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SUMMARY:North Carolina Thumbpickers Convention
DESCRIPTION:This annual event is a great event for pickers and music lovers alike\, plus an opportunity for everyone to come out for some great picking. The Statesville Historical Collection is a warm\, welcoming space filled with Statesville and Iredell County history. \nCome on out\, take a walk through history\, and enjoy the music.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/north-carolina-thumbpickers-convention/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Statesville Historical Collection\, 117 South Center Street\, Statesville\, NC\, 28677\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Early Country Music,Featured,Folk,Old-Time,Roots Music
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SUMMARY:Jam Sessions at the Barber Shop
DESCRIPTION:  \nOne of the more quaint musical venues in the Blue Ridge region is the tiny Drexel Barber Shop in the little town of Drexel. The shop features a very informal jam session. Thursday\, Friday\, and Saturday\, around 11:00 am‚ the guys at the barber shop generally put aside their scissors‚ shears‚ and combs and grab their instruments for a few hours of picking. Thursday and Friday are a mix of gospel and country\, while Saturday is bluegrass all day. This event occurs year-round on most‚ but not all‚ Saturday afternoons. \n  \n\n  \nRound out your visit to the Drexel Barber Shop by exploring these nearby towns and attractions. \nLawrence Anthony‚ the driving force behind the jam‚ passed away in December of 2009. Anthony’s son has set up a nonprofit account to repair and keep the shop open for the sake of the music and as a memorial to Anthony. Donations can be sent to the “Barber Shop Preservation Fund‚” c/o First Citizens Bank‚ Valdese‚ NC; taken to the barbershop; or sent to the Barber Shop Fund‚ 2744 Monarch Dr.‚ Charlotte‚ NC.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/jam-sessions-at-the-barber-shop/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:The Drexel Barber Shop\, 100 South Main Street\, Drexel\, NC\, 28619\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Early Country Music,Gospel,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:The Creative Trail
DESCRIPTION:The Creative Trail will take place at Mayo River State Park in Mayodan\, NC on May 16\, 2026. \nFrom 1-4 pm\, spend time in nature watching performances\, listening to music and spoken word\, native arts demonstrations\, and creating crafts. \nMusic will include Piedmont String  Music and Ukrainian Folk Music. \n*Rain date is May 30th. \nBrought to you by the Rockingham County Arts Council. \nStay tuned!
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/the-creative-trail/
LOCATION:Mayo River State Park\, 500 Old Mayo Park Rd\, Mayodan\, NC\, 27027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured
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SUMMARY:Zuma Coffee Bluegrass Jam Session
DESCRIPTION:Every third Saturday of the month\, Zuma Coffee becomes a crowded bluegrass and old-time music venue. Those who want to get a seat inside should arrive well before the 2 pm start time. The eager-to-play musicians often get going before then\, and the gathering crowd grows large as a result. The jam session is part jam and part stage show. The musicians face the audience\, not each other\, as is the customary arrangement at a mountain jam session\, and most stand to play rather than sit. All musicians who want to join in and play are welcome\, regulars or not\, and a place in the line is made available. The jam session is open to everyone and focuses on old-time and bluegrass music. Listeners are welcome. The coffee is tasty\, and lunch is served… don’t forget the Zuma gold cookies!
