The Laurel of Asheville’s Community Events Calendar

 

If you would like to submit an event to appear in our online Community Events Calendar, please visit our submission page.

 

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.

 

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 event to be posted. If you encounter difficulties submitting an event, please email amy@thelaurelofasheville.com.

 

  • 5Rhythms®Vacillating Waves Class on Sunday hosted by Karen

    Asia House 828 119 Coxe Ave., Asheville, NC

    What is Your Home Rhythm? Join us to explore your home Rhythm. They are the Maps created by Gabrielle Roth. The Rhythms are Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical and Stillness. They have their unique qualities, Flowing- inward, grounded, and fluid. Staccato- outward, shapes and beat. Chaos- rearranging, unpredictable, and releasing. Lyrical-transformation, light and joyful. Stillness-integration, slow […]

    $15 – $25
  • LOOM Imports + Fields Outfitting Collaboration Launch Party

    80 N LEXINGTON AVE ASHEVILLE, NC 28801 80 N LEXINGTON AVE, ASHEVILLE, NC

    LOOM Imports + Fields Outfitting Collaboration Launch Party Featuring our latest custom jackets handmade in Argentina, Mexico & Asheville Hosted at Yewo Collective SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH 11AM-6PM 80 N LEXINGTON AVE ASHEVILLE, NC 28801

    Free
  • Four Seaons Chamber Orchestra Fall 2025 Concert “Dreams and Visions”

    The concert features an ethereal and emotive selection of musical compositions with themes along French Impressionism, contrasts of darkness and light, hope and despair. This experience features two selections by Claude Debussy; Reverie and Clair de Lune. Lili Boulanger’s D'un matin de Printemps brings the joy of a spring morning. Hector Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique Movements […]

    $15.00
  • Sarah Arthur, the Spiritual Journey of an American Jewish Woman–a folk musical

    Asheville Jewish Community Center 256 Charlotte Street, Asheville, NC, United States

    The musical was conceived in the midst of Hurricane Helene as a collaboration by Asheville and Nashville musicians promoting a message of peace, hope, and a search for meaning in life. The musical is narrated by local actress Krista Tortura. The narration is the story of a fictional Jewish Woman whose family escaped from the […]

    Free
  • Wes Collins Band

    The White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United States

    At age 44, Wes Collins and his wife Anita made a pact to become writers. She started writing fiction, Wes penned his first song, and few years later they were both multi-award-winners in their fields. Wes more than makes up for lost time with songs that dig deep and go to uncertain, sometimes scary places. […]

    Free
  • Misfit Improv Comedy Show

    NC Stage 15 Stage Lane, Asheville, NC, United States

    Asheville's best improvisers will make you laugh until your sides hurt with this interactive improv comedy show. Join us for a night of improvised scenes, songs, games, and non-stop laughter based on audience suggestions. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind comedy experience! For more info about us, visit Instagram @misfitavl or our website at www.misfitavl.com. […]

    $15
  • Freshen Up Comedy Open Mic at VOWL Bar

    DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, Asheville

    Every Sunday Josie Beers hosts 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 21+

    Free
  • Bottoms Up! Comedy Showcase at The RAD Brew Co.

    The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

    Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a special AVL Beer themed comedy showcase!!! A killer lineup of local favorites and nationally touring comedians and River Arts District Brewing's award winning craft beer is the recipe for a perfect night! ages 18+ doors at 6:30, show at […]

    $15
  • UNC Asheville’s Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Fall Symposium

    UNC Asheville UNC Asheville Highsmith Student Union - Blue Ridge Room 1 University Heights, Asheville, NC, United States

    The UNC Asheville Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Symposium is a semi-annual event that showcases capstone projects and other scholarship of students across disciplines. Throughout the Symposium, you will have the opportunity to engage with inspiring presentations, participate in insightful discussions, and connect with fellow students, faculty, staff, and community members. Together, let's explore the […]

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

    Homewood 19 Zillicoa St, Asheville, NC

    Grateful Wave! What are you grateful for today? It is important to love yourself and give thanks to the body that we inhabit. We are fortunate to live, breathe, walk, and do physical activity without getting hurt. Many people do not always have this experience. Some people have balance issues and are prone to falling, […]

    $15 – $25
  • Poppets for Healing with MuggaRose

    calamus and honey 278 Haywood Rd Unit B Asheville, NC 28806, 278 Haywood Rd Unit B Asheville, NC 28806

