The Laurel of Asheville‘s Community Events Calendar

If you would like to submit an event to appear in our online Community Events Calendar, please visit our submission page.

 

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].

SVCC Fall Concert

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

"Join us for a heartwarming afternoon of choral song as the Swannanoa Valley Community Chorus presents its Fall Concert at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts. Our singers—drawn from […]

By Donation

RAD Comedy featuring Jay Light

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 Jay Light from LA! Jay Light is a comedian […]

$18

Holiday Ice Rink at Asheville Yards

Asheville Yards 75 Coxe Ave, Asheville, NC

Step into the magic of the season at the Holiday Ice Rink at Asheville Yards - the destination for ice skating in Asheville, NC. Glide across our real, outdoor ice […]

Family Avoidance, a Thanksgiving Comedy Showcase

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Family Avoidance, a Thanksgiving Comedy Showcase! We get it, you love your family and no one is questioning that but you need to get out of the house drink a […]

$15

South Asheville Turkey Trot

Biltmore Park Town Square One Town Square Blvd, Asheville

This is how South Asheville does Turkey Day! Kick off Thanksgiving morning with a relaxed 5K through the beautiful Biltmore Park neighborhood - where the vibes are festive, the shirts […]

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 to make your charms! This is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while visiting our downtown Asheville metalsmithing studio and […]

$45.00

Modelface Comedy presents Baron Vaughn

The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, Asheville

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have Baron Vaughn from Atlanta! Baron Vaughn is an actor, writer, director, and comedian. He’s […]

$20

Crisp Comedy live in Leicester, featuring Clay Jones

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

Crisp Comedy takes place once a month in Leicester, NC at Noble Cider! A fresh batch of comics each month so no two shows are the same! This month we […]

Free

Alan Mearns Classical Guitar

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

Alan Mearns was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland. He began his musical studies with the classical violin at age five, switching to the guitar at age ten. Moving to the […]

Free

Leftovers, a Post-Thanksgiving Comedy Showcase

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

Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and this week we have a full showcase...literally! Need an excuse to ditch your family? Or maybe y'all […]

$18

The Music Of Norah Jones & Bonnie Raitt featuring Lillie Syracuse

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

Lillie Syracuse’s music pours deep from the heart of the in between. For a decade, Lillie honed her craft in Nashville, TN, where she wrote and released her debut album […]

Free

Don’t Tell Comedy, River Arts District

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Show Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. […]

$27

Local Cloth Holiday Make + Take

Local Cloth 408 Depot Street, Asheville

Celebrate the season with creativity and community! Join Local Cloth for a free, hands-on Holiday Make + Take event — open to all ages. Participants can craft ornaments and small […]

Free

RAD Comedy featuring Tiffany Burke

The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, Asheville

Every Sunday Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This weekend we have Tiffany Burke from Atlanta!!! Tiffany Burke is a comedian, actor, improviser, and […]

$15

BMCA Holiday Pottery Market

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

"Celebrate the season with handcrafted beauty at BMCA’s annual Holiday Pottery Market! Discover an extraordinary collection of one-of-a-kind ceramics made by 14 talented local potters, all members of the BMCA […]

Free

Stamp a Copper Ornament- Drop In!

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

This is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while visiting downtown Asheville. Come stamp a copper ornament to your liking! Choose from more than 50 styles […]

$45.00

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

Homewood 19 Zillicoa St., Asheville, NC

The Tamed and Untamed Body! The Tamed Body is relaxed, in control, calm, happy, sad, joyful, playful and living life everyday! The Untamed Body is wild, free, releasing, loose, agile, […]

$15 – $25

Woven Word Retreat

House Boheme 872 Freemantown Rd, Rutherfordton

Join us for the Woven Word Retreat – a cozy bohemian winter writing retreat for women nestled in the tranquil beauty of House Boheme. This is a transformative, creative, all-inclusive […]

Woven Word: A Winter Retreat for Story, Soul, and Stillness

House Boheme 872 Freemantown Rd, Rutherfordton

Join local writer, Yoga Nidra facilitator, and Reiki Master teacher, Kate Wargo, for the Woven Word Retreat – a cozy bohemian winter writing retreat for women nestled in the tranquil […]

