Events for December 18, 2025 - December 29, 2025

Banjo Expo 2020

YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly 84 Blue Ridge Circle, Black Mountain, NC, United States

Banjo Expo 2020 has been postponed. Please check back for future dates. The conference will focus on subjects of interest to banjo builders, historians, collectors, players and lovers of the banjo. We are planning seminars, lectures and panel discussions on banjo design, construction, materials, history, playing styles and the state of the banjo and industry. […]

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An Appalachian Christmas Card Virtual Concert

Joe Shannon's Mountain Home Music has gone virtual with the 2020 Christmas Concert. You can expect to view videos of Christmas, wintertime and holiday music from folks like The Burnett Sisters, David Johnson, Cecil Gurganus and Mary Greene, Joe Newberry,  JAM kids – The Blue Ridge Bean Stringers, Strictly Clean and Decent, Steve and Ruth […]

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A Swannanoa Solstice

The Wortham Center for the Performing Arts 18 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

In 2020, A Swannanoa Solstice celebrates 18 years of delighting Western North Carolina audiences with a world-class display of folk, ushering in the winter season and drawing in more fans each and every year. A beloved local holiday tradition, A Swannanoa Solstice welcomes renowned multi-instrumentalist Robin Bullock and Grammy-winner David Holt to the stage, along […]

Free – $45.00
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Sunday Bluegrass Gospel Music Hour Streaming on WOLE

Rockingham County Radio 432 Station Road, Mayodan, NC, United States

Bluegrass Gospel presented in twice each Sunday. Tune in and enjoy the stream. 5:00 - 6:00 am - Bluegrass Gospel Hour – John Sentell shares the message of Jesus Christ through bluegrass music   4:00 - 5:00 pm - Bluegrass Gospel Hour – John Sentell shares the message of Jesus Christ through bluegrass music

Concerts at Highland Brewing Company

Highland Brewing Company 12 Old Charlotte Highway, Suite H, Asheville, NC, United States

Highland Brewing Company has brewed the highest quality craft beer since 1994. The Highland Brewing site includes a brewery, taproom, special event space, concert stages and relaxing outdoor space. The brewery hosts a variety of concers and events througout the year. Please visiting the website for a calendar of events.

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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 […]

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Concerts at The Orange Peel

The Orange Peel Social Aid & Pleasure Club 101 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC, United States

The Orange Peel Social Aid & Pleasure Club is one of the Southeast’s preeminent concert venues. The club features state-of-the-art sound and lighting equipment rarely found in a club of its size. The smoke-free facility has a beautiful interior, creating a fabulous setting for enjoying the premier musicians who perform here. Upcoming Bluegrass and Old-Time […]

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Virtual Workshops by PineCone

During the COVID-19 pandemic, PineCone is experimenting with online workshops. Sign up for our e-mail list or follow us on social media for updates as these programs are announced! Livestream tickets will only be available online at pinecone.org or via PineCone's box office (919-664-8333). Upcoming Virtual Workshops include: Wednesday April 21, 7:00 pm - Practical Music […]

VanHoy Farms Revival Music Series

VanHoy Farms Family Campground 742 Jericho Road, Harmony, NC, United States

Join the Infamous Stringdusters for an incredible weekend of music along with Special Guests Sierra Hull and Justin Moses and The Travelin’ McCourys.  Hosted at VanHoy Farms, the home of the historic Old Time Fiddler's Convention the music series is presented with socially distant protocols will be in place to ensure everyone stays safe and has […]

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Balsam Range Live in Concert

Balsam Range live in concert in Western North Carlina. April 25 at 5:00 pm - Balsam Range live at the Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre. Tickets $25.00 - $60.00 with upgrade options for Pods of 4 people seated in the terrace, floor or VIP sections. The Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre is located at 100 Gay St. Asheville, NC 28801 […]

Prices vary per concert. Visit website for details.

Keeper of the Flame Free Concert

Nina Simone Plaza 54 Trade Street, Tryon, NC, United States

Keeper of the Flame is a free concert celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the Nina Simone Sculpture and the completion of the Nina Simone Plaza. Featured bands include The Firecracker Jazz band and Daryl Ryce. This is a free event and you should bring a chair, a cooler, and a friend. Keeper of the Flame […]

David Holt’s State of Music – Season 5 on PBS NC

In the fifth season of the PBS series David Holt’s State of Music, host David Holt shares tunes and stories with outstanding performers of American folk, bluegrass, and country music. The season comprises six 30-minute episodesand will be fed via satellite to PBS member stations beginning May 1. Check local listings for air dates. Filmed […]