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 […]
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 […]
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! […]
Rise & Yoga on the Roof at The Radical
The Radical 95 Roberts Street, AshvilleRise & Yoga with The Radical Saturday at 9am. Guests can meet on The Roof for a complimentary 60-minute yoga flow brought to us by LOVE SHINE PLAY.
Apply to the 2025 Asheville Fringe Arts Festival
Applications are open now for the 2025 Asheville Fringe Arts Festival! Festival dates are March 16-23, 2025, with most paid performances taking place between Thursday, March 20 to Sunday, March […]
Summer Mountain Street Dances
Downtown Waynesville Main Street Main St, WaynesvilleSwing, stomp, and spin along with our mountain community at Waynesville’s Summer Street Dances, a cherished tradition brimming with Haywood hospitality! Dance your way into the 100+ year history of […]
40th Annual Grassy Creek Mineral and Gem Show
Parkway Fire and Rescue Event Grounds 136 Majestic View, Spruce Pine, NC, United StatesThe 40th Annual Grassy Creek Mineral and Gem Show will be from July 28th. to August 4th., 2024. There will be over 60 worldwide vendors with all kinds of lapidary […]
Exhibition | Forces of Nature: Ceramics from the Hayes Collection
Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesCeramic artists throughout history have become masters of all four elements—creating clay from a mixture of earth and water to shape their work, drying it in air, and hardening it […]
Exhibition | Forces of Nature Ceramics from the Hayes Collection
Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesCeramic artists throughout history have become masters of all four elements—creating clay from a mixture of earth and water to shape their work, drying it in air, and hardening it […]
Twilight Fairies & Mocktails
Bullington Gardens 95 Upper Red Oak Trail, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesDress like a fairy and let your inner child out! Join us for a whimsical evening at Bullington Gardens, designed for a select group of eight guests. Enjoy the exclusive […]
Twilight Dahlias & Mocktails
Bullington Gardens 95 Upper Red Oak Trail, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesJoin us for an intimate evening at Bullington Gardens, designed for a select group of eight guests. Enjoy the exclusive use of the dahlia garden after hours while indulging in […]
Destination Moon, a play by Joseph Reed Hayes
Asheville Community Theatre 35 East Walnut Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesTwo people in two little rooms. A young woman, a bed, an unseen voice, music in the night, hope out of darkness. When we meet Truly in her room at […]
Pickle Palooza
Reuter Family YMCA 3 Town Square Blvd, AshevilleThe Reuter Family YMCA is hosting our one day Pickleball Tournament on August 3, 2024 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. This will be a double elimination tournament. You are guaranteed […]
LatchAVL | Support to breastfeeding mothers in Asheville during World Breastfeeding Week
Rabbit Rabbit 75 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NCDate: Saturday, August 3rd Time: 9am-1pm ET Location: Rabbit Rabbit (75 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC 28801) In honor World Breastfeeding Week the Buncombe County Breastfeeding Coalition and sponsored by Asheville […]
Much Ado About Nothing
Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre 92 Gay Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesIt's a whirlwind of wit, romance and mischief when sharp-tongued Beatrice reunites with charming Benedick in Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing"! Bring your chairs, pack a picnic and enjoy a […]
AVL Fest presents Modelface Comedy Showcase
Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have two very special local comedy showcases with AVL Fest at Citizen Vinyl!! Friday and […]
Orison Books’ 2024 Fundraiser Featuring Jacinda Townsend
NC Stage Company 15 Stage Ln, AshevilleOrison Books, a non-profit literary press based in Asheville, will be holding a fundraising event featuring award-winning novelist Jacinda Townsend at NC Stage Company on Saturday, August 3rd. Poets Bruce […]
Eyes Up Here Comedy (North Carolina Edition) at Ginger’s Revenge
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface 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 […]
Flimflams and Shenanigans at New Origin
New Origin Brewing 131 Thompson St., Asheville, NCModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have another killer lineup of Flimflams and Shenanigans New Origin Brewing. Hosted by local favorite […]
Destination Moon, a play by Joseph Reed Hayes
Asheville Community Theatre 35 East Walnut Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesTwo people in two little rooms. A young woman, a bed, an unseen voice, music in the night, hope out of darkness. When we meet Truly in her room at […]
Legally Blonde The Musical
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesAmerica’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, […]
Much Ado About Nothing
Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre 92 Gay Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesIt's a whirlwind of wit, romance and mischief when sharp-tongued Beatrice reunites with charming Benedick in Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing"! Bring your chairs, pack a picnic and enjoy a […]
Comedy at Catawba: Alex Falcone
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country, and this week we have Alex Falcone from Los Angeles! Hi, friend! I’m Alex, the only […]
Legally Blonde The Musical
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesAmerica’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, […]
XP League Asheville – Esports Summer Camp!
XP LEAGUE ASHEVILLE 15 LOOP ROAD, SUITE 2B, ARDENXP 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 […]
AARP Event: Brain Health
Reuter Family YMCA 3 Town Square Blvd, AshevilleIt's never too late to take charge of your brain health! Join us at the Reuter Family YMCA to learn about the six pillars of a brain-healthy lifestyle, and how […]
Standup Comedy Night featuring Cody Hughes
The Bier Garden 46 Haywood Street, Asheville, NCJoin us for a night of hilarious stand-up comedy at we The Bier Garden - guaranteed laughs and good times! Welcome to Standup Comedy at The Bier Garden ! Get […]
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NCWake Up! Wake up to sights and sounds that excite you! Wake up to knowing you are alive and well! Wake up to your body knowing that you have choices, […]
Sip & Shop at The Omni Grove Park Inn!
The Omni Grove Park Inn 290 Macon Ave., Asheville, NC, United StatesShop chic styles and stylish deals at The Omni Grove Park Inn, August 8-11! Explore a wide selection of men's and women's multi-season apparel at up to 75% off from […]
Puppet Paradise – The Puppeteers of America Southeast Regional Festival
Warren Wilson College 701 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa, NC, United States✨ Come experience the ultimate puppetry retreat! Nestled in the beautiful blue ridge mountains of Western North Carolina, it is Puppet Paradise, the Southeast Regional Puppeteers of America Festival! Featuring […]
Local Cloth Twelve-by-Twelve Textile Show Closing Reception + Silent Auction
Local Cloth 408 Depot Street, AshevilleThe Local Cloth Twelve-by-Twelve Textile Show is an annual exhibit featuring fiber art crafted by Local Cloth member artists that can fit in a 12 inch by 12 inch square […]
Michelle Malone with Mike Kinnebrew | The Grey Eagle
The Grey Eagle 185 Clingman Ave, AshevilleDon't miss Rock Goddess Michelle Malone with special guest Mike Kinnebrew August 8 at The Grey Eagle! Michelle Malone's musical roots run deep and wide like the mighty Mississippi river, […]
Modelface Comedy presents: Kevin McCaffrey 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 Kevin McCaffrey from NYC! Kevin McCaffrey made his network TV debut on The Late […]
Much Ado About Nothing (ASL-interpreted)
Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre 92 Gay Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesIt's a whirlwind of wit, romance and mischief when sharp-tongued Beatrice reunites with charming Benedick in Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing"! Bring your chairs, pack a picnic and enjoy a […]
Opening Reception for “Randy Shull: Black & White”
Tracey Morgan Gallery 188 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesGallery hours are Wed - Sat 11am-5pm Tracey Morgan Gallery is pleased to present Black & White, an exhibition of new large-scale, abstract work by artist Randy Shull. This is […]
