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. (To Note: We are currently having issues with our submission page, but it should be fixed soon. If your event is taking place before October 12, 2026, please email your event information and image to the address below.)
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.
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 event to be posted. If you encounter difficulties submitting an event, please email amy@thelaurelofasheville.com.
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Black Bear Half Marathon & 8k
Jackson Park Glover Street, Jackson Park, Hendersonville, NCJoin us on Sunday, October 13th, 2024, for the 5th Annual Black Bear Half Marathon and 8k presented by Hunter Subaru! The Black Bear Half Marathon & 8k is an exhilarating fall event that beckons both seasoned athletes and recreational runners alike. Nestled within the charm and beauty of Hendersonville, North Carolina, this race offers […]
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Trick or Trail 5k & Spooky Sprint 1 Mile
Nelon's Feed 519 Maple Street, HendersonvilleThe 10th Annual Trick or Trail 5k & Spooky Sprint 1 Mile presented by Hunter Subaru returns to the heart of Hendersonville for 2024! Get ready to have some fun at the 10th Annual Trick or Trail 5k & Spooky Sprint 1 Mile, presented by Hunter Subaru! This Halloween-themed race will bring runners back to […]
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South Asheville Turkey Trot p/b Hunter Subaru
Biltmore Park 8 Town Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesJoin us in Biltmore Park Town Square for the 6th Annual South Asheville Turkey Trot presented by Hunter Subaru! This classic holiday tradition in South Asheville, NC includes a FREE comfy race shirt (through Nov 3rd), and a unique, custom FINISHER MEDAL! The course is professionally chip-timed, fully-marked and USATF Certified!
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New Year’s Resolution Run 5k & 10k
Pack Square Park 121 College St, Asheville, NC, United StatesAre you ready for a strong start to 2025? The 11th Annual New Year’s Resolution Run 5k & 10k presented by Hunter Subaru is January 1, 2025 at 10am! What better way to celebrate the start of a new year than running in the heart of downtown Asheville? The race course takes you through the […]
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Frostbite 5k, 10k, and 1 Mile Fun Run
Lelia Patterson Center 1111 Howard Gap Road, Fletcher, NC, United StatesFor over 32 years, the Frostbite Races have motivated runners and walkers to stay active throughout the colder winter months. Participants brave the chilly temperatures to compete in a series of races, including a challenging 10K, a scenic 5K, or 1-mile fun run. Flurry the Penguin is always encouraging runners and walkers with high fives. […]
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New Belgium Asheville Marathon and Half
Pack Square Park 121 College St, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe New Belgium Asheville Marathon & Half is back this year with a new perspective, renewed purpose, and a story that’s unlike any other. In September, Hurricane Helene brought devastation to our beloved city in ways we never imagined. For a moment, we weren’t sure this event could happen. Then, city officials reached out with […]
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She Slays 5k
Pardee Cancer Center 805 6th Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesIn collaboration with Pardee Hospital Foundation and Hunter Subaru, we are thrilled to present the 2nd Annual She Slays 5K. This event is all about celebrating the strength, courage, and fierce determination of women fighting cancer. Whether you walk or run, you're making a difference for those who are in the midst of this battle. […]
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Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10K
Jump Off Rock 4433 Laurel Park Hwy, Laurel ParkDiscover the beauty of the 5th annual Jump off Rock Half Marathon & 10k presented by Hunter Subaru and UNC Health Pardee, an endurance running event unlike any other! Experience the thrill of one of the most scenic and fastest half marathon races in the south, running “downhill to downtown.” The Half has garnered a […]
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Apple Ridge Relay
Stepp's Hillcrest Orchard 170 Stepp Orchard Dr, HendersonvilleJoin us Saturday, July 26th, for the Apple Ridge Relay, a newly launched relay and lap-format race at Stepp's Hillcrest Orchard in Hendersonville, NC! Run through scenic trails, mowed grass, and forested roads in the heart of apple country, and celebrate your finish with refreshing apple cider slushies. Whether you're teaming up with friends for […]
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Black Bear Half Marathon & 8k
Jackson Park Glover Street, Jackson Park, Hendersonville, NCThe Black Bear Half Marathon & 8k presented by Hunter Subaru is an exhilarating fall event that beckons both seasoned athletes and recreational runners alike. Nestled within the charm and beauty of Hendersonville, North Carolina, this race offers participants a unique opportunity to challenge their limits while immersing themselves in the splendor of the autumn […]
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Trick or Trail 5k & 1 Mile
