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SUMMARY:Wednesday Open Mic at the Reeves
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday evening for Open Mic at the Reeves! \nFree to perform\, free to watch.\n \n**Please note–you do NOT need to purchase tickets for Reeves Open Mic**\n\nAll ages are welcome. Please keep material family-friendly (feel free to ask our MC prior to the show if you have any questions or concerns).\n\nWe recommend signing up at 6:30 but there may be spaces available closer to or during the performance.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/wednesday-open-mic-at-the-reeves/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:Reeves Theater\, 129 W Main Street\, Elkin\, NC\, 28621\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Blues,Early Country Music,Gospel,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Night Bluegrass at The Ugly Dog Pub
DESCRIPTION:We have bluegrass at The Ugly Dog Pub\, 294 S. 4th St. in Highlands\, on Wednesday nights featuring Nitrograss (Charles Wood on Banjo and various well-known artists) plays two sets of bluegrass at 6:30 and 8 pm.\n\n\n\n\n\nCopy to Google Calendar
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/wednesday-night-bluegrass-at-the-ugly-dog-pub/2025-07-23/
LOCATION:The Ugly Dog Pub\, 294 South 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
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SUMMARY:Luthier Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:This exhibit celebrates luthiery\, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month\, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars\, banjos\, and dulcimers\, which are deeply rooted in Appalachia’s traditional music.  \nHours: \nMonday-Friday 10 am-5 pm\nSaturday 10 am-4 pm
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/luthier-exhibit/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:Ashe County Arts Council\, 303 School Avenue\, West Jefferson\, NC\, 28694\, United States
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SUMMARY:Luthier Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:This exhibit celebrates luthiery\, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month\, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars\, banjos\, and dulcimers\, which are deeply rooted in Appalachia’s traditional music.  \nHours: \nMonday-Friday 10 am-5 pm\nSaturday 10 am-4 pm
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/luthier-exhibit/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:Ashe County Arts Council\, 303 School Avenue\, West Jefferson\, NC\, 28694\, United States
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SUMMARY:Old-Time Jam at the Reeves
DESCRIPTION:Come watch or play in the Reeves FREE monthly Old-Time Jam hosted by local musician and luthier Joe Thrift. Help learn and preserve traditional music of the region. All ages welcome. \n\nThis event is sponsored by Explore Elkin.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/old-time-jam-at-the-reeves-2/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:Reeves Theater\, 129 W Main Street\, Elkin\, NC\, 28621\, United States
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SUMMARY:Christian Harmony Sing - Asheville NC
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our twice-monthly Christian Harmony Sing held the Second and Fourth Thursdays of every month from 6:30PM – 8:30PM. \nFirst Presbyterian Church\, 40 Church Street\, Asheville\, NC 28801\nWe will be singing from 6:30-8:30. We have books to borrow as well as books for sale. Beginners are welcome! \nOur singing space is in a meeting room\, accessible from the driveway on 40 Church Street. Look for the sign on Church Street. We are permitted to use the parking along the driveway (labeled as permit only). We are also permitted to use the visitors’ lot (accessible on Aston St.). Also\, street parking is free after 6pm\, and there are usually a few spots on Church St. \nTEMP LOCATION CHANGE: Feb. 26\, Mar. 12\, Mar. 26 (2026): First Baptist Church of Asheville\, 5 Oak Street\, Asheville NC 28801 \nCONTACT: Maddy Mullany – mhmullany@gmail.com. \nhttps://www.christianharmony.org/schedule.html \nScheduled annual singings of all books can be found at Shapenotesingings.com \nChristian Harmony/ Seven Shape singings are listed at ChristianHarmony.org \nA good resource for learning and practicing the music is sevenshapes.sacredharpbremen.org
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/christian-harmony-sing-asheville-nc/2025-07-24/
LOCATION:First Presbyterian Church\, 40 Church Street\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shaped-Note Singing
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SUMMARY:Luthier Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:This exhibit celebrates luthiery\, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month\, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars\, banjos\, and dulcimers\, which are deeply rooted in Appalachia’s traditional music.  \nHours: \nMonday-Friday 10 am-5 pm\nSaturday 10 am-4 pm
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SUMMARY:Live Mountain Music at the Orchard at Altapass
DESCRIPTION:LIVE MUSIC at the Orchard – preserving history\, heritage & culture\n\nThe Orchard Music Program offers live\, traditional music in support of our nonprofit mission to preserve the history\, heritage and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our hope is to educate the public about the Appalachian experience so that these important traditions may be carried forward with future generations. \nFor over a quarter-century\, the Orchard\, as a non-profit organization\, has diligently worked to “save the good stuff”—regional traditions\, culture\, and land on which all was created. \n\nJoin us in our music pavilion this season for traditional music and dancing. \nAll of our afternoon events from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM are FREE! \nFundraisers are Friday evenings from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM and are $10 per ticket. \n2025 Events\n\nSunday\, June 8 – The Dollar Brothers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Dollar Brothers provide a high-energy\, family-oriented bluegrass stage show — a traditional bluegrass band from Watauga and Ashe County\, NC. They always have the pavilion full of smiles and dancing. \nDarrell Dollar\, lead singer/songwriter\, and eldest brother plays mandolin. Next in line\, Barry Dollar plays fiddle\, banjo\, and sings lead and baritone. Youngest Wade Dollar plays guitar\, claw hammer banjo\, and dobro\, and sings tenor. Bass player and vocalist\, J.M. Trivette is from Zionville. \nWith over 25 years of Bluegrass experience\, they’ve shared the stage with such luminaries as Bill Monroe\, Jim and Jesse\, The Seldom Scene\, Doyle Lawson\, The Osborne Brothers\, and many others. They love what they do and show no sign of slowing down! \n \n\n\nFriday\, June 13 – Quinn Crowe\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nQuinn Crowe is a dynamic\, classically-trained duo with roots in jazz and country and a love for all genres of music. \nMeshing the sounds of melodic lead guitar and flavorful rhythm guitar together with powerful vocal harmonies found in traditional Appalachian Mountain music\, this duo makes any song selection\, whether it be a cover or original tune\, a true Quinn Crowe experience.  \nSaturday\, June 14 – Good Ol’ Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nThe Good Ol’ Boys\, from Morganton\, NC\, are a four-piece long time\, ol’ time music\, Orchard favorite. They are sure to have you on the dance floor! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSunday\, June 15 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nWe are so excited to welcome back Carolina Bluegrass Style for their 3rd year performing at the Orchard. If you haven’t heard them yet– wow what a treat! Their style includes standard classics like Foggy Mountain Breakdown\, Rocky Top\, Man of Constant Sorrow\, Orange Blossom Special\, Dueling Banjos\, The Ballad of Jed Clampett — and who knows\, they may even throw in some classic country. Come come take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \nFriday\, June 20 – Ferguson & Northup\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\nFerguson and Northup are an acoustic duo from the mountains of North Carolina. Andy Ferguson (Marion\, NC) is a talented singer\, songwriter\, acoustic guitarist and sound engineer. Jo Northup (Spruce Pine\, NC) is a classical flutist\, songwriter and vocalist. Their rich harmonies blend together seamlessly and their instrumentation is unusual in the folk duo world. They perform a variety of acoustic music that includes covers of folk favorites by songwriters such as John Prine\, James Taylor\, Bob Dylan and others. Andy and Jo also play traditional music that includes selections such as Danny Boy\, Wayfaring Stranger\, Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies and Shady Grove. With Andy’s background in lead guitar picking as well as formal music training\, and Jo’s years of classical training\, orchestral experience and performing with Dulcimer Dan and the Blue Skies Band\, they enjoy adding upbeat\, lightening-fast fiddle tunes that gets everyone’s feet tapping! \n \nSaturday\, June 21 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSplit Rail Bluegrass\, a band from South Carolina\, is sure to get your feet moving. They’ll bring several types of bluegrass and a selection of other music\, sure to please. Flatt and Scruggs and a little Monroe\, some gospel\, and a great mix from the 60’s through the 80’s. \n \nSunday\, June 22 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nCome and join the Rewind Goodtimz Band–an awesome mix of seasoned WNC musicians–as they return to the Orchard pavilion for more great dance-and-clap til you drop music. You won’t want to leave the dance floor! Take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \n \nFriday\, June 27 – Symbiosis\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSusan Garriques\, Carl Dipper\, and Steve Barnes have spent years performing—each as a solo artist or with various groups—but their recent collaboration as Symbiosis