The Laurel of Asheville’s Community Events Calendar

 

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  • PATIO SHOW: Jesse Fox & Drew White

    The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

    – LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE JESSE FOX & DREW WHITE North Carolina–born singer-songwriter Jesse Fox is carving a space of his own in the modern Americana landscape. His upcoming album Magnolia (2026) captures the warmth and weight of Southern storytelling; songs that move between heartbreak, renewal, and quiet resilience. Even before […]

    $14.23
  • The Incense Road – Sufra Time at Mocha Box Coffeehouse

    Mocha Box Coffeehouse 1050 Haywood Rd., Asheville

    Before the Silk Road captured the world’s imagination, another great network of trade routes carried the treasures of Arabia across deserts, mountains and seas. Precious incense, rare spices and luxury goods traveled alongside stories, beliefs, technologies and ideas—connecting distant civilizations and helping shape the ancient world. In **The Incense Road**, part of **Sufra Time: An […]

    $95
  • Don’t Tell Comedy South Slope Asheville

    The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, Asheville

    Show Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Food available for purchase Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. This show will have chairs provided. ♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible. 21+ show. About Don't Tell Comedy Secret Locations. Shhh...it's a surprise. As you can […]

    $27
  • Ashley Heath & Her Heathens w/ Matthew Parsons

    The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

    STANDING ROOM ONLY Ashley Heath & Her Heathens Ashley Heath is often described as “Velvet Soul” with her prolific songwriting, strong and airy vocals, bluesy guitar playing, and has garnered national and international attention with her latest album “Something to Believe” released by Organic Records in Asheville, NC in 2022. She also has two previous […]

    $18.14
  • Hammered Wide Band Ring

    Ignite Jewelry Studios 84 W Walnut St Unit A, Asheville

    Join us in this hands on class where you will make a hammered sterling silver wide band ring. One of Ignite's fabulous instructors will take you through the process step by step including soldering, shaping, hammering, and finishing your ring. These also make great wedding bands! Come make your own wedding bands (or each other’s) […]

    $120
  • Wool Spinning Demonstration with Jamie Sparks

    Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, Asheville

    Jamie Sparks is a multidisciplinary artist and educator with more than 30 years of experience teaching learners of all ages. She has spent more than two decades working with natural fibers, specializing in spinning and felting, and has taught throughout the southeastern U.S., including the John C. Campbell Folk School, Tryon Arts and Crafts School, […]

    Free for Members or included with Museum admission
  • Painting with Horses

    HapBE Valley 21 Noah's Valley, Leicester

    Spend a peaceful afternoon painting in the presence of horses on a beautiful local farm. Paint With Horses is an intimate, small-group creative experience designed to help you slow down, connect with the natural world, and explore your own creativity alongside the horses. We'll begin by settling into the farm and connecting with the horses […]

    $110
  • PATIO SHOW: The Log Noggins

    The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

    – LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE The Log Noggins are a 3 piece progressive southern rock band based in Asheville, NC. Embedded in their southern roots are strains of fusion, blues, progressive rock, and much more. Their take on composition, melody, and chord structure contains hints of everything from The Allman Brothers […]

    $12.63
  • DJ GIDDY UP-SATURDAY NIGHT HOEDOWN

    The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

    BLUE COUNTRY’S ALL REQUEST HOEDOWN. FINALLY! WE CAN LINE DANCE AND TWO-STEP ON A LIVELY SATURDAY NIGHT IN ASHEVILLE! NO LESSONS TAUGHT, JUST TRACK AFTER TRACK OF ALL THE LOCAL LINE DANCING FAVES & COUNTRY TOW-STEP. DJ ZOE WILL BE PLAYING ANYTHING YOU ASK FOR (EXCEPTION: AI ARTISTS) THE TAQUERIA WILL BE OPEN FOR EXCELLENT […]

    $11.82
  • DJ GIDDY UP-SATURDAY NIGHT HOEDOWN

    The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

    Grey Eagle Events Presents DJ Giddy Up- Saturday night hoedown All request night Saturday, September 5 6pm Doors // 7pm Show All Ages Blue country’s all request hoedown. Finally! We can line dance and two-step on a lively Saturday night in Asheville! No lessons taught, just track after track of all the local line dancing […]

    $11.82
  • Chris Porter presented by Asheville Comedy Festival

    Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United States

    The Asheville Comedy Festival proudly presents Chris Porter for a special one-night-only event at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts. Whether you know him from his hit comedy specials Ugly & Angry and A Man From Kansas, his breakout run on NBC’s Last Comic Standing, or his appearances on Comedy Central, Netflix, Showtime, and […]

