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Sep
1
Sun
Drayton Aldridge @ The Radical Rooftop
Sep 1 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Sunset Session with violinist/crooner Drayton Aldridge!

Gogol Bordello w/Puzzled Panther, Crazy & The Brains @ The Orange Peel
Sep 1 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

$32 – $35 +

BAD MOLLY Album Release Show @ Static Age-Records
Sep 1 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 2 @ 12:00 am

A memorial show for our beloved bandleader Pete*

An evening of music featuring all members who played in Bad Molly during Pete’s time in Asheville, coming together to cover his songs, as well as some of their own originals to celebrate him, and the band.

Suggested donation of $10-$20 to help offset cost of pressing the album. Or, buy a record!

DJ Duchess @ Eulogy
Sep 1 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 2 @ 12:00 am

King of country, DJ Duchess.

Western wear encouraged.

Sep
2
Mon
COMING FRIDAY SEPT 6 | Ghost-Note @ Pisgah Brewing Black Mountain
Sep 2 all-day

Ghost-Note
Pisgah Brewing Company Outdoor Stage
Friday, September 6 2024 | 7:30pm
Tickets: $25 ADV | $35 DOS Event Details and Tickets

Ghost-Note is an explosion of sound. Headed by Snarky Puppy’s multi-Grammy-winning percussion duo of Robert “Sput” Searight and Nate Werth, they feature an expansive roster of musicians representing members of Prince, Snoop Dogg, Erykah Badu, Herbie Hancock, Kendrick Lamar, Marcus Miller, Toto, Justin Timberlake, and more. This band is pushing funk music into the future, building on the pioneering foundations laid out by the likes of James Brown and Sly & the Family Stone. They infuse their fresh take with Afrobeat, hip-hop, psychedelia, world folklore, and more.

 

Pisgah Brewing Company operates an open air outdoor bar in the summer and fall months with live music on Thursdays and Sundays on WNC’s premier outdoor music venue, the Pisgah Brewing Outdoor Stage. Check out our 2024 schedule: here!

 

116th Canton Labor Day Festival @ SORRELLS STREET PARK
Sep 2 @ 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The 116th Canton Labor Day Festival presented by Champion Credit Union will have live music beginning at noon and will be headlined by Marshall Tucker Band on Sunday and Balsam Range on Monday. For more details, including the entire music lineup & tickets , visit the Labor Day Festival website! https://www.cantonlaborday.com/

 

Single-Day Passes: $10

Two-Day Passes (Sunday & Monday): $15

Kids 12 and under are FREE

Melissa Mckinney Band @ Sierra Nevada Mills River
Sep 2 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Blues & Soul ft Melissa & McKinney on vocals w/ Ted Marks on drums, Jon Price on bass & Chris Everett on lead guitar.

The Asheville Jazz Orchestra @ The Meadow at Highland Brewing Company
Sep 2 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Addie Levy Trio – Labor Day Bluegrass @ Pisgah Brewing Black Mountain
Sep 2 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Free Show | Monday, September 2nd | 3:00PM | Food Truck: The Downstream Deli

Meet Addie Levy, a captivating American bluegrass-country artist who effortlessly weaves tradition and vision into exciting, progressive movements. Hailing from the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, Addie has emerged as a true multi-talent in the world of music, captivating audiences with her mandolin, voice, songwriting, and fiddling skills. Enchanted by the resonating tales and camaraderie embedded within the “happy music” of Bluegrass, Addie swiftly cultivated a deep love for its rich history and stories.

 

Pisgah Brewing Company operates an open air outdoor bar in the summer and fall months with live music on Thursdays and Sundays on WNC’s premier outdoor music venue, the Pisgah Brewing Outdoor Stage. Check out our 2024 schedule: here!

 

Broad River Jam @ Chimney Rock Brewery
Sep 2 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Come support local band “Broad River Jam” playing tunes. Rich Bickel, Ernie Vasquez, Paola Hayes

Jerry’s Dead play Al and Maggie’s Labor Day Party @ French Broad River Brewery
Sep 2 @ 3:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Joe Wilmont and John Strong (Still Not Dead) open at 3.

