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].

Weaverville Strong: A Celebration of Resilience and Recovery from Hurricane Helene

Weaverville Community Center 60 Lakeshore Drive, Weaverville

September 27, 2025, will mark exactly one year since catastrophic Hurricane Helene devastated much of the greater Asheville area, including our cherished, historic mill wheel on Reems Creek. We invite you to celebrate Weaverville's remarkable resilience and rebirth made possible since then by all the tireless efforts of our town emergency and public works staff, merchants and […]

Free

Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra – Masterworks 1

Blue Ridge Community College Concert Hall 180 West Campus Drive, Flat Rock

Our season opener celebrates composers who preserved their identity amidst pressures to conform to the status quo. Dvorak refused to Germanize his name for his publishers, Sibelius rejected continental Romanticism, and Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, a descendant of enslaved Africans dealt with racism and elitism his entire life in late 19th century Britain. Each one of these […]

$15 – $49

Saturday: Post-Helene: Remembering, Rebuilding, Reimagining

Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church 101 Chapel Lane, Swannanoa

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, […]

$20

Old Fort Rising

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

Old Fort Rising Exhibition Opening and Reception~ September 27 Arrowhead Art Gallery & Studios will host a special evening unveiling the new art exhibit, Old Fort Rising, honoring the enduring spirit of Old Fort The reception takes place on Saturday, September 27, from 5 pm – 7 pm, and the exhibit will remain in the […]

Exhibit Opening and Reception

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

Arrowhead Art Gallery & Studios will host a special evening unveiling the new art exhibit, Old Fort Rising, honoring the enduring spirit of Old Fort. Through the eyes and hands of local artists, this collection captures stories of hope, strength, and unity that have shaped the town after Hurricane Helene. The reception takes place on […]

Soweto Gospel Choir: Peace

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

Sat, Sep 27 • 7 pm When this Grammy-winning choir hits the stage, they will raise the rafters with a soul-stirring concert of South African freedom songs, spirituals, and classics by Aretha Franklin, Peter Gabriel, and Leonard Cohen. Their rich harmonies, brilliant costumes, and infectious spirit promise to deliver a night of sheer musical exhilaration. […]

Modelface Comedy presents Blake Wexler

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

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville and this week we have Blake Wexler from Philly (go birds)!! Blake Wexler is a New York-based comedian who started doing stand-up at the age of 15 as a high school student in Philadelphia. In addition to writing for and appearing on […]

https://www.modelfacecomedy.com/calendar/modelface-comedy-presents-blake-wexler

MasterChef All-Starts Live!

Peace Center 300 South Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601, USA, Greenville, SC, United States

MasterChef All-Stars Live! The Heat. The Competition. The Culinary Magic—LIVE! Get ready, food lovers! MasterChef All-Stars Live! is hitting the road, bringing your favorite chefs straight from the MasterChef kitchen to Greenville! This brand-new, high-energy stage show delivers the ultimate MasterChef experience—LIVE up close and personal! Witness epic head-to-head battles, thrilling challenges, and jaw-dropping culinary […]

PERFORMANCE: flux in time

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

flux in time: a heterotpic theater from the aborted future (2025) Saturday, September 27th, 2025 at 8pm Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center {120 College Street} FREE and open to all – No Registration Required Join us on Saturday, September 27th for an interactive performance presented in conjunction with the 15th Annual ReVIEWING Black […]

Free

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

Earthcry ft. Mike Healy w/ Numatik & Will Franke

Third Room 46 Wall Street, Asheville, NC, United States

WHERE: Third Room WHEN: Saturday September 27 2025 DOORS: 8pm SHOW: 9pm GENRE: electronic / experimental / edm TICKETS: $17 early bird GA / $22 ga PURCHASE: https://tixr.com/e/152256 Earthcry: WEBSITE: https://earthcry.net HEAR SOME MUSIC: https://earthcry.bandcamp.com/music AKA bloop trooper, blip tripper, and purveyor of misty electronic forest adventure music. Follow me on my linktree for some […]

$17 – $22

Wild Souls Authentic Movement Class

Dunn's Rock Community Center 461 Conestee Rd, Brevard, NC, United States

Wild 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. […]

$25

5Rhythms®Vacillating Waves Class on Sunday hosted by Karen

Asia House828 119 Coxe Ave., Asheville, NC

Empowerment 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, NC

Empowerment 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 […]

$15 – $25

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, […]

$21

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

Modelface Comedy presents Greg Warren at Eulogy

Eulogy at Burial Beer Company 10 Buxton Avenue, Asheville

Modelface 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 […]

$27

16th Annual Handmade Holiday Sale

WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United States

Join 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 […]

Free

The Nutcracker featuring Ballet Conservatory of Asheville

WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United States

Join 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, […]

$5 – $65

Live at the Joke Shop, Open Mic Comedy

Sparky's Bardega 23 Broadway St., Asheville

Every 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 […]

Free

Melissa Etheridge

Peace Center 300 South Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601, USA, Greenville, SC, United States

Known 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

Online

Is 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. […]

$12 – $38

Hemlock Treatment Demonstration at Corneille Bryan Native Gardens

Corneille Bryan Native Garden 94 Stuart Cir, Lake Junaluska

The 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 States

Discover 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 […]

Free

Antidote Comedy featuring Will Abeles

antidote 151 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Every 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 […]

$15

“New” Ignite Maker Nights – Hammer a Circle Pendant

Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United States

Join 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 […]

$25.00

Orison Books’ 10th Anniversary Celebration

NC Stage Company 15 Stage Ln, Asheville

Join 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 […]

$30.00

Hendersonville Farmers Market- GO PINK DAY!

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

Pop-up parking lot Book Sale

Marshall Library 1335 N Main St, Marshall

Over 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!

Free

Warren Wilson Fall Fest & Working Lands Showcase

Warren Wilson College Farm 108 South Lane, Swannanoa

Join 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 […]

Free

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 States

We 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 […]

$10

Pieces of Hope Jigsaw Puzzle Competition

GracePoint 50 Woodland Hills Rd., Asheville

Join 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 States

Reader’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 […]

$15.00 – $22.00

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 States

Join 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 […]