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].

AVL Clay Winter Wonderland Pottery Sale

AVL Clay 4 Mulvaney St, Asheville

Join us at AVL Clay for our first Winter Wonderland Pottery Sale and Manna FoodBank fundraiser. Shop local this season at AVL Clay! We’re excited to share the latest handmade […]

Free

Kellin Watson & Friends’ Holiday Special Featuring Aaron Price

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

"Ring in the holiday season with a myriad of musicians! Kellin Watson and some talented friends will be taking the BMCA stage. Featured musicians are Ashley Heath, Sarah Siskind, and […]

$25

2025 Community Holiday Extravaganza

Arthur R. Edington Education & Career Center 133 Livingston Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Celebrate the season through the joy of arts and literature at Read 2 Succeed’s 4th Annual Community Holiday Extravaganza! This free, family-friendly event invites families to explore storytelling, creativity, and […]

Free

Holiday Open Studio Party with Shopping & Special Guest Artist

SHARED LANGUAGE STUDIOS 115 Elk Mountain Road, Woodfin, NC 28804 115 Elk Mountain Rd, Suite A, Asheville, NC, United States

Holiday Open Studio Party with Shopping & Special Guest Artist Local Gifts including Ceramics, Accessories, Home Goods + Vintage Clothing 115 Elk Mountain Rd, Woodfin NC Sunday, December 14th 12-4:00pm […]

Free

Tales of Chanukah

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

Join us as three storytellers share tales of Chanukah - the Festival of Lights. These varied stories will warm your hearts and uplift your spirits regardless of your religious background. […]

$15

Dashing Through The Snow

Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United States

By Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten Presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com) December 11-21, 2025 Thursday, 12/11 at 7:30 […]

$21.75 – $32.00

Totally Radical Comedy at The RAD Brew Co.

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Every Weekend Modelface Comedy 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 […]

$12

PERFORMANCE: Johnny Loves Johann – Music and Dance

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

PERFORMANCE: Johnny Loves Johann – Music and Dance With violinist Johnny Gandelsman and choreographers Melissa Toogood and John Heginbotham Monday, December 15, 2025 at 7PM Black Mountain College Museum + […]

$15

Stamp a Copper Ornament- Drop In!

Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United States

This DIY workshop is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while visiting downtown Asheville. Come stamp a copper ornament, or earrings to your liking! Choose from […]

$45.00

Drop In Simply Charmed and Copper Ornament Making

Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United States

**Show up at Ignite Jewelry Studios anytime between 11am and 3pm to make your charms! This is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while visiting our […]

$45.00

Modelface Comedy presents Kendall Farrell

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

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country! This week we have Kendall Farrell from NYC! Kendall Farrell is a New York City based standup comedian […]

$15

The Unteachables Comedy Tour at The Funkatorium

The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, Asheville

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville and this weekend we are excited to host The Unteachables Comedy Tour at the Funkatorium! One was […]

$18

Dashing Through The Snow

Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United States

By Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten Presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com) December 11-21, 2025 Thursday, 12/11 at 7:30 […]

$21.75 – $32.00

Holly Jolly Christmas Markets

White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Rd , Black Mountain, NC, United States

3rd Annual Holly Jolly Holiday Market Series at White Horse Black Mountain The holiday season in Black Mountain shines a little brighter each year, and the 3rd Annual Holly Jolly […]

Tunnel Studios Holiday Open House

Tunnel Studios 940 Tunnel Road, Asheville

Tunnel Studios, a new artist studio collective and gallery space in East Asheville, will host a Holiday Open Studio event on Saturday, December 20, from 12–6 p.m. The event will […]

Free

AmiciMusic presents “FOUR-HAND HOLIDAY”

Home of Daniel Angerstein and Jerry Schultz 1998 Randy Drive, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Join AmiciMusic for our wonderful holiday concert tradition! “FOUR-HAND HOLIDAY” is a fun program featuring jazzy arrangements of holiday classics like Sleigh Ride and Jingle Bells, Christmas Carols, plus virtuoso […]