PATIO SHOW: Baby Yaga @ The Grey Eagle
Sep 2 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

ADVANCED: $10.00 +
DAY OF: $12.00 +

JC Tokes Family Band @ Doc Browns BBQ Candler
Sep 2 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Retro-Americana, a blend of old-schoolcountry, blues, soul, and rock-n-roll.

 

Cybertronic Spree @ The Grey Eagle
Sep 2 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

DAY OF: $22.00 +
ADVANCED: $18.00 +

Live Band Honky Tonk Karaoke @ Shakeys
Sep 2 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 3 @ 12:00 am
Sep
3
Tue
COMING September 29 | WTF Music Festival – Celebrating Women in Music @ Salvage Station
Sep 3 all-day

WTF Music Festival is coming to Salvage Station on Sunday, September 29th, 2024! Doors open at 12:00PM and the music starts at 1:00PM. Root Down will be serving their delicious twist on Southern Soul Food PLUS we will have our FULL bar open for you to enjoy!

It is crazy how many talented women we have in this town. We need a FULL week to showcase them all and that is just what we intend to do in March during WTF Week. Stay tuned for more details on that. In the meantime, mark September 29th on your calender in BOLD and highlight it because it is going to be a day to remember at Salvage Station.

$15 STUDENT / $20 ADV / $25 DOS Event Details and Tickets

 

Old-time Jam @ Turgua Brewing Fairview
Sep 3 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
The Trusty Hucksters @ Doc Browns BBQ Candler
Sep 3 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

The Trusty Hucksters bring their swing jazz vaudeville ragabilly music to your earse. This local Asheville band is a talented group of musicians bringing a unique sound described as Vaudeville in the Hills, Swing Jazz from Alcatraz, and Rag-a-billy to Rock-you-Silly vibes.

Soul Asylum w/ PinkEye @ The Orange Peel
Sep 3 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

$30 – $35 +

Knoll / Snakes of Russia / Cave Grave / Harsh Realm @ Static Age-Records
Sep 3 @ 8:30 pm – Sep 4 @ 12:30 am
Sep
4
Wed
COMING FRIDAY SEPT 6 | Ghost-Note @ Pisgah Brewing Black Mountain
Sep 4 all-day

Ghost-Note
Pisgah Brewing Company Outdoor Stage
Friday, September 6 2024 | 7:30pm
Tickets: $25 ADV | $35 DOS Event Details and Tickets

Ghost-Note is an explosion of sound. Headed by Snarky Puppy’s multi-Grammy-winning percussion duo of Robert “Sput” Searight and Nate Werth, they feature an expansive roster of musicians representing members of Prince, Snoop Dogg, Erykah Badu, Herbie Hancock, Kendrick Lamar, Marcus Miller, Toto, Justin Timberlake, and more. This band is pushing funk music into the future, building on the pioneering foundations laid out by the likes of James Brown and Sly & the Family Stone. They infuse their fresh take with Afrobeat, hip-hop, psychedelia, world folklore, and more.

 

Pisgah Brewing Company operates an open air outdoor bar in the summer and fall months with live music on Thursdays and Sundays on WNC’s premier outdoor music venue, the Pisgah Brewing Outdoor Stage. Check out our 2024 schedule: here!

 

COMING September 29 | WTF Music Festival – Celebrating Women in Music @ Salvage Station
Sep 4 all-day

WTF Music Festival is coming to Salvage Station on Sunday, September 29th, 2024! Doors open at 12:00PM and the music starts at 1:00PM. Root Down will be serving their delicious twist on Southern Soul Food PLUS we will have our FULL bar open for you to enjoy!

It is crazy how many talented women we have in this town. We need a FULL week to showcase them all and that is just what we intend to do in March during WTF Week. Stay tuned for more details on that. In the meantime, mark September 29th on your calender in BOLD and highlight it because it is going to be a day to remember at Salvage Station.

