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 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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Mountain Biking and Hiking Art Exhibit – Call for Artists
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortArrowhead 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. […]
FACES by Lois Simbach
From Nefertiti to the Mona Lisa to Warhol's Marilyn - Faces - especially women's faces, have always been a focal point for artists. Because of my fashion background, I appreciate […]
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 […]
Pebble Stacker Rings Workshop
Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin us at Ignite's metalsmithing studio where you'll make a set of 3 gold fill and silver rings (or all silver) in this jewelry workshop. The instructor will walk you […]
Multi-Charm Necklace
Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United StatesThis combo of both our Simply Charmed and Enamel a Charm is the perfect way to experience a few styles of jewelry making and leave with a multi-charm necklace. This […]
Clay Summer Camp for Kids
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortIntroduce your child to the joy of playing and creating with clay. Clay is an almost limitless medium that allows children to create and build fine hand motor skills. During […]
OPEN STUDIO – JULY EDITION – WITH ANNE STRUTZ, PSA, IAPS-MC
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesJoin Anne in the studio for four Wednesdays in July for an open-format pastel class designed to help you develop and refine your skills in this richly expressive medium. Each […]
The Curious Quest: A Narrative Writer’s Guide to the Hero’s Journey
OnlineThe Curious Quest: A Narrative Writer’s Guide to the Hero’s Journey Wednesdays, July 15-August 26 from 6:00-8:00pm EST (No class August 5) Venture into the heart of your writing practice […]
TJ & Dave
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesFULLY SEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM TICKETS AVAILABLE DOUBLE DIP PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS…. TJ & DAVE Join us for one night only as world-renowned improv comedy legends, TJ Jagodowski and […]
Double Dip Productions Presents: TJ & Dave
The Grey Eagle 185 Clingman Ave, AshevilleALL AGES| FULLY SEATED SHOW | LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM TICKETS AVAILABLE DOUBLE DIP PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS.... TJ & DAVE Join us for one night only as world-renowned improv comedy legends, […]
Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
Harrah's Cherokee Center-Asheville 87 Haywood Street, AshevilleThis is the biannual flagship event of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, a nearly 100 year old alliance of fine craftspeople across the 9 states of Southern Appalachia. Over 100 […]
Golden Hour Yoga & Private Cave
Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, AshevilleImmerse 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, […]
Tryon Summer Youth Theater
Tryon Fine Arts Center 34 Melrose Ave, Tryon, NC, United StatesDisney's "Newsies, Jr." musical theater production
Jenny Zigrino: Comedy in The Cultura Room
The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, AshevilleModelface Comedy Club brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Jenny Zigrino from Los Angeles in Asheville! With the sweetness of the midwest […]
ONE DAY FUNDAMENTALS OF POLYMER WORKSHOP WITH DIANE KUEHN
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesJoin artist Diane Kuehn and begin exploring your creative side with this one-day workshop designed for beginners and those who would like a refresher on the fundamentals of using polymer […]
Magic with Kate Shela
The Horse Shoe Farm 155 Horse Shoe Farm Drive, HendersonvilleA Transformational weekend of Dance. Over the course of this intimate retreat, Kate Shela invites you into a living, breathing exploration of your body as oracle, artist, and guide. Through […]
Tryon Summer Youth Theater
Tryon Fine Arts Center 34 Melrose Ave, Tryon, NC, United StatesDisney's "Newsies, Jr." musical production
Emerson Woolf & the Wishbones
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States– STANDING ROOM ONLY Genre-defying Emerson Woolf & the Wishbones have been categorized as many things: Indie Alternative, Folk Rock, Dark Country, and Pop Americana, to name a few. Their […]
2 DAY POLYMER CLAY WORKSHOP WITH DIANE KUEHN – DAY 1
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesCome explore your creativity with artist Diane Kuehn with this step-by-step two-day workshop where you will learn to build a layered, textured pendant or brooch with a variety of techniques […]
ENCOUNTERS WITH CREATIVES – HOLLAND VAN GORES, WOOD & MIXED MEDIA ARTIST
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United States(FREE) Meet and watch Holland Van Gores apply milk paint to his incredible wooden sculptures. Holland has spent the better part of his life working with wood. As a child, […]
FREE PATIO SHOW: Maisy Owen // Lucky Break
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States– FREE SHOW – LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE MAISY OWEN Maisy Owen, a Nashville native, has been surrounded by music and the art of songcraft just […]
Wavy Charcuterie Board Class
AVL Clay 4 Mulvaney St, AshevilleJoin us for this on-trend clay hand-building class and create your own organic wavy charcuterie board. Your one-of-a-kind piece will be both functional and sculptural — ideal for serving cheeses, […]
Tryon Summer Youth Theater
Tryon Fine Arts Center 34 Melrose Ave, Tryon, NC, United StatesDisney's "Newsies, Jr." musical production
Gluten-Free Comedy: Pineapple Jalapeno Edition
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and all your local favorites! This Saturday we have Gluten-Free Comedy: Blueberry Mosaic Edition at Ginger's Revenge. Enjoy […]
Don’t Tell Comedy, Hendersonville
Trailside Brewing Company Hendersonville, NC 173 Lenox Park Dr, Hendersonville, NCShow Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available […]
Buck Meek
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesSTANDING ROOM ONLY BUCK MEEK A gleaner of the forgotten, Buck Meek tips over the familiar and turns the unknown into a companion. On The Mirror, the artist’s fourth solo […]
Take the Edge Off, Late Night Comedy
Eda Rhyne 101 Fairview Rd, AshevilleModelface Comedy presents Take The Edge Off Comedy Showcase at Eda Rhyne Distillery Nothing takes the edge off like a perfectly crafted cocktail and a good laugh. A late night […]
In Love with Lavender: The Art of Flower Pounding & Salt Cave
Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, AshevilleLearn the art of flower-pounding and design your own reusable canvas bag. Following the instruction and creation time, we will transition into the Salt Cave for a healing meditation session. […]
2 DAY POLYMER CLAY WORKSHOP WITH DIANE KUEHN – DAY 2
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesCome explore your creativity with artist Diane Kuehn with this step-by-step two-day workshop where you will learn to build a layered, textured pendant or brooch with a variety of techniques […]
The Other Mozart
Valborg Theatre 480 Howard St, Boone, NC, United StatesThe Other Mozart is an award-winning, Drama Desk nominated play telling the true, forgotten story of Nannerl Mozart, the genius sister of Amadeus — a prodigy, keyboard virtuoso and composer, […]
