Events for May 21, 2023 - October 12, 2023

Concerts at The Arts Place of Stokes

The Arts Place of Stokes 502 North Main Street, Danbury, NC, United States

"Come Hear North Carolina” at The Arts Place this 2019 as we celebrate the “Year of Music”. Upcoming Concerts & Events Include: June 21 - Chatham Rabbits (4:00pm, Tickets are $20 General Admission, $15 SCAC Members & Seniors 65+, $7 ages 18 and under. ). With fresh chemistry and the charming appeal of young-old souls, Chatham Rabbits Sarah Osborne […]

Prices vary pending artists.

Blackberry Jam Singer Songwriter Competition

Downtown Lenoir, North Carolina Main Street & West Avenue, Lenoir, NC, United States

The "Blackberry Jam" Singer-Songwriter Competition will take place on Friday, July 12th as part of the 18th Annual North Carolina Blackberry Festival. The "Blackberry Jam" is a family-friendly live music event, featuring 10 local and regional acts competing for cash prizes and the opportunity to perform their music on Saturday, July 13th on the Downtown Mainstreet Stage. Those interested in […]

The CommUnity Square Dance

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

Caller Doug Singleton will teach and call all dances to live old-time music. No admission charge, but donations accepted. Everyone is welcome; no partner or fancy outfit required. No admission charge, but donations accepted.  

Donations help support future dances. Thank you.

Edith’s Barn Music Festival

Whippoorwill Academy and the Tom Dooley Museum 11929 NC 268, Ferguson, NC, United States

Join us for a fantastic day of music featuring some of the area’s most talented musicians. Proceeds go to building the barn that Edith Marie Carter envisioned as the completing piece of Whippoorwill Village. The late educator, artist and community leader, Edith Carter founded Whippoorwill Academy and Village. Her final request before she passed away five […]

Mount Airy Old-Time Retreat (February)

Andy Griffith Playhouse 218 Rockford Street, Mount Airy, NC, United States

The Surry Arts Council welcomes everyone interested in making time for old-time in Mount Airy during the Tommy Jarrell Festival. We celebrate the rich contribution of old-time music and dance, past and present. Learn from some of the most esteemed and respected musicians in the field through classes, presentations, workshops, and performances. The 2020 retreat […]

$225.00

Recurring

This Old Porch™

WNCW - Listener Powered Radio 286 I C C Loop Road, Spindale, NC, United States

This Old Porch is a show of traditional and regional mountain music, songs and ballads, contemporary old time, dance tunes and more. Folklorist John Fowler and award winning musician Carol Rifkin host this show that keeps the music of the mountains alive.

Recurring

Close to Home Radio Broadcast

Blue Ridge Public Radio 73 Broadway, Asheville, NC, United States

Traditional, old-time and classic folk music with Don Pedi. Since 1985 local dulcimer player Don Pedi has served as an on air host at WCQS. Close to Home features traditional, old-Time, and classic folk music. Don Pedi's music sounds with a clear melody and a pureness of spirit. It surpasses the boundaries of musical style, […]

Recurring

Southern Songs and Stories Podcast

WNCW - Listener Powered Radio 286 I C C Loop Road, Spindale, NC, United States

Southern Songs and Stories, hosted by Joe Kendrick, is a documentary series about the music of the South and the artists who make it. Hear their performances and discover the stories behind their songs with a look at their lives on stage, in the studio and at home as well as the family, friends, fans […]

Music on the Green

Museum of Ashe County History 301 East Main Street, Jefferson, NC, United States

Music on the Green is hosted by the Museum of Ashe County History and concerts are held on the Museum Green beside the old courthouse. 2020 Upcoming Concers include: May 24 – The Hardin Brothers with Steve Lewis and Josh Scott July 5 - Wayne Henderson, Herb Key, and Aubrianna Lovell and friends  September 6 - White Top Mountain […]

Recurring

Live Music Nightly at Woodlands Barbeque

Woodlands Barbeque Restaurant & Catering 8304 Valley Boulevard, Blowing Rock, NC, United States

Dine and listen to live music starting at 6:00 pm nightly. Artist aschedule of artists include some of the best local musicians.  The menu offers North Carolina Barbeque in Blowing Rock NC since 1977. Come in and try some BBQ, Chicken, Ribs, Pork, Burgers, Mexican Food, and a full bar. Musicians schedule: Mondays - TBD […]

Order from the menu and enjoy great music.

Old-Time Jam at The Earle Theatre

The Earle Theatre 142 North Main Street, Mount Airy, NC, United States

Every Tuesday night the Surry Arts Council hosts an Old-Time jam session at the Historic Earle Theatre.  Local bands and individual musicians take turns playing, singing, and backing up others.  Many come to sit in the auditorium and listen and tap their toes – or dance!

Tom Dooley & Southern Culture Day

Whippoorwill Academy and the Tom Dooley Museum 11929 NC 268, Ferguson, NC, United States

Tom Dula from “Hang Down your Head Tom Dooley” fame lived in the village of Ferguson, N.C during the 1800’s until he was hanged for the murder of Laura Foster. Tom Dooley Day is an annual celebration of the mid-nineteenth century culture and lifestyle of the Yadkin River Valley with period crafts people demonstrating their skills. […]

$5