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].
Wild Souls Authentic Movement Class
Dunn's Rock Community Center 461 Conestee Rd, Brevard, NC, United StatesWild Souls Authentic Movement Class, Sundays, 9:30-11 a.m. Join us in a supportive, relaxed, welcoming environment for an expressive movement class designed to help you get unstuck, enjoy cardio movement, boost immune health, dissolve anxiety/stress and celebrate community. Show up 10 mins early, and bring your yoga mat, water bottle and journal! Location: Brevard, NC. […]
5Rhythms®Vacillating Waves Class on Sunday hosted by Karen
Asia House828 119 Coxe Ave., Asheville, NCEmpowerment vs. Disempowerment On the weekend of the anniversary of Hurricane Helene, we will move to Empowerment vs. Disempowerment. Empowerment is the positive charge feeling in the body, self-determination and growth! Disempowerment is the loss of charge feeling in the body, the feeling of helplessness and lack of choice! Remembering what Asheville went through with […]
5Rhythms®Vacillating Waves Class on Sunday hosted by Karen
Asia House 828 119 Coxe Ave., Asheville, NCEmpowerment vs. Disempowerment On the weekend of the anniversary of Hurricane Helene, we will move to Empowerment vs. Disempowerment. Empowerment is the positive charge feeling in the body, self-determination and growth! Disempowerment is the loss of charge feeling in the body, the feeling of helplessness and lack of choice! Remembering what Asheville went through with […]
Sunday: Post-Helene: Remembering, Rebuilding, Reimagining
The Blue Ridge Orchestra takes its performances on the road for its 26th season debut under the leadership of Music Director Dr. Emily Mariko Eng. “Post-Helene: Remembering, Rebuilding, Reimagining” captures an array of emotions in two September events. We are proud to collaborate with UNCA as they honor WNC’s resilience one year after Hurricane Helene, […]
Freshen Up Comedy Open Mic at VOWL Bar
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleEvery 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 […]
Modelface Comedy presents Greg Warren at Eulogy
Eulogy at Burial Beer Company 10 Buxton Avenue, AshevilleModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have Greg Warren at Eulogy in Asheville!! Greg Warren is a beloved stand-up comedian known for his sharp, relatable humor that resonates with everyday families across the country. Warren recently released his latest comedy special, The Champ, produced by Nate […]
16th Annual Handmade Holiday Sale
WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United StatesJoin the WCU community for the Annual Handmade Holiday Sale from 10 am to 5 pm and enjoy shopping, free snacks, and holiday cheer! This event features high-quality, handmade gifts created by students, staff, and alumni. Items for sale include artwork, ceramics, wearable accessories, woodwork, and a variety of other handmade craft items. Get an […]
The Nutcracker featuring Ballet Conservatory of Asheville
WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United StatesJoin Bardo Arts Center for a magically festive, full-length version of The Nutcracker featuring professional classical dancers and the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville’s celebrated pre-professional company. Having crept downstairs at midnight on Christmas Eve to play with her new Nutcracker doll, a young girl is swept up in a fantasy of toy soldiers, giant rats, […]
Live at the Joke Shop, Open Mic Comedy
Sparky's Bardega 23 Broadway St., AshevilleEvery Monday Aaron Naylor and Jordan Ballard host Live from the Joke Shop at Sparky's Bardega! Bring your best new jokes each week or just come watch your favorite local comedians Anyone is welcome to participate Full bar and more snacks than you could dream of Signups start at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm no […]
Melissa Etheridge
Peace Center 300 South Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601, USA, Greenville, SC, United StatesKnown for her confessional lyrics and raspy, smoky vocals, Melissa Etheridge stormed onto the American rock scene in 1988 with the release of her critically acclaimed self-titled debut album. For several years, her popularity grew around such memorable originals as "Bring Me Some Water," "No Souvenirs" and "Ain't It Heavy," for which she won a […]
MountainTrue ONLINE Fall Native Plant & Shrub Sale with pick up in ASHEVILLE, NC
OnlineIs your yard ready for a fresh start after the storm? Or maybe it just needs a little love?🌿 Save the date for our 2025 Fall Native Plant Sale! 🌿 Whether you’re rebuilding or reimagining, we’ve got the plants to help your yard thrive. Proceeds benefit MountainTrue. All plants are sourced from Carolina Native Nursery. […]
Hemlock Treatment Demonstration at Corneille Bryan Native Gardens
