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].
Juniper Bends Reading Series — Secret Life of Plants
Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, AshevilleJoin us at Story Parlor on Friday, May 31 for a night of poetry and music. Readers: Aliah Lavonne Tigh, NitaJade, Chelsea Lynn LaBate, and Shae Savoy, plus Ryan Glass […]
ATLiens, Best of Atlanta Comedy Showcase
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleModelface Comedy presents ATLiens comedy showcase at Catawba Brewing! ATLiens is a celebration of the best comedians in Atlanta. Each show we feature a different group of the ATL's best […]
Canna Comic Cuisine? Two Dinner & Comedy Shows
Rezonance 51-A College Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesSlice of Life Presents: Canna Comic Cuisine? Two Dinner & Comedy Shows Friday May 31, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM & 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM Rezonance Lounge via […]
Ashevillians Comedy Showcase at LaZoom
LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesEvery Thursday Modelface Comedy brings the best local and touring comedians to LaZoom! This week we have our Ashevillians Comedy Showcase!!! Modelface Comedy brings you a villainous night of comedy […]
JORTS! a stand up comedy showcase
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleModelface Comedy presents JORTS! a stand up comedy showcase featuring hot comedy and even hotter knees! Put on your best jorts or cut up some jeans and make a new […]
2024 MountainTrue Nolichucky BioBlitz in Erwin, TN
Each year, MountainTrue hosts a BioBlitz to record all the species we can find in a given area. We identify and catalog organisms using the online app iNaturalist. The BioBiltz […]
National Trails Day
Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main St, NC, United StatesCelebrate one of our favorite days of the year with a day of guided hikes along Chimney Rock’s six unique trails. Join naturalists throughout the day and learn more about […]
Artist Talk with Nava Lubelski
Tracey Morgan Gallery 188 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin us for an artist talk and walkthrough with Nava Lubelski whose exhibition "Things We Think We Know" is on view at Tracey Morgan Gallery through June 8
Just Brew It
Pisgah Brewing Company 150 Eastside Drive , Black Mountain, NC, United StatesJust Economics is thrilled to announce the 14 year anniversary return of its annual home brewers competition and fundraising event, Just Brew It. Set to take place on June 1st, […]
Pride Mini-Fly
One World Brewing West 520 Haywood Rd, Asheville, FL, United StatesKick off Pride month with Firefly Gathering’s Pride Mini-Fly! Our Mini-Fly series offers a taste of everything Firefly is known for: earthskills, expert instructors, live music, local flavors, and bumpin’ […]
Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians and this month we have a special show featuring […]
Flimflams and Shenanigans at New Origin
New Origin Brewing 131 Thompson St., Asheville, NCModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have another killer lineup of Flimflams and Shenanigans New Origin Brewing. Hosted by local favorite […]
Asheville Honey Fest – 3rd Annual
Salvage Station 468 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesGet ready for a truly sweet celebration that promises to tantalize your taste buds and create a delightful buzz in the air – the Third Annual Asheville HoneyFest is back, […]
Gems of the Obscure
St. Giles Chapel at the Deerfield Episcopal Retirement Community 1617 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NCAsheville Baroque Concerts presents Gems of the Obscure. Gail Ann Schroeder, viola da gamba, and Daniel Swenberg, lute and theorbo, join forces in a program of beautiful solos and duos […]
Monster Comedy Jam!!!
