friday, July 17th, 2026 AyurPrana Listening Room 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806 Govind Das & Jacqueline Michelle Govind Das and Jacqueline Michelle are the directors/owners of Bhakti Yoga Shala in Santa Monica CA. They are a husband-and-wife team and practitioners/teachers/musicians on the […]
Magic with Kate Shela
The Horse Shoe Farm 155 Horse Shoe Farm Drive, HendersonvilleA Transformational weekend of Dance. Over the course of this intimate retreat, Kate Shela invites you into a living, breathing exploration of your body as oracle, artist, and guide. Through daily movement journeys, immersive music, and spacious time for reflection, you’ll be guided to listen beneath the surface—into sensation, intuition, and the deep knowing of […]
Tryon Summer Youth Theater
Tryon Fine Arts Center 34 Melrose Ave, Tryon, NC, United StatesDisney's "Newsies, Jr." musical production
Emerson Woolf & the Wishbones
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States– STANDING ROOM ONLY Genre-defying Emerson Woolf & the Wishbones have been categorized as many things: Indie Alternative, Folk Rock, Dark Country, and Pop Americana, to name a few. Their music forms itself around Emerson’s songwriting, and the raw lyrics and visual storytelling pull listeners in from all walks of musical appreciation. Her songs are […]
Pop-up Book Sale – $5/box or bag
Marshall Library 1335 N Main St, MarshallThe Friends of Madison County Public Library will hold another large pop-up parking lot book sale on July 18 at the Marshall Library, 1335 N Main Street in Marshall, NC, from 9 to 2. ONLY $5/BOX OR BAG! There will be over a thousand new and gently used donated and past library books, DVDs, games […]
2 DAY POLYMER CLAY WORKSHOP WITH DIANE KUEHN – DAY 1
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesCome explore your creativity with artist Diane Kuehn with this step-by-step two-day workshop where you will learn to build a layered, textured pendant or brooch with a variety of techniques using polymer clay. We’ll start with a color palette pleasing to you and then learn some surface design and embellishment techniques to design your one-of-a-kind […]
ENCOUNTERS WITH CREATIVES – HOLLAND VAN GORES, WOOD & MIXED MEDIA ARTIST
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United States(FREE) Meet and watch Holland Van Gores apply milk paint to his incredible wooden sculptures. Holland has spent the better part of his life working with wood. As a child, he had access to his father’s workshop and was able to use the tools and supplies. Learning these skills early in life, led him to […]
FREE PATIO SHOW: Maisy Owen // Lucky Break
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States– FREE SHOW – LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE MAISY OWEN Maisy Owen, a Nashville native, has been surrounded by music and the art of songcraft just about all her life. First came the viola at the age of 9, then guitar where she embraced fingerpicking while soaking in influences from Nick […]
What’s Shaking Summer Shindig
The Mule at Devi's Foot Brewing 131 Sweeten Creek Rd, AshevilleOur next show is coming right up! Come sing and dance with us at The Mule (in the air conditioning) on Saturday, July 18. 3-4:30 p.m. Live music, dance party, drum jam, singalongs, poems, and more! Madrona Food Truck and delicious cool beverages from Devil’s Foot. Mountain grooves for Pre-K and cool kids of all […]
Wavy Charcuterie Board Class
AVL Clay 4 Mulvaney St, AshevilleJoin us for this on-trend clay hand-building class and create your own organic wavy charcuterie board. Your one-of-a-kind piece will be both functional and sculptural — ideal for serving cheeses, fruits, desserts, or as a decorative statement piece in your home. Bonus: while you create you can enjoy the studio's offering of quality wine and […]
Vérité Uncorked: Finger Lakes & Shenandoah Valley
Ivory Road 1854 Brevard Road, ArdenJoin us for a night to celebrate the launch of Vérité Travel Company -- a boutique wine and gastronomy travel company specializing in curated, authentic small group trips to domestic wine regions. The evening will celebrate the food and wine of two upcoming trip regions, while answering any questions about trip details. We will be […]
Tryon Summer Youth Theater
Tryon Fine Arts Center 34 Melrose Ave, Tryon, NC, United StatesDisney's "Newsies, Jr." musical production
Gluten-Free Comedy: Pineapple Jalapeno Edition
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface 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 a cold pint of ginger beer while you laugh it up with Modelface Comedy ages 18+ doors at 7:30, show at 8pm Tickets $18 GA, […]
Don’t Tell Comedy, Hendersonville
Trailside Brewing Company Hendersonville, NC 173 Lenox Park Dr, Hendersonville, NCShow Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. This show will have chairs provided. ♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible. 21+ show. About Don't Tell Comedy […]
Buck Meek
