The Laurel of Asheville

GODSPELL Musical Theater - Completely Reimagined for Today
2026-05-24 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Under the Tent at Laurel Green, 5th Ave W & White Pine Dr, Laurel Park, NC, 28739, United States
Experience Godspell like you’ve never seen it before. In every generation, a community gathers around a story that refuses to stay quiet. Staging Godspell in 2026 isn’t just an act of theater—it’s an act of hope. It’s a reminder that joy can still erupt in unexpected places, even in a tent set up on a patch of Carolina ground. And to be honest, we’ve always believed the Gospel lands best when there’s laughter and sawdust. Now, more than ever, the world needs its people to seek justice, forgiveness, hope, and love using all available paths. The directors, cast and crew are local and have many years of experience in theater and music and want to give you an inspiring experience that echoes the hope of the last weeks of spring that will literally surround the tent.

MAGA Pop Girly! A Musical Satire
2026-05-24 20:00 - 21:30 | The River Arts District Brewing Company, 13 Mystery Street, Asheville, 28801
Modelface Comedy Club brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to have Gabbie Watts the MAGA Pop Girly!
MAGA Pop Girly! A Musical Satire
The highly delusional MAGA Pop Girly is triumphantly performing her last show for the foreseeable future, as she is about to become the Secretary of Pop Music in the Trump administration. But, she quickly discovers her manager has swindled her, so she sets out on a desperate quest to secure her secretarial position. WARNING! This show is very libtard, very satire, very dumb, features absolute bangers, and requires dancing.
ages 18+
Doors at 7:30pm, show at 8pm
Tickets $15 advance, $18 day of

George Terry & The Zealots: Album Release Show + Bob Dylan 85th Birthday Tribute set!
2026-05-24 20:00 - 23:30 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
GEORGE TERRY & THE ZEALOTS
George Terry AKA George Trouble sings with carefully crafted phrases and melodies.
The songs speak of populist, mythic, historical and personal stories. They weave an imaginative lyrical landscape with a wide palette, ranging from folk, punk, rock, rockabilly, reggae and ska, to surf and honest country blues. Featuring Aaron Price’s deft musicianship The Zealots offer an exquisite distillation of the American songbook.
GT is releasing two records in 2026. His band, The Zealots, is proud to release their fifth record- “Entanglement”, this spring on Bob Dylan’s 85th birthday at The Grey Eagle.
The band will play a set of Dylan and the new record as well. George’s second solo album is primarily acoustic and features “Dirty Side of Helene”, a folk lament in the wake of the disaster. GT returns to touring in ’26 with a deeper conviction to sharing the narratives of all who navigate the recovery from Hurricane Helene.

George Trouble & The Zealots-"Entanglement"-Release Party/Bob Dylan's 85th Birthday
2026-05-24 20:00 - 2026-05-25 00:00 | The Grey Eagle, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, 28801
George Trouble & The Zealots are delighted to return to the Grey Eagle for a double-headed show on Sunday, May 24th at The Grey Eagle. In addition to the release of their 6th album, “Entanglement”, GT & The Zealots reprise the tradition of celebrating Bob Dylan’s birth. Hurricane Helene stymied the production process of “Entanglement” as well as eliminating the possibilty of a Dylan show in 2025. In an ironic twist, the two events have come together in a happy confluence-partially as a result of the chaos that reigned down upon the French Broad River in Fall 2024. The band includes longtime partner Aaron Price-keys, Zack Page-bass, and Evan Martin-drums (The Honeycutters). It’s gonna be one for the books!

George Trouble & The Zealots-"Entanglement" Release Party/ Bob Dylan's 85th Birthday Celebration
2026-05-24 20:00 - 2026-06-25 00:00 | THE GREY EAGLE MUSIC HALL, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
George Trouble & The Zealots release thir 6th album-“Entanglement” on Sunday, May 24th at The Grey Eagle. It’s also Bob Dylan’s 85th Birthday. The setlist will integrate “Entanglement” with Dylan’s finest songs. The superb band consists of Aaron Price-Keys, Zack Page- bass and Evan Martin of The Honeycutters on drums. Other friends will be joining the band. This show promises to be a memorable event. Come join us!

