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].

XP League Asheville – Esports Summer Camp!

XP LEAGUE ASHEVILLE 15 LOOP ROAD, SUITE 2B, ARDEN

XP League Camps are designed to engage kids at many different levels. Not only do kids get to meet new friends and improve their skills in the games they love to play, but they will learn about teamwork, communications, sportsmanship, esports health, nutrition, esports psychology, stretching and exercise, mindset and motivation, boosting focus, and so […]

$199.00

5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers on Weds Nights hosted by Karen

Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NC

Juneteenth: Emancipation Day Celebration! Join us to move this Wed Night, June 19th, Emancipate your mind, body and soul! Juneteenth is the day some 2,000 Union Troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas. The army announced that more than 250,000 enslaved black people in the state of Texas, were free by executive order! It declared newly […]

$15 – $25

FILM SCREENING + PERFORMANCE: Man Ray’s Return to Reason

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

Film Screening + Performance: Man Ray’s Return to Reason With a solo performance by Chad Beattie Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 7 PM Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center {120 College Street} Free and open to all Join us for a screening of Man Ray’s newly restored experimental masterpieces Return to Reason (1923-1929) with […]

Free

Third Thursday at the Asheville Art Museum

Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

Every Third Thursday the Museum comes alive with an evening filled with music, tours, art making and more! On June 20, join us for an eclectic evening featuring live music with Xor Music, a screening of the film Style Wars, special cocktails in the rooftop Perspective Café, and a public tour: Discovering Art in Asheville. […]

$15

Sustainable Happiness AVL

Asheville YMCA 30 Woodfin Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Sustainable Happiness AVL is a community group that focuses on positive psychology and practical guidance to help cultivate joy and friendships. This safe, supportive group is free and open to the community. Our group is led by a Certified Holistic Life Coach who uses simple, practical guidance towards sustainable happiness. This group meets at the […]

Free

Eyes Up Here Comedy presents AVLGBTQ pride showcase

LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Eyes Up Here Comedy is a showcase of hilarious femme comedians from all over the country. Tonight we have a special AVL Pride showcase with all of our favorite transgender and nonbinary comics!! Modelface Comedy brings you the best queer comedians from all over the South. Celebrate all the aspects of queer life through laughter. […]

$15

Summer M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Gem Show

Land of the Sky Event Venue 39 Spring Cove Rd., Swannanoa

Our June Asheville gem show will have over 25 vendors with everything from affordable treasures to the finest gems, minerals & jewelry in the Southeast! Entering the show is always free and this is a fun family-friendly event. We are located only 15-minutes from Asheville in Swannanoa, NC. Food and drink are available daily. The […]

Free

Sun & Moon Self-Care Retreat

Lake Jocassee 161 Holcombe CIR, Salem

Enter your summer with intention and self-love. Join author/teacher, Renee Trudeau and soulful women on Fri., June 21st from 1-6 p.m. for her Sun & Moon Self-Care Retreat~ A Summer Solstice, Full Moon Experience on Lake Jocassee, Salem, SC. Replenish under the Strawberry full moon on the gorgeous aquamarine waters of Lake Jocassee for a […]

$225

Full Moon in June Benefit

Patton Parker 95 Charlotte St, Asheville, NC, United States

COME CELEBRATE the midsummer strawberry full moon with an evening of music featuring the Ada Khoury Band, The Moon and You band and Kim Nelson! Walk in with your picnic basket, blanket or low chairs and settle in for a relaxing evening raising money to prevent homelessness in our local women Veteran population. Donations to […]

$20 – $25

Don’t Tell Comedy, South Slope Asheville

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Secret Locations. Shhh...it's a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on […]

$25

Standup Comedy Pageant Benefit for AFM

pleb urban wineary 289 Lyman St, Asheville, NC, United States

Join Slice of Life Comedy Friday June 21 at pleb urban winery for a fun Asheville Standup Comedy Pageant! We are raising money for 103.3ashevillefm our local community radio station, they produce diverse and eclectic programming that inspires listeners to build connections across our communities and discovers new music and ideas. This comedy show is […]

