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Sip and stroll through the Arboretum’s gardens in the glow of the golden hour, all while listening to live music from a variety of local and regional artists! ArborEvenings runs Thursdays and most Fridays through September from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.
There is no additional cost to attend ArborEvenings beyond our standard parking fee. As always, Arboretum Society members and their accompanying guests can enter for FREE (guests must be in member vehicles to receive free entry). Proceeds from ArborEvenings help support the The North Carolina Arboretum Society and further advance the Arboretum’s mission.
Musician Schedule and Event Information: here!
Flamenco Latin funk fusion originals and covers w/ Whitney Moore, Juan Benavides, JP Furnas On bass, Ben Colvin on sax & Micah Thomas on drums.
It’s open to the public and FREE!!
Free Dead Friday is Asheville’s longest running Grateful Dead event, hosted by Brightsome Color (made of all local musicians!). Cover: $5 Suggested Donation (goes 100% to musicians)!
Bluegrass banjo player Jeremy Rilko leads an ensemble of other local favorites for a night of classic bluegrass sounds in the 12 Bones taproom.
Early jazz / swing / blues / bluegrass / old-time / Americana band out of Asheville,NC
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Damon Fowler is an American electric blues and blues rock singer, guitarist, and songwriter. Allmusic noted that “his sound is blues based, but there are hints of country, swamp rock, R&B, and swing in his playing and song writing.”
classic 60’s and 70’s rock
rock, blues, honky-tonk, and funk
Free Show
FYFP’s Benefit is Friday! Come out and have a blast for a good cause! Community food share benefit.
Brody Hunt & The Handfuls, Clair Whall, Rocket Montana, Jojo Lattanzio……Raffles…..$10 Suggested Donation
Hendrix tribute
Acoustic Rock trio
The Shed Bugs – Asheville based jam band – playing blues, funk and psychedelic rock!
Folk
With a powerful voice and dynamic stage presence, Ali Randolph is sure to captivate the audience with a blend of country and rock. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable performance!
Rap, R&B, and Artistry
$10
Americana, Rock, Classic Rock & Blues.
Casa Soul presents Noche Cubana
Come feed your belly and your soul at El Patio at Guajiro as we kick off a fabulous weekend! Grab some yummy cuban food and dance to some delicious latin beats – (salsa, casino, bachata and more will be played). This event is free…and donations are accepted.
Appalachian Fusion born in Cincinnati, based in Asheville.
A born entertainer and a multi instrumentalist, Will Hartz has been putting on a show for all to see before he could speak. With Appalachian soul pouring through his fingertips, Will is best known for his ability to grab the attention of any and all audiences with his refined stylistic performances. Raised in a rural farming town south of Asheville, you can almost hear the mountain thunder and sweet streams rolling through his southern drawl.
Indoors, our cozy tasting room features stunning murals and preserved moss walls, private gathering areas, and a comfortable lounge banquette. Our outdoor deck and beer garden are filled with native plants and provide ample, shaded seating. Food Partner in Residence: Mission Pizza – Pizza, salads, and other Italian-inspired dishes by James Beard-nominated Chef Peyton Smith and his team (of Mission Pizza in Winston-Salem). terranovabeer.co
ADVANCED: $10.00
DAY OF: $12.00
$8.00/ 2 for $15.00 cover
old school honky tonk and western swing
$10
Iggy Radio plays starting at 8 pm! Travel through time from the ’60s to ’90s through Iggy Radio’s rock, pop, and jazz show!
Welcome Joey and Brandon from Blaze The City! Enjoy some kickin live music and great food and forget all your worries.
A holiday weekend rocker at Sly Grog
$10 cover / Doors at 8pm
A night of soul with 2 bands plus Woody Wood!!
$10 ADV: $13DOS
$15.99 adv
ADVANCED: $25.00
DAY OF: $30.00
Doors 8 PM // Show 9 PM
$10
Great punk/experimental line-up from baddies Acid Jo, Bad Ties and Break Up Club!
$10
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Jesse Harman & the Jugs is an electrified conglomeration of epic proportions that draws from old school honky-tonk, swing, rock ’n roll & bluegrass. The band features some of the finest pickers from the Asheville area and is fronted by the multi-faceted local favorite Jesse Harman.
