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.
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Please allow up to 5 days for your event to be posted. If you encounter difficulties submitting an event, please email amy@thelaurelofasheville.com.
Events
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The Art of Presence: Meditation and Reflection in the Museum
Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, AshevilleStep into the Museum’s galleries before the doors open for a quiet and contemplative morning of meditation, mindful walking, and reflection. This guided experience invites participants to slow down, settle the nervous system, and explore the Museum as a place of sanctuary, spaciousness, and renewal. The session will begin with a brief seated meditation, followed […]
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Pebble Stacker Silver Rings Workshop
Ignite Jewelry Studios 84 W Walnut St Unit A, AshevilleJoin us at Ignite Jewelry Studios for a hands-on metalsmithing experience where you’ll create a set of three rings in sterling silver! Your skilled instructor will guide you through each step of the process, from shaping and forming your rings to torch soldering and finishing. You’ll leave with a complete set of custom-sized rings that […]
$125.00 -
Weaverville Art Safari
Weaverville Area 7 private gardens, WNC, NC, United StatesThe Fall Weaverville Art Safari will take place November 7 and 8 2026. Widely recognized for the quality of the work, Art Safari also gives guests the unique opportunity to meander through this beautiful area. You’ll enjoy meeting our 85 artists at 36 studios. The Weaverville Art Safari is a favorite of both locals and […]
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Make Your Own Mushroom Log: Beginner Mushroom Inoculation
Asheville Tool Library 16 Smith Mill Rd, AshevilleJoin certified mushroom experts Sweet Dee and Jesse of Resting Point Farms and make your own mushroom log. Get your hands dirty and learn the art of cultivating delicious mushrooms! During the workshop you will: • Learn basic identification principles for mushrooms and trees; • Implement a Power Drill; • Implement a Mushroom inoculating bit […]
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Margaret Curtis: Mental Notes
Tracey Morgan Gallery 188 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe works included in this exhibition span over a decade and focus on themes of climate change, societal decay, and apocalyptic dread. With distinct wit and craftsmanship, Curtis addresses these universal threats from a deeply personal perspective. The work, Spot Fire and Flash Flood, is informed by the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon wildfire of 2022, which […]
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Adult Studio: Needle Felting
Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, AshevilleExplore the natural qualities of pure wool roving and a simple handheld tool, the barbed felting needle, to lock fibers together into layered, beautiful art pieces. Easy to learn, impressive to show off, incredibly soothing to create! This three hour workshop is designed for beginners to wool craft, but all experience levels are welcome. Jessica […]
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Hammered Wide Band Ring
Ignite Jewelry Studios 84 W Walnut St Unit A, AshevilleJoin us at Ignite Jewelry Studios for a hands-on jewelry-making workshop in downtown Asheville where you’ll create your own hammered sterling silver wide-band ring. No previous jewelry-making experience is required! One of Ignite’s skilled metalsmithing instructors will guide you step by step through the entire process, including measuring, shaping, soldering with a torch, hammering, and […]
$120.00 -
Patio Show: JM Stevens
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE JM Stevens “I’d never done a stripped-down album like this before,” says Austin, Texas-based Americana artist JM Stevens. “It felt like a bold move and a challenge to myself to go in that direction, as there’s nothing to hide behind.” Stevens is referring to his third […]
$12.89 -
Restorative Yoga Sound Bath
Rad Yoga 20 Artful Way Suite 110, AshevilleGentle restorative yoga postures are woven throughout this sound bath experience. Cushions, props, and blankets completely support your body so you can relax and soak up the soothing and healing sounds. Restorative poses promote deep release and relaxation, and sound baths entrain our brainwaves to shift into a dreamlike state. The gentle supported stretching combined […]
$35 -
Eyes Up Here Comedy: Books & Baddies Edition
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy Club presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! This month we are celebrating our love of books by collecting donations for Read 2 Succeed! 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. […]
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Jazz for Home
Mars Landing Arts Center 37 Library Street, Mars HillJoin the Community Housing Coalition of Madison County at Mars Landing Arts Center for an unforgettable evening of jazz and community that benefits its home repair programs. November 7, 2026, 7:00. Help keep our residents in safe, healthy homes! Tickets https://marslandinggalleries.com/performances
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Cabochon Basics- Cutting and Polishing with Dan Portale
Ignite Jewelry Studios 84 W Walnut St Unit A, AshevilleLearn to cut rough stone material into cabochons! You’ll learn the basics of cutting, shaping, and plishing a cabachon stone with instructor Dan Portale on a Cab King polishing machine. He will also talk about your selection of rough materials. Each person will cut and finish a cabochon during the workshop to take with them. […]
