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].
{Re}HAPPENING 13
Camp Rockmont 375 Lake Eden Road, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesBlack Mountain College Museum + Arts Center board member Jolene Mechanic developed a fundraising idea that grew into the {Re}HAPPENING, a dinner and performance event inspired by John Cage’s 1952 Theatre Piece No. 1, considered by many to be the first Happening. For the first six years, the Media Arts Project (MAP), an artist-run non-profit […]
Cee Cee James & The Mission of S.O.U.L.
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesCee Cee James and Rob “Slideboy” Andrews play all original songs in a passionate performance that will draw you in as Cee Cee wields her well honed lyrical and vocal craft of creating and giving from the depth of the life that she has lead. She has tasted tragedy, addiction and abuse, as well as […]
Eyes Up Here Comedy Mother’s Day Edition
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 comedians from Asheville and around the South East. Hosted by local favorite Erin Terry. This month we are celebrating Mother's Day!! ages 18+ doors at […]
Save the Date! Four Old Broads
Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., TryonTryon’s Little Theater will present its last show of the season — Four Old Broads — May 1-4 and May 8-11, at the TLT Workshop Theater. Shows will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and at 3 p.m. Sunday. Written by Leslie Kimball and directed by Linda Killion, Four Old Broads is […]
Gaspard&Dancers
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleHow far can your imagination take you? This renowned company, known for its works of haunting beauty and emotional force, dares to find out in one of many pieces planned for its Asheville program. The company’s founder, Haitian-born former Pilobolus dancer Gaspard Louis, has earned international acclaim for his versatile and inventive choreography, drawing inspiration […]
The Witching Hour, dark and dirty comedy
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleModelface Comedy presents The Witching Hour Comedy Showcase at DSSOLVR Brewing The Witching Hour is a dark and dirty comedy show featuring some of the filthiest comics in the South!! This show is ages 21 and up and NC17 Food available before the show from Boy Howdy ages 21+ Doors at 9:30pm, show at 10pm […]
Save the Date! Four Old Broads
Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., TryonTryon’s Little Theater will present its last show of the season — Four Old Broads — May 1-4 and May 8-11, at the TLT Workshop Theater. Shows will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and at 3 p.m. Sunday. Written by Leslie Kimball and directed by Linda Killion, Four Old Broads is […]
Blue Ridge Orchestra’s 25th Anniversary Season Finale: Sunday, May 4th
Lipinsky Auditorium One University Heights, Asheville, NCASHEVILLE, NC | The Blue Ridge Orchestra celebrates 25 years of symphonic excellence with our thrilling season finale under the leadership of Music Director Dr. Emily Mariko Eng. Our 25th Anniversary Season Finale, part of the Asheville Symphony Orchestra’s bi-annual festival: “The Art of Storytelling,” spans genres of jazz and classical in a highly collaborative […]
Terms of Endearment
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesAdapted for the stage by Dan Gordon Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com) May 1-11, 2025 Thursday, 5/1 at 7:30 (pay what you can available on 4/17) Fridays at 7:30 Saturdays at 3 pm Sundays at 3 pm Director: Jonathan Forrester Approximate Run Time: 2 hours Rating: PG-13 due to adult language and […]
Thomas Keesecker, Pianist
Parish Hall - St. John in the Wilderness 1905 Greenville Highway, Flat RockFLAT ROCK, N.C. Just in time for May flowers, Music & Arts Series of The Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness presents a piano concert from composer and church musician Thomas Keesecker. The program features selections from Mr. Keesecker’s concert tour with performances taking place across the country. The free concert in Flat […]
Maya de Vitry Trio with special guest David Wimbish
Olivette Farm 172 Old Macedonia Rd, AshevilleEnjoy an outdoor concert at Olivette Farm featuring genre-bending artist Maya de Vitry and special guest David Wimbish. $25•KIDS ARE FREE•BYOB•BYOC (chair) Maya de Vitry weaves country, folk, rock, and pop elements through her vibrant storytelling and her extraordinarily dynamic singing. Whether she is playing with her electric band in a bar or sharing a […]
Asheville Symphony Amadeus Festival – Pintxo Party With Katie Button
Events by Cúrate, La Bodega 32 S Lexington Ave, Asheville, NCTransport yourself to Spain for an evening of culinary storytelling with Chef Katie Button! Experience the vibrant flavors of Spanish cuisine through a parade of pintxos and small plates, each thoughtfully paired with wines and craft beverages. Chef Button will share how food weaves together culture, memory, and community. Mingle, feast, and discover how each […]
RAD Comedy featuring Gabbie Watts
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleEvery Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have Gabbie Watts from NYC!!! Combining dry wit with slapstick zaniness, stand-up comic Gabbie Watts jokes about the hot button issues of the day through the lens of Doritos, gay penguins, and Ratatouille. She’s performed at Flyover Comedy […]
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 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 […]
Live Music w/Leather Britches @ 12 Bones
12 Bones Smokehouse & Brewing 2350 Hendersonville Road, ArdenLeather 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.
