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].
An Evening with Maia Sharp
Longtime Greenville fan favorite Maia Sharp has had her songs recorded by Bonnie Raitt, The Chicks, Cher, Edwin McCain, David Wilcox, Art Garfunkel, Lizz Wright, Lisa Loeb, Terri Clark, Keb’ […]
ART WALK – OLD FORT
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortJoin in the celebration as Old Fort kicks off their first-ever Art Walk. Arrowhead Gallery & Studios is the starting and end point for the Art Walk; from there, walkers […]
ART WALK – OLD FORT
Arrowhead Gallery and Studios 77 Catawba Ave.,, Old FortOld Forts 1st Art Walk
Breathe + Restore Breathwork inside the Cave
Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, AshevilleJoin The Breath Nurse for a hour of rejuvenating breathwork experience designed to help you quiet your mind, release stress and tension, and restore balance- so you can feel more […]
Modelface Comedy presents Carmen Lynch
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have Carmen Lynch from NYC! Carmen Lynch is a Spanish-American stand-up comedian, actress, and writer […]
Opening Night with the Sphinx Virtuosi
Parker Concert Hall 349 Andante Ln, BrevardKick off Brevard Music Center’s 2025–26 Parker Concert Hall Series with the electrifying Sphinx Virtuosi. This acclaimed chamber orchestra, made up of some of the nation’s top Black and Latinx […]
Pilobolus: Other Worlds Collection
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesFri & Sat, Oct 10 & 11 • 8 pm Journey into an astonishing universe where Pilobolus transverses the landscape of the human experience with heart-stopping grace, acrobatic power, and […]
44th Annual Western North Carolina Parade of Homes
The 44th annual Western North Carolina Parade of Homes, happening October 11-12 and 18-19, is a free, self-guided tour of new and remodeled homes by top builders throughout Asheville, Hendersonville, […]
Hendersonville Farmers Market
Historic Train Depot 650 Maple Street, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, United StatesDiscover the Hendersonville Farmers Market, Locally Grown, Community Strong A vibrant weekly gathering at the Historic Train Depot in downtown Hendersonville. Running every Saturday from May 3rd to October 25th, […]
Pebble Jewelry Workshop with Molly Sharp – October 2025
Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United StatesIf you’ve ever collected small, perfectly smooth pebbles and wondered what to do with them, this two-day workshop is the perfect solution! Using diamond encrusted drill bits, students will drill […]
NC PIT SMOKED BARBEQUE FUNDRAISER IN ASHEVILLE
Riceville Fire Department 2251 Riceville Road, Asheville, NC, United StatesAsheville locals look forward to the annual Scouting America Scout Troop 17 barbecue dinner fundraiser. The event, set for Saturday, October 11, 2025, offers tender, juicy Western North Carolina smoked […]
Blue Ridge Humane Society’s 75th Birthday Bash
Mills River Brewing Company 336 Banner Farm Rd, Mills RiverWe’re turning 75 and you’re invited! Join us as we raise a glass to 75 years of compassion, community, and animal lifesaving. This casual birthday celebration is our way of […]
Blue Ridge Humane Society’s 75th Birthday Bash
Mills River Brewing Company 336 Banner Farm Rd, Mills RiverWe’re turning 75 and you’re invited! Join us as we raise a glass to 75 years of compassion, community, and animal lifesaving. This casual birthday celebration is our way of […]
Future Histories
Center for Craft 67 Broadway St., Asheville, NC, United StatesFuture Histories A Celebration + Benefit Saturday, October 11, 2025 6:00–8:30 pm Join us for a fun and festive celebration of 20 years of the Center's Craft Research Fund, its […]
Reasonably Priced Babies Presents ‘Up to Here with Leaves!’