$18

Bottoms Up! Comedy Showcase at Catawba Brewing

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a special comedy showcase at Catawba Brewing!!! A killer lineup of local favorites and nationally touring comedians and Catawba Brewing's award winning craft beer is the recipe for a perfect night! ages 18+ doors at 8:45, show at […]

$15

Snorkel the French Broad River’s Headwaters in Rosman, NC

Join MountainTrue staff and partners for a guided snorkeling experience on the French Broad River’s headwaters at Champion Park in Rosman, NC. Come immerse yourself amongst the vibrant and diverse aquatic life calling the cold, clear, waters of the upper French Broad home. Our guides will be Luke Etchison – Western Region Aquatic Wildlife Diversity […]

$15 – $20

Blue Ridge Storytelling Summit

Center for Pioneer Life 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC, United States

Connie Regan-Blake is the featured storyteller at the first BLUE RIDGE STORYTELLING SUMMIT. The Blue Ridge Storytelling Summit brings acclaimed storytellers to perform live at the Center for Pioneer Life. Tour the 1850 luxury Cabin, enjoy beautiful views of Young’s Knob, and taste the delicious food of Los Cruces while you listen to rollicking, inspirational […]

$5 – $25

The Bees’ Needs: Understanding and Supporting Pollinators Summit

Kittredge Theater 701 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa, NC, United States

Join us for a day of exhibits, short presentations, and a keynote by Dr. Stephen Buchmann. Globally renowned pollination ecologist, author, researcher and film consultant, Dr. Stephen Buchmann will address “Bees & Other Pollinators: Why They Are Essential to Flowers, Wildlife and Us.” Throughout the Summit, melipona bee honey will be on sale and there […]

$20 – $50

The Official Pride Bar Crawl – Asheville – 7th Annual

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Agenda 16:00 - 18:00 *REQUIRED Check In* 16:00 - 22:00 Bar Crawl With Drink Specials 22:00 - 23:59 After Party* 🌈✨ Join Us For The Ultimate Celebration - The Official Pride Bar Crawl! ✨🌈 Hey there, fabulous Asheville crawlers! Crawl With US is thrilled to invite you to The 7th Annual Pride Bar Crawl! Celebrate […]

$10.00

Candlelight: A Tribute to Beyoncé

Asheville Masonic Temple 80 Broadway , Asheville

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Asheville. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Beyoncé at Asheville Masonic Temple under the gentle glow of candlelight. General Info Venue: Asheville Masonic Temple Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the […]

$38.52

Blue Ridge Orchestra’s “Solstice Soirée”

Souther Williams Vineyard 655 Hoopers Creek Road, Fletcher

Solstice Soirée The BRO Chamber Ensemble hails the arrival of summer with an enchanted evening of music at Souther Williams Vineyard. The Blue Ridge Orchestra presents Solstice Soirée, an alfresco chamber concert (with a WNC twist), at 6:00pm on Saturday, June 22nd, in the beautiful Souther Williams vineyard on Hoopers Creek Road in Fletcher, NC. […]

$80

Comedy at Catawba: Kate Willett (early show)

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Saturday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we bring you Kate Willett from NYC! Kate Willett is a comedian, actress and writer who has appeared on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert and Netflix’s Comedy Lineup. She’s the author of the Audible Original “Dirtbag Anthropology.” She’s […]

$18

Comedy at Catawba: Kate Willett (late show)

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Saturday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we bring you Kate Willett from NYC! Kate Willett is a comedian, actress and writer who has appeared on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert and Netflix’s Comedy Lineup. She’s the author of the Audible Original “Dirtbag Anthropology.” She’s […]

$18

Midsummer Market

Wedge at Foundation 5 Foundy Street, Asheville

Experience the Midsummer Market at Wedge Foundation, where local artisans showcase their crafts amidst a vibrant community gathering. Indulge in a local beverage, engage with creators, and immerse yourself in live music. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of creativity and connection.