Ceramic Vessels Exhibit with Ikebana Demonstration
Mirrorball Gallery 84 Pacolet St, Tryon, NC 28782, TryonA new exhibition featuring three ceramic artists; Mathew Wheeler, Lisa Gluckin and Beth Elliott, will inhabit Mirrorball Gallery spaces during the month of May. The exhibition opening days, (May 7 & 8, 4-6 pm) will include a live Ikebana demo event featuring seasoned Ikebana artist, Sharon Nagayama, from Spartanburg SC. This exhibit and event are […]
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NCCelebrating May and Spreading your Wings! The month of May has many things to celebrate and we are in full swing with all trees, flowers, plants and bugs all blossoming to enjoy the warm air of Spring! May brings on birds and butterflies that fly and flutter about looking for nectar. How do you expand […]
Bingo Night with Self Help Credit Union @ 12 Bones
12 Bones Smokehouse & Brewing 2350 Hendersonville Road, ArdenJoin us for a special night of Bingo sponsored by our friends at Self Help Credit Union. It's free to play, and fun for the whole family. We'll have a bevy of prizes for winners! Proceeds to benefit local nonprofit Read 2 Succeed.
Eyes Up Here Comedy presents AVLGBTQueer Comedy
LaZoom Room 76 Biltmore Avenue, LaZoom Room: 76 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesEyes Up Here Comedy is a showcase of hilarious femme comedians from all over the country. Tonight we have a special AVL Pride showcase with all of our favorite transgender and nonbinary comics!! Modelface Comedy brings you the best queer comedians from all over the South. Celebrate all the aspects of queer life through laughter. […]
ALT ASO: Cabaret @ The Orange Peel
The Orange Peel 101 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesAnaïs Reno, vocalist Get swept up in the timeless allure of cabaret with singer Anaïs Reno and the Asheville Symphony. This ALT ASO program, which will also be part of Asheville Amadeus: The Art of Storytelling, will seamlessly blend classical masterpieces and timeless French standards. Tickets are general admission and the show will be seated.
