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].
AARP Event: Brain Health
Reuter Family YMCA 3 Town Square Blvd, AshevilleIt's never too late to take charge of your brain health! Join us at the Reuter Family YMCA to learn about the six pillars of a brain-healthy lifestyle, and how to share your brain-boosting activities and be inspired by others. You will be provided with actionable steps that you can take, along with resources to […]
Standup Comedy Night featuring Cody Hughes
The Bier Garden 46 Haywood Street, Asheville, NCJoin us for a night of hilarious stand-up comedy at we The Bier Garden - guaranteed laughs and good times! Welcome to Standup Comedy at The Bier Garden ! Get ready to laugh until your sides hurt at this hilarious event happening in person at The Bier Garden . Te largest selection of beers on […]
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NCWake Up! Wake up to sights and sounds that excite you! Wake up to knowing you are alive and well! Wake up to your body knowing that you have choices, openness, freedom to express and feel however you wish! We move to the maps created by Gabrielle Roth! Homewood, 19 Zillicoa St. Asheville, NC, 5:00-6:45pm, […]
Sip & Shop at The Omni Grove Park Inn!
The Omni Grove Park Inn 290 Macon Ave., Asheville, NC, United StatesShop chic styles and stylish deals at The Omni Grove Park Inn, August 8-11! Explore a wide selection of men's and women's multi-season apparel at up to 75% off from the Cloth Boutique and Golf Pro Shop. Enjoy complimentary sparkling wine as you shop brands like Marie Oliver, Trina Turk, Mavi and more. Happening August […]
Puppet Paradise – The Puppeteers of America Southeast Regional Festival
Warren Wilson College 701 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa, NC, United States✨ Come experience the ultimate puppetry retreat! Nestled in the beautiful blue ridge mountains of Western North Carolina, it is Puppet Paradise, the Southeast Regional Puppeteers of America Festival! Featuring an all-star line up of some of the best puppeteers working today, workshops, potpourri, puppet slam, and more! ALL are welcome to attend and be […]
Local Cloth Twelve-by-Twelve Textile Show Closing Reception + Silent Auction
Local Cloth 408 Depot Street, AshevilleThe Local Cloth Twelve-by-Twelve Textile Show is an annual exhibit featuring fiber art crafted by Local Cloth member artists that can fit in a 12 inch by 12 inch square space. This year's Textile Show features 45 artists covering the spectrum of fiber art type and technique. As part of the Closing Reception, there will […]
Michelle Malone with Mike Kinnebrew | The Grey Eagle
The Grey Eagle 185 Clingman Ave, AshevilleDon't miss Rock Goddess Michelle Malone with special guest Mike Kinnebrew August 8 at The Grey Eagle! Michelle Malone's musical roots run deep and wide like the mighty Mississippi river, twisting and turning through southern rock, folk and country blues territories. Her powerful live show will take you on a journey from dirty back roads […]
Modelface Comedy presents: Kevin McCaffrey at LaZoom
LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Kevin McCaffrey from NYC! Kevin McCaffrey made his network TV debut on The Late Show with David Letterman in 2013, and was a regular for 7 years on truTV Presents: World’s Dumbest, doing 200 episodes that will rerun until […]
Much Ado About Nothing (ASL-interpreted)
Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre 92 Gay Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesIt's a whirlwind of wit, romance and mischief when sharp-tongued Beatrice reunites with charming Benedick in Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing"! Bring your chairs, pack a picnic and enjoy a little delightful chaos as the Moppets present this classic romantic comedy at Hazel Robinson Amphitheater. 5pm Friday, August 2 5pm Saturday, August 3 5pm Sunday, […]
Pasta Making Class at The Farm
The Farm - A Gathering Place 215 Justice Ridge Road, Asheville, NC, United StatesMake pasta from scratch – ravioli, long noodles, and gnocchi with traditional sauces and accompaniments. Each class includes: 3 hours of instruction, a full meal and drinks! Regardless of your skill level, we are confident you will leave with new tips and tricks to use in your home kitchen. Classes are limited to just 12 […]
Carnatic Music: Kamalakiran Vinjamuri, Krupa Sekhar, and Athrey Nadhan
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaPerformance: Kamalakiran Vinjamuri (violin), Krupa Sekhar (violin), and Athrey Nadhan (mridangam) Friday, August 9, 2024 at 7pm Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center {120 College Street} TICKETS – $15 General Admission / $10 BMCM+AC members + Students w/ID Join us for an evening of Carnatic music with the renowned virtuoso Kamalakiran Vinjamuri. A distinguished […]
Don’t Tell Comedy, South Slope Asheville
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleSecret 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 sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on […]
Secret Monkey Weekend + The Trick Threat
Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesAll-ages show! Secret Monkey Weekend + The Trick Threat take the Citizen Vinyl stage on Friday, August 9, 6 p.m. doors and 7 p.m. show. $12 advance / $15 at the door. SECRET MONKEY WEEKEND: Fresh from an Emmy win for their role in the PBS NC feature on the family and band, Secret Monkey […]
