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].

Disney’s MOANA Live-to-Film Concert

The Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Riverside Dr., Boone, NC, United States

Disney Concerts and AMP Worldwide present Disney’s MOANA Live-To-Film Concert North American tour, featuring a full-length screening of the beloved movie accompanied by live performances of a unique on-stage musical ensemble of top Hollywood studio musicians, Polynesian rhythm masters and vocalists, celebrating the music and songs from this award-winning Walt Disney Animation Studios’ animated classic.

$10 – $35

Freshen Up Comedy Open Mic at VOWL Bar

DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, Asheville

Every Sunday Alex Parsons and Josie Beers host Freshen Up at VOWL Bar. Stand up comedy open mic with a focus on new material. Bring your best new jokes each week or just come watch your favorite local comedians Anyone is welcome to participate Signups start at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm no cover ages […]

Free

RAD Comedy featuring Kevin Casey White

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to have Kevin Casey White from NYC! Hailed by the Chicago Tribune as the “physical expression of an exclamation point,” Kevin Casey White's new stand-up special, “Harangue” (800 Pound Gorilla Records), was featured in Paste Magazine, […]

$15

Artscapades

Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old Fort

Discussion Topic: “Favorite Supplies, Hacks, Recycles and DIY” Please RSVP by 10/16/25 AT: [email protected]

PERFORMANCE: The Music of John Cage, Lou Harrison, Arnold Schoenberg, and Amy Williams

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

Asheville Symphony Orchestra and BMCM+AC Present The Music of John Cage, Lou Harrison, Arnold Schoenberg, and Amy Williams Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7 pm Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center {120 College Street, Asheville, NC} TICKETS – $15 General Admission / $10 for BMCM+AC members + Students w/ID (https://www.tickettailor.com/events/blackmountaincollegemuseumartscenter/1860212) On Tuesday, October 21 […]

$15

Mac Saturn

The Grey Eagle 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville

The pride of Detroit, Mac Saturn is coming to Asheville! The band stands as a testament to resilience and the unbreakable bonds of musical brotherhood. Emerging from adversity stronger than ever, the five-piece rock band blends soulful swagger, Motown-infused grooves, and kinetic live energy that turns every show into a dance floor. Frontman Carson Macc’s […]

$20.80

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

Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NC

Colors of Fall! Please wear your favorite color of Fall to 5R movement practice! How does certain colors of Fall affect your mood and your body? Do certain colors bring out the best in you feeling good in your body or do they oftentimes make you feel moody or edgy? I always like to wear […]

$15 – $25

Sunset Yoga & Private Salt Cave – October 23rd

Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, Asheville

We’ll begin with a 45-minute private Salt Cave session, soaking in its nourishing properties and benefits of salt therapy together. In the final 15 minutes, your instructor Ceiara, will guide you through gentle, mindful movements will guide your awareness back to the present, preparing body and mind for yoga on the deck overlooking downtown and […]

$48.00

Nielsen Big Idea Lecture: Dr. Chenjerai Kumanyika

Warren Wilson College 701 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa, NC, United States

Warren Wilson College is honored to welcome Dr. Chenjerai Kumanyika as the featured speaker for their Nielsen Big Idea Lecture in Fall 2025. Dr. Kumanyika is a celebrated journalist, scholar, and audio storyteller whose work has reshaped how we understand American history and identity. His Peabody Award–winning podcast Uncivil unearthed untold stories of the Civil […]

Justice Forum

Thomas Wolfe Auditorium 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Pisgah Legal’s 14th annual Justice Forum will be held at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium in downtown Asheville on Thursday, October 23rd. There will be a ticketed, pre-event reception at 5:30pm followed by the free Justice Forum at 7:00pm. A live-streaming option will be available for those that prefer to join virtually and there will be […]

Free

Josh Blue: Berserker Tour

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

Thur, Oct 23 • 7 pm After winning Last Comic Standing, Josh Blue skyrocketed to fame, delivering knockout sets on The Tonight Show and earning 3rd place on America’s Got Talent. Headlining 200+ shows annually, he shatters stereotypes about disabilities through his hilarious, unforgettable performances worldwide. “I think it’s the year of Josh Blue”—Howie Mandel, […]

Antidote Comedy featuring Derek Boskovich

antidote 151 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Modelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have local legend Derek Boskovich on the rooftop bar at Antidote! Chemist Spirts welcomes a group of top comedians for a night of laughs. Enjoy a stunning AVL sunset from the rooftop bar at Antidote while giggling and sipping a classic […]