Woody Wood & Abe Reid (of The Blue Rags)
2026-05-25 18:00 - 2026-05-27 21:00 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
PATIO SHOW- LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE
3 NIGHT RUN: 5.25, 5.26, 5.27
5PM DOORS // 6PM SHOW
WOODY WOOD & ABE REID (of The Blue Rags)
The Blue Rags were a revivalist, ragtime boogie-woogie band from Asheville. Woody and Abe are going to reignite that magic fire!
Aaron “Woody” Wood is an old soul as authentic as the foothills from which he emerged. When pressed on it, he calls his music “Cosmic Appalachian Soul.” He is steeped in the old Delta blues and the folk music from these mountains while fearlessly leaning into rock, soul and funk. It’s common to look around in the audience for his local shows and see lots of other musicians in the room just soaking in what Woody does. (from Where Y’at?)
Abe Reid is a North Carolina blues musician and one of the modern keepers of the Piedmont blues tradition. Reid won the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, one of the most respected competitions in blues music.
Happens on the following Dates:
May 25, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
May 26, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
May 27, 2026, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Don't Tell Comedy West Asheville
2026-05-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins, 9 Midnight Drive, Asheville, NC, 28806
Show Details
This show will be at an indoor location.
No Outside Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase.
Small snacks available for purchase
Non-alcoholic drinks will be available.
Outside snacks allowed.
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. 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 show day right here.
Secret Comedians.
No spoilers! All comedians remain unknown until the moment they take the stage. But don’t fret, we carefully curate lineups of 4-7 different comics to create a hilarious and diverse show. The best part is—you never know who might show up!
You might discover your next favorite underground comedian or see a fan favorite. We specialize in introducing audiences to the best-emerging talent from cities around the world through a mix of the best local and nationally touring comedians.
Unique Live Experience.
Honestly, we’re over the whole debt-inducing two-drink minimum thing. We’re dedicated to providing you with a unique and fun live comedy experience—one which doesn’t require you to take out a second mortgage. We thrive on good vibes and welcome you to be a part of the DTC community.
Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm

5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
2026-05-27 17:00 - 18:45 | Homewood, 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NC, 28801
EXPANSION WAVE
How can you fully expand in your body and life without losing yourself! In my life, I feel free to be expansive in the 5Rhythms practice, to enjoy nature, to be creative and to move in my body. How are you expansive in each Rhythms through movement. Allow the Rhythms to move you in different expansive ways! We move to the Maps created by Gabrielle Roth. Picture by Bernd Dittrich.
About 5Rhythms®
Created by Gabrielle Roth and practiced by tens of thousands worldwide. 5Rhythms® is a dynamic movement practice rooted in the principles that if you put the psyche in motion it will heal itself.
About Karen:
5Rhythms dance is for everyone. This meditative freeform dancing practice was created by dancer and visionary Gabriellle Roth. Accredited 5Rhythms teacher Karen Chapman has been hosting dances in Asheville and around the country for 9 years. Through the dance, Karen acts as a guide for the dancer on their journey through the rhythms. Karen is interested in how energy moves on the dance floor through the Breath and Body!
Dance movement timeline:
Doors open at 5 PM for warm up and close at 5:45 for the opening circle. The wave is complete at 6:45PM. If you can arrive at 5 PM that is best but you are welcome to come to the dance anytime before 5:45 PM.
5 PM: Warm-up, Meditative stretching and dancing.
5:45 PM: Doors Close, Opening circle
Demonstration of the 5 Rhythms of Flowing, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical, and Stillness. Welcoming walking meditation
6:00 PM: Dancing the wave of the 5 Rhythms
6:45 PM:Share,Closing Circle/End
Thank you and see ya on the dance floor soon! Love K

Hot Riffs Comedy at AVL Guitar Pedals
2026-05-27 19:00 - 20:30 | Asheville Guitar Pedals, 444 Haywood Rd., Asheville, 28806
Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to be back at Asheville Guitar Pedals!
Hot Riffs Comedy features the best local and regional comedians on the iconic AVL Guitar Pedals stage in West Asheville.
Hosted by Jordan Ballard
ages 18+
Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm
Tickets $12

