The Laurel of Asheville‘s Community Events Calendar
If you would like to submit an event to appear in our online Community Events Calendar, please visit our submission page.
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 […]
sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
Museum of the Cherokee People 589 Tsali Blvd., Cherokee, NCOn view from March 15, 2024 through February 28, 2025, ‘sov·er·eign·ty: Expressions in Sovereignty of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ illuminates the complexities of tribal sovereignty and the Eastern […]
Stellar Picks: A Community Choice Exhibition
WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United StatesThis exhibition is for everyone who has a favorite piece of art in the WCU Fine Art Museum collection—or would like to discover one! The Museum recently launched a new […]
Upcycle Art Auction
Madison County Arts Council Gallery 90 S. Main Street, Marshall, NC, United StatesReClaim Madison Salvage & Thrift announces our 4th Upcycle Art Auction, a popular community-driven fundraiser event to benefit the Community Housing Coalition (CHC) of Madison County, NC. Hosted for the […]
Pedaling for Parkinson’s
Reuter Family YMCA 3 Town Square Blvd, AshevilleThe Pedaling for Parkinson's program is based on research indicating that forced exercise on a bicycle can reduce symptoms of Parkinson's. In fact, participants who ride three days a week […]
Movies in the Park: Free Family Films
Pack Square Park 121 College St, Asheville, NC, United StatesMovies in the Park returns with free family favorite films projected on a massive outdoor screen in Pack Square Park just after dusk on the second Friday of the month! […]
Poetry 101: The Curious Practice of Paying Attention
Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, AshevillePoetry is the written act of paying attention. Paying attention to words, rhythm, and writing but most importantly the worlds that inspire you to write. Namely, your world. "Wanted: a […]
Icon Painting Workshop
Church of the Resurrection Asheville 116 Sweeten Creek Rd, AshevilleAsheville Church of the Resurrection invites you to participate in our upcoming Byzantine Icon Painting Workshop taught by renowned iconographer Theodoros Papadopoulos. Join us for an amazing experience of prayerful […]
Summer M.A.G.M.A. Land of Sky Gem Show
Land of the Sky Event Venue 39 Spring Cove Rd., SwannanoaOur 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 […]
Sun & Moon Self-Care Retreat
Lake Jocassee 161 Holcombe CIR, SalemEnter 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 […]
Full Moon in June Benefit
Patton Parker 95 Charlotte St, Asheville, NC, United StatesCOME 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 […]
Don’t Tell Comedy, South Slope Asheville
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleSecret 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 […]
Standup Comedy Pageant Benefit for AFM
pleb urban wineary 289 Lyman St, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin 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, […]
Bottoms Up! Comedy Showcase at Catawba Brewing
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery 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 […]
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 […]
Blue Ridge Storytelling Summit
Center for Pioneer Life 134 Joe Young Rd, Burnsville, NC, United StatesConnie 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. […]
The Bees’ Needs: Understanding and Supporting Pollinators Summit
Kittredge Theater 701 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa, NC, United StatesJoin 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 […]
The Official Pride Bar Crawl – Asheville – 7th Annual
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleAgenda 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 […]
Candlelight: A Tribute to Beyoncé
Asheville Masonic Temple 80 Broadway , AshevilleCandlelight 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 […]
Blue Ridge Orchestra’s “Solstice Soirée”
Souther Williams Vineyard 655 Hoopers Creek Road, FletcherSolstice 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 […]
Comedy at Catawba: Kate Willett (early show)
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery 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 […]
Comedy at Catawba: Kate Willett (late show)
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery 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 […]
Midsummer Market
Wedge at Foundation 5 Foundy Street, AshevilleExperience 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 […]
The Golden Age of American Song
Parish Hall - St. John in the Wilderness 1905 Greenville Highway, Flat RockFriends 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 […]
Comedy at Catawba: Alan Massenburg
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery 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 […]
Pride Month Plant Sale to Support Southern Equality Studios
Art Garden Avl 191 Lyman St, Asheville, NC, United StatesHelp us celebrate Pride Month by bringing home a plant friend! From June 24-30, 30% of all Plant Sales will be donated to Southern Equality Studios to further their work […]
The Key to Love
#3 South Tunnel Rd. #3 South Tunnel Rd., AshevilleThe Key to Love The Key to Love The Key to Love The Key to Love The Key to Love The Key to Love The Key to Love The Key […]
Ride the Parkway Fundraiser for Veterans Museum
Imagine bicycling the entire length of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Whew! U.S. military veterans John Buford and Rich Clarke, members of the Veterans History Museum’s Advisory Committee, will pedal 469 […]
Blood Drive
Ferguson Family YMCA 31 Westridge Market Place, Candler, NC, United StatesGive 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 […]
Everybody But You Bro Comedy Open Mic
LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin 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, […]
Matchmakers live comedy dating show at LaZoom
LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface 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! […]
THEM! a queer/ femme comedy showcase
LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesEyes 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 […]
painting exhibition
Asheville Gallery of Art 82 Patton Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesI intend to mix and display what we have in order to achieve peace and happiness during sufferings, physiological and meaningful, with color and form.
