The Laurel of Asheville‘s Community Events Calendar
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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 StatesHoliday 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 […]
Tales of Chanukah
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesJoin 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. […]
Dashing Through The Snow
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBy 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 […]
Totally Radical Comedy at The RAD Brew Co.
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleEvery 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 […]
PERFORMANCE: Johnny Loves Johann – Music and Dance
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaPERFORMANCE: 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 + […]
Random Act Productions Presents “A Christmas Carol” at NC Stage
North Carolina Stage Company 15 Stage Lane, AshevilleJoin us at NC Stage for Random Act Productions' "A Christmas Carol: A Play With Music" December 11th - December 21st Experience Charles Dickens’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL the way it […]
Stamp a Copper Ornament- Drop In!
Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United StatesThis 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 […]
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 […]
Modelface Comedy presents Kendall Farrell
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 Kendall Farrell from NYC! Kendall Farrell is a New York City based standup comedian […]
The Unteachables Comedy Tour at The Funkatorium
The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, AshevilleModelface 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 […]
Dashing Through The Snow
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBy 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 […]
Holly Jolly Christmas Markets
White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Rd , Black Mountain, NC, United States3rd 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, AshevilleTunnel 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 […]
AmiciMusic presents “FOUR-HAND HOLIDAY”
Home of Daniel Angerstein and Jerry Schultz 1998 Randy Drive, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesJoin 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 […]
Dashing Through The Snow
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBy 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 […]
Blue Ridge Betty’s Holiday Party
The White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesBlue 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 […]
AmiciMusic presents “FOUR-HAND HOLIDAY”
Kenilworth Presbyterian Church 123 Kenilworth Road, AshevilleJoin 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 […]
Asheville Symphony: Handel’s Messiah
First Baptist Church of Asheville 5 Oak Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesCelebrate 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, AshevilleEvery 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 […]
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 […]
Dashing Through The Snow
Hendersonville Theatre 229 South Washington Street, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesBy 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 […]
Brevard Philharmonic presents Christmastime in Brevard
Porter Center (Scott Concert Hall), Brevard College 1 Brevard College Drive, BrevardChristmastime 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 […]
Winter Solstice Ritual: Embodying Your Intentions (Yoga + Breathwork)
asia house 119 Coxe Ave., Asheville, NCAs the light returns, we gather for a Winter Solstice ritual devoted to slowing down, listening inward, and planting the intentions you want to live in the year ahead. Join […]
Rad Solstice
Rad Yoga 20 Artful Way Suite 110, AshevilleRAD 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 […]
A Swannanoa Solstice
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesSun, 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, AshevilleModelface 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 […]
Asheville Jazz Orchestra Christmas show
The White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesBig 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, 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 […]
Crisp Comedy live in Leicester featuring The Grinch
Noble Cidery and Taproom 356 New Leicester Highway, Asheville, NCCrisp 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 […]
Unwrap the Funk w/ Anne Combs & Company Funk
White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Rd , Black Mountain, NC, United StatesThe 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 […]
Clean(ish) Comedy Showcase at Ginger’s Revenge
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville! This week we have another fantastic lineup of local and regional favorites. Clean(ish) is a silly comedy […]
Drunk & Dirty Comedy with Santa
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country!! Santa is off work for the rest of the year and ready to get drunk and tell some […]
Game Over: End of Year Comedy
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleModelface Comedy brings you the best stand up comedians from all over the country and this week with have a special comedy showcase!! Game Over is a celebration of the […]
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
Asia Hous 828 119 Coxe Ave., Asheville, NCFresh Start 2026! What would you like to manifest for 2026? What are somethings that you need to release and let go of from 2025! What new moves would you […]
