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.

 

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 event to be posted. If you encounter difficulties submitting an event, please email amy@thelaurelofasheville.com.

 

  • Points in Space: Performance at Black Mountain College Exhibit

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

    Black Mountain College’s interdisciplinary and collaborative philosophy fostered groundbreaking time-based experiments across disciplines, significantly influencing performance, theater, film, music, dance, and visual art worldwide. Points in Space: Performance at Black […]

    Free
  • Wistfulness & Whimsy Art Exhibit

    Toe River Arts Mitchell and Yancey Counties

    Solo Art Exhibit of Burnsville Artist, Melissa L. Flattery, Toe River Arts, Spruce Pine, Owen Gallery, October 25-December 13, 2025. Reception November 14, 2025, 5:30pm-7:30pm.

    Free
  • Call for Art – CIRCLES

    Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old Fort

    Arrowhead Art Gallery and Studios in Old Fort, North Carolina, is accepting entries for their next judged exhibit, ‘Circles.’ Circles are everywhere....in art, nature, and daily life. Explore the significance […]

    $1 – $20
  • Enamel a Silver Charm

    Ignite Jewelry Studios 84 W Walnut St Unit A, Asheville

    Spend an hour +/- in the studio making a sterling silver and enamel charm. Choose your charm shape and your favorite color(s) of enamel. You’ll sift the enamel onto the […]

    $40.00
  • Hammered Wide Band Ring

    Ignite Jewelry Studios 84 W Walnut St Unit A, Asheville

    Join us in this hands on class where you will make a hammered sterling silver wide band ring. One of Ignite's fabulous instructors will take you through the process step […]

    $120.00
  • “Rising from the River” – A Solo Exhibition by Michelle Hamilton

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

    "Experience the vibrant world of Michelle Hamilton in Rising from the River, a captivating exhibition at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts. Hamilton's work is a joyful exploration of […]

    Free
  • Boho Silver Earrings

    Ignite Jewelry Studios 84 W Walnut St Unit A, Asheville

    Come spend 1.5 hours at Ignite jewelry Studios and create this dazzling pair of earrings! Each textured design is individually chosen and pressed into sterling silver using a rolling mill. […]

    $85.00
  • Simply Charmed- Drop In!

    Ignite Jewelry Studios 84 W Walnut St Unit A, Asheville

    **Show up at Ignite Jewelry Studios anytime between 11am and 3pm to make one of these charms! This is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while […]

    $45.00
  • AwakeningSoul

    Kanuga 471 Kanuga Chapel Dr., Hendersonville

    Acclaimed authors and spiritual leaders Cynthia Bourgeault and Matthew Wright lead the annual “AwakeningSoul” retreat, a weekend of connection, worship, music and spiritual reflection at Kanuga in Hendersonville, N.C., Thursday–Sunday, […]

    $400
  • George Terry McDonald Paintings @ Static Age

    Static Age Records 110 N Lexington Ave, Asheville

    GTM's exhibit of paintings are at Static Age from Sept. 6-November 14th. The hours are 12pm -12am. The closing party features GT & the Zealots on Friday, Nov. 14th at […]

    Free
  • Toe River Arts Studio Tour

    Mitchell and Yancey Counties, NC 269 Oak Avenue, Spruce Pine, NC, United States

    SEMI-ANNUAL TOE RIVER ARTS STUDIO TOUR November 14-16, 2025, 10am to 5pm. Tour art studios of 100+ artists in Yancey & Mitchell counties—one of the most significant concentrations of skilled […]

    Free
  • Under the Stars

    Company Event Center | 12 Old Charlotte Highway, Suite 200 12 Old Charlotte Highway, suite 200, Asheville, NC, United States

    Join Us for Our 11th Annual Fundraiser – Friday Nov. 14th! At the Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS) stars reflect an important message, especially after a year of community resilience […]

    $75
  • Cirque Kalabanté: Afrique en Cirque

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

    Fri, Nov 14 • 7 pm In bursts of vivid color, acrobats expertly execute gravity-defying moves to the exhilarating beat of live music—somersaulting in sync with the percussive rhythms of […]

  • Don’t Tell Comedy West Asheville

    Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins 9 Midnight Drive, Asheville, NC

    Show Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will […]

    $27
  • Misfit Improv Comedy Show

    NC Stage 15 Stage Lane, Asheville, NC, United States

    Asheville's best improvisers will make you laugh until your sides hurt with this interactive improv comedy show. Join us for a night of improvised scenes, songs, games, and non-stop laughter […]

