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].
More than Corn: Challenges and Adaptations to Contemporary American Indian Foodways
UNCA: Highsmith Union, Blue Ridge Room One University Hts., AshevilleIn this conversation about Indigenous foodways in the American South, Lumbee historian Malinda Maynor Lowery and Cherokee anthropologist Courtney Lewis will propose a new food framework, one that incorporates Native Peoples’ contemporary and creative foodways.
Town Hall on the Future of End-of-Life Psychedelic Care
Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Institute for Psychedelics & Death presents The World's First Town Hall on the Future of End of Life Psychedelic Care at Citizen Vinyl on October 16, 7-9 p.m. Free. The event will be led by Diana McCall, founder if Artemesis Facilitation. Special guests include Michael Mithoefer & Annie Mithoefer, MDMA-assisted therapy researchers; Aditi Sethi, […]
Blowin’ Smoke Comedy Show at DSSOLVR
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleModelface Comedy presents Blowin' Smoke Comedy Showcase on the DSSOLVR patio DSSOLVR Brewing has some of the most innovative and wild beers, seltzers and more in Asheville. There is always something new to enjoy on the patio and nothing pairs better with hard seltzer than vaping! A group of the best local and regional comics […]
Unexpected Art + Objects: Pop-Up by Artists Beth Elliott & Liberty Hanson-Wild at Curve Studios
CURVE Studios & Garden #5 River Arts Place, Asheville, NC, United StatesThis art pop-up offers an engaging experience of unexpected art and objects, featuring a captivating blend of functional pottery, sculptural forms, encaustic paintings, and mixed-media collages. This collection challenges traditional forms while celebrating creative freedom and the beauty of imperfection. Event Details: Dates: Thursday, October 17th - Saturday, October 19th Time: 10 AM - 5 […]
Learning to Dance with Dementia
Parish Hall - St. John in the Wilderness 1905 Greenville Highway, Flat RockExplore an Afternoon of Awareness Learning to Dance with Dementia: When to Lead, When to Follow and When to Get Out of the Way The Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness in Flat Rock will present a free workshop “Learning to Dance with Dementia: When to Lead, When to Follow and When to […]
The Wildwoods at Asheville Outpost (at Grey Eagle) October 17
The Outpost 521 Amboy Rd., AshevilleNEBRASKA FOLK-AMERICANA TRIO THE WILDWOODS TAKE TO CONCERT STAGES THIS SPRING AND SUMMER AS THEY PREPARE THEIR FOURTH FULL-LENGTH ALBUM By Mario Tarradell If music is a salve, then The Wildwoods could heal the world. The folk-Americana trio from Lincoln, Nebraska takes to guitar, violin, upright bass, and microphones with the simple purity of peaceful […]
Radical Reflection: Full Moon Meditation
The Radical 95 Roberts Street, AshvilleThe hotel invites everyone to join in an evening guided by Luna Ray, as she fills the air with her sweet sounds and leads a gentle moving meditation in celebration of the Full Moon. The class will take place in The Radical’s groovy private space, Pretty Vacant. Visit the website: https://www.theradicalavl.com/
Modelface Comedy presents: Friday Night Laughs
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have the Freaky Night Laughs stand-up comedy showcase! Some of the best local and national comedians are getting silly at Catawba Brewing!! Clear Eyes, Full Beers, Can't Lose featuring TBA ages 18+ doors 6:30pm, show at 7pm Tickets […]
Hamlet
Attic Salt Theater 2002 Riverside Drive Suite 42-O, Woodfin, NC, United StatesWilliam Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” explores the idea of fate versus free will, following a young prince as he grapples with grief, betrayal and the pursuit of justice. 7:30pm Friday Oct 11 7:30pm Saturday Oct 12 1pm Sunday Oct 13 7:30pm Friday Oct 18 7:30pm Saturday Oct 19 1pm Sunday Oct 20
The Comedy Zone – Kevin Bozeman
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleThe nation’s largest comedy club network is back! After a popular run in Tina McGuire Theatre the past two seasons, this hilarious collective returns, bringing top-notch comedians for four weekends of laughter. Some of the hottest stand-up comedians of today — seen in specials on Comedy Central, HBO Comedy, Netflix, Hulu and more — deliver […]
2024 Asheville Flamenco Festival
Kittredge Theater 701 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa, NC, United StatesJoin Flamenco Appalachia for the 2024 Asheville Flamenco Festival, October 19th through 27th! Experience the passionate rhythms of Flamenco with performances, community events, and classes. Don’t miss the kickoff at LEAF Festival on October 19th. Celebrate with us at our Fiesta Flamenca on October 20th, and immerse yourself in Flamenco dance and guitar classes from […]
Apple Harvest Festival
Downtown Waynesville Main Street Main St, WaynesvilleNamed one of the “10 Best Fall Harvest Festivals in the Nation,” this annual street festival showcases the bounty of local apple growers whose mountain-grown apples offer a delicious way to embrace the fall season. Delight in an array of apple-inspired treats, from cider to cakes and pies. Wander along the historic Main Street, dotted […]
Western North Carolina Parade of Homes
The 43rd annual Western North Carolina Parade of Homes, on the weekends of October 12-13 and October 19-20, is a free, self-guided showcase of new and renovated homes by builders in such areas as Asheville, Hendersonville, Brevard, Black Mountain, Fairview, and Clyde. You can tour homes in person or virtually. For information, visit wncparadeofhomes.com.
