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].
Events for July 1, 2026
Stillness and Motion
In this exhibition we are presenting works that depict contrasts and connections between calm and energy, balance and disruption. Works presented interpret movement and moments of stillness that offer reflection […]
Footloose
This musical doesn’t just dance, it dazzles! Set to the anthems that defined a generation — “Holding Out for a Hero,” “Let’s Hear It for the Boy,” “Almost Paradise,” and […]
CAMP: Improv & sketch comedy – June 29 – July 3
✨ 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 […]
FACES by Lois Simbach
From Nefertiti to the Mona Lisa to Warhol's Marilyn - Faces - especially women's faces, have always been a focal point for artists. Because of my fashion background, I appreciate […]
Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft
The word craft-itarianism was coined by 2026 Center for Craft Curatorial Fellow Alyssa Velazquez to name artistic projects that generate employment, raise awareness, or offer therapeutic support through craft. These […]
Mellow Vinyasa at HapBE Valley Equine & Wellness Farm
Taught on our serene 800-square-foot yoga deck overlooking the horses and majestic Western North Carolina mountains, this 75-minute mindful, medium-paced Vinyasa class offers a truly immersive and rejuvenating experience. If […]
Free Art Class for Adults!
The Free Adult Art classes are taught by Gallery Instructors who volunteer their time as a way to thank the community and share their love of Art! Class meets on […]
Free Art Class for Kids!
The Free Art Class for kids happens on the first Sunday of every month from 2 pm to 4 pm. The classes use different media and are taught by volunteer […]
Golden Folk Sessions
6PM DOORS / 7PM SHOW FULLY SEATED SHOW GOLDEN FOLK SESSIONS Golden Folk Sessions (formerly Open Folk AVL) offers an intimate, carefully curated listening experience that celebrates the art of […]
Mountain Biking and Hiking Art Exhibit – Call for Artists
Arrowhead Gallery & Studios is hosting an art exhibit at our gallery. This exhibition explores the deep connection between movement and landscape through the experiences of mountain biking and hiking. […]
Camp Bangin’ & Sangin’
Camp Bangin' & Sangin'! is back for summer 2026! 🥁🎶 Led by Billy Jonas, this fun music day camp returns to Asheville this summer with something for everyone. Whether you're […]
Impact [.!?$]: An Art Exhibition for Junteenth and Civic Season
IMPACT is a juried multimedia exhibition exploring the powerful influence and interconnectedness of people, places, and communities in an increasingly technology-centered world. Presented by the Asheville Black Art Futures Research-Practice […]
Burlesque Brunch
-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. […]
NOW That’s What I Call Music BINGO!
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 […]
Creative Alchemy: An Enneagram & Writing Lab
In this series, we’ll use the Enneagram, a wisdom tradition that has long been employed as a tool for deep personal growth, to engage with and transform our creative practice. Facilitated […]
Simply Charmed – Drop-In
**Show up at Ignite Jewelry Studios anytime between 11pm and 3pm to make your charms! This is the perfect way to spend a part of your day while visiting our […]
Wheel Thrown Wednesdays with Jess
Spin, shape, and get hands-on with clay! This beginner-friendly pottery class teaches the basics of wheel throwing, including centering, opening, and pulling walls to make simple bowls and cups. Laugh, […]
Everybody But You Bro Comedy Open Mic
Join Eyes Up Here Comedy & Modelface Comedy for the premiere open mic for the rest of us -- Everybody But You Bro is a comedy mic for women, non-binary, […]
Charlotte Symphony Orchestra
Reflecting on the meaning of home, the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra presents a stirring program on the longing for beloved countrysides and pride of cherished folk music under the baton of […]