    $26.50
  • Eyes Up Here Comedy: Fall of the Patriarchy Edition

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

    Modelface Comedy Club presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! This month we are celebrating Fall... of the Patriarchy! Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring comedians from Asheville and around the South East. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry. ages […]

    $18
  • Witching Hour, Dark and Dirty Comedy

    Eda Rhyne 101 Fairview Rd, Asheville

    Modelface Comedy presents The Witching Hour Comedy Showcase at Eda Rhyne Distillery Witching Hour is a dark and dirty comedy show featuring some of the filthiest comics in the South!! Combining dark humor with hauntingly delicious Appalachian cocktails. This show is ages 21 and up and NC17 Doors at 9:30pm, show at 10pm Tickets $18

    $18
  • Yoga Taco Mosa

    The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

    Join us for Yoga Taco Mosa the first Sunday of every month. This is a donation based slow flow class lead by Clare Desmelik. Bring your yoga mat Bring a water bottle Bring an open heart We’ll follow the class with tacos and mimosas at The Grey Eagle Taqueria.

    Free
  • Sunday Sounds: Steve Lapointe

    Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, Asheville

    Join us for a live performance by Steve Lapointe, pianist-in-residence in the Windgate Foundation Atrium. ABOUT THE MUSICIAN Steve Lapointe’s nine years of classical piano as a youth grounded him in music theory. Jazz studies while in Ithaca, New York, opened his ears to extemporaneous improvisation and the music of Keith Jarrett, Chick Corea, Bill […]

    Free for Members or included with Museum admission
  • Patio Show: Aaron Molhoo

    The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

    – LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE Future Aaron is an American singer-songwriter and singer for The Spiritual Machines. As a solo artist, Aaron creates modern songs rooted in the golden age of songwriting. Drawing inspiration from artists like Peter Gabriel, Crowded House, Sunny Day Real Estate, John Denver, and Nick Drake, his […]

    $12.63
  • Symphony in the Park

    Pack Square Park 121 College St, Asheville, NC, United States

    Join the Asheville Symphony for a spectacular night of music under the stars at the beloved Symphony in the Park, presented by Givens Communities and returning for its second year as part of Boomtown FestAVL! This year’s Symphony in the Park features award-winning vocalist Erica Gabriel. Accomplished in a wide range of styles including jazz, […]

    Free
  • Totally Radical Comedy at The RAD Brew Co.

    The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

    Every Weekend Modelface Comedy Club brings you the best comedians from all over the country. We are kickflipping excited for another night of totally radical live comedy at The RAD Brew Co. Featuring RAD AF comedians Cloud Hudson, Jon Bander and more! Cowabunga Dude!!! ages 18+ Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm Tickets $15

    $15
  • Patio Show: Claire Vandiver with LB Beistad

    The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

    LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE Claire Vandiver Claire Vandiver is a Nashville-born singer-songwriter whose dreamy sound and heartfelt songwriting create an intimate, cinematic listening experience. She recorded her debut full-length album with producer Jared Corder at Polychrome Ranch, a renowned recording studio nestled in the hills of Middle Tennessee known for its […]

    $12.63
  • Don’t Tell Comedy West Asheville

    Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins 9 Midnight Drive, Asheville, NC

    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 […]

    $27
  • Croz Boyce

    AyurPrana Listening Room 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC

    APLR Presents: Croz Boyce - Featuring Avey Tare & Geologist from Animal Collective Tuesday, September 8th, 2026 AyurPrana Listening Room 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806 Doors 6PM || Show 7PM Croz Boyce **What if 40 minutes of instrumental music made by two friends passing files across state lines could capture the range of human […]

    $25.90
  • Patio Show: Miriam’s Militia

    The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

    -LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE Miriam’s Militia Miriam Allen is a genre-defying songwriter who has opened for icons including Tim O’Brien, Doc Watson, and Del McCoury, performing at festivals across the western hemisphere from MerleFest in North Carolina to Salmonfest in Alaska to the Festival Río Cuale in Mexico. A finalist in […]

    $12.89
  • GUIDED OPEN STUDIO – SEPTEMBER EDITION – WITH ANNE STRUTZ, PSA, IAPS-MC

    Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United States

    Wednesdays from 10-3 September 2, 9, 16, 23 Join Anne in the studio for an open-format pastel class designed to deepen your skills in this richly expressive medium. Each session begins with a guided morning exercise exploring essential artistic principles and techniques that bring depth, energy, and confidence to your work. Bring your own reference […]

