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].
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, […]
Dialogue: Lindenfeld + Lindenfeld
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaBlack Mountain College Museum + Arts Center presents Dialogue: Lindenfeld + Lindenfeld, an exhibition celebrating the works of mother-daughter artists, Lore Kadden Lindenfeld and Naomi Lindenfeld. Lore, who attended and […]
Jeopardy! Bar League at Bear’s Smokehouse
Bear's Smokehouse 135 Coxe Ave, AshevilleThis is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America's Favorite […]
Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft
Center for Craft 67 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801 67 Broadway St, AshevilleThe word craft-itarianism was coined by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez to name artistic projects that generate employment, raise awareness, or offer therapeutic support through craft. These […]
Mellow Vinyasa at HapBE Valley Equine & Wellness Farm
Taught on our serene 800-square-foot yoga deck overlooking the horses and majestic Western North Carolina mountains, this 75-minute mindful, medium-paced Vinyasa class offers a truly immersive and rejuvenating experience. If […]
Live Music at All Day Darling
All Day Darling (102 Montford Ave, Asheville, NC 28801) 102 Montford Ave, Asheville, NCCatch live jazz music at All Day Darling every Friday and Saturday night, along with dinner specials and drinks on the patio. April performance schedule: Friday, April 3 – Leo […]
Wednesday Evening Open Figure Drawing
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortArrowhead Gallery and Studios is introducing a three-month trial of evening figure drawing sessions to gauge the arts community's interest in establishing a regular monthly figure drawing program. These non-instructional […]
Star Struck Charm Pendant Workshop
Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United StatesMake it yourself! Join us at our downtown Asheville metalsmithing studio to make this silver + brass + CZ star charm. You'll solder, set, stamp, and polish your charm. Leave […]
Free Art Class for Adults!
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortThe Free Adult Art classes are taught by Gallery Instructors who volunteer their time as a way to thank the community and share their love of Art! Class meets on […]
“No Child” at NC Stage
North Carolina Stage Company 15 Stage Lane, AshevilleNo Child is a tour-de-force exploration of the New York City public school system. An insightful, hilarious and touching master class not to be missed by anyone who is concerned […]
May Classes at ARROWHEAD
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortWe have a wonderful lineup of classes in May!
Metalsmithing 101: The Basics 3-Part Series May 4/11/18
Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United StatesWant to learn to make jewelry? This beginner friendly metalsmithing course teaches the basic skills involved in making your own jewelry. Learn to use a variety of tools and equipment […]
Free Art Class for Kids!
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortThe Free Art Class for kids happens on the first Sunday of every month from 2 pm to 4 pm. The classes use different media and are taught by volunteer […]
SPIRITED IMPROV GROUP PLAYSHOP SERIES
Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NCABOUT SPIRITED IMPROV Spirited Improv is a unique fusion of expressive arts, spiritual practice, and group play that helps you release fear, trust the unknown, and show up as your […]
DANCE WITH THE DEAD + MAGIC SWORD: The Face Off Tour 2026
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesALL AGES STANDING ROOM ONLY DANCE WITH THE DEAD Drawing inspiration from the dystopian and chilling worlds of cult classic horror and science-fiction films, duo Justin Pointer and Tony Kim […]
Simply Charmed – Drop-In
Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United States**Show up at Ignite Jewelry Studios anytime between 11pm and 3pm to make your charms! This is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while visiting our […]
Asheville Improv Festival – Opening Night!
