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].

Drunk & Dirty Comedy with Santa

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country!! Santa is off work for the rest of the year and ready to get drunk and tell some jokes at RAD Brewing. This show is NOT for kids and will be a TON of fun for the rest of us. Santa will be […]

$18

Game Over: End of Year Comedy

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Modelface Comedy brings you the best stand up comedians from all over the country and this week with have a special comedy showcase!! Game Over is a celebration of the end of the year. Maybe your glad it's over or maybe it was your best one yet but we can all get together to laugh […]

$15

5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen

Asia Hous 828 119 Coxe Ave., Asheville, NC

Fresh Start 2026! What would you like to manifest for 2026? What are somethings that you need to release and let go of from 2025! What new moves would you like to bring onto the dance floor! Join us to move in community the end of the year 2025 and bring in the New Year […]

$15 – $25

NYE Comedy with Caleb Synan

The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, Asheville

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Caleb Synan from Los Angeles for a NYE show! Caleb Synan is one of the hottest young comics in the country. (Funny AND good looking!) His unique background as a preacher’s kid from a small southern town gives him […]

$20

3WB Rock-On New Year’s Eve

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

New Year’s Eve party starts at 7:30 pm with 3WB playing and will end after midnight with house music. 3WB is a multi piece band with a horn section. One of the NC’s most entertaining and unique bands. 3WB mixes a tight rhythm section, soulful horn arrangements, vocal harmonies, artistic solos to entertain you, playing […]

Free

New Year’s Resolution Run 5k & 10k

Pack Square Park 121 College St, Asheville, NC, United States

Are you ready to hit the ground running in 2026? The 12th Annual New Year’s Resolution Run 5k & 10k presented by Hunter Subaru is January 1, 2026 at 10am! What better way to celebrate the start of a new year than running in the heart of downtown Asheville? The race course takes you through […]

Pop-Up Fundraiser for Penland School of Craft

Lucy Clark Gallery 51 W Main St, Brevard

Artist R. Melinda Hoffman will join the Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio for a special Pop-Up event featuring her handcrafted leather pieces on Saturday, January 3rd from 11am to 5pm. 10 percent of sales will benefit the Penland School of Craft as it rebuilds its water system following Hurricane Helene. R. Melinda Hoffman is based […]

Free

Eyes Up Here Comedy: Fresh Vibes Edition

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

Modelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! Fresh Vibes is a celebration of the New Year! Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from Asheville and around the South East. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry. ages 18+ […]

$18

Shelley Gruenberg, Attacking the New Year

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to have Shelley Gruenberg from Atlanta! Shelley Gruenberg is an Atlanta Based standup comedian and sex symbol. You will love her whimsical and surreal style! You may have seen her on dish nation, or roast battling […]

$15

Valentine’s Heart Mosaic Stepping Stones Workshop

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

Ready for some color in your yard? This class will introduce you to the ancient art form of mosaics through the creation of your own, unique heart-shaped mosaic stepping stone. In the first session, you will learn the basics of mosaic design, select and cut/break tessere (ceramic tiles, plates and other materials) and adhere them […]

$80

5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen

Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NC

New Beginnings! We are back at Homewood, 19 Zillicoa St. Asheville, NC 28801, 5pm - 6:45pm. Sliding scale $15-25, no one turned away! What steps will you take to have more movement or to have a healthier way of life? For 2026, you have the whole year to work on your inspirations, dreams and visions. […]

$15 – $25

PERFORMANCE AND FILM SCREENING: Suite for Two (1958)

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

Join us at BMCM+AC on Wednesday, January 7th, 2026 for a live performance of Merce Cunningham’s Suite for Two (1958) and a screening of the dance film Beach Birds. ___ About the Performance Suite for Two (1958) is an arrangement of three solos and one duet from the dance Suite for Five (1956). Cunningham made […]

$15

Thomas Wolfe Short Story Discussion: “Fame and the Poet”

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

Join us in person at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial or via Zoom! If you have ever been interested in reading Thomas Wolfe, our annual Short Story Discussions are a fantastic opportunity to get acquainted with his work. Join us as we read a curated selection of Wolfe’s short stories, each paired with an engaging and […]

