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].

5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen

Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NC

The Magic of Spring! Where do you find magic for yourself? How do you find your inner glow? Wings of expansion, what helps you to widen your wingspan to take flight? All of the answers are within you and your body! Join us of this movement exploration! We move to the Maps of Gabrielle Roth. […]

$15 – $25

Bullington Gardens Annual Spring Plant Sale

Bullington Gardens 95 Upper Red Oak Trail, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Discover a unique selection of perennials, annuals, trees, shrubs, veggies, and tomatoes, all carefully curated to inspire your garden. This year, we’re also highlighting a variety of pollinator-friendly plants to support local ecosystems and bring life to your outdoor spaces. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, our sale offers something for everyone, […]

“It Was All A Dream” Art Exhibit Opening

The Radical 95 Roberts Street, Ashville

Guests are invited to step into CYCLE 3 of The Radical’s ongoing, quarterly art series. This exhibit “It Was All a Dream” is a collective of local artists including Kevin Andrew, Colton Dion, Rebecca Harnish, and Stacy Kraft. Located at The Radical Gallery, attendees can connect with the artists and enjoy a complimentary beverage as […]

Live Music w/Andy Ferrell @ 12 Bones

12 Bones Smokehouse & Brewing 2350 Hendersonville Road, Arden

Andy Ferrell plays music local to the southern Appalachians he calls home. Folk, blues and old time all collide to make up a body of true Americana music that he loves to share with listeners of all ages across the region.

Free

Comedy for Community supporting BeLoved Asheville

DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, Asheville

Modelface Comedy Presents: Comedy For Community Locals supporting locals is the heart of Asheville. Comedy for Community brings your favorite comedians together each month to support the town we love through a variety of local charities and organizations. This month we are partnering with BeLoved Asheville! This month we will also have special guest comics […]

$15

Eli Lev (musician) performing in Asheville, North Carolina on April 24th, 2025 at One World Brewing

One World Brewing Downtown 10 Patton Ave, Asheville

Rising singer-songwriter Eli Lev is making the world a smaller place, one song at a time. Eli pens lyrics and melodies for everyday enlightenment—songs that resonate because they’re heartfelt, earthy, and offer the wisdom he’s gained through lifelong travel and self-discovery. His latest project, an EP called 'Present Journey,' is inspired by his current life […]

King James

North Carolina Stage Company 15 Stage Lane, Asheville

Set in a bar in Cleveland Heights, Ohio and spanning LeBron’s rookie season with the Cavaliers to the 2016 NBA Championship, two unlikely friends navigate their turbulent relationship through a shared love of the game. From the first quarter to the final buzzer, King James comes in clutch as a riveting love letter to the […]

$10 – $48

Grayson Capps with special guest Corky Hughes

The Grey Eagle 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville

Southern troubadour Grayson Capps performs his signature mix of country, rock, folk and blues with slide guitar master Corky Hughes at The Grey Eagle! Heartbreak, Misery & Death is the seventh studio album by beloved Alabama-based troubadour Grayson Capps. For this latest effort, Capps turned his attention to 16 long-lost folk songs and traditionals performed […]

$25 – $30

Tending Your Creative Fire: A Women’s Self-Renewal Retreat

The Retreat Center at Lake Logan 25 Wormy Chestnut Ln, Canton

April 25, 9-5 pm, Lake Logan Retreat Center, Canton, NC Tending Your Creative Fire: A NC Women's Retreat ~ Join women from across North Carolina and beyond for a one-day self-renewal retreat devoted to wild creativity, authentic connection, deep to-the-bones replenishment and support for asking, "What is uniquely mine to do?" Join NC-based thought leaders/creatives, […]

$225

New Moon Yoga Nidra & Reiki

Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, Asheville

Join Reiki Master Teacher and Yoga Nidra Facilitator, Kate Wargo of Woven Light in a soothing Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep) practice guiding you into the “in-between”; that space between being awake and asleep. Within this space, a dream will be induced taking you into a state of consciousness that can bring about immense healing in […]

$56.00

Rustic Italian Crafted with Care

Barn Door Ciderworks 23 Lytle Rd, Fairview

Barn Door Ciderworks is partnering with Amber Amara, head honcho and chef of Bistro Betty Food Truck, for a delicious dinner event on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 6pm at Barn Door Ciderworks. Guests will enjoy cider paired with a delectable four-course meal inspired by rustic Italian traditions. The menu can be adapted to vegetarians […]

$75

Crisp Comedy live in Leicester featuring Zain Zaidi

Noble Cidery and Taproom 356 New Leicester Highway, Asheville, NC

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 Zain Zaidi from Atlanta!!! Zain Zaidi is a Pakistani comedian from Indiana, where he performed regularly at […]

Free

The Tannahill Weavers

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

Feel the unmatched energy and passion of one of the world’s premier traditional Celtic bands, whose diverse repertoire spans the centuries with fire-driven instrumentals, original ballads and lullabies and humorous tales of life in the lowlands. Formed in 1968 at a pub in Paisley, Scotland, the versatile band turns its acoustic excitement loose with an […]

$22 – $45

Modelface Comedy Presents Bailey Pope at LaZoom (UPDATED)

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

Every weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have Bailey Pope from NYC!!! Bailey Pope is a New York based Comedian, writer, and pigeon-holed actress. She’s been featured on Prime Video, Sirius XM, Roku Comedy Network and at festivals including New York Comedy Fest, Limestone and […]

$15

She Slays 5k

Pardee Cancer Center 805 6th Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC, United States

In collaboration with Pardee Hospital Foundation and Hunter Subaru, we are thrilled to present the 2nd Annual She Slays 5K. This event is all about celebrating the strength, courage, and fierce determination of women fighting cancer. Whether you walk or run, you're making a difference for those who are in the midst of this battle. […]