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesAsheville Improv Festival | Night 1 | Wednesday 6:30PM Doors: 5:30pm | Show: 6:30pm Join us for opening night of the 2026 Asheville Improv Festival! Kicking off the Fest we've […]
Jonathan Scales Fourchestra
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesALL AGES SEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE JONATHAN SCALES FOURCHESTRA You’ve heard this before, but the whimsically named Jonathan Scales Fourchestra is really tough to describe. […]
Asheville Improv Festival – Thursday 5PM Show
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleAsheville Improv Festival | Night 2 | Thursday 5PM Doors: 4:30pm | Show: 5:00pm Kicking off night 2 of the Fest at the wonderful Tina McGuire Theatre, located within the […]
Mosaic Art Walk & Benefit 2026
Downtown Asheville participating galleries - details at MosaicArtWalk.com, AshevilleMark your calendars for one of Asheville’s most anticipated spring evenings of art, community and connection. Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty’s Art Walk & Benefit returns on Thursday, May 7, 2026, […]
Antidote Comedy featuring Nathan Owens
antidote 151 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesEvery Thursday Modelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have Southern favorite Nathn Owens on the rooftop at Antidote! Chemist Spirts welcomes top […]
Tryon Little Theater’s “Steel Magnolias”
Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., TryonTheater production
Slice Standup Comedy Contest
PULP Under The Orange Peel 103 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Slice of Life Comedy Asheville Spring Standup Contest 🌼 Thursday May 7, 7:30p-9:30p, doors at 6:30p The Orange Peel’s Comedy Basement, Pulp Lounge 103 Hilliard Ave, Downtown Asheville Tickets: […]
Ryan Montbleau (solo)
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesALL AGES SEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE RYAN MONTBLEAU A relentless road warrior and masterful wordsmith, Ryan Montbleau has spent the better part of thirty years […]
Asheville Improv Festival – Thursday 9PM Show
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesAsheville Improv Festival | Night 2 | Thursday 9PM Doors: 8pm | Show: 9pm Make sure to grab a seat for an incredibly varied lineup of improv styles starting with […]
Art Garden Gallery Grand Re-Opening
Art Garden 98 N. Lexington Ave, AshevilleMay 7-10 — Join 40+ artists in celebrating the grand re-opening of Art Garden with four days of workshops, music, performances, readings, art browsing and plant shopping. After a challenging […]
PATIO SHOW: Wheelwright
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesWheelwright makes music for late nights and early mornings, for dive bars bonfires and house parties, the highs and the lows. a Southwestern inspired blend of country folk and grunge […]
Yoga Nidra & Reiki in the Salt Cave
Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, AshevilleExperience a restorative Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep - similar to guided meditation and hypnosis) and Reiki session in the salt cave with Reiki Master Teacher and Yoga Nidra Facilitator, Kate […]
Asheville Improv Festival – Friday 7PM Show
North Carolina Stage Company 15 Stage Lane, AshevilleAsheville Improv Festival | Night 3 | Friday 7 PM Doors: 6:00 PM | Show: 7:00 PM What an amazing show the 7pm block is gonna be! Starting it off […]
Asheville Choral Society Concert
Central United Methodist Church 27 Church Street, AshevilleThis spring, the Asheville Choral Society invites you to a concert that reflects the many voices, stories, and traditions that shape who we are. Out Of Many, One, presented May […]
Tryon Little Theater’s “Steel Magnolias”
Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., TryonTheater production
Don’t Tell Comedy South Slope Asheville
The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, AshevilleShow Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. […]
Asheville Improv Festival – Friday 9PM Show
North Carolina Stage Company 15 Stage Lane, AshevilleAsheville Improv Festival | Night 3 | 9 PM Doors: 8:00 PM | Show: 9:00 PM Start your evening with a little comedic rage; Middle Rage that is! Follow that […]
Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10k
Jump Off Rock 4433 Laurel Park Hwy, Laurel ParkExperience the 6th Annual Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10K, presented by Hunter Subaru and UNC Health Pardee. This springtime race offers a scenic and fast course that winds […]
Thomas Wolfe’s Buried Lives: Riverside Cemetery Tour
Riverside Cemetery 53 Birch St, AshevilleJoin us for a tour of Riverside Cemetery as we piece together fact and fiction by highlighting many of the folks that inspired various characters in Wolfe’s works, as well […]