Standup Comedy Picture Show: Summer Vibes
2026-05-27 19:30 - 21:00 | PULP Under The Orange Peel, 103 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
Summer Blues? Summer Love? This Summer Vibe Standup Comedy Picture Show will have all the summer you can handle, from summer vacations to summer loving, it’s sure to keep you in your seats figuring out what you just looked at! Standup comics do their material with a slideshow.
Wednesday May 27, 7:30-9p in The Orange Peel’s comedy basement. PULP is a bourbon speakeasy (400+ varieties) located under the iconic stage. No food is served but we do have free snacks while they last and outside food is permitted (no drinks of any kind).
$18 tickets available at door or The Orange Peel’s website.
Comics on the show:
Hosted by Alex Parsons
Special Guest Atlanta comic Dante’ Quitman
Becca Steinhoff
Justin Blackburn
Min McWilliams
Larry Griffin
For more information contact Michele at SliceofLifeComedy.com

Jazz for Justice
2026-05-28 17:30 - 20:00 | Highland Brewing Company, 12 Old Charlotte Hwy, , Asheville, 28803
Join Pisgah Legal Services for an inspiring evening celebrating our community, all while supporting efforts to ensure everyone in WNC has equal access to justice.
Connect with friends old and new, as you enjoy the vibrant sounds of the Brian Felix Organ Trio.

Golden Hour Yoga & Private Salt Cave
2026-05-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Asheville Salt Cave, 16 North Liberty St, Asheville, 28801
Immerse in a deeply nourishing salt cave experience and in the final 15 minutes your instructor will guide you through gentle movements to bring your awareness back to the present, preparing body and mind for yoga on the deck. As the sun sets over the mountains, enjoy a grounding Slow-Flow-N-Yin practice.

Max Ribner with Freedom Family Band, ANZA, & Chinobay
2026-05-28 18:30 - 22:00 | AyurPrana Listening Room, 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC, 28806
Max Ribner
with Freedom Family Band and ANZA
Thursday, May 28th, 2026
AyurPrana Listening Room – 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
Doors 6:00 PM || Music 6:30 PM
Max Ribner
What are the common threads that bridge jazz, soul, and classical music with spiritual connection and community service?
This is the question that drives international touring artist Max Ribner. The sound that answers is rich, reverent, and intimate, connecting us through the lineage of music, to the stories of our ancestors. In the past, Max’s unique and fusion-inspired approach to Flugelhorn and trumpet has led him to perform with artists such as Trevor Hall, MaMuse, Esperanza Spalding, Nahko And Medicine For The People, Liv Warfield (Prince) and many more. The result of years of collaboration with such a broad musical community is powerfully illustrated on Max’s albums, 1st Language and Resilient Beings Community album created at Echo Mountain Studios in Asheville, NC.
www.maxribner.com
Resilient Beings – An Electrifying, Immersive Experience Where the People Become the Music
Bridging the gap between stage and audience, Max Ribner and local artists welcome you to an immersive experience/workshop where we all become part of the orchestra. Join Max Ribner and an extraordinary ensemble of local artists as we SING and celebrate songs from Resilient Beings Community Album.
Recorded at Echo Mountain in Asheville, this genre-bending album bridges folk, creative improvisation, and choral harmonies—a soulful tapestry woven from resilience, loss and the power of community.
Listen in: Resilient Beings Album recorded in Asheville:
https://maxribner.bandcamp.com/album/resilient-beings-live-in-asheville-2025
Listen and watch: Resilient Beings Live Music Video in Asheville:

The band:
Samara Jade – vocals & guitar
Katrina Lilly – vocals
Ashae Tenderfire – vocals
Joe Enwright – drums
Brennan Dugan – bass
Max Ribner – vocals, flugelhorn, keys
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Freedom Family Band**
Matteo and Katrina Lilly of The Freedom Family Band are incredible musicians, song weavers, and community leaders. Their music touches hearts and their mission is rooted in integrity and generosity. The space they hold is refreshingly authentic and profoundly special. Their raw humanness weaves so beautifully with their ancient souls and celestial sounds. Their style is centered around profound lyricism, tight vocal harmonies, and inspired musical flow. They defy genre and embody something so ancient and special that it can’t quite be labeled. They have empowered and mentored thousands of aspiring musicians both indirectly and directly through their one music program, 1:1 coaching work, inspiring prayerformances and song circles, internationally distributed music, and the last 7 Free The Music Gatherings. It’s truly their life’s work to inspire all people to express their music, art, and creative flow. They foster belonging and cultivate spirit. You can see the hand of God working in their lives and the medicine they carry is contagious in all the best ways.
Website: https://freedomfam.org/
ANZA
Anna & Anzi Rivers – ANZA is a high vibe sister duo consisting of 13-year-old Anzi & 16-year-old Anna Rivers. Songwriting and composing have been a lifelong passion.
They were born and raised part of their life in the high mountain desert region of Colorado, and now can be found exploring the lush feminine Grandmother Mountains of North Carolina. They are homeschooled and spend a lot of their time singing and creating.
Anna and Anzi grew up inspired by an array of musical landscapes and experiences from nightly improv lullabies, reading books as a song, ecstatic dance, music festivals, family dance nights, backyard fires with friends, to the small stages of friends’ art galleries, to making up songs in the backseat of the car. All while studying with Jeremy Dittus at the Dalcroze School of the Rockies, since they were 5 years old. This led them to play piano and guitar.
They have played on stages of Global Leaf, The White Horse, Grey Eagle & Salvage Station in WNC, as well as music festivals on stage, and around the campfire with Max Ribner, Paul Izak, Tubby Love, and The Freedom Family Band. They have sang with musicians MaMuse, Samara Jade, Aimée Ringle and Micaela Kingslight at The Circle Revival Gatherings, a six-hour ceremony and gathering of 1100 people. They have spent significant time in state-of-the-art recording studios with Max Ribner and Roots Grown Deep. They have received accolades from Grammy Award-winning songwriter Jim Lauderdale and Marty Dodson.
Website: https://anzaharmonies.com/home
Chinobay Kinobe:
Rooted in the rich cultural and musical traditions of Uganda, Chinobay is a musician, cultural ambassador, and educator who has opened hearts across the globe and performed as a featured artist at top tier festivals and venues.
As a child growing up in his homeland of Uganda, Chinobay lived in a small home near the Kanyange king’s palace. Constant immersion in the traditional music coming from the palace left an indelible mark on him. He embraced the folk tunes he learned from these musical elders, crafting early works that paid homage to the music of his own tribe, the Baganda people.
As he grew musically, he revitalized these classic folk songs, and along the way he mastered a broad array of traditional instruments. Today, he is a seasoned songwriter, a dedicated educator, and a bridge-builder between cultures. His original compositions breathe life into the diverse stories of humanity, showcasing Africa in its full spectrum of richness — transcending its portrayal merely as a backdrop for adversity.
His band seamlessly fuses Ugandan folk music with a wide range of global influences, from Afrobeat dance rhythms to world funky inflections, transcending genres and creating a sound that is both distinctive and accessible. With the band, Chinobay incorporates traditional instruments such as the kora, a West African harp-lute, the kalimba, a thumb piano native to East and Southern Africa, the tamani, a West African talking drum from Mali, and the endongo, a traditional Ugandan string instrument. These instruments not only offer a unique sonic texture but also help to preserve and celebrate Africa’s diverse musical heritage.
But for all of his musical success, Chinobay’s journey is not just a musical odyssey, it is also a testament to the power of art to transform lives and bring about positive change. From teaching music and dance to formerly homeless children in Kampala, to supporting internally displaced youth from Northern Uganda, he is having immeasurable impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
Max Ribner’s Resilient Beings Workshop
Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Doors 11:30 AM || Workshop Noon
Join the Choir!!! ( for all levels and ages )
Ready to come SING with us??!!
Max Ribner and local artists welcome you to an immersive experience/workshop where we all become part of the orchestra. As a collective, we will journey into a prayerful space of connectivity, belonging, and coming home as we will learn a few songs to learn that will lead to the evening performance!!! We will be writing a song that presents itself in the moment while learning basic rhythms, choir parts, deep listening, and creative lyric writing.
Here’s a song, ‘North Star’ that we will learn and create a new section: https://youtu.be/uObTq7tk-qM
All voices, ages, backgrounds, and levels of experience are welcome.
All ages