Blue Ridge Humane Society 4th Annual Historic 7th Avenue District Pup Crawl
Join us for the 4th Annual Historic 7th Avenue District Pup Crawl, where dog owners and pet lovers come together for a fun experience and raise funds for Blue Ridge Humane Society. Participants purchase “Pawsports” and tour dog-friendly 7th Avenue District food and beverage businesses, earning stamps at each stop for a chance to win […]
Blue Ridge Orchestra’s “Finding Home”, Haywood Community College
Haywood Community College, Charles Beall Auditorium, Hemlock Building 185 Freedlander Drive, ClydeJoin the Blue Ridge Orchestra for a musical celebration of fall in two 3:00 pm concerts: on Saturday, October 19th in Charles Beall Auditorium of Haywood Community College; and on Sunday, October 20th in Lipinsky Auditorium, UNC Asheville. Finding Home elicits the many emotions that accompany life’s journey and explorations. Experiencing the magic of both […]
Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Asheville Masonic Temple 80 Broadway , AshevilleCandlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Asheville. Get your tickets now to discover music inspired by Halloween at Asheville Masonic Temple under the gentle glow of candlelight. General Info Venue: Asheville Masonic Temple Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the […]
A Slice of Life: An Evening of Stories
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesJoin nationally celebrated storyteller Connie Regan-Blake as she welcomes her storytelling workshop participants to the stage for “A Slice of Life: An Evening of Stories.” This year's tellers TBA. Connie is emceeing this evening of unique voices. The last several “Slice of Life” shows have been sell-outs – so get your tickets early! October […]
HAMLET
Attic Salt Theater 2002 Riverside Drive Suite 42-O, Woodfin, NC, United StatesWilliam Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” explores the idea of fate versus free will, following a young prince as he grapples with grief, betrayal and the pursuit of justice. 7:30pm Friday Oct 11 7:30pm Saturday Oct 12 1pm Sunday Oct 13 7:30pm Friday Oct 18 7:30pm Saturday Oct 19 1pm Sunday Oct 20
The Comedy Zone – Kevin Bozeman
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleThe nation’s largest comedy club network is back! After a popular run in Tina McGuire Theatre the past two seasons, this hilarious collective returns, bringing top-notch comedians for four weekends of laughter. Some of the hottest stand-up comedians of today — seen in specials on Comedy Central, HBO Comedy, Netflix, Hulu and more — deliver […]
Western North Carolina Parade of Homes
The 43rd annual Western North Carolina Parade of Homes, on the weekends of October 12-13 and October 19-20, is a free, self-guided showcase of new and renovated homes by builders in such areas as Asheville, Hendersonville, Brevard, Black Mountain, Fairview, and Clyde. You can tour homes in person or virtually. For information, visit wncparadeofhomes.com.
