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].
Roll of the Dice Comedy Show of Chance
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery 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 and nationally touring comedians and Catawba Brewing's award winning craft beer is the recipe for a perfect night! Especially when you add in some ice […]
Destination Moon, a play by Joseph Reed Hayes
Asheville Community Theatre 35 East Walnut Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesTwo 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 the end of the hall, she is on her way to recovery, having spent years in and out of hospitals combating serious illness since she […]
Pickle Palooza
Reuter Family YMCA 3 Town Square Blvd, AshevilleThe Reuter Family YMCA is hosting our one day Pickleball Tournament on August 3, 2024 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. This will be a double elimination tournament. You are guaranteed to play at least two games! Find a partner or we can assign you one.
LatchAVL | Support to breastfeeding mothers in Asheville during World Breastfeeding Week
Rabbit Rabbit 75 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NCDate: Saturday, August 3rd Time: 9am-1pm ET Location: Rabbit Rabbit (75 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC 28801) In honor World Breastfeeding Week the Buncombe County Breastfeeding Coalition and sponsored by Asheville healthcare company Aeroflow Breastpumps will provide support/resources to breastfeeding mothers in Asheville. LatchAVL, is free for expectant parents, families with young children, and community members […]
Much Ado About Nothing
Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre 92 Gay Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesIt's a whirlwind of wit, romance and mischief when sharp-tongued Beatrice reunites with charming Benedick in Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing"! Bring your chairs, pack a picnic and enjoy a little delightful chaos as the Moppets present this classic romantic comedy at Hazel Robinson Amphitheater. 5pm Friday, August 2 5pm Saturday, August 3 5pm Sunday, […]
AVL Fest presents Modelface Comedy Showcase
Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have two very special local comedy showcases with AVL Fest at Citizen Vinyl!! Friday and Saturday 5:30-8pm Each show is different Featured performers include Clay Jones Erin Terry Jess Cooley Julia Macias Larry Griffin Ryan Brown Sarah Love and many […]
Orison Books’ 2024 Fundraiser Featuring Jacinda Townsend
NC Stage Company 15 Stage Ln, AshevilleOrison Books, a non-profit literary press based in Asheville, will be holding a fundraising event featuring award-winning novelist Jacinda Townsend at NC Stage Company on Saturday, August 3rd. Poets Bruce Beasley and Christian Detisch, as well as singer-songwriter Thomas Kozak, will also perform. Jacinda Townsend is the author of three novels: Trigger Warning (forthcoming 2025); […]
Eyes Up Here Comedy (North Carolina Edition) at Ginger’s Revenge
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! 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. This month we have a special North Carolina Edition with comedians coming from across the state!! Hosted […]
Flimflams and Shenanigans at New Origin
New Origin Brewing 131 Thompson St., Asheville, NCModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have another killer lineup of Flimflams and Shenanigans New Origin Brewing. Hosted by local favorite Derek Boskovich, Flimflams Comedy takes place once a month at New Origin and no two shows are the same! The show is free but donations […]
Destination Moon, a play by Joseph Reed Hayes
Asheville Community Theatre 35 East Walnut Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesTwo 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 the end of the hall, she is on her way to recovery, having spent years in and out of hospitals combating serious illness since she […]
Legally Blonde The Musical
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesAmerica’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, Legally Blonde follows Elle’s transformation from the UCLA sorority house to the Harvard halls of justice as she tackles stereotypes and scandal to pursue her […]
Much Ado About Nothing
Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre 92 Gay Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesIt's a whirlwind of wit, romance and mischief when sharp-tongued Beatrice reunites with charming Benedick in Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing"! Bring your chairs, pack a picnic and enjoy a little delightful chaos as the Moppets present this classic romantic comedy at Hazel Robinson Amphitheater. 5pm Friday, August 2 5pm Saturday, August 3 5pm Sunday, […]
Comedy at Catawba: Alex Falcone
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country, and this week we have Alex Falcone from Los Angeles! Hi, friend! I’m Alex, the only comedian and writer living in Los Angeles (*citation needed). I started comedy in Portland, OR where I lived for many years, eventually winning Portland’s Funniest […]
Legally Blonde The Musical
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesAmerica’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, Legally Blonde follows Elle’s transformation from the UCLA sorority house to the Harvard halls of justice as she tackles stereotypes and scandal to pursue her […]
XP League Asheville – Esports Summer Camp!