The Heart Collectors
2026-05-28 19:30 - 21:00 | White Horse Black Mountain, 105 Montreat Rd , Black Mountain, NC, 28711, United States
Finalists at the International Folk Music Awards 2025 – Album of the Year”
Merging the inspiration of 60’s and 70’s inspired Americana/Folk, with a distinct Celtic Lilt, The Heart Collectors have spent the last 8 years ‘collecting hearts’ of international audiences through heartfelt ballads, toe-tapping jigs, and “Epic Folk” anthems. With comparison to iconic artists of the Woodstokian era of folk, including Fleetwood Mac, Crosby Stills Nash & Young, Loreena Mckennit and The Seekers, The Heart Collectors combine four part vocal harmony with delicate keys, soaring cello, rolling Banjo, sparkling mandolin, intricate guitar, haunting cello, to create a sound that resonates from bluegrass-inflected folk to ethereal soundscapes. From acoustic harmony lead ballads to Bowie-esque sonic soundscapes, Australian four piece ‘Epic Folk’ group The Heart Collectors capture the essence of inspiration, honesty of love, and the nature of the cosmos in their music.

Rooftop Comedy featuring James Harrod and Allison Shelnut
2026-05-28 20:00 - 21:30 | antidote, 151 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NC, 27106, United States
Every Thursday Modelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have local favorites James Harrod and Allison Shelnut on the rooftop at Antidote!
James Harrod is a comedian born in Raleigh, NC. He hosted a beloved weekly open mic for all types of freaks and weirdos at The Odd in Asheville for 6 years. He has performed with comics like Clare O’Kane, Sean Patton and many others. James had a mini-special recorded in 2023 through Four by Three and Modelface Comedy. In addition to comedy, he also works in bookstores and writes fiction. Out of all the comics in his scene James was voted most desperate for approval. He just moved back to Asheville from doing comedy in Denver for two years. It was too dry.
Allison Shelnut once stole a hamster from the mall in Greensboro, North Carolina. It bit her. She deserved it. Allison is now a stand-up comedian based out of Asheville. Allison is known to engage the crowd on a wide range of topics from contraceptives to 90s toys. Outside of comedy you’ll find Allison in the woods with her darling dog, Jacob.
Allison has opened for acts such as Dustin Nickerson, Bo Johnson, Joe Zimmerman , Shane Torres (and lots of other nice white men you haven’t heard of!)
ages 21+
doors at 7:30pm, show at 8pm
Tickets $15 advance, $18 day of

Andrew Duhon: Stop Motion Tour ’26
2026-05-28 20:00 - 22:00 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
SEATED SHOW
LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE
ANDREW DUHON
Born, raised, shaped, and inspired by his hometown of New Orleans, Louisiana, Andrew Duhon tours performing songs that are as much about recognizing our shared stories as they are about telling his own.
Rounding out the touring trio are two of his most trusted collaborators—Myles Weeks (James Hunter Six, Eric Lindell) on bass and Jim Kolacek (Feufollett) on drums.
Blending the gritty, bluesy, folksy, country sounds of his home with the experience of traversing the country and immersing himself in the broad array of cultures across the American landscape, Andrew’s music creates real connection between former strangers through song. As he puts it, “When a song written by a stranger heals you, even in the smallest way, that’s a connection beyond entertainment.”
Andrew has shared stages with Guster, Blind Pilot, and Amos Lee, among others, and has performed at major festivals across the US including New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Milwaukee Summerfest, Bonnaroo, and Americanafest.
His music has been featured in Rolling Stone Magazine, Jam In The Van, Meat Church, as well as in Glide Magazine, No Depression, and American Songwriter.

Maggie B's Wine Store 19yr Anniversary Party
2026-05-29 17:00 - 21:00 | Maggie B’s Wine and Specialty Store, 10 C South Main Street, Weaverville, NC, 28787, United States
Maggie B’s is turning 19, and we are throwing a big party!! We are so excited to have The Pleasure Chest Band playing again. There will be food inside and outside, free wine tasting, drinks galore, TLC face painting, and Sparkled With Love permanent jewelry here. Come celebrate with us!