$100.00 -
Exhibition on Screen | The Danish Collector: Delacroix to Gauguin
Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, AshevilleFor many years no-one was interested in the art of the Impressionists. Artists like Monet, Degas and Renoir were vilified, attacked, and left penniless as a result. Then, something remarkable happened. A new breed of collectors emerged and, before long, they were battling to acquire any work by these new, radical artists that they could […]
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Afro Rhythm with Chinobay & Jordan 11.8
The White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesUgandan musician Chinobay and blind born singer-songwriter Jordan Scheffer create a powerful musical conversation that bridges continents, traditions, and genres. Rooted in African rhythms, storytelling, and global fusion, their performances weave together the warm, expressive voice of Jordan Scheffer with Chinobay’s masterful musicianship on instruments including the Kora, Kalimba, Endongo, and Talking drum. Together, they […]
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Information Lecture: A Path to Restoring Body, Mind & Spirit
Hampton Inn Hendersonville 155 Sugarloaf Rd., Hendersonville, NCDate: Sunday, November 8, 2026 Time: 3:30–5:00 p.m. Location: Hampton Inn Hendersonville, 155 Sugarloaf Rd, Hendersonville, NC 28792 Admission: Free The extraordinary healings that occurred through Bruno Gröning (1906-1959) ushered in a new era of spiritual healing. Bruno Groening brought a simple message: there is a higher power that is the basis of all living […]
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The Gift of Time: Ancestor Zine-ing
Conspire Studio 181 Charlotte Street, Suite 200, Asheville, NC, United StatesThis workshop moves through the liminal window of time between Halloween and Thanksgiving, inviting participants to connect with their ancestors through zine making. The workshop will be held on Sundays, November 1, 8, 15 and 22, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Conspire Studio. This is a phone free space, community art-ing time for those […]
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RAD Comedy: The Ryan, Ryan, Ryan Show
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleModelface Comedy Club brings you the best stand up comedians from all over the country and this week we have an all Ryan lineup! RYAN RYAN RYAN is a celebration of Ryan's in comedy and a declaration of war against all Bryans in comedy. Three of the best Ryan's in the South will be sharing […]
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ENCORE CLASS! ABSTRACT PAINTING UNLEASHED – BOLD MARKS AND BRAVE LAYERS with Jodi Ohl
310 Art 191 Lyman Street, Asheville, NCIf you're drawn to abstract art with strong visual impact but struggle to create paintings that feel cohesive rather than chaotic, this workshop is designed for you. During this two-day immersive studio experience, you'll learn the process Jodi uses to build dynamic abstract paintings filled with movement, contrast, texture, and personality. Through a series of […]
$455.00 -
Thank You Fest 2026 — Free Coffee for WNC’s Nonprofit Community
AFP WNC invites WNC fundraisers, nonprofit staff, volunteers and donors to take a coffee break in celebration of National Philanthropy Day. Enjoy complimentary coffee, assemble a comfort care package and meet others working for our communities. Guests can also enter to win admission to AFP WNC’s 2027 monthly programs. Tuesday, November 10, at seven participating […]
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SLOW STITCHING with Miriam Hughes
310 Art 191 Lyman Street, Asheville, NCMiriam Hughes, local artist and reborn hand sewer is offering an exciting new workshop on the joys of slow stitching - for ANY level, no sewing experience needed! Slow stitching is an approach to hand-made textile art and embroidery that emphasizes a mindful, contemplative, and unhurried process. It involves taking time to savor each stitch, […]
$145.00 -
Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesSTANDING ROOM ONLY TEEN JESUS AND THE JEAN TEASERS ARIA Award-winning indie-rock four piece Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers – Anna Ryan (they/she; vocals/guitar), Scarlett McKahey (she/her; guitar/vocals), Jaida Stephenson (she/her; bass) and Neve van Boxsel (she/her; drums) – have gone from strength to strength since the release of their debut EP Pretty Good […]
$27.39 -
Margaret Curtis: Mental Notes
Tracey Morgan Gallery 188 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe works included in this exhibition span over a decade and focus on themes of climate change, societal decay, and apocalyptic dread. With distinct wit and craftsmanship, Curtis addresses these universal threats from a deeply personal perspective. The work, Spot Fire and Flash Flood, is informed by the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon wildfire of 2022, which […]
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5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
Homewood 19 Zillicoa St, Asheville, NCConnections How do we get out of heads and into our bodies? Sometimes we are so busy and disconnected from ourselves and bodies. In the 5Rhythms movement practice, we find our way to ground and connect to our feet and to awaken parts of ourselves that have been dormant or a sleep. Having connection w/others […]
$15 – $25 -
Beekeeping 102: Ins & Outs of Beekeeping