has created something truly special. With three guitars and three voices\, they weave together a sound greater than the sum of its parts\, blending harmony\, heart\, and musicianship in a way that wouldn’t be the same alone. \nThrough different musical journeys\, they each found their way to Yancey County\, North Carolina\, a place they now proudly call home. It was here that their paths converged\, and Symbiosis was born—quickly becoming a local favorite. \nCarl Dipper\, with his deep-rooted blues background\, brings expressive\, soul-stirring lead guitar. Steve Barnes\, a gifted songwriter\, adds his signature touch on slide guitar. Susan Garriques\, also a songwriter\, holds down rhythm guitar\, but it’s her love of singing that truly shines. \nPerforming both originals and covers spanning multiple genres and generations\, Symbiosis offers an ever-evolving mix of folk\, blues\, Americana\, bluegrass\, and even some good old rock and roll. No matter the song\, their rich harmonies and dynamic instrumentation create a sound that’s both timeless and uniquely their own. \n \nSunday\, June 29 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nA native of Western North Carolina\, Randy’s been writing and performing since his early teens. Growing up in the 60s in Bryson City\, NC\, a half-mile outside of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park provided an interesting perspective from the point of view of an honest-to-goodness country boy. His songs and stories reflect his small-town\, Appalachian roots. Randy has the unique ability to entertain any audience in any venue\, whether it be a concert of original songs or those you know and just love to dance to—it’s a good time for all. \n \nFriday\, July 4 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 5 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 6 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 11 – Steven Evans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 12 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 13 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 18 – Justin Mychals’ Cathead Biscuit Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 19 – Boone Trail Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 20 – Asheville Junction Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 25 – Kevin Dolan & Paul Koptak\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 26 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSunday\, July 27 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSaturday\, August 2 – The Dollar Brothers \, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 3 – JAM Kids with Buffalo Cove 1 PM – 1:45 PM &  then Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, August 8 – Ballad Swap Fundraiser with Sheila Kay Adams\, Donna Ray Norton and William Ritter ($10/ticket) 6 PM – 8 PM  \nSaturday\, August 9 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 10 – Rudy’s Rhythm and Revue\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 16 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 17 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 23 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 24 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 30 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 31 – TBD\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 6 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 7 – Southwind String Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 13 – Rhonda Gouge and Keepin’ Time\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 14 – Possum Creek\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 20 – The Butterbeans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 21 – Seth and Sara\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 27 – Ruglifters\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 28 – Don Pedi\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 4 – Hardy Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 5 – Southwind Strings\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 11 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 11 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 18 – Common Ground\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 19 – Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 25 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 26 – Sam McKinney and Friends\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/live-mountain-music-at-the-orchard-at-altapass/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:Orchard at Altapass\, 1025 Orchard Road\, Spruce Pine\, NC\, 28777\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Bluegrass,Early Country Music,Folk,Gospel,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Summer Concerts at the Jones House
DESCRIPTION:This popular weekly concert series showcases local and regional acts\, with some familiar favorites joined by a few fresh faces. This year’s lineup features a variety of musical genres that will appeal to all types of music fans – bluegrass\, jazz\, folk\, soul\, gospel\, and more. \nSummer concerts at the Jones House are free and open to the public. Concerts are scheduled every Friday from June through August\, starting at 5:30 p.m.\, and they are held rain or shine. \nPatrons are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets to enjoy the music from the Jones House lawn. Alcoholic beverages are permitted on the Jones House property if patrons are of legal age and bring their own beverages. No open containers are allowed beyond the Jones House property. Friendly pets are permitted on leash. Due to the crowded space on the Jones House lawn\, guests are encouraged to wear a mask when safe distancing is not an option \n2025 SUMMER CONCERT SCHEDULE \nJune 6 \n\nBeppe Gambetta\nClay Lunsford and Matthew Weaver\n\nJune 13 – High Country Jazz Fest \n\n\nHerb Stephens Quartet \n\n\nJune 19–22 – Boonerang Fest \n\n\nLineup at boonerangfest.com \n\n\nJune 27 \n\nWill Easter\nMidlife Trip\n\nJuly 4 – At 4th of July Parade \n\n\nWatauga Community Band \n\n\nJuly 11 \n\nRedbud\nSammy Osmond and the No-Hellers\n\nJuly 18 \n\nDaniel Sherrill\nThe New Quintet\n\nJuly 25 \n\nDanny Platt\nLoose Roosters\n\nAugust 1 \n\nNoan Partly\nLazybirds\n\nAugust 8 \n\nFern Hill\nPickin’ Thistles\n\nAugust 15 – Doc Watson Day (starts at 5 PM) \n\nHayley King\nTim Stafford and Thomm Jutz\nAsheville Mountain Boys\n\nAugust 22 \n\nBelleville Rendezvous\nBlue Ridge Gathering\n\nAugust 29 \n\nRick Ward\nMary Greene\nSarah Kate Morgan and Leo Shannon
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/summer-concerts-at-the-jones-house/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:Jones House Cultural Center\, 604 West King Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
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SUMMARY:Brevard Square Dance
DESCRIPTION:Brevard Barn Dance is a monthly community dance featuring old-time mountain circle\, square\, and longways dances. We dance to live music by local bands and visiting musicians\, with energetic callers. All dances are taught – no partner or experience is necessary to have a great time. \nThis family-friendly event is open to the public and welcomes people of all ages. Admission is $10 for adults\, $5 for kids 12 and under\, and $25 for families. \nThe dance is at Grace Church Brevard\, in the old American Legion Hall at 55 East Jordan St. in downtown Brevard\, NC. \nDances are held on the last Friday of every month\, except December. Doors open at 5:30\, dancing from 6-8 pm. \nFind updated information on Facebook at Square Dance Brevard\, or contact squaredancebrevard@gmail.com
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/square-dance-brevard/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:Grace Brevard Church American Legion Hall\, 55 East Jordan St.\, Brevard\, NC\, 28712\, United States
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SUMMARY:Highlands’ Friday Night Live
DESCRIPTION:From now until September\, the vibrant tunes of live music fill the air in downtown Highlands every Friday and Saturday night. Shows on both nights are free and take place from 6:00 to 8:30 P.M. \nFriday Night Live showcases traditional mountain music and exceptional local talent on Main Street’s Town Square. The Friday night concerts are part of the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina\, an initiative of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area Partnership and the NC Arts Council that works to sustain the rich music traditions of the region. \nThe Friday Night Live season schedule is as follows: \nJuly 4 – Diverse Groove: Special holiday Friday concert in Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park \nJuly 11 – Nitrograss \nJuly 18 – Johnny Webb Band \nJuly 25 – ABC Combo \nAugust 1 – Ezra & Katie \nAugust 8 – McLain Family Band \nAugust 15 – Shawn Lane Trio\, featuring Lane Brothers \nAugust 22 – Spare Parts Bluegrass Band \nAugust 29 – The Foxfire Boys \nSeptember 5 – Silly Ridge \nSeptember 12 – Johnny Webb Band \nSeptember 19 – Curtis Blackwell & Dixie Bluegrass Boys \nSeptember 26 – Nitrograss
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/highlands-friday-night-live/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:Town Square Highlands\, NC\, Downtown Highlands\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass,Folk
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SUMMARY:Summer Concert Series On the Historic Hayesville Square
DESCRIPTION:Summer Concert Series On the Square in Historic Hayesville are held various Friday evenings throughout the summer. The concerts include a wide variety of bands.  The concerts are sponsored by CCCRA (Clay County Communities Revitalization Association\, ccccra-nc.org) and other sponsors. They allow the community to enjoy local talent and musicians from throughout the region for FREE.  Bring a lawn chair and be prepared to enjoy a delightful evening under the stars in beautiful downtown Hayesville.  Food and beverages are available for purchase beginning at 6:00 PM. Music starts at 7: 00 PM \n2025 Bands include: \n\nMay 23 – Greg Erwin & 200 Proof\nJune 6 – Wyatt Espalin & Friends\nJune 20 – Run Katie Run\nJuly 18 – Hush Money\nJuly 25 – Quick Brown Fox\nAugust 8 – Joe Average Band\nAugust 22 – Southern Vantage\nSeptember 5 – Gnarly Fingers\n\nBe sure to check out the “Tribute to Traditional Music” sculpture across the street from the gazebo\, in front of Hayesville Town Hall.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/summer-concert-series-on-the-historic-hayesville-square/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:Historic Clay County Courthouse & Beal Center\, 25 Herbert Street\, Hayesville\, North Carolina\, 28904
