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].

Paddling Film Festival World Tour Screening in Asheville, NC benefiting the French Broad Riverkeeper and MountainTrue

New Belgium Brewing Company 21 Craven St., Asheville, NC, United States

MountainTrue is excited to bring a showing of the Paddling Film Festival World Tour to Asheville, North Carolina on August 22, 2024! Organized by Paddling Magazine and Rapid Media, sponsored by Headwaters Outfitters, and hosted by New Belgium Brewing, this event is a fundraiser for MountainTrue’s French Broad Riverkeeper program, including Swim Guide and the […]

$15 – $20

Into the Woods JR, Live on stage

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

ASHEVILLE JUNIOR THEATER PRESENTS Into the Woods JR. Thursday – Saturday, August 22-24, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. and Sunday, August 25, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. A new take on Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s groundbreaking musical fairytale about wishes and the choices we make. Be […]

$20

Buffoonery, a super silly comedy show at LaZoom

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

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have an extra silly comedy showcase! Aaron Naylor is one of the silliest boys around and he will be hosting a night of pure buffoonery at the LaZoom Room!! Aaron will be joined with a group of silly-billy local and […]

$15

Screening and Discussion of “Genius”

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

Based on A. Scott Berg's biography "Editor of Genius," the film "Genius" focuses on famed literary editor Maxwell Perkins (Colin Firth) and his friendship and working relationship with Thomas Wolfe (Jude Law). Join us here at the Memorial for a screening of "Genius" and a short discussion on the real people behind the actors, and […]

Free

Juniper Bends Summer Reading

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

Join us for the summer installation of the Juniper Bends quarterly reading series. Held at Story Parlor on Friday, August 23, 7 p.m. doors / 7:30pm show. $15 in advance / $18 day of event. Students can attend for free with proof of current student ID, but MUST RSVP at the ticketing link. The theme […]

$15 – $18

Comedy at Catawba Gus Tate

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 we have Gus Tate from NYC! Originally from Lexington, KY, Gus Tate started performing stand-up in China, slinging jokes to international crowds of expats and locals in Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong before settling in the world comedy capital […]

$18

Hot and Horny Comedy at Catawba

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Modelface Comedy presents Hot & Horny Comedy Showcase Celebrate the hottest/ funniest time of the year with some of the horniest comics around! And what is sexier than a sense of humor? Jokes and stories about dating, love, lust and everything else. ages 21+ doors at 8:45pm, show at 9:15pm Tickets $15

$15

Creative Writing Workshop

Re.Imagine Gallery 15 Spivey Lake Dr., Fairview

Do you have a story you want to write, but aren't sure how to start? Then this workshop is for you! By using interactive questions and answers, along with a series of short exercises, you will learn how to get your story from thought to paper. This workshop takes place on two consecutive Saturdays in […]

$125

Mastering Manifestation Through Meditation & Mindfulness

Happy Body 1378 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, United States

Join Michele Schalin, a Mental Fitness Coach and Author of "Mindful Metamorphosis: A Compassionate Guide to Inner Transformation, for Mastering Manifestation Through Meditation & Mindfulness. Unleash your full potential at this empowering workshop on manifesting with meditation and mindfulness. You’ll learn how to elevate your life by raising your vibrational frequency through meditation and visualization. […]

$35

Watercolor 101: Painting the Blue Ridge Mountains!

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

In this workshop, you will learn all the foundational skills necessary to enjoy painting with watercolors. All while painting your very own gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountain scene! We’ll cover: How to choose and prepare materials based on the type of painting you want to make Basic composition and color selection Foundational watercolor techniques (like wet […]

$100.00

Kelly McFarling Band + Scott Hirsch (Hiss Golden Messenger) at Rare Bird Farm

Rare Bird Farm 91 Duckett Top Tower Rd, Hot Springs

Kelly McFarling Band + Scott Hirsch (Hiss Golden Messenger) at Rare Bird Farm Saturday, August 24th 6PM This concert follows a 2pm concert with Jane Kramer and Hearts Gone South. * CAMPING AVAILABLE 91 DUCKETT TOP TOWER RD HOT SPRINGS, NC, 28743

