The Laurel of Asheville

PATIO SHOW: Starseer
2026-07-17 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE
STARSEER
Starseer is a Rock band formed in Asheville, North Carolina. Four friends brought together with the intention of making high energy, powerful and melodic music. With different backgrounds, they blend elements of 70s art rock, modern post-punk and 90s grunge. When you see them live or hear their music you can always expect exhilarating and colorful guitar solos, energetic and punchy bass guitar, and precise yet thunderous drums. Their prowess as a live band really sets them apart from many acts in today’s music scene. Starseer is Ryles Monroe on drums, Skyler Jacobson on Bass, Waylon Redmon on Guitar, and Sean Erickson on Vocals

An Evening of Kirtan with Govind Das & Jacqueline Michelle
2026-07-17 19:00 - 21:00 | AyurPrana Listening Room, 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC, 28806
APLR Presents: An Evening of Kirtan with Govind Das & Jacqueline Michelle
Friday, July 17th, 2026
AyurPrana Listening Room
312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
Govind Das & Jacqueline Michelle
Govind Das and Jacqueline Michelle are the directors/owners of Bhakti Yoga Shala in Santa Monica CA. They are a husband-and-wife team and practitioners/teachers/musicians on the path of BHAKTI YOGA.
Their inspiring yoga classes encourage yoga in the spirit of celebrating life and developing a personal and intimate connection with Source. They dedicate their kirtan and mantra to uplift the hearts of all. They lead evenings of Kirtan, Bhakti Yoga workshops, and transformational retreats around the world. Their latest celebrated Kirtan CD, “LUNAR MANTRAS” has spent weeks at #2 on the Itunes World Music chart.
All ages
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Magic with Kate Shela
2026-07-17 19:00 - 2026-07-19 16:00 | The Horse Shoe Farm, 155 Horse Shoe Farm Drive, Hendersonville, 28791
A 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 daily movement journeys, immersive music, and spacious time for reflection, you’ll be guided to listen beneath the surface—into sensation, intuition, and the deep knowing of the body. This is not about learning choreography or getting it “right,” but about softening into curiosity and allowing movement to reveal what words cannot.
This workshop is open to dance devotees and newcomers.
Each day unfolds with gentle openings, expressive dance, moments of quietude, and integration.
Together, we will tend to what is present—personally and collectively—creating space for insight, release, and unexpected clarity.

Tryon Summer Youth Theater
2026-07-17 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-07-18 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-07-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Tryon Fine Arts Center, 34 Melrose Ave, Tryon, NC, 28782, United States
Disney’s “Newsies, Jr.” musical production

Emerson Woolf & the Wishbones
2026-07-17 20:00 - 23:30 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, 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 music forms itself around Emerson’s songwriting, and the raw lyrics and visual storytelling pull listeners in from all walks of musical appreciation. Her songs are often a collage of autobiographical and completely fantastical elements, creating a unique space that is so relatably human while also seeming otherworldly and cinematic.
The band has been capturing attention in the indie music space since the release of their debut EP Not a Good Woman, and they’ve certainly managed to keep it with their recent release Too Easy to Kill, featuring Thia Kane.
Since taking the leap into full-time music, Emerson Woolf & the Wishbones have released several well-received records, including their debut full-length album “Everything Must Go,” which earned them the 2023 Makin Waves Best New Artist Award. Their catalog features notable songs like “Not a Good Woman,” “Wouldn’t it Be Funny,” and “Like Louisiana Sky,” showcasing their evolving sound and emotional depth. The band’s passionate approach and connection with their audience continue to build their reputation as rising stars in the indie and Americana music scenes.

Pop-up Book Sale - $5/box or bag
2026-07-18 09:00 - 14:00 | Marshall Library, 1335 N Main St, Marshall, 28753
The Friends of Madison County Public Library will hold another large pop-up parking lot book sale on July 18 at the Marshall Library, 1335 N Main Street in Marshall, NC, from 9 to 2. ONLY $5/BOX OR BAG! There will be over a thousand new and gently used donated and past library books, DVDs, games and puzzles! Come check out our great prices! Plenty of parking and taking place rain or shine. Bring your family and friends!