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Music in the Valle
DESCRIPTION:Valle Crucis Community Park welcomes locals and visitors to the park to enjoy live music from various local and regional musicians. \nFridays from 6:00 PM to dusk\, all summer long.\nValle Crucis Community Park is next to the Mast Store Annex\, near the Original Mast General Store in the historic village of Valle Crucis. Look for the wooden bear on a tree stump at the driveway entrance & be sure to drive slowly on the gravel road. \nThe park is sustained by visitor donations\, and a $5 or $10 parking donation is graciously encouraged. \n2025 Schedule:\n\nMay 30th Will Easter\nJune 13th Sammy Osmond & the No-Hellers\nJune 27th Rakish\nJuly 18th Jeff Little Trio\nJuly 25th Drew Foust & The Wheelhouse\nAugust 1st Midlife Trip\nAugust 15th Big Daddy Love\nAugust 22nd The Burnett Sisters Band\nSeptember 5th Ballads from Deep Gap: A Tribute to Doc Watson\n\nIn 1983\, members of the Valle Crucis Community joined forces to preserve a 12-acre tract of land along the Watauga River that was slated for development as a recreational vehicle campground. Their efforts were successful\, and the Valle Crucis Community Park was born. The park’s founders held a clear vision for the land: That it should remain undeveloped\, as a recreational and gathering space for the community\, in perpetuity. \nToday Valle Crucis Community Park has grown into a 28-acre destination for High Country residents as well as visitors to the area. The park is open to the public year-round and provides space for a variety of outdoor activities.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/music-in-the-valle/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:Valle Crucis Community Park\, 2892 Broadstone Rd\, Banner Elk\, NC\, 28604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Ballad Singing,Bluegrass,Blues,Featured,Folk,Old-Time,Roots Music
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SUMMARY:Concerts on the Creek at Bridge Park
DESCRIPTION:These mountains are known as much for the music that comes out of them as they are for their picturesque vistas\, cascading waterfalls and alluring trails. \nSome of the world’s finest musicians have come from Western North Carolina and that rich tradition carries on today. \nHere in Jackson County\, the Town of Sylva\, Jackson County Parks and Recreation Department and Jackson County Chamber of Commerce team up to produce the Concerts on the Creek series at the Bridge Park gazebo in Sylva every Friday from 7-9 p.m.\, typically from Memorial Day through Labor Day. \nThe 16th annual season will start on Friday\, May 23 (Memorial Day weekend) and end on Friday\, Aug. 29 (Labor Day weekend). That will be 15 Fridays of Concerts on the Creek\, with the Fireworks Festivities and concert on Friday\, July 4 sprinkled in for good measure. \nWe are so excited to announce that on May 22\, 2024\, Concerts on the Creek finished No. 6 in the US Today’s Top 10 Best Outdoor Concert Series events for 2024. Thanks to the USA Today and to our friends\, supporters and community for voting for us. \n2025 schedule: \nFriday\, June 27: Darren Nicholson Band \nFriday\, July 25: Suns of Stars \nThese events are free with donations encouraged. Everyone is welcome. Dogs must be on a leash. No coolers\, no smoking and no alcohol please. Bring a chair or blanket. \nFor more information\, please contact the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce at 828-586-2155\, visit our Facebook page\, or visit us online at www.mountainlovers.com.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/concerts-on-the-creek-at-bridge-park/2025-07-25/
LOCATION:Bridge Park in Sylva\, NC\, 76 Railroad Avenue\, Sylva\, NC\, 28779\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Gospel,Old-Time,Roots Music
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SUMMARY:Annual Swannanoa Shaped Note Singing
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 26\, 2025 – Annual Swannanoa Shaped Note Singing\, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM  \nGather at the Morris Pavilion on the campus of Warren Wilson college for the annual event. Singings will be from the Christian Harmony\, Sacred Harp\, and the Southern Harmony songbooks with plenty of loaner books for visitors. \nDinner will be held on the Grounds.\nMorris’ Pavilion is an open air pavilion\, but is shaded and used for classes taught during the summer.\nDress to stay cool\, bring your hand fan\, maybe a seat cushion! \nBooks: \nThe Christian Harmony\, 2010 edition;\nThe Sacred Harp\, 1991 edition;\nThe Southern Harmony\, 1854 facsimile\, 1987 UofK reprint.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/annual-swannanoa-shaped-note-singing/
LOCATION:Warren Wilson College\, 701 Warren Wilson Road\, Swannanoa\, NC\, 28778\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shaped-Note Singing
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SUMMARY:Luthier Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:This exhibit celebrates luthiery\, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month\, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars\, banjos\, and dulcimers\, which are deeply rooted in Appalachia’s traditional music.  \nHours: \nMonday-Friday 10 am-5 pm\nSaturday 10 am-4 pm
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/luthier-exhibit/2025-07-26/
LOCATION:Ashe County Arts Council\, 303 School Avenue\, West Jefferson\, NC\, 28694\, United States
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SUMMARY:Live Mountain Music at the Orchard at Altapass
DESCRIPTION:LIVE MUSIC at the Orchard – preserving history\, heritage & culture\n\nThe Orchard Music Program offers live\, traditional music in support of our nonprofit mission to preserve the history\, heritage and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our hope is to educate the public about the Appalachian experience so that these important traditions may be carried forward with future generations. \nFor over a quarter-century\, the Orchard\, as a non-profit organization\, has diligently worked to “save the good stuff”—regional traditions\, culture\, and land on which all was created. \n\nJoin us in our music pavilion this season for traditional music and dancing. \nAll of our afternoon events from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM are FREE! \nFundraisers are Friday evenings from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM and are $10 per ticket. \n2025 Events\n\nSunday\, June 8 – The Dollar Brothers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Dollar Brothers provide a high-energy\, family-oriented bluegrass stage show — a traditional bluegrass band from Watauga and Ashe County\, NC. They always have the pavilion full of smiles and dancing. \nDarrell Dollar\, lead singer/songwriter\, and eldest brother plays mandolin. Next in line\, Barry Dollar plays fiddle\, banjo\, and sings lead and baritone. Youngest Wade Dollar plays guitar\, claw hammer banjo\, and dobro\, and sings tenor. Bass player and vocalist\, J.M. Trivette is from Zionville. \nWith over 25 years of Bluegrass experience\, they’ve shared the stage with such luminaries as Bill Monroe\, Jim and Jesse\, The Seldom Scene\, Doyle Lawson\, The Osborne Brothers\, and many others. They love what they do and show no sign of slowing down! \n \n\n\nFriday\, June 13 – Quinn Crowe\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nQuinn Crowe is a dynamic\, classically-trained duo with roots in jazz and country and a love for all genres of music. \nMeshing the sounds of melodic lead guitar and flavorful rhythm guitar together with powerful vocal harmonies found in traditional Appalachian Mountain music\, this duo makes any song selection\, whether it be a cover or original tune\, a true Quinn Crowe experience.  \nSaturday\, June 14 – Good Ol’ Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nThe Good Ol’ Boys\, from Morganton\, NC\, are a four-piece long time\, ol’ time music\, Orchard favorite. They are sure to have you on the dance floor! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSunday\, June 15 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nWe are so excited to welcome back Carolina Bluegrass Style for their 3rd year performing at the Orchard. If you haven’t heard them yet– wow what a treat! Their style includes standard classics like Foggy Mountain Breakdown\, Rocky Top\, Man of Constant Sorrow\, Orange Blossom Special\, Dueling Banjos\, The Ballad of Jed Clampett — and who knows\, they may even throw in some classic country. Come come take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \nFriday\, June 20 – Ferguson & Northup\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\nFerguson and Northup are an acoustic duo from the mountains of North Carolina. Andy Ferguson (Marion\, NC) is a talented singer\, songwriter\, acoustic guitarist and sound engineer. Jo Northup (Spruce Pine\, NC) is a classical flutist\, songwriter and vocalist. Their rich harmonies blend together seamlessly and their instrumentation is unusual in the folk duo world. They perform a variety of acoustic music that includes covers of folk favorites by songwriters such as John Prine\, James Taylor\, Bob Dylan and others. Andy and Jo also play traditional music that includes selections such as Danny Boy\, Wayfaring Stranger\, Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies and Shady Grove. With Andy’s background in lead guitar picking as well as formal music training\, and Jo’s years of classical training\, orchestral experience and performing with Dulcimer Dan and the Blue Skies Band\, they enjoy adding upbeat\, lightening-fast fiddle tunes that gets everyone’s feet tapping! \n \nSaturday\, June 21 