XP LEAGUE ASHEVILLE 15 LOOP ROAD, SUITE 2B, ARDENXP 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 to play, but they will learn about teamwork, communications, sportsmanship, esports health, nutrition, esports psychology, stretching and exercise, mindset and motivation, boosting focus, and so […]
AARP Event: Brain Health
Reuter Family YMCA 3 Town Square Blvd, AshevilleIt's never too late to take charge of your brain health! Join us at the Reuter Family YMCA to learn about the six pillars of a brain-healthy lifestyle, and how to share your brain-boosting activities and be inspired by others. You will be provided with actionable steps that you can take, along with resources to […]
Standup Comedy Night featuring Cody Hughes
The Bier Garden 46 Haywood Street, Asheville, NCJoin us for a night of hilarious stand-up comedy at we The Bier Garden - guaranteed laughs and good times! Welcome to Standup Comedy at The Bier Garden ! Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt at this hilarious event happening in person at The Bier Garden . Te largest selection of beers on […]
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NCWake Up! Wake up to sights and sounds that excite you! Wake up to knowing you are alive and well! Wake up to your body knowing that you have choices, openness, freedom to express and feel however you wish! We move to the maps created by Gabrielle Roth! Homewood, 19 Zillicoa St. Asheville, NC, 5:00-6:45pm, […]
Sip & Shop at The Omni Grove Park Inn!
The Omni Grove Park Inn 290 Macon Ave., Asheville, NC, United StatesShop chic styles and stylish deals at The Omni Grove Park Inn, August 8-11! Explore a wide selection of men's and women's multi-season apparel at up to 75% off from the Cloth Boutique and Golf Pro Shop. Enjoy complimentary sparkling wine as you shop brands like Marie Oliver, Trina Turk, Mavi and more. Happening August […]
Puppet Paradise – The Puppeteers of America Southeast Regional Festival
Warren Wilson College 701 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa, NC, United States✨ Come experience the ultimate puppetry retreat! Nestled in the beautiful blue ridge mountains of Western North Carolina, it is Puppet Paradise, the Southeast Regional Puppeteers of America Festival! Featuring an all-star line up of some of the best puppeteers working today, workshops, potpourri, puppet slam, and more! ALL are welcome to attend and be […]
Local Cloth Twelve-by-Twelve Textile Show Closing Reception + Silent Auction
Local Cloth 408 Depot Street, AshevilleThe Local Cloth Twelve-by-Twelve Textile Show is an annual exhibit featuring fiber art crafted by Local Cloth member artists that can fit in a 12 inch by 12 inch square space. This year's Textile Show features 45 artists covering the spectrum of fiber art type and technique. As part of the Closing Reception, there will […]
Michelle Malone with Mike Kinnebrew | The Grey Eagle
The Grey Eagle 185 Clingman Ave, AshevilleDon't miss Rock Goddess Michelle Malone with special guest Mike Kinnebrew August 8 at The Grey Eagle! Michelle Malone's musical roots run deep and wide like the mighty Mississippi river, twisting and turning through southern rock, folk and country blues territories. Her powerful live show will take you on a journey from dirty back roads […]
Modelface Comedy presents: Kevin McCaffrey at LaZoom
LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Kevin McCaffrey from NYC! Kevin McCaffrey made his network TV debut on The Late Show with David Letterman in 2013, and was a regular for 7 years on truTV Presents: World’s Dumbest, doing 200 episodes that will rerun until […]
Much Ado About Nothing (ASL-interpreted)
Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre 92 Gay Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesIt's a whirlwind of wit, romance and mischief when sharp-tongued Beatrice reunites with charming Benedick in Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing"! Bring your chairs, pack a picnic and enjoy a little delightful chaos as the Moppets present this classic romantic comedy at Hazel Robinson Amphitheater. 5pm Friday, August 2 5pm Saturday, August 3 5pm Sunday, […]
Pasta Making Class at The Farm
