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].

An Iliad By Lisa Peterson & Denis O’Hare

Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United States

An adaptation of Homer's epic masterpiece into an evening of theater at its best: intimate, incisive, and urgent. The war in Troy is over – and the Poet saw it […]

$25

Comedy at Catawba: Brent Blakeney

Catawba Brewing 32 Banks Ave., Asheville

Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This weekend we have Brent Blakeney!!! Brent has been touring the country as a stand-up comedian […]

$15

Cancer Support Group

Woodfin YMCA 40 N Merrimon Ave, Ste. 101, Asheville

Share experiences with others on a similar journey at this monthly cancer support group at the Woodfin YMCA. This group is a safe and supportive place for all and is […]

Free

Tyler Ramsey Album Release + Listening Party

Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

Don’t miss this FREE album release and listening party for Tyler Ramsey’s newest record, New Lost Ages. Tuesday, February 6, 6-8 p.m. Doors at 5 p.m. Get your copy of […]

Free

Sewing 101 (Tuesdays)

Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Teacher: Allison Starling Class Cost: $150 Min Students: 3 Max Students: 5 Class Dates: Tuesdays, February 6 – March 26 (8 weeks) Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Location: Hendersonville […]

$150

Sewing 101 (Wednesdays)

Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Teacher: Allison Starling Class Cost: $150 Min Students: 3 Max Students: 5 Class Dates: Wednesdays, February 7 – March 27 (8 weeks) Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Location: Hendersonville […]

$150

Hip Hop Adult Beginning Dance

Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Teacher: Tawny Watson Class Cost: $150 Min Students: 3 Max Students: 12 Class Dates: Wednesdays, February 7 – March 27 (8 weeks) Time: 7 pm to 8 pm Location: Whitmire […]

$150

Conserving Carolina: Green Drinks

Trailside Brewing Company Hendersonville, NC 173 Lenox Park Dr, Hendersonville, NC

Join us to learn about the latest developments on planning and construction of the Ecusta Trail, as well as potential trail enhancements and connections that could occur in the future. […]

Free

PERFORMANCE: LaDonna Smith and Susan Hefner / John English and Kris Gruda

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

First Set: John English and Kris Gruda Second Set: LaDonna Smith and Susan Hefner Thursday, February 8 at 7 pm Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center {120 College Street} […]

$8 – $12

The Campfireball: Love Bugs

Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, Asheville

A storytelling show about you—the audience—The Campfireball is created spontaneously out of whatever stories and lives happen to be gathered together inside Story Parlor at that moment in time. There’s […]

$10

The River Arts District/UNC Asheville Artist Alumni Show

Blowers Gallery at UNC Asheville One University Heights, Asheville, NC, United States

Opening Reception: Friday, February 9th, - 4:00-6:00 pm. 2024 Blowers Gallery in the UNC Asheville Ramsey Library , main floor. One University Heights. As part of Homecoming Weekend events, a […]

Free

Remix: The Art of Music – Opening Reception

Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United States

Come support BMCA's Junior Appalachian Musicians program at this gallery fundraiser. This event is free and open to the public. All sales will benefit music education at the Black Mountain […]

Free

Comedy at Catawba: Jamie Shriner

Catawba Brewing 32 Banks Ave., Asheville

Every Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have Jamie Shriner from Chicago!!! Jamie Shriner is a comedian based in Chicago, […]

$18

This Dog Don’t Hunt – A Staged Reading

35below 35 E. Walnut Street, Asheville

The Magnetic Theatre presents: This Dog Don’t Hunt by Terri Van Zandt, directed by Delina Hensley, with dramaturgy by Katie Jones. The reading stars Scott Cameron, Emily Dake, Kim Richardson, […]

$10 – $20

Hot and Horny Comedy Showcase

Catawba Brewing 32 Banks Ave., Asheville

Modelface Comedy presents Hot & Horny Comedy Showcase Celebrate the funniest/ sexiest time of the year with some of the horniest comics around! And what is sexier than a sense […]

$15

Valentines Pop Up Shop + Open Studio

YEWŌ Collective x Loom Imports Studio 115 Elk Mountain Road Woodfin, NC 28804 115 Elk Mountain Road, Woodfin, NC

Treat yourself or a loved one to something special at our Valentine's Open Studio & Pop Up Shop and send off bon voyage party for Yewo as they head back […]

WellCare of North Carolina to Host Block Party Event for Medicaid Beneficiaries – Showcasing a Patient-Centric Approach, this Block Party Event Aims to Provide Education, Resources and Empowerment