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSplit Rail Bluegrass\, a band from South Carolina\, is sure to get your feet moving. They’ll bring several types of bluegrass and a selection of other music\, sure to please. Flatt and Scruggs and a little Monroe\, some gospel\, and a great mix from the 60’s through the 80’s. \n \nSunday\, June 22 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nCome and join the Rewind Goodtimz Band–an awesome mix of seasoned WNC musicians–as they return to the Orchard pavilion for more great dance-and-clap til you drop music. You won’t want to leave the dance floor! Take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \n \nFriday\, June 27 – Symbiosis\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSusan Garriques\, Carl Dipper\, and Steve Barnes have spent years performing—each as a solo artist or with various groups—but their recent collaboration as Symbiosis has created something truly special. With three guitars and three voices\, they weave together a sound greater than the sum of its parts\, blending harmony\, heart\, and musicianship in a way that wouldn’t be the same alone. \nThrough different musical journeys\, they each found their way to Yancey County\, North Carolina\, a place they now proudly call home. It was here that their paths converged\, and Symbiosis was born—quickly becoming a local favorite. \nCarl Dipper\, with his deep-rooted blues background\, brings expressive\, soul-stirring lead guitar. Steve Barnes\, a gifted songwriter\, adds his signature touch on slide guitar. Susan Garriques\, also a songwriter\, holds down rhythm guitar\, but it’s her love of singing that truly shines. \nPerforming both originals and covers spanning multiple genres and generations\, Symbiosis offers an ever-evolving mix of folk\, blues\, Americana\, bluegrass\, and even some good old rock and roll. No matter the song\, their rich harmonies and dynamic instrumentation create a sound that’s both timeless and uniquely their own. \n \nSunday\, June 29 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nA native of Western North Carolina\, Randy’s been writing and performing since his early teens. Growing up in the 60s in Bryson City\, NC\, a half-mile outside of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park provided an interesting perspective from the point of view of an honest-to-goodness country boy. His songs and stories reflect his small-town\, Appalachian roots. Randy has the unique ability to entertain any audience in any venue\, whether it be a concert of original songs or those you know and just love to dance to—it’s a good time for all. \n \nFriday\, July 4 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 5 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 6 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 11 – Steven Evans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 12 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 13 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 18 – Justin Mychals’ Cathead Biscuit Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 19 – Boone Trail Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 20 – Asheville Junction Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 25 – Kevin Dolan & Paul Koptak\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 26 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSunday\, July 27 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSaturday\, August 2 – The Dollar Brothers \, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 3 – JAM Kids with Buffalo Cove 1 PM – 1:45 PM &  then Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, August 8 – Ballad Swap Fundraiser with Sheila Kay Adams\, Donna Ray Norton and William Ritter ($10/ticket) 6 PM – 8 PM  \nSaturday\, August 9 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 10 – Rudy’s Rhythm and Revue\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 16 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 17 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 23 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 24 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 30 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 31 – TBD\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 6 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 7 – Southwind String Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 13 – Rhonda Gouge and Keepin’ Time\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 14 – Possum Creek\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 20 – The Butterbeans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 21 – Seth and Sara\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 27 – Ruglifters\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 28 – Don Pedi\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 4 – Hardy Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 5 – Southwind Strings\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 11 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 11 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 18 – Common Ground\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 19 – Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 25 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 26 – Sam McKinney and Friends\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/live-mountain-music-at-the-orchard-at-altapass/2025-07-26/
LOCATION:Orchard at Altapass\, 1025 Orchard Road\, Spruce Pine\, NC\, 28777\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Bluegrass,Early Country Music,Folk,Gospel,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Pickin' on the Square\, Franklin\, NC
DESCRIPTION:For over three decades the Town of Franklin\, NC has hosted this FREE event at the Gazebo on the Square in Downtown Franklin from mid-May through mid-October.\nPickin’ on the Square 2025 will be held the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month from May 10 to October 11\, 2025 at the Gazebo on the Square in Downtown Franklin. This year’s dates are: \n• May 10\, 2025\n• May 24\, 2025\n• June 14\, 2025\n• June 28\, 2025\n• July 12\, 2025\n• July 26\, 2025\n• August 9\, 2025\n• August 23\, 2025\n• September 13\, 2025\n• September 27\, 2025\n• October 11\, 2025 \nPickin’ on the Square begins at 6:00 p.m. (weather permitting) and features live musical entertainment each week. From bluegrass to country and oldies to rock ‘n’ roll\, bring your lawn chair for a great evening of family entertainment during Pickin’ on the Square. \nCome early and enjoy one of our great restaurants. Food vendors also available. \n* Schedule Subject to Change
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/pickin-on-the-square-franklin-nc/2025-07-26/
LOCATION:Downtown Franklin\, NC\, Main Street\, Franklin\, NC\, 28734\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Early Country Music,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Blue Ridge Music Center Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:From Memorial Day through Labor Day\, the Music Center hosts ticketed performances Saturday evenings in the amphitheater. \n2025 Concert Schedule. All Concert at 7:00 pm. \n\nMay 24: Amythyst Kiah\nMay 31: Melissa Carper\nJune 7: The Dirty Dozen Brass Band\nJune 14: Shadowgrass\nJune 21: Sierra Green & The Giants – NEW!\nJune 28: Wyatt Ellis\nJuly 5: Steep Canyon Rangers\nJuly 12: Lorena Guillén Tango Ensemble – NEW!\nJuly 19: Wonder Women of Country\nJuly 26: Jeff Little Trio – NEW!\nAugust 2: Donna the Buffalo – NEW!\nAugust 16: Sister Sadie – NEW!\nAugust 23: Paul Thorn – NEW!\nAugust 30: Del McCoury Band\n\nVisit BlueRidgeMusicCenter.com for times and ticket prices. \n 
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/blue-ridge-music-center-concert-series/2025-07-26/
LOCATION:Blue Ridge Music Center\, 700 Foothills Road\, Galax\, VA\, 27433\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Blues,Early Country Music,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Shindig on the Green ®
DESCRIPTION:2025 will be the 59th Season of Shindig On the Green!\nBring your instruments\, families\, friends\, lawn chairs and blankets and join us for good times at the Bascom Lamar Lunsford Stage. In 2025 Shindig on the Green\, which features a stage show and informal jam sessions around the park\, continues at its original location — formerly known as City County Plaza\, now transformed into the new Pack Square Park. Locals and visitors alike come together downtown “along about sundown\,” or at 7:00pm for those who wear a watch\, until 10:00p.m. Concessions are available. Come experience the beautiful music and dance traditions of Southern Appalachia on a summer evening in the mountains. \nSince 1967\, this mountain tradition features an always-enjoyable variety of performances by: \n\nLong-standing house band The Stoney Creek Boys\nBluegrass and Old-Time String Bands\nBig Circle Mountain Dancers\nClog Dancers\nSmooth Dancers\nBallad Singers\nStorytellers\n\nIn 2019\, Shindig on the Green was selected as the 2nd Place “Uniquely Asheville” award winner for Holiday Event – Summer/Fall. \nThe Folk Heritage Committee produces Shindig on the Green and its sister event\, the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival\, to support the preservation and continuation of the traditional music\, dance and storytelling heritage of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. Between 2\,000–3\,000 people attend Shindig on the Green evenings for free throughout the summer. In addition to throngs of locals\, visitors routinely travel from out of state\, across the country\, and even around the world to make their way to downtown Asheville for Shindig on the Green. \nShindig on the Green occurs thanks to the talent and generosity of its volunteer musicians and dancers who span several generations much to the delight of those in attendance. From young children perfecting their square dance steps to great-grandmothers singing ballads passed down through the years\, the region’s wealth of traditional talent takes center stage. Since the outdoor event’s inception in 1967\, hundreds of thousands of individuals from across the region and throughout the world have shared and enjoyed the rich traditional music and dance heritage of the Southern