The Farm - A Gathering Place 215 Justice Ridge Road, Asheville, NC, United StatesMake pasta from scratch – ravioli, long noodles, and gnocchi with traditional sauces and accompaniments. Each class includes: 3 hours of instruction, a full meal and drinks! Regardless of your skill level, we are confident you will leave with new tips and tricks to use in your home kitchen. Classes are limited to just 12 […]
Carnatic Music: Kamalakiran Vinjamuri, Krupa Sekhar, and Athrey Nadhan
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaPerformance: Kamalakiran Vinjamuri (violin), Krupa Sekhar (violin), and Athrey Nadhan (mridangam) Friday, August 9, 2024 at 7pm Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center {120 College Street} TICKETS – $15 General Admission / $10 BMCM+AC members + Students w/ID Join us for an evening of Carnatic music with the renowned virtuoso Kamalakiran Vinjamuri. A distinguished […]
Don’t Tell Comedy, South Slope Asheville
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleSecret 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 […]
Secret Monkey Weekend + The Trick Threat
Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesAll-ages show! Secret Monkey Weekend + The Trick Threat take the Citizen Vinyl stage on Friday, August 9, 6 p.m. doors and 7 p.m. show. $12 advance / $15 at the door. SECRET MONKEY WEEKEND: Fresh from an Emmy win for their role in the PBS NC feature on the family and band, Secret Monkey […]
Don’t Tell Comedy, South Slope Asheville
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleSecret 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 […]
Sourwood Festival
Downtown Black Mountain NC, United StatesDowntown Black Mountain’s Sourwood Festival is a vibrant celebration of our bees and locally-produced sourwood honey, proudly presented by the local Chamber of Commerce. Wander through several streets adorned with 200 vendors, indulge in festival delicacies, and enjoy a diverse range of live music. As the festival unfolds on side streets, our Main Street stays […]
Blue Ridge Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival
Shelton House - WNC History, Heritage and Crafts 49 Shelton Street, Waynesville, NC, United StatesStep into the past at this free-to-enter cultural heritage festival. Featuring artists and artisans from near and far, food vendors, and traditional Appalachian music on the porch of the historic 1875 home. Bring your blankets, chairs, an appetite for fun and settle on the front lawn for two days of fun and entertainment! Enjoy the […]
YMCA of WNC Leaders Club Lock-In
Reuter Family YMCA 3 Town Square Blvd, AshevilleGet introduced to our Leaders Club program with a lock-in on Aug. 10-11! Parents can join for an informational session from 4-5 p.m. and then Teens Only Time begins! Bring a sleeping bag, pillows, swim attire, water bottle, toiletries, and change of clothes.
Much Ado About Nothing
Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre 92 Gay Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesIt's a whirlwind of wit, romance and mischief when sharp-tongued Beatrice reunites with charming Benedick in Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing"! Bring your chairs, pack a picnic and enjoy a little delightful chaos as the Moppets present this classic romantic comedy at Hazel Robinson Amphitheater. 5pm Friday, August 2 5pm Saturday, August 3 5pm Sunday, […]
Modelface Comedy presents Dustin Nickerson at Eulogy AVL
Eulogy 10 Buxton Ave, AshevilleModelface Comedy Presents: **Dustin Nickerson** Saturday, August 10th, 2024 Eulogy - 10 Buxton Ave. Asheville, NC 28801 Doors 7PM || Show 8PM **Dustin Nickerson** A Seattle native now suffering in Southern California, Dustin Nickerson is an in demand comic on the rise. In 2020, he released his debut comedy special Overwhelmed which is currently one […]
Xtreme Comedy Showcase at DSSOLVR
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleModelface Comedy presents Xtreme Comedy Showcase on the DSSOLVR patio DSSOLVR Brewing is releasing a new XPA (Extra Pale Ale) and we are celebrating with an Xtreme comedy show on the patio. A group of the most XTREME local and regional comics will be telling jokes and drinking beers on stage! ages 21+ Doors at […]