2 DAY POLYMER CLAY WORKSHOP WITH DIANE KUEHN - DAY 1
2026-07-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio, 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, 28712, United States
Come 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 using polymer clay. We’ll start with a color palette pleasing to you and then learn some surface design and embellishment techniques to design your one-of-a-kind pendant. You will also learn how to assemble your pendant and incorporate the mechanisms for doing so.
At the end of the workshop, each participant will have at least one pendant or brooch completed. Time allowed, students can create more than one piece.

ENCOUNTERS WITH CREATIVES – HOLLAND VAN GORES, WOOD & MIXED MEDIA ARTIST
2026-07-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio, 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, 28712, 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, he had access to his father’s workshop and was able to use the tools and supplies. Learning these skills early in life, led him to choose a career in construction where he honed his skills in California before taking on construction work in remote Costa Rica and eventually the United States Virgin Islands. Holland and his family relocated to western North Carolina in 2012 where he built a studio surrounded by the Pisgah National Forest. He is constantly experimenting with forms and textures, often inspired by organic themes. “Making something with my hands allows me to feel a connection to that piece, giving it a purpose.”

FREE PATIO SHOW: Maisy Owen // Lucky Break
2026-07-18 14:00 - 16:00 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, 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 about all her life. First came the viola at the age of 9, then guitar where she embraced fingerpicking while soaking in influences from Nick Drake, Bert Jansch, Mazzy Star and David Olney. Raised in a musical family, her father Gwil Owen is an Academy Award-nominated songwriter. Maisy’s unique sound, musical truth and stirring vocals inhabit Dark On A Sunny Day, her debut album, produced by Robin Eaton and to be released in the Spring of 2026 on Tompkins Square Records. Drawn to melancholic melodies and dark poetic imagery, her first single “My Youth Is All For You” was released as a 7” and hit streaming services in October of 2025.
LUCKY BREAK
Nurtured on 90s alternative indie, lucky break’s music melds the emotional directness of Fiona Apple, the wide-eyed warmth of Bedouine and the Americana-leaning alt rock of Lucinda Williams. Fans of Alvvays, Hole, Phoebe Bridgers and The Breeders will find familiar touchstones here.

What’s Shaking Summer Shindig
2026-07-18 15:00 - 16:30 | The Mule at Devi’s Foot Brewing, 131 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville, 28803
Our next show is coming right up! Come sing and dance with us at The Mule (in the air conditioning) on Saturday, July 18. 3-4:30 p.m.
Live music, dance party, drum jam, singalongs, poems, and more! Madrona Food Truck and delicious cool beverages from Devil’s Foot.
Mountain grooves for Pre-K and cool kids of all ages. Fun for everyone! Free for everyone!

Wavy Charcuterie Board Class
2026-07-18 17:00 - 19:00 | AVL Clay, 4 Mulvaney St, Asheville, 28803
Join 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, fruits, desserts, or as a decorative statement piece in your home.
Bonus: while you create you can enjoy the studio’s offering of quality wine and nibbles to inspire you.
In this class, you’ll use slab-building techniques to form a beautifully organic-shaped serving board with soft curves and flowing edges. We’ll guide you through shaping, smoothing, and refining your piece, as well as adding optional details like handle cutouts, little dip bowls, and texture to make it uniquely yours.
This workshop is beginner-friendly, relaxed, and a great way to experiment with form and surface design.

Vérité Uncorked: Finger Lakes & Shenandoah Valley
2026-07-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Ivory Road, 1854 Brevard Road, Arden, 28704
Join us for a night to celebrate the launch of Vérité Travel Company — a boutique wine and gastronomy travel company specializing in curated, authentic small group trips to domestic wine regions.
The evening will celebrate the food and wine of two upcoming trip regions, while answering any questions about trip details. We will be serving heavy appetizers with wine from both the Finger Lakes and Monticello Wine Trail of Virginia.
Tickets are $65 per person, and include a $50 travel credit for any trip booked with Vérité within one year.