    $225
  • 5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen

    Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NC

    Elements Wave! In September, we are reminded of the seasonal changes from Summer to Fall. Within the Seasonal change the Elements are celebrated. Earth, Fire, Water, Air, and Ether. It is important to honor Mother Earth and all that she gives and provides for us. In honoring the Elements, how do the Elements move within […]

    $15 – $25
  • Patio Show: Christina Chandler

    The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

    LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE Christina Chandler is a Memphis-born music machine that has been writing, playing, performing, booking, and jamming since her earliest memories. Now based in Asheville, NC, she flows in and out of folk, soul, Americana and rock n roll, smoothing it all together with a rich, buttery voice, […]

    $12.89
  • Spirited Improv September Night Time Playshop Series in Asheville

    Homewood, 19 Zillicoa St, Ashevill, NC

    ABOUT SPIRITED IMPROV Spirited Improv is a unique fusion of expressive arts, spiritual practice, and group play that helps you release fear, trust the unknown, and show up as your truest self. Through embodied improvisational play, movement, voice, storytelling, music, and customery, we create a living container where authenticity is welcomed and presence is practiced. […]

  • New Moon Sound Bath

    HapBE Valley 21 Noah's Valley, Leicester

    Join us at HapBE Valley — an equine and wellness retreat center surrounded by rolling pastures and majestic mountains, 15 minutes from downtown Asheville — for an evening under the New Moon in Virgo. We'll begin with 15 minutes of gentle movement and breath to settle the body, then surrender into a 60-minute sound bath […]

    $25
  • 65 North Pickers + Radish

    The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

    STANDING ROOM ONLY 65 NORTH PICKERS Introducing the 65 north pickers, a high-energy bluegrass quartet that fuses the drive of traditional bluegrass with the exploratory spirit of jam band improvisation. fronted by mandolin player jake, banjoist nate, guitarist quinton, and bassist tali, this quartet is renowned for their lightning-fast picking and impressive improvisation. Their high-energy […]

    $21.35
  • Reception | Veteran Obsolete: Geoffrey Bowton

    WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United States

    Featuring glass work by military veteran Geoffrey Bowton, this exhibition draws upon Bowton’s own experiences with combat deployments to confront the emotional and psychological challenges faced by veterans re-entering civilian life. Through the symbolic use of military gear, he ushers viewers into the complex landscape of post-service reality: depression, suicide, PTSD, and the unresolved echoes […]

    Free
  • Veteran Obsolete: Geoffrey Bowton Reception

    John W. Bardo Arts Center 200 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee

    Featuring glass work by military veteran Geoffrey Bowton, this exhibition draws upon Bowton's experiences with combat deployments to confront the emotional and psychological challenges faced by veterans re-entering civilian life.

    Free
  • Patio Show: 5J Barrow

    The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

    – LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE 5J Barrow Inspiration seeped through the windows of apartment 5J on Barrow Street looking out over the Hudson River in NYC’s Greenwich Village, where singer-songwriters and Broadway performers, Eryn Murman and Jason Hite, soaked up the energy and passion of musicians, painters, poets and writers who […]

    $12.89
  • Rooftop Comedy featuring Elliott White

    antidote 151 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

    Every Thursday Modelface Comedy Club brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have Southern favorite Elliott White on the rooftop at Antidote! Chemist Spirts welcomes top comedians for a night of laughs. Enjoy a stunning AVL sunset from the rooftop bar at Antidote while giggling and sipping a classic cocktail. […]

    $18
  • Jake Blount

    THE GREY EAGLE MUSIC HALL 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

    Jake Blount is a performer and scholar of Black folk music based in Providence, RI. Initially recognized for his skill as a string band musician, Blount has synthesized his scholarly and artistic pursuits into a diverse performance practice that has taken him to Carnegie Hall, Newport Folk Festival, NPR’s Tiny Desk, and beyond. His albums, […]

    $22.21
  • PATIO SHOW: Morgan Geer

    The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

    – LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE Morgan Geer of Drunken Prayer Drunken Prayer transcends the bounds of Americana music. Morgan Geer writes songs that could emerge from a highly blissed-out biker bar or a swampy ashram. The new Drunken Prayer record, Thy Burdens, is an homage to the fiery music of the […]

    $11.76
  • The Queen of Sheba – Sufra Time at Mocha Box Coffeehouse

    Mocha Box Coffeehouse 1050 Haywood Rd., Asheville

    Was the Queen of Sheba a brilliant ruler, a fearless traveler, a master diplomat—or all three? Her story has echoed across civilizations for nearly 3,000 years, appearing in Jewish, Christian and Islamic traditions and inspiring generations of art, literature and legend. Yet behind the mystery stood the extraordinary kingdom of Saba in ancient Yemen—a wealthy […]

    $95