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesSTANDING ROOM ONLY BUCK MEEK A gleaner of the forgotten, Buck Meek tips over the familiar and turns the unknown into a companion. On The Mirror, the artist’s fourth solo record and second album released by 4AD, there’s a tender power, countered by immutable vulnerability. With an uncanny curiosity, Meek conjures twin worlds to reveal […]
Take the Edge Off, Late Night Comedy
Eda Rhyne 101 Fairview Rd, AshevilleModelface Comedy presents Take The Edge Off Comedy Showcase at Eda Rhyne Distillery Nothing takes the edge off like a perfectly crafted cocktail and a good laugh. A late night comedy show featuring some of the silliest comics in the South!! Combining dark humor with hauntingly delicious Appalachian cocktails. This show is ages 21+ Doors […]
In Love with Lavender: The Art of Flower Pounding & Salt Cave
Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, AshevilleLearn the art of flower-pounding and design your own reusable canvas bag. Following the instruction and creation time, we will transition into the Salt Cave for a healing meditation session. Our morning will finish with an herbal tea sampling and an opportunity to walk the newly constructed labyrinth in the garden. Please arrive a few […]
2 DAY POLYMER CLAY WORKSHOP WITH DIANE KUEHN – DAY 2
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesCome explore your creativity with artist Diane Kuehn with this step-by-step two-day workshop where you will learn to build a layered, textured pendant or brooch with a variety of techniques using polymer clay. We’ll start with a color palette pleasing to you and then learn some surface design and embellishment techniques to design your one-of-a-kind […]
COUNTRY BRUNCH w/ Ed Jurdi
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Grey Eagle and Leona Wild Collective Present COUNTRY BRUNCH with Ed Jurdi Sunday, July 19 11am-2pm All Ages This is a FREE event!
Sunday Sounds | Lo Wolf
Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, AshevilleJoin us for an afternoon of music and art in the Museum. With a soundscape of harp music, we invite you to experience artwork in the galleries in a more emotional and sensory way. Captivated at an early age by this incredible instrument, Lo has a unique and improvisational style honed by years of study […]
The Other Mozart
Valborg Theatre 480 Howard St, Boone, NC, United StatesThe Other Mozart is an award-winning, Drama Desk nominated play telling the true, forgotten story of Nannerl Mozart, the genius sister of Amadeus — a prodigy, keyboard virtuoso and composer, who performed throughout Europe with her brother to equal acclaim, but her work and her story faded away, lost to history. Set in a stunning […]
Tryon Summer Youth Theater
Tryon Fine Arts Center 34 Melrose Ave, Tryon, NC, United StatesDisney's "Newsies, Jr." musical production
Soccer Game Watch Party (Spain v. Argentina)
The White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesLooking for the ultimate place to watch the Final? We’ve got you covered. Escape the heat and join us for a premium Soccer Watch Party. Enjoy the game on two giant theater-style projection screens in a perfectly tuned, low-light room with incredible sound. Relax on our ultra-comfortable couches and stay chilled with the best air […]
Heritage Fire Asheville: 2026 Tour Stop
Pisgah Brewing Company 150 Eastside Drive , Black Mountain, NC, United StatesHeritage Fire comes to Asheville as part of the 2026 Heritage Fire x Whiskies of the World Global Tour, a 13-city culinary festival series spanning the United States and Europe. The all-inclusive, walk-around tasting event brings together top regional chefs, pitmasters, ranchers, farmers and culinary artisans for an afternoon celebrating live-fire cooking and responsibly sourced […]
My Magnificent Nemesis
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present PATIO SHOW: MY MAGNIFICENT NEMESIS Sunday, July 19 4:30pm Doors // 5:30pm Show All Ages LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE My Magnificent Nemesis is an Asheville-based progressive cinematic pop rock band with a jazzy edge, led by composer/drummer James Kylen alongside Chuck Lichtenberger (keys), Jonathan […]
Monster Comedy Jam
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleSUNDAY! SUNDAY! SUNDAY!!! Modelface Comedy brings you the Monster Comedy Jam in the RAD Comedy Basement! Your favorite Asheville comics are revving their engines and ready to crush! This month we have an extra special secret guest! Hosted by Jason Reel ages 18+ doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm Tickets $15
Midnight North
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesSTANDING ROOM ONLY BUCK MEEK A gleaner of the forgotten, Buck Meek tips over the familiar and turns the unknown into a companion. On The Mirror, the artist’s fourth solo record and second album released by 4AD, there’s a tender power, countered by immutable vulnerability. With an uncanny curiosity, Meek conjures twin worlds to reveal […]