Gluten-Free Comedy: Pineapple Jalapeno Edition
2026-07-18 20:00 - 21:30 | Ginger’s Revenge, 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
Modelface 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 a cold pint of ginger beer while you laugh it up with Modelface Comedy
ages 18+
doors at 7:30, show at 8pm
Tickets $18 GA, $23 premium seating

Don't Tell Comedy, Hendersonville
2026-07-18 20:00 - 22:00 | 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
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 sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on show day right here.
Secret Comedians.
No spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up!
You might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians.
Unique Live Experience.
Honestly, we’re over the whole debt-inducing two-drink minimum thing. We’re dedicated to providing you with a unique and fun live comedy experience—one which doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage. We thrive on good vibes and welcome you to be a part of the DTC community.
Doors at 7:30pm, show at 8pm

Buck Meek
2026-07-18 20:00 - 22:00 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
STANDING 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 record and second album released by 4AD, there’s a tender power, countered by immutable vulnerability. With an uncanny curiosity, Meek conjures twin worlds to reveal the uniqueness in the mundane. Inviting in reflection as collaborator and demon as friend, The Mirror doesn’t seek to know but to ask, looking to the shape of a question rather than the illusion of its answer.
Meek grew up in Wimberley, Texas, teenage protege to an old guard of mystic Texas songwriters and musicians. He later moved to New York where he met Adrianne Lenker. The two lived in a van while singing their songs across the country before forming Big Thief.
The partnership of Meek and producer, James Krivchenia, emerged from a decade of work together in Big Thief. Conceptually, The Mirror emerged from the idea to combine Meek’s band’s live, kinetic energy with an oblique electronic world. The pair invited a collective atmosphere in which simultaneous experiment could occurr––the musicians responded to each other in real time, while their instruments triggered modular synthesizers and electronic magic boxes. The Mirror welcomed in friends, family, longtime collaborators from ranging musical eras of life as vital co-creators. New creative partners and longtime friends like composer and ambient musician Alex Somers joined in on synthesizer, toy microphone, and piano, and Mary Lattimore brought in the sounds of her prismatic harp.
Lexical mirrors are handheld, tactile, and kept close throughout the record––each one holding up a new truth. The Mirror aptly embraces the unknown with an abiding curiosity and Meek continues to reveal his skill as translator of human feeling and its endless portals. The Mirror looks for duality, finding it in the weeds and overgrowth.
“My demon is my darkness and my darkness is my angel /
I taught him how to read, now I’m teaching him to write.”

Take the Edge Off, Late Night Comedy
2026-07-18 22:00 - 23:30 | Eda Rhyne, 101 Fairview Rd, Asheville, 28803
Modelface 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 comedy show featuring some of the silliest comics in the South!! Combining dark humor with hauntingly delicious Appalachian cocktails.
This show is ages 21+
Doors at 9:30pm, show at 10pm
Tickets $18

In Love with Lavender: The Art of Flower Pounding & Salt Cave
2026-07-19 09:00 - 12:00 | Asheville Salt Cave, 16 North Liberty St, Asheville, 28801
Learn 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. Our morning will finish with an herbal tea sampling and an opportunity to walk the newly constructed labyrinth in the garden. Please arrive a few min before 9 AM for the Flower Pounding workshop. Your private cave session will begin at 11 AM.

2 DAY POLYMER CLAY WORKSHOP WITH DIANE KUEHN - DAY 2
2026-07-19 10:00 - 16:00 | Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio, 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, 28712, United States

COUNTRY BRUNCH w/ Ed Jurdi
2026-07-19 11:00 - 14:00 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
The Grey Eagle and Leona Wild Collective Present
COUNTRY BRUNCH with Ed Jurdi
Sunday, July 19
11am-2pm
All Ages
This is a FREE event!

