Events for November 22 - January 1, 2026

  • Recurring

    The Martha Bassett Show

    Reeves Theater 129 W Main Street, Elkin, NC, United States

    The Martha Bassett Show is recorded live at the historic Reeves Theater in beautiful downtown Elkin and blends the fabric of the national roots and Americana scene with the rich artistry, history, and flair of North Carolina’s Piedmont region. Helmed by one of the state’s most distinguished musicians, the live show features national artists, fresh […]

    See website for ticket prices.
  • Round Robin Ballad Circle

    Broyhill Chapel 265 Cascade St., Mars Hill, NC, United States

    Join us for an informal Appalachian ballad circle in honor of singer and storyteller Bobby McMillon, and as part of the Bobby McMillon Legacy Project funded by a grant from South Arts. Ballads are traditional songs that tell stories and Madison County is known world-wide for its ballad-singing tradition. At a round robin, singers will […]

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    Folk School Shape Note Singing

    John C. Campbell Folk School 4590 Brasstown Road, Brasstown, NC, United States

    Shape note singings are on first Mondays in Keith House Community Room from 7-9 p.m. Come sing, learn the shapes, contemplate the poetry, and relish the power of voices raised together in song. These events welcome first-timer and experienced shape note singers to sing from the tune book The Sacred Harp. Experience the beauty of […]

  • Annual Sandy Ridge School Bluegrass Show

    Sandy Ridge Elementary School 1070 Amostown Road, Sandy Ridge, NC, United States

    In 1948 upon hearing that Flatt and Scruggs had left Bill Monroe's legendary Bluegrass Boys, Cleo Lemons wrote Lester Flatt a letter inviting the "new" group of Flatt and Scruggs to come to the Sandy Ridge School and have a concert that would be sponsored by the American Legion. In March they came, performed and […]

    $6 – $20.00
  • Larry & Joe’s Nuevo South Train Album Release Party

    Weinhaus 86 Patton Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

    Nuevo South Train, the debut album by Venezualachian sensation Larry & Joe, is finally here! An afternoon of music, dancing, y vino! Larry & Joe is the latest project of living legend of Llanera, Larry Bellorín (Venezuela) - also an asylum-seeking migrant, and Joe Troop (North Carolina), former bandleader of GRAMMY-nominated Latingrass ensemble Che Apalache. […]

    $18.00 – $23.00
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    Mountain Home Music’s First Wednesday Workshop Series and Concert

    Appalachian Theatre of the High Country 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, United States

    Wednesday, April 5 - Dr. Ray Christian will present a VIRTUAL workshop entitled “Storytelling for Podcast, Podcast for Storytellers” - 7:00 pm During this workshop participants will learn how to pitch stories for Public Radio, Network supported, and individually curated podcasts, and use podcasting to obtain, gain, or magnify their storytelling audience. The workshop will […]

    $10.50 – $22.50
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    Mountain Music Mondays at the Tasty Weasel Taproom

    Oskar Blues Brewery and the Tasty Weasel Taproom 342 Mountain Industrial Drive, Brevard, NC, United States

    Mountain Music Mondays take over a corner of the tasting room at Oskar Blues Brewery in Brevard, N.C. All ages are welcome to this genteel old-time jam; many of these musicians have been playing for decades. While you're enjoying the music, make time to taste the craft beverages and feast at The Oskar Blues CHUBwagon food truck. Bring […]

  • Appalachian Dance Hootenanny

    Folkmoot Friendship Center 112 Virginia Avenue, Waynesville, NC, United States

    The first ever Appalachian Dance Hootenanny will be held on Saturday, April 15, 2023, 6 – 9pm. Starting at 6pm, grab a drink and join the Haywood Ramblers on stage for a community jam or visit with Richard Tichich and his Appalachian Wooden Dancing Puppets, create your own spoon instrument, and get your picture taken […]

    $25.00
  • Tribute to Fiddlin’ Red Wilson

    Mitchell County High School Auditorium 416 Ledger School Rd, Bakersville, NC, United States

    Saturday, April 15 - Tribute to Fiddlin' Red Wilson - 7:00 pm April 15th is officially designated as “Red Wilson” Day in Mitchell County.  This Tribute to Fiddlin' Red Wilson will be an effort to honor and remember a musician who made a profound impact on the music of Western North Carolina. The tribute will […]

    $10 – $12
  • Stecoah Schoolhouse Sessions’

    Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center 121 Schoolhouse Road, Robbinsville, NC, United States

    Join us as we welcome to Stecoah’s Center stage five undisputed giants in the world of bluegrass as we debut the ‘Schoolhouse Sessions’. This year we bring together supergroup Seth Taylor on guitar, Barry Abernathy on banjo, Mark Fain on bass, Darrell Webb on mandolin, and Ron Stewart on fiddle in a never-before-seen combo for the Grass of ’23! Together these five (most of whom are […]

    $10 – $25
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    Stecoah Community Jam

    Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center 121 Schoolhouse Road, Robbinsville, NC, United States

    Community Jam Every 3rd Tuesday 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm Mark your calendars for the 3rd Tuesday of every month to join us for a Schoolhouse Community Jam. Bring your instruments and join our circle! We invite musicians of all levels to come out and join together for an evening of playing together. You can begin […]

  • Concerts at J.E. Broyhill Civic Center

    J.E. Broyhill Civic Center 1913 Hickory Boulevard, Lenoir, NC, United States

    The J.E. Broyhill Civic Center hosts concerts, plays and comunity events throughout the year. Upcoming Traditional Music Concerts include: Friday, April 21 - The Wailin' Jennys, 7:30 pm - The Wailin’ Jennys are Nicky Mehta, Ruth Moody and Heather Masse – three distinct voices that together make an achingly perfect vocal sound. Starting as a […]

    Prices vary pending concert, check Broyhill Center website for details and purchases.