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].
Anything Fiber Sale
AB Tech Conference Center 16 Fernihurst Drive, AshevilleJoin Local Cloth for our annual Anything Fiber Sale—a fiber lover’s dream "yard sale"! Hunt for yarns, fabrics, tools, and quirky fiber treasures while supporting Western NC’s creative community and ongoing Hurricane Helene recovery efforts. Why make it a weekend? Asheville’s vibrant arts scene awaits! ✨ Galleries & studios – Spark inspiration at River Arts […]
Pop-up parking lot Book Sale
Marshall Library 1335 N Main St, Marshall$5 for each filled bag of books! Have fun going through many boxes of books, many in excellent condition and are of many genres including non-fiction. Books for everyone! The sale is in the Marshall Public Library parking lot. All proceeds go to the library for projects and events.
Something Rotten!
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBook by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick Conceived by Karey Kirkpatrick and Wayne Kirkpatrick Presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com July 24-August 10, 2025 Thursday, 7/24 at 7:30 (pay what you can available […]
Modelface Comedy Presents Dustin Nickerson
AyurPrana Listening Room 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NCModelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville. This weekend we have Dustin Nickerson at AyurPrana Listening Room in West Asheville!! About Dustin 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 […]
Sonic Shadows: Featuring Min Xiao-Fen, Zack Page, with master puppeteer Hobey Ford
Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, Asheville“Sonic Shadows” brings to life the timeless romance between Emperor Wu of Han (Liu Che, 141 BC–87 BC) and his beloved concubine, Lady Li. After Lady Li’s passing, a courtier’s shadow puppet play comforted the grieving emperor, becoming his favorite pastime. Now, witness Hobey Ford’s masterful puppetry as his creative figures come to life, moving […]
CMS of the Carolinas presents: Bohemian Rhapsody
Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church 101 Chapel Lane, SwannanoaProgram: Franz Krommer: Quartet No. 2 in F major for oboe & strings (1780-90) Georg Druschetzky: Quartet in G minor for oboe & strings Folk Song Suite, arr. Nathan Mondry Selections by Katerina Victoria Dusikova-Cianchettini for String Trio Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Quartet for oboe and strings in F major, K.370 (1781) Don’t miss the CMS […]
41st Annual Grassy Creek Mineral and Gem Show
Spruce Pine 136 Majestic View, Spruce Pine, NC, United StatesThe 41st Annual Grassy Creek Mineral and Gem Show will be held July 27 to August 3, at 136 Majestic View in Spruce Pine. The show is sponsored by Parkway Rescue and Fire, and hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day. The annual event enables Parkway Rescue and Fire to purchase new equipment […]
Wild Souls Authentic Movement Class
Dunn's Rock Community Center 461 Conestee Rd, Brevard, NC, United StatesWild 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. […]
Something Rotten!
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBook by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick Conceived by Karey Kirkpatrick and Wayne Kirkpatrick Presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com July 24-August 10, 2025 Thursday, 7/24 at 7:30 (pay what you can available […]
Becomyth – We Begin In Chaos – Night 3: Book of Evocation
Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, AshevilleNight 3 | The Book of Evocation The final installment enters the dreamworld of a young child on the edge of understanding. Through the lens of two reimagined Chinese creation myths, The Book of Evocation explores the vulnerability, wonder, and failure that often accompany the creative act. As worlds flicker into form and fall apart […]
Freshen Up Comedy Open Mic at VOWL Bar
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleEvery 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 […]
Comedy from the Future
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleEvery Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a lineup of futuristic comedians from the future!!! A fun mix of local favorites and big city comics all the way from Atlanta, Chicago, and New York! Comics from all timelines and galaxies, who knows who might show […]
Level Up! featuring Valorant – Youth eSports Camp
XP LEAGUE ASHEVILLE 15 LOOP ROAD, SUITE 2B, ARDENHave fun playing your favorite video games with new friends! A fun camp focused on community building and game play. Join your friends, make new friends, learn and improve basic skills, professional coaches, organized and monitored game play. Come build your new gaming community! Monday-Friday, Half-day and Full-day options. *Bring your own lunch Happens on […]
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NCClassical Wave! Honoring all musicians who have contributed to Classical music genre. Beethoven, Mozart, Haydn and many other Classical musicians have written and composed Classical music which has been used in modern day movement classes. Classical Music can transcend movement in different ways. Movement can be moody, soft, swift, expansive, emotional, jagged, light and fluttering, […]
Live Music w/ Jackie Kelsh
12 Bones Smokehouse & Brewing 2350 Hendersonville Road, ArdenJackie Kelsh is an optimistically sardonic storyteller who will have you laughing hysterically one moment and drinking to forget the chaos of life the next.
