Events for August 2, 2025 - July 11, 2025

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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 Old Time Jam at Trailside Brewing Company

Trailside Brewing Company 873 LENNOX PARK DRIVE, Hendersonville, North Carolina, United States

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! While key players are intermediate to advanced musicians, beginners are encouraged to attend and start […]

Donations accepted/tip jar proceeds fund JAM kids music education.
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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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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.

Caroline Owens & New Company: Bluegrass on the Blackwater Benefit Concert

Carolina Civic Center 315 N Chestnut St., Lumberton, NC, United States

On October 17,  Caroline Owens & New Company will perform a benefit concert, Bluegrass on the Blackwater, in the  Carolina Civic Center Historic Theatre in Lumberton, NC. The fundraiser begins at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students.  To purchase tickets, call 910-738-4339 or visit the Civic Center online. All proceeds will be donated to the […]

Ticket prices vary, see website for details.
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Weekly Jam Sessions at the Jones House

Jones House Community Center 604 West King Street, Boone, NC, United States

Every Thursday evening from 7-10 PM, join local and visiting musicians at the Jones House for an old-time jam session. Bring your banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin - or whatever old-time acoustic instrument you have - and spend a few hours playing along with fellow musicians of all skill levels and backgrounds. On warm evenings, circle […]

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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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Stecoah’s Annual Harvest Festival & Concert

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

A Celebration of Fall in the Mountains A 2-day festival celebrating all things Fall with music, food, art & crafts vendors, country fair, quilt show, artisan demonstrations and more.  FRIDAY NIGHT: Join us around the campfire with a FREE marshmallow roast while we welcome a special guest, Keawe Bone, who will kick off our festival […]

$5.00 – $12

Sonic Sunshine **Live Stream**

Virtual

Sonic Sunshine Livestream Benefit: Please join us for an uplifting show of unity and support to raise critically needed funds for hurricane relief. In support of: World Central Kitchen, Direct Relief, Brother Wolf Animal Rescue, and Feeding the Carolinas Organized and produced by: Toad the Wet Sprocket, uniphigood, LLC & friends

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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.

Mush, Music & Mutts: NC’s Official Fall Liver Mush Festival

Uptown Shelby 118 S Washington St, Shelby, United States

Mark your calendars for the 2024 Mush, Music & Mutts Festival - North Carolina’s Official Fall Liver Mush Festival on Saturday, October 19th, in beautiful Uptown Shelby! Recognized in regional and national media, including Andrew Zimmern's Bizarre Foods, this festival celebrates the unique regional delicacy and local food staple known as liver mush. Festival highlights […]

Music at the Apple Harvest Festival

Downtown Waynesville, NC 9 South Main Street, Waynesville, NC, United States

Music at this year's Apple Festival will feature Arnold Hill & Magenta Sunshine. Stick around for local vendors, dancing, and the beer garden. Community is key, and the Haywood Chamber of Commerce has decided to proceed with the event after Hurricane Helene to bring it together.