Don’t Tell Comedy, South Slope Asheville
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleSecret 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 sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on […]
Sourwood Festival
Downtown Black Mountain NC, United StatesDowntown Black Mountain’s Sourwood Festival is a vibrant celebration of our bees and locally-produced sourwood honey, proudly presented by the local Chamber of Commerce. Wander through several streets adorned with 200 vendors, indulge in festival delicacies, and enjoy a diverse range of live music. As the festival unfolds on side streets, our Main Street stays […]
Blue Ridge Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival
Shelton House - WNC History, Heritage and Crafts 49 Shelton Street, Waynesville, NC, United StatesStep into the past at this free-to-enter cultural heritage festival. Featuring artists and artisans from near and far, food vendors, and traditional Appalachian music on the porch of the historic 1875 home. Bring your blankets, chairs, an appetite for fun and settle on the front lawn for two days of fun and entertainment! Enjoy the […]
YMCA of WNC Leaders Club Lock-In
Reuter Family YMCA 3 Town Square Blvd, AshevilleGet introduced to our Leaders Club program with a lock-in on Aug. 10-11! Parents can join for an informational session from 4-5 p.m. and then Teens Only Time begins! Bring a sleeping bag, pillows, swim attire, water bottle, toiletries, and change of clothes.
Much Ado About Nothing
Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre 92 Gay Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesIt's a whirlwind of wit, romance and mischief when sharp-tongued Beatrice reunites with charming Benedick in Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing"! Bring your chairs, pack a picnic and enjoy a little delightful chaos as the Moppets present this classic romantic comedy at Hazel Robinson Amphitheater. 5pm Friday, August 2 5pm Saturday, August 3 5pm Sunday, […]
Modelface Comedy presents Dustin Nickerson at Eulogy AVL
Eulogy 10 Buxton Ave, AshevilleModelface Comedy Presents: **Dustin Nickerson** Saturday, August 10th, 2024 Eulogy - 10 Buxton Ave. Asheville, NC 28801 Doors 7PM || Show 8PM **Dustin Nickerson** A Seattle native now suffering in Southern California, Dustin Nickerson is an in demand comic on the rise. In 2020, he released his debut comedy special Overwhelmed which is currently one […]
Xtreme Comedy Showcase at DSSOLVR
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleModelface Comedy presents Xtreme Comedy Showcase on the DSSOLVR patio DSSOLVR Brewing is releasing a new XPA (Extra Pale Ale) and we are celebrating with an Xtreme comedy show on the patio. A group of the most XTREME local and regional comics will be telling jokes and drinking beers on stage! ages 21+ Doors at […]
Music from the Crosskeys Tavern
Black Mountain Presbyterian Church 117 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesAsheville Baroque Concerts presents a program of Scottish Baroque and Traditional Tunes. The program brings to life the unique repertoire of 18th-century Scotland, a mix of homegrown with imported Italian, using baroque instruments on works by Corelli, Geminiani and Oswald, juxtaposed with traditional instruments on Celtic tunes. Experience the contrasting facets of Scottish Baroque music […]
Songs My Daddy Taught Me
Parish Hall - St. John in the Wilderness 1905 Greenville Highway, Flat RockFriends of Music Presents Songs My Daddy Taught Me FLAT ROCK, N.C. The Friends of Music at the Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness in Flat Rock will present a concert, “Songs My Daddy Taught Me” on Sunday afternoon, August 11, at four o’clock in the Parish Hall across the street from the […]
Much Ado About Nothing
Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre 92 Gay Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesIt's a whirlwind of wit, romance and mischief when sharp-tongued Beatrice reunites with charming Benedick in Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing"! Bring your chairs, pack a picnic and enjoy a little delightful chaos as the Moppets present this classic romantic comedy at Hazel Robinson Amphitheater. 5pm Friday, August 2 5pm Saturday, August 3 5pm Sunday, […]
John Vercher in conversation with Jason Mott
Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesMalaprop's Bookstore / Café presents: John Vercher in conversation with Jason Mott on August 11 at Citizen Vinyl. Doors at 6 p.m., author event at 7 p.m. Free! John Vercher lives in the Philadelphia region with his wife and two sons and has an MFA in Creative Writing from the Mountainview Master of Fine Arts […]
Comedy for Community at The Grey Eagle
The Grey Eagle 185 Clingman Ave, AshevilleModelface Comedy and Ginger's Revenge Present: Comedy For Community Doors: 6:00 PM Show: 7:00 PM DAY OF: $20.00 ADVANCED: $15.00 PREMIUM SEATING: $20.00 ALL AGES SEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE Purchase Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/servlet/s/38211015 MODELFACE COMEDY AND GINGER'S REVENGE PRESENT: Comedy for Community Locals supporting locals is the heart of Asheville Comedy […]
XP League Asheville – Esports Summer Camp!
