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].

Black Mountain Blues

White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Rd , Black Mountain, NC, United States

A Mountain of Blues in a little town that rocks. A three day music Festival in downtown Black Mountain. Black Mountain Blues is more than a Music Festival – we are dedicated to honoring the deeply rooted history and influence of the Blues on Americana Music and U.S history. The Blues is a testament of […]

Factory Fridays – Factory Outlet Store Grand Re-opening

Diamond Brand Gear 145 Cane Creek Industrial Park Rd, Ste 100, Fletcher, NC, United States

Diamond Brand Gear is thrilled to announce the grand re-opening of their historic factory outlet store this summer! Join us on July 12th for the launch of "Factory Fridays," a new weekly shopping experience with a unique behind-the-scenes look into the craft gear-making process. Every Friday afternoon from 1-5pm, guests will get the opportunity to... […]

Lakisha Blount: When We See Us

Tyger Tyger Gallery 191 Lyman Street, Studio 144, Asheville, NC, United States

Tyger Tyger Gallery is delighted to announce its upcoming solo exhibition, When We See Us, featuring the bright, bold and vibrant artwork of local artist Lakisha Blount. Born in the historic Black community of Texana, North Carolina, Blount honors the essence of her experiences and generational stories of Black mountain life in Appalachia through her […]

Free

Comedy at Catawba: Mia Jackson

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have Mia Jackson from NYC!!! Mia Jackson, a native of Columbus, GA, started her stand up career in Atlanta. Now living in New York, Mia performs regularly around the city when not on the road. In 2022, she […]

$18

Summer Event Series: Open Jam Night

Art Garden Avl 191 Lyman St, Asheville, NC, United States

July 12, 2024 07:00PM - 10:00PM Come to listen or jam out! We are now hosting an Open Jam Night in The Canopy at Art Garden AVL every 2nd Friday of the month! Hosted by The Pot Stirred and local band, East Ritual! You can come and listen, or sign up to show off your […]

Free

A Slow Ride a play by Joseph Reed Hayes

Asheville Community Theatre 35 East Walnut Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Three generations of women take a Sunday ride. A story about the tension, humor, affection and near-demented discord of families; the journey of mothers and daughters; in-jokes, embarrassment and eyeball rolling; but also the concerns and terrors of living under — and living with someone within — the shadow of encroaching dementia.

$15 – $20

Neurographics and Exploration

Re.Imagine Gallery 15 Spivey Lake Dr., Fairview

Neurographics and Exploration with Ellen Haack, is an artistic method using your senses. You tap into your mental and psychological creativity to realize personal insights. If you are interested in Zentangle and creating spontaneously, this is the workshop for you!

$100.00

“Our Landscape” Group Exhibit Opening Reception

Art Garden Avl 191 Lyman St, Asheville, NC, United States

Join us on Second Saturdays each month of 2024 for our Who Am I, Who Are We? exhibit in collaboration with The River Arts District! Each month we will be exploring a new subtopic as it relates to the overarching exhibit topic, with each of our artists telling their stories in this group exhibit. Join […]

Free

5 Year Anniversary Party & “SENSES” Art Opening

Foundation Studios 27 Foundy St, Asheville, NC

Help us celebrate 5 years of our art collective with live art, live music, and more to be announced! Featuring the opening of our Resident Artist showcase "SENSES" exploring the five senses through varying mediums. Sight: this one’s fairly obvious at a visual art show, but you can expect artwork playing with distortion, perspective, and […]

Free

Comedy at Catawba: Mia Jackson

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have Mia Jackson from NYC!!! Mia Jackson, a native of Columbus, GA, started her stand up career in Atlanta. Now living in New York, Mia performs regularly around the city when not on the road. In 2022, she […]

$18

A Slow Ride, a play byJoseph Reed Hayes

Asheville Community Theatre 35 East Walnut Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Three generations of women take a Sunday ride. A story about the tension, humor, affection and near-demented discord of families; the journey of mothers and daughters; in-jokes, embarrassment and eyeball rolling; but also the concerns and terrors of living under — and living with someone within — the shadow of encroaching dementia.