Appalachian Mountains in this outdoor setting. \n2025 Shindig Dance Team line-up To Be Announced \n\nRoger McGuire Green (downtown Asheville)\nPack Square Park\nAsheville\, NC 28801\n\n\n\nJul. 5\, 2025\nJul. 12\, 2025\nJul. 19\, 2025\nJul. 26\, 2025\nAug. 9\, 2025\nAug. 16\, 2025\nAug. 23\, 2025\n\n\nEats and Treats: Concessions are provided by Bear’s Smokehouse and the Hop Ice Cream Cafe\, and there are plenty of other establishments nearby for food and drinks. \nParking: Parking is available in marked and metered spaces throughout downtown Asheville (free after 6pm) and the city’s municipal decks (evening rates vary). Very convenient to Shindig\, Buncombe County’s Charlotte Street Parking Deck is directly across College Street from Pack Square Park and the Buncombe County Courthouse. Parking for buses is available at the Asheville Public Works Building parking lot at 161 S. Charlotte Street. This lot is vacant on Saturday nights. It is recommended that passengers unload at Pack Square Park before the bus is parked in the lot. \nDogs or Other Pets: Please leave your pets at home (unless it’s a service animal). The City of Asheville restricts pets from being present at outdoor special events. Pets\, even the best behaved ones\, are not allowed at Pack Square Park during Shindig. \nPublic Transit: There is a major transfer point on College St. for public transit. Check www.ridetheart.com for maps and schedules.. Routes WE1 and WE2 provide Saturday evening service to and from the ART Station. \nSummer Schedule: Shindig on the Green takes a break from its regular Saturday schedule on August 2nd\, when the musicians and dancers head to Shindig’s sister event\, the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival. The 98th Annual Mountain Dance and Folk Festival\, takes place nightly Thursday through Saturday\, July 31\, August 1 and 2. \nThe Folk Heritage Committee produces Shindig on the Green 2025 and the 98th annual Mountain Dance and Folk Festival with support from the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce\, City of Asheville Office of Economic Development\, and Buncombe County\, and by a number of corporate and media sponsors as well as many individuals. The Folk Heritage Info Line is (828) 258-6101 ext. 345.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/shindig-on-the-green/2025-07-26/
LOCATION:Pack Square Park\, Pack Square Park\, Asheville\, NC\, 28801\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Bluegrass,Clogging,Featured,Flatfoot,Folk,Gospel,Old-Time,Square Dancing
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SUMMARY:Live Mountain Music at the Orchard at Altapass
DESCRIPTION:LIVE MUSIC at the Orchard – preserving history\, heritage & culture\n\nThe Orchard Music Program offers live\, traditional music in support of our nonprofit mission to preserve the history\, heritage and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our hope is to educate the public about the Appalachian experience so that these important traditions may be carried forward with future generations. \nFor over a quarter-century\, the Orchard\, as a non-profit organization\, has diligently worked to “save the good stuff”—regional traditions\, culture\, and land on which all was created. \n\nJoin us in our music pavilion this season for traditional music and dancing. \nAll of our afternoon events from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM are FREE! \nFundraisers are Friday evenings from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM and are $10 per ticket. \n2025 Events\n\nSunday\, June 8 – The Dollar Brothers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \n\n\n\n\n\nThe Dollar Brothers provide a high-energy\, family-oriented bluegrass stage show — a traditional bluegrass band from Watauga and Ashe County\, NC. They always have the pavilion full of smiles and dancing. \nDarrell Dollar\, lead singer/songwriter\, and eldest brother plays mandolin. Next in line\, Barry Dollar plays fiddle\, banjo\, and sings lead and baritone. Youngest Wade Dollar plays guitar\, claw hammer banjo\, and dobro\, and sings tenor. Bass player and vocalist\, J.M. Trivette is from Zionville. \nWith over 25 years of Bluegrass experience\, they’ve shared the stage with such luminaries as Bill Monroe\, Jim and Jesse\, The Seldom Scene\, Doyle Lawson\, The Osborne Brothers\, and many others. They love what they do and show no sign of slowing down! \n \n\n\nFriday\, June 13 – Quinn Crowe\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nQuinn Crowe is a dynamic\, classically-trained duo with roots in jazz and country and a love for all genres of music. \nMeshing the sounds of melodic lead guitar and flavorful rhythm guitar together with powerful vocal harmonies found in traditional Appalachian Mountain music\, this duo makes any song selection\, whether it be a cover or original tune\, a true Quinn Crowe experience.  \nSaturday\, June 14 – Good Ol’ Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nThe Good Ol’ Boys\, from Morganton\, NC\, are a four-piece long time\, ol’ time music\, Orchard favorite. They are sure to have you on the dance floor! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSunday\, June 15 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nWe are so excited to welcome back Carolina Bluegrass Style for their 3rd year performing at the Orchard. If you haven’t heard them yet– wow what a treat! Their style includes standard classics like Foggy Mountain Breakdown\, Rocky Top\, Man of Constant Sorrow\, Orange Blossom Special\, Dueling Banjos\, The Ballad of Jed Clampett — and who knows\, they may even throw in some classic country. Come come take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \nFriday\, June 20 – Ferguson & Northup\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\nFerguson and Northup are an acoustic duo from the mountains of North Carolina. Andy Ferguson (Marion\, NC) is a talented singer\, songwriter\, acoustic guitarist and sound engineer. Jo Northup (Spruce Pine\, NC) is a classical flutist\, songwriter and vocalist. Their rich harmonies blend together seamlessly and their instrumentation is unusual in the folk duo world. They perform a variety of acoustic music that includes covers of folk favorites by songwriters such as John Prine\, James Taylor\, Bob Dylan and others. Andy and Jo also play traditional music that includes selections such as Danny Boy\, Wayfaring Stranger\, Come All Ye Fair and Tender Ladies and Shady Grove. With Andy’s background in lead guitar picking as well as formal music training\, and Jo’s years of classical training\, orchestral experience and performing with Dulcimer Dan and the Blue Skies Band\, they enjoy adding upbeat\, lightening-fast fiddle tunes that gets everyone’s feet tapping! \n \nSaturday\, June 21 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSplit Rail Bluegrass\, a band from South Carolina\, is sure to get your feet moving. They’ll bring several types of bluegrass and a selection of other music\, sure to please. Flatt and Scruggs and a little Monroe\, some gospel\, and a great mix from the 60’s through the 80’s. \n \nSunday\, June 22 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nCome and join the Rewind Goodtimz Band–an awesome mix of seasoned WNC musicians–as they return to the Orchard pavilion for more great dance-and-clap til you drop music. You won’t want to leave the dance floor! Take in some breathtaking views\, enjoy the music\, and top it off with some warm apple pie. Hope to see you there! \n \nFriday\, June 27 – Symbiosis\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nSusan Garriques\, Carl Dipper\, and Steve Barnes have spent years performing—each as a solo artist or with various groups—but their recent collaboration as Symbiosis has created something truly special. With three guitars and three voices\, they weave together a sound greater than the sum of its parts\, blending harmony\, heart\, and musicianship in a way that wouldn’t be the same alone. \nThrough different musical journeys\, they each found their way to Yancey County\, North Carolina\, a place they now proudly call home. It was here that their paths converged\, and Symbiosis was born—quickly becoming a local favorite. \nCarl Dipper\, with his deep-rooted blues background\, brings expressive\, soul-stirring lead guitar. Steve Barnes\, a gifted songwriter\, adds his signature touch on slide guitar. Susan Garriques\, also a songwriter\, holds down rhythm guitar\, but it’s her love of singing that truly shines. \nPerforming both originals and covers spanning multiple genres and generations\, Symbiosis offers an ever-evolving mix of folk\, blues\, Americana\, bluegrass\, and even some good old rock and roll. No matter the song\, their rich harmonies and dynamic instrumentation create a sound that’s both timeless and uniquely their own. \n \nSunday\, June 29 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM\nA native of Western North Carolina\, Randy’s been writing and performing since his early teens. Growing up in the 60s in Bryson City\, NC\, a half-mile outside of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park provided an interesting perspective from the point of view of an honest-to-goodness country boy. His songs and stories reflect his small-town\, Appalachian roots. Randy has the unique ability to entertain any audience in any venue\, whether it be a concert of original songs or those you know and just love to dance to—it’s a good time for all. \n \nFriday\, July 4 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 5 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 6 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 11 – Steven Evans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 12 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 13 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 18 – Justin Mychals’ Cathead Biscuit Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 19 – Boone Trail Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, July 20 – Asheville Junction Duo\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, July 25 – Kevin Dolan & Paul Koptak\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, July 26 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSunday\, July 