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].
Events
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Spruce Pine Potters Market
Cross Street Building, 31 Cross Street, Spruce Pine, NC Cross Street Building, 31 Cross Street, Spruce PineThe Spruce Pine Potters Market is a celebrated two-day showcase of exceptional ceramic art in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This juried event features work by thirty outstanding nationally and internationally recognized potters from Mitchell and Yancey counties, offering everything from functional wares to sculptural pieces. Visitors can meet the artists, discover one-of-a-kind […]
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The Art of the Pour: Form, Function, and Gesture in Porcelain
AVL Clay 4 Mulvaney St, AshevilleLeah Leitson is a dedicated educator with extensive experience working with porcelain. In this two day workshop, students will explore Leah’s approach to creating expressive, well-balanced forms, focusing on functional sauceboats and related vessels. Participants will learn to throw and alter freshly thrown forms, manipulate and refine shapes, and thoughtfully assemble components. Decorative techniques, including […]
$350 -
The Art of Yoga | Summer-Fall Series 2026
Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, AshevilleJoin us at the Museum for a harmonious blend of artistic inspiration and mindful movement! Our Saturday sessions are from 9:30–11am. Experience how close looking at art and practicing yoga in the beautiful spaces of the Museum can foster relaxation and connection. Each yoga session includes a guided mindful looking session in one of the […]
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2 DAY INTRODUCTION TO INDIGO & SHIBORI DYING WORKSHOP WITH DIANE KUEHN – DAY 1
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesShibori is a Japanese method of resist dying which goes back hundreds of years. Indigo dye is often used to get the distinctive patterns you may recognize in today’s fashion and home décor fabrics. In this hands-on two-day workshop, artist Diane Kuehn will share the fundamentals of shibori folding and binding techniques to create beautiful […]
$295.00 -
ENCOUNTERS WITH CREATIVES – JERRY MAXEY, BASKET AND MIXED MEDIA ARTIST
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United States(FREE) Jerry Maxey will be on hand to demonstrate his basket weaving techniques developed over decades of persistent and skillful mastery. Jerry’s work is wicker-weave basketry of dyed rattan and seagrass cord, and lathe turned wood bases, rings and rims. Each piece is a one-of-a-kind handmade original, even when he makes a second piece with […]
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Makerspace
Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, AshevilleJoin us in the studio for a drop-in art activity led by Museum staff. Participants will be invited to create an artwork of their own inspired by the Museum’s Collection or our current exhibitions. All ages and abilities are welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult).
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Stundom
Diana Wortham Theatre 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, United StatesWith their very first note, Denmark’s Stundom captivates audiences with soaring melodies, irresistible rhythms, and a chemistry that has quickly made them rising stars on the European folk scene. Blending the pulse of Scandinavian dance music with the elegance of chamber music and modern cinematic textures, this virtuosic trio—featuring violin, cittern, and piano—creates a sound […]
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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 for purchase. Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. This show will have chairs provided. ♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible. 21+ show. About Don't Tell Comedy […]
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Black Bear Half Marathon & 8k
Jackson Park Glover Street, Jackson Park, Hendersonville, NCJoin us for the 7th Annual Black Bear Half Marathon and 8k presented by Hunter Subaru! The Black Bear Half Marathon & 8k is an exciting 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 […]
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2 DAY INTRODUCTION TO INDIGO & SHIBORI DYING WORKSHOP WITH DIANE KUEHN – DAY 2
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United StatesShibori is a Japanese method of resist dying which goes back hundreds of years. Indigo dye is often used to get the distinctive patterns you may recognize in today’s fashion and home décor fabrics. In this hands-on two-day workshop, artist Diane Kuehn will share the fundamentals of shibori folding and binding techniques to create beautiful […]
$295.00 -
Exhibition on Screen | The Curious World of Hieronymus Bosch
Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, Asheville"Hieronymus Bosch – Visions of Genius" at the Het Noordbrabants Museum (February 13–May 8, 2016) was the largest ever Bosch retrospective, bringing 36 of his 44 surviving works together in Den Bosch. The exhibition took a radical approach, offering research and conservation expertise in exchange for loans from the world’s best museums. Over 420,000 people […]
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FREE Patio Show: Wrealist
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesLIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE FREE EVENT WREALIST Ken Chapple started supergroup Wrealist in 2025 to play original music, blending American roots with the groove-heavy improvisation of funk, jazz, and rock, carving out a sound that’s both soulful and unpredictable. Think Medeski Martin Scofield & Wood with lyrics—earthy yet experimental, grounded in […]
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AfroRhythm Series 10.11
The White Horse Black Mountain 105 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesJoin us for a powerful afternoon of rhythm, culture, and artistry that resonates deep within the soul. Part of our Afro Rhythm series produced by Chinobay and White Horse Black Mountain.