PATIO SHOW: Abe Reid
2026-05-29 17:30 - 19:30 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE ABE REID Abe Reid is a North Carolina musician and one of the modern keepers of the Piedmont roots music tradition. Born in Forsyth County and raised in Statesville, Reid began playing guitar at a young age, developing a deep connection to the region’s historic finger-style traditions. His musical education came directly from the source. As a young player, he spent time with legendary Carolina musicians Guitar Gabriel and Cootie Stark, learning not only guitar technique but also the storytelling and spirit behind traditional American music. In the 1990s, Reid immersed himself in the life of a working musician, busking on the streets of New Orleans before returning to North Carolina’s music scene. He later helped form the roots band The Blue Rags, known for energetic performances and traditional sounds. Reid gained international recognition when he won the International Blues Challenge in Memphis—becoming the first solo performer to win the competition. Today, Abe Reid continues to perform, teach, and share the music of the American South, passing on knowledge learned from older musicians and decades on the road.

OPENING RECEPTION: Black Mountain COLL(A)GE
2026-05-29 17:30 - 20:00 | Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center, 120 College Street, Asheville, North Carolina, 28801
Join us for the opening reception of our summer exhibition, Black Mountain COLL(A)GE, hosted at BMCM+AC. This reception is free and open to all.
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center presents Black Mountain COLL(A)GE, an exhibition tracing the presence of collage through the history and legacy of the renowned liberal arts college. Combining work by Black Mountain College artists with select contemporary collagists, the exhibition foregrounds transformation as a radical strategy, assembling an ever-shifting picture of collage as medium, method, and memory.
From Josef Albers’ matière exercises to the collaborative 1951 “Glyph Exchange” between Charles Olson, Ben Shahn and Katherine Litz, cutting up and rearranging found material was a way of life at Black Mountain College. Some of the 20th century’s most influential collage practitioners, including Robert Rauschenberg and Ray Johnson, studied at BMC. Many other students took up collage as a life-long medium, including Irwin Kremen, William Douglas McGee, Jo Sandman, John Urbain, Mary Parks Washington, and Susan Weil. Still others continued to experiment with cut-ups while working in other realms of creative production, such as the writer and critic Suzi Gablik. Today, collage continues to exert a powerful influence on our art ecosystem. Selected works from contemporary collagists contextualize the medium’s trajectory and provide a window into the future. Curated by Kira Houston, this exhibition pieces together a wide array of stories to encapsulate a visual and sonic exploration of Black Mountain COLL(A)GE.
Black Mountain COLL(A)GE will be on view from May 29, 2026 through September 5, 2026.
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center is donation-based and open to all.
Learn more on our website at https://www.blackmountaincollege.org/black-mountain-collage/

Crisp Comedy Live in Leicester featuring Travis Stevenson
2026-05-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Noble Cidery and Taproom, 356 New Leicester Highway, Asheville, NC, 28806
Crisp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester, NC at Noble Cider and hosted by Leicester’s own Clay Jones! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two shows are the same! This months headliner is Travis Stevenson!!!
Travis Stevenson is a fast-rising comedian from Tennessee. He’s known for his high-energy storytelling and sharp Appalachian perspective. A multi-“Best of Fest” winner, he’s toured nationally, and built millions of online views with his viral stand-up clips.
ages 18+
Show is free with a suggested donation of $12