HAMLET
Attic Salt Theater 2002 Riverside Drive Suite 42-O, Woodfin, NC, United StatesWilliam Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” explores the idea of fate versus free will, following a young prince as he grapples with grief, betrayal and the pursuit of justice. 7:30pm Friday Oct 11 7:30pm Saturday Oct 12 1pm Sunday Oct 13 7:30pm Friday Oct 18 7:30pm Saturday Oct 19 1pm Sunday Oct 20
Blue Ridge Orchestra’s “Finding Home”, UNC Asheville
Lipinsky Auditorium One University Heights, Asheville, NCJoin the Blue Ridge Orchestra for a musical celebration of fall in two 3:00 pm concerts: on Saturday, October 19th in Charles Beall Auditorium of Haywood Community College; and on Sunday, October 20th in Lipinsky Auditorium, UNC Asheville. Finding Home elicits the many emotions that accompany life’s journey and explorations. Experiencing the magic of both […]
Senderos 20th Anniversary Celebration
Highland Brewing Company 12 Old Charlotte Hwy, , AshevilleSenderos is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting children and communities in Guatemala through educational initiatives. The Celebration will feature live music from students in the El Tejar Music Program, presented via video feed. Attendees will also enjoy one complimentary drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic), authentic Guatemalan finger foods, and a big dose of inspiration. Your […]
Hemlock Treatment Demonstration
The North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, AshevilleThe Hemlock Restoration Initiative (HRI) is hosting a demonstration of chemical treatment methods to control the invasive hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) on Tuesday, October 22nd from 1pm to 4pm at the NC Arboretum, located at 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC. Hemlock trees in western North Carolina are an important and irreplaceable component of […]
Funky Fresh Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy presents Funky Fresh Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! The Comedy is Funky but the ginger beer is Fresh Funky Fresh Comedy is an extra silly night of live comedy on the patio at Ginger's Revenge! A fun mix of your favorite local comics and some silly boys from NYC! All for only $7!!! Ginger's […]
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
Homewood 19 Zillicoa St, Asheville, NCFind The Warrior in You! We are not cancelled! Join Karen to move your truth and how you are emotionally and physically with the aftermath of Helene! Stand and move to what you believe in! Be Brave, Courageous and Bold! How do you protect your inner core or your soul? We move to the Maps […]
Breabach
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleSecurely ranked among Scotland’s most innovative musical exports, this skilled and imaginative contemporary folk act unites Highland and Island traditions, infusing the old with the new to create a sound that’s fresh and distinctive, yet stays true to its heritage. In performances as “polished as passionate,” the multi-award-winning group matches “fiery intensity with exquisite finesse” […]
Misery
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesTrue life becomes stranger than fiction when an acclaimed romance novelist wakes up in the home of his “number one fan.” Rescued from a wintery car crash, Sheldon finds himself incapacitated and convalescing in the secluded home of Annie Wilkes, a seemingly kind nurse. When events take a nightmarish turn, the injured Paul realizes the […]
Buffoonery, a super silly comedy show 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 an extra silly comedy showcase! Aaron Naylor is one of the silliest boys around and he will be hosting a night of pure buffoonery at the LaZoom Room!! Aaron will be joined with a group of silly-billy local and […]
Volunteer Work Day with the Forest Restoration Alliance
Waynesville, NC Waynesville, NC—This event is STILL ON despite the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. We hope that by continuing to provide this opportunity for some simple plant therapy and connection with each other, this nature restoration-centered event may offer some reprieve from the daily realities so many of us have been experiencing.— Join the Hemlock Restoration Initiative on […]
Thriller Spiller: Halloween Dance Workshop
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesGrab some friends and prepare to get spooky. In this two-hour workshop, you will learn choreography from Michael Jackson’s Creepy Classic “Thriller” and sip on a Spooky Halloween-themed cocktail (or mocktail if you’d rather). No dance experience is necessary, but costumes are encouraged! October 25th • 6-8pm Registration $25, Members $20 Ages 21+
Fuego Fridays
LEAF Global Arts 19 Eagle St., AshevilleJoin us the Final Friday of each month at LEAF Global Experience for Fuego Friday!! This is a Salsa Social complete with DJ Dance Party with DJ Haviken Hayes and Dance Lesson with Monika Guerra! 6-10 p.m., $15
Dasan Ahanu
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleWeaving a spell with emotional, inspirational and expressive poetry, this award-winning writer and spoken-word artist mesmerizes audiences with his unabashed heart, raw energy and profound truths.
Comedy at Catawba: Chris Martin
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Chris Martin from NYC!! Chris is a British standup, actor, and writer who has toured in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. Described as "one of the UK’s best young observationalists” by The Guardian. His TV credits […]
Crisp Comedy Live in Leicester, The Undead Edition
Noble Cidery and Taproom 356 New Leicester Highway, Asheville, NCrisp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester, NC at Noble Cider and hosted by Leicesters own Clay Jones! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two shows are the same! This month we have a spooky lineup of some of our favorite comedians! Featuring Clay Jones, Gabe Kerr, Scott Wharton and […]