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Silverada
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesSTANDING ROOM ONLY SILVERADA Evolution. It’s what keeps the best bands afloat — song after song, show after show, record after record. Mike Harmeier was still in his early 20s when he formed Mike and the Moonpies. From the start, they were the definition of a workingman’s country band, cutting their teeth with five-hour sets […]
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Don’t Tell Comedy West Asheville
Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins 9 Midnight Drive, Asheville, NCShow Details This show will be at an indoor location. No Outside Drinks permitted.. Drinks will be available for purchase. Small snacks available for purchase Non-alcoholic drinks will be available. Outside snacks allowed. This show will have chairs provided. ♿︎ This show is wheelchair accessible. 21+ show. About Don't Tell Comedy Secret Locations. Shhh...it's a […]
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Bob Weir Birthday Celebration ft. The Music of The Grateful Dead
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesSTANDING ROOM ONLY BOB WEIR BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION (FEATURING THE MUSIC OF THE GRATEFUL DEAD) You are cordially invited to celebrate Bob Weir’s birthday at the Grey Eagle Music Hall in Asheville on Wednesday, October 14th. This unforgettable evening showcases an all-star lineup of musicians, including Spiro Nicolopoulos, David Mulder, JD Smith, Lee Kram, James Collins, […]
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APLR Presents: Horse Lords with Brett W. Naucke & World Room
AyurPrana Listening Room 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NCPLR Presents: Horse Lords with Brett W. Naucke & World Room Monday, October 12th, 2026 AyurPrana Listening Room - 312 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806 Doors 6 PM || Show 7 PM Horse Lords Horse Lords were founded in Baltimore, Maryland in 2010; they evolved from the experimental collective Teeth Mountain and began as a […]
$25.90 – $29.21 -
Patio Show: Nate Hadley
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE NATE HADLEY Nate Hadley is a folk and Americana singer-songwriter based in Winchester, VA, blending modern songwriting with traditional Appalachian influences. Born in West Virginia, raised just outside of Asheville NC, his commanding voice carries a quiet vulnerability, bringing stories shaped by his roots to life. […]
$12.89 -
“Misery” at NC Stage
North Carolina Stage Company 15 Stage Lane, AshevillePaul Sheldon has survived the crash — but he’s not sure that’s a good thing. Rescued from a Colorado snowbank by his self-proclaimed number one fan, the bestselling romance novelist finds himself bedridden and dependent on Annie Wilkes, a devoted reader who offers to nurse Paul back to health. When Annie discovers that Paul has […]
$15 – $54 -
Josiah and the Bonnevilles
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesSTANDING ROOM ONLY JOSIAH AND THE BONNEVILLES Josiah and the Bonnevilles is led by East Tennessee native Josiah Leming. A singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, he began self producing his own music in 2016. He has varied between having a band and playing solo. He has become known for raw emotion and a profound connection to […]
$33.44 -
2nd Annual Bread of Life DAY
Downtown Brevard 175 E Main St, BrevardSAVE THE DATE and join us OUT on Thursday, October 15th for our 2nd Annual Bread of Life Day! Dine at one or more participating Transylvania County restaurants on Oct. 15 and they will donate a portion of your meal purchase to support our mission to provide food for those in need; no questions asked. […]
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Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
Harrah's Cherokee Center-Asheville 87 Haywood Street, AshevilleThis 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 artists will have their work for sale, ranging from fine jewelry to handcrafted furniture to handwoven garments and more, including representation from Qualla Arts, the […]
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Third Thursday | Educator’s Night Out
Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, AshevilleEvery Third Thursday, the Museum comes alive with an evening filled with music, tours, art making, special cocktails in our rooftop café, and more! Educator’s Night Out: free admission for K–12 and college educators, administrators, and teaching artists (with valid ID) In addition to our regular Third Thursday programming, this month we invite K–12 and […]
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Rooftop Comedy featuring Trey Galyon
antidote 151 Coxe Avenue, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface Comedy Club brings the best local and touring comedians to Asheville! This week we have local favorite Trey Galyon on the rooftop at Antidote! Chemist Spirts welcomes top comedians for a night of laughs. Enjoy a stunning AVL sunset from the rooftop bar at Antidote while giggling and sipping a classic cocktail. Based out […]
$18 -
Lake Eden Reunion + Live Life Like a Festival Book Launch