Asheville Mall 3 S. Tunnel Rd., Asheville

WHO: WellCare of North Carolina (WellCare) will host a Block Party Event in Asheville, North Carolina, to provide comprehensive support and resources to Medicaid beneficiaries, focusing on enhancing their health, […]

Free

Restorative Yoga Workshop

Happy Body 1378 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, United States

Relax, Restore, Renew Unwind and rejuvenate in our blissful 2-hour Restorative Yoga Workshop designed to melt away stress, promote deep relaxation, and nurture your well-being. Immerse yourself in a series […]

$25

Springtime Medicine Making for the Home Apothecary

Honey & the Hive 23 Merrimon Avenue, Weaverville, NC, United States

Sign up for an amazing class taught by Lori Jenkins of Sister of Mother Earth. She will guide you through making a Springtime fire cider, a blood-moving oxymel, and herbal […]

$75.

Mardi Gras Comedy Madness at Catawba Brewing

Catawba Brewing 32 Banks Ave., Asheville

Every Saturday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a comedy show/ party combo at Catawba Brewing!!! A fun mix of local […]

$18

Western Piedmont Symphony: Carmina Burana

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

One of classical music’s most spellbinding and immersive experiences, Carmina Burana is an epic, captivating choral masterpiece. A massive orchestra and huge chorus join forces for Carl Orff’s infamous ode […]

$10 – $28

Secret Saturday Late Nite Comedy Showcase at Catawba Brewing

Catawba Brewing 32 Banks Ave., Asheville

Every 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 […]

$18

Dear Valentine: A Love Letter Writing Workshop

Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, Asheville

Led by a certified Inward & Artward Creative Facilitator, Tikva Kingrea, this pre-Valentine's Day workshop offers space to connect + craft a love letter from the heart. We'll talk about […]

$25 – $35

A Valentine Concert

Parish Hall - St. John in the Wilderness 1905 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock

Friends of Music Presents A Valentine Concert FLAT ROCK, N.C. Just in time for Valentine's Day, Friends of Music of The Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness presents […]

Free

Mountain Mushrooms Again!

Bullington Gardens 95 Upper Red Oak Trail, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Due to popular demand, we’re bringing Steve Pettis back for another presentation of Mountain Mushrooms. Steve Pettis, Henderson County Commercial and Consumer Horticulture Agent and host of the Gardening in […]

$15.00

DRUM TAO 夢幻響

Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., Asheville

Experience the thrilling rhythms of Japan, the electrifying energy of passionate, percussive performance and the otherworldly theatrical flair of these professional taiko drummers. With vibrant costumes, synchronized movements and thunderous […]

$65

Comedy at Catawba: Mary Mack

Catawba Brewing 32 Banks Ave., Asheville

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Mary Mack with Tim Harmston for a special pre-Valentine's Day show!! A hybrid of […]

$23

Yet To Be Gold

Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

An evening of fine songs by fine people: Yet To Be Gold (feat. Donna the Buffalo co-founder Jeb Puryear) performs at Citizen Vinyl on Tuesday, Feb. 13. Krekel & Whoa […]

$15 – $18

DRUM TAO 夢幻響 – Student Series

Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., Asheville

Experience the thrilling rhythms of Japan in a percussive and mesmerizing spectacle by this company of professional taiko drummers. With vibrant costumes, synchronized movements and thunderous beats, Drum Tao creates […]

$11 – $12

LEAF Global Arts Experience 4th Anniversary

LEAF Global Arts 19 Eagle St., Asheville

Join us on Wednesday, February 14, for a special celebration — it’s the 4th anniversary of LEAF Global Arts Center at 19 Eagle Street! Stop by from 5-7 p.m. LEAF […]

By donation

DRUM TAO 夢幻響

Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., Asheville

Experience the thrilling rhythms of Japan, the electrifying energy of passionate, percussive performance and the otherworldly theatrical flair of these professional taiko drummers. With vibrant costumes, synchronized movements and thunderous […]

$65

Cheesy Valentine’s Day Comedy Show at DSSOLVR

DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, Asheville

Modelface Comedy presents A Cheesy Valentine's Day Comedy Show at DSSOLVR Let's Live, Laugh, and Love this Valentine's night Live it up with the best beer in town Laugh it […]

$18

Dharma & Discuss

Quietude 1130 Montreat Rd, Black Mountain

Beginners and experienced practitioners are welcome. At 6:30pm, meditation instructions will be given during a sitting which will last 20/30 mins. This will be followed by a recorded video talk. […]