$20

Don’t Tell Comedy, South Slope Asheville

The Funkatorium 147 Coxe 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 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 […]

$25

Life Like Water & Høly River

hawk & hawthorne 133 N Fork Rd, Barnardsville

Life Like Water, featuring Matt Smith on pedal steel, dobro and electric guitar is set to perform at Hawk & Hawthorne on Saturday, August 24. Richmond, Virginia’s Høly River will also perform. Life Like Water is the creation of multi-instrumentalist and singer/songwriter, David Matters. It was initially started as a way for him to process […]

$35 – $55

Latinx Brunch with M A R & The Marmeladies

Burial Beer Co. 40 Collier Ave, ASHEVILLE

Last Latinx Brunch of the Summer on Sunday AUGUST 25 at 1pm at Burial Beer. Latin music, dancing, and good times! Join us for some Indie-huayno, cumbia, Latin folk, boleros y mucho más! M A R and the Marmeladies is a spirited 4-piece band rooted in the rich tapestry of Latin American Folk and ventures […]

Free

Monster Comedy Jam!!!

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

SUNDAY! SUNDAY! SUNDAY!!! Modelface Comedy brings you the Monster Comedy Jam! Your favorite Asheville comics are revving their engines and ready to crush featuring Derek Boskovich, Ryan Gordon, Christian Lee, Clay Jones and more!! ages 18+ doors at 6pm, show at 6:30pm Tickets $12 advance, $15 day of

$15

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, and femme folks to take the stage and tell jokes -- up to 5 minutes. This is a queer and trans-inclusive mic. We don’t punch […]

Free

Italian Night at The Farm – August 29th

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

Italian Night w/ Asheville's local GRAMMY winning musicians! We’re delighted to join Mike Guggino and Barrett Smith (members of the famed Steep Canyon Rangers) in a celebration of all things Italian. These talented musicians will share their deep love of traditional Italian folk music. We’ll add our own talents for good food and joyous gatherings. […]

$75

Modelface Comedy presents: ‘laugh’ at LaZoom

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

Modelface Comedy brings you the most brat comedians from all over the country! Bart Summer is almost over and we are celebrating with a hot, sweaty, and chaotic comedy showcase at The LaZoom Room featuring Taylor Rodgers, Sarah Love and more! ages 18+ Doors at 8, show at 8:30pm Tickets $15

$15

Labor Day Weekend at The Omni Grove Park Inn!

The Omni Grove Park Inn 290 Macon Ave., Asheville, NC, United States

Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment this Labor Day Weekend at The Omni Grove Park Inn. Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, our historic inn provides a perfect blend of relaxation, entertainment, and adventure to make your long weekend truly unforgettable. Join us for a series of special events and […]

PERFORMANCE: Ken Vandermark + PNL

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

Performance: Ken Vandermark and PNL Friday, August 30 at 7pm Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center {120 College Street} TICKETS – $15 General Admission / $10 BMCM+AC members + Students w/ID BMCM+AC presents the duo Ken Vandermark (reeds) and PNL (drums) for a high-energy evening concert. The high impact duo of PNL (drums) and […]

$10 – $15

Crisp Comedy Live in Leicester featuring Jay Badlani

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 Leicesters own Clay Jones! Modelface Comedy brings you a fresh batch of comics each month so no two shows are the same! This month we are featuring Jay Badlani from Atlanta! Jay Badlani is a comic and writer based […]

Free

25th Anniversary of Celebrate Anderson

William A. Floyd Amphitheater 3027 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Anderson, SC, United States

Celebrate Anderson honors the rich history and exciting future of Anderson County, SC, with fun, fireworks, and free concerts this Labor Day Weekend! Join us for two full-production concerts by national touring country music artists Randy Houser and Ashley McBryde. Tickets are free. You must have a ticket to enter the venue.