$15

Ken Pomeroy performing/supporting Flyte at Eulogy

Eulogy 10 Buxton Ave, Asheville

Who: Ken Pomeroy What: performing/supporting Flyte Where: Eulogy ~ Asheville, NC When: October 23 Time: 8pm (doors @ 7pm) Tix: $32.51 (ticket link) Ages: all ages Website: www.kenpomeroymusic.com About Ken Pomeroy Ken Pomeroy will break your heart. She’ll do it with a single line––sometimes, just one word. The pain begins as an empathetic ache. Then, […]

$32.51

Solo Art Exhibit

Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old Fort

Arrowhead Gallery and Studios in Old Fort invites you to enjoy a Solo Art Exhibit Featuring the Works of Artist Laura Oleniacz. October 24-26, 2025 Reception 5-7 pm Saturday, Oct 25th Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave., Old Fort, N.C.

Tuxedo Junction Band

Wells Events and Reception Center 33 Wells Events Way, Waynesville

TUXEDO JUNCTION has been referred to in area media as the “regional quintessential cover music band” and... it still is! No area band does the variety of material this band does - and with 3, 4, and 5 part harmonies! This six-piece group is known for its variety, performing the hits from Swing, Country, Country […]

$20

Crisp Comedy Live in Leicester featuring Sarah Love

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! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two shows are the same! This month we have spooky headliner Sarah Love from Asheville! Sarah Love is a comedian based in Asheville, North Carolina. Her […]

Free

Modelface Comedy presents Holly Ballantine

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

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country, and this week we have Holly Ballantine from Atlana! Holly Ballantine is a literal train wreck who has been charming audiences across the country with her hilarious stories of motherhood, marriage, and near death experiences since the day Chris Rock told her she […]

$18

Clue on Stage

Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Adapted from the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn, written by Sandy Rustin, additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price October 16-26 , 2025 Thursday, 10/16 at 7:30 (pay what you can available 10/2) Fridays at 7:30 Saturday at 3 pm Sundays at 3 pm Director: Jennifer Treadway Approximate Run Time: 1 hour, 45 minutes Rating: […]

$21.75 – $32.00

The Comedy Zone: Orlando Leyba

Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., Asheville

Fri & Sat, Oct 24 & 25 • 8 pm Orlando Leyba is a stand-up comedian known for his animated storytelling and relatable humor. He’s appeared on The Tonight Show, AGT18, MAX, TruTV, NBC, and his own special Adorable on Max. A finalist in NBC’s Stand Up Showcase, he’s also a regular at comedy festivals […]

Wistfulness & Whimsy Art Exhibit

Toe River Arts Mitchell and Yancey Counties

Solo Art Exhibit of Burnsville Artist, Melissa L. Flattery, Toe River Arts, Spruce Pine, Owen Gallery, October 25-December 13, 2025. Reception November 14, 2025, 5:30pm-7:30pm.

Free

Hendersonville Farmers Market

Historic Train Depot 650 Maple Street, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, United States

Discover the Hendersonville Farmers Market, Locally Grown, Community Strong A vibrant weekly gathering at the Historic Train Depot in downtown Hendersonville. Running every Saturday from May 3rd to October 25th, rain or shine, the market showcases over 30 local vendors within a 60-mile radius. From farm-fresh produce and meats to baked goods, crafts, and live […]

Free

Trick or Trail 5k & 1 Mile

Nelon's Feed 519 Maple Street, Hendersonville

We’re back in the heart of Hendersonville and we’re bringing some spirited fun—with an awesome new race shirt and shiny finisher medal for every participant. Costumes? Highly encouraged. FOMO? Guaranteed if you skip it. Run or walk through the Historic 7th Avenue District with a crowd of costumed runners, then keep the party going at […]

East Fork Seconds Pop-Up – Asheville

East Fork Warehouse 144 Caribou Road, Asheville

After having to pivot to an online format for last year’s sale in the wake of Hurricane Helene, we’re thrilled to share that the brand’s coveted Seconds Sale is returning in-person to Asheville this month. For two days, Saturday, 10/25, and Sunday, 10/26, from 10 am - 3 pm, East Fork will be offering pottery […]

Fall Art Market at The RAD Brew Co.