Art League of Henderson County – Exhibit Opening

Art Place Gallery 730 Locust Street, Hendersonville

Art Place Gallery celebrates a new exhibit of 2D and 3D artwork from member artists. These local artists represent a variety of media such as painting, fiber, jewelry, and sculpture. The exhibits also features work created in the Stuart Glassman Ceramic Studio, the Art League’s burgeoning facility for clay workshops, studio and equipment rentals. The […]

Free

Roll of the Dice Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge

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

Every weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have an extra silly show! Roll of the Dice is a comedy show of chance. Each comedian will roll a 20 sided die and whatever number it lands on is how much stage time they receive! One minute […]

$15

Mara Johnson & the Carolina Tumbleweed Band

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

Mara Johnson and the Carolina Tumbleweed Band deliver a rich blend of blues, soul, and heartfelt storytelling, wrapped in vibrant instrumentation. Mara’s vocals—warm, expressive, and finely honed—draw listeners into every lyric, while David “Tumbleweed” Robbins’ fiery saxophone brings an edge of raw energy and artistry. Together they create performances that are both intimate and electrifying, […]

Free

Sirenum: A Lesbian Folk Opera

35below 35 E. Walnut Street, Asheville

In this new musical from Skysail Theatre, siren melodies mingle with an original electronic score to create a unique soundscape spanning folklore and science fiction. Audience members embark on a journey into uncharted galaxies with a young spacefarer seeking to answer an ancient call. Follow as she encounters a mythical oceanic planet with an ominous […]

$18

Metalsmithing 101: The Basics Intensive Jan 10th and 11th

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

Want to learn to make jewelry? This beginner friendly introductory metalsmithing course teaches the basics skills involved in making your own jewelry. Learn to use a variety of tools and equipment common in a jewelry studio. This Intensive 16 hour 2 day workshop will teach many techniques including sawing, filing, polishing, soldering, bezel setting, textures, […]

$499.00

The Lion King JR

Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

From the company that brought you Frozen JR., Shrek JR., and The Wizard of Oz: Bluegrass Style! comes our most breathtaking production yet—The Lion King JR.! Join us on an unforgettable journey to the PrideLands in this professional-caliber musical event that’s perfect for audiences of all ages. With soaring vocals, eye-popping costumes, and powerful performances, […]

$25 – $30

Exhibition: “Portraits of Dignity: Do You See Me Now?” by Joseph Pearson

YMI Cultural Center 39 S. Market Street, Asheville

Asheville, NC — On January 10, 2026, the historic YMI Cultural Center will open “Portraits of Dignity: Do You See Me Now?,” a compelling new body of figurative work by Asheville-based painter Joseph Pearson. Steeped in empathy, social realism, and decades of artistic discipline, this exhibition invites viewers to reconsider how society sees—or fails to […]

Free

Don’t Tell Comedy, Hendersonville

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

Show 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 for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. This show will have chairs provided. ♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible. 21+ show. About Don't Tell Comedy […]

$27

Story Treasures: Gems of the past and present

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

This evening of tales celebrates the wonder that comes from spinning our experiences into stories and from listening to the old stories that have guided us through time, attuning us to what it means to be human living in a wondrous world. Wonder is the true treasure that keeps us alert and curious, energetic and […]

$20

Sirenum: A Lesbian Folk Opera

35below 35 E. Walnut Street, Asheville

In this new musical from Skysail Theatre, siren melodies mingle with an original electronic score to create a unique soundscape spanning folklore and science fiction. Audience members embark on a journey into uncharted galaxies with a young spacefarer seeking to answer an ancient call. Follow as she encounters a mythical oceanic planet with an ominous […]

$18

The Many Lives of Carl Sandburg

Kanuga 471 Kanuga Chapel Dr., Hendersonville

Kanuga presents "The Many Lives of Carl Sandburg," a play and musical celebration of the late American poet. A pre-show, chef-curated brunch is included, along with coffee and cake after the play. Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026, at Kanuga in Hendersonville, N.C. Registration and more info at kanuga.org/events.

