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].

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 States

Asheville’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 […]

$25

Bearly Hanging On, fundraiser comedy show

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every 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. […]

$15

She Returns From War + Erika Lewis

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

Lonesome 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 […]

$15 – $20

Author Wiley Cash

Marshall Library 1335 N Main St, Marshall

Join 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.

Free

The Natural History and Ecology of Fungi: From Parasitism to Symbiosis

West Asheville Public Library 942 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC, United States

The 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 […]

Free

Author talk and book signing

East Asheville Public Library 3 Avon Rd, Asheville

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 Smoky Mountains and the creation of the Appalachian Trail. What moves a person to leave all that they […]

Free

“George Masa: A Life Reimagined” Library talk with the authors

East Asheville Public Library 3 Avon Rd, Asheville

ATTN: 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 […]

Free

“George Masa: A Life Reimagined” Library talk with the authors

East Asheville Public Library 3 Avon Rd, Asheville

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 conservation helped spur the national park movement in the Great […]

Free

Book Launch Party – George Masa: A Life Reimagined

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

Book Launch Party for George Masa: A Life Reimagined is presented In Partnership with Malaprops, Blue Ridge Public Radio, Citizen Vinyl and SmokiesLife. The event takes place at Citizen Vinyl on Wednesday, September 11. 6 p.m. doors, 7-9 p.m. reading and book signing. Free with RSVP. In this groundbreaking historical biography, Cornell University librarian Janet […]

Free

Book Launch Party – George Masa: A Life Reimagined

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

In this groundbreaking historical biography, Cornell University librarian Janet McCue and documentary filmmaker Paul Bonesteel reveal the remarkable story of a visionary Japanese photographer who endured scrutiny from the Bureau of Investigation, harassment from the Ku Klux Klan, and the collapse of the economy, his business, and his health—all while making it his life’s goal […]

Free

Blowin’ Smoke Comedy Show at DSSOLVR

DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, Asheville

Modelface Comedy presents Blowin' Smoke Comedy Showcase on the DSSOLVR patio DSSOLVR Brewing has some of the most innovative and wild beers, seltzers and more in Asheville. There is always something new to enjoy on the patio and nothing pairs better with hard seltzer than vaping! A group of the best local and regional comics […]

$15

Bullington Gardens Annual Fall Plant Sale

Bullington Gardens 95 Upper Red Oak Trail, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Join us for Bullington Gardens’ annual Fall Plant Sale! Shop for all your favorite perennials, shrubs, trees and so much more! September 12-14, 9am-4pm.

Free

Bullington Gardens Annual Fall Plant Sale

Bullington Gardens 95 Upper Red Oak Trail, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Join us for Bullington Gardens’ annual Fall Plant Sale! Shop for all your favorite perennials, shrubs, trees and so much more! September 12-14, 9am-4pm.

SANCTUARY ~ A Women’s Self-Renewal Journey

A cozy home in downtown Brevard Register for Location, Brevard

SANCTUARY ~ A Women’s Self-Renewal Journey. Sept. 12 – Nov. 16 ( alternating Thursday evenings). Brevard, NC. Join nationally-recognized author/teacher Renee Trudeau for a 10-week small group coaching experience. Learn to cultivate grace, power & intuition and find inner peace with like-hearted women as you journey through fall together.

$599

Slice Standup Comedy Contest

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

Slice of Life Standup Comedy Contest Thursday September 12, 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

The Campfireball: Joy!

Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, Asheville

The Campfireball: Joy! September 12th, 7:30p at Story Parlor The Campfireball is a part game show, part storytelling, part immersive theatre experience built entirely around the audience. For the September show The Campfireball is flinging itself, full-bore, into Joy! What brings it, what takes it away and how can we get a little more of […]

$10

Eyes Up Here Comedy presents AVLGBTQueer Comedy

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

Eyes Up Here Comedy is a showcase of hilarious femme comedians from all over the country. Tonight we have a special AVL Pride showcase with all of our favorite transgender and nonbinary comics!! Modelface Comedy brings you the best queer comedians from all over the South. Celebrate all the aspects of queer life through laughter. […]

$15

Friday the 13 Killer Comedy Show

pleb urban wineary 289 Lyman St, Asheville, NC, United States

Spooky camping stories and other outdoor thrills told by standup comedians with slides and audience interactions/games for prizes Hosted by Clay Jones aka Jason Voorhees & Miranda Allison With comedy by HILLIAY BEGLEY LARRY GRIFFIN HELEN JENNY ALEX PARSONS & more! Step into fall with a Friday September the 13th show! Join us for a […]

$18

Comedy at Catawba: Ben Roy

Every weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Ben Roy from Denver! If you aren't familiar with Ben Roy, he's been taking comedy audiences by storm since 2004, bringing an unparalleled energy and unique voice to the stage. Often compared to Lewis Black or Bill […]

$18

Caleb Caudle & The Sweet Critters

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

Caleb Caudle & The Sweet Critters are rolling up to the Citizen Vinyl stage on Friday, September 13. 8 p.m. show, 7 p.m. doors. $15 in advance / $18 at the door. Through sometimes shadowy arrangements that creep and lurk, Caleb Caudle continues to mine both the brightest and murkiest corners of his imagination, finding […]

