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].
Soccer Game Watch Party (Spain v. Argentina)
The White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesLooking for the ultimate place to watch the Final? We’ve got you covered. Escape the heat and join us for a premium Soccer Watch Party. Enjoy the game on two giant theater-style projection screens in a perfectly tuned, low-light room with incredible sound. Relax on our ultra-comfortable couches and stay chilled with the best air […]
Heritage Fire Asheville: 2026 Tour Stop
Pisgah Brewing Company 150 Eastside Drive , Black Mountain, NC, United StatesHeritage Fire comes to Asheville as part of the 2026 Heritage Fire x Whiskies of the World Global Tour, a 13-city culinary festival series spanning the United States and Europe. The all-inclusive, walk-around tasting event brings together top regional chefs, pitmasters, ranchers, farmers and culinary artisans for an afternoon celebrating live-fire cooking and responsibly sourced […]
My Magnificent Nemesis
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Grey Eagle and Worthwhile Sounds Present PATIO SHOW: MY MAGNIFICENT NEMESIS Sunday, July 19 4:30pm Doors // 5:30pm Show All Ages LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE My Magnificent Nemesis is an Asheville-based progressive cinematic pop rock band with a jazzy edge, led by composer/drummer James Kylen alongside Chuck Lichtenberger (keys), Jonathan […]
Monster Comedy Jam
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleSUNDAY! SUNDAY! SUNDAY!!! Modelface Comedy brings you the Monster Comedy Jam in the RAD Comedy Basement! Your favorite Asheville comics are revving their engines and ready to crush! This month we have an extra special secret guest! Hosted by Jason Reel ages 18+ doors at 6:30pm, show at 7pm Tickets $15
Midnight North
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesSTANDING ROOM ONLY BUCK MEEK A gleaner of the forgotten, Buck Meek tips over the familiar and turns the unknown into a companion. On The Mirror, the artist’s fourth solo record and second album released by 4AD, there’s a tender power, countered by immutable vulnerability. With an uncanny curiosity, Meek conjures twin worlds to reveal […]
CAMP: Royal knights and fairy lights – July 20-24
Asheville Junior Theater 174 Bradley Branch Rd, Arden✨ THE ROYAL KINGDOM! Summer Camp – Full Day or Half Day (ages 4–7) ✨ Let it go — and step into a world filled with brave heroes, daring adventurers, magical kingdoms, and powerful royals! ❄️👑🦁 This exciting week brings together your child’s favorite characters from Frozen and beyond — including queens, princes, wizards, beasts, […]
CAMP: Triple Threat: Advanced Performance Intensive – July 20-24
Asheville Junior Theater 174 Bradley Branch Rd, Arden✨ Elements of the Stage Master Class – Advanced Performance Intensive for Serious Performers (ages 12-18) ✨ ✨This is deep-dive performance intensive is designed for serious young actors ready to push beyond the basics and explore the full spectrum of stagecraft. Campers will train with industry professionals in combat, improv, choreography, and vocal technique while […]
Fabulous Fables Creative Arts Camp / Rising 1st–2nd Grades
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleStep into the timeless world of Aesop’s fables in this imaginative arts integration camp for rising 1st and 2nd graders! Campers will bring classic stories to life through creative drama, movement, visual art, and playful performance while exploring themes of kindness, teamwork, perseverance, and problem-solving. Young artists will create simple costumes and art projects inspired […]
Weekly Sunday Scrabble
Stephens Lee Recreation Center 30 George Washington Carver Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesIf you enjoy word games like Wordle, Boggle, Words with Friends or online Scrabble this may be the place for you! Equipment is provided. Drop in when you can; leave when you want. All levels of play. A “cheat sheet” for new players and free challenges. See you Sunday!
Seed Saving 101 w/ Utopian Seed Project
Asheville Tool Library 16 Smith Mill Rd, AshevilleLearn the art of seed saving! Walk away with the practical skills to preserve your favorite plant varieties and support local biodiversity. Join us for Seed Saving 101, part one of our two part Seed Saving Series in collaboration with Lu of Utopian Seed Project. During this informational workshop, participants will learn about seed saving […]
NOW That’s What I Call Music BINGO!
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Grey Eagle Presents NOW THAT’S WHAT I CALL MUSIC BINGO Tuesday, July 21 6pm This is a FREE event! We take your three favorite things and combine them into one. Beer, Music, & Bingo! Bring your charged cell phone, listen to music, mark off squares until you get a bingo, win prizes!
NOW That’s What I Call Music BINGO!
