The Laurel of Asheville‘s Community Events Calendar
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Points in Space: Performance at Black Mountain College Exhibit
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaBlack 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 […]
New Glass Studio in Old Fort
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortArrowhead Art Gallery & Studios in Old Fort, NC, kicks off the grand opening of the newly designated Design Glass Studio for learning. Equipment includes a glass kiln, cutting room, […]
Woven Word Retreat
House Boheme 872 Freemantown Rd, RutherfordtonJoin us for the Woven Word Retreat – a cozy bohemian winter writing retreat for women nestled in the tranquil beauty of House Boheme. This is a transformative, creative, all-inclusive […]
American Roots with The Wildwoods
Parker Concert Hall 349 Andante Ln, BrevardJoin us for an evening of authentic Americana with The Wildwoods, an award-winning trio celebrated for their rich harmonies and roots-inspired sound. Blending folk, bluegrass, and indie into a style […]
Deck the Trees
peri social house 406 West State Street, Black MountainMark your calendars — December 5, 2025, through January 5, 2026 — the beloved Deck the Trees holiday tradition is back, bigger and brighter than ever! Now celebrating 15 years, […]
The Comedy Zone: Helen Hong
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleFri & Sat, Dec 5 & 6 • 8 pm Helen Hong, a fan favorite on NPR’s Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me and host of Go Fact Yourself, has acted […]
The Nutcracker featuring Ballet Conservatory of Asheville
WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NCJoin Bardo Arts Center for a magically festive, full-length version of The Nutcracker featuring professional classical dancers and the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville’s celebrated pre-professional company. Having crept downstairs at […]
The Comedy Zone: Helen Hong
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleFri & Sat, Dec 5 & 6 • 8 pm Helen Hong, a fan favorite on NPR’s Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me and host of Go Fact Yourself, has acted […]
Handel’s Messiah
Parker Concert Hall 349 Andante Ln, BrevardCelebrate the season with a stirring performance of Handel’s Messiah, one of the most beloved works in all of classical music. From its triumphant “Hallelujah” chorus to its deeply moving […]
NewSong Music Performance & Songwriting Competition
The Grey Eagle 185 Clingman Ave, AshevilleIn celebration of its 24th anniversary, the NewSong Music Performance & Songwriting Competition — presented by Citizen Vinyl — will welcome eight finalists from across North America to Asheville for […]
Dashing Through The Snow
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBy Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten Presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com) December 11-21, 2025 Thursday, 12/11 at 7:30 […]
Dashing Through The Snow
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBy Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten Presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com) December 11-21, 2025 Thursday, 12/11 at 7:30 […]
Dashing Through The Snow
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBy Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten Presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com) December 11-21, 2025 Thursday, 12/11 at 7:30 […]
Dashing Through The Snow
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBy Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten Presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com) December 11-21, 2025 Thursday, 12/11 at 7:30 […]
Dashing Through The Snow
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBy Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten Presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com) December 11-21, 2025 Thursday, 12/11 at 7:30 […]
Dashing Through The Snow
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBy Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten Presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com) December 11-21, 2025 Thursday, 12/11 at 7:30 […]
A Swannanoa Solstice
Sun, Dec 21 • 2 pm & 7 pm Celebrate the season at the beloved local tradition that has captivated audiences for over 20 years! Experience a dynamic mix of […]
Dashing Through The Snow
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBy Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten Presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com) December 11-21, 2025 Thursday, 12/11 at 7:30 […]
Brevard Philharmonic presents Christmastime in Brevard
Porter Center (Scott Concert Hall), Brevard College 1 Brevard College Drive, BrevardChristmastime in Brevard is a heartwarming holiday tradition that brings the whole community together in celebration. Filled with joyful classics and seasonal favorites, it’s the perfect way to share the […]
A Swannanoa Solstice
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesSun, Dec 21 • 2 pm & 7 pm Celebrate the season at the beloved local tradition that has captivated audiences for over 20 years! Experience a dynamic mix of […]
New Year’s Resolution Run 5k & 10k
Pack Square Park 121 College St, Asheville, NC, United StatesAre you ready to hit the ground running in 2026? The 12th Annual New Year’s Resolution Run 5k & 10k presented by Hunter Subaru is January 1, 2026 at 10am! […]
The Slocan Ramblers
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesFri, Jan 16 • 8 pm With raw emotion, tight harmonies, and impeccable musicianship, The Slocan Ramblers will light up the stage and lift your spirits. Their latest album Up […]
The Comedy Zone: Sid Davis
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleFri & Sat, Jan 16 & 17 • 8 pm Sid Davis impressed A-list comics with his unique style, earning “Best in Fest” honors at the San Luis Obispo Comedy […]
The Comedy Zone: Sid Davis
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleFri & Sat, Jan 16 & 17 • 8 pm Sid Davis impressed A-list comics with his unique style, earning “Best in Fest” honors at the San Luis Obispo Comedy […]
Jazz Is for Everyone – Bebop: Jazz Takes Flight
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleA Lecture Demonstration Series for the Curious, the New, and the Devotee Sun, Jan 18 • 3 pm | 60 Minutes In the 1940s, Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, and Thelonious […]
The Acting Company presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesWritten by William Shakespeare Directed by Risa Brainin Fri, Jan 23 • 8 pm In this rapturous, fresh take on one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays, a mischievous fairy creates […]
The Acting Company presents Great Expectations
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesBy Nikki Massoud From the novel by Charles Dickens Directed by Devin Brain Sat, Jan 24 • 8 pm Akin to a bingeable dramedy carved with the beautiful prose that […]
Special Event: LP & The Vinyl – From Blues to Beatles to Bowie
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesA Benefit for Arts for All Kids Fri, Feb 6 • 7 pm Sit center stage and step into the spotlight. Join us on the Diana Wortham Theatre stage for […]
Jazz Is for Everyone – Free to Be: The Rise of the Artist
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleA Lecture Demonstration Series for the Curious, the New, and the Devotee Sun, Feb 8 • 3 pm | 60 Minutes In the late 1950s and ’60s, musicians like John […]
Stella Cole Sings the Great American Songbook
Parker Concert Hall 349 Andante Ln, BrevardWith a velvet voice and old-soul charm, Stella Cole brings timeless jazz standards to life in an evening brimming with elegance and warmth. A rising star whose performances have captivated […]
Margo Price
The Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Riverside Dr., Boone, NC, United StatesFor nearly a decade, Margo Price has created a lane where independent-minded, insurgent country music can exist and thrive alongside the mainstream. Now she’s back with an exquisite, timeless album […]
Ailey II: The Next Generation of Dance
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesTue & Wed, Feb 17 & 18 • 8 pm For over 50 years, Ailey II has merged the spirit and energy of the country’s finest early-career dance talent with […]
Joshua Lozoff: Life is Magic
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleFri, Feb 20 • 7 pm Awe-inspiring illusions. Mind-boggling mental demonstrations. Captivating storytelling. Prepare to be astonished as Joshua Lozoff includes audience members of all ages in this highly interactive […]
Ailey II: The Next Generation of Dance
The Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Riverside Dr., Boone, NC, United StatesFor over 50 years, Ailey II – The Next Generation of Dance – has merged the spirit and energy of the country’s finest early-career dance talent with the passion and […]
The Comedy Zone: Michael Palascak
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleFri & Sat, Feb 27 & 28 • 8 pm Michael Palascak, featured on The Late Show and The Late Late Show, was a Top 5 Finalist on Last Comic […]