Nelon's Feed 519 Maple Street, HendersonvilleWe’re back in the heart of Hendersonville and we’re bringing some spirited fun—with an awesome new race shirt and shiny finisher medal for every participant. Costumes? Highly encouraged. FOMO? Guaranteed if you skip it. Run or walk through the Historic 7th Avenue District with a crowd of costumed runners, then keep the party going at […]
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South Asheville Turkey Trot
Biltmore Park Town Square One Town Square Blvd, AshevilleThis 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 are vintage-cool, and the finisher medals are worth the effort! Whether you’re running, walking, or just trotting it out for the pie, this event is […]
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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! What better way to celebrate the start of a new year than running in the heart of downtown Asheville? The race course takes you through […]
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Frostbite 5k, 10k, and 1 Mile Fun Run
Lelia Patterson Center 1111 Howard Gap Road, Fletcher, NC, United StatesWant to avoid the winter blues? Get motivated with the 34th Annual Frostbite Races presented by Hunter Subaru! Join the largest winter footrace in Henderson County for a fun-filled afternoon of running and family-friendly activities. Choose from a 10K, 5K run/walk, or a flat and fast 1-mile un-timed Fun Run - perfect for runners of […]
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New Belgium Asheville Marathon and Half
Pack Square Park 121 College St, Asheville, NC, United StatesThe New Belgium Asheville Marathon & Half is back for 2026, celebrating Asheville’s resilience with a course that highlights the city’s best—historic neighborhoods, lively downtown streets, the colorful River Arts District, and scenic miles along the French Broad River Greenway. The half marathon is USATF certified, and the marathon will be recertified and sanctioned before […]
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She Slays 5k
Pardee Cancer Center 805 6th Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC, United StatesGet ready to rise up at the 3rd Annual She Slays 5K, happening Saturday, April 25, 2026, in partnership with Pardee Hospital Foundation’s Women Helping Women and Hunter Subaru! This empowering event celebrates the strength, courage, and unstoppable spirit of women—encouraging each of us to take charge of our health and lift one another up. […]
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Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10k
Jump Off Rock 4433 Laurel Park Hwy, Laurel ParkExperience the 6th Annual Jump Off Rock Half Marathon & 10K, presented by Hunter Subaru and UNC Health Pardee. This springtime race offers a scenic and fast course that winds through some of the most beautiful areas of Hendersonville! The Half Marathon starts at the iconic Jump Off Rock in Laurel Park, with sweeping views […]
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Brevard Classic 5k & 12k
115 East Morgan Street, Brevard, NC 28712 115 East Morgan Street, BrevardThe Brevard Classic Races return on May 23, 2026 as part of the White Squirrel Festival weekend! Choose a 5K or 12K and run scenic, community-lined streets with a downtown start and finish in the heart of Brevard. This festival-connected race blends small-town charm, thoughtful course design, and a welcoming race-day atmosphere—perfect for runners of […]
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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 is more than just a race—it’s a high-energy celebration of Asheville’s creative heartbeat. Set in the heart of the River Arts District, this event supports […]
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Bark & Bolt 5k, 1 mile & 100 meter
Patton Park 114 E Clairmont Dr, HendersonvilleReady, Set… WOOF! 🐾 Join us at Patton Park on Saturday, August 1 for the 4th Annual Bark & Bolt Races, presented by Hunter Subaru, in Hendersonville. This family and pup-friendly morning celebration features something for everyone — two-legged and four-legged alike. Choose from the Bark & Bolt 5K or One Mile, and have the […]
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Twilight Trail 5k
Kanuga 471 Kanuga Chapel Dr., HendersonvilleWe're excited to present the Twilight Trail 5k at Kanuga, Saturday, August 8th, 2026! The Twilight Trail 5K is a golden-hour trail race at the Kanuga Conference Center designed to welcome runners of all abilities. Featuring a thoughtfully designed 5K course with mixed surfaces and gentle elevation changes, this event offers an approachable introduction to […]
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Kanuga Triathlon
Kanuga 471 Kanuga Chapel Dr., HendersonvilleJoin us Sunday, August 9th, 2026 for the Inaugural Kanuga Triathlon in Hendersonville! Kanuga Triathlon is a new sprint-distance triathlon in Western North Carolina designed to be welcoming, scenic, and memorable. Featuring a time-trial swim start in Kanuga Lake, a mixed-surface bike course, and a fast 5K run, this destination race meets athletes where they […]
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Railway Races 5k & 1 Mile
Hendersonville Welcome Center 201 South Main Street, HendersonvilleJoin us in Hendersonville, NC, Saturday, September 12th, for the Inaugural Railway 5k & 1 Mile presented by Aetna! The Railway Races are a running celebration of history, movement, and community, hosted on the Ecusta Trail — a former railroad corridor transformed into a shared-use greenway connecting Hendersonville and Brevard. This inaugural event brings families, […]