27 – Charlie McKinney Reunion TBD \nSaturday\, August 2 – The Dollar Brothers \, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 3 – JAM Kids with Buffalo Cove 1 PM – 1:45 PM &  then Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nFriday\, August 8 – Ballad Swap Fundraiser with Sheila Kay Adams\, Donna Ray Norton and William Ritter ($10/ticket) 6 PM – 8 PM  \nSaturday\, August 9 – Rewind Goodtimz\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 10 – Rudy’s Rhythm and Revue\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 16 – Split Rail Bluegrass\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 17 – Sound Traveler\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 23 – Pigeon River Messengers\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 24 – Carolina Bluegrass Style\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, August 30 – Terry McKinney\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, August 31 – TBD\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 6 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 7 – Southwind String Band\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 13 – Rhonda Gouge and Keepin’ Time\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 14 – Possum Creek\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 20 – The Butterbeans\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 21 – Seth and Sara\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, September 27 – Ruglifters\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, September 28 – Don Pedi\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 4 – Hardy Boys\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 5 – Southwind Strings\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 11 – William Ritter\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 11 – Newfound Gap\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 18 – Common Ground\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 19 – Buffalo Cove\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSaturday\, October 25 – Randy Flack\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM \nSunday\, October 26 – Sam McKinney and Friends\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/live-mountain-music-at-the-orchard-at-altapass/2025-07-27/
LOCATION:Orchard at Altapass\, 1025 Orchard Road\, Spruce Pine\, NC\, 28777\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Bluegrass,Early Country Music,Folk,Gospel,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Luthier Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:This exhibit celebrates luthiery\, which has a long history in Appalachia. Local and regional artisans who specialize in building and repairing instruments will be featured with instruments on display throughout the month\, as well as special performances. A luthier is a skilled craftsperson who builds stringed instruments like guitars\, banjos\, and dulcimers\, which are deeply rooted in Appalachia’s traditional music.  \nHours: \nMonday-Friday 10 am-5 pm\nSaturday 10 am-4 pm
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LOCATION:Ashe County Arts Council\, 303 School Avenue\, West Jefferson\, NC\, 28694\, United States
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SUMMARY:Festival Barn Concerts
DESCRIPTION:Music and dance have been a vital part of the John C. Campbell Folk School since its founding in 1925. From weekly contra dancing to their annual Fall Festival\, the Folk School offers a wide range of events for students\, visitors\, and those who call Brasstown and the surrounding area home. \nTheir Festival Barn Concerts showcase a wonderful variety of music. These concerts happen Monday evenings\, May – September. \n2025 Concerts:\nMonday\, May 19 – Don Pedi (Festival Barn Season Kickoff)\, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM\n\nDon Pedi was born into a musical family in Chelsea\, Massachusetts. On weekends\, his grandfather\, who died before Don was born\, would close his barber shop for business\, and open his home in the back as a gathering place for family and friends to share homemade food\, fellowship and live music. Don’s grandfather played guitar\, mandolin and banjo. Don’s uncle Frank made his living singing and playing music. Another gifted singer is Don’s dad. He’ll burst into song at the drop of a hat. \nMonday\, May 26 – Aubrey Atwater & Elwood Donnely\, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nAward-winning\, internationally acclaimed duo\, Aubrey Atwater and Elwood Donnelly present delightful programs of traditional American and Celtic folk songs and percussive dance. Elwood and Aubrey blend gorgeous harmonies and play an astonishing array of instruments including guitar\, Appalachian mountain dulcimer\, mandolin\, tin whistle\, harmonica\, banjo\, limberjacks\, and other surprises including a thrilling interpretation of freestyle Appalachian clog dancing. Their performance is appealing to all ages\, and with humor\, audience participation\, and a relaxed stage presence\, Aubrey and Elwood explain song origins to give more relevance to the material. Married since 1989\, Aubrey and Elwood perform widely in the United States and abroad and their fourteen recordings receive international airplay and streaming. \nMonday\, June 2 – Banjo Legend Riley Baugus & Dinner with the Ark Food Truck                                                  Dinner: 6:15 PM\, Concert: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nRiley Baugus is an acclaimed American old-time musician\, singer\, and instrument builder from Walkertown\, North Carolina. Rooted in the Regular Baptist singing tradition and mentored by old-time legends like Tommy Jarrell\, Baugus was deeply influenced by the Round Peak style. After 18 years as a welder and blacksmith\, he pursued music full-time\, performing internationally and collaborating with artists such as Alison Krauss\, Robert Plant\, and Willie Nelson. He contributed to the Cold Mountain soundtrack\, released several solo and collaborative albums\, and teaches widely. In March of 2025\, he was inducted into the Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame. \n“Baugus’ vocals sound like they’ve been echoing through the Appalachian Mountains for about 150 years. Quintessential American old-time music”. – Billboard\, 2006 \nMonday\, June 16 – Brenna MacMillan\, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nOriginally from Winchester\, Kentucky\, Brenna MacMillan began playing banjo at the age of nine. Brenna performed frequently in the Lexington area which led to opening for J.D. Crowe and Bobby Osborne. Attending Berea College\, Brenna played with the Bluegrass Ensemble under Al White and was awarded the Red Foley Memorial Music Award in 2018. After graduating with a Chemistry degree\, concentration in Biochemistry\, Brenna moved to Nashville and started Theo & Brenna Band with her brother Theo. Their full bluegrass band toured for several years\, releasing two albums and now continue to play private gigs. Brenna plays with a variety of Nashville artists\, and can be seen making guest appearances around town and collaborating with musicians on social media. Brenna released her debut full-length solo album in 2024. \nMonday\, June 23 – Sara Grey\, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nSara Grey grew up in rural New Hampshire and lived in Scotland for forty-six years. With her powerful voice and skillful banjo accompaniment\, she has sung\, taught\, and played her way throughout North America\, Europe\, Britain\, Ireland\, and Australia. Sara has made numerous recordings in the U.S. and Britain\, starting with critically acclaimed albums for Folk Legacy in the 1970s\, and is now taken over by the Smithsonian. Having spent the past fifty years studying the migration of old\, traditional British songs and ballads across the pond to America\, she has an immense repertoire that she loves to share. \nMonday\, June 30 – Les Gustafson-Zook with special guest Sadie Gustafson-Zook\, 7:00 PM– 8:00 PM\nLes is known nationally for his expressive and energetic autoharp playing. One of the world’s leading autoharp players\, he’s performed and given autoharp workshops at festivals across the country. \nSpecial guest\, [www.sadiegustafsonzook.com] Sadie Gustafson-Zook will be joining Les during his set to add her award-winning singer-songwriter and fiddling talents to the mix! \nLes is the 2001 and 2018 International Autoharp Champion at Winfield\, Kansas and the 1989 National Autoharp Champion. He’s also the 2023 Winner of the prestigious Mountain Laurel Autoharp Championships and was inducted into the Autoharp Hall of Fame in 2014. Before moving to Indiana\, he taught autoharp for five years at Linn Benton Community College in Corvallis\, OR and helped found and lead the Willamette Valley Autoharp Gathering during it’s 20 year history. \nMonday\, July 7 – Jonah Riddle & Carolina Express\, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nFrom the hills of Western North Carolina\, two brothers set out to show the world their brand of bluegrass music\, as so many brother duets have done before them. Jonah\, age 20\, and Grayson\, age 15\, grew up playing gospel bluegrass in their church services. From the very beginning the brothers clung to the roots of the music\, something that many young pickers tend to overlook. The love for the music pushed Jonah to start his own band\, Jonah Riddle and Carolina Express. \nJonah takes care of banjo duties in the group\, playing a style that is quickly fading away in todays business. You can easily hear the Stanley\, Scruggs\, and Osborne influences in his sound\, the sounds of the pioneers! Grayson is on guitar and does all of the groups lead singing. Grayson’s style of guitar playing will take you back to the days of the great Jimmy Martin; strong\, steady rhythm\, full of all the runs that helps make bluegrass what it is! The Brothers father\, Benjie\, holds down upright bass duties for the band. \nMonday\, July 21 – Allie Jean\, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nAllie Jean Burbrink is a folk musician whose first love is singing. She plays guitar\, clawhammer banjo\, harmonica\, piano\, ukulele\, old time fiddle\, mandolin\, piano\, upright