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleSUNDAY! SUNDAY! SUNDAY!!! Modelface Comedy brings you the Monster Comedy Jam! Your favorite Asheville comics are revving their engines and ready to crush featuring Derek Boskovich, Ryan Gordon, Christian Lee, […]
Cancer Support Group
Woodfin YMCA 40 N Merrimon Ave, Ste. 101, AshevilleShare experiences with others on a similar journey at this monthly cancer support group at the Woodfin YMCA. This group is a safe and supportive place for all and is […]
Silver and Strong Demo
Reuter Family YMCA 3 Town Square Blvd, AshevilleJoin us at the Reuter Family YMCA for a demo of the upcoming Silver and Strong class that will be all about strength training for seniors! This event is free […]
Poetry 101: The Curious Practice of Paying Attention
Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, AshevillePoetry is the written act of paying attention. Paying attention to words, rhythm, and writing but most importantly the worlds that inspire you to write. Namely, your world. "Wanted: a […]
Blueprint Breakfast for Dinner
pleb urban wineary 289 Lyman St, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity and 7 local chefs for a fun evening of creative cuisine and craft beverages in support of one of our region’s most pressing issues […]
Sustainable Happiness AVL
Asheville YMCA 30 Woodfin Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesSustainable Happiness AVL is a community group that focuses on positive psychology and practical guidance to help cultivate joy and friendships. This safe, supportive group is free and open to […]
David LaMotte in conversation with Bruce Reyes-Chow
Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesMalaprop's Bookstore / Café presents: David LaMotte in conversation with Bruce Reyes-Chow + book signings on Thursday, June 6. Doors at 6:30 p.m. and event at 7:30 p.m. Free; RSVP […]
Modelface Comedy presents Max Hornstein & Cal Murata at the LaZoom Room
LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesEvery week Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and this week we have Max Hornstein and Cal Murata from New York City! Max Hornstein […]
Connect Beyond Festival
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesConnect Beyond Festival returns to downtown Asheville, N.C. on June 7-9, 2024 for a weekend of performances, panels, film screenings and workshops with award-winning artists and thought leaders, exploring how […]
Comedy from the Future at Catawba Brewing
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery friday 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 […]
Angela Autumn + Shay Martin Lovette
Citizen Vinyl 14 O'Henry Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesIt's an evening of indie-folk singer-songwriters with Angela Autumn and Shay Martin Lovette! Friday, June 7, 6 p.m. doors and 7 p.m. show. $10 advance / $12 at the door. […]
out & Proud
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesMargot Wilde, Hendersonville Pride, and Hendersonville Theatre are ecstatic to bring you another fabulous drag event. Out & Proud: A Pride Kick-off Drag Show will usher in Pride Month with […]
Catch These Chuckles Comedy at Catawba Brewing
Catawba Brewing Company South Slope Asheville 32 Banks Avenue, AshevilleEvery Friday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and this week it's going down!! We can't get enough of diss tracks and beefs and […]
Hemlocks and Birds Educational Hike
Strawberry Gap Trailhead US74-A, GertonPlease join us on Saturday, June 8th at 9:00 am for an educational hemlock and birding hike with the Hemlock Restoration Initiative and the Transylvania County Bird Club. The hike […]
National Get Outdoors Day
Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park 431 Main St, NC, United StatesThis holiday highlights one of our favorite things to do: get outdoors! Stop by the park for a day of hiking, outdoor activities, education stations, and more. Our friends from […]
54th Annual Brevard AAUW Book Sale
Boshamer Gym, Brevard College 1 college row, Brevard, NC, United StatesThe Brevard Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) is sponsoring its 54th Annual Book Sale. Net proceeds support local STEM and educational scholarships for girls (5th-12th grades) […]
ElectriFair
Join us at the Electrify Asheville-Buncombe ElectriFair for an experience that promises to enlighten and entertain! This is your opportunity to explore a vast array of vendors showcasing the latest […]
A House for the Goddess
Land of the Sky United Church of Christ 15 Overbrook Place, Asheville NCA concert of art songs, choral music, cello, piano and dance for the Divine Feminine composed by Annelinde Metzner Saturday, June 8th, 2 PM at Land of the Sky United […]
Percussion Discussion Afrika
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesPercussion Discussion Afrika is Uganda’a leading folk-fusion band whose music is driven by the melodic sound of Ugandan drums and accompanied by other instruments. Their debut album Omubala was number […]
Modelface Comedy presents: Liz Miele at Eulogy
Eulogy 10 Buxton Ave, AshevilleModelface Comedy Presents: **Liz Miele** Saturday, June 8th, 2024 Eulogy - 10 Buxton Ave. Asheville, NC 28801 Doors 7PM || Show 8PM **Liz Miele** Liz Miele, originally from New Jersey, […]
RAD Half Marathon & 10k
Pack Square Park 121 College St, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe RAD Half Marathon & 10K is an exhilarating and picturesque race that takes participants on a captivating journey through Asheville’s famed River Arts District (RAD). With its scenic course […]