$15 – $18

Hot and Horny Comedy Showcase

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

4th Annual Vintage Radio Market

A-B Tech 16 Fernihurst Drive, Asheville, NC, United States

The museum and vendors will offer many restored and restorable vintage radios, parts, accessories and books. Attendees can also visit and tour the museum throughout the day. The museum encourages visitors to bring or provide a photo of their vintage radio to learn from museum experts about its history and unique features. They can also […]

Free

20 Years of Community Gardening Historical Tours

Dr. John Wilson Community Garden 99 White Pine Dr., Black Mountain

Join 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 […]

$20.00

Thomas Wolfe’s Buried Lives: A Riverside Cemetery Tour

Riverside Cemetery 53 Birch St, Asheville

Join us as we welcome Fall and explore portions of Riverside Cemetery, piecing together fact and fiction by highlighting many of the folks that inspired various characters in Wolfe’s works, as well as a few other notable people in Asheville at that time. The tour will begin at the front gate of Riverside Cemetery, $5 […]

$5

West Asheville Garden Stroll

Lucy S. Herring Elementary 98 Sulphur Springs, Asheville

WHAT: 15th annual West Asheville Garden Stroll WHEN: Saturday Sept. 14, 2024 from 11AM to 4PM, RAIN OR SHINE WHERE: Kickoff at Lucy S. Herring Elementary School, 98 Sulphur Springs Rd, Asheville 28806 COST: FREE INFO: [email protected]; westashevillegardens.com; Facebook.com/WestAshevilleGardens The 15th West Asheville Garden Stroll is Saturday, September 14th from 11 AM to 4 PM, […]

Free

Hemlock Hike at the North Carolina Arboretum

The North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville

The Hemlock Restoration Initiative will be leading a hike in partnership with the North Carolina Arboretum around the Arboretum grounds on Saturday, September 14th at 1pm. The hike will take 3-4 hours and traverse mostly flat paths, totaling around 2.5 miles. HRI staff will showcase hemlocks that we have treated around Bent Creek Road and […]

Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen and More

Asheville Masonic Temple 80 Broadway , Asheville

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Asheville. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen and more at The Asheville Masonic Temple under the gentle glow of candlelight. General Info Venue: Asheville Masonic Temple Dates and times: select your dates/times […]

$38.52

Comedy at Catawba: Ben Roy

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 Ben Roy from Denver! If you aren't familiar with Ben Roy, he's been taking comedy audiences by storm since 2004, bringing an unparalleled energy and unique voice to the stage. Often compared to Lewis Black or Bill […]

$18

Secret Saturday Late Nite Comedy

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Saturday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a secret lineup of amazing comedians!!! A fun mix of local favorites and big city comics all the way from New York City and who knows who else might show up!!! ages 18+ doors at 8:45, show at […]

$18

Creative Writer’s Workshop: Panning For Gemstones

Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, Asheville

What do you do when you find you're facing an insurmountable pile of unfinished creative work? An entire digital archive of ‘maybes?’ To use an Appalachian metaphor, you pan your dirt for gemstones. This workshop explores what it means to run creative writing through an objective sieve. It provides a framework for tackling the current […]

$325

Standup Comedy at Asheville Pizza

Asheville Pizza & Brewing Co on Merrimon Ave 675 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

Sunday September 15 at 6:30p is another great comedy show at Asheville Pizza in Theatre 2, get your dinner , drinks & laughs with a comedy open mic & Professional featured performers in a fun environment. Featuring Ryan Cox, Justin Blackburn & Chesney Goodson! Hosted by Zandra Johnson

$14

Don’t Tell Comedy West Asheville

Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins 9 Midnight Drive, Asheville, NC

This show will be at an indoor location. At this show you can buy drinks at the venue and bring outside food and buy snacks at the venue. This show will have chairs provided. This show is wheelchair accessible. 21+ show. Secret Locations. Shhh...it's a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general […]

$25

INKED, a tattooed comedy show

Divination Tattoo West 406 Johnston School Rd., Asheville, NC, United States

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we are getting punk AF! Denver's own Ben Roy will be getting a mystery tattoo from artist Chris Evens while performing at the West Asheville Divination Tattoo studio! If you aren't familiar with Ben Roy, he's been taking comedy audiences by […]

$18

Black Pumas

Rabbit Rabbit 75 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NC

Join the Black Pumas in Asheville for an electrifying evening of soul, funk, and psychedelic rock. Known for their Grammy-nominated debut album and the hit single "Colors," the Black Pumas have captivated audiences worldwide with their powerful performances and dynamic sound. Their live shows are a vibrant mix of soulful melodies, infectious rhythms, and raw […]

$86

Funky Fresh Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge

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

Modelface Comedy presents Funky Fresh Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! The Comedy is Funky but the ginger beer is Fresh Funky Fresh Comedy is an extra silly night of live comedy on the patio at Ginger's Revenge! A fun mix of your favorite local comics and some silly boys from NYC! All for only $7!!! Ginger's […]

$7