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].
Monster Comedy Jam!!!
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleSUNDAY! 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
Everybody But You Bro Comedy Open Mic
LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin 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 […]
Italian Night at The Farm – August 29th
The Farm - A Gathering Place 215 Justice Ridge Road, Asheville, NC, United StatesItalian 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. […]
Modelface Comedy presents: ‘laugh’ at LaZoom
LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface 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
Labor Day Weekend at The Omni Grove Park Inn!
The Omni Grove Park Inn 290 Macon Ave., Asheville, NC, United StatesExperience 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 CarolinaPerformance: 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 […]
Crisp Comedy Live in Leicester featuring Jay Badlani
Noble Cidery and Taproom 356 New Leicester Highway, Asheville, NCCrisp 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 […]
25th Anniversary of Celebrate Anderson
William A. Floyd Amphitheater 3027 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Anderson, SC, United StatesCelebrate 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.
Canna Comic Cuisine?–Infused Dinner Comedy Show
Rezonance 51-A College Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesLegal 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! […]
LAST CALL late nite comedy at DSSOLVR
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleModelface 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 […]
ACMS Presents the Poiesis String Quartet with guest Amer Hasan
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Asheville 1 Edwin Place, Asheville, NC, United StatesFrom 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 […]
Cancer Support Group
Woodfin YMCA 40 N Merrimon Ave, Ste. 101, AshevilleShare 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.
Comedy for Community supporting Hops for Hunger
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface 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/ […]
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NCVisions 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 […]
Slice Standup Comedy Contest
PULP Under The Orange Peel 103 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesSlice 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 […]
Modelface Comedy presents Taylor Rodgers 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 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
Boomtown Fest
Pack Square Park 121 College St, Asheville, NC, United StatesThis 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 […]
Navi Naisang: Phantom Limb
Tyger Tyger Gallery 191 Lyman Street, Studio 144, Asheville, NC, United StatesTyger 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 […]
Afrolachia Comedy at Catawba Brewing
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery 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, […]
Afrolachia Comedy at Catawba Brewing
Catawba Brewing 32 Banks Ave., AshevilleEvery 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, […]
Comedy from the Future at Catawba Brewing
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 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 […]
20 Years of Community Gardening Historical Tours
Dr. John Wilson Community Garden 99 White Pine Dr., Black MountainJoin us to learn about our community’s beautiful history, as we celebrate 20 years of community building, growing, and teaching at the Dr. John Wilson Community Garden. Diana McCall, Garden Manager from 2007-2022, will share stories and wisdom while we walk through the space, appreciating the history and current success of the garden. Learn about […]
Artist Spotlight: Michael Gates
Horse + Hero 14 Patton Ave., AshevilleThe Reinhardt family has been making traditional pottery for at least six generations, and Michael Gates is continuing his family’s legacy using traditional methods of wood firing and digging clay from the same locations as his ancestors, while at the same time incorporating new techniques and forging his own path ahead. We are honored and […]
Tabernacle Choir World Tour – Free Concert and Viewing Party!
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 3401 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville, NCSaturday, September 7 at 3401 Sweeten Creek Rd, Arden, NC 28704, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 6 pm: Free Hispanic food, Latin dancing (with instruction), and music 7 pm: watching a live stream of the Tabernacle Choir performing their concert "Songs of Hope - Florida" with Jack Jack 180, Alex Melecio, and […]
Eyes Up Here Comedy featuring Holly Lynnea
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. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry. The Louisville-based comedian, writer, actor and dancer with a wicked repartee, […]
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 […]
September 8 Pop Up Shop & Open Studio
YEWŌ Collective x Loom Imports Studio 115 Elk Mountain Road Woodfin, NC 28804 115 Elk Mountain Road, Woodfin, NCJoin us for our September open studio & pop up shop Sunday, September 8 11-4pm 115 Elk Mountain Rd, Woodfin, NC Shop home goods, sheepskins, wooden kitchenware, beadwork, ceramics, art, jewelry, accessories + vintage clothing with: @loomimports @gennypopshop @townesandbirdie @annajohnsonjewelry @eastperry @kerrwoodworking @knookceramics @ofjune_official @ware.avl
An Evening with FREE PLANET RADIO and special guests, Adam Maalouf and Aparna Keshaviah
White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Rd , Black Mountain, NC, United StatesAsheville’s acclaimed global-jazz duo, Free Planet Radio, will perform live at the newly relaunched White Horse Black Mountain, on the afternoon of Sunday, September 8th, 2024, joined by virtuosic multi-instrumentalist, Adam Maalouf, and classically trained Bharatanatyam dancer and innovative movement artist, Aparna Keshaviah. Free Planet Radio is a dynamic and genre-defying band that blends elements […]
Bearly Hanging On, fundraiser comedy show
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 a special show to support a member of our community! Recently a family of black bears took over our friends home. Luckily they were not home and everyone was safe however their home has been destroyed. […]
She Returns From War + Erika Lewis
Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesLonesome Station Presents: She Returns From War + Erika Lewis on Friday, September 6. 7 p.m. doors / 8 p.m. show. $15 advance / $20 at the door. From Charleston, South Carolina, Americana music artist Hunter Park is defining what it means to not only live in the modern south, but to be a trans […]
Author Wiley Cash
Marshall Library 1335 N Main St, MarshallJoin New York Times bestselling author, Wiley Cash for a book reading, discussion and book signing event at the Marshall Library. No registration or tickets required.
The Natural History and Ecology of Fungi: From Parasitism to Symbiosis
West Asheville Public Library 942 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Blue Ridge Naturalist Network presents Todd Elliott, Ph.D. in this free public program. Elliott grew up in the Southern Appalachians but has worked as a naturalist, biologist, and photographer on six continents. He is the author of Mushrooms of the Southeast and many other publications. His talk will focus on mushrooms and fungi of […]
Author talk and book signing
East Asheville Public Library 3 Avon Rd, AshevilleFrom Cornell University librarian Janet McCue and documentary filmmaker Paul Bonesteel comes the first comprehensively researched biography of the visionary Japanese photographer whose dedication to art and conservation helped spur the national park movement in the Great Smoky Mountains and the creation of the Appalachian Trail. What moves a person to leave all that they […]
“George Masa: A Life Reimagined” Library talk with the authors
East Asheville Public Library 3 Avon Rd, AshevilleATTN: PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS AN UPDATED PREVIOUS SUBMISSION. What moves a person to leave all that they have known for something new, something different, something adventurous? From Cornell University librarian Janet McCue and documentary filmmaker Paul Bonesteel comes the first comprehensively researched biography of the visionary Japanese photographer whose dedication to art and […]
“George Masa: A Life Reimagined” Library talk with the authors
East Asheville Public Library 3 Avon Rd, AshevilleWhat moves a person to leave all that they have known for something new, something different, something adventurous? From Cornell University librarian Janet McCue and documentary filmmaker Paul Bonesteel comes the first comprehensively researched biography of the visionary Japanese photographer whose dedication to art and conservation helped spur the national park movement in the Great […]