Asheville Tool Library 16 Smith Mill Rd, AshevilleIn part two of this two-part Beginner Beekeeping series, the Ins & Outs of Beekeeping will cover everything you need to know to get your own beekeeping operation started! Beekeeping 101 is NOT a prerequisite for this workshop. Led by Carmen of Feral Farms Beekeeping, this lecture-based workshop participants will cover everything you need to […]
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Rumpelstiltskin – Playhouse Jr. – 11/12-11/15
Flat Rock Playhouse 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, NC, United States A world premiere musical spun from the Grimm Brothers’ classic — a tale of gold, grit, and a touch of magic, set to a captivating score that fuses folk, rap, and percussion. The kingdom is in crisis, the villagers are hungry, and their future rests in the hands of a poor miller’s daughter. Her […]
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HOUSE OF WAX – MIXED MEDIA ENCAUSTIC HOUSES with Bridget Benton
310 Art 191 Lyman Street, Asheville, NCWhether the houses you create are a symbol of sanctuary, an homage to family, a home for whimsical, or even a little kooky and creepy, you'll have fun in this beginner-friendly workshop! Every participant will get two blocks of wood in rough-cut house shapes to embellish with mixed-media, collage, encaustic wax, and dimensional objects! In […]
$185.00 -
Margaret Curtis: Mental Notes
Tracey Morgan Gallery 188 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe works included in this exhibition span over a decade and focus on themes of climate change, societal decay, and apocalyptic dread. With distinct wit and craftsmanship, Curtis addresses these universal threats from a deeply personal perspective. The work, Spot Fire and Flash Flood, is informed by the Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon wildfire of 2022, which […]
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11th Annual NC Medicinal Herb Grower and Buyer Event
Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center 455 Research Drive, Mills River, NC, United StatesJoin medicinal herb farmers, buyers, herbalists, and more to celebrate the season at the 11th Annual NC Medicinal Herb Grower Buyer Event in Mills River, NC! The not-to-miss event for medicinal herb growers wanting to connect to potential buyers! -Buyer presentations and "most wanted" lists, conversations about contract growing -Opportunities for growers to share product […]
$12.00 -
11th Annual NC Medicinal Herb Grower and Buyer Event
Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center 455 Research Drive, Mills River, NC, United StatesJoin medicinal herb farmers, buyers, herbalists, and more to celebrate the season at the 11th Annual NC Medicinal Herb Grower Buyer Event in Mills River, NC! The not-to-miss event for medicinal herb growers wanting to connect to potential buyers! -Buyer presentations and "most wanted" lists, conversations about contract growing -Opportunities for growers to share product […]
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Ambleside Gallery’s Grand Opening
30 all souls crescent 30 All souls Crescent, ashevilleGrand Opening Details Event: Ambleside Gallery Grand Opening Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026 Time: 5:30–8:30 p.m. Location: 30 All Souls Crescent, Asheville, NC 28803 Admission: Free and open to the public RSVP: Not required Website: www.amblesidegallery.com About Ambleside Gallery Founded in Manchester, England, in 1982, Ambleside Gallery is dedicated to presenting fine art distinguished by […]
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PERFORMANCE: Eternal September :: ßynthündßäx
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaJoin us for an evening performance at BMCM+AC with William Brittelle, Erika Dohi, and Timo Vollbrecht. Their performance will expand the universe of Eternal September, an alternate reality project spanning experimental music, video art, installation, and more.
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Tryon Little Theater’s “12 Angry Jurors”
Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., Tryon"12 Angry Jurors", a courtroom drama, will be presented at the TLT Workshop Nov. 12-15 and 19-22. Directed by Gerard Prendergast, and produced by Jody McPherson, this dramatic play revolves around a jury who deliberate whether or not a 19-year-old man is guilty of murdering his father. The jury votes 11-1 that he’s guilty, but […]
$15 – $25 -
MOMIX: Botanica
MOMIX Botanica is a lush, surreal journey through nature’s ever-changing imagery, following the rhythms of the seasons and the passing of a day. This larger-than-life spectacle fuses world-class athleticism with an eclectic score ranging from birdsong to the elegance of Vivaldi. Acting as a restorative “herbal remedy” for the senses, this feast for the eyes […]
$10 – $45 -
Jesse Roper
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesSTANDING ROOM ONLY JESSE ROPER Jesse Roper is a modern-day troubadour; a Canadian artist defined by his authenticity and adventurous spirit; guitar in hand and a grin on his face. Jesse, along with long-time bandmates the Pretty Good Band, has spent much of the last few years travelling the highways, byways and backroads of North […]
$26.18 -
Starstruck Charm Workshop
Ignite Jewelry Studios 84 W Walnut St Unit A, AshevilleMake it yourself! Join us at our downtown Asheville metalsmithing studio to make this silver + brass + CZ star charm. You'll solder, set, stamp, and polish your charm. Leave with your finished piece! *Brass Charm, Sterling Silver Chain/Jump Ring/Setting included **Silver charm upgrades and additional gemstones available upon request
$75.00