    $15
  • Toe River Arts Studio Tour

    Since 1992, the Toe River Arts Studio Tour has showcased the talent and studios of North Carolina’s Yancey and Mitchell County artists. These world-renowned, well-traveled, and skilled artists bring beauty […]

  • Weekend Art Workshops at Open Hearts

    Open Hearts Art Center 217 Coxe Ave #4006, Asheville

    Note: Each workshop is a separate session with its own registration. You are welcome to attend one or both. 📅 Saturday, November 15th 📍 217 Coxe Ave, Asheville 🎨 All […]

  • Asheville Symphony Masterworks 3: Renegade

    First Baptist Church of Asheville 5 Oak Street, Asheville, NC, United States

    Darko Butorac, conductor Elinor Frey, cello Discover the defiant (and devilish) spirit of four Classical revolutionaries. Boccherini and Haydn explore their dark sides, bringing new depth to their work. C.P.E. […]

  • Caribbean Cowboys

    Wells Events and Reception Center 33 Wells Events Way, Waynesville

    Steve Weams & The CARIBBEAN COWBOYS BAND have been entertaining audiences for over 34 years. They play primarily in Western North Carolina but have traveled from Key West, Florida to […]

    $20
  • Modelface Comedy presents Gluten-Free Comedy

    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 […]

    $18
  • Deep River Plays The Eagles’ Greatest Hits

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

    Come celebrate Deep River’s 33rd year of making music with our special show featuring the greatest hits of one of America’s legendary bands, who’ve also been a huge influence on […]

    $22.00
  • 5Rhythms®Vacillating Waves Class on Sunday hosted by Karen

    Asia House 828 119 Coxe Ave., Asheville, NC

    What is Your Home Rhythm? Join us to explore your home Rhythm. They are the Maps created by Gabrielle Roth. The Rhythms are Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical and Stillness. They […]

    $15 – $25
  • LOOM Imports + Fields Outfitting Collaboration Launch Party

    80 N LEXINGTON AVE ASHEVILLE, NC 28801 80 N LEXINGTON AVE, ASHEVILLE, NC

    LOOM Imports + Fields Outfitting Collaboration Launch Party Featuring our latest custom jackets handmade in Argentina, Mexico & Asheville Hosted at Yewo Collective SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH 11AM-6PM 80 N LEXINGTON […]

    Free
  • Wes Collins Band

    The White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United States

    At age 44, Wes Collins and his wife Anita made a pact to become writers. She started writing fiction, Wes penned his first song, and few years later they were […]

    Free
  • Misfit Improv Comedy Show

    NC Stage 15 Stage Lane, Asheville, NC, United States

    Asheville's best improvisers will make you laugh until your sides hurt with this interactive improv comedy show. Join us for a night of improvised scenes, songs, games, and non-stop laughter […]

    $15
  • Freshen Up Comedy Open Mic at VOWL Bar

    DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, Asheville

    Every Sunday Josie Beers hosts 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 […]

    Free
  • Bottoms Up! Comedy Showcase at The RAD Brew Co.

    The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

    Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a special AVL Beer themed comedy showcase!!! A killer lineup of local favorites and nationally […]

    $15
  • UNC Asheville’s Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Fall Symposium

    UNC Asheville UNC Asheville Highsmith Student Union - Blue Ridge Room 1 University Heights, Asheville, NC, United States

    The UNC Asheville Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Symposium is a semi-annual event that showcases capstone projects and other scholarship of students across disciplines. Throughout the Symposium, you will have […]

    Free
  • 5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen

    Homewood 19 Zillicoa St, Asheville, NC

    Grateful Wave! What are you grateful for today? It is important to love yourself and give thanks to the body that we inhabit. We are fortunate to live, breathe, walk, […]

    $15 – $25
  • Poppets for Healing with MuggaRose

    calamus and honey 278 Haywood Rd Unit B Asheville, NC 28806, 278 Haywood Rd Unit B Asheville, NC 28806

    Step into a sacred space of remembrance and creation with the Poppets as Healing Tools Workshop — a hands-on experience designed to honor, release, and transform grief through art and […]

    $33
  • Jokes for Jamaica at Eda Rhyne

    Eda Rhyne 101 Fairview Rd, Asheville

    Modelface Comedy Presents: Jokes for Jamaica as part of the Comedy For Community series Locals supporting locals is the heart of Asheville. Comedy for Community brings your favorite comedians together […]

    $15