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].
PATIO SHOW: ZG Smith & Madison Hughes
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE ZG SMITH & MADISON HUGHES ZG Smith is the Los Angeles-born, Nashville-based son of an English professor mother and a shipwreck […]
Hudson Freeman + lots of hands
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United Stateslots of hands into a pretty room — lots of hands’ debut on Fire Talk Records — exists in the tear-stained early mornings of adolescence, just as the sun makes […]
PATIO SHOW: Brendan Lane & The Sugar Packets
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesBRENDAN LANE & THE SUGAR PACKETS Originally hailing from Annapolis, singer-songwriter Brendan Lane has been making music since his school days, where he and his friends — all devout fans […]
Drivin N Cryin
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesDRIVIN N CRYIN Drivin N Cryin is an enduring American rock band whose roots-forward sound and uncompromising spirit have made them a vital force since forming in Atlanta, Georgia in […]
DENIM JACKET PAINTING WORKSHOP WITH LUCY MILLER
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesFor over 100 years, the quintessentially American jeans jacket has endured as a wardrobe staple. From gold miners to Springsteen and likely you as well, it is worn not only […]
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 […]
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 […]
RAD Half Marathon & 10k
Pack Square Park 121 College St, Asheville, NC, United StatesGet ready to experience the 5th Annual RAD Half Marathon & 10k presented by Hunter Subaru, where art meets adrenaline in Downtown Asheville, NC! The RAD Half Marathon & 10K […]
Pat Byrne with 5J Barrow | Sundays by the River
Olivette Riverside Pavilion 1069 Olivette Rd, AshevilleJoin us for a beautiful Sunday afternoon concert by the French Broad River featuring Irish singer-songwriter Pat Byrne with indie-folk band 5J Barrow! BYOB, BYOC (chair), Kids are free! An […]
CAMP: Kpop demon hunters! – JUne 15-19
Asheville Junior Theater 174 Bradley Branch Rd, Arden✨ KPOP DEMON HUNTERS! Summer Camp (ages 4-7 AND 8-16) ✨ Join us for an unforgettable week of music, magic, and high-energy fun as we dive into the world of […]
Yoga Nidra & Reiki in the Salt Cave
Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, AshevilleExperience a restorative Yoga Nidra (Yogic Sleep - similar to guided meditation and hypnosis) and Reiki session in the salt cave with Reiki Master Teacher and Yoga Nidra Facilitator, Kate […]
Squirrel Nut Zippers: Celebrating 30 Years of “Hot”
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesSQUIREL NUT ZIPPERS When Hot first hit the airwaves in 1996, it didn’t just ignite excitement — it sparked a cultural bonfire. With its infectious blend of swing, jazz, Delta […]
ENCOUNTERS WITH CREATIVES – JEFF RIPPLE, ORIGINAL OIL ARTIST
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United States(FREE) Jeff Ripple will be on hand to share his methods in original oil painting and more. Jeff is dedicated to a poetic realism in landscape painting inspired by intriguing […]
Robyn Hitchcock (full band!)