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

🍂🎃 RAD FALL FESTIVAL 🎃🍂 Saturday, Oct. 25 • 1–6 PM We’re packing ALL the autumn vibes into one cozy afternoon: ✨ Shop local art + handmade goods ✨ Get sparked with permanent jewelry ✨ Pet portraits 🐾 ✨ Tarot magic 🔮 ✨ Face paint fun PLUS… 🎶 Live tunes by Look a Piano 🍖 […]

Free

PERFORMANCE: Asheville Symphony – Masterworks Concert (Convergence)

First Baptist Church of Asheville 5 Oak Street, Asheville, NC, United States

PERFORMANCE: Asheville Symphony – Masterworks Concert (Convergence) Saturday, October 25th, 2025 at 2pm AND 8 pm Live at First Baptist Church of Asheville {5 Oak Street, Asheville, NC 28801} TICKETS – Seats range from $20 to $85 depending on location The Asheville Symphony will present a performance celebrating the history of Black Mountain College. The […]

$20 – $85

Clue on Stage

Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Adapted from the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn, written by Sandy Rustin, additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price October 16-26 , 2025 Thursday, 10/16 at 7:30 (pay what you can available 10/2) Fridays at 7:30 Saturday at 3 pm Sundays at 3 pm Director: Jennifer Treadway Approximate Run Time: 1 hour, 45 minutes Rating: […]

$21.75 – $32.00

Asheville Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl, by Bar Crawl USA

Downtown Asheville Bars Downtown Asheville Bars, Asheville

The Boos & Booze Halloween Bar Crawl is creeping into town on Saturday, October 25th — and it’s going to be bigger, spookier, and more BOOzy than ever! 🎃 Dare to crawl through 6+ haunted hotspots in Downtown Asheville as you summon spirits (both kinds), dance with the undead, and compete for cash in your […]

$15.00

From Death to Mourning: Spiritual Journeys of the Wolfe Family

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

Join us for this intimate, open-house style tour of the Old Kentucky Home as we explore how the Wolfe Family grappled with death, spiritualism, and mysteries of the beyond. Discover stories of early 20th century funerary practices, family visions, and the ways death shaped one of America's greatest writers. Come and see the skeletons in […]

$10.70

BMCA’s 25th Anniversary Celebration

Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United States

Join us for a silver-themed evening of fun, flavor, and dancing as we celebrate 25 years of creativity and community! On Saturday, October 25th at 7pm, BMCA transforms into the ultimate party spot with a “Dance Through the Decades” party spun by DJ Jamie Munn, a make-your-own snack mix bar, a sweet ice cream sundae […]

$25

The Comedy Zone: Orlando Leyba

Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., Asheville

Fri & Sat, Oct 24 & 25 • 8 pm Orlando Leyba is a stand-up comedian known for his animated storytelling and relatable humor. He’s appeared on The Tonight Show, AGT18, MAX, TruTV, NBC, and his own special Adorable on Max. A finalist in NBC’s Stand Up Showcase, he’s also a regular at comedy festivals […]

Asheville Symphony Masterworks 2: Convergence

Darko Butorac, conductor Natalie Brennecke, viola Celebrating 90+ years of the enduring legacy of Black Mountain College, this unique program traces a journey from European romanticism to American avant-garde with Brahms’s mountain-inspired Second Symphony, Bartók’s ethereal Viola Concerto (written in part during his time in Asheville), and more alongside groundbreaking works by John Cage that […]

$25 – $80

Don’t Tell Comedy, Biltmore Village

French Broad River Brewery 101 Fairview Rd., Asheville, NC, United States

Show Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. This show will have chairs provided. ♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible. 21+ show. About Don't Tell Comedy Secret Locations. Shhh...it's a surprise. […]

$27

Walk for Your Neighbor

First Baptist Church of Swannanoa 503 Park St., Swannanoa

After being cancelled last year due to Helene, our annual fundraiser Walk For Your Neighbor is BACK! Please join us on Sunday, October 26 at First Baptist Church of Swannanoa for a walk and block party! There will be music, as well as food and drink! The walk will start at 2pm, with the block […]

Animal Haven of Asheville Annual Fall Fundraiser

Animal Haven of Asheville 65 Lower Grassy Branch Rd, Asheville, United States

Animal Haven of Asheville Annual Fall Fundraiser 📅 Sunday, October 26 | 2–6 PM 📍 65 Lower Grassy Branch Rd, Asheville, NC Celebrate compassion and community at our annual fundraiser! Enjoy a full vegan buffet, drinks, live music by Southern Style Band, a silent auction, and interactive animal stations. All proceeds support our animals and […]

$19 – $45