Plant Sale – Blue Ridge Community College Horticulture Program

Come join us to kick off spring with a little plant shopping!! We will have a wide selection of herbs, vegetables, ornamentals, hanging baskets, perennials, shrubs, trees and more available to purchase! All plants are student grown and all proceeds go directly back into the horticulture program. We'd love to help you get growing this […]

Weaverville Art Safari Spring 2025

Weaverville, NC 28787 multiple, Weaverville

The Spring Weaverville Art Safari will take place April 26 and 27 2025. Widely recognized for the quality of the artistry work, Art Safari also gives guests the unique opportunity to meander through this beautiful area. You’ll enjoy meeting our 50+ artists and seeing the spaces where they work and live. The Weaverville Art Safari […]

Free

Appalachia Day at Hickory Nut Gap Farm

Hickory Nut Gap Farm 57 Sugar Hollow Rd, Fairview

Join us for Appalachia Day at Hickory Nut Gap Farm on April 26! Enjoy a free, family-friendly festival from 12-6 pm with live music, local artisans, food trucks, and fun farm activities. Plus, don’t miss the evening concert with Darren Nicholson Band (ticketed event). Proceeds benefit Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy.

Free

Cosmic Embrace: A Twilight Journey of Yoga, Labyrinths & Meteor Showers

Kanuga Conference & Retreat Center 130 Kanuga Chapel Drive, Hendersonville,, NC, United States

Join us for an enchanting evening under the stars, sponsored by Yoga and Massage (Y.A.M.) and Roper Mountain. This special event combines the calming practice of astrological yoga, the peacefulness of a guided labyrinth walk, and the magic of star and Lyrid meteor shower gazing. Optional: dinner in the dining hall before the event, select […]

$19.05

Comedy at Catawba: Bailey Pope

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have Bailey Pope from NYC!!! Bailey Pope is a New York based Comedian, writer, and pigeon-holed actress. She’s been featured on Prime Video, Sirius XM, Roku Comedy Network and at festivals including New York Comedy Fest, Limestone and […]

$18

Drag BingOh!

The Radical 95 Roberts Street, Ashville

The wait is over! The Radical is bringing back the favorite game night to after/glow. Hosted by none other than Miss Blue Ridge Pride, Alexis Black, this event promises rad performances, nonstop music and cocktails that keep the party going. No RSVP necessary.

Don’t Tell Comedy, River Arts District

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

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 […]

$25

Secret Saturday Late Nite Comedy Show at LaZoom

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

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 big city comics all the way from New York City and who knows who else might show up!!! ages 18+ doors at 9:30, show at […]

$15

5Rhythms®Vacillating Waves Class on Sunday hosted by Karen

Asia House 828 119 Coxe Ave., Asheville, NC

Global Wave! We will celebrate the contributions of music that our Global musicians have created for us to move and breathe! We will move to the Maps created by Gabrielle Roth! Don't miss out on Brandi M. and a student will drum live for our warmup! Asia House 828, 119 Coxe Ave. Asheville, NC 28806 […]

$15 – $25

Weaverville Art Safari Spring 2025

The Spring Weaverville Art Safari will take place April 26 and 27 2025. Widely recognized for the quality of the artistry work, Art Safari also gives guests the unique opportunity to meander through this beautiful area. You’ll enjoy meeting our 50+ artists and seeing the spaces where they work and live. The Weaverville Art Safari […]

Free

Cali Sober, an alcohol free comedy show

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. Tonight we have a special sober show sponsored by Best Day Brewing! Cali Sober is a comedy show featuring sober and soberish comedians from Asheville and all over the country! Join us and the folks from Best Day Brewing in Charlotte […]

$15

Freshen Up Comedy Open Mic at VOWL Bar

DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, Asheville

Every 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 […]

Free

Comedy from the Future

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Every 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 […]

$15

Live Music w/Leather Britches @ 12 Bones

12 Bones Smokehouse & Brewing 2350 Hendersonville Road, Arden

Leather Britches is an old time duo that focuses on traditional Appalachain music. From ripping fiddle and banjo numbers to heartwrenching ballads, they bring music born of ancient times into the present.

Free

Asheville Symphony Amadeus Festival Kickoff and Beer Release

Appalachian Mountain Brewery 46 N Mills River Road, Mills River

Step into summer with the Asheville Symphony as we herald the return of the Asheville Amadeus Festival! We’re launching this year’s festival at Appalachian Mountain Brewery’s lively Mills River taproom, where we’re unveiling our festival-exclusive brew — Fables & Folklore Hazy IPA. This enchanting creation weaves together bright pineapple and orange notes in a tropical […]

Free

Cheap and Trashy Comedy at VOWL Bar

DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, Asheville

Modelface Comedy presents Cheap and Trashy! A $5 low brow comedy show at VOWL bar on the last Wednesday every month. Cheap and Trashy comedy is a comedy showcase featuring the best comedians from all over the country and your local favorites! The show is only $5, and will feature some great jokes and some […]

$5

Live Music w/Doctor Delia @ 12 Bones

12 Bones Smokehouse & Brewing 2350 Hendersonville Road, Arden

Jon-Delia is a forest spirit steeped in the folk-blues tradition, playing adventurous orginials that meander through city streets, skies and streams.

Free

Asheville Symphony Amadeus Festival – TF3’s Jukebox with Time for Three

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

Defying convention and boundaries, Time For Three (TF3) stands at the busy intersection of classical music, Americana, and singer-songwriter. To experience TF3 live is to hear the various eras, styles, and traditions of Western music fold in on themselves and emerge anew. This Jukebox program, a featured event in this season’s biennial Asheville Amadeus Festival, […]