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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
RENT – Flat Rock Playhouse – 7/24-8/15
Flat Rock Playhouse 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, NC, United StatesThirty years ago, RENT ignited Broadway like a lightning bolt — a raw, raucous, Pulitzer Prize–winning love letter that gave voice to the misfits, the rebels, the ones who loved […]
CAMP: Stay Gold: Inspired by The Outsiders – July 27-31
Asheville Junior Theater 174 Bradley Branch Rd, Arden✨ STAY GOLD: OUTSIDERS MUSIC and DANCE Summer Camp (ages 10–18) ✨ Step into the world of greasers, dreamers, and misfits in a week inspired by the hit Broadway musical […]
Spin Me a Tale Creative Arts Camp / Rising 3rd–5th Grades
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleTravel through the rich storytelling traditions of Africa and the Afro-Caribbean world in this creative and energetic arts integration camp! Rising 3rd through 5th grade campers will explore folktales through […]
APLR Presents: Magic Tuber Stringband
AyurPrana Listening Room 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NCAPLR Presents: Magic Tuber Stringband Friday, July 31st, 2026 AyurPrana Listening Room - 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806 Doors 6 PM || Show 7PM Magic Tuber Stringband Magic Tuber […]
Aaron Diehl
Rosen Concert Hall, Broyhill Music Center 813 Rivers St, Boone, NC, United StatesPianist Aaron Diehl has quietly redefined the boundary between jazz and classical music, building an international career distinguished by stylistic fluency, intellectual rigor, and a deep sense of musical lineage. […]
Modelface Comedy presents Ben Roy
French Broad River Brewery 101 Fairview Rd., Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy Club brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have Denver legend Ben Roy at FBRB! If you aren't familiar with Ben Roy, he's […]
Bark & Bolt 5k, 1 mile & 100 meter
Patton Park 114 E Clairmont Dr, HendersonvilleReady, Set… WOOF! 🐾 Join us at Patton Park on Saturday, August 1 for the 4th Annual Bark & Bolt Races, presented by Hunter Subaru, in Hendersonville. This family and […]
Surface Magic Underglaze Screen Printing and Transfer
AVL Clay 4 Mulvaney St, AshevilleJoin us for a playful, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to design and print your own underglaze transfers using both screen stencils and freehand techniques. Explore how to apply […]
KOKEDAMA MOSS PLANTING WORKSHOP WITH JULIE GUY
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesImmerse yourself in the captivating world of Japanese gardening with our Kokedama Workshop. Kokedama, which translates to 'moss ball', is a traditional Japanese art form where the root ball of […]
Robin Plemmons: Throbbin’
THE GREY EAGLE MUSIC HALL 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesAsheville artist and comedian Robin Plemmons is back for another round of holleration. Her third one-woman show here at the Grey Eagle is called THROBBIN and she’ll be in her […]
Robin Plemmons: Throbbin’
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesAGES 18+ SEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE Asheville artist and comedian Robin Plemmons is back for another round of holleration. Her third one-woman show here at […]
Eyes Up Here Comedy: Hot Girl Summer Edition
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring […]
Witching Hour, Dark and Dirty Comedy
Eda Rhyne 101 Fairview Rd, AshevilleModelface Comedy presents The Witching Hour Comedy Showcase at Eda Rhyne Distillery Witching Hour is a dark and dirty comedy show featuring some of the filthiest comics in the South!! […]
CAMP: Dance camp intensive – August 3-7
Asheville Junior Theater 174 Bradley Branch Rd, Arden🔥 Summer Dance Intensive 2026 🔥 (ages 8-18) 💃 Train. Transform. Perform. Join us for an electrifying week-long Summer Dance Intensive designed to push your limits, refine your technique, and […]
Everybody But You Bro Comedy Open Mic
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleJoin Eyes Up Here Comedy & Modelface Comedy for the premiere open mic for the rest of us -- Everybody But You Bro is a comedy mic for women, non-binary, […]
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, […]
GALLERY WALK – JANIE PACKER, CERAMICS & MIXED MEDIA ARTIST
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United States(FREE) Ceramics artist Janie Packer will join the Lucy Clark Gallery for the August Gallery walk. Janie often only has the germ of an idea when she starts a new […]
Museum of the Cherokee People presents: The Way We See the World
Council Fire Ballroom, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort 777 Casino Dr, CherokeeNow in its fifth year, Museum of the Cherokee People’s annual The Way We See the World event highlights Native pop culture and showcases contemporary perspectives for Cherokee people, primarily […]
Twilight Trail 5k
Kanuga 471 Kanuga Chapel Dr., HendersonvilleWe're excited to present the Twilight Trail 5k at Kanuga, Saturday, August 8th, 2026! The Twilight Trail 5K is a golden-hour trail race at the Kanuga Conference Center designed to […]
Kanuga Triathlon
Kanuga 471 Kanuga Chapel Dr., HendersonvilleJoin us Sunday, August 9th, 2026 for the Inaugural Kanuga Triathlon in Hendersonville! Kanuga Triathlon is a new sprint-distance triathlon in Western North Carolina designed to be welcoming, scenic, and […]
CAMP: The Greatest show! Circus Meets Stage – Aug 10-14
✨ THE GREATEST SHOW! Circus + Broadway Camp (ages 4–7 and 8-16) ✨ Step right up — it’s time for acrobatics, artistry, and AMAZING musical theater fun! Inspired by The […]
Centennial Sounds Presents Rebecca Porter & the Rhinestone Roses with The Wilder Flower
Folk School Festival Barn 4590 Brasstown Road, BrasstownAmplifying diverse Appalachian voices Music and dance have been a vital part of the Folk School since its founding in 1925. As we celebrate our 100th year, Centennial Sounds honors this […]
CAMP: Kpop demon hunters! – Aug 17-21
✨ KPOP DEMON HUNTERS! Summer Camp (ages 4-7) ✨ Join us for an unforgettable week of music, magic, and high-energy fun as we dive into the world of K-pop stars […]
ENCOUNTERS WITH CREATIVES – ANN WATCHER, ORIGINAL OIL ARTIST
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United States(FREE) Ann Watcher will be on hand to share her techniques and experience in oil paintings. Ann’s inspiration is creating a visual experience. She describes herself as a painter of […]
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 […]
The Odd Couple – Flat Rock Playhouse – 8/28-9/19
Flat Rock Playhouse 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, NC, United StatesPour a drink and duck for cover — domestic bliss is about to get messy. Meet Felix: impeccably pressed, emotionally distressed, and suddenly single. Meet Oscar: charmingly rumpled, habitually late, […]
Gimme Hendrix
THE GREY EAGLE MUSIC HALL 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesHailing from the vibrant music scene of Athens, GA, Gimme Hendrix stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of the greatest band of the psychedelic era, The Jimi Hendrix […]
COLD WAX ALCHEMY 2-DAY WORKSHOP WITH GINA LOUTHIAN-STANLEY
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesIn this 2-Day workshop, discover the beautiful layers, textures, and marks that only oil and cold wax can achieve finding inspiration within your own marks, compositions and intuition. We will […]