Blues To Make You Feel Good • $10 COVER AT DOOR
Bringing the soul from Greensboro, North Carolina, Ranford Almond is a young singer/songwriter and troubadour that has begun to make his mark across the Southeast. Raspy fresh vocals meet the Appalachian strings of Ranford’s acoustic guitar, reminiscent of John Prine, and Towns Van Zandt with his own unique stamp. Furthermore, his talent extends far beyond composition and strumming, as he is a warrior on the electric as well.
$10 cover
The West Asheville taproom hosts a wide variety of special and regular events, from yoga to an electronic music & beer festival, and everything in between. Check out our upcoming schedule: click here
Eric Plotkin & Eric Swanson
Vaudeville from the hills, Swing Jazz from Alcatraz, with Rag-a-billy to Rock-you-Silly vibes.
$10 cover
Come get down and sing karaoke with your host KJ Kyle!
Ashes & Arrows will perform LIVE on the Indoor Stage at Salvage Station on Saturday, July 6th, 2024 with Mama & The Ruckus opening the show! Doors open @ 7 PM and the music starts @ 8 PM. This is a General Admission show with FREE ON-SITE PARKING! Root Down will be serving their delicious twist on Southern Soul Food PLUS we will have our FULL bar open for you to enjoy!
$20 ADV / $25 DOS Event Details and Tickets
Ashes & Arrows captivate audiences around the country with their strong vocals, thoughtful
lyrics, and on-stage charisma. While stuck at individual musical crossroads, Ciaran, Jonathan, and Ben met at an open mic in downtown Asheville in 2021 and immediately regained their joy and inspiration to write and perform music now as a band. Ashes & Arrows write their songs in an authentically original form, whilst bringing a mesmerizing flare with strong 3-part harmonies. This trio recently appeared on America’s Got Talent!
Local Favorite Blues/Rock Band, Mama and the Ruckus is led by the powerful vocalist and lyricist, Melissa McKinney. Joining Melissa are Patrick French and Owen Myers on guitar, Matt Guard on keys, Michael Dunham on bass, Hinton Edgerton on drums, and Rob French on harmonica. Together, they bring a raw and uplifting sound, while throwing down a Ruckus that will shine up your soul if you need it.
From hosting nationally-touring headliners to up-and-coming acts on indoor and outdoor stages, Salvage Station is consistently voted Asheville’s BEST live music venue. For those looking for an authentic Asheville experience that includes incredible live music, an extensive local & regional tap selection, plus a full bar and award winning food trucks, Salvage Station is a MUST DO! Check out our upcoming schedule! click here
Join us for a Mountain of Blues in the Little Town that Rocks. A three day music Festival in downtown Black Mountain.
This inaugural event features 46 acts, a specially curated line up with hundreds of True Blue musicians who will be playing at various venues across downtown Black Mountain.
Immerse in Blues music over 3 days, shop at local businesses and at our vendor village and enjoy refreshments from downtown restaurants, breweries, food trucks and refreshment stands.
You are invited to be a part of this Inaugural event- come be a part of history in the making as we honor the musical contributions and cultural narrative of the Blues.
Choose from either the VIP Access Pass (limited time offer), 3-Day Pass (Adult or Youth), Individual Day Pass or Multi-Ticket Pack Deal. Event Details and Tickets
Join us this Saturday for an indoor artisan festival at The Mule on Sweeten Creek Rd! Local artisans, live music with Frances Eliza from 3-5, craft cocktails, food truck.
Time: 12-5
Partnered Nonprofit, The SPARC Foundation
Hailing from the scenic hills of East Tennessee, Justin Mychals is a true Appalachian songwriter whose music echoes the stories, folklore, and spirit of the mountains he calls home. Backing Justin Mychals is the incredible ensemble known as The Cathead Biscuit Boys. With a lineup that perfectly complements Justin’s unique sound, they bring an unmatched energy to the stage! With a mix of heartfelt melodies and foot-stomping rhythms they create a musical experience that’s authentic, heartfelt, and impossible to resist.
The Asheville-based, Robert Thomas Band is a tightly knit, multi-genre, keyboard/guitar-infused ensemble, weaving a musical tapestry of jazz, prog rock, Celtic, and New Age styles, inspired by the music of Steely Dan, Pat Metheny Group, and Kansas.
Country Rap Festival Ever Featuring Headliners: July 4th – Outlaw Nation, July 5th – Upchurch, and July 6th – Adam Calhoun and Demun Jones.
