The Laurel of Asheville‘s Community Events Calendar

If you would like to submit an event to appear in our online Community Events Calendar, please visit our submission page.

 

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 amy@thelaurelofasheville.com.

Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass on Tour

Parker Concert Hall 349 Andante Ln, Brevard

The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass is America's premier large brass ensemble. A group that always reflects the diverse makeup of men and women in the American culture, RMPBB is […]

$35

Fayetteville Dogwood Festival

The annual Dogwood festival is back in historic downtown Fayetteville for another year of family-friendly activities! Plan for a weekend full of live music, great food, and spring weather. For […]

Jelly’s Last Jam

Have you ever been to the Jungle Inn Nightclub? Well get ready for a studded evening of vocals and music as the Chimney Man comes to ferry Jelly’s soul away […]

Barcelona Flamenco Ballet

Parker Concert Hall 349 Andante Ln, Brevard

Welcome to the world of suspense, intrigue, love, loyalty, and tragedy in this new masterpiece from Barcelona Flamenco Ballet. Welcome to LUXURÎA! Under the direction of choreographer David Gutiérrez, ‘Luxurîa’ […]

$35

The Comedy Zone – May

Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801

The nation’s largest comedy club network, this collective brings top-notch comedians to the stage for an all-new, multi-event series of unrivaled hilarity. Contains adult content. Friday & Saturday, May 5 […]

$28

Great American Road Trip – Hendersonville Symphony

Blue Ridge Community College Concert Hall 180 W. Campus Dr, Hendersonville

Join the HSO as we take you on a road trip through the United States. The excursion will start and end in New York with music from Bernstein’s West Side […]

$12 – $45

Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10K

Jump Off Rock 4433 Laurel Park Hwy, Laurel Park

An endurance running event like none other, the 3rd Annual Jump Off Rock Half Marathon presented by Hunter Subaru and Pardee UNC Health Care, is one of the fastest half […]

Plant Mama’s 10% Off Plant Sale

Art Garden Avl 191 Lyman St, Asheville, NC

Join us for a 10% off plant sale, just in time for Mother's day! All plants in Art Garden and the Canopy Gallery will be marked 10% off.

Free

American Patchwork Quartet

Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801

These Grammy-recognized artists merge their diverse backgrounds and talents to reimagine timeless songs from America’s past. By weaving the music, stories and experiences of many cultures into a beautiful musical […]

$48

National Trails Day

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main St, NC

Hit the trails and celebrate this national holiday, not to mention NC State Park’s Year of the Trail. Join us for guided hikes throughout the day and meet with a […]

Included with Park admission

National Get Outdoors Day

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main St, NC

This national holiday celebrates our favorite thing to do… get outdoors! Look for our discovery stations as you hike and learn some cool trail information and history from our naturalists. […]

Included with Park admission

RAD Half Marathon & 10k

Pack Square Park 121 College St, Asheville, NC

The 2nd Annual RAD Half Marathon & 10k are fast, incredibly scenic races that start in the heart of Downtown Asheville, North Carolina. Both races whiz downhill to the River […]

AMOS’ Summer of Science Camp

asheville museum of science 43 Patton Avenue, Asheville, NC

At AMOS summer camps, there’s something for every imagination! So please have your child join us in fun with hands-on learning that will keep them entertained and engaged this summer. […]

$300

Hendersonville Triathlon

Patton Pool 114 E Clairmont Dr, Hendersonville, NC 28792, Hendersonville

The 4th Annual Hendersonville Triathlon will take place at Patton Park in Hendersonville, NC! Patton Pool is operated by the YMCA of WNC in Hendersonville and Patton Park is operated […]

Annual Firefly Gathering 2023

Deerfields 101 Watagnee Trail, Horse Shoe

Near the summer solstice each year, over 1,000 people convene from around the world for The Firefly Gathering. Here, folks come together to connect and share skills with the common […]

Asheville Triathlon

Asheville Recreational Park 65 Gashes Creek Road, Asheville, NC

The Asheville Triathlon course is a super event for every level of triathlete, from novice to elites. Novice + Beginner triathletes love this race! The pool swim is great for […]

Carolina Mountain Club’s 100th Birthday Celebration

The North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville

We are throwing a party! Carolina Mountain Club is turning 100 on July 16, 2023. Join us for a fun day for the whole family, including Hikes, Music, Ice cream […]

Summer Grower Sale 10% Off

Art Garden Avl 191 Lyman St, Asheville, NC

Join us for a 10% sale off all plants in both Art Garden and the Canopy Gallery.

Free

15th Annual Flock to the Rock

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main St, NC

Break out the binoculars and get ready for our annual feathered frenzy. This event was designed so birders of all skill sets can enjoy one of the country’s fastest growing […]

Included with Park admission

Black Bear Half Marathon & 8k

Jackson Park Glover Street, Jackson Park, Hendersonville, NC

Western North Carolina’s most popular, scenic, fall half marathon & 8k, mostly flat, lots of fun, and spectator-friendly! The 4th Annual Black Bear Half Marathon & 8k presented by Hunter […]

26th Annual Santa on the Chimney

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main St, NC

Santa has a big job climbing down all the chimneys in the world on Christmas Eve. What better place to practice for the big night than on one of the […]

Included with Park admission

26th Annual Santa on the Chimney

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main St, NC

Santa has a big job climbing down all the chimneys in the world on Christmas Eve. What better place to practice for the big night than on one of the […]

Included with Park admission

Biggest Sale of The Year 20% Off All Plants

Art Garden Avl 191 Lyman St, Asheville, NC

Join us for the biggest plant sale of the year! All plants in Art Garden and the Canopy Gallery will be 20% Off.

Free