Events for April 8, 2026 - January 10

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Zuma Coffee Bluegrass Jam Session

Zuma Coffee 7 North Main Street, Marshall, NC, United States

Every third Thursday evening of the month, Zuma Coffee becomes a crowded bluegrass and old-time music venue. Those who want to get a seat inside the place should arrive a good bit earlier than the 7 p.m. start time. The eager-to-play musicians often get going before seven, and the gathering crowd grows large as a […]

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Thursday Open Mic

Muddy Creek Cafe & Music Hall Sparta 60 South Main St., Sparta, NC, United States

Open Mic Night at Muddy Creek Cafe is quickly becoming it's own musical scene. The greater Sparta area musicians have embraced this weekly event, as have the music lovers! Come out and be a part of this weekly musical spectacle! All ages welcome.   Every Thursday night at 7:00 pm!          

Come early and enjoy a great meal.
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Music at The Depot in Marshall

The Depot in Marshall 282 South Main Street, Marshall, NC, United States

Discover and enjoy the vibrant local music scene of Madison County. The Marshall Depot has three events each week. Live shows every Friday night starting at 6:30 pm.  Three local bands perform one-hour sets. Dancing, cake walks, 50-50 tickets, refreshments for sale, and an opportunity to fellowship with our community.  No admission fee. Every Monday […]

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Junior Appalachian Musicians (Music Classes)

JAM is an after-school program for children in grades 4 – 8 and beyond that introduces music through small group instruction on instruments common to the Appalachian region, such as fiddle, banjo and guitar. Each JAM program is individually operated and funded. In JAM, instrument instruction is often augmented by dance and vocal instruction as […]

Visit website for details and scholarship.

Square Dance at MHU

The Loft at Mars Hill University 54 College St, Mars Hill, NC, United States

Join us for a square dance in MHU’s Loft with caller Rodney Sutton! No experience necessary – first-timers are welcome. Music provided by the French Broadcasters. Brought to you by the Ramsey Center for Appalachian Studies and the Office of Campus Engagement and Leadership. This event is free and open to the public.

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Music at The Depot in Marshall

The Depot in Marshall 282 South Main Street, Marshall, NC, United States

Discover and enjoy the vibrant local music scene of Madison County. The Marshall Depot has three events each week. Live shows every Friday night starting at 6:30 pm.  Three local bands perform one-hour sets. Dancing, cake walks, 50-50 tickets, refreshments for sale, and an opportunity to fellowship with our community.  No admission fee. Every Monday […]

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Junior Appalachian Musicians (Music Classes)

JAM is an after-school program for children in grades 4 – 8 and beyond that introduces music through small group instruction on instruments common to the Appalachian region, such as fiddle, banjo and guitar. Each JAM program is individually operated and funded. In JAM, instrument instruction is often augmented by dance and vocal instruction as […]

Visit website for details and scholarship.
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Blue Ridge Music Trails Spring Concert Series

Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center 195 Hemphill Knob Road, Asheville, NC, United States

The Blue Ridge Music Trails Spring Concert Series brings a fresh perspective on traditional music to the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center in Asheville. In partnership with the Blue Ridge Music Center, and with funding from South Arts and the North Carolina Arts Council, we are working to update our Traditional Artist Directory with some […]

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Junior Appalachian Musicians (Music Classes)

JAM is an after-school program for children in grades 4 – 8 and beyond that introduces music through small group instruction on instruments common to the Appalachian region, such as fiddle, banjo and guitar. Each JAM program is individually operated and funded. In JAM, instrument instruction is often augmented by dance and vocal instruction as […]

Visit website for details and scholarship.
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Sunday Afternoon Jam at the Mountain Gateway Museum

Mountain Gateway Museum 24 Water Street, Old Fort, NC, United States

Visitors can play, sing along, or just listen to Possum Creek on most Sundays, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm at the Mountain Gateway Museum. A core group of musicians meets for an informal jam on the porch of the main building where visitors are welcome to join the jam. On cooler, wetter days the jam […]

Donations support the preservation of the Museum.
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Junior Appalachian Musicians (Music Classes)

JAM is an after-school program for children in grades 4 – 8 and beyond that introduces music through small group instruction on instruments common to the Appalachian region, such as fiddle, banjo and guitar. Each JAM program is individually operated and funded. In JAM, instrument instruction is often augmented by dance and vocal instruction as […]

Visit website for details and scholarship.
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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 […]