PLUS multiple Special Guests Daily including Jesse Howard, NuBreed, Hitman, Ya Boi Dirty, Sarah Ross, Dakota Moss, Kentucky Music Mafia, Jon Cox Band, Bubba Sparxxx, Ricky Gunter, Who TF is Justin Time?, Big Murph, Kingery, Kelsey Lynn, Lord Lhus, Stormie Leigh, Dusty Leigh, Broadnax, Hard Target, Moccasin Creek, Kori Spires, 6B.Low, Kendall Tucker, Shelby Kay, Kayla McKinney, and Grandaddy Lo.
Weekend Passes (Good For All 3 Days!) on Sale for $199 (+taxes/fees)
Single Day Passes Available for $79/day (+taxes/fees)
from $20 +
Another fabulous line up for The Invitational Blues Showcase hosted by Peggy Ratusz & Daddy LongLegs Blues & Dance Band!
The heat is on this summer and the Invitational Blues Showcase will be on fire again this month. Peggy’s guests on Saturday, July 6th are none other than the mind-blowing Soul Singer, Blake Ellege and Asheville’s Seductive Saxophonist, Linda Shew Wolf.
$8 cover
The Shed Bugs – Asheville based jam band – playing blues, funk and psychedelic rock!
ADVANCED: $12.00
DAY OF: $15.00
One Man Band
Blues, Rock, Folk
Jim Swayzee is a folk/blues/rock singer, guitarist, songwriter, and performing artist based in Asheville, NC.
Join us at the taproom on July 6th from 6-9 pm for live music with Ryan Taylor Price!
With an extensive selection of Beer, Cider, Seltzer, & Hard Sweet Tea on Tap, our Mills River location also offers a full liquor bar, cocktail list, wines and non-alcoholic options plus a full kitchen! See what’s on tap and more at amb.beer/mills-river
Funky, poppy, folky & rocky
new and old classics
indie pop duo
Looped artistry with Rachel Waterhouse
original rock
Gypsy Jazz!!
To dine on the estate, guests must have a daytime ticket, a Biltmore Annual Pass, or stay at one of the estate’s splendid overnight properties.
DR. BACON is a 6 Piece touring Appalachian Funk, Grass and Rock & Roll band. Blending incredibly diverse instrumentation with broad, deep musical influences, allows the band to perform a plethora of widely accessible, danceable music.
ADVANCED: $17.00
DAY OF: $20.00
classic honky tonk country music
$7.00 at the door
🎼Tonight’s gonna be 🔥🔥🔥 Drew Heller & Justin Perkins of Toubab Krewe taking the stage at 8🎶
#livemusic #nocover #divebar #drinklocal
$10 cover
jazz, soul, blues, and rock
Doors at 7pm. Music at 8
$$
ADVANCED: $15.00
DAY OF: $18.00
Flashback Fringe is a new Asheville, NC based Psychedelic Rock Era (1967 – 1971) tribute band created to deliver energetic, true to the sound and spirit musical performances. With a growing catalog of songs ranging from The Byrds to Cream to The Moody Blues to The Doors, Flashback Fringe will take your audiences back to the era that contributed incredible songs to music history.
Shiloh & Gaines – Your neighborhood bar……no matter where you live.
Coffee ~ Spirits ~ Pool ~ Darts ~ Live Music ~ Dog Friendly ~ Karaoke ~ Find our music schedule and more at shilohandgaines.com
ADV $15/ DOS $17 // 21+
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$10
Doors: 8pm // Show Starts: 9pm
$10
Jazz, Groove Organ Trio with Thommy Knoles 🎹, Aaron Lebos 🎸& Ben Bjorlie 🥁
No Cover
Suggested $5-$10 Donation
Come get down and sing karaoke with your host KJ Kyle!
DAY OF: $12.00
ADVANCED: $10.00
7/28 – Brett Winning
Did you know that Whole Foods on Tunnel Road hosts local musicians in their very pleasant patio area out front? You can eat and drink and chill and listen.
> September 1 – Old Sap
old school swing jazz, honky tonk, and rock ‘n roll
If you would like to Sit, Relax and Listen, or Get Up and Dance to Live Music, Cmon out to one of my shows!
Micah and Lillian share a love for old-time tunes and ballads, and interlace sets with newer songs and tunes. Their shows are full of tight harmonies, twin-fiddling, and rocking guitar & fiddle duets.
$7.00 cover
Mission Accomplished is an American rock band composed of Mission Health healthcare professionals. Mission Accomplished brings you your favorite classic rock hits.
$15
jazz guitar
$10
Folk punk show
DAY OF: $32.00