Piper & The Hard Times
2026-05-29 19:30 - 21:00 | White Horse Black Mountain, 105 Montreat Rd , Black Mountain, NC, 28711, United States
2024 International Blues Challenge Band Winner, 2025 Best emerging artist album blues music award for revelation
“Piper & the Hard Times combine the sensibility and flair of vintage blues bands with the entertainment savvy and edge of modern rockers … one of America’s premier new blues groups.” (Ron Wynn/Nashville Scene)
Piper & the Hard Times delivers intense, eclectic and rhythmically dynamic blues-based music flavored with R&B, soul and rock. The band has an instrumental prowess that enables them to improvise with flair, while still creating music that has a melodic appeal that can immediately connect with audiences who want both a high degree of musical competence and songs with strong grooves and catchy hooks. In January 2024 they took top honors in the band division at the prestigious International Blues Challenge held in Memphis, Tennessee. The core of the band, Al “Piper” Green, Steve Eagon, and Dave Colella have been playing and writing together for over 20 years. Over the course of three days in February 2024, Nashville-based Piper & the Hard Times held court in the legendary Ronnie’s Place at Soundstage Studios in Nashville to record Revelation. The album features a collection of 12 original songs deeply anchored in the blues from the New Orleans-flavored groove of “Trouble Man” to the Texas shuffle “The Hard Times”, the funk-rock “Heart for Sale”, and the slow ache and emotion of “Twenty Long Years.”
One of America’s premier blues-roots artists, Piper & the Hard Times has been delighting audiences across the South for nearly 20 years.. When you listen to their new album, you’ll hear poignant, inspired “from the soul” music from these talented players who love making music together. You can hear that energy and vitality in Revelation which debuted at #1 on the Billboard chart the week of August 27th, 2014.
Piper states, “I’ve never been prouder of anything we’ve ever done. The new album captured us in every way imaginable”

J & The Causeways
2026-05-29 20:00 - 22:00 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
STANDING ROOM ONLY
J & THE CAUSEWAYS
New Orleans soul/rock powerhouse ensemble J & The Causeways debut album, Motions, conjures a universal theme of togetherness and compassion — melodies and lyrics cultivated with a keen understanding of reaching one another through healing and transcendence. Singer and keyboardist Jordan Anderson leads with a soaring level of octave prowess and sonic range akin to that of other renowned soul acts like St. Paul & The Broken Bones or Brittany Howard. Captured by famed musicians/producers Robert Mercurio and Ben Ellman (both members of NOLA cosmic funk outfit Galactic) at Studio in the Country and Esplanade Studios, Motions is a record soaked in the freewheelin’ ethos and sonic tones of a vibrant city that Anderson proudly calls home.

ATLiens, Best of Atlanta Comedy Showcase
2026-05-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Green Man Brewery, 27 Buxton Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
Modelface Comedy Club brings you the best comedy in Asheville. This Friday we have ATLiens, best of Atlanta comedy showcase at Green Man Brewery!
ATLiens is a celebration of the best comedians in Atlanta. Each show we feature a different group of the ATL’s best and this month we have a killer line up!!
ages 18+
doors at 7:30pm, show at 8pm
Tickets $15 advance, $18 day of

Urban Sketchers Takeover Exhibit at RAD Rendezvous
2026-05-30 - 2026-06-14 | RAD Rendevous, 87 Roberts St, Asheville, 28801
In conjunction with Carolinas Sketch Crawl (June 5-7), an exhibit of sketches from the Urban Sketchers chapters of Asheville, Charlotte, and Greenville (SC) will be on view at RAD Rendevous (87 Roberts Street, open daily 9am-5pm) from May 30th through June 14th.

Motor Mile Car Show
2026-05-30 10:00 - 14:00 | 100 coxe avenue, 100 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, 28801
Asheville’s automotive history will come to life this spring when dozens of classic Chrysler and other vintage automobiles line Coxe Avenue for the free Motor Mile Classic Car Show in downtown Asheville taking place May 30, 2026.
Taking place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 30, the show will stretch along Coxe Avenue between Hilliard and Buxton Avenues – once the city’s original “Motor Mile” and its first zoned automobile district. The free, outdoor event pays tribute to the dealerships and service centers that defined the street during Asheville’s early automotive era.
The car show coincides with the Spring Meet of the Chrysler 300 Club International, an organization dedicated to preserving the history of the 1955-1965 Chrysler 300 “Letter Series.” Club members will be joined by local and regional car clubs from across Western North Carolina and representing a wide range of makes and models, creating a diverse and visually striking lineup.