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesThe Babies are “Up to Here with Leaves!” in their upcoming show at BMCA on Saturday, October 11 at 7:30. You’ll “fall” down laughing with this award-winning improv troupe. BMCA […]
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 […]
Pilobolus: Other Worlds Collection
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesFri & Sat, Oct 10 & 11 • 8 pm Journey into an astonishing universe where Pilobolus transverses the landscape of the human experience with heart-stopping grace, acrobatic power, and […]
Don’t Tell Comedy, River Arts District
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleShow 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. […]
Before & Afterparty
Center for Craft 67 Broadway St., Asheville, NC, United StatesBEFORE + AFTERPARTY Saturday, October 11 8:30–11:00 pm Suggested donation $40 Open to all I Spy an immersive projection experience in the Center for Craft's Ideation Lab. Curated cocktails, DJ, […]
Black Bear Half Marathon & 8k
Jackson Park Glover Street, Jackson Park, Hendersonville, NCThe Black Bear Half Marathon & 8k presented by Hunter Subaru is an exhilarating fall event that beckons both seasoned athletes and recreational runners alike. Nestled within the charm and […]
Wild Seasons: A Nature Journaling Workshop
WNC Nature Center 75 Gashes Creek Rd, Asheville, NC, United StatesDiscover the joy of nature journaling in this 2-hour workshop. We’ll explore new ways to express creativity and foster a deeper appreciation for nature while we’re at it! Nature journaling […]
Modelface Comedy presents Zak Toscani
The Mule at Devi's Foot Brewing 131 Sweeten Creek Rd, AshevilleModelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This weekend we have Zak Toscani from Los Angeles! Zak Toscani is a standup comedian and […]
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 […]
Don’t Tell Comedy West Asheville
Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins 9 Midnight Drive, Asheville, NCShow Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will […]
Aphorisms: A Tribute to Ursula Mamlok
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaAphorisms: A Tribute to Ursula Mamlok with dancers from New Chamber Ballet, flutist Roberta Michel, and the Momenta Quartet Performances: Tuesday, October 14th, 2025 at 7PM + Wednesday, October 15th, […]
Raphael Saadiq: No Bandwidth
Peace Center 300 South Main Street, Greenville, SC 29601, USA, Greenville, SC, United StatesOver the course of five groundbreaking solo albums, three Grammy Awards (and 22 additional nominations), and recognition from both the Oscars and Golden Globes, Raphael Saadiq has cemented his status […]
Bread of Life Day
Downtown Brevard 175 E Main St, BrevardBread of Life Day Thursday, October 16, 2025 In celebration of World Food Day, local restaurants will donate a portion of their sales to benefit The Bread of Life, a […]
Lunch and Learn with Carolina Memorial Sanctuary
Kanuga 471 Kanuga Chapel Dr., HendersonvilleCarolina Memorial Sanctuary leads a conversation about death preparation, home funerals, and the cathartic act of participating in a loved one's burial, Thurs. October 16 at Kanuga. Part of Kanuga's […]
2025 Rhythm & Brews Concert Series
Downtown Hendersonville South Main Street 201 Main Street, Hendersonville, NCThe Rhythm & Brews Concert Series unfolds as a casual and welcoming event, occurring on the third Thursday of each month from June to October. South Main Street in Hendersonville […]
Antidote Comedy featuring David Louis
antidote 151 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have NYC's David Louis on the rooftop bar at Antidote! Chemist Spirts welcomes a group of […]
Asheville Comedy Standup Contest
PULP Under The Orange Peel 103 Hilliard Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesVote for your favorite comic of the night!! The Slice of Life Comedy Asheville Fall/Winter Standup Contest - round 2 Thursday October 16, 7:30p-9:30p, doors at 6:30p The Orange Peel’s […]
Clue on Stage
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesAdapted from the screenplay by Jonathan Lynn, written by Sandy Rustin, additional material by Hunter Foster and Eric Price October 16-26 , 2025 Thursday, 10/16 at 7:30 (pay what you […]
Open Studio Sip & Shop: Local Jewelry, Home Decor + Vintage Clothing
SHARED LANGUAGE STUDIOS 115 Elk Mountain Road, Woodfin, NC 28804 115 Elk Mountain Rd, Suite A, Asheville, NC, United StatesOpen Studio Sip & Shop: Local Jewelry, Home Decor + Vintage Clothing 115 Elk Mountain Rd, Woodfin NC Friday, October 17th 4-6:30PM Featuring vintage clothing from @Sure.Please, @Lucca_Collective, @Gennypopshop + […]
New Moon Yoga Nidra & Reiki in the Salt Cave
Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, AshevilleWithin this space, a dream will be induced taking you into a state of consciousness that can bring about immense healing in your conscious, subconscious, and unconscious mind. The cave […]
Frightful Folktales at Vance Birthplace
Vance Birthplace State Historic Site 911 Reems Creek Road, WeavervilleJoin us this October to get into the spirit of Halloween with spooky stories from Appalachia and beyond. Dr. Delanna Reed, a member of the Jonesborough Storytellers Guild, will bring […]