    Step into a sacred space of remembrance and creation with the Poppets as Healing Tools Workshop — a hands-on experience designed to honor, release, and transform grief through art and ritual. Since 2012 MuggaRose has led these intimate workshops that have guided participants in crafting personal poppets — rooted in ancient folk and ancestral traditions. […]

    $33
  • Jokes for Jamaica at Eda Rhyne

    Eda Rhyne 101 Fairview Rd, Asheville

    Modelface Comedy Presents: Jokes for Jamaica as part of the Comedy For Community series Locals supporting locals is the heart of Asheville. Comedy for Community brings your favorite comedians together each month to support the town we love through a variety of local charities and organizations. This month we reaching out to our friends in […]

    $15
  • “Discovering a Sense of Place” Lunch and Learn with naturalist Jessie Wilder

    Kanuga 471 Kanuga Chapel Dr., Hendersonville

    Join naturalist and educator, Jessie Wilder, for a thoughtful conversation on the benefits of living a place-based life, Thurs. November 20 at Kanuga. Part of Kanuga's Lunch & Learn series, the event begins with a forest bathing nature walk (weather permitting) at 10 a.m. followed by the conversation with Jessie Wilder at 11 a.m. Enjoy […]

    $24.74
  • Ornament Tree in the Stairway Gallery

    Trackside Studios 375 Depot Street, Asheville

    Handmade, one-of-a-kind ornaments adorn a ten-foot tall wire tree in the Stairway Gallery at Trackside Studios. Ornaments are a great gift for oneself, friends and family, workplace gift exchanges, and hospitality thank-yous! Open daily during studio hours.

  • Slice Comedy Standup Picture Show

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

    Standup Comedy Picture Show with headliner Petey Smith McDowell Comics on the show do standup with slide show pictures to illustrate their sets. This is sure to keep you in your seats figuring out what you just looked at! Thursday November 20, 7:30-9p in The Orange Peel's comedy basement. PULP is a bourbon speakeasy (400+ […]

    $17
  • YIKES! Dating Disaster Comedy with Sarah Love

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

    Every Thursday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have Sarah Love from Asheville and her friends!!! YIKES! is a show of dating disaster stories and stand up comedy hosted by local favorite Sarah Love. Join Sarah and a group of amazing comedians as they share their […]

    $15
  • East Asheville Holiday Tailgate Market

    954 Tunnel Rd, Asheville, NC 28805 954 Tunnel Rd, Asheville

    Join the East Asheville Tailgate market in celebrating the close to our season on November 21st for our annual Holiday Market! Not only will your favorite vendors from throughout the season be there with winter vegetables, meat, bread, and value added items, but so will a large variety of craft and specialty vendors to provide […]

    Free
  • Womansong Fall Concert – Keep Marching

    1 Edwin Place 1 Edwin Place, Asheville

    An eclectic blend of music will make you feel energized, empowered, and uplifted!

    $12 – $20.00
  • Don’t Tell Comedy, Biltmore Village

    The Mule at Devi's Foot Brewing 131 Sweeten Creek Rd, Asheville

    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
  • FREE Ross Farm and Appalachian Standard Holiday Market

    Ross Farm (Formerly Jack Young Greenhouse) 91 Holbrook Road, Candler

    Get ready for holiday magic at Ross Farm, our sweet 22-greenhouse winter wonderland! Join us for the Holiday Farm Market on November 22, 2025 (12-4pm) presented by Ross Farm and Appalachian Standard. ~Local craft vendors (Pottery, baking, and plants!!) ~Seasonal treats with a dessert food truck AND hot dogs ~Caroling & community sing-a-long (Get ready […]

    Free
  • A Magical Nutcracker Tea Party

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

    "Step into a winter wonderland and experience the enchantment of the Nutcracker like never before! Join us for an unforgettable afternoon tea party featuring talented performers from the Asheville Ballet Theater. An Afternoon of Holiday Magic Your family will be transported into Clara's magical world as you: ✨ Savor Delicious Sweet Treats - Indulge in […]

    $10
  • PERFORMANCE: UNCA Experimental Ensemble

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

    The UNCA Experimental Ensemble is dedicated to expanding our students’ ideas about what music is and how it is made. Incorporating electronics, found instruments, and performance art as well as traditional musical elements, the ensemble collaborates to create a full concert of new, original music every semester.

