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].

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 been charming audiences across the country with her hilarious stories of motherhood, marriage, and near death experiences since the day Chris Rock told her she […]

$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 can available 10/2) Fridays at 7:30 Saturday at 3 pm Sundays at 3 pm Director: Jennifer Treadway Approximate Run Time: 1 hour, 45 minutes Rating: […]

$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, AGT18, MAX, TruTV, NBC, and his own special Adorable on Max. A finalist in NBC’s Stand Up Showcase, he’s also a regular at comedy festivals […]

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, rain or shine, the market showcases over 30 local vendors within a 60-mile radius. From farm-fresh produce and meats to baked goods, crafts, and live […]

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 if you skip it. Run or walk through the Historic 7th Avenue District with a crowd of costumed runners, then keep the party going at […]

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 in-person to Asheville this month. For two days, Saturday, 10/25, and Sunday, 10/26, from 10 am - 3 pm, East Fork will be offering pottery […]

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 sparked with permanent jewelry ✨ Pet portraits 🐾 ✨ Tarot magic 🔮 ✨ Face paint fun PLUS… 🎶 Live tunes by Look a Piano 🍖 […]

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 – Seats range from $20 to $85 depending on location The Asheville Symphony will present a performance celebrating the history of Black Mountain College. The […]

$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 can available 10/2) Fridays at 7:30 Saturday at 3 pm Sundays at 3 pm Director: Jennifer Treadway Approximate Run Time: 1 hour, 45 minutes Rating: […]

$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 to crawl through 6+ haunted hotspots in Downtown Asheville as you summon spirits (both kinds), dance with the undead, and compete for cash in your […]

$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 ultimate party spot with a “Dance Through the Decades” party spun by DJ Jamie Munn, a make-your-own snack mix bar, a sweet ice cream sundae […]

$25

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, AGT18, MAX, TruTV, NBC, and his own special Adorable on Max. A finalist in NBC’s Stand Up Showcase, he’s also a regular at comedy festivals […]

Asheville Symphony Masterworks 2: Convergence

Darko Butorac, conductor Natalie Brennecke, viola Celebrating 90+ years of the enduring legacy of Black Mountain College, this unique program traces a journey from European romanticism to American avant-garde with Brahms’s mountain-inspired Second Symphony, BartĂłk’s ethereal Viola Concerto (written in part during his time in Asheville), and more alongside groundbreaking works by John Cage that […]

$25 – $80

Walk for Your Neighbor

First Baptist Church of Swannanoa 503 Park St., Swannanoa

After being cancelled last year due to Helene, our annual fundraiser Walk For Your Neighbor is BACK! Please join us on Sunday, October 26 at First Baptist Church of Swannanoa for a walk and block party! There will be music, as well as food and drink! The walk will start at 2pm, with the block […]

Animal Haven of Asheville Annual Fall Fundraiser

Animal Haven of Asheville 65 Lower Grassy Branch Rd, Asheville, United States

Animal Haven of Asheville Annual Fall Fundraiser 📅 Sunday, October 26 | 2–6 PM 📍 65 Lower Grassy Branch Rd, Asheville, NC Celebrate compassion and community at our annual fundraiser! Enjoy a full vegan buffet, drinks, live music by Southern Style Band, a silent auction, and interactive animal stations. All proceeds support our animals and […]

$19 – $45

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 can available 10/2) Fridays at 7:30 Saturday at 3 pm Sundays at 3 pm Director: Jennifer Treadway Approximate Run Time: 1 hour, 45 minutes Rating: […]

$21.75 – $32.00

An Evening for All Souls: A Gathering of Song and Spirit

Kanuga 471 Kanuga Chapel Dr., Hendersonville

Enjoy an evening of community, music, and remembering together those who have helped to form and make us at An Evening for All Souls: A Gathering of Song and Spirit, Sunday, Oct. 26 at Kanuga. The evening begins at 4 p.m. at Kanuga Lake with a community choir workshop, followed by dinner and luminaria making […]

$9.94 – $21.33

Freshen Up Comedy Open Mic at VOWL Bar

DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, Asheville

Every Sunday Alex Parsons and Josie Beers host Freshen Up at VOWL Bar. Stand up comedy open mic with a focus on new material. Bring your best new jokes each week or just come watch your favorite local comedians Anyone is welcome to participate Signups start at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm no cover ages […]

Free

RAD Comedy featuring Casey Balsham and Robby Slowik

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This weekend we have Casey Balsham and Robby Slowik from NYC!!! Casey Balsham is a stand up comedian living and breathing in New York City. You’ve seen her at various club all over the country and as a regular at New […]

$18

Brick by Brick: Helping WNC Nonprofits Rebuild After Helene

A-B Tech Ferguson Center for Allied Health & Workforce Development 10 Genevieve Circle, Asheville

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, many Western North Carolina nonprofits are facing damaged facilities, burnout, and uncertainty. This free half-day event brings local leaders and experts together to share strategies for rebuilding stronger. The program includes a keynote panel with Andy Barnett (Asheville Habitat for Humanity) and Claire Neal (MANNA FoodBank), moderated by Stephanie […]

Free

Volunteer Workday with Forest Restoration Alliance

Mountain Research Station 265 Test Farm Rd, Waynesville

Join Hemlock Restoration Initiative on Tuesday, October 28th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as we lend a hand to our partners at the Forest Restoration Alliance (FRA). Instead of chemically treating hemlock trees, volunteers will be combating hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) by supporting the FRA's work at their research facility in Waynesville, where they […]