$20 – $40

Dashing Through The Snow

Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United States

By Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten Presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com) December 11-21, 2025 Thursday, 12/11 at 7:30 […]

$21.75 – $32.00

Blue Ridge Betty’s Holiday Party

The White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United States

Blue Ridge Betty’s Holiday Party! Holiday Attire Encouraged WNCW New tunes at 2 “We love discovering new regional acts here, and the latest is this band out of Asheville, with […]

Free

AmiciMusic presents “FOUR-HAND HOLIDAY”

Kenilworth Presbyterian Church 123 Kenilworth Road, Asheville

Join AmiciMusic for our wonderful holiday concert tradition! “FOUR-HAND HOLIDAY” is a fun program featuring jazzy arrangements of holiday classics like Sleigh Ride and Jingle Bells, Christmas Carols, plus virtuoso […]

$15 – $20

Asheville Symphony: Handel’s Messiah

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

Celebrate the holiday season with the might and emotional weight of Handel’s iconic Messiah. One of our biggest performances of the season, the Asheville Symphony Chorus shares the stage with […]

Secret Saturday Late Nite Comedy Show

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, 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 […]

$18

A Swannanoa Solstice

Sun, Dec 21 • 2 pm & 7 pm Celebrate the season at the beloved local tradition that has captivated audiences for over 20 years! Experience a dynamic mix of […]

AmiciMusic presents “FOUR-HAND HOLIDAY”

Join AmiciMusic for our wonderful holiday concert tradition! “FOUR-HAND HOLIDAY” is a fun program featuring jazzy arrangements of holiday classics like Sleigh Ride and Jingle Bells, Christmas Carols, plus virtuoso […]

$13.50 – $20

Dashing Through The Snow

Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United States

By Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten Presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection. (www.dramatists.com) December 11-21, 2025 Thursday, 12/11 at 7:30 […]

$21.75 – $32.00

Brevard Philharmonic presents Christmastime in Brevard

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

Christmastime in Brevard is a heartwarming holiday tradition that brings the whole community together in celebration. Filled with joyful classics and seasonal favorites, it’s the perfect way to share the […]

$15 – $47

Rad Solstice

Rad Yoga 20 Artful Way Suite 110, Asheville

RAD SOLSTICE A WINTER SOLSTICE WORKSHOP FT. RITUALS FOR RELEASE & REALIGNMENT Join Julien Elizabeth and Kristin Mitchell for an intimate, in-person Solstice ceremony that blends breathwork, movement, reflection, and […]

$35

A Swannanoa Solstice

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

Sun, Dec 21 • 2 pm & 7 pm Celebrate the season at the beloved local tradition that has captivated audiences for over 20 years! Experience a dynamic mix of […]

The Airing of Grievances Comedy Showcase

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Modelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC and this is an extra special and a little angry comedy show On this special Festivus […]

$15

Asheville Jazz Orchestra Christmas show

The White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United States

Big Band Yuletide Bash, Asheville Jazz Orchestra's Christmas Show, featuring Wendy Jones. Get ready for classic holiday tunes, bold brass, smooth swing, and festive cheer—all wrapped up in one unforgettable […]

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 Food or Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will […]

$27

Crisp Comedy live in Leicester featuring The Grinch

Noble Cidery and Taproom 356 New Leicester Highway, Asheville, NC

Crisp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester, NC at Noble Cider and hosted by Leicester's own Clay Jones! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two […]

Free

Unwrap the Funk w/ Anne Combs & Company Funk

White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Rd , Black Mountain, NC, United States

The day after Christmas, we’re keeping the celebration rolling with Anne Coombs and Company Funk!—the powerhouse, female-centric ensemble formerly known as Company Swing. Get ready to peel back the wrapping […]

Free