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/zuma-coffee-bluegrass-jam-session/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Zuma Coffee\, 7 North Main Street\, Marshall\, NC\, 28753\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Clogging,Featured,Flatfoot,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Alleghany Jubilee
DESCRIPTION:If you love to flatfoot\, clog\, square dance\, or just tap your foot to old-time mountain music\, the Alleghany Jubilee is where you want to be! \nMay 2 – Skinny Creek\nMAY 5 – Tuesday Night Potluck Supper\nMay 9 – Gap Civil\nMay 16 – Hooligans\nMay 19 – Tuesday Night Cake Walk\nMay 23 – Crooked Road Ramblers\nMay 30 – New Ballard’s Branch Bogtrotters \nThe Jubilee is located in Sparta\, a small town nestled in the mountains of northwest North Carolina. \nWe are handicap-accessible and family-oriented. Alcohol is strictly prohibited. Kids are always welcome! Come join the fun! \nAdmission:\nSat Night $10 per person\nChildren 12 and under are admitted for free \nHours:\nDoors open at 6:30 PM\, Music 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nSchedule:\n\nMonday night\nLine Dance Lessons 6- 7:30\, $4\n\nTuesday night\nLive music by Rise and Shine 6:30-9 $8\nChildren 12 and under are admitted for free \nSaturday night\nLive music 7-9:30 $10\nChildren 12 and under are admitted for free \n== \nThe Jubilee\, as it’s known here in Sparta\, was originally located in the former Spartan movie theater. In 1994\, Agnes and Ernest Joines reworked the interior of the historic building to be the original location of the Jubilee. \nThe Jubilee had to move from its long-standing location on Main Street in 2025. Ron and Elizabeth Murray\, with the blessing of Agnes Joines and Jack Joines\, have moved the Jubilee and its love of Old Time Mountain Music to its new location at 562 N. Sparta Parkway. \nJoin us in carrying on the tradition of supporting Old-Time Music\, musicians\, and our dance community. \nLike the Alleghany Jubilee on Facebook! \nFollow us on Instagram @alleghanyjubilee
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/alleghany-jubilee/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Alleghany Jubilee\, 562 N. Sparta Parkway\, Sparta\, NC\, 28675\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Clogging,Early Country Music,Featured,Flatfoot,Old-Time,Square Dancing
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SUMMARY:Cullowhee Friends & Family Reunion
DESCRIPTION:Cullowhee creates “mountain rock” music with roots at Western Carolina University.\nCullowhee is the name of the small town in North Carolina that’s the home of Western Carolina University. It’s also the name chosen by a group of musicians who started a band there in 1974. The band lasted until 1984. \nStarting as a trio\, Edwards\, Clark\, and Flynn\, the band grew to six pieces and created a musical sound they called “Mountain Rock” – a combination of folk\, country\, gospel\, pop and rock. They were “Americana” before there WAS “Americana.” \nEach band member wrote songs encompassing styles including pop\, rock\, country\, folk\, jazz\, reggae\, and other styles\, and played a multitude of musical instruments. Every set featured segments by each member – a show within a show. The mixture of personality\, music\, comedy\, and sincerity made a connection with many audiences. \nCullowhee lives on through the music and love of their fans.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/cullowhee-friends-family-reunion/
LOCATION:White Horse Black Mountain\, 105 Montreat Road\, Black Mountain\, NC\, 28711\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Featured,Folk,Gospel
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SUMMARY:Jimmy's Pick N Grin
DESCRIPTION:Jimmy’s Pick N Grin Music Hall was created by the son of late Singer/Musician Jimmy Jordan. Steve\, and wife Sue Jordan have created a place where locals and visitors can come and enjoy local and regional musicians play country and bluegrass music\, complete with a wooden dance floor proudly maintained by the ‘regular buck dancers’. Watching them and taking in the atmosphere at the Pick N Grin is far from a ‘regular’ experience. With light refreshments and snacks available it’s a place where people from all walks find a chair or table to sit at and relax or shake a leg. NO alcoholic beverages are served or allowed. A small fee is accepted at the door\, but children 12 can under can enter free. Open Saturday nights (doors open at 6:30) Music from 7:30pm – 10:30pm. Located in Andrews North Carolina – easy access off the main 4-lane hwy 19/74/129. \nPlease see their Facebook page – Jimmy’s Pick N Grin Music Hall & Steve Jordan Band – for more information!
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/jimmys-pick-n-grin/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Jimmy’s Pick N Grin\, 220 Country Hearth Lane\, Andrews\, NC\, 28901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Clogging,Early Country Music,Flatfoot,Old-Time,Square Dancing
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