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 September 16, 2026
The Odd Couple – Flat Rock Playhouse – 8/28-9/19
Pour a drink and duck for cover — domestic bliss is about to get messy. Meet Felix: impeccably pressed, emotionally distressed, and suddenly single. Meet Oscar: charmingly rumpled, habitually late, […]
Evon Streetman: Reflections
Exhibition of vintage photographs by Evon Streetman. Evon Streetman is a seminal figure in Southern photography whose experimental approach helped define the trajectory of contemporary photo-based art in the region. […]
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 […]
World Without End
World Without End Painting and sculpture by Severn Eaton PUSH Gallery 25 Patton Ave. Opening Fri. Aug 7. 7-10pm Show runs through Sept. 30.
Drop-In Jewelry Making!
Join us in our downtown jewelry studio and create a piece of jewelry you'll be proud to wear! Choose from a variety of projects, including rings, earrings, charms, pendants, and […]
Mixed Metal Mountain Bracelet
Join us at Ignite Jewelry Studios in downtown Asheville for a hands-on brass and silver bracelet workshop. You’ll choose your design, then solder (yep with a torch), sand, polish, and […]
Hammered Wide Band Ring
Join us in this hands on class where you will make a hammered sterling silver wide band ring. One of Ignite's fabulous instructors will take you through the process step […]
Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner
A powerful American classic returns to Asheville for a second season—bringing exceptional theater, culture, and community together at one of the nation’s most historic African American cultural institutions. Presented by […]
Lake Hickory Haunts 2026 – Celebrating 15 Years of Fear
Lake Hickory Haunts, Known as the Premier Haunt of the Carolina’s, is going All Out for its 15th Year of Fear! Lake Hickory Haunts is a one of a kind […]
Golf Ball Marker/Jewelry Making Drop-In Workshop
Join us at Ignite Jewelry Studios and create a custom golf ball marker—or a unique piece of jewelry to commemorate your visit! Choose from special golf-themed stamps and create something […]
Silver Stacking Rings with Gemstone
Back by popular demand, but with a twist! Join us to make this set of 3 stacking rings in our downtown Asheville jewelry maker studio. You will make your 3 […]
The Art of Yoga | Wednesdays
Join us at the Museum every third Wednesday for a harmonious blend of artistic inspiration and mindful movement! Our Wednesday sessions are from 9:30–11am. Experience how close looking at art […]
GUIDED OPEN STUDIO – SEPTEMBER EDITION – WITH ANNE STRUTZ, PSA, IAPS-MC
Wednesdays from 10-3 September 2, 9, 16, 23 Join Anne in the studio for an open-format pastel class designed to deepen your skills in this richly expressive medium. Each session […]
5Rhythms Sweat Your Prayers® on Weds Nights hosted by Karen
Finding Joy in your Body! It is important in our Bodies to move and experience Joy! Joy is a feeling of elation, excitement, celebration and happiness. What makes you feel […]
Book Launch & Signing Event – Blessings from a Trail Angel
Local author Renee Novotny will celebrate the release of her debut memoir, Blessings from a Trail Angel, a heartfelt story of grief, healing, spiritual transformation, and a mother’s enduring connection […]
Seed Saving 102: Processing & Storage
Come save seeds with us at Seed Saving 102: Seed Processing & Storage! This is part two of our two part Seed Saving Series in collaboration with LuAnna of Utopian […]
Escape to the Page! A Creative Writing Adventure
Escape to the Page, facilitated by Sondra Hall, is a no-pressure, come-as-you-are creative writing adventure for enthusiastic and reluctant writers alike. Our focus is on sparking creativity using a variety […]
Poetry Primer: The Curious Practice of Paying Attention
This full-bodied, 5-week poetry series will guide participants from "Ooof, poetry" to "Where's my journal?!" by buoying artistic play and cultivating attention. We'll take notice of neon color palettes, everyday […]
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 […]
Soulful Sounds in Asheville
ASHEVILLE, A DIFFERENT KIND OF NIGHT OUT IS COMING TO TOWN! For people who crave something beyond the usual dinner-and-drinks routine, step into the candlelit world of Soulful Sounds, a […]
Sky’s The Limit, Rooftop Comedy at Antidote
Modelface Comedy Club brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This Wednesday we have a killer show on the rooftop at Antidote! Chemist Spirts welcomes a group of […]
Pierre Bensusan
About APLR Presents: Pierre Bensusan Wednesday, September 16th, 2026 AyurPrana Listening Room - 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806 Doors 6PM || Event 7PM Pierre Bensusan “It’s like the guitar […]