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe Grey Eagle Presents NOW THAT’S WHAT I CALL MUSIC BINGO Tuesday, July 21 6pm This is a FREE event! We take your three favorite things and combine them into one. Beer, Music, & Bingo! Bring your charged cell phone, listen to music, mark off squares until you get a bingo, win prizes!
OPEN STUDIO – JULY EDITION – WITH ANNE STRUTZ, PSA, IAPS-MC
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesJoin Anne in the studio for four Wednesdays in July for an open-format pastel class designed to help you develop and refine your skills in this richly expressive medium. Each session will include guided exercises that focus on core artistic principles alongside techniques that bring energy and life to your work. Participants are to bring […]
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
Homewood 19 Zillicoa St, Asheville, NCSOUL-N-FUNK WAVE! Join us for an evening of movement through the 5Rhythms® to the Wave of Soul -n-Funk. We will honor all musicians who share their musical artistry, heart and soul to that era! We will move to the Maps created by Gabrielle Roth. Pic by Karsten Winegeart Homewood, 19 Zillicoa St. Asheville, NC 28801, […]
AMOS Community Night: Expansion Listening Session
asheville museum of science 43 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesAll ages are invited to attend this community night- we want to hear from you! Come learn more about our expansion with AMOS’ leadership team. Leave your own feedback for new exhibits, amenities, and improvements. Learn how to become an AMOS community advocate and increase awareness for expanded STEAM learning and hands-on experiences around Western […]
Summer RADiance
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesSEATED SHOW SUMMER RADIANCE The Jasper and Opal String Quartets collaborate on an exciting and eclectic program. Celebrate the laid-back mountain lifestyle this summer with a chamber music takeover at this iconic River Arts District venue. Bring your friends, grab a drink and bites from the on-site taqueria and enjoy a liberated listening experience Presented […]
James C. McMillan Honorary Luncheon
YMI Cultural Center 39 S. Market Street, AshevilleJoin us for a special luncheon celebrating the life and artistic legacy of North Carolina artist James C. McMillan. Guests will enjoy lunch, included with every ticket, while exploring McMillan's remarkable contributions to the state's cultural landscape. Experience a never-before-seen exhibition featuring more than 20 works by the artist, offering a rare opportunity to view […]
Virginia A. Groot Material Exploration Residency — Public Open House
Center for Craft 67 Broadway St, Asheville, NC 28801 67 Broadway St, AshevilleJoin us on Thursday, July 23, 2026 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm for a public open house with the 2026 Virginia A. Groot Material Exploration Residency cohort. The Virginia A. Groot Material Exploration Residency brings four craft-based artists to the Center for Craft located in downtown Asheville for eight weeks of focused studio time, […]
PATIO SHOW: TOMBOYY
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE TOMBOYY Minneapolis based duo, TOMBOYY is a doom country garage band specializing in dynamic sound and crowd appeal. Drummer Connie Guice cut her teeth in Pittsburgh PA and has played everything from metal, punk, blues, funk. Sarah Yribar grew up in St. Paul, Minnesota. She has […]
The Misfit Improv Comedy Show @ Haiku
Haiku I Do 26 Sweeten Creek Rd, AshevilleAsheville’s best improvisers bring you a fast-paced, interactive comedy show full of scenes, songs, and games—all based on your suggestions. The second half features a fully improvised musical. Come laugh with us at a show made just for you.
