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].

Geminids Meteor Shower

The Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute 1 PARI Drive, Rosman

Join PARI for a night all about meteors and meteorites. Enjoy our dark skies and mountain peaks for breathtaking views of the night sky. Our astronomers will guide your experience […]

Comedy at Catawba two show: Peter Wong

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country, and this week we have Peter Wong from NYC! "Hello. I’m Peter Wong, a New York […]

$15

Benefit Concert for Mankind Project Helene Relief Fund

Land of the Sky United Church of Christ 15 Overbrook Place, Asheville NC

Announcing a benefit concert for The Mankind Project Helene Disaster Relief Fund on Friday, December 13that 7:00pm at the Land of Sky United Church of Christ at 15 Overbrook Pl. […]

donations

A Christmas Memory

Parish House of St. John in the Wilderness 1905 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, NC, United States

Flat Rock, N.C. - Returning to the stage for his sixth straight season at St. John in the Wilderness, actor and theologian E.R. Haire, Jr. will perform Truman Capote’s beloved […]

Free

Breakfast with the Elves at the Old Rock Cafe

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main St, NC, United States

Santa’s helpers have taken over the Old Rock Cafe and are dishing up festive pancakes and breakfast favorites! Enjoy a delicious breakfast, meet elves straight from the North Pole, then […]

27th Annual Santa on the Chimney

Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main St, NC, United States

Santa has a big job climbing down all the chimneys in the world on Christmas Eve. But where better to practice than one of the world’s largest natural chimneys? Santa […]

FREE Holiday Nights Event at Ross Farm!

Ross Farm (Formerly Jack Young Greenhouse) 91 Holbrook Road, Candler

We are lighting up our gorgeous greenhouses and staying open late for all the holiday feels. Please join us for: -50% off your entire Ross Farm purchase this Saturday December […]

Free

Artist ReLEAF Concert feat. Derian Blane

LEAF Global Arts 19 Eagle St., Asheville

LEAF Global Arts hosts an Artist ReLEAF Concert series on Saturdays through December 14. The events will both benefit the artists who perform (through the LEAF Local Artist Relief Fund) […]

Free

Kellin Watson and Friends

Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United States

Kellin Watson is an internationally-touring singer-songwriter, whose award-winning sound blends elements of blues, pop, folk, and soul. Hailing from Black Mountain, NC, Kellin draws on her Appalachian roots to bring […]

$20

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 […]

$15

December Gathering of Harp and Story

Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United States

Sit back and get ready for an afternoon of Classy and Sassy as Martha Geouge Hill, Celtic harper, and Cynthia Geouge Davis, author and storyteller, combine their sisterly stylings of […]

$15

What’s Shaking? Jingle Bell Jam

The Mule at Devil's Foot Beverage 131 Sweeten Creek Rd #10, Asheville

Get jingly with us on Sunday, December 15, 2:30-5 p.m. We're holding a special holiday music & dance party at The Mule. The full What's Shaking? band will be there! […]

Free

Comedy at Catawba: Tayler Yarish

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have Tayler Yarish from NYC!!! Tayler Yarish is an NYC-based comedian, podcast host […]

$15

PERSPECTIVES: David Silver on The Farm at BMC

Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North Carolina

BMCM+AC will host David Silver, co-curator of The Farm at Black Mountain College, for a gallery walk-and-talk alongside a book launch / signing event. Join us for an in-depth look […]

Free

Comedy at Catawba: Drew Morgan

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Every Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we bring you Drew Morgan from Los Angeles! Drew Morgan is a comedian, writer […]

$18

The Art of Yoga Series

Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

Join us in the Museum's Atrium for a harmonious blend of artistic inspiration and mindful movement! Each session features a deep dive into one artwork drawing connections between the imagery […]

$10

Last Chance Holiday Market & Solstice Party

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

Join us for a community Solstice Party at Citizen Vinyl on Saturday, December 21, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Live music by Julia Sanders, Angela Autumn, Erika Lewis, AC Sapphire, and Lilianna […]

Makerspace: Winter Solstice Lanterns

Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

Join us for a drop-in art activity led by Museum staff! Participants will be invited to create an artwork of their own inspired by on-view exhibitions. All ages and abilities […]

General admission

Hand-Dipped Beeswax Candle Making

Just in time for Winter Solstice, shine brightly on the shortest day of the year by creating your own beautiful, sustainable light! Dipping tapered beeswax candles is a craft as […]

Candlelight: Holiday Special Featuring “The Nutcracker” and More

Asheville Masonic Temple 80 Broadway , Asheville

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Asheville. Get your tickets now to discover Holiday inspired music at […]

$38.52

Gluten-Free Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge

Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United States

Modelface 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 […]

$18

Matinee Movie—Jasper Johns: Ideas in Paint

Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

Join us for a matinee screening of Jasper Johns: Ideas in Paint. This film features narration by significant Black Mountain College figures John Cage and Merce Cunningham. About the Film: […]

General admission

A Swannanoa Solstice

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

For two decades and counting, this beloved local holiday tradition has brought warmth and light to winter’s darkest days — offering a comforting blend of global folk traditions from the diverse, […]

$60

Brevard Philharmonic presents Christmastime in Brevard

Porter Center (Scott Concert Hall), Brevard College 1 Brevard College Drive, Brevard

Christmastime in Brevard December 22, 2024 at 3:00 pm Celebrate the holidays with the Brevard Philharmonic! All of your favorite holiday tunes, Haydn’s Toy Symphony, “The Night Before Christmas,” and […]

$13 – $43

Comedy for Community supporting Brother Wolf

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Locals supporting locals is the heart of Asheville. Comedy for Community brings all your favorite local comedians together each week at Catawba Brewing to support the town we love through […]

$15

A Swannanoa Solstice

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

For two decades and counting, this beloved local holiday tradition has brought warmth and light to winter’s darkest days — offering a comforting blend of global folk traditions from the diverse, […]

$60

Many Moods of Christmas

First Baptist Church of Asheville 5 Oak Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Experience the magic of Christmas with The Many Moods of Christmas Concert! This joyous concert is our gift to the community and the perfect way to celebrate the season. Sunday, […]

Free

Don’t Tell Comedy, South Slope Asheville

Eulogy 10 Buxton Ave, 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

Makerspace: Mixed Media Still Life

Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

Join us for a drop-in art activity led by Museum staff! Participants will be invited to create an artwork of their own inspired by on-view exhibitions. All ages and abilities […]

General admission

Hot & Horny Holiday Comedy Showcase

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Modelface Comedy presents Hot & Horny Comedy Showcase Celebrate the hottest/ funniest time of the year with some of the horniest comics around! And what is sexier than a sense […]

$18

Comedy for Community supporting Helpmate

Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville

Locals supporting locals is the heart of Asheville. Comedy for Community brings all your favorite local comedians together each week at Catawba Brewing to support the town we love through […]

$15

Winter Art Camp: Grades K–2

Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

Designed for students in grades K–2 and 3–5, this dynamic, two-session camp offers a fun, art-filled experience led by our expert educators. Your child will explore their creativity in the […]

$50

Winter Art Camp: Grades K–2

Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

Designed for students in grades K–2 and 3–5, this dynamic, two-session camp offers a fun, art-filled experience led by our expert educators. Your child will explore their creativity in the […]

$50

Winter Art Camp: Grades 3–5

Asheville Art Museum 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

Designed for students in grades K–2 and 3–5, this dynamic, two-session camp offers a fun, art-filled experience led by our expert educators. Your child will explore their creativity in the […]

$50