    Free
  • Open Hearts Annual Holiday Market

    Open Hearts Art Center 217 Coxe Ave #4006, Asheville

    It’s that time of year again! Our Annual Open Hearts Holiday Market is right around the corner! Join us Saturday, November 22nd from 2–5:30 PM at our downtown studio (217 Coxe Ave.) Come shop one-of-a-kind, hand-made crafts and gifts created with love by our talented Open Hearts artists. Half of all sales go directly back […]

    Free
  • Buncombe Turnpike in Concert

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

    Buncombe Turnpike is a long-time staple in the Asheville bluegrass scene. Their sets are made up of primarily hand-crafted original songs, but the band also plays a variety of other heartfelt tunes ranging from traditional and contemporary bluegrass. With their crowd-pleasing demeanor, seasoned musicianship, and powerful vocals the band has made a name for themselves […]

    $20
  • Tuatha Dea

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

    Hendersonville Theatre welcomes back one of the top 10 Celtic bands in the United States, Tuatha Dea, for our Hometown Sound Music Series finale! Don’t miss this unique and unforgettable experience born of a family drum circle that will draw you into the music! Tuatha Dea is a progressive Americana band with a Rock edge, […]

    $38.00
  • WRONG! A F*cked Up Comedy Game Show

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

    Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville and this week we have A F*cked Up Comedy Game Show hosted by Jay Light! WRONG is a celebration of dark humor, cancel-able offenses, and questionable decisions. 50% comedy show, 50% game show, and 100% unfiltered, WRONG takes everything you know about […]

    $18
  • SVCC Fall Concert

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

    "Join us for a heartwarming afternoon of choral song as the Swannanoa Valley Community Chorus presents its Fall Concert at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts. Our singers—drawn from across the valley—will share seasonal favorites, new choral works, and pieces to inspire hope and community as winter approaches. Admission: by donation All proceeds will […]

    By Donation
  • RAD Comedy featuring Jay Light

    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 Jay Light from LA! Jay Light is a comedian and writer based in Los Angeles. He is the host/creator of acclaimed live comedy show “WRONG! A F*cked Up Game Show.” After making his bones […]

    $18
  • Holiday Ice Rink at Asheville Yards

    Asheville Yards 75 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC

    Step into the magic of the season at the Holiday Ice Rink at Asheville Yards - the destination for ice skating in Asheville, NC. Glide across our real, outdoor ice rink, surrounded by twinkling lights, festive music and holiday vibes. Whether you're planning a family outing, a festive date night or a weekend adventure, we […]

  • Family Avoidance, a Thanksgiving Comedy Showcase

    The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

    Family Avoidance, a Thanksgiving Comedy Showcase! We get it, you love your family and no one is questioning that but you need to get out of the house drink a beer and laugh it up. Start the holiday weekend de-stressed and ready to handle any conspiracy theories your uncle can't wait to explain to you […]

    $15
  • South Asheville Turkey Trot

    Biltmore Park Town Square One Town Square Blvd, Asheville

    This is how South Asheville does Turkey Day! Kick off Thanksgiving morning with a relaxed 5K through the beautiful Biltmore Park neighborhood - where the vibes are festive, the shirts are vintage-cool, and the finisher medals are worth the effort! Whether you’re running, walking, or just trotting it out for the pie, this event is […]

  • Drop In Simply Charmed and Copper Ornament Making

    Ignite Jewelry Studios 84 W Walnut St Unit A, Asheville

    **Show up at Ignite Jewelry Studios to make your charms! This is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while visiting our downtown Asheville metalsmithing studio and gallery. Come stamp and hammer a charm to your liking! Choose from more than 60 styles of metal stamps and a variety of jewelers hammers […]

    $45.00
  • Modelface Comedy presents Baron Vaughn

    The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, Asheville

    Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Baron Vaughn from Atlanta! Baron Vaughn is an actor, writer, director, and comedian. He’s best known as “Bud”, sharing the screen with Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin on the hit Netflix series, Grace & Frankie. Baron also lends his […]

    $20
  • Crisp Comedy live in Leicester, featuring Clay Jones

    Noble Cidery and Taproom 356 New Leicester Highway, Asheville, NC

    Crisp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester, NC at Noble Cider! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two shows are the same! This month we have Birthday Boy Clay Jones from Asheville! Clay Jones got his start in the Atlanta comedy scene, before moving to Asheville. Delivering as many punchlines […]

    Free