Donna Washington: Of Blood and Bone

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

Tue, Oct 28 • 7 pm Master storyteller Donna Washington delivers delightfully disquieting tales of skin-spinners, sweet-toothed child-eaters, undead lovers, and blood-hungry captains. Perfectly timed for the Halloween season, these stories will get under your skin and revisit you deep in the night. Recommended for ages 18+ Spotlight on Donna Washington: Called a “Walking Disney […]

Optix Eye Care Fall Fest

Optix Eye Care 49 N. Buncombe School Rd., Weaverville, NC, United States

Join us at Optix Eye Care on October 30th from 8:00–4:30 for exclusive one-day discounts on Dry Eye (OSD) Treatments, Accufit body sculpting, and optical purchases. Enjoy up to 25% off select services and products, plus enter our raffle for great prizes! Call to reserve a consult or join us in person. Don’t miss this […]

AMOS After Hours: Creature Feature

asheville museum of science 43 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

Enter the world of Appalachia's cryptids, ancient monsters, and weirdest wilds. What separates fact and fiction? What mysteries are still waiting to be solved? What do YOU really want to believe? Get your tickets this month's After Hours: CREATURE FEATURE. --------------------------------------------------------------- Meet community groups in WNC who are working to make you a true believer! […]

$30

PERFORMANCE: Butoh Dance Festival – Frequency in Motion

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

Audio Visual Butoh Performance: Frequency in Motion -- Featuring Atsushi Takenouchi, Hiroko Komiya and Chris H.Lynn. In conjunction with Asheville Butoh Dance Festival 2025 Thursday, October 30th, 2025 at 7:30 pm Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center {120 College Street} TICKETS – $15 General Admission / $10 for BMCM+AC Members + Students w/ ID […]

$15

Echoes Across the Smokies: A Night of Strings, Stories, and Songs

WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United States

Step into a night of mountain magic with Echoes Across the Smokies: A Night of Strings, Stories, and Songs. Presented by WCU’s Bardo Arts Center and Mountain Heritage Center, this soulful celebration brings the Smokies to life through the spirited tunes of the Junior Appalachian Musicians, the captivating stories of Cherokee storyteller Kathi Littlejohn, and […]

$5 – $65

The Official Halloween Bar Crawl (Fri & Sat) – Asheville

Hi-Wire Brewing RAD Beer Garden & Distribution Center 284 Lyman Street, Asheville

🎃 Get Spooky With Us This Halloween! 🎃 Round up your boo crew, show off your costumes, and prepare for a night of creepy cocktails, chills, and unforgettable bar-hopping fun! 👻🍹 Click ✅ GOING ✅ On The Facebook Event ⬇️ So You Don't Miss Updates https://www.facebook.com/events/1237286354152581 Here's What You Get: 👽 Join a Spine-Chilling Crowd […]

$12.78

BEYOND WORDS: Create + Connect Workshop

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

Discover the power of art to connect, heal, and inspire. Join artist Ginger Huebner for an unforgettable workshop where you’ll create an abstract self-portrait using the playful and accessible mediums of collage and chalk. Guided by Ginger’s Create + Connect process, you’ll go beyond words—turning personal stories, experiences, and emotions into vibrant, meaningful works of […]

$125

Weaverville Art Safari

The Fall Weaverville Art Safari will take place November 1 and 2 2025. Widely recognized for the quality of the artistry work, Art Safari also gives guests the unique opportunity to meander through this beautiful area. You’ll enjoy meeting our 77 artists at 42 studios. The Weaverville Art Safari is a favorite of both locals […]

Free

Eyes Up Here Comedy: Haunted Doll Edition at Ginger’s Revenge

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

Modelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from Asheville and around the South East. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry. ages 18+ doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm Tickets $18 GA, […]

$1 – $34

A Slice of Life: An Evening of Stories

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

Join nationally celebrated storyteller Connie Regan-Blake as she welcomes her talented workshop participants to the stage for A Slice of Life: An Evening of Stories Saturday, November 1 at 7:30 pm. This year’s lineup (Andy Russell, Christine Phillips Westfeldt, Dada Maheshvarananda, Larry Pearlman, Nancy Reeder, Naomi Faw, and Pepper Ellis-Hagebak) promises an unforgettable night of […]

$22

Karla Bonoff

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

Sat, Nov 1 • 8 pm One of the finest singer-songwriters of her generation, Bonoff’s ballads became hits for legends like Linda Ronstadt and Bonnie Raitt. Her live shows—spare, moving, and transformative—showcase a voice that works timeless magic and continues to captivate audiences around the world. “Her voice is perfection.” —Huffington Post “Like hearing from […]

Hell Hounds: Dark and Dirty Comedy at The Hound

The Hound 2 Tunnel Rd, Asheville

Modelface Comedy presents Hell Hounds Comedy Showcase at The Hound! Hell Hounds is a dark and dirty comedy show featuring some of the filthiest comics in the South!! This show is ages 21 and up and NC17 Arrive early for dinner from the Hound ages 21+ Doors at 9:30pm, show at 10pm Tickets $15 advance, […]

$18

Freshen Up Comedy Open Mic at VOWL Bar

DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, Asheville

Every Sunday Alex Parsons and Josie Beers host Freshen Up at VOWL Bar. Stand up comedy open mic with a focus on new material. Bring your best new jokes each week or just come watch your favorite local comedians Anyone is welcome to participate Signups start at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm no cover ages […]

Free

Metalsmithing 101: The Basics Intensive NOV 3rd and 4th

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

Want to learn to make jewelry? This beginner friendly introductory metalsmithing course teaches the basics skills involved in making your own jewelry. Learn to use a variety of tools and equipment common in a jewelry studio. This Intensive 16 hour 2 day workshop will teach many techniques including sawing, filing, polishing, soldering, bezel setting, textures, […]

$499.00