XP LEAGUE ASHEVILLE 15 LOOP ROAD, SUITE 2B, ARDENXP League Camps are designed to engage kids at many different levels. Not only do kids get to meet new friends and improve their skills in the games they love to play, but they will learn about teamwork, communications, sportsmanship, esports health, nutrition, esports psychology, stretching and exercise, mindset and motivation, boosting focus, and so […]
Free Hendersonville Rockstar Connect Networking Event (August, NC)
trailside brewing co 873 Lenox Park Drive, HendersonvilleAre you ready to rock the networking scene in Hendersonville? Join us for an unforgettable evening of connection and opportunity at the Rockstar Connect Networking Event on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, from 6 PM to 8 PM at Trailside Brewing Co. Hosted by Jeff Patterson, this event is all about building meaningful relationships with people […]
The “Hot” Seat
YMI Cultural Center 39 S. Market Street, AshevilleA conversation with local industry professionals and economic stakeholders on one of Asheville's biggest exports and industries - Food and Bev. Join local officials and business folks from the food and beverage industry in a discussion about the good, the bad, and the changing. In this “Lunch and Learn” style chat, we’ll tackle where we […]
Bite Me AVL
Rabbit Rabbit 75 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NCJoin us for Bite Me AVL 2024 from August 14-18, a unique celebration of Asheville's vibrant food culture. This festival offers a diverse range of experiences, including cooking classes, gourmet dinners, interactive workshops, engaging conversations, and late-night events. Our mission is to support Asheville's local food community by celebrating established businesses, activating communities, and welcoming […]
2025 Craft Research Fund Virtual Information Session
Center for Craft: Virtual Online Webinar 67 Broadway, Asheville, NC, United StatesApplications for the 2025 Craft Research Fund are now open! The Craft Research Fund supports innovative research about craft in the United States. Grants up to $15,000 are available to investigate critical and neglected issues in craft theory, history, and criticism, as well as new cross-disciplinary approaches to scholarship. Apply by October 4, 2024. No […]
The Power of Words to Feed the Soul
YMI Cultural Center 39 S. Market Street, AshevilleConnie Matisse, writer and co-founder of East Fork Pottery, and David Gate, a poet, writer, and visual artist, are teaming up for a laid-back chat about the magic of words. Connie's knack for storytelling has helped turn East Fork into a beloved brand, while David, originally from London and now living in Asheville, focuses on […]
Frances Mayes reading & book signing
Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesMalaprop's presents: A reading and booksigning by Frances Mayes in celebration of her new novel, A Great Marriage. The event takes place at Citizen Vinyl on Wednesday, Aug. 14. 5 p.m. doors, 5:30 p.m. meet and greet with cocktails, 7 p.m. reading followed by book signing. $38 (includes a copy of the book). About A […]
I’m Just Not Myself Tonight
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesLas Vegas Comic Impressionist Ken Block loves nothing more than to deliver a performance that will thrill everyone. Get ready for an evening (90 minutes) of laughter, surprises, and unforgettable entertainment as Comic Impressionist Ken Block takes the stage. He is a ball of energy and one of the most versatile comic impressionists on the […]
THEM! a queer/ femme comedy showcase
LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesEyes Up Here Comedy and Modelface Comedy present THEM! a queer/ femme comedy showcase featuring a group of amazing up and coming comedians from our monthly Everybody But You Bro Open Mic. Arrive early and participate in our Everybody But You Bro Open Mic from 6:30-8pm Hosted by Erin Terry and Danny Felix ages 18+ […]
The Campfireball: The Nevers
Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, AshevillePart game show, part talk show, part what’s going to happen next — The Campfireball is one-of-a-kind live experience inspired by the lives and stories of the people in the audience. On August 15th at Story Parlor the theme is The Nevers: an exploration of the things we never thought we’d do, the people we […]