LEAF - Deep Roots
2026-05-30 13:00 - 22:00 | Pisgah Brewing Company, 150 Eastside Drive , Black Mountain, NC, 28711, United States
A Celebration of Connection & Resilience, LEAF returns to its foundations with Deep Roots, a one-day gathering at Pisgah Brewing! This event is designed to nurture the sense of belonging and community that helps us grow strong through times of change. “Planting ourselves again” with a focus on grounding, reconnection, and the shared resilience of our “LEAF Family” is what drives the name. This event will be a vibrant, intergenerational day featuring world-class live music, workshops, and local vendors. Dedicated playful activities for children make this a premiere event for families looking to engage with culture and creativity together!
Featured artists include Asheville’s own River Whyless, blues legend Corey Harris, and Virginia folk trio Palmyra!

Amici – Jewish Jazz the Sequel
2026-05-30 14:00 - 15:30 | The White Horse Black Mountain, 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, 28711, United States
AmiciMusic returns to the White Horse for another thrilling JEWISH JAZZ program on Saturday, May 30th at 2:00pm. “JEWISH JAZZ–the Return of the Jewdi” is a sequel to the fun and popular program they performed last year featuring the wonderful Seth Kibel on clarinet and Artistic Director Daniel Weiser on piano. They will highlight more exciting connections between American Jazz and Klezmer-influenced music with works by Jacob Weinberg, Benny Goodman, Bela Kovacs, and a fantastic arrangement of George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue.” Dr. Weiser will tell great stories about how these two idioms intertwined in the early part of the 20th century as the wave of Jewish immigrants to NYC met up with the Great Migration of African-Americans from the South. Kibel is a phenomenal talent who has been voted best musician in the Baltimore/DC area for several years. You won’t want to miss this toe-tapping exciting music.
For more info about the program and the artists, visit: https://www.amicimusic.org/concert/jewish-jazz-5-3/.

FREE PATIO SHOW: The Riverbreaks
2026-05-30 14:00 - 16:00 | The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
– FREE SHOW
– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE
THE RIVERBREAKS
The Riverbreaks deliver a powerful blend of Americana and Rock, defined by lyrical depth, rich orchestration, and electrifying live performances. Their distinctive sound has been shaped on the road through tours spanning 14 countries and 45 states, earning them a devoted following and critical acclaim.
The band has collaborated with an impressive roster of producers — including Chris Stamey (The dB’s, Whiskeytown), Skylar Wilson (Justin Townes Earle, Kesha, ABC’sNashville), Jordan Lehning (Caitlin Rose, Kacey Musgraves), Ken Coomer (formerly of Wilco), and Jon Estes (Steelism, Dolly Parton) — further refining their dynamic, cinematic sound.

schleich® America 250 Bag Tag Make & Take🎉
2026-05-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Imperial Mercantile & Outfitters, 25 International Blvd, Mill Spring, NC, 28756, United States
Celebrate America’s 250th in creative style with schleich®! Join us for a FREE, hands-on craft where kids can design their own red, white & blue bag tag with a schleich® animal to show off their patriotic pride. 🎨✨
Bonus Fun:
🎁 Receive a FREE gift with any $35 schleich® purchase during the event!
🏆 Don’t miss the North American Hobby Horse Series—top riders can win exciting schleich® prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place!
Ready to ride into the fun? Learn more and register for the competition here: https://www.resort.tryon.com/hobbyhorse
Bring your creativity, your patriotic spirit, and get ready for a star-spangled good time! ⭐

Asheville Choral Society Traveling Fundraiser
2026-05-30 17:30 - 21:30 | River Arts District, Clingman and Lyman, throughout, Asheville, 28801
Save the date for ACS’s second annual traveling fundraiser on the evening of May 30, 2026, from 5:30-9:30pm in the River Arts District. What will this evening hold?
Three remarkable vocal acts, ranging across genres, but always stunning.
Three diverse art galleries, featuring gorgeous and thought-provoking visual art.
Three courses of incredible food, wine, and beer, with a yummy dessert to close out the evening.
All attendees visit all three galleries, hear all of the music, and enjoy all of the food, as we rotate through the River Arts District. This event is a fundraiser in support of ACS’s core operations and community engagement singing opportunities. Thank you for supporting ACS as a patron of this fun, engaging evening of music, art, and food!