Slice Comedy Standup Picture Show
PULP Under The Orange Peel 103 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesStandup Comedy Picture Show with headliner Jordan Julius Comics on the show do standup with slide show pictures to illustrate their sets! This is sure to keep you in your seats! Thursday July 31, 7:30-9p in The Orange Peel's comedy basement. PULP is a bourbon speakeasy (400+ varieties) located under the iconic stage. No food […]
The Swell Season
Peace Center 300 South Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601, USA, Greenville, SC, United StatesGrammy and Academy Award winning duo The Swell Season are making a rare appearance in the Carolinas when they bring their prolific harmonies to the Peace Center on July 31. The acclaimed duo of Glen Hansard and Marketa Irglova came to prominence together starring in the 2007 film Once and winning the Academy Award for […]
Local Brand w/ Claire Whall @ Third Room
Third Room 46 Wall Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesWHERE: Third Room WHEN: Thursday July 31, 2025 DOORS: 8pm SHOW: 9pm GENRE: indie / alternative rock TICKETS: $7 adv. / $12 d.o.s. PURCHASE: https://tixr.com/e/150692 Local Brand: WEBSITE: www.localbrandmusic.com HEAR SOME MUSIC: https://localbrand.bandcamp.com SEE A VIDEO: https://youtu.be/yNe_bTrikks?si=vbzagWWU83zJ0Cn1 Local Brand is an indie-alternative band based out of Florence, Al. They showcase a groove-based foundation, powerful melodic […]
Bindings Art Exhibit with Randy Siegel at North Asheville Library
North Asheville Library, 1030 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC 1030 Merrimon Avenue, AshevilleScraps of fabric, rope, string, wire, and thread, along with obsessive stitching and often beading, obscure and obstruct hidden aspects of self often too painful to acknowledge and to beautiful to ignore. With each wrap, knot, and stitch, the creative process has been a mediation and ritual—a holy sacrament of confession, absolution, and integration as […]
Music In the Vines w/ The Wobblers
Crush Pad @ Marked Tree Vineyard 623 Deep Gap Rd, Flat RockJoin the Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra (HSO) for an unforgettable open air concert series at the picturesque Marked Tree Vineyard. We’re continuing our popular music series, Music in the Vines, in collaboration with Marked Tree Vineyard. On August 1st we host The Wobblers. Going into their 13th year, this South Carolina, eight-piece, genre defying, roots band […]
Collaborative Art Opening: Push Skateshop x Horse + Hero
Push Skate Shop 25 Patton Ave, AshevillePush Skateshop and Horse + Hero are proud to announce a collaborative art opening on Friday, August 1, 7-10 p.m., hosted in the gallery at Push Skateshop, 25 Patton Ave. This unique partnership brings together two community-driven creative spaces with a shared passion for supporting local artists and energizing Asheville’s cultural scene. Featuring a curated […]
Something Rotten!
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBook by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick Conceived by Karey Kirkpatrick and Wayne Kirkpatrick Presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com July 24-August 10, 2025 Thursday, 7/24 at 7:30 (pay what you can available […]
Don’t Tell Comedy, Biltmore Village
The Mule at Devi's Foot Brewing 131 Sweeten Creek Rd, AshevilleShow 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. […]
Healyside x Rohan Solo @ Third Room – LATENITE SHOW post STS9!