Sunday Sounds | Lo Wolf
2026-07-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Asheville Art Museum, 2 S Pack Square, Asheville, 28801
Join us for an afternoon of music and art in the Museum. With a soundscape of harp music, we invite you to experience artwork in the galleries in a more emotional and sensory way.
Captivated at an early age by this incredible instrument, Lo has a unique and improvisational style honed by years of study in the classical and Celtic modes. She brings her singer-songwriter sensibilities to bear and draws on the world around her to create soothing and memorable soundscapes that reflect the beauty she sees. Performances will take place July 5, 19, and August 2.

The Other Mozart
2026-07-19 14:00 - 17:00 | Valborg Theatre, 480 Howard St, Boone, NC, 28607, United States
The 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, who performed throughout Europe with her brother to equal acclaim, but her work and her story faded away, lost to history.
Set in a stunning 18-foot dress, this production by playwright Sylvia Milo ushers you into a world of opulence and delight – obscured by restriction and prejudice. The music score brings Nannerl’s musical imagination to life using clavichords, music boxes, teacups, and fluttering fans. Inspired by the Mozart family’s hilarious and heartbreaking letters, this other Mozart at last tells her story.

Soccer Game Watch Party (Spain v. Argentina)
2026-07-19 15:00 - 17:00 | The White Horse Black Mountain, 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, 28711, United States
Looking for the ultimate place to watch the Final? We’ve got you covered.
Escape the heat and join us for a premium Soccer Watch Party. Enjoy the game on two giant theater-style projection screens in a perfectly tuned, low-light room with incredible sound.
Relax on our ultra-comfortable couches and stay chilled with the best air conditioning in town.

Heritage Fire Asheville: 2026 Tour Stop
2026-07-19 15:30 - 19:00 | Pisgah Brewing Company, 150 Eastside Drive , Black Mountain, NC, 28711, United States
Heritage Fire comes to Asheville as part of the 2026 Heritage Fire x Whiskies of the World Global Tour, a 13-city culinary festival series spanning the United States and Europe. The all-inclusive, walk-around tasting event brings together top regional chefs, pitmasters, ranchers, farmers and culinary artisans for an afternoon celebrating live-fire cooking and responsibly sourced ingredients.
Heritage Fire weekend begins with the Heritage Fire Asheville: 2026 Dinner Series on Friday, July 17, from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at La Bodega by Cúrate, where Chefs Angel Palacios and Brett Suess will present an intimate, one-night-only multi-course dinner inspired by Asheville’s seasonal ingredients and paired with wine. Dinner tickets are $200 with limited seating.
On July 19, guests will enjoy chef-crafted bites prepared over open flame, unlimited tastings of whiskey, bourbon, wine, beer and craft cocktails, live-fire cooking demonstrations and live entertainment. Attendees can also vote for their favorite dish of the day, with the winning chef earning the title of Heritage Hero and the opportunity to advance to the Heritage Hero Grand Finale Presented by Visit Greenville, S.C.
Participating chefs include:
Melinda Vetro, Old Europe Pastries
Jason Sweeney, Asheville Proper
Christopher Holden, Claywood
Geoffrey Howlett, Biltmore Estate
Michael Lewis, Ukiah Japanese Smokehouse
Michael Reppert, The Blackbird Restaurant
Tyler Slade, Bargello
Rakim S. Gaines, Capella on 9
Austin Tisdale, Wildwood Still
Brett Suess, Stupid Events
Scott Linquist, Xico Asheville
Sujitra “May” Chubthaisong, Thai Pearl Restaurants
Brooke Adams, Finest Deli

My Magnificent Nemesis
2026-07-19 17:30 - 19:30 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
The Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present
PATIO SHOW: MY MAGNIFICENT NEMESIS
Sunday, July 19
4:30pm Doors // 5:30pm Show
All Ages
LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE
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 and silly moments, sweet melodic sections, and sweeping cinematic feels—so you never quite know what’s coming next, but it’s always exciting and engaging.
Cleverly placed covers keep audiences invested and guessing, reimagining everything from Led Zeppelin and The Beatles, to Coltrane and Chick Corea, to modern pop favorites like Katy Perry and more.

