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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Fiber Day
Folk Art Center Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville, United StatesExperience the art of fiber at this free, family-friendly event at the Folk Art Center. Enjoy live demonstrations by regional craft artists working in weaving, spinning, dyeing, and other fiber […]
Nice Time Glass First Anniversary Party
Nice Time Glass 387 Haywood Road, AshevilleJoin us for our first anniversary celebration! We are hosting an artist market with flash tattoos, live glass blowing, a plant sale, food and more!
“Bee”Hive Suncatcher
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortUsing pre-cut glass and findings to create their own Bee Honeycomb, students will learn how to clean, foil, flux, and solder their creation together. Copper wire and embellishments can be […]
FREE PATIO SHOW: Stephen Evans & The True Grits
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States– FREE SHOW – ALL AGES – LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE – DONATIONS FOR THE ARTISTS ENCOURAGED! VENMO: @STEPHEN-EVANS-56 STEPHEN EVANS & THE TRUE GRITS After […]
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 […]
Asheville Improv Festival – Closing Night!
The Orange Peel 101 Biltmore Avenue, AshevilleWe are gonna kick off the CLOSING NIGHT of the 2026 Asheville Improv Festival with a lineup that features Now Are the Foxes, a venerable and fun improv team from […]
Eyes Up Here Comedy: Mother’s Day Edition
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! We are celebrating Mother’s in Comedy!! Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month […]
Baby Wants Candy – Presented by Asheville Improv Festival
The Orange Peel 101 Biltmore Avenue, AshevilleAsheville Improv Festival | Night 4 | Saturday 7:30 PM Baby Wants Candy is one of the most popular and critically acclaimed comedy ensembles in the world. The group proves […]
Deep River – Prime Country & Yacht Rock
The White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesTo celebrate our 34th year of making music we’ll be playing a fresh mix of Prime Country & Yacht Rock hits at White Horse Black Mountain on Saturday, May 9th […]
Tryon Little Theater’s “Steel Magnolias”
Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., TryonTheater production
House of Heavy
Revival Asheville 66 Asheland Ave, AshevilleIt’s not a party — it’s therapy at 120 decibels. House of Heavy is coming to Asheville on 9 May 2026, taking over Revival for the loudest, hardest, most cathartic […]
An Evening with Tanasi – Album Release Celebration ft. Billy Cardine, Mary Lucey & Anya Hinkle
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesAN EVENING WITH TANASI Tanasi, from Asheville, NC, crafts a rich, world-inspired mountain sound, refracting global sounds through their Appalachian lens.
Secret Saturday Late Nite Comedy Show
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleEvery Saturday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a secret lineup of amazing comedians!!! A fun mix of local favorites and […]
Baby Wants Candy Performing Shamilton! An Improvised Hip-Hop Musical – Presented by Asheville Improv Festival
The Orange Peel 101 Biltmore Avenue, AshevilleAsheville Improv Festival | Night 4 | Saturday 9:30 PM Ever heard of this show “Hamilton”? Shamilton is just like that, but (ahem) better! Expect the same level of hip […]
Weekly Sunday Scrabble
Stephens Lee Recreation Center 30 George Washington Carver Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesYour favorite word game! Maybe you enjoy Wordle, or Boggle, or Words with Friends, or online Scrabble! Or maybe you remember enjoying Scrabble in the past! We have all the […]
FREE PATIO SHOW: Stella Hansen
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States– FREE SHOW – ALL AGES – LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE STELLA HANSEN Stella Hansen, a Nashville native, embodies the sound of her hometown. Starting when […]
Tryon Little Theater’s “Steel Magnolias”
Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., TryonTheater production
Mom Genes Comedy
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleEvery Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we at getting into and laughing at our Mommy Issues! Being a mom is […]
Infamous Hollman Sisters
The White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesBlood harmonies, original tunes and a little Appalchian charm. Hailing from the Appalachian Mountains of North Carolina, these southern siblings delight with their pure unique style and blend of eclectic […]