Third Room 46 Wall Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesWHERE: Third Room WHEN: Friday August 1, 2025 SHOW: 10:15pm TICKETS: $15 PURCHASE: https://tixr.com/e/149623 Healyside (Mike Healy of Papadosio + Asher Hill) and ROHAN SOLO will be joining forces at Third Room once STS9 and Beats Antique finish up on Friday August 1st. This is going to be a MASSIVE weekend and I couldn’t be […]
Hendersonville Farmers Market
Historic Train Depot 650 Maple Street, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, United StatesLocated at the Historic Train Depot in the heart of downtown Hendersonville's Seventh Avenue District. Opening its doors every Saturday from May 3rd to October 25th, this market is a testament to local community support and sustainable living. Running from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., rain or shine, the market boasts over 30 vendors within […]
3rd Annual Appalachian Mountain Health Fair
Appalachian Mountain Health - Asheville 77 McDowell St., AshevilleAppalachian Mountain Health’s 3rd Annual Health Fair is a free, family-friendly event designed to support your health while bringing the community together. Held on Saturday, August 2 in Asheville, the fair offers free back-to-school physicals, school supplies, lunch, and health screenings, all in a festive atmosphere. Kids can enjoy the bounce house, popcorn, cotton candy, […]
Something Rotten!
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBook by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick Conceived by Karey Kirkpatrick and Wayne Kirkpatrick Presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com July 24-August 10, 2025 Thursday, 7/24 at 7:30 (pay what you can available […]
CMS of the Carolinas presents: Leipzig and Beyond
Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church 101 Chapel Lane, SwannanoaProgram: Clara Schumann: Three Romances Tonia Ko: Tribute (Axis II) Ethel Smyth: String Trio in D major Robert Schumann: Piano Quintet The great music couple, Clara and Robert Schumann, called Leipzig home from 1840-1844. In 1842, Robert Schumann devoted his compositional energies to his so called "Year of Chamber Music", which produced among other great […]
The Witching Hour, dark and dirty comedy
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleModelface Comedy presents The Witching Hour Comedy Showcase at DSSOLVR Brewing The Witching Hour is a dark and dirty comedy show featuring some of the filthiest comics in the South!! This show is ages 21 and up and NC17 Food available before the show from Boy Howdy ages 21+ Doors at 9:30pm, show at 10pm […]
Hive Mind w/ DJ McNice @ Third Room – LATENITE SHOW + PREPARTY for STS9!
Third Room 46 Wall Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesLate Night Show: 10:15PM (Doors: 9PM) Tickets: $15 (secure your spot and grab them in advance!) 21+ 10:15 PM -11:15 PM - McNice 11:30 PM - 1:30 AM - HIVE MIND Join us for a special FREE Pre-Party from 3:15 PM - 5:00 PM at Third Room as well! Listen to Hive Mind Live at […]
Something Rotten!
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBook by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick Conceived by Karey Kirkpatrick and Wayne Kirkpatrick Presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com July 24-August 10, 2025 Thursday, 7/24 at 7:30 (pay what you can available […]
Community Song Circle
The Woods 36 Vivian Street, AshevilleLillie Lumina Music will lead another community song circle for the woods on Sunday, August 3, from 5-7 p.m.. We'll meet at the Vivian Avenue entrance to the woods, 36 Vivian Avenue, Asheville, 28801. This is a private lot within the UNCA woods. We’ll sing our favorite tree and forest songs and help increase awareness […]
Freshen Up Comedy Open Mic at VOWL Bar
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleEvery 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 […]
Minecraft Redstone Engineering Youth eSports Camp
XP LEAGUE ASHEVILLE 15 LOOP ROAD, SUITE 2B, ARDENExplore the fascinating world of redstone engineering in our Minecraft summer camp, where you'll unravel the mysteries of redstone mechanics and discover their real-life applications in electrical engineering. Dive into hands-on projects, from crafting intricate contraptions to mastering circuitry, and unleash your creativity in an immersive journey through the realm of Redstone engineering! Monday-Friday, Half-day […]
Live Music w/ Jackson Grimm
12 Bones Smokehouse & Brewing 2350 Hendersonville Road, ArdenJackson Grimm marries folk pop melodies with the lonesome sound of traditional Appalachian music. In a region with a strong music culture, it is no surprise that Grimm's songwriting is representative of his musical birthplace: Asheville, NC.
