Events for October 12 - March 5, 2025

Concerts at the The Don Gibson Theatre

Don Gibson Theatre 318 South Washington Street, Shelby, NC, United States

Concerts at the The Don Gibson Theatre is a 400 seat venue and  intimate concert hallfeaturing best in nationally known acts, musicians who’ve graced magazine covers, who’ve earned Grammy Awards and Gold Albums and “Best of the Year” Awards… people whose CD’s (and albums) you may already have in your collection. We’ll also very carefully […]

Prices vary per concert.

Fiddlin’ 5K “Walk/Run for the Arts” Road Race

Mars Hill University 100 Athletic Street, Mars Hill, NC, United States

Like to run to music? Try running to LIVE music! The Fiddlin' 5K will include a beautiful run through Mars Hill University's scenic campus, winding through surrounding country roads of rural Madison County. With several steep climbs and rolling hills, this course will give the seasoned runner a nice challenge , while still allowing less […]

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Jam Sessions at the T. M. Rickman General Store

T. M. Rickman General Store 251 Cowee Creek Road, Franklin, NC, United States

The Friends of Rickman's Store host an open bluegrass and old-time jam session every Saturday afternoon from late spring until December. Newcomers are welcome to play; the jam level is intermediate. Rickman's Store was built in 1895 and is located in Cowee-West's Mill National Historic District (designated in 2001). The old store displays vintage store […]

The event is free, but a donation is suggested.
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And the Beat Goes On Music Series

Muddy Creek Café 60 South Main Street, Sparta, NC, United States

And the Beat Goes On is a monthly music meries that showcases the art of songwriting by featuring known and less familiar singer/songwriters who demonstrate the unique emotional power of song. 2022 Singer/Songwriters May 7 - Chad Elliot (Blues), 8:00 pm, $25.00. Midwest singer-songwriter Chad Elliott blends folk roots, swampy blues and soulful writing to […]

$25.00
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Concerts at Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC, United States

Concerts at Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts hosts a wide varriety of plays concerts and community events throughout the year. Upcoming traditiona moutain music events include: May 13 - An Evening With Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives, 7:30 pm, $29.00, $34.00, $39.00 (VIP Package also available). With legends like George Jones, Johnny Cash […]

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Micaville Music Concert Series

One of a Kind Art Gallery 573 Micaville Loop, Burnsville, NC, United States

The Micaville Music Thursday Concert Series showcases local and traveling musicians in a listening room atmosphere. The series starts in early Spring and continues every Thursday until Labor Day. Micaville Music is proud to be a part of the Blue Ridge Music Trails of North Carolina. 2022 Musicians: May 26: 9th Annual BobFest (celebrating the […]

$5.00
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Fridays in the Park Concert Series

Ashe County Park 527 Ashe Park Road, Jefferson, NC, United States

Concerts are free hosted the third Friday of each month, May - August and free to the public. Registration required with safety guidelines in place. Please visit the website in advance to register. Attendance will be limited to 300 Individuals, pairs and groups will be asked to social distance in designated spots.  There will be […]

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Historic Cowee School Concert Series

Historic Cowee School 51 Cowee School Road, Franklin, NC, United States

Get ready for a great season of music during Historic Cowee School's Concert Series. May 21 - Mountain Heart, 5:00 pm, $20.00/Adult, $10.00/Child. June 18 - Slocan Ramblers, 5:00 pm, $15.00/Adult, $7.50/Child.  July 16 - Chatham Rabbits, 5:00 pm, $15.00/Adult, $7.50/Child. September 17 - The Border Collies, 5:00 pm, $5.00/Adult, Children Free. October 15 - Unspoken […]

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BackStreet Park Summer Concerts

Downtown West Jefferson, NC 2nd Avenue, West Jefferson, NC, United States

Free summer concert series held every Friday evenings June through - Labor Day weekend. Bring your chair, blanket or picnic and enjoy the sounds of traditional, old time, and bluegrass music for all generations to enjoy. Backstreet Park Concert Series 2022: May 27 - Crooked Road Ramblers June 3 - Wayne Henderson Band June 17 - Steve […]

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Pickin’ on the Square, Franklin, NC

Downtown Franklin, NC Main Street, Franklin, NC, United States

Come to Downtown Franklin to enjoy an evening of FREE entertainment at the Gazebo on the Square. Each Saturday night from Memorial Day weekend though October, you'll enjoy a variety of entertainment (weather permitting). Be sure to bring your lawn chair. Come early and enjoy one of our great restaurants. Food vendors also available. Pickin' […]

Carl Sandburg Music Festival

Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site 81 Carl Sandburg Lane, Flat Rock, NC, United States

This music festival celebrates American music as Carl Sandburg recorded it in his book, “The American Songbag.” Compiling and publishing the American Songbag was one of the most difficult projects Sandburg took on during his life. It is a collection of 280 songs, songs of the country, the prairie, war, jail, cities, love, death, and […]

PlottFest Reunion Weekend

Meadowlark Smoky Mountain Heritage Center 2878 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC, United States

Enjoy a eekend of heritage themed activities pertaining to the Plott hound, the State dog of N.C, and plans to get Plott hound festival started again in Maggie valley. We’re excited to share more details about our PlottFest event on June 3rd-5th! The event will feature the following and more… Officially sanctioned UKC Bench Show competition […]

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