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].

Asheville Triathlon

Asheville Recreational Park 65 Gashes Creek Road, Asheville, NC, United States

The Asheville Triathlon is a thrilling multisport event that captures the essence of this vibrant and active mountain community. Held against the backdrop of Asheville's breathtaking natural beauty, this triathlon […]

A Slow Ride, a play by Joseph Reed Hayes

Asheville Community Theatre 35 East Walnut Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Three generations of women take a Sunday ride. A story about the tension, humor, affection and near-demented discord of families; the journey of mothers and daughters; in-jokes, embarrassment and eyeball […]

$15

Legally Blonde The Musical

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

America’s favorite blonde, Elle Woods, is ready to prove who’s in charge in this fabulously fun, award-winning musical based on the adored movie. In the ultimate tribute to girl power, […]

$26.00

Comedy at Catawba: Lydia Popovich

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have Lydia Popovich from Nashville!!! Lydia Popovich originally hails from San Jose, CA […]

$15

XP League Asheville – Esports Summer Camp!

XP LEAGUE ASHEVILLE 15 LOOP ROAD, SUITE 2B, ARDEN

XP League Camps are designed to engage kids at many different levels. Not only do kids get to meet new friends and improve their skills in the games they love […]

$199.00

An Evening with Dale Neal + Sheila Kay Adams

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

Malaprop's Bookstore / Café, in collaboration with Citizen Vinyl and Blue Ridge Public Radio, presents An Evening with Dale Neal + Special Guest Sheila Kay Adams. The author event takes […]

Free

5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers on Weds Nights hosted by Karen

Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NC

Discover the Power Within You! Are you aware of the Power in your body? What parts of your body do you feel your Power source? Let's explore together! We move […]

$15 – $25

Funky Fresh Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge

Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United States

Modelface Comedy presents Funky Fresh Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! The Comedy is Funky but the ginger beer is Fresh Funky Fresh Comedy is an extra silly night of live comedy […]

$7

Performance: Ljubinka Kulisic (accordion)

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

Performance: Ljubinka Kulisic (accordion) Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 7pm Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center {120 College Street} TICKETS – $15 General Admission / $10 BMCM+AC members + […]

$15.00

Listen To This: Stories and More on Stage

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

Listen To This: Stories and More on Stage Presents, "You're Under Citizen's Arrest" True Tales of Taking the Law Into Your Own Hands. Thursday, July 25, 7 p.m. doors and […]

$15 – $18

YIKES! Dating Disaster Comedy with Sarah Love

LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Every Thursday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have Sarah Love from Asheville and her friends!!! YIKES! is a show of […]

$15

Story/Arts Residency Night 3: Beyond the Myth

Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, Asheville

About Our Story The Story Board Inward & Artward Facilitators The Parlor Photo Gallery Rent Our Space Parking & Contact Story Bound Bookshop Offerings Calendar Events + Shows Classes + […]

$10 – $50

Comedy at Catawba: Ryan Beck

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Friday evening Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Ryan Beck from NYC! Ryan Beck is a Lebanese American filmmaker […]

$18

Crisp Comedy Live in Leicester featuring Tyson Cox

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

Destination Moon, aplay by Joseph Reed Hayes

Asheville Community Theatre 35 East Walnut Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Two people in two little rooms. A young woman, a bed, an unseen voice, music in the night. When we meet Truly in her room at the end of the […]

$20

Legally Blonde The Musical

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

America’s favorite blonde, Elle Woods, is ready to prove who’s in charge in this fabulously fun, award-winning musical based on the adored movie. In the ultimate tribute to girl power, […]

$26.00

Air Conditioning, a COOL Comedy Showcase

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a special comedy showcase at Catawba Brewing!!! A killer lineup of local favorites […]

$15

Anything Fiber Sale

AB Tech Conference Center 16 Fernihurst Drive, Asheville

Local Cloth's 2024 Anything Fiber Sale returns to the AB Tech Conference Center (16 Fernihurst Drive) in Asheville, NC. A Fiber Yard Sale for Fiber People, there will be more […]