$15 – $20

Secret Saturday Late Nite Comedy Showcase

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 it's a secret lineup of amazing comedians!!! A fun mix of local favorites and big city comics all the way from New York City and who knows who else might show up!!! ages 18+ doors at 8:45, show at […]

$18

5Rhythms®Vacillating Waves Class on Sunday hosted by Karen

Still Point Wellness 946 Tunnel Rd, Asheville, NC

5Rhythms® Vacillating Waves Class hosted by Karen This class will meet once a month on Sundays. Sunday July 14th Description: The invitation for this class to explore, discover and uncover all the different ways we handle this face paced changing world with our bodies. Moving to the Maps created by Gabrielle will be our guide […]

$15 – $25

LOOM Imports & Friends July Pop-Up Shop + Open Studio

YEWŌ Collective x Loom Imports Studio 115 Elk Mountain Road Woodfin, NC 28804 115 Elk Mountain Road, Woodfin, NC

LOOM Imports + Friends JULY Open Studio + Pop Up Shop Join us for our July open studio & pop up shop Sunday, July 14 11-4pm 115 Elk Mountain Rd, Woodfin, NC Shop home goods, wooden kitchenware, art, jewelry, accessories + vintage clothing with: @loomimports @kerrwoodworking @gennypopshop @townesandbirdie @twindenimco @annajohnsonjewelry Additional parking across street at […]

Free

A Slow Ride, a play by Joseph Reed Hayes

Asheville Community Theatre 35 East Walnut Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Three generations of women take a Sunday ride. A story about the tension, humor, affection and near-demented discord of families; the journey of mothers and daughters; in-jokes, embarrassment and eyeball rolling; but also the concerns and terrors of living under — and living with someone within — the shadow of encroaching dementia.

$15

Katie Oates with Owen Walsh | Sundays on the River Series

Riverside Pavilion at Olivette 1069 Olivette Road, Asheville

Enjoy an outdoor concert on the French Broad River by Katie Oates and special guest Owen Walsh! Katie Oates knows how to sing. She’s been singing for as long as she can remember. The daughter of a preacher, she belted hymns from her crib as a toddler to wake up her parents. Over the years […]

$25

Comedy at Catawba: Brad Sativa

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country, and this week we have Brad Sativa from Nashville! Brad Sativa, a Nashville Based Comedian/Actor. I recently had two professional stand Up sets released for Don’t Tell Comedy entitled “Black Southern Observations” and Stand Up Nashville on CircleTV. He also has […]

$15

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

Celebrate Summer: Are you having Fun in the Sun? Let's explore with our bodies the joy of Summer! We can enjoy the heat and warmth of the Sun on our bodies. The Heat is On! Staccato Rhythm which is the beat and fire in your movement, body and life! We move to the Maps created […]

$15 – $25

Ukulele Jam

Asheville Music School 10 Ridgelawn Rd., Asheville, NC, United States

This class is open to continuing ukulele students who have completed either a Level 1 or 2 class with Madelyn Ilana in the recent past, or have some experience on their instrument. This mini series will be a chance to continue playing some of our familiar tunes together over the summer, and to review the […]

$120

The Blackout Diaries Comedy Show at The Pulp

PULP Under The Orange Peel 103 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Chicago's Funniest Interactive Standup show is back in Asheville Wednesday July 17, 7-9pm. Hosted by Alex Joyce in The Orange Peel's Comedy Basement PULP. Get tix early! These shows sellout. The Blackout Diaries is a comedy show where standup comedians, plus 'regular' people (cops, firefighters, teachers, etc) tell hilarious drinking or other buzzed stories. Then […]

$15

Women’s Continuing Guitar

Asheville Music School 10 Ridgelawn Rd., Asheville, NC, United States

4-week series, July 17-Aug 7. This class is open to women with basic proficiency in guitar. Are you wanting to expand your knowledge of music theory? Are you a songwriter or aspiring songwriter looking to share some ideas in a supportive group setting? Are you tired of playing the same familiar chords and want to […]

$120

Rhythm & Brews

Presented by horizon Heating & Air, Experience the ultimate blend of live music, local craft beverages, and community camaraderie at the Rhythm & Brews Concert Series! Taking place on the third Thursday of each month from June to October, this free event transforms South Main Street into a vibrant hub of entertainment. The evening kicks […]