bass\, feet\, or whatever other random instruments she finds interesting. She studied banjo with David Brose during her first trip to John C Campbell in 2011. Allie is best known for her work with The Whipstitch Sallies (folk/songwriter/bluegrass – Indiana)\, Frank & Allie Lee\, and The Freight Hoppers (old time – North Carolina). Her children’s folk album\, SING & PLAY ALL DAY\, was released in 2022. Her new record\, BLOOM AGAIN\, is a collection of 20 songs and tunes highlighting the contributions of women in old time and folk music. \nIn addition to performing\, Allie is a community music educator with a passion for personalized and collaborative music instruction. She has taught individuals and groups at Blue Ridge Old Time Music Week\, IBMA\, Indiana Fiddlers’ Gathering\, Hindman Settlement School\, local libraries\, music stores\, festivals\, camps\, her home\, and the Indiana Fiddle Frolic where she serves as program director. \nMonday\, August 4 – Mick Kinney & Friends\, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nMick Kinney is a versatile musician and educator\, equally comfortable on many styles of fiddle\, country lap steel\, swing guitar\, old time banjo\, Cajun accordion\, or ragtime piano. His teaching experience includes several years at Swannanoa Gathering Old Time and Swing weeks\, a decade at Mars Hill University’s Blue Ridge Old Time and Roots of America\, Festival of American Fiddle Tunes\, Alabama Folk School\, and many other residencies. In addition to collecting and preserving Georgia traditional music he continues to record and perform with his sons as the Griddle Lickers and Hickhoppers\, and is on staff of the Frank Hamilton Folk School in his local Atlanta area. \nMonday\, August 11 – Newfound Gap\, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nNewfound Gap is a rising band of young musicians who have already garnered several national accolades for their prodigious playing of Appalachian music.  The 4-piece band consists of clawhammer banjoist and vocalist Bayla (16) fiddler Sylvie (14)\, guitarist Judah (14) and bassist/mandolinist Emme (11). \nNewfound Gap has performed at Merlefest\, The Art of Music Festival\, Woodsongs\, The Earl Scruggs Festival\, The Blue Ridge Opry\, Shakori Hills Grassroots Festival\, and FloydFest\, just to name a few.  Bayla is a ’23-’24 fellow in From the  Top’s learning and media lab\, only the second traditional musician to ever be chosen for the program\, and she is the youngest musician to be endorsed by Gold Tone Music Group. \nMonday\, August 25 – Tina & Her Pony\, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM\nIndie Appalachian Folk band Tina and Her Pony began in Asheville\, North Carolina\, USA in 2010.  Shortly thereafter\, they spent two years holed up in the high desert mountain town of Taos\, New Mexico becoming one of the iconic artist colony’s most beloved performing acts. \nIn a soundscape rich in folk and americana offerings Tina and Her Pony stands out with clarity and freshness. Harmonies\, arrangements\, lyrics and captivating vocals combine to create something greater than the sum of the pieces which\, taken individually\, are deceptively straightforward. The music chronicles complex emotional landscapes with the kind of wisdom and honesty required from roots music in its most distilled and cherished forms.  The pandemic brought much change and loss to Tina’s world\, and this is reflected in her fresh material\, a collection of songs that comprises her newest record\, “Marigolds” (2023). \nMonday\, September 8 – The Blue Ridge Rounders\, 7:00 PM– 8:00 PM\nBob and Amy Buckingham are The Blue Ridge Rounders! The Blue Ridge Rounders Upstate South Carolina are a string band that plays acoustic music including anything from high-energy dance music to blues to introspective Americana. They have been playing together since 2002. Their music reflects the history\, values and lifestyle that were so dominant in days gone by. With an edge from bluegrass and a deep respect for the musical traditions of the mountains\, the Rounders play a hard driving\, fun loving music with the depth of an ancient knowledge. \nThey are the 2006 and 2007 Mountain Music Champions and winners at the 2006 North Carolina State Fair Old Time band contest. The band plays throughout the region ranging from Virginia\, the Carolinas\, Tennessee and Georgia\, even playing as far north as Pennsylvania. They are featured at festivals and concerts through the summer months and also teach at workshops and week long music camps like Blue Ridge Music Week at Mars Hill College. \nMonday\, September 22 – The Lone Mountain Band\, 7:00 PM– 8:00 PM\nThe group has established itself as one of the top Bluegrass bands in the Tennessee Valley since it was formed in the late 90’s by former high school classmates Bobby Burns and Diana Phillips. Bobby Burns was born into a musical family. He plays many instruments\, but with the band\, he mostly plays the mandolin\, sometimes the fiddle\, or the guitar. Bobby has played in professional bands since his teenage years. He is a full-time luthier and repairman. Bobby sings lead and harmony vocals and does most of the MC work for the band. Diana Phillips was trained as a classical pianist. While in college in Virginia she was exposed to Bluegrass music and fell in love with it. After she moved back to Chattanooga\, she teamed up with Bobby Burns. Diana is also an excellent singer and songwriter. \nMonday\, September 29 – Resonant Rogues (Festival Barn Finale)\, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nThe stage belongs to Resonant Rogues from Asheville. “Sparrow and Keith share a passion for movement and sound. Both traveled extensively throughout the U.S. — Keith by hopping freight trains\, Sparrow with a circus troupe. When the two met by chance in Asheville 10 years ago\, they combined their talents\, and the band was born. While they have explored styles genres around the globe\, current influences are classic country\, Appalachian old-time\, and vintage soul. \nThe Folk School features some of the finest regional and national acts performing eclectic roots music. We’ll have standard seating available\, first come first serve. We also have a family-focused social area of picnic tables in the back. You’re welcome to bring your dinner\, card games\, carving\, sewing project\, or set up on the grass and let your kids play.\nA donation of $5-15 per adult is suggested\, but all are welcome regardless of contribution. Folk School Students and Staff are not asked to donate. Any funds raised support traditional arts and help us strive for equitable pay for performers. \n*Lineup\, schedule\, and venue are subject to change\, for the most up to date details check the schedule at www.folkschool.org… \n\nAUDIENCE Faculty & Staff\, General Public\, Student\nCOST suggested $5-15 donation\, per adult\nFOLK SCHOOL LOCATIONS Festival Barn: John C. Campbell Folk School\, 1 Folk School Rd\, Brasstown\, NC 28902
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/festival-barn-concerts/2025-07-28/
LOCATION:John C. Campbell Folk School Festival Barn\, 1 Folk School Rd\, Brasstown\, NC\, 28902\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Ballad Singing,Bluegrass,Blues,Clogging,Contra Dancing,Early Country Music,Flatfoot,Folk,Gospel,Old-Time,Roots Music
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SUMMARY:Mountain Music Old Time Jam at Trailside Brewing Company
DESCRIPTION:The French Broad Valley Music Association hosts a weekly jam every Wednesday at Trailside Brewery\, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM by the Ecusta Trail\, 873 Lennox Park Dr\, Hendersonville\, NC 28739. All are welcome to join in or to listen! \nWhile key players are intermediate to advanced musicians\, beginners are encouraged to attend and start by listening/learning then quietly playing along. More experienced players sit in the inner circle and take turns choosing fiddle tunes and songs. Guests\, families\, and children are invited to listen and are welcomed to sing along. \n  \nHosts – Carol Rifkin and John Mitchell\n6:00PM – 8:30PM\nEvery Wednesday \n\nThis event is free to join\, but tips are strongly encouraged. All donations benefit JAM kids of H Co!\n\n\n JAM kids of HCo. – find info and register on our website: \nhttps://frenchbroadvalleymusic.org/jam-kids/ \n  \n\nThe French Broad Valley Music Association is a 501c3 non-profit organization formed to celebrate local musical heritage. “Our community. Our music. Our sense of place.” About – French Broad Valley Music Association
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/mountain-music-old-time-jam-at-trailside-brewing-company/2025-07-30/
LOCATION:Trailside Brewing Company\, 873 LENNOX PARK DRIVE\, Hendersonville\, North Carolina\, 28739\, United States
CATEGORIES:Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Open Mic at the Reeves
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday evening for Open Mic at the Reeves! \nFree to perform\, free to watch.\n \n**Please note–you do NOT need to purchase tickets for Reeves Open Mic**\n\nAll ages are welcome. Please keep material family-friendly (feel free to ask our MC prior to the show if you have any questions or concerns).\n\nWe recommend signing up at 6:30 but there may be spaces available closer to or during the performance.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/wednesday-open-mic-at-the-reeves/2025-07-30/
LOCATION:Reeves Theater\, 129 W Main Street\, Elkin\, NC\, 28621\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Blues,Early Country Music,Gospel,Old-Time
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Night Bluegrass at The Ugly Dog Pub
DESCRIPTION:We have bluegrass at The Ugly Dog Pub\, 294 S. 4th St. in Highlands\, on Wednesday nights featuring Nitrograss (Charles Wood on Banjo and various well-known artists) plays two sets of bluegrass at 6:30 and 8 pm.\n\n\n\n\n\nCopy to Google Calendar
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/wednesday-night-bluegrass-at-the-ugly-dog-pub/2025-07-30/
LOCATION:The Ugly Dog Pub\, 294 South 4th Street\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Old-Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T190000
