Events for October 14, 2026 - July 12, 2023

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Global Roots of Appalachian Mountain Dance

Plemmons Student Union at Appalachian State University 263 Locust Street, Boone, NC, United States

The Center for Appalachian Studies is excited to present a three day symposium, The Global Roots of Appalachian Mountain Dance, March 31-April 2, 2022, which is a free to attend […]

Concerts at Burnsville Town Center

Burnsville Town Center 6 South Main Street, Burnsville, NC, United States

The Burnsville Town Center hosts award-winning bluegrass concerts in the Legacy Room. The 3,000 square foot space features an elevated stage, handsome interior design, and plenty of extras to customize […]

$10.00 – $20.00

Jake Blount and Nic Gareiss in Concert

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

The Jake Blount and Nic Gareiss concert on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 7:00 pm, is hosted in the Moore Auditorium on the campus of Mars Hill University. Jake Blount […]

$10.00 – $25.00

Concerts at The Gem

Boojum Brewery Taproom 50 North Main Street, Waynesville, NC, United States

Located right below our taproom with access from both Main St. and Wall St., the Gem features Boojum beer, wine, & a full liquor bar, lots of space for hanging […]

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John McCutcheon & Friends Livestream Concert

Online Event

Madison County Arts Council had fun with a livestream from John McCutcheon last year, so we are pleased to be presenting this new version from John and his friends. This […]

$20.00
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Red White & Bluegrass Jam

Blowing Rock American Legion Hall 333 Wallingford Road, Blowing Rock, NC, United States

For the best Ole-Time, Bluegrass, Folk & Gospel come and bring your instrument and join right in. Doors open at 6:00 pm, music begins at 7:00 pm. See you there!

$5.00 – $20.00

Quay Smathers Memorial Singing School

Shook-Smathers House 178 Morgan Street, Clyde, NC, United States

Enjoy a day immersed in beautiful harmony, great company and a homemade Dinner on the Grounds -- bring a dish to share. Quay Smathers (1913-1997), singing master and recipient of the prestigious North […]

Visit website to register early strongly suggested. limited availability.
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Elkin Farmer’s Market Saturday Music

Elkin Farmer’s Market 226 N Bridge Street, Elkin, NC, United States

Enjoy live, traditional music every Saturday morning at Elkin’s Farmers Market. Bluegrass, blues and country-themed music as well as instrumental music using fiddles, harps, guitars, and even flutes are featured […]

Fairview Fiddle Fest

Turgua Brewing Co. 3131 Cane Creek Road, Fairview, NC, United States

Join us for a celebration of music and community on Saturday, April 23rd at Turgua’s Fairview Fiddle Fest! We will have a youth fiddle showcase, performances by the Warren Wilson […]

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 […]

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 […]

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