$50

Swing Dance with the Asheville Jazz Orchestra

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

The Asheville Jazz Orchestra was founded in 2006. Dedicated to preserving and advancing the big band jazz tradition, the AJO can be heard throughout western North Carolina performing in formal concert settings, on stage at clubs and grooving hard at swing dances. The AJO’s repertoire ranges from Swing Era dance classics to original charts by […]

Free

The Lion King JR

Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

From the company that brought you Frozen JR., Shrek JR., and The Wizard of Oz: Bluegrass Style! comes our most breathtaking production yet—The Lion King JR.! Join us on an unforgettable journey to the PrideLands in this professional-caliber musical event that’s perfect for audiences of all ages. With soaring vocals, eye-popping costumes, and powerful performances, […]

$25 – $30

RAD Comedy featuring Kevin McCaffrey

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to have Kevin McCaffrey from NYC! Kevin McCaffrey is a comedian who made his network debut on The Late Show with David Letterman, and whose two albums – “Nice & Drunk” and “Not Helping” – both […]

$18

Spirited Improv Series

Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NC

Remember the last time you felt truly alive? If not… it’s time. The next Spirited Improv Series begins January 13, 2026 and you're invited. This is not traditional improvisation. Imagine Spirited Improv as a spiritual practice, where creativity meets consciousness and community. It's part expressive arts and part heart-opening growth. Spirited Improv offers a warm, […]

$140.00

Beginner Adult Ballet Classes | Foundations at Black Mountain Arts

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

Build Strength, Grace & Confidence – Beginner Adult Ballet Foundations Discover the beauty and strength of ballet this winter in Adult Ballet: Foundations—perfect for beginners or anyone looking to explore dance in a welcoming, low-pressure environment. This class focuses on basic posture, port de bras, turnout, alignment, and simple combinations, helping you build a strong […]

$85

Read 2 Succeed Volunteer Tutor Training

Zoom (Virtual) 95 Upper Red Oak Trail, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Read 2 Succeed Volunteer Tutor Training Support local students in learning how to read! This 6-hour training (2 hours across three days) equips new volunteers with the background knowledge, tools, and skills to support aligned reading instruction with local K-5 students in Asheville City Schools and Buncombe County Schools. All trainings take place on Zoom. […]

Mixed Metal Mountain Bracelet

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

Join us at Ignite Jewelry Studios in downtown Asheville for a hands-on brass and silver bracelet workshop. You’ll choose your design, then solder (yep with a torch), sand, polish, and more. By the end, you’ll leave feeling rather accomplished, having created your own piece using traditional metalsmithing tools and techniques—all guided by a skilled instructor. […]

$185.00

Don’t Tell Comedy South Slope Asheville

The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, Asheville

Show Details 📍 Brewery. This show will be at an indoor location. The precise address is emailed to ticket holders at 8:00 AM on the day of the event. You will also be able to pull the show address at that time using your email address on our website. 🍻 Drinks will be available for […]

$27

James Kylen & My Magnificent Nemesis

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

My Magnificent Nemesis is an Asheville-based progressive cinematic pop rock band with a jazzy edge, led by composer/drummer James Kylen alongside Chuck Lichtenberger (keys), Jonathan Pearlman (guitar), Ryan Kijanka(bass), and Alex Travers (violin). Known for their high-powered musicianship and playful stage vibe, their sets showcase the band’s imaginative original music, shifting between driving rock, quirky […]

Free

The Slocan Ramblers

Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

Fri, Jan 16 • 8 pm With raw emotion, tight harmonies, and impeccable musicianship, The Slocan Ramblers will light up the stage and lift your spirits. Their latest album Up the Hill and Through the Fog transforms hardship into hope with a powerful, joyful soundtrack. Say hello to your new favorite band. “This fearless, fleet-fingered […]

The Comedy Zone: Sid Davis

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

Fri & Sat, Jan 16 & 17 • 8 pm Sid Davis impressed A-list comics with his unique style, earning “Best in Fest” honors at the San Luis Obispo Comedy Festival for three years. Discovered by Joan Rivers in 2014, he skyrocketed with ComedyTime TV. Candid about the medical condition that delayed his start, his […]