Monster Comedy Jam
2026-07-19 19:00 - 21:00 | The River Arts District Brewing Company, 13 Mystery Street, Asheville, 28801
SUNDAY!
SUNDAY!
SUNDAY!!!
Modelface Comedy brings you the Monster Comedy Jam in the RAD Comedy Basement!
Your favorite Asheville comics are revving their engines and ready to crush! This month we have an extra special secret guest!
Hosted by Jason Reel
ages 18+
doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
Tickets $15

Midnight North
2026-07-19 20:00 - 22:00 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States

CAMP: Royal knights and fairy lights - July 20-24
2026-07-20 - 2026-07-24 | Asheville Junior Theater, 174 Bradley Branch Rd, Arden, 28704
✨ THE ROYAL KINGDOM! Summer Camp – Full Day or Half Day (ages 4–7) ✨
Let it go — and step into a world filled with brave heroes, daring adventurers, magical kingdoms, and powerful royals! ❄️👑🦁
This exciting week brings together your child’s favorite characters from Frozen and beyond — including queens, princes, wizards, beasts, snowmen, mermaids, pirates, and more.
Campers will:
Learn songs and scenes inspired by royal adventures inspired by movies and Broadway hits such as Frozen, Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, Peter Pan and The Little Mermaid
Play imagination-filled creative games
Learn basic choreography and movement for storytelling
Do royal crafts as a souvenir, props or part of the showcase
Share their characters and scenes during Friday’s Showcase!
Full-day campers will have lunch, extra crafts and often a movie in the afternoon after the half-day kids leave
🗓 Camp Dates: July 20-24
🕘 Camp Hours:
Full Day: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
OR
Half Day: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🎬 Showcase: Friday at 11:30am for both full and half-day camps — don’t miss it!
💲 Price:
Full Day: $340 (rises to $360 on March 1)
Half Day: $195 (rises to $215 on March 1)
This camp is inspired by Broadway musicals and is not affiliated with or endorsed by its creators or rights holders.

CAMP: Triple Threat: Advanced Performance Intensive - July 20-24
2026-07-20 - 2026-07-24 | Asheville Junior Theater, 174 Bradley Branch Rd, Arden, 28704
✨ Elements of the Stage Master Class – Advanced Performance Intensive for Serious Performers (ages 12-18) ✨
✨This is deep-dive performance intensive is designed for serious young actors ready to push beyond the basics and explore the full spectrum of stagecraft. Campers will train with industry professionals in combat, improv, choreography, and vocal technique while honing their character development and scene work for richer, more nuanced performances.
Campers will:
Learn stage combat skills and then write a scene where conflict occurs and is resolved with stage combat
Learn elements of improv to think fast, stay present, and make bold choices—skills that instantly strengthen scripted scene work.
Learn 32 bars of choreography from various dance styles to build versatility, coordination, and confidence
Learn stylized vocal techniques for a wide range of genre mastery. Examples include opera, A Capella, jazz, cabaret and more
Dive into character development and scene study to teach performers how to analyze a script, uncover character motivations, and make intentional acting choices that bring stories to life.
Industry professionals will lead each area of focus on a given evening.
🗓 Dates: July 20-24
🕘 Hours: 3:30-8:30pm
🎬 No end-of-the-week Showcase because the focus here is on learning and the process, not the end result
💲 Price: $325; increases to $345 on April 1
This Master class performance intensive is for focused and dedicated performers looking to broaden their acting, singing and dancing skills and gain vital tools for more advanced and nuanced performances.