Free

The Golden Age of American Song

Parish Hall - St. John in the Wilderness 1905 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock

Friends of Music Presents The Golden Age of American Song FLAT ROCK, N.C. – Broadway comes alive on Sunday, June 23 when Friends of Music at the Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness concludes its 2023-24 series with a varied presentation. Vocalists Lori Griswold and Matthew Ruley will be joined by the St. […]

Free

Comedy at Catawba: Alan Massenburg

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have Alan Massenburg from NYC!!! Alan Massenburg is a comedian, writer and actor originally from Philadelphia, Pa. This year, Alan released his debut comedy album, “We Got Action,” which debuted at #1 on the iTunes chart. He has […]

$15

The Key to Love

#3 South Tunnel Rd. #3 South Tunnel Rd., Asheville

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Blood Drive

Ferguson Family YMCA 31 Westridge Market Place, Candler, NC, United States

Give blood, save lives! Come out to the Ferguson Family YMCA on Wed., June 26 and give the gift of life by donating blood. Appointments are required. To schedule an appointment: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive. Use code: FergusonFamilyYMCA.

Free

Everybody But You Bro Comedy Open Mic

LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Join Eyes Up Here Comedy & Modelface Comedy for the premiere open mic for the rest of us -- Everybody But You Bro is a comedy mic for women, non-binary, and femme folks to take the stage and tell jokes -- up to 5 minutes. This is a queer and trans-inclusive mic. We don’t punch […]

Free

Matchmakers live comedy dating show at LaZoom

LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have a special comedy/ dating show with Jenny Zigrino and Shahak Shapira from Los Angeles! “Matchmakers” You’re too hot to be single this summer! Comedian Jenny Zigrino (Comedy Central, HBO Max, Netflix) and Shahak Shapira (Comedy Central, BBC) have teamed […]

$15

THEM! a queer/ femme comedy showcase

LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Eyes Up Here Comedy and Modelface Comedy present THEM! a queer/ femme comedy showcase featuring a group of amazing up and coming comedians from our monthly Everybody But You Bro Open Mic. Arrive early and participate in our Everybody But You Bro Open Mic from 6:30-8pm Hosted by Erin Terry and Danny Felix ages 18+ […]

$7

Free Adult Field Day

Buncombe County Sports Park 24 Apac Circle, Asheville, NC, United States

Buncombe County Parks & Recreation is hosting its first Adult Field Day! The event will take place on June 27 from 4-9 p.m. at Buncombe County Sports Park in fields 1 and 2. The Adult Field Day will feature various beginner-friendly sports workshops from ABASA (Asheville Buncombe Adult Soccer Association), WNC Disc Golf Association, Asheville […]

Free

PERFORMANCE: Gordon Beeferman + Stephanie Griffin

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

Performance: Gordon Beeferman (piano) and Stephanie Griffin (viola) Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 7pm Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center {120 College Street} TICKETS – $15 General Admission / $10 BMCM+AC members + Students w/ID Composer/performers Gordon Beeferman (piano) and Stephanie Griffin (viola) present an eclectic program of contemporary solo and duo music that […]

$15.00

Funky Fresh Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge

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

Modelface Comedy presents Funky Fresh Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! The Comedy is Funky but the ginger beer is Fresh Funky Fresh Comedy is an extra silly night of live comedy on the patio at Ginger's Revenge! A fun mix of your favorite local comics and some silly boys from NYC! All for only $5!!! Plus […]

$5

Mabilene + Sara Jean Kelley

Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

Country artist Mabilene takes the Citizen Vinyl stage on Thursday, June 27. Doors at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Sara Jean Kelly opens. $12 advance / $15 at the door. A soulful siren born and raised in Houston, Texas, Mabilene grew up surrounded by country and top 40 pop music. Her parents’ record collection […]

$12 – $15

Crisp Comedy, live in Leicester featuring Hunter Roberts

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 shows are the same! This month we are featuring Hunter Roberts from Tennessee! Hunter Roberts is a stand up southern gentleman most recently known as […]

Free

Comedy at Catawba: Juan Nicolón

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Juan Nicolón from NYC!! Juan Nicolón is a Stand Up Comedian, Writer and a world famous lover of soup. His comedy has been described as: "Larry David meets Sofia Vergara" - something Juan takes as a very […]

$18

Freaky Friday Comedy Showcase

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have the Freaky Friday stand-up comedy showcase! Some of the best local and national comedians are getting freaky at Catawba Brewing!! ages 18+ doors 8:45pm, show at 9:15pm Tickets $15

$15