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].
Heritage Fire
The Horse Shoe Farm 155 Horse Shoe Farm Drive, HendersonvilleTaking place at The Horse Shoe Farm in Asheville on Sunday, July 13, the all-inclusive, walk- around tour will feature a lineup of local chefs and artisans, each grilling globally […]
Palaces for the People: Guastavino’s Great American Places
Asheville Museum of History 283 Victoria Road, Asheville, NC, United StatesFrom 1882 to 1943, in 31 states and six countries, Raphael Guastavino and his son created more than 600 unique tile domes and vaultings that met his criteria of health, […]
Spark of the Eagle Dancer: The Collecting Legacy of Lambert Wilson
WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United StatesThis exhibition celebrates the legacy of Lambert Wilson, a passionate collector of contemporary Native American art who encountered a beloved Cherokee sculpture as a student at Western Carolina University and […]
School’s out – Day Camp! XP League Asheville
XP LEAGUE ASHEVILLE 15 LOOP ROAD, SUITE 2B, ARDENYour child is welcome between 8-4 pm, they will need to bring their own lunch. The cost is $70 per day - only 18 spots are available - registration is […]
Kinēsa Classes
Happy Body 1378 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, United StatesThe Kinēsa Process is an advanced form of the Feldenkrais method. This method incorporates slow subtle movements, unravelling years of habitual patterns that can cause not only bad posture, but […]
Asheville Symphony’s ALT ASO @ The Orange Peel – Rock & Heavy Metal
The Orange Peel 101 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesALT ASO @ The Orange Peel TUESDAY, JANUARY 23, 2024, 7:00 P.M. JIJI, guitar We’re headed back to Asheville’s most iconic music venue to rock out to some epic rock […]
Kinēsa Classes
Happy Body 1378 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, United StatesThe Kinēsa Process is an advanced form of the Feldenkrais method. This method incorporates slow subtle movements, unravelling years of habitual patterns that can cause not only bad posture, but […]
Conversation Through Craft
Warren Wilson College, Swannanoa NC 701 Warren Wilson Rd , Swannanoa, NC, United StatesConversation Through Craft The Elizabeth Holden Gallery at Warren Wilson College (WWC) will feature Conversation Through Craft which showcases the stories and works of local Southern Highland Craft Guild members- […]
2024 ASCI Robert Burns Night Supper
The DoubleTree by Hilton Asheville-Biltmore 115 Hendersonville Rd., Asheville, NC, United StatesAsheville Sister Cities with sister cities of Dunkeld and Birnam, Scotland invite you to a charity benefit celebration of the 265th Birthday of Robert Burns, the Bard of Scotland: Thursday […]
Healing Sound Bath
Happy Body 1378 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, United StatesExperience the transformative power of sound, intention, and the ancient art of the Cacao Ceremony. Elevate your well-being and connect with your inner self. Begin with a Cacao Ceremony, fostering […]
History Hour: Nature’s Wisdom Thru Native Eyes (Documentary)
OLLI at UNC Asheville - Reuter Center One University Heights, AshevilleAsheville Museum of History and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute bring you a special documentary screening, Thursday, January 25 from 6:30-8PM. This hybrid event will be held in person at […]
Slice of Life Comedy Open Mic & Feature Comedy at Pulp Lounge
PULP Under The Orange Peel 103 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesStandup Comedy at Pulp featuring Cody Hughes Stand up Comedy at The Orange Peel's Pulp Lounge When: Thursday December 25, 2024. 7p-9p, doors at 6:30p Where: The Orange Peel’s Comedy […]
Slice of Life Comedy Open Mic & Feature Comedy at Pulp Lounge
PULP Under The Orange Peel 103 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesStandup Comedy at Pulp featuring Cody Hughes Stand up Comedy at The Orange Peel's Pulp Lounge When: Thursday December 25, 2024. 7p-9p, doors at 6:30p Where: The Orange Peel’s Comedy […]
Ashevillians Comedy Showcase at LaZoom
LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy brings you a villainous night of comedy so good it's bad! Ashevillians Comedy Showcase is a celebration of some of the best comedians in the Mountains! Hosted each […]
Fantasia on Mysterium: The Epic Immersive Theatrical Recital
WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United StatesFantasia On Mysterium: The Epic Immersive Theatrical Recital is a genre-busting reimagining of a traditional piano recital and theatrical play, blended with artistically created mind-blowing immersive visuals that accompany both […]
Fantasia on Mysterium: The Epic Immersive Theatrical Recital
WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United StatesFantasia On Mysterium: The Epic Immersive Theatrical Recital is a genre-busting reimagining of a traditional piano recital and theatrical play, blended with artistically created mind-blowing immersive visuals that accompany both […]
Parsons Dance – Student Series