Save the Date! Four Old Broads
Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., TryonTryon’s Little Theater will present its last show of the season — Four Old Broads — May 1-4 and May 8-11, at the TLT Workshop Theater. Shows will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and at 3 p.m. Sunday. Written by Leslie Kimball and directed by Linda Killion, Four Old Broads is […]
Tea in the Tempest Opening Reception
Pink Dog Creative 342 Depot St, Asheville, NC, United StatesPink Dog Creative Gallery presents Tea in the Tempest, an evocative collaborative exhibition by mixed media artist Heather Divoky and textile artist Emelie Weber Wade. Originally envisioned as Tea Time for Two, a show celebrating creative partnership, the concept evolved in response to Hurricane Helene’s impact. Through intricate hand-drawn works, sculptural crowns, woven inlay wall […]
Don’t Tell Comedy, South Slope Asheville
Eulogy at Burial Beer Company 10 Buxton Avenue, AshevilleSecret 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 sent to you at 8:00 AM the day of the show. If you don’t see it in your inbox you can find the info on […]
Save the Date! Four Old Broads
Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., TryonTryon’s Little Theater will present its last show of the season — Four Old Broads — May 1-4 and May 8-11, at the TLT Workshop Theater. Shows will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and at 3 p.m. Sunday. Written by Leslie Kimball and directed by Linda Killion, Four Old Broads is […]
Terms of Endearment
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesAdapted for the stage by Dan Gordon Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com) May 1-11, 2025 Thursday, 5/1 at 7:30 (pay what you can available on 4/17) Fridays at 7:30 Saturdays at 3 pm Sundays at 3 pm Director: Jonathan Forrester Approximate Run Time: 2 hours Rating: PG-13 due to adult language and […]
Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10K
Jump Off Rock 4433 Laurel Park Hwy, Laurel ParkDiscover the beauty of the 5th annual Jump off Rock Half Marathon & 10k presented by Hunter Subaru and UNC Health Pardee, an endurance running event unlike any other! Experience the thrill of one of the most scenic and fastest half marathon races in the south, running “downhill to downtown.” The Half has garnered a […]
Terms of Endearment
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesAdapted for the stage by Dan Gordon Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com) May 1-11, 2025 Thursday, 5/1 at 7:30 (pay what you can available on 4/17) Fridays at 7:30 Saturdays at 3 pm Sundays at 3 pm Director: Jonathan Forrester Approximate Run Time: 2 hours Rating: PG-13 due to adult language and […]
Hendersonville Farmers Market
Historic Train Depot 650 Maple Street, HENDERSONVILLE, NC, United StatesImmerse yourself in the rich community of local flavors, crafts, and more at the Hendersonville Farmers Market. Set against the charming backdrop of the Historic Train Depot in downtown Hendersonville's Seventh Avenue District, this weekly market is not just an event; it's a celebration of local resilience, sustainability, and the vibrant tapestry of community life. […]
Mother’s Day Market
Historic Johnson Farm 3346 Haywood Road, HendersonvilleHistoric Johnson Farm will host the fifth annual Mother’s Day Market on Saturday, May 10th from 10 AM-4 PM, rain or shine. This outdoor craft fair will showcase over 25 local vendors. A diverse array of crafts will be available, including jewelry, ceramics, leather items, wooden décor, baked goods and more. The event will take […]
Roll of the Dice, a comedy show of chance
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleEvery weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have an extra silly show! Roll of the Dice is a comedy show of chance. Each comedian will roll a 20 sided die and whatever number it lands on is how much stage time they receive! One minute […]
An Evening With Chris Thile and Asheville Symphony
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesAn Evening with Chris Thile features a true array of genres. You’ll hear Thile’s new work ATTENTION! A narrative song cycle for extroverted mandolinist and orchestra, the third movement of Barber’s masterful Violin Concerto – which he will play on mandolin – and more. MacArthur Fellow and Grammy Award-winning mandolinist, singer, songwriter Chris Thile, who […]
Save the Date! Four Old Broads
Tryon Little Theater Workshop 516 S. Trade St., TryonTryon’s Little Theater will present its last show of the season — Four Old Broads — May 1-4 and May 8-11, at the TLT Workshop Theater. Shows will be held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and at 3 p.m. Sunday. Written by Leslie Kimball and directed by Linda Killion, Four Old Broads is […]
Blue Ghost Firefly Viewing Tours
The Enchanted Forest, Arden, NC To be given after ticket purchase, ArdenNeed some magic to recharge your soul? Want to feel like a kid again, awed by the silent lights of tiny fireflies moving through the darkness? Then this tour is perfect for you! Happening for only about two weeks in May, Naturalist and Photographer Sharon Mammoser delights in sharing these fireflies with guests of all […]
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 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 […]
Roll of the Dice, a comedy show of chance
DSSOLVR 63 N Lexington ave, AshevilleEvery weekend Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have an extra silly show! Roll of the Dice is a comedy show of chance. Each comedian will roll a 20 sided die and whatever number it lands on is how much stage time they receive! One minute […]