Corneille Bryan Native Garden 94 Stuart Cir, Lake JunaluskaThe Hemlock Restoration Initiative (HRI) is hosting a demonstration of chemical treatment methods to control the invasive hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) on Wednesday, October 1st from 1pm to 4pm at the Corneille Bryan Native Gardens in Lake Junaluska, NC. Hemlock trees in western North Carolina are an important and irreplaceable component of our forests. These […]
North Carolina Glass 2025 | Reception
WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United StatesDiscover the brilliance of North Carolina Glass 2025 at our special exhibition reception on Thursday, October 2, 5–7 PM. This landmark show continues a decades-long tradition of honoring the state’s vibrant studio glass movement, featuring both established and emerging artists redefining glass as a contemporary art form. Meet fellow art lovers, explore cutting-edge creations, and […]
Antidote Comedy featuring Will Abeles
antidote 151 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesEvery Thursday Modelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have Will Abeles from Nashville on the rooftop at Antidote! Chemist Spirts welcomes top comedians for a night of laughs. Enjoy a stunning AVL sunset from the rooftop bar at Antidote while giggling and sipping a classic cocktail. Will […]
“New” Ignite Maker Nights – Hammer a Circle Pendant
Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin us at Ignite Jewelry Studio’s on select Friday night’s from 5-8 for our new Ignite Maker Nights. October 3rd is Hammer a Circle Pendant. You’ll choose from a variety of hammer textures and complete your silver pendant. Each Ignite Maker Night will feature a different drop in workshop to make something fun for yourself […]
Orison Books’ 10th Anniversary Celebration
NC Stage Company 15 Stage Ln, AshevilleJoin us for a special evening of literature and dance with Orison Books author Amit Majmudar in a collaborative performance with his wife, classical Indian dancer Ami Buch Majmudar, to celebrate Orison Books' 10th anniversary! Amit Majmudar's new book Three Metamorphoses retells, in its third and climactic section, ancient Indian tales of transformation in constantly […]
Hendersonville Farmers Market- GO PINK DAY!
Historic Train Depot 650 Maple Street, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, United StatesDiscover 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 […]
Pop-up parking lot Book Sale
Marshall Library 1335 N Main St, MarshallOver 1,000 books including a huge selection of children's books! Sale will be in the parking lot of the Marshall Public Library, 1335 N Main Street, Marshall. Hours will be 9AM to 3PM on Saturday October 4. Come and bring your family and friends!
Warren Wilson Fall Fest & Working Lands Showcase
Warren Wilson College Farm 108 South Lane, SwannanoaJoin us for this free family fun event on Warren Wilson College’s Working Lands (Farm, Garden, and Forest). This event is free to attend and open to the public with autumnal activities, live music, tours, and open houses from our land and craft crews! Craft demonstrations from the Blacksmithing, Fiber Arts, and Fine Woodworking Crews […]
Mountain Monarch Festival
Join in the celebration of the migration of our endangered Monarch Butterflies at the 3rd Annual Mountain Monarch Festival at Gorges State Park! This event will feature an exciting lineup of activities including: -Monarch Migration Programming -Monarch Tagging & Release -Monarch Hike -Food Trucks -Keynote Speaker -Native Plants -Local Vendor Booths -Local and Student Artists […]
Asheville Veganfest – Education Day
AB Tech's Ferguson Auditorium 340 Victoria Rd, Asheville, NC, United StatesWe are headed back to Asheville, NC for a two day event. Saturday, 10/4 - Education Day (limited vendors) - 11am - 6pm Everything you love and more over two days indoors on Saturday and outdoors on Sunday. *Free Parking at AB Tech *$10 Suggested Donation ahead or at the door Vegfest Booth *Cooking Demos […]
Pieces of Hope Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
GracePoint 50 Woodland Hills Rd., AshevilleJoin us for an afternoon of puzzling with friends and family, while raising money to support the services of The Hundred Movement! The Hundred Movement is an Asheville-based nonprofit that offers free counseling, case management, and support services to survivors of human trafficking in North Carolina. Grab some friends, create a team, and show off […]
Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Jersey Lily
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesReader’s Theatre Presentation By Katie Forgette October 4-5, 2025 Saturday at 3 pm Sunday at 3 pm Director: Sofia Carfaro Approximate Run Time: 2 hours, 15 minutes Rating: G (ideal for ages 11 and up). The wit of Oscar Wilde meets the cunning of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle when Wilde brings his dear friend, Lillie […]
