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].

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

Clean(ish) Comedy Showcase at Ginger’s Revenge

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

Modelface 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 […]

$18

Drunk & Dirty Comedy with Santa

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Modelface 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 […]

$18

Game Over: End of Year Comedy

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Modelface 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 […]

$15

5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen

Asia Hous 828 119 Coxe Ave., Asheville, NC

Fresh 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 […]

$15 – $25

NYE Comedy with Caleb Synan

The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, Asheville

Modelface 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 […]

$20

3WB Rock-On New Year’s Eve

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

New 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 […]

Free

New Year’s Resolution Run 5k & 10k

Pack Square Park 121 College St, Asheville, NC, United States

Are 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, Brevard

Artist 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. […]

Free

Eyes Up Here Comedy: Fresh Vibes Edition

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

Modelface 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 […]

$18

Shelley Gruenberg, Attacking the New Year

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Modelface 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 […]

$15

Valentine’s Heart Mosaic Stepping Stones Workshop

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

Ready 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. […]

$80

5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen

Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NC

New 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 […]

$15 – $25

PERFORMANCE AND FILM SCREENING: Suite for Two (1958)

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

Join 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. ___ […]

$15

Thomas Wolfe Short Story Discussion: “Fame and the Poet”

Thomas Wolfe Memorial 52 N. Market Street, Asheville, NC, United States

Join 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, Hendersonville

Art 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. […]

Free

Roll of the Dice Comedy at Ginger’s Revenge

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

Every 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 […]

$15

Mara Johnson & the Carolina Tumbleweed Band

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

Mara 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 […]

Free