$1,997

PERFORMANCE: Tesla Quartet: The Music of Hugo Kauder

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

BMCM+AC is excited to welcome back The Tesla Quartet! This special performance, presented in conjunction with our Points in Space exhibition, will bring to life the music of Hugo Kauder, […]

$15

Asheville Symphony: Cirque de la Symphonie

Harrah's Cherokee Center-Asheville 87 Haywood Street, Asheville

The Asheville Symphony combines forces with the incredible Cirque de la Symphonie for a family-friendly holiday-themed performance featuring favorite tunes from Tchaikovsky, John Williams, Brahms, and much more — all […]

American Roots with The Wildwoods

Parker Concert Hall 349 Andante Ln, Brevard

Join us for an evening of authentic Americana with The Wildwoods, an award-winning trio celebrated for their rich harmonies and roots-inspired sound. Blending folk, bluegrass, and indie into a style […]

MAKE THE YULETIDE GAY AT THE GREY EAGLE

THE GREY EAGLE MUSIC HALL 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States

It’s your newest holiday tradition! Don your gay apparel and cozy up next to three award-winning songwriters for a night of holiday classics, original music, and storytelling! 2025 International Folk […]

$25 – $30

Deck the Trees

peri social house 406 West State Street, Black Mountain

Mark your calendars — December 5, 2025, through January 5, 2026 — the beloved Deck the Trees holiday tradition is back, bigger and brighter than ever! Now celebrating 15 years, […]

Free

Bullington Gardens Holiday Market

Bullington Gardens 95 Upper Red Oak Trail, Hendersonville, NC, United States

Join the Bullington Elves for our annual Holiday Market! Shop for handmade crafts, gifts, Bullington honey, gorgeous greenery, wreaths, and so much more.

Free

Holly Jolly Christmas Markets

The White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Road, 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 […]

Art Place Gallery – Opening Reception

The Art Place Gallery in downtown Hendersonville NC holds an opening reception for its monthly exhibits on the first Friday of every month. December's reception features "Wonder," an exhibition of […]

Free

Don’t Tell Comedy Downtown Asheville

RADA Outpost 24 North Lexington Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

Show Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Food permitted.. BYOB This show will have chairs provided. ♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible. 21+ show. About […]

$27

Juniper Bends December Reading

Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road, Asheville

The next Juniper Bends reading is set for Friday, December 5, at Story Parlor. Readers are: RK Faulk, Lindsey Pharr, Brinn Langdale, and Alli Marshall, with music by special guest […]

$18

The Comedy Zone: Helen Hong

Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., Asheville

Fri & Sat, Dec 5 & 6 • 8 pm Helen Hong, a fan favorite on NPR’s Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me and host of Go Fact Yourself, has acted […]

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 […]

The Big Crafty

Harrah's Cherokee Center-Asheville 87 Haywood Street, Asheville

The Big Crafty is back! Join us Saturday and Sunday, December 6 and 7, at Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville. Noon to 6 p.m. both days. $10 admission on Saturday; Sunday […]

$10

What’s Shaking Music presents: Jingle Bell Jam

The Mule at Devil's Foot Beverage 131 Sweeten Creek Rd #10, Asheville

We’re bringing the Jingle Bell Jam back to The Mule on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 3-4pm. Join us holiday cheer for cool kids of all ages … fave festive songs, […]

Free

BRO Revels! 2025: A British Holiday, 1st Performance

First Baptist Church Weaverville 63 N Main St., Weaverville

BRO Revels! 2025: A British Holiday The Blue Ridge Orchestra’s 26th annual holiday celebration fosters a joyful spirit for all. The Blue Ridge Orchestra rings in the winter season with […]

$20

The Nutcracker featuring Ballet Conservatory of Asheville

WCU Bardo Arts Center 199 Centennial Drive, Cullowhee, NC, United States

Join Bardo Arts Center for a magically festive, full-length version of The Nutcracker featuring professional classical dancers and the Ballet Conservatory of Asheville’s celebrated pre-professional company. Having crept downstairs at […]

$5 – $65