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].
Mother’s Day Market
Historic Johnson Farm 3346 Haywood Road, HendersonvilleHistoric Johnson Farm will host the fifth annual Mother’s Day Market on Saturday, May 10th from 10 AM-4 PM, rain or shine. This outdoor craft fair will showcase over 25 […]
Roll of the Dice, a comedy show of chance
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleEvery weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have an extra silly show! Roll of the Dice is a comedy show […]
An Evening With Chris Thile and Asheville Symphony
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesAn Evening with Chris Thile features a true array of genres. You’ll hear Thile’s new work ATTENTION! A narrative song cycle for extroverted mandolinist and orchestra, the third movement of […]
Save the Date! Four Old Broads
Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., TryonTryon’s Little Theater will present its last show of the season — Four Old Broads — May 1-4 and May 8-11, at the TLT Workshop Theater. Shows will be held […]
Blue Ghost Firefly Viewing Tours
The Enchanted Forest, Arden, NC To be given after ticket purchase, ArdenNeed some magic to recharge your soul? Want to feel like a kid again, awed by the silent lights of tiny fireflies moving through the darkness? Then this tour is […]
Don’t Tell Comedy, Hendersonville
Trailside Brewing Company Hendersonville, NC 173 Lenox Park Dr, Hendersonville, NCShow Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food is available for purchase. Small snacks available […]
Roll of the Dice, a comedy show of chance
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleEvery weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have an extra silly show! Roll of the Dice is a comedy show […]
Modelface Comedy presents Mike Toohey
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have Mike Toohey from NYC! Mike Toohey's comedy combines the thick sarcasm of a Native […]
5Rhythms®Vacillating Waves Class on Sunday hosted by Karen
Asia House 828 119 Coxe Ave., Asheville, NCHonoring all Mothers! We will honor all Mothers, past, present and future! I am inviting anyone who is a Mother to join us in moving your dancing feet to the […]
Terms of Endearment
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesAdapted for the stage by Dan Gordon Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com) May 1-11, 2025 Thursday, 5/1 at 7:30 (pay what you can available on 4/17) Fridays […]
Save the Date! Four Old Broads
Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., TryonTryon’s Little Theater will present its last show of the season — Four Old Broads — May 1-4 and May 8-11, at the TLT Workshop Theater. Shows will be held […]
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 […]
Mountain Institute for Lifelong Learning at Warren Wilson College
Warren Wilson College 701 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa, NC, United StatesMountain Institute for Lifelong Learning at Warren Wilson College is a vessel for community building, exploration, adventure, place-based learning, and the ignition of new passion for lifelong learners. These are […]
Volunteer Workday with Forest Restoration Alliance
Waynesville, NC Waynesville, NCJoin us on Tuesday, May 13th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as we lend a hand to our partners at the Forest Restoration Alliance (FRA). Instead of chemically treating […]
Music-themed Art Exhibit
AC Hotel 10 Broadway St, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin us for a special evening celebrating Asheville’s vibrant music scene through a solo art exhibit by Kelly Saunders, featuring unique music-themed artwork. This event also doubles as a birthday […]
Slice Standup Comedy Contest
PULP Under The Orange Peel 103 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Slice of Life Comedy Asheville Spring Standup Contest Series: ROUND 2 Thursday May 14, 7:30p-9:30p, doors at 6:30p The Orange Peel’s Comedy Basement, Pulp Lounge 103 Hilliard Ave, Downtown […]
Live Music w/Elizabeth McCorvey @ 12 Bones
12 Bones Smokehouse & Brewing 2350 Hendersonville Road, ArdenElizabeth plays a lot of instruments and sings. If you catch her out playing solo, she’ll be playing a lot of original music and some covers. She has a solo […]
Arthur Brooks Ensemble V
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaBlack Mountain College Museum + Arts Center presents the Arthur Brooks Ensemble V with Arthur Brooks, Michael Chorney, Bill Heminway, Jeremy Harlos, Anthony Santor, and Matt Weston. Arthur Brooks was […]
FILM SCREENING: home
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaHOME, a collaboration of Sue Schroeder (dancemaker) and Adam Larsen (filmmaker), connects the foundations of human existence — home, body and nature — as inextricably linked. Experienced through the integration […]
Ursula Gullow: Nightbloom
Tracey Morgan Gallery 188 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesGallery Hours are Wed - Sat 11am-5pm Tracey Morgan Gallery is pleased to present "Nightbloom," our first solo exhibition of painter and mixed media artist Ursula Gullow. Join us for […]
Secret Headliner Comedy Show at Ginger’s Revenge
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and this Friday we have a super secret headliner that's going to blow your socks off!! You've seen […]
Wilco
Asheville Yards 75 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NCWilco is an American rock band based in Chicago.