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SUMMARY:Mountain Dance and Folk Festival®
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to be part of the 98th Mountain Dance and Folk Festival®? On July 31\, August 1\, and 2\, 2025\, a different show will be presented live on stage each evening allowing you to appreciate the talent and dedication of the hundreds of musicians\, dancers\, and storytellers who are preserving the traditions of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. These traditions involve not only the hand-clapping\, toe-tapping rhythms of Bluegrass\, the style and stories of century-old ballads\, the high energy of clogging\, the elegance of Big Circle Mountain Smooth Dance\, the fun and entertainment of storytelling\, but also include an awareness of the hardships and trials that have brought us to this place and time. \nThe Mountain Dance and Folk Festival was founded by Bascom Lamar Lunsford as a means for people to share and understand the beauty and dignity of the Southern Appalachian music and dance traditions that have been handed down through generations in western North Carolina. He saw the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival grow to be the oldest gathering of its kind in the nation and it continues in this way\, a platform for the talented of the high country lying between the Great Smoky and the Blue Ridge Mountains. \nSince 1928\, the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival has served a crucial role in raising awareness and understanding of the vitality and importance of Southern Appalachian culture throughout the region\, nation and world. Bascom Lunsford’s mission was to present the finest of the Appalachian ballad singers\, string bands and square dance teams for education and entertainment. The songs and dances shared at this event echo centuries of Scottish\, English\, Irish\, Cherokee and African heritage found in the valleys and coves between the Great Smokies and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Lunsford’s was the first dubbed a folk festival\, and he later consulted with many communities across the country interested in organizing similar festivals. \nThis 98th Mountain Dance and Folk Festival® has been made possible through the generosity of our music community volunteering their time and talent to preserve and promote the Southern Appalachian music\, dance and storytelling heritage. \n2025 Program and Performers (in no particular order for each date):\nThursday\, July 31\, 2025\, 7:00 PM\n\nAppalachian Consort\nBuncombe Turnpike\nLenny Hollifield\nRichard Hurley\nNobody’s Darling String Band\nBen and Emeline Scales\nSons of Ralph\nWhitewater Bluegrass Company\nDance Teams\nBalsam Mountain Cloggers\nCole Mountain Cloggers\nHomecoming Dance Team\nGreen Valley Cloggers\nFriday\, August 1\, 2025\, 7:00 PM\nSheila Kay Adams/Donna Ray Norton\nLaura Boosinger\nBailee Brandon/Jerry Sutton\nJosh Goforth\nHightop Mountain Harmony\nBrandon Johnson\nMaggie Lauterer/Zack Allen\nTim McWilliams\nThe Peg Twisters\nBecky Stone\nStoney Creek Boys\nDance Teams\nHickory Flat Cloggers\nHickory Flat Smooth Dancers\nMountain Tradition Cloggers\nSaturday\, August 2\, 2025\, 7:00 PM \nConnie Regan-Blake\nMichael Reno Harrell\nRoger Howell\nMarlee Merritt\nNewfound Gap\nDon Pedi\nCarol Rifkin\nSourwood Ridge\nSouthern Highlanders\nStoney Creek Boys\nThe Waymasters\nWhite Rock Revival\nDance Teams\nBailey Mountain Cloggers\nBailey Mountain Smooth Dancers\nLittle River Cloggers\nLittle River Smooth Dancers\nSouthern Appalachian Cloggers\n\n5th Youth Talent Celebration/Ages 18 and under\nApplication @ folkheritage.org\nSaturday\, August 2\, 2025 2:00 PM -4:00 PM\nDirectors:            Bailee Brandon/Josh Goforth\nEmcee:                 Josh Goforth\nStage Manager:  Bailee Brandon\nAccompanist:      Marlee Merritt\nPerformers:         TBD\nDance Team:       Little River Junior Cloggers\n                               Little River Smooth Dancers\n\nTickets are available through Eventbrite at folkheritage.org and these are the ticket costs:   \n\nAdvanced Purchase through August 2\, 2025: \nAdults $20.00\, Students & Children (12 years & Under) $5.00\, 3-night package $55.00\, Group (10 or more) $15.00/person. \nAt the Door: \nAdults $25.00\, Students $10.00\, Children (6-12 years) $5.00\, 3-night package $60.00\, Group (10 or more) $20.00/person
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/mountain-dance-and-folk-festival/2025-07-31/
LOCATION:Asheville High School Auditorium\, 419 McDowell Street\, Asheville\, 28803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ballad Singing,Bluegrass,Clogging,Featured,Gospel,Old-Time,Square Dancing
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SUMMARY:Summer Concerts at the Jones House
DESCRIPTION:This popular weekly concert series showcases local and regional acts\, with some familiar favorites joined by a few fresh faces. This year’s lineup features a variety of musical genres that will appeal to all types of music fans – bluegrass\, jazz\, folk\, soul\, gospel\, and more. \nSummer concerts at the Jones House are free and open to the public. Concerts are scheduled every Friday from June through August\, starting at 5:30 p.m.\, and they are held rain or shine. \nPatrons are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets to enjoy the music from the Jones House lawn. Alcoholic beverages are permitted on the Jones House property if patrons are of legal age and bring their own beverages. No open containers are allowed beyond the Jones House property. Friendly pets are permitted on leash. Due to the crowded space on the Jones House lawn\, guests are encouraged to wear a mask when safe distancing is not an option \n2025 SUMMER CONCERT SCHEDULE \nJune 6 \n\nBeppe Gambetta\nClay Lunsford and Matthew Weaver\n\nJune 13 – High Country Jazz Fest \n\n\nHerb Stephens Quartet \n\n\nJune 19–22 – Boonerang Fest \n\n\nLineup at boonerangfest.com \n\n\nJune 27 \n\nWill Easter\nMidlife Trip\n\nJuly 4 – At 4th of July Parade \n\n\nWatauga Community Band \n\n\nJuly 11 \n\nRedbud\nSammy Osmond and the No-Hellers\n\nJuly 18 \n\nDaniel Sherrill\nThe New Quintet\n\nJuly 25 \n\nDanny Platt\nLoose Roosters\n\nAugust 1 \n\nNoan Partly\nLazybirds\n\nAugust 8 \n\nFern Hill\nPickin’ Thistles\n\nAugust 15 – Doc Watson Day (starts at 5 PM) \n\nHayley King\nTim Stafford and Thomm Jutz\nAsheville Mountain Boys\n\nAugust 22 \n\nBelleville Rendezvous\nBlue Ridge Gathering\n\nAugust 29 \n\nRick Ward\nMary Greene\nSarah Kate Morgan and Leo Shannon
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/summer-concerts-at-the-jones-house/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Jones House Cultural Center\, 604 West King Street\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bluegrass,Early Country Music,Old-Time
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250801T180000
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SUMMARY:Highlands’ Friday Night Live
DESCRIPTION:From now until September\, the vibrant tunes of live music fill the air in downtown Highlands every Friday and Saturday night. Shows on both nights are free and take place from 6:00 to 8:30 P.M. \nFriday Night Live showcases traditional mountain music and exceptional local talent on Main Street’s Town Square. The Friday night concerts are part of the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina\, an initiative of the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area Partnership and the NC Arts Council that works to sustain the rich music traditions of the region. \nThe Friday Night Live season schedule is as follows: \nJuly 4 – Diverse Groove: Special holiday Friday concert in Kelsey Hutchinson Founders Park \nJuly 11 – Nitrograss \nJuly 18 – Johnny Webb Band \nJuly 25 – ABC Combo \nAugust 1 – Ezra & Katie \nAugust 8 – McLain Family Band \nAugust 15 – Shawn Lane Trio\, featuring Lane Brothers \nAugust 22 – Spare Parts Bluegrass Band \nAugust 29 – The Foxfire Boys \nSeptember 5 – Silly Ridge \nSeptember 12 – Johnny Webb Band \nSeptember 19 – Curtis Blackwell & Dixie Bluegrass Boys \nSeptember 26 – Nitrograss
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/highlands-friday-night-live/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Town Square Highlands\, NC\, Downtown Highlands\, Highlands\, NC\, 28741\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Bluegrass,Folk
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SUMMARY:Music in the Valle
DESCRIPTION:Valle Crucis Community Park welcomes locals and visitors to the park to enjoy live music from various local and regional musicians. \nFridays from 6:00 PM to dusk\, all summer long.\nValle Crucis Community Park is next to the Mast Store Annex\, near the Original Mast General Store in the historic village of Valle Crucis. Look for the wooden bear on a tree stump at the driveway entrance & be sure to drive slowly on the gravel road. \nThe park is sustained by visitor donations\, and a $5 or $10 parking donation is graciously encouraged. \n2025 Schedule:\n\nMay 30th Will Easter\nJune 13th Sammy Osmond & the No-Hellers\nJune 27th Rakish\nJuly 18th Jeff Little Trio\nJuly 25th Drew Foust & The Wheelhouse\nAugust 1st Midlife Trip\nAugust 15th Big Daddy Love\nAugust 22nd The Burnett Sisters Band\nSeptember 5th Ballads from Deep Gap: A Tribute to Doc Watson\n\nIn 1983\, members of the Valle Crucis Community joined forces to preserve a 12-acre tract of land along the Watauga River that was slated for development as a recreational vehicle campground. Their efforts were successful\, and the Valle Crucis Community Park was born. The park’s founders held a clear vision for the land: That it should remain undeveloped\, as a recreational and gathering space for the community\, in perpetuity. \nToday Valle Crucis Community Park has grown into a 28-acre destination for High Country residents as well as visitors to the area. The park is open to the public year-round and provides space for a variety of outdoor activities.
URL:https://www.blueridgemusicnc.com/event/music-in-the-valle/2025-08-01/
LOCATION:Valle Crucis Community Park\, 2892 Broadstone Rd\, Banner Elk\, NC\, 28604\, United States
CATEGORIES:Americana,Ballad Singing,Bluegrass,Blues,Featured,Folk,Old-Time,Roots Music
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