APLR Presents: The Animeros
AyurPrana Listening Room 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NCAPLR Presents: The Animeros Thursday, July 23rd, 2026 AyurPrana Listening Room - 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806 Doors 6PM || Event 7PM The Animeros With musical notes that span well beyond genres like bolero, psychedelic, and cumbia, The Animeros not only make their audience hit the dance floor, but they also invite their listeners […]
“AscenDANCE” by Terpsicorps Theatre of Dance
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesJuly 23-25, 2026 Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave. Asheville, NC 28801 Terpsicorps Theatre of Dance presents its 2026 summer season, “AscenDANCE,” July 16-18 at Hanesbrands Theatre in Winston-Salem. The contemporary ballet program explores themes of resilience, reflection and joy through a blend of world premiere work and celebrated repertory. The season […]
JORTS! Comedy in Shorts
antidote 151 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy presents JORTS! a stand up comedy showcase featuring hot comedy and even hotter knees! Put on your best jorts or cut up some jeans and make a new pair because tonight we are rolling knees out! All the comedians will be rocking their best pair and we want to see y'all in yours. […]
RENT – Flat Rock Playhouse – 7/24-8/15
Flat Rock Playhouse 2661 Greenville Highway, Flat Rock, NC, United StatesThirty years ago, RENT ignited Broadway like a lightning bolt — a raw, raucous, Pulitzer Prize–winning love letter that gave voice to the misfits, the rebels, the ones who loved without permission. Three decades later, its fire still burns. In the East Village, a patchwork of outsiders fight to create and survive in a city […]
Street Photography: Capturing the Drama of Daily Life
Red House Art Gallery & Studios 101 Cherry Street, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesWould you like to take better pictures of people? This class is a digital photography workshop designed for beginner to intermediate photographers who are looking to enhance their skills and comfort behind the camera. Each class will include a photo slide-based interaction using the participants’, instructor’s and professionals’ photos as examples of approach, technique, and […]
Clowns & Other Dances: A Dance Discovery Matinee
Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Ave., AshevilleBring the family for a one-hour interactive introduction to dance with Terpsicorps Theatre of Dance. This special matinee includes excerpts from Clowns & Others and HUNGER, a behind-the-scenes look at how dancers prepare and create new works, audience participation opportunities, and inspiring stories about the people who support local food banks. Youth 17 and under […]
Slow Art Tour
Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, AshevilleJoin our volunteer educator for this week’s Slow Art Tour and experience how close looking can foster relaxation and connection.
PATIO SHOW: Why, Why? & The Discs
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE WHY, WHY? and THE DISCS Emerging from the misty shores of Asheville, NC, Why, Why? is a surf rock band that haunts the airwaves with their eerie melodies and chilling rhythms, creating a sound that’s both nostalgic and otherworldly. With every riff and beat, they assure […]
Wood Fired Comedy at Cultura
The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, AshevilleModelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country. This week we have a delicious showcase in Asheville! Join a group of the regions best comedians at The Cultura Room for comedy and pizza. The full Funkatorium menu, including their amazing pizzas will be available for table service during the show. Beer, […]
APLR Presents: Mikaela Davis with Nic Panken
AyurPrana Listening Room 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NCAPLR Presents: Mikaela Davis with Nic Panken Saturday, July 25th, 2026 AyurPrana Listening Room - 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806 Doors 6PM || Event 7PM Mikaela Davis Every universe begins with a singular point, a quiet corner where instinct speaks loudest, where existential imagination can stretch its limbs. For acclaimed harpist and songwriter Mikaela […]
Kaleta and Super Yamba Band
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesALL AGES STANDING ROOM ONLY KALETA & SUPER YAMBA BAND Brooklyn’s Kaleta & Super Yamba Band are fronted by Afrobeat and Juju veteran Leon Ligan-Majek a.k.a. Kaleta. The singer/guitarist from the West African country of Benin Republic lived his adolescent life in Lagos, Nigeria where Afrobeat was born. Kaleta’s guitar chops earned him decades of […]
“Where Ya From?” Crowd Work Comedy
The Funkatorium 147 Coxe Ave, AshevilleEvery Friday evening Modelface Comedy Club brings you the best comedians from all over the country "Where Ya From?" is a crowd work show (like the Instagram clips y'all love so much). Come out to The Cultura Room at The Funkatoruium for a late night crowd work comedy showcase. This is your one chance to […]
Anything Fiber Sale
AB Tech Conference Center 16 Fernihurst Drive, AshevilleLocal Cloth's beloved annual fiber arts yard sale is back. Dig through hanks and cones of unused yarn, unloved fabric, forgotten tools, duplicate needles, fleece, looms, and more. If it's fiber-related, you'll find it here! Make a weekend of it: Asheville's galleries, studios, local shops, restaurants, and Blue Ridge mountain scenery make this the perfect […]
3 HOUR TERRARIUM BUILDING WORKSHOP WITH FRANK NUSS
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesBYOB- Build your own bottle - terrarium bottle that is! Half day terrarium workshop with Frank Nuss. Frank is a horticulture grad and miniature plant enthusiast, who propagates his own plants and loves the creative process of building terrariums. We've all experienced the feeling of peace and beauty as we explore the great outdoors. Now, […]
Exploring the Versatility of Cold Wax Medium w/ Denby Dale
Community Make Space 115 Blannahassett Island Rd, Studio 101, MarshallThis exploratory workshop is designed for both those who are new to cold wax and those who want to further explore the versatility of this popular medium. You'll learn about the basic properties and diverse applications of cold wax, how it differs from encaustic (heated wax paint) and traditional oil painting, and how it can […]
