The Laurel of Asheville‘s Community Events Calendar

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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, […]

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

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 […]

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 […]

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

Jump into JUNE Classes!

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

Jump into some fantastic classes at Arrowhead Gallery & Studios!

Mountain Biking and Hiking Art Exhibit – Call for Artists

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

Arrowhead Gallery & Studios is hosting an art exhibit at our gallery. This exhibition explores the deep connection between movement and landscape through the experiences of mountain biking and hiking. […]

Footloose

Flat Rock Playhouse 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, NC, United States

This musical doesn’t just dance, it dazzles! Set to the anthems that defined a generation — “Holding Out for a Hero,” “Let’s Hear It for the Boy,” “Almost Paradise,” and […]

Camp Bangin’ & Sangin’

Evergreen Community Charter School 50 Bell Road, Asheville, NC, United States

Camp Bangin' & Sangin'! is back for summer 2026! 🥁🎶 Led by Billy Jonas, this fun music day camp returns to Asheville this summer with something for everyone. Whether you're […]

$375

Impact [.!?$]: An Art Exhibition for Junteenth and Civic Season

YMI Cultural Center 39 S. Market Street, Asheville

IMPACT is a juried multimedia exhibition exploring the powerful influence and interconnectedness of people, places, and communities in an increasingly technology-centered world. Presented by the Asheville Black Art Futures Research-Practice […]

Photoshop Layers Made Easy! Two-Part Series

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

Session One: The Mystery of “Layers” — a challenge for many who want to learn to use Adobe Photoshop! In reality, layers are a great tool and easy to use, […]

$60 – $100

Burlesque Brunch

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

-AGES 18+ -SEATED SHOW BURLESQUE BRUNCH Welcome to the most dazzling brunch experience in Asheville! Producer and award-winning burlesque sensation, Madison Jane brings you WNC’s only all BIPOC burlesque showcase. […]

$21.88

1918 Summer Social

Thomas Wolfe Memorial 52 N. Market Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Step back in time to 1918 at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial for an unforgettable Living History experience inside the historic Old Kentucky Home Boardinghouse. Meet a lively cast of characters […]

$10.70

Rewilding Through Writing Workshop

The North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville

Katherine Saul and Alli Marshall lead a one-day creative writing workshop at the NC Arboretum on Saturday, June 27, 10am-4pm. Explore your connection to nature through creative writing and art […]

$110.04

Mushroom Growing for Beginners on the Farm!

The Forest Farmacy Marshall

Hey Folks! If you’ve been curious about growing mushrooms but aren’t sure where to start, this is the one-day workshop for you. You'll learn core low-tech, outdoor mushroom cultivation methods […]

$50 – $350

Gather Art Market

Spruce Pine Florist 111 Oak Ave, Spruce Pine

Gather Art Market will host its first Spruce Pine Market on Saturday, June 27th, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Spruce Pine Florist. The market features emerging artists and […]

Free

PATIO SHOW: Swift Silver

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

– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE SWIFT SILVER Swift Silver is the musical partnership of Anna Kline and John Looney. For 15 years, they’ve cultivated a sound […]

Free

Sean Patton, Live Comedy Special Taping (early show)

AyurPrana Listening Room 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC

Modelface Comedy Club is so excited to invite you to the Live Taping of Sean Patton's next comedy special at AyurPrana Listening Room in West Asheville!! Sponsored by Golden Goat […]

$25

Giddy Up Hoedown All Request Night

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

The Grey Eagle Presents Giddy Up Hoedown All Request Night Saturday, June 27 7pm Doors // 8pm Show All Ages DJ plays all the hottest line dance, two step and […]

$11.02

The Punch Brothers

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers St, Boone, NC, United States

Punch Brothers, formed in 2006, are a virtuosic quintet featuring mandolinist Chris Thile, guitarist Chris Eldridge, bassist Paul Kowert, banjoist Noam Pikelny, and violinist Brittany Haas. Known for pushing the […]

$1 – $70

Punch Brothers

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers St, Boone, NC, United States

Punch Brothers, formed in 2006, are a virtuosic quintet featuring mandolinist Chris Thile, guitarist Chris Eldridge, bassist Paul Kowert, banjoist Noam Pikelny, and violinist Brittany Haas. Known for pushing the […]

Sean Patton, Live Comedy Special Taping (late show)

AyurPrana Listening Room 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC

Modelface Comedy is so excited to invite you to the Live Taping of Sean Patton's next comedy special at AyurPrana Listening Room in West Asheville!! Sponsored by Golden Goat Cannabis […]

$25

The Solitaire Ring: A One-Day Intensive with Adam Grinovich

Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United States

Join Ignite Jewelry Studios for this Guest Instructor Sunday workshop with former SCAD instructor Adam Grinovich. Build a sterling silver solitaire ring from raw material to finished piece in one […]

$275

Mosaic art for beginners and overcoming fear of Grouting!

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

This is a full-day class, so bring a lunch or some snacks and something to drink. Students will create 2 mosaics. In the first half of the class, we will […]

$80.00

Weekly Sunday Scrabble

Stephens Lee Recreation Center 30 George Washington Carver Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

If you enjoy word games like Wordle, Boggle, Words with Friends or online Scrabble this may be the place for you! Equipment is provided. Drop in when you can; leave […]

Free

Creative Facilitator Training Info Session

Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, Asheville

Join us Sunday, June 28, 2-3:30pm at the Story Parlor for a free info session exploring our upcoming Creative Facilitator certification pathways: the Fall Intensive Cohort (September–December 2026) and the […]

Free

PATIO SHOW: The Yard Sails

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

– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE THE YARD SAILS The Yard Sails are AVL’s hottest instro-surf rock and exotica band. Featuring members of Empire Strikes Brass along […]

$12.09

The Misfit Improv Long-Form Comedy Show

NC Stage Company 15 Stage Ln, Asheville

Asheville’s top improvisers perform long-form improv—full stories and characters sparked by a single audience suggestion. Each Misfit team brings its own style, creating sharp, surprising worlds in real time.

$18

Modelface Comedy presents Josie Beers Gets Weirds

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Modelface Comedy Club brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to have local legend Josie Beers! Joise Beers Gets Weirds […]

$15

Queen Bee & The Honeylovers

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

We want everyone to access the healing power of music! Perhaps you can only afford a few dollars or maybe you have resources to cover the cost for others. Donate […]

$20.00

The Hungry & Dangerous

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

THE HUNGRY & DANGEROUS "American rockers The Hungry & Dangerous dropped their debut self-titled record, and it’s living proof that rock will never die." - Rock Era Magazine Born in […]

$20.81

CAMP: Improv & sketch comedy – June 29 – July 3

Asheville Junior Theater 174 Bradley Branch Rd, Arden

✨ IMPROV & SKETCH COMEDY Summer Camp (ages 8–16) ✨ Say YES—AND to the funniest week of the summer! This fast-paced, creative camp gives young performers the tools to think […]