Mountain Institute for Lifelong Learning at Warren Wilson College
Warren Wilson College 701 Warren Wilson Rd, Swannanoa, NC, United StatesMountain Institute for Lifelong Learning at Warren Wilson College is a vessel for community building, exploration, adventure, place-based learning, and the ignition of new passion for lifelong learners. These are […]
Hendersonville Farmers Market
Historic Train Depot 650 Maple Street, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, United StatesImmerse yourself in the rich community of local flavors, crafts, and more at the Hendersonville Farmers Market. Set against the charming backdrop of the Historic Train Depot in downtown Hendersonville's […]
2025 CCA Summit: Faith-Based Organizing & Theological Action in the Wake of Helene near Asheville, NC 5/17
Montreat Conference Center-Anderson Auditorium 303 Lookout Rd., MontreatIn the wake of Hurricane Helene, faith communities across our region stepped up to provide comfort, aid, and support. Now, it’s time to harness our collective love and power to […]
Haywood Rising
Haywood Habitat for Humanity is proud to announce its inaugural "Haywood Rising: Spring Festival Building Hope" event, taking place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM […]
Elizabeth Brim: Iron Pearls
Mirrorball Gallery + Studio Lounge 84 Pacolet Street, Tryon, NC, United StatesMirrorball Gallery is proud to present a special exhibition and fundraiser, in partnership with the Tryon International Film Festival (TRIFF), spotlighting the extraordinary work and legacy of acclaimed blacksmith and […]
Hendersonville Ballet presents: Paquita featuring The World Keeps Turning
Blue Ridge Community College, Bo Thomas Auditorium 180 W Campus Dr, Flat Rock, Henderson County, North Carolina 28731, Flat Rock, NC, United StatesHendersonville Ballet presents Paquita Grand Pas featuring The World Keeps Turning on May 17-18th at the BRCC Thomas Auditorium. Paquita Grand Pas is a famous and captivating segment of the […]
Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and all your local favorites! This Saturday we have Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger's Revenge. Enjoy a cold pint […]
Songs from the Road Band
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesHendersonville Theatre is excited to present Songs From The Road Band as part of May’s Hometown Sound Music Series. This award-winning Asheville-based bluegrass ensemble is redefining the genre with their […]
Blowin’ Smoke: late night patio comedy 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 […]
Empty Bowls
Parish Hall - St. John in the Wilderness 1905 Greenville Highway, Flat RockFLAT ROCK, N.C. Still recovering from the aftermath of the devastating storm Helene, local ceramic artists will once again fire up their kilns for the eighth year to help hungry […]
Hendersonville Ballet presents: Paquita featuring The World Keeps Turning
Blue Ridge Community College, Bo Thomas Auditorium 180 W Campus Dr, Flat Rock, Henderson County, North Carolina 28731, Flat Rock, NC, United StatesHendersonville Ballet presents Paquita Grand Pas featuring The World Keeps Turning on May 17-18th at the BRCC Thomas Auditorium. Paquita Grand Pas is a famous and captivating segment of the […]
Brevard Philharmonic presents All-American Finale
Porter Center (Scott Concert Hall), Brevard College 1 Brevard College Drive, BrevardThe Season of Wow concludes with Brevard Philharmonic’s All-American Finale, featuring violinist William Shaub, on Sunday, May 18th, at 3:00 p.m. at the Porter Center, Brevard College. The Season of […]
Brevard Philharmonic presents All-American Finale
The Season of Wow concludes with Brevard Philharmonic’s All-American Finale, featuring violinist William Shaub, on Sunday, May 18th, at 3:00 p.m. at the Porter Center, Brevard College. The Season of […]