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleWith athleticism, grace, and unparalleled innovation, Parsons Dance creates unforgettable contemporary performances that amaze audiences. Recommended for grades 4-12. The Student Series is open to school groups, homeschoolers, community groups […]
Expert Talk: Running Mechanics
Ferguson Family YMCA 31 Westridge Market Place, Candler, NC, United StatesThis presentation will provide an overview of common running injuries from diagnosis to treatment. Josh Hennen, PT, DPT will discuss gait analysis and strengthening, while Dr. Brian Atkinson will go […]
OPENING RECEPTION: Vera B. Williams / STORIES
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaOpening Reception Friday, January 26, 2024 – 5:30–8pm Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center {120 College Street} Free and Open to All Join us for the opening reception for […]
An Iliad by Lisa Peterson & Denis O’Hare
An adaptation of Homer's epic masterpiece into an evening of theater at its best: intimate, incisive, and urgent. The war in Troy is over – and the Poet saw it […]
Crisp Comedy live in Leicester featuring Elliot Weber
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 […]
Comedy at Catawba: Adam Muller
Catawba Brewing 32 Banks Ave., AshevilleEvery Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Adam Muller from NYC! Adam Muller is a New York City based […]
Fantasia on Mysterium: The Epic Immersive Theatrical Recital
WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United StatesFantasia On Mysterium: The Epic Immersive Theatrical Recital is a genre-busting reimagining of a traditional piano recital and theatrical play, blended with artistically created mind-blowing immersive visuals that accompany both […]
The Dummies Guide to Murdering Your Husband – A Staged Reading
35below 35 E. Walnut Street, AshevilleThe Dummies Guide to Murdering Your Husband (if you were going to-but you’re not) Written by: Nathan Johnson A pair of filthy rich and disgruntled husbands escape for a romantic […]
Parsons Dance
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleAs one of the world’s premier contemporary dance companies, this talented troupe showcases a dynamic fusion of styles that combines athleticism, grace and unparalleled innovation. Through endless creativity and self-expression, […]
The Untold Story of Vera B. Williams – A Conversation with Mark Davenport
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaArt, Community, and Social Activism: The Untold Story of Vera B. Williams A Conversation with Mark Davenport Saturday, January 27th, 2024 at 11 AM Black Mountain College Museum + Arts […]
EXHIBITION: Vera B. Williams / STORIES
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaVera B. Williams / STORIES Eight Decades of Politics and Picture Making Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center January 26 – May 11, 2024 Vera B. Williams, an award-winning […]
Trans Talent Show at Different Wrld
Different Wrld 701 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NCModelface Comedy and Lauren Jones Comedy are teaming up to bring the Trans Talent Show to Asheville! Join us on Janurary 27th for an evening of celebrating and lifting trans […]
An Iliad by Lisa Peterson & Denis O’Hare
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesAn adaptation of Homer's epic masterpiece into an evening of theater at its best: intimate, incisive, and urgent. The war in Troy is over – and the Poet saw it […]
Fantasia on Mysterium: The Epic Immersive Theatrical Recital
WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United StatesFantasia On Mysterium: The Epic Immersive Theatrical Recital is a genre-busting reimagining of a traditional piano recital and theatrical play, blended with artistically created mind-blowing immersive visuals that accompany both […]
Parsons Dance
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleAs one of the world’s premier contemporary dance companies, this talented troupe showcases a dynamic fusion of styles that combines athleticism, grace and unparalleled innovation. Through endless creativity and self-expression, […]
An Iliad By Lisa Peterson & Denis O’Hare
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesAn adaptation of Homer's epic masterpiece into an evening of theater at its best: intimate, incisive, and urgent. The war in Troy is over – and the Poet saw it […]
Pilates Reformer Class
Happy Body 1378 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, United StatesOur Reformer classes are perfect for all students, but geared toward those who want a beginner to intermediate level class. Enjoy a moderate pacing of exercises to help you practice […]
Comedy at Catawba: Nick Murphy
Catawba Brewing 32 Banks Ave., AshevilleEvery Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Nick Murphy from Atlanta! Nick Murphy is a stand-up comedian based out […]
Voices of Asheville
Four Points Sheraton 22 Woodfin Street, AshevilleNational Speakers Association Western North Carolina (NSA-WNC) presents “Voices of Asheville” on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Four-Points by Sheraton in Asheville. The event takes place from 11 a.m. to […]
