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 18, 2026
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 […]
“Summer Dreams” Online Art Auction
"Summer Dreams" is an online art auction featuring archival items and original abstract artwork by the late artist Jonas Gerard. His daughter Mira is offering a selection of his remaining […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Pebble Stacker Rings Workshop
Join us at Ignite's metalsmithing studio where you'll make a set of 3 gold fill and silver rings (or all silver) in this jewelry workshop. The instructor will walk you […]
Multi-Charm Necklace
This combo of both our Simply Charmed and Enamel a Charm is the perfect way to experience a few styles of jewelry making and leave with a multi-charm necklace. This […]
PATIO SHOW: The Nature Boys
– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE THE NATURE BOYS Hailing from the Appalachian musical stronghold of Asheville, NC, The Nature Boys are coming in hot with their […]
Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
This is the biannual flagship event of the Southern Highland Craft Guild, a nearly 100 year old alliance of fine craftspeople across the 9 states of Southern Appalachia. Over 100 […]
Magic with Kate Shela
A 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 […]
Pop-up Book Sale – $5/box or bag
The Friends of Madison County Public Library will hold another large pop-up parking lot book sale on July 18 at the Marshall Library, 1335 N Main Street in Marshall, NC, […]
2 DAY POLYMER CLAY WORKSHOP WITH DIANE KUEHN – DAY 1
Come 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
(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, […]
FREE PATIO SHOW: Maisy Owen // Lucky Break
– FREE SHOW – LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE MAISY OWEN Maisy Owen, a Nashville native, has been surrounded by music and the art of songcraft just […]
What’s Shaking Summer Shindig
Our next show is coming right up! Come sing and dance with us at The Mule (in the air conditioning) on Saturday, July 18. 3-4:30 p.m. Live music, dance party, […]
Wavy Charcuterie Board Class
Join us for this on-trend clay hand-building class and create your own organic wavy charcuterie board. Your one-of-a-kind piece will be both functional and sculptural — ideal for serving cheeses, […]
Vérité Uncorked: Finger Lakes & Shenandoah Valley
Join us for a night to celebrate the launch of Vérité Travel Company -- a boutique wine and gastronomy travel company specializing in curated, authentic small group trips to domestic […]
Tryon Summer Youth Theater
Disney's "Newsies, Jr." musical production
Gluten-Free Comedy: Pineapple Jalapeno Edition
Modelface Comedy brings you the best comedians from all over the country and all your local favorites! This Saturday we have Gluten-Free Comedy: Blueberry Mosaic Edition at Ginger's Revenge. Enjoy […]
Don’t Tell Comedy, Hendersonville
Show 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 […]
Buck Meek
STANDING 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 […]
Take the Edge Off, Late Night Comedy
Modelface Comedy presents Take The Edge Off Comedy Showcase at Eda Rhyne Distillery Nothing takes the edge off like a perfectly crafted cocktail and a good laugh. A late night […]
