We host a variety of artists at our music programs each month. The evening begins with a meal offered for $6 at 6 pm and music begins at 7 pm. There's no admission charge for the music. A tip jar is available for the bands and is appreciated. Bands rely on these tips for travel […]
A free event to celebrate Hot Springs, NC and the Appalachian Trail! Live music, vendors, duck race, cornhole tournament, and more! Dedicated volunteers are clearing the trails and businesses are pushing forward, bringing our town back to life. The heart of our community beats stronger than ever! We invite everyone—Appalachian Trail hikers, volunteers, families, people […]
Ginger's Revenge Craft Brewery & Tasting Room and Warren Wilson College are teaming up to launch “Sit a Spell,” a new weekly traditional music jam that will raise funds for the Warren Wilson Music Scholarship Fund while bringing together Asheville’s vibrant roots music community. The open jam sessions will take place Fridays from 6–8 p.m., […]
On Fridays, the doors open to Phipps General Store for a jam session that can be one of the most lively in the region. Spectators sit and chat on benches by the old counter or in chairs surrounding the musicians. Folks can enjoy local live old-time, bluegrass, and country music! And anyone can sit in […]
Flat Bridge is an old-time stringband featuring Emma Rast (fiddle), Daniel Ullom (mandolin) and Jamie Shelor (guitar). The ensemble has been steeped in the vibrant fiddle scenes of North Carolina: at rowdy fiddle conventions, in late-night kitchen jams, and at square dances. They have a deep love for traditional fiddling and harmony singing and are […]
Join us for the 2nd Annual Bluegrass at Altapass Festival, a weekend celebration of traditional bluegrass and bluegrass gospel music set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Taking place Saturday and Sunday, May 2–3, 2026, this year’s festival has grown into a two-day event, featuring an expanded lineup of talented regional musicians, […]
A free event to celebrate Hot Springs, NC and the Appalachian Trail! Live music, vendors, duck race, cornhole tournament, and more! Dedicated volunteers are clearing the trails and businesses are pushing forward, bringing our town back to life. The heart of our community beats stronger than ever! We invite everyone—Appalachian Trail hikers, volunteers, families, people […]
One 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 […]
A special homecoming show in our newly renovated Arts Center! Josh Goforth & Bryan McDowell with special guest Sheila Kay Adams. Tickets $30 – Available by phone – leave a message at (828)649-1301. Or online HERE.
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! May 2 – Skinny Creek MAY 5 – Tuesday Night Potluck Supper May 9 – Gap Civil May 16 – Hooligans May 19 – Tuesday Night Cake Walk May […]
𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰, 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗨𝗡! All dances will be taught. Beginner and family-friendly! In addition to old-time square dances, there will be waltzes, flatfooting, a cakewalk, and community old-time jam. Haw Creek Commons is a beautiful spot with outdoor areas, a fire pit, and picnic tables. Bring […]
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'. […]