Free

Fun Art for Artsy Kids! with Cynthia Llanes

Art Garden Avl 191 Lyman St, Asheville, NC, United States

Date: July 27 (Saturday Time: 11 am – 12:30pm Cost: $99 (Materials included) Location: Riverview Station: 191 Lyman St. Asheville @ Studio 324 (2nd Floor of Art Garden bldg) Duration: […]

$99

Field Day AVL

Asheville YMCA 30 Woodfin Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Grab your little one and join us for a fun day in the sun in the outdoor field space at the Asheville YMCA! Field Day AVL is a guardian/child event […]

Free

Legally Blonde The Musical

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

America’s favorite blonde, Elle Woods, is ready to prove who’s in charge in this fabulously fun, award-winning musical based on the adored movie. In the ultimate tribute to girl power, […]

$26.00

Don’t Tell Comedy, South Slope Asheville

Eulogy 10 Buxton Ave, Asheville

Secret Locations. Shhh...it's a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be […]

$25

International BBQ Cooking Class at The Farm

The Farm - A Gathering Place 215 Justice Ridge Road, Asheville, NC, United States

Grilled recipes from around the globe -- Korean BBQ, Indian Tandoori, Turkish kebabs and traditional accompaniments. Each class includes: 3 hours of instruction, a full meal and drinks! Regardless of […]

$100

Destination Moon, a play by Joseph Reed Hayes

Asheville Community Theatre 35 East Walnut Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Two people in two little rooms. A young woman, a bed, an unseen voice, music in the night, hope out of darkness. When we meet Truly in her room at […]

$20

LAST CALL late nite comedy at DSSOLVR

DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, Asheville

Modelface Comedy presents LAST CALL! A late nite comedy show at DSSOLVR on the last Saturday every month. LAST CALL comedy is a late nite showcase featuring the best comedians […]

$15

40th Annual Grassy Creek Mineral and Gem Show

Parkway Fire and Rescue Event Grounds 136 Majestic View, Spruce Pine, NC, United States

The 40th Annual Grassy Creek Mineral and Gem Show will be from July 28th. to August 4th., 2024. There will be over 60 worldwide vendors with all kinds of lapidary […]

Free

Slice of Life Comedy Open Mic & Feature Comedy at Asheville Pizza

Asheville Pizza & Brewing Co on Merrimon Ave 675 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

Sunday July 28 at 6:30p is another great comedy show at Asheville Pizza in Theatre 2, get your dinner , drinks & laughs with a comedy open mic & Professional […]

$14

Show & Tell Sunday Market

Rabbit Rabbit 75 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NC

Show & Tell returns to Rabbit Rabbit for a monthly Sunday Market celebrating and supporting local + indie craft, design, and vintage. Gather with friends and family in the open […]

Destination Moon, a play by Joseph Reed Hayes

Asheville Community Theatre 35 East Walnut Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Two people in two little rooms. A young woman, a bed, an unseen voice, music in the night, hope out of darkness. When we meet Truly in her room at […]

$15

Legally Blonde The Musical

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

America’s favorite blonde, Elle Woods, is ready to prove who’s in charge in this fabulously fun, award-winning musical based on the adored movie. In the ultimate tribute to girl power, […]

$26.00

Comedy at Catawba: Amber Autry

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country, and this week we have Amber Autry from Nashville! Amber Autry is an internationally touring Comedian […]

$18

Exhibition | Forces of Nature: Ceramics from the Hayes Collection

Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

Ceramic artists throughout history have become masters of all four elements—creating clay from a mixture of earth and water to shape their work, drying it in air, and hardening it […]

General admission

Exhibition | Forces of Nature Ceramics from the Hayes Collection

Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

Ceramic artists throughout history have become masters of all four elements—creating clay from a mixture of earth and water to shape their work, drying it in air, and hardening it […]

General admission

Everybody But You Bro Comedy Open Mic

LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Join 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, […]

Free