Free

Canna Comic Cuisine?–Infused Dinner Comedy Show

Rezonance 51-A College Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Legal NC Cannabis A night of Live Comedy infused by a gourmet chef in a cozy, vape-friendly Rezonance VIP Lounge, featuring a 3-course cannabis-infused dinner and infused drink, samples from local brands Another cannabis-infused comedy night with Slice of Life Comedy and Infuso, the married chef team who's catered the past few events like these! […]

$35

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 from all over the country and your local favorites! With a different show every month you never want to miss Last Call at DSSOLVR ages […]

$15

ACMS Presents the Poiesis String Quartet with guest Amer Hasan

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Asheville 1 Edwin Place, Asheville, NC, United States

From modern to Mozart, this young ensemble to watch brings poise and panache to Asheville in this season-opening concert. Known for performing classical music through a fresh perspective, the innovative group drew inspiration for its name, Poiesis, from the ancient Greek word ποιεῖν, which means “to make” — or, specifically, to create something that has […]

$48

Cancer Support Group

Woodfin YMCA 40 N Merrimon Ave, Ste. 101, Asheville

Share experiences with others on a similar journey at this monthly cancer support group at the Woodfin YMCA. This group is a safe and supportive place for all and is free to the community. Meets on the first Monday of the month from 6:00-7:30 p.m. For more information contact [email protected] or call (828) 575-2926.

Free

Comedy for Community supporting Hops for Hunger

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

Modelface Comedy and Ginger's Revenge Present: Comedy For Community Locals supporting locals is the heart of Asheville. Comedy for Community brings all your favorite local comedians together each month at Ginger's Revenge to support the town we love through a variety of local charities and organizations. This month we are partnering with Hops for Hunger/ […]

$15

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

Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NC

Visions and Dreams: Whatever your Visions and Dreams are move them! Whatever you are striving for, reaching for, dreaming of move them! There are no limits of what you are capable of achieving. The body gives us insight and guidance as to what is awakening, or what needs to be awakened inside of you! We […]

$15 – $25

Slice Standup Comedy Contest

PULP Under The Orange Peel 103 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Slice of Life Standup Comedy Contest Thursday September 5, 2024. 7p-9p, doors at 6:30p The Orange Peel’s Comedy Basement, Pulp Lounge, 103 Hilliard Ave, Downtown Asheville Tickets: $15 (available at door or The Orange Peel website) Hosted by Hilliary Begley from Netflix & Amazon Prime! Cocktails available while you laugh the night away to some […]

$15

Modelface Comedy presents Taylor Rodgers at LaZoom

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

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Taylor Rodgers from NYC! Taylor Rodgers is a WNC native and currently based in NYC, many critics are calling Taylor Rodgers "the white Matt Rife" ages 18+ Doors at 8, show at 8:30pm Tickets $15

$15

Boomtown Fest

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

This festival will be a vibrant tribute to Asheville's rich history, arts, and culture, showcasing an eclectic mix of performances, trail tours, and community-driven activities. From the city's storied past as a turn-of-the-century boomtown to its current status as a hub of creativity and innovation, the festival aims to celebrate and preserve the unique heritage […]

Free

Navi Naisang: Phantom Limb

Tyger Tyger Gallery 191 Lyman Street, Studio 144, Asheville, NC, United States

Tyger Tyger Gallery is delighted to announce its upcoming solo exhibition, "Phantom Limb", featuring nature-infused, radiant figurative paintings and works on paper by Asheville Artist Navi Naisang. The opening reception for "Phantom Limb" will be held on the evening of September 6th, 2024 from 6-8 pm. The artist, Navi Naisang, will be in attendance, as […]

Free

Afrolachia Comedy at Catawba Brewing

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have and amazing group of black Appalachian comics!!! Afrolachia is all about lifting up the unique voices from Black Appalachia and sparking a movement in comedy. We’re a collective of headliners, each bringing our own flavor and stories, […]

$18

Afrolachia Comedy at Catawba Brewing

Catawba Brewing 32 Banks Ave., Asheville

Every Weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have and amazing group of black Appalachian comics!!! Afrolachia is all about lifting up the unique voices from Black Appalachia and sparking a movement in comedy. We’re a collective of headliners, each bringing our own flavor and stories, […]

$18

Comedy from the Future at Catawba Brewing

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 lineup of futuristic comedians from the future!!! A fun mix of local favorites and big city comics all the way from Chicago, New York and Los Angeles! Comics from all timelines and galaxies, who knows who might […]

$18