$7

Story/Arts Residency Night 2: Beyond the Myth

Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, Asheville

Join Story Parlor for the second iteration of its summer Story/Arts Residency, welcoming local artist Carolina Quiroga for a month-long exploration of myth and archetype. For this second night of the 2024 Residency, artist-in-residence Carolina Quiroga will delve into the mythology of fathers and prevailing narratives passed down throughout time. From tales traversing heroic figures, […]

$10 – $50

Legally Blonde The Musical

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

America’s favorite blonde, Elle Woods, is ready to prove who’s in charge in this fabulously fun, award-winning musical based on the adored movie. In the ultimate tribute to girl power, Legally Blonde follows Elle’s transformation from the UCLA sorority house to the Harvard halls of justice as she tackles stereotypes and scandal to pursue her […]

$26.00

Modelface Comedy Presents David Louis 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 David Louis from Denver! David Louis is a 10 year comedian. He won Madison’s funniest competition at the renowned Comedy Club on State. He’s a regular at The Improv, Zanies, headlined The Laughing Tap, TeeHees, and Comedy Cabin. Been […]

$15

JORTS! Comedy Showcase at Catawba Brewing

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Modelface Comedy presents JORTS! a stand up comedy showcase featuring hot comedy and even hotter knees! Put on your best jorts or cut up some jeans and make a new pair because tonight we are rolling knees out! All the comedians will be rocking their best pair and we want to see y'all in yours. […]

$15

A Slow Ride, a play by Joseph Reed Hayes

Asheville Community Theatre 35 East Walnut Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Three generations of women take a Sunday ride. A story about the tension, humor, affection and near-demented discord of families; the journey of mothers and daughters; in-jokes, embarrassment and eyeball rolling; but also the concerns and terrors of living under — and living with someone within — the shadow of encroaching dementia.

$20

Legally Blonde The Musical

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

America’s favorite blonde, Elle Woods, is ready to prove who’s in charge in this fabulously fun, award-winning musical based on the adored movie. In the ultimate tribute to girl power, Legally Blonde follows Elle’s transformation from the UCLA sorority house to the Harvard halls of justice as she tackles stereotypes and scandal to pursue her […]

$26.00

Hot and Horny Comedy Showcase at Catawba Brewing

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Modelface Comedy presents Hot & Horny Comedy Showcase Celebrate the hottest/ funniest time of the year with some of the horniest comics around! And what is sexier than a sense of humor? Jokes and stories about dating, love, lust and everything else. ages 21+ doors at 8:45pm, show at 9:15pm air conditioned venue Tickets $15

$15

Summer Expressions in Mixed Media Collage with Cynthia Llanes

Art Garden Avl 191 Lyman St, Asheville, NC, United States

Summer Expressions in Mixed Media Collage Date: July 20 (Saturday) Time: 11am – 1:30pm Cost: $125 (Materials included) Location: Riverview Station: 191 Lyman St. Asheville @ Studio 324 (2nd Floor of Art Garden) Duration: 2.5 hours Share your summer story by creating a unique work of art using and combining various materials, such as: acrylic […]

$125

Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge

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

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and all your local favorites! This Saturday we have Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger's Revenge. Enjoy a cold pint of ginger beer while you laugh it up with Modelface Comedy ages 18+ doors at 6:30, show at 7pm Tickets $18

$18

A Slow Ride, a play by Joseph Reed Hayes

Asheville Community Theatre 35 East Walnut Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Three generations of women take a Sunday ride. A story about the tension, humor, affection and near-demented discord of families; the journey of mothers and daughters; in-jokes, embarrassment and eyeball rolling; but also the concerns and terrors of living under — and living with someone within — the shadow of encroaching dementia.

$20

Legally Blonde The Musical

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

America’s favorite blonde, Elle Woods, is ready to prove who’s in charge in this fabulously fun, award-winning musical based on the adored movie. In the ultimate tribute to girl power, Legally Blonde follows Elle’s transformation from the UCLA sorority house to the Harvard halls of justice as she tackles stereotypes and scandal to pursue her […]

$26.00

Secret Garden Comedy at Hi-Wire RAD

Hi-Wire RAD 284 Lyman St, Asheville, NC, United States

Every Saturday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a secret lineup of amazing comedians!!! Secret Garden Comedy is live at the Hi-Wire RAD Beer Garden! A fun mix of local favorites and big city comics all the way from New York City and who knows who […]

$18