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesROBYN HITCHCOCK With a career now spanning six decades, Robyn Hitchcock remains a truly one-of-a-kind artist – surrealist rock ‘n’ roller, iconic troubadour, guitarist, poet, painter, and performer. An unparalleled, […]
Burlesque Brunch
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States-AGES 18+ -SEATED SHOW BURLESQUE BRUNCH Welcome to the most dazzling brunch experience in Asheville! Producer and award-winning burlesque sensation, Madison Jane brings you WNC’s only all BIPOC burlesque showcase. […]
CAMP: WITCHES of Oz: For Good – June 22-26 (actors and theater techies)
Asheville Junior Theater 174 Bradley Branch Rd, ArdenWITCHES of oz: for good - June 22-26 (actors and theater techies) ✨ WITCHES OF OZ: FOR GOOD Summer Camp (ages 8–16) ✨ Follow the yellow brick road into a […]
Centennial Sounds Presents Amythyst Kiah Band with OkCello
Folk School Festival Barn 4590 Brasstown Road, BrasstownAmplifying diverse Appalachian voices Music and dance have been a vital part of the Folk School since its founding in 1925. As we celebrate our 100th year, Centennial Sounds honors this […]
Matt Heckler
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesSEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE MATT HECKLER Matt Heckler is the fiddle player you wish still existed. Hailing from the Catskill Mtns, a physiographic subrange to […]
Brother Wallace
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesBROTHER WALLACE A true force of nature, Brother Wallace was born to make music that ignites pure joy, even in the darkest of moments. Since getting his start playing piano […]
Corey Stevenson Band w/ The Mad Dog Blues Band: An Evening of Blues, Soul and Rock’n’roll
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States– STANDING ROOM ONLY COREY STEVENSON BANDFrom the coal town of Man, West Virginia to the Carolinas, The Corey Stevenson Band delivers a powerful blend of Southern rock, country, and […]
Golden Hour & Private Cave
Asheville Salt Cave 12 Eagle St., Asheville, North CarolinaImmerse in a deeply nourishing salt cave experience and in the final 15 minutes your instructor will guide you through gentle movements to bring your awareness back to the present, […]
The Punch Brothers
Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts 733 Rivers St, Boone, NC, United StatesPunch Brothers, formed in 2006, are a virtuosic quintet featuring mandolinist Chris Thile, guitarist Chris Eldridge, bassist Paul Kowert, banjoist Noam Pikelny, and violinist Brittany Haas. Known for pushing the […]
CAMP: Improv & sketch comedy – June 29 – July 3
Asheville Junior Theater 174 Bradley Branch Rd, Arden✨ IMPROV & SKETCH COMEDY Summer Camp (ages 8–16) ✨ Say YES—AND to the funniest week of the summer! This fast-paced, creative camp gives young performers the tools to think […]
15th Annual Rosen-Schaffel Competition for Emerging Artists
Rosen Concert Hall, Broyhill Music Center 813 Rivers St, Boone, NC, United StatesThe Rosen-Schaffel Competition for Young and Emerging Artists is a prestigious annual event dedicated to discovering and nurturing the talents of the next generation of classical musicians. Hosted in partnership […]
GALLERY WALK – LARRY RICCI, WOODWORK ARTIST
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United States(FREE) Meet and talk with woodworking artist Larry Ricci during the Gallery Walk in July. One of the greatest gifts Larry ever received was when his dad put tools in […]
CAMP: Harry Potter Wizarding TECH – July 6-10 (Actors and Theater techies)
Asheville Junior Theater 174 Bradley Branch Rd, Arden✨ HARRY POTTER WIZARDING TECHNICAL THEATER Summer Camp (ages 8–16) ✨ Accio imagination! Campers step into Hogwarts through acting and stage “spell work” as they explore characters, scenes, and magical […]
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 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 […]
Don’t Tell Comedy River Arts District
The River Arts District Brewing Company 13 Mystery Street, AshevilleShow Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Free Popcorn available Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. Outside snacks […]
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 […]
Golden Hour Yoga & Private Cave
Asheville Salt Cave 16 North Liberty St, AshevilleImmerse in a deeply nourishing salt cave experience and in the final 15 minutes your instructor will guide you through gentle movements to bring your awareness back to the present, […]
ONE DAY FUNDAMENTALS OF POLYMER WORKSHOP WITH DIANE KUEHN
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesJoin artist Diane Kuehn and begin exploring your creative side with this one-day workshop designed for beginners and those who would like a refresher on the fundamentals of using polymer […]
Magic with Kate Shela
The Horse Shoe Farm 155 Horse Shoe Farm Drive, HendersonvilleA Transformational weekend of Dance. Over the course of this intimate retreat, Kate Shela invites you into a living, breathing exploration of your body as oracle, artist, and guide. Through […]
2 DAY POLYMER CLAY WORKSHOP WITH DIANE KUEHN – DAY 1
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesCome explore your creativity with artist Diane Kuehn with this step-by-step two-day workshop where you will learn to build a layered, textured pendant or brooch with a variety of techniques […]
ENCOUNTERS WITH CREATIVES – HOLLAND VAN GORES, WOOD & MIXED MEDIA ARTIST
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United States(FREE) Meet and watch Holland Van Gores apply milk paint to his incredible wooden sculptures. Holland has spent the better part of his life working with wood. As a child, […]
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 […]
