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 Fort

Arrowhead 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, […]

Jeopardy! Bar League at Bear’s Smokehouse

Bear's Smokehouse 135 Coxe Ave, Asheville

This 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 […]

Free

Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft

Center for Craft 67 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801 67 Broadway St, Asheville

The 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 […]

Free

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 […]

$15 – $25

Live Music at All Day Darling

All Day Darling (102 Montford Ave, Asheville, NC 28801) 102 Montford Ave, Asheville, NC

Catch 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 […]

Free

Wednesday Evening Open Figure Drawing

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

Arrowhead 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 States

Make 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 […]

$90.00

Free Art Class for Adults!

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

The 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 […]

May Classes at ARROWHEAD

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

We have a wonderful lineup of classes in May!

Free Art Class for Kids!

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

The 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 […]

$45

Stillness and Motion

Red House Art Gallery & Studios 101 Cherry Street, Black Mountain, NC, United States

In this exhibition we are presenting works that depict contrasts and connections between calm and energy, balance and disruption. Works presented interpret movement and moments of stillness that offer reflection […]

Golden Folk Sessions

The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

6PM DOORS / 7PM SHOW FULLY SEATED SHOW GOLDEN FOLK SESSIONS Golden Folk Sessions (formerly Open Folk AVL) offers an intimate, carefully curated listening experience that celebrates the art of […]

$13.16

Woody Wood & Abe Reid (of The Blue Rags)

The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

PATIO SHOW- LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE 3 NIGHT RUN: 5.25, 5.26, 5.27 5PM DOORS // 6PM SHOW WOODY WOOD & ABE REID (of The Blue Rags) […]

$13.16

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 Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. […]

$27

Hot Riffs Comedy at AVL Guitar Pedals

Asheville Guitar Pedals 444 Haywood Rd., Asheville

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to be back at Asheville Guitar Pedals! Hot Riffs Comedy features […]

$12

Standup Comedy Picture Show: Summer Vibes

PULP Under The Orange Peel 103 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Summer Blues? Summer Love? This Summer Vibe Standup Comedy Picture Show will have all the summer you can handle, from summer vacations to summer loving, it’s sure to keep you […]

$18

Jazz for Justice

Highland Brewing Company 12 Old Charlotte Hwy, , Asheville

Join Pisgah Legal Services for an inspiring evening celebrating our community, all while supporting efforts to ensure everyone in WNC has equal access to justice. Connect with friends old and […]

$50 – $60

Golden Hour Yoga & Private Salt Cave

Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, Asheville

Immerse in a deeply nourishing salt cave experience and in the final 15 minutes your instructor will guide you through gentle movements to bring your awareness back to the present, […]

$52

Max Ribner with Freedom Family Band, ANZA, & Chinobay

AyurPrana Listening Room 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC

Max Ribner with Freedom Family Band and ANZA Thursday, May 28th, 2026 AyurPrana Listening Room - 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806 Doors 6:00 PM || Music 6:30 PM Max […]

$29.21

The Heart Collectors

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

Finalists at the International Folk Music Awards 2025 – Album of the Year” Merging the inspiration of 60’s and 70’s inspired Americana/Folk, with a distinct Celtic Lilt, The Heart Collectors […]

$20.00

Rooftop Comedy featuring James Harrod and Allison Shelnut

antidote 151 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Every Thursday Modelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have local favorites James Harrod and Allison Shelnut on the rooftop at Antidote! James […]

$15

Andrew Duhon: Stop Motion Tour ’26

The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

SEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE ANDREW DUHON Born, raised, shaped, and inspired by his hometown of New Orleans, Louisiana, Andrew Duhon tours performing songs that are […]

$26.86

Maggie B’s Wine Store 19yr Anniversary Party

Maggie B's Wine and Specialty Store 10 C South Main Street, Weaverville, NC, United States

Maggie B’s is turning 19, and we are throwing a big party!! We are so excited to have The Pleasure Chest Band playing again. There will be food inside and […]

Free

PATIO SHOW: Abe Reid

The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE ABE REID Abe Reid is a North Carolina musician and one of the modern keepers of the Piedmont roots music tradition. […]

$12.09

OPENING RECEPTION: Black Mountain COLL(A)GE

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

Join us for the opening reception of our summer exhibition, Black Mountain COLL(A)GE, hosted at BMCM+AC. This reception is free and open to all. Black Mountain College Museum + Arts […]

Free

Crisp Comedy Live in Leicester featuring Travis Stevenson

Noble Cidery and Taproom 356 New Leicester Highway, Asheville, NC

Crisp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester, NC at Noble Cider and hosted by Leicester's own Clay Jones! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two […]

Free

Piper & The Hard Times

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

2024 International Blues Challenge Band Winner, 2025 Best emerging artist album blues music award for revelation “Piper & the Hard Times combine the sensibility and flair of vintage blues bands […]

$25.00

J & The Causeways

The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

STANDING ROOM ONLY J & THE CAUSEWAYS New Orleans soul/rock powerhouse ensemble J & The Causeways debut album, Motions, conjures a universal theme of togetherness and compassion — melodies and […]

$23.69

ATLiens, Best of Atlanta Comedy Showcase

Green Man Brewery 27 Buxton Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

Modelface Comedy Club brings you the best comedy in Asheville. This Friday we have ATLiens, best of Atlanta comedy showcase at Green Man Brewery! ATLiens is a celebration of the […]

$15

Urban Sketchers Takeover Exhibit at RAD Rendezvous

RAD Rendevous 87 Roberts St, Asheville

In conjunction with Carolinas Sketch Crawl (June 5-7), an exhibit of sketches from the Urban Sketchers chapters of Asheville, Charlotte, and Greenville (SC) will be on view at RAD Rendevous […]

Free

Motor Mile Car Show

100 coxe avenue 100 Coxe Avenue, Asheville

Asheville’s automotive history will come to life this spring when dozens of classic Chrysler and other vintage automobiles line Coxe Avenue for the free Motor Mile Classic Car Show in […]

Free

LEAF – Deep Roots

Pisgah Brewing Company 150 Eastside Drive , Black Mountain, NC, United States

A Celebration of Connection & Resilience, LEAF returns to its foundations with Deep Roots, a one-day gathering at Pisgah Brewing! This event is designed to nurture the sense of belonging […]

$60