The Laurel of Asheville‘s Community Events Calendar

If you would like to submit an event to appear in our online Community Events Calendar, please visit our submission page.

 

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].

Negativland + SUE-C: We Can Really Feel Like We’re Here

sly grog 271 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC, United States

With opening acts Sleep Number and Kima Moore. Negativland + virtual SUE-C come to Asheville for the first time ever with a Special Multi-Venue/Multi-Day Double-Feature: a documentary about the group, […]

$25

Brandon Rainwater Stand up Comedy

The Bier Garden 46 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC

Come join us for a night of laughter with the hilarious Brandon Rainwater! Get ready for a comedy show that will have you rolling in your seats. This in person […]

$15

5Point Adventure Film Screening in Asheville, NC

The Grey Eagle 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville

MountainTrue is excited to announce the 5 Point Film Festival and raffle presented by Mosaic Realty! Join us at The Grey Eagle on Tuesday, May 21st for an evening of […]

$15 – $25

The Radical Hosts Inaugural Art Show

The Radical 95 Roberts Street, Ashville

The Radical Hotel will host the debut reception for CYCLE 1, the inaugural art show at hotel's third-floor art gallery, on Wednesday, May 22 from 5:30-7 p.m. An opening reception […]

Jam with Teso (for kids)

Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

On Wednesday, May 22, 6 p.m., young musicians are invite to a jam session with Teso Ellis, LEAF’s Spark the Arts Artist in Residence for May. Free event — open […]

Free

Citizen Swing: Connor Law Farewell Show

Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

Farewell Show for Citizen Swing curator Connor Law, who is moving to California. This evening will feature a quartet with Connor Law – Bass, Dylan Hannan – Sax, Paul Gladstone […]

Free

THEM! a queer/ femme comedy showcase

LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Eyes Up Here Comedy and Modelface Comedy present THEM! a queer/ femme comedy showcase featuring a group of amazing up and coming comedians from our monthly Everybody But You Bro […]

$7

Intuitive Shamanic Energy Healings

GREAT OPPORTUNITY to have an in-person healing session in ASHEVILLE by Chloe Kemp, award-winning best-selling author, seer, medium, and intuitive shamanic energy healer. 1-1/2 hour sessions available MAY 23 - […]

Dirty Logic at Sound Effects Benefit Concert

Salvage Station 468 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United States

Asheville Music School Presents: Sound Effects Benefit Concert with music by Dirty Logic and Minør! This is an all-ages event, and kids 7 and under get in FREE! Minors must […]

$25 – $30

Don’t Tell Comedy, South Slope Asheville

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

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 […]

$25

No Sir E

Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

Join us for an evening with No Sir E on Friday, May 24. 6 p.m. doors and 7 p.m. show. $12 advance / $15 at the door. NO SIR E […]

$12 – $15

Alex Cuba

Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., Asheville

Infusing sanguine melodies with infectious Afro-Cuban rhythms, this Grammy-winning singer-songwriter combines the music of his home with jazz, funk, rock and pop to create a truly unparalleled sound. Alex takes […]

$42

Roll of the Dice, A Comedy Show of Chance

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Friday evening 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 […]

$15

Neurographics and Exploration

Re.Imagine Gallery 15 Spivey Lake Dr., Fairview

"Neurographics and Exploration" is an artistic method using your senses. You tap into your mental and psychological creativity to realize personal insights. If you are interested in Zentangle and creating […]

$100.00

Bella Italia (works by Philip DeAngelo & Michael Cartellone

Philip DeAngelo Studio 115 Roberts Street, Asheville, NC, United States

"Bella Italia" came about after Michael Cartellone visited the gallery, and he and I discovered we both have ancestral history from Sicily. In addition to being the drummer for the […]

Bella Italia (works by Philip DeAngelo & Michael Cartellone)

Philip DeAngelo Studio 115 Roberts Street, Asheville, NC, United States

“Bella Italia” came about after Michael Cartellone visited the gallery, and he and I discovered we both have ancestral history from Sicily. In addition to being the drummer for the […]

Horse and Hero Artist Spotlight featuring Sara Simpson!

Horse + Hero 14 Patton Ave., Asheville

Horse and Hero Artist Spotlight featuring Sara Simpson! Saturday, May 25th from 6-9PM. Horse and Hero is located at 14 Patton Ave in the heart of downtown Asheville.  Sara Simpson […]

Free

Bottoms Up! Comedy Showcase at Catawba Brewing

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Saturday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a special AVLBeer Week show at Catawba Brewing!!! A killer lineup of local […]

$15

Secret Saturday Late Nite Comedy Showcase

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Saturday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week it's a secret lineup of amazing comedians!!! A fun mix of local favorites and […]

$18

LAST CALL late nite comedy at DSSOLVR

DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, Asheville

Modelface Comedy presents LAST CALL! A late nite comedy show at DSSOLVR on the last Saturday every month. LAST CALL comedy is a late nite showcase featuring the best comedians […]

$15

Hair of the Dog Comedy Brunch at Catawba Brewing

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This afternoon we have a very special brunch show for you! Kick your Saturday off laughing with some […]

$18

Sunday Funday Comedy Showcase at Catawba Brewing

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Sunday Funday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. Come goof around with a group of Asheville comedy favorites and great comedians from all […]

$15

ABSFest Saturday Spectacular Burlesque & Sideshow Fest

The Orange Peel 101 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

The 15th Anniversary Saturday Spectacular is THE SHOW NOT TO MISS! Madame Onça fills the stage with artists of every variety to bring the bling and blow your mind. Contortionists, […]

$25 – $55

School’s out – Day Camp! XP League Asheville

XP LEAGUE ASHEVILLE 15 LOOP ROAD, SUITE 2B, ARDEN

Your child is welcome between 8-4 pm, they will need to bring their own lunch. The cost is $70 per day - only 18 spots are available - registration is […]

$70.00

Performance and Community Conversation with Teso Ellis

Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

On Tuesday, May 28, 6:30 p.m., join us for a performance and community conversation with Teso Ellis, LEAF’s Spark the Arts Artist in Residence for May. Free event — open […]

Free

Hear Here: Featuring Detective Blind + O•VAD•YA

Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

Get inside Asheville’s rock, indie and experimental music scenes through “Hear Here,” a new series co-presented by Citizen Vinyl and “The Overlook with Matt Peiken” podcast. Each evening mixes live […]

$10 – $12

5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers on Weds Nights hosted by Karen

Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NC

Element: Ethereal/Stillness The mystical feeling when the clouds in the sky open up with a bright light shining through! Move your dancing feet and body to compassion, spiritual consciousness, peace, […]

$15 – $25

Gagging! Queer Comedy Showcase presented by Modelface Comedy

The Odd 1045 Haywood Road, Asheville

GAGGING: A QUEER COMEDY SHOWCASE AT THE ODD IN WEST ASHEVILLE!!! Modelface Comedy brings you the best queer comedians from all over the South. Celebrate all the aspects of queer […]

$15