schleich® Bag Tag Make & Take at Imperial Mercantile & Outfitters, Tryon International Equestrian Center
Imperial Mercantile & Outfitters 25 International Blvd, Mill Spring, NC 28756, USA, Mill Spring, NC, United StatesJoin us for the schleich® Bag Tag Make & Take at Imperial Mercantile & Outfitters, Tryon International Equestrian Center, from 5–7 p.m. on October 4, 11, 18, and 25 (while supplies last). This free, hands-on craft event invites you to get creative and design your very own schleich® bag tag to take home. Activities are […]
Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge
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. ages 18+ doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm Tickets $18 GA, […]
Hell Hounds: Dark and Dirty Comedy at The Hound
The Hound 2 Tunnel Rd, AshevilleModelface Comedy presents Hell Hounds Comedy Showcase at The Hound! Hell Hounds is a dark and dirty comedy show featuring some of the filthiest comics in the South!! This show is ages 21 and up and NC17 Arrive early for dinner from the Hound ages 21+ Doors at 9:30pm, show at 10pm Tickets $15 advance, […]
Asheville Veganfest – Festival Day
Pack Square Park 121 College St, Asheville, NC, United StatesWe are headed back to Asheville, NC for a two day event. Sunday 10/5 - Festival Day (no education) - 12pm - 5pm Everything you love and more over two days indoors on Saturday and outdoors on Sunday. *Free Street Parking (Sunday) *$10 Suggested Donation ahead or at the door Vegfest Booth *DJ Spinning the […]
All This Resinous, Unretractable Earth: An Afternoon with Jane Hirshfield at the NC Arboretum
NC Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC, United StatesHellbender Gathering of Poets Presents: An Afternoon with Poet Jane Hirshfield October 5 @ 1:00 pm - 5:30 pm Writing “some of the most important poetry in the world today” (The New York Times), Jane Hirshfield is one of American poetry's central spokespersons for concerns of the biosphere. Her honors include fellowships from the Guggenheim […]
Jazz Is for Everyone – Louis Armstrong & Duke Ellington: The Sound of Welcome
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleA Lecture Demonstration Series for the Curious, the New, and the Devotee Sun Oct 5 • 3 pm| 60 minutes Louis and Duke were there at the beginning—and their influence echoes through every note that comes after. Louis taught the world to swing with joyful individuality. Duke, America’s greatest composer, gave us music that is […]
Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Jersey Lily
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesReader’s Theatre Presentation By Katie Forgette October 4-5, 2025 Saturday at 3 pm Sunday at 3 pm Director: Sofia Carfaro Approximate Run Time: 2 hours, 15 minutes Rating: G (ideal for ages 11 and up). The wit of Oscar Wilde meets the cunning of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle when Wilde brings his dear friend, Lillie […]
FELLOW PYNINS SUNDAYS ON THE RIVER IN OLIVETTE
Olivette Riverside Pavilion 1069 Olivette Rd, AshevilleFellow Pynins is an award winning contemporary transatlantic folk duo with a keen and bucolic sense of vocal harmony and song craft. The live performance is a whimsically emotional escapade through the chasms of our, yes, feelings. Dashed with spontaneous and clever banter, mirth and woe, you will probably cry and quite possibly laugh, a […]
Freshen Up Comedy Open Mic at VOWL Bar
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleEvery 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 […]
Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Group
The Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Riverside Dr., Boone, NC, United StatesA singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel, and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers. Whether touring as a ‘Duo’ or with […]
Live at the Joke Shop, Open Mic Comedy
Sparky's Bardega 23 Broadway St., AshevilleEvery Monday Aaron Naylor and Jordan Ballard host Live from the Joke Shop at Sparky's Bardega! Bring your best new jokes each week or just come watch your favorite local comedians Anyone is welcome to participate Full bar and more snacks than you could dream of Signups start at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm no […]
Housing Hope: A Night of Jazz & Gratitude
Hilltop Event Center 21 Restaurant Ct, AshevilleJoin Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church and the Land of the Sky Association of REALTORS® for an evening celebrating $180,000 raised through the Grace in Action Fund to keep WNC families housed. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, festive drinks, and live jazz. Free. 📅 Tuesday, October 7 | 5:30–7:30 p.m. 📍 Hilltop Event Center, 21 Restaurant Court, Asheville