Camp Rockmont - Lake Eden 375 Lake Eden Road, Black Mountain, NCCome experience the magic of Lake Eden for a joyful weekend of music, dancing, arts, creativity, spoken word, camping, outdoor adventures, wellness and PLAY, for families, friends, or simply you. This special gathering honors 45 years of festival traditions at one of WNC’s most treasured places. Reconnect and celebrate the music, creativity, and community that […]
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The Enchanted Island of Socotra – Sufra Time at Mocha Box Coffeehouse
Mocha Box Coffeehouse 1050 Haywood Rd., AshevilleThere is a place where trees bleed crimson resin, forests resemble enormous green umbrellas and landscapes look as though they were created for another planet. That place is Socotra—Yemen’s enchanted island at the edge of the Arabian Sea. In Socotra: The Enchanted Island, the spectacular grand finale of Sufra Time: An Immersive Arabian Dining Journey, […]
$95 -
Pan Harmonia Celtic Corner
Black Mountain Presbyterian Church 117 Montreat Road, Black Mountain, NC, United StatesPan Harmonia Opens 27th Season with Celtic Corner Pan Harmonia returns for its 27th season with its wonderful compliment of adventurous and eclectic programming this October with Celtic Corner. Directed by multi-instrumentalist Rosalind Buda, who is both a piper and bassoonist, this fall’s Celtic Corner presents Glencoe, Asheville’s own Scottish Supergroup! Celtic Corner Presents: Glencoe […]
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Joshua Ray Walker w/ Cecilia Castleman
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United StatesSTANDING ROOM ONLY JOSHUA RAY WALKER Joshua Ray Walker is a Dallas-born Country/Americana songwriter known for vivid, character-driven storytelling and a rich tenor that blends classic Texas tradition with a modern emotional edge. Since his 2019 debut, he has built a catalog defined by sharp writing, dark humor, and deep empathy for complicated people, earning […]
$27.39 -
TreeTops 8.5 Mile Trail Race
DuPont State Forest - Guion Farm 3045 Sky Valley Rd, HendersonvilleJoin us Saturday, October 17, 2026 for the 4th Annual TreeTops 8.5 Mile Trail Race in DuPont State Recreational Forest near Brevard, North Carolina! This event is limited to 300 participants. This race offers a unique opportunity to explore the spectacular 10,000 acres of rolling hills and towering trees that make up this beautiful forest. […]
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The Art of Wellbeing: Therapeutic Art Making in the Museum
Asheville Art Museum 2 S Pack Square, AshevilleArt has the power to heal, restore, and reconnect us to what matters most. Join us at the Asheville Art Museum for a guided art-making session led by a registered art therapist, designed to explore how art can be a tool to nurture your mental and emotional wellbeing. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or have […]
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2026 Western North Carolina Parade of Homes
The Western North Carolina Parade of Homes, presented by Warmstead, returns October 17-18 and October 24-25 with a free, self-guided tour of new homes and renovations across Asheville, Hendersonville, Brevard, Black Mountain, Weaverville, and surrounding communities. Hosted by the Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the annual event gives visitors the opportunity to tour […]
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ENCOUNTERS WITH CREATIVES – GEOFF BARBEY, ORIGINAL OIL ARTIST
Lucy Clark Gallery & Studio 51 West Main Street, Brevard, NC, United States(FREE) Meet and watch original oil artist Geoff Barbey as he demonstrates his talents. After a 25-year career in advertising and marketing, Geoff felt the pull back to the canvas, rediscovering a love that emerged as a child touring museums in New York City with his grandmother. He was particularly drawn to the Impressionist paintings […]
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Asheville Symphony Masterworks 2: Nightfall
First Baptist Church of Asheville 5 Oak Street, Asheville, NC, United StatesDarko Butorac, conductor Joseph Conyers, double bass There is a serene kind of beauty found only at twilight, when the landscape cedes to legend; this program lingers in these wild places at their most untamed and fragile. Anna Clyne’s stormy nocturne gathers “every shred of the luminous past” like “a naked woman running mad through […]
$25 – $85 -
PATIO SHOW: The Scribblers & Killer Skillet
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville, NC, United States– LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVE Scribblers The Scribblers have been combining prog excess with 70s power pop ear candy since 2024. Lead singer Aubrey Young’s lyrics combine heartfelt sincerity with self reflective humor, while lead guitarist Andy Burns overlays incendiary riffs and solos. Bass player Steve Streit and drummer Joe Esposito […]
$12.63 -
Gluten-Free Comedy: Dirty Chai Edition at Ginger’s Revenge
Ginger's Revenge 829 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC, United StatesModelface 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 a cold pint of ginger beer while you laugh it up with Modelface Comedy ages 18+ doors at 7:30, show at 8pm Tickets $18 GA, […]
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