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].

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 […]

$12

ALT ASO: Cabaret @ The Orange Peel

The Orange Peel 101 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Anaïs Reno, vocalist Get swept up in the timeless allure of cabaret with singer Anaïs Reno and the Asheville Symphony. This ALT ASO program, which will also be part of […]

$50

Save the Date! Four Old Broads

Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., Tryon, NC, United States

Tryon’s Little Theater will present its last show of the season — Four Old Broads — May 1-4 and May 8-11, at the TLT Workshop Theater. Shows will be held […]

$25

Tea in the Tempest Opening Reception

Pink Dog Creative 342 Depot St, Asheville, NC, United States

Pink Dog Creative Gallery presents Tea in the Tempest, an evocative collaborative exhibition by mixed media artist Heather Divoky and textile artist Emelie Weber Wade. Originally envisioned as Tea Time […]

Don’t Tell Comedy, South Slope Asheville

Eulogy at Burial Beer Company 10 Buxton Avenue, Asheville

Secret Locations. Shhh...it's a surprise. As you can see, we only advertise the general area or neighborhood for each show. The precise location and other important show details will be […]

$25

Save the Date! Four Old Broads

Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., Tryon, NC, United States

Tryon’s Little Theater will present its last show of the season — Four Old Broads — May 1-4 and May 8-11, at the TLT Workshop Theater. Shows will be held […]

$25

Terms of Endearment

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

Adapted for the stage by Dan Gordon Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com) May 1-11, 2025 Thursday, 5/1 at 7:30 (pay what you can available on 4/17) Fridays […]

$21.75 – $32.00

Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10K

Jump Off Rock 4433 Laurel Park Hwy, Laurel Park

Discover the beauty of the 5th annual Jump off Rock Half Marathon & 10k presented by Hunter Subaru and UNC Health Pardee, an endurance running event unlike any other! Experience […]

Terms of Endearment

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

Adapted for the stage by Dan Gordon Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com) May 1-11, 2025 Thursday, 5/1 at 7:30 (pay what you can available on 4/17) Fridays […]

$21.75 – $32.00

Hendersonville Farmers Market

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

Immerse yourself in the rich community of local flavors, crafts, and more at the Hendersonville Farmers Market. Set against the charming backdrop of the Historic Train Depot in downtown Hendersonville's […]

Free

Mother’s Day Market

Historic Johnson Farm 3346 Haywood Road, Hendersonville

Historic Johnson Farm will host the fifth annual Mother’s Day Market on Saturday, May 10th from 10 AM-4 PM, rain or shine. This outdoor craft fair will showcase over 25 […]

Free

An Evening With Chris Thile and Asheville Symphony

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

An Evening with Chris Thile features a true array of genres. You’ll hear Thile’s new work ATTENTION! A narrative song cycle for extroverted mandolinist and orchestra, the third movement of […]

$25 – $100

Save the Date! Four Old Broads

Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., Tryon, NC, United States

Tryon’s Little Theater will present its last show of the season — Four Old Broads — May 1-4 and May 8-11, at the TLT Workshop Theater. Shows will be held […]

$25

Blue Ghost Firefly Viewing Tours

The Enchanted Forest, Arden, NC To be given after ticket purchase, Arden

Need some magic to recharge your soul? Want to feel like a kid again, awed by the silent lights of tiny fireflies moving through the darkness? Then this tour is […]

$25 – $30

Don’t Tell Comedy, Hendersonville

Trailside Brewing Company Hendersonville, NC 173 Lenox Park Dr, Hendersonville, NC

Show Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available […]

$25

Terms of Endearment

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

Adapted for the stage by Dan Gordon Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com) May 1-11, 2025 Thursday, 5/1 at 7:30 (pay what you can available on 4/17) Fridays […]

$21.75 – $32.00

Save the Date! Four Old Broads

Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., Tryon, NC, United States

Tryon’s Little Theater will present its last show of the season — Four Old Broads — May 1-4 and May 8-11, at the TLT Workshop Theater. Shows will be held […]

$25

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 […]

Free

Mountain Institute for Lifelong Learning at Warren Wilson College

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

Mountain Institute for Lifelong Learning at Warren Wilson College is a vessel for community building, exploration, adventure, place-based learning, and the ignition of new passion for lifelong learners. These are […]

$650.

Volunteer Workday with Forest Restoration Alliance

Waynesville, NC Waynesville, NC

Join us on Tuesday, May 13th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as we lend a hand to our partners at the Forest Restoration Alliance (FRA). Instead of chemically treating […]

Music-themed Art Exhibit

AC Hotel 10 Broadway St, Asheville, NC, United States

Join us for a special evening celebrating Asheville’s vibrant music scene through a solo art exhibit by Kelly Saunders, featuring unique music-themed artwork. This event also doubles as a birthday […]

Free

Slice Standup Comedy Contest

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

The Slice of Life Comedy Asheville Spring Standup Contest Series: ROUND 2 Thursday May 14, 7:30p-9:30p, doors at 6:30p The Orange Peel’s Comedy Basement, Pulp Lounge 103 Hilliard Ave, Downtown […]

$17

Arthur Brooks Ensemble V

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

Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center presents the Arthur Brooks Ensemble V with Arthur Brooks, Michael Chorney, Bill Heminway, Jeremy Harlos, Anthony Santor, and Matt Weston. Arthur Brooks was […]

$10 – $15

FILM SCREENING: home

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

HOME, a collaboration of Sue Schroeder (dancemaker) and Adam Larsen (filmmaker), connects the foundations of human existence — home, body and nature — as inextricably linked. Experienced through the integration […]

Free

Mountain Institute for Lifelong Learning at Warren Wilson College

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

Mountain Institute for Lifelong Learning at Warren Wilson College is a vessel for community building, exploration, adventure, place-based learning, and the ignition of new passion for lifelong learners. These are […]

$260

Hendersonville Farmers Market

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

Immerse yourself in the rich community of local flavors, crafts, and more at the Hendersonville Farmers Market. Set against the charming backdrop of the Historic Train Depot in downtown Hendersonville's […]

Free

Haywood Rising

Haywood Habitat for Humanity is proud to announce its inaugural "Haywood Rising: Spring Festival Building Hope" event, taking place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM […]

Free

Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge

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

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and all your local favorites! This Saturday we have Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger's Revenge. Enjoy a cold pint […]

$18

Songs from the Road Band

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

Hendersonville Theatre is excited to present Songs From The Road Band as part of May’s Hometown Sound Music Series. This award-winning Asheville-based bluegrass ensemble is redefining the genre with their […]

$38.00

Empty Bowls

Parish Hall - St. John in the Wilderness 1905 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock

FLAT ROCK, N.C. Still recovering from the aftermath of the devastating storm Helene, local ceramic artists will once again fire up their kilns for the eighth year to help hungry […]

$30 – $50

Liz Longley with special guest Jesse Ruben

Olivette Farm 172 Old Macedonia Rd, Asheville

Join us in the beautiful Asheville neighborhood of Olivette for an outdoor concert by critically-acclaimed singer/songwriter Liz Longley and special guest Jesse Ruben. $25•KIDS ARE FREE•BYOB•BYOC (chair) Best known for […]

$25

Comedy at Catawba: Joe Pettis

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 Joe Pettis from Atlanta! Joe Pettis is a current stand-up comic […]

$15

Nationally Touring Comedian Sam Miller

The Urban Orchard 24 Buxton Ave, Asheville NC

Asheville, NC — May 18, 2025 – Nationally touring comedian Sam Miller brings his raw, hilarious, and heart-forward stand-up to The Urban Orchard in Asheville for one night only. Known […]

$22.00