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].
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 […]
NYE Comedy with Caleb Synan
The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, AshevilleModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Caleb Synan from Los Angeles for a NYE show! Caleb Synan is one of […]
3WB Rock-On New Year’s Eve
White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Rd , Black Mountain, NC, United StatesNew Year’s Eve party starts at 7:30 pm with 3WB playing and will end after midnight with house music. 3WB is a multi piece band with a horn section. One […]
New Year’s Resolution Run 5k & 10k
Pack Square Park 121 College St, Asheville, NC, United StatesAre you ready to hit the ground running in 2026? The 12th Annual New Year’s Resolution Run 5k & 10k presented by Hunter Subaru is January 1, 2026 at 10am! […]
Pop-Up Fundraiser for Penland School of Craft
Lucy Clark Gallery 51 W Main St, BrevardArtist R. Melinda Hoffman will join the Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio for a special Pop-Up event featuring her handcrafted leather pieces on Saturday, January 3rd from 11am to 5pm. […]
Eyes Up Here Comedy: Fresh Vibes Edition
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy presents Eyes Up Here Comedy at Ginger's Revenge! Fresh Vibes is a celebration of the New Year! Eyes Up Here Comedy is a night featuring all femme comedians […]
Shelley Gruenberg, Attacking the New Year
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleModelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to have Shelley Gruenberg from Atlanta! Shelley Gruenberg is an Atlanta […]
Valentine’s Heart Mosaic Stepping Stones Workshop
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesReady for some color in your yard? This class will introduce you to the ancient art form of mosaics through the creation of your own, unique heart-shaped mosaic stepping stone. […]
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NCNew Beginnings! We are back at Homewood, 19 Zillicoa St. Asheville, NC 28801, 5pm - 6:45pm. Sliding scale $15-25, no one turned away! What steps will you take to have […]
PERFORMANCE AND FILM SCREENING: Suite for Two (1958)
Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center 120 College Street, Asheville, North CarolinaJoin us at BMCM+AC on Wednesday, January 7th, 2026 for a live performance of Merce Cunningham’s Suite for Two (1958) and a screening of the dance film Beach Birds. ___ […]
Thomas Wolfe Short Story Discussion: “Fame and the Poet”
Thomas Wolfe Memorial 52 N. Market Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin us in person at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial or via Zoom! If you have ever been interested in reading Thomas Wolfe, our annual Short Story Discussions are a fantastic […]
Art League of Henderson County – Exhibit Opening
Art Place Gallery 730 Locust Street, HendersonvilleArt Place Gallery celebrates a new exhibit of 2D and 3D artwork from member artists. These local artists represent a variety of media such as painting, fiber, jewelry, and sculpture. […]
Roll of the Dice Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesEvery 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 […]
Mara Johnson & the Carolina Tumbleweed Band
White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Rd , Black Mountain, NC, United StatesMara Johnson and the Carolina Tumbleweed Band deliver a rich blend of blues, soul, and heartfelt storytelling, wrapped in vibrant instrumentation. Mara’s vocals—warm, expressive, and finely honed—draw listeners into every […]
Sirenum: A Lesbian Folk Opera
35below 35 E. Walnut Street, AshevilleIn this new musical from Skysail Theatre, siren melodies mingle with an original electronic score to create a unique soundscape spanning folklore and science fiction. Audience members embark on a […]
Metalsmithing 101: The Basics Intensive Jan 10th and 11th
Ignite Jewelry Studios 191 Lyman Street, Suite #262, Asheville, NC, United StatesWant to learn to make jewelry? This beginner friendly introductory metalsmithing course teaches the basics skills involved in making your own jewelry. Learn to use a variety of tools and […]
The Lion King JR
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesFrom the company that brought you Frozen JR., Shrek JR., and The Wizard of Oz: Bluegrass Style! comes our most breathtaking production yet—The Lion King JR.! Join us on an […]
Exhibition: “Portraits of Dignity: Do You See Me Now?” by Joseph Pearson
YMI Cultural Center 39 S. Market Street, AshevilleAsheville, NC — On January 10, 2026, the historic YMI Cultural Center will open “Portraits of Dignity: Do You See Me Now?,” a compelling new body of figurative work by […]
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 […]
Story Treasures: Gems of the past and present
Black Mountain Center for the Arts 225 W. State Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesThis evening of tales celebrates the wonder that comes from spinning our experiences into stories and from listening to the old stories that have guided us through time, attuning us […]
Sirenum: A Lesbian Folk Opera
35below 35 E. Walnut Street, AshevilleIn this new musical from Skysail Theatre, siren melodies mingle with an original electronic score to create a unique soundscape spanning folklore and science fiction. Audience members embark on a […]
The Many Lives of Carl Sandburg
Kanuga 471 Kanuga Chapel Dr., HendersonvilleKanuga presents "The Many Lives of Carl Sandburg," a play and musical celebration of the late American poet. A pre-show, chef-curated brunch is included, along with coffee and cake after […]
Swing Dance with the Asheville Jazz Orchestra
White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Rd , Black Mountain, NC, United StatesThe Asheville Jazz Orchestra was founded in 2006. Dedicated to preserving and advancing the big band jazz tradition, the AJO can be heard throughout western North Carolina performing in formal […]
The Lion King JR
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesFrom the company that brought you Frozen JR., Shrek JR., and The Wizard of Oz: Bluegrass Style! comes our most breathtaking production yet—The Lion King JR.! Join us on an […]
RAD Comedy featuring Kevin McCaffrey
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleModelface Comedy brings the best comedians from all over the country to Asheville, NC. This week we are excited to have Kevin McCaffrey from NYC! Kevin McCaffrey is a comedian […]
Spirited Improv Series
Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NCRemember the last time you felt truly alive? If not… it’s time. The next Spirited Improv Series begins January 13, 2026 and you're invited. This is not traditional improvisation. Imagine […]