$15 STUDENT / $20 ADV / $25 DOS Event Details and Tickets

 

THIS FRIDAY | The Ain’t Sisters @ One World Brewing - West
Sep 4 all-day
Fun, eclectic folk rock. Fronted by the deliciously androgynous duo Arrie Bozeman and Barb Carbon, the Aints deliver high-energy performances of their wildly diverse original music. Joined by the hardest working men in rock n Roll, Richie Jones on the Boom Chick thwackita whackita, and Justin Boudreau, aka BooDreamy, masterfully holding down the rhythm section and making everybody swoon with their gorgeous licks. Think Indigo Girls meets Dream Theater but with a little Birdcloud in the mix. If ya ain’t sisters, what are ya?
Friday – 9PM Start Time…….A great “after party” show following downtown outdoor live music @ Boomtown Arts & Heritage Festival!
$10 Pre-Sale/$12 DOS Event Details and Tickets

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

Industrial Coffee Pot @ The Exchange at The Restoration Hotel
Sep 4 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

creative fusion of jazz, soul, funk, and pop music

 

Myron Hyman @ Village Pub
Sep 4 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Classic Rock, Blues

Animal Prince Album Preview with DJ Brandon Manitoba @ Eulogy
Sep 4 @ 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Even Cowgirls Get the Blues @ White Horse Black Mountain
Sep 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Songs by Rosanne Cash, Emmylou Harris & Lucinda Williams. Mare Carmody, Peggy Ratusz and Ellen Trnka come together again after almost 4 years. From 2017-2019, they presented this show to sell-out audiences at various venues in and around Asheville. $22.00 ADV / $24.00 DOS

Daniel Nunnelee with Izzy Heltai @ The Grey Eagle
Sep 4 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

DAY OF: $20.00 +
ADVANCED: $17.00 +

Pull Chains + Optic Sink @ Eda's Hide-a-Way Weaverville
Sep 4 @ 8:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Sinai Vessel *Album Release* w/ Tombstone Poetry, Diana Superstar, Dish @ Static Age-Records
Sep 4 @ 8:30 pm – Sep 5 @ 12:30 am
Fiona Moonchild @ Fleetwood's
Sep 4 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 5 @ 12:00 am
Fiona Moonchild (guitarist for Scott yoder) is bringing her glamours post punk disco to us while the PSK dancers twirl around! Don’t miss this unique experience!
$10
Teddy Bear Junction @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Sep 4 @ 10:00 pm – Sep 5 @ 1:00 am

Suggested $5-$10 Donation

Sep
5
Thu
THIS FRIDAY | The Ain’t Sisters @ One World Brewing - West
Sep 5 all-day
Fun, eclectic folk rock. Fronted by the deliciously androgynous duo Arrie Bozeman and Barb Carbon, the Aints deliver high-energy performances of their wildly diverse original music. Joined by the hardest working men in rock n Roll, Richie Jones on the Boom Chick thwackita whackita, and Justin Boudreau, aka BooDreamy, masterfully holding down the rhythm section and making everybody swoon with their gorgeous licks. Think Indigo Girls meets Dream Theater but with a little Birdcloud in the mix. If ya ain’t sisters, what are ya?
Friday – 9PM Start Time…….A great “after party” show following downtown outdoor live music @ Boomtown Arts & Heritage Festival!
$10 Pre-Sale/$12 DOS Event Details and Tickets

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

Andy Frasco & The U.N. – Young Nocturnals Tour w/ Andrew Scotchie @ Pisgah Brewing Black Mountain
Sep 5 @ 12:00 am – 11:00 pm

Andy Frasco & The U.N. w/ Andrew Scotchie
Pisgah Brewing Company Outdoor Stage
Thursday, September 5 2024 | GATES: 6:30PM • SHOW: 7:30PM
Tickets: $25 ADV | $35 DOS Event Details and Tickets

Andy Frasco & The U.N. have long been the high-flying DIY renegades of the touring scene known and loved for their kaleidoscopic musical fusion, one-of-a-kind onstage audacity, and contagious party-animal energy.


Through consistent heartfelt releases, year round touring and active charity work, Asheville N.C. native Andrew Scotchie is a celebrated creative force. His unique brand of rock n roll, blues and Americana has an unmatched sense of urgency and unifying social commentary.

 

Pisgah Brewing Company operates an open air outdoor bar in the summer and fall months with live music on Thursdays and Sundays on WNC’s premier outdoor music venue, the Pisgah Brewing Outdoor Stage. Check out our 2024 schedule: here!

 

Dirty Logic – Asheville Steely Dan Tribute @ Salvage Station
Sep 5 @ 12:00 am – 10:00 pm

Comprised of an all-star line-up of some of Asheville North Carolina’s best musicians, Dirty Logic works hard to create a show that both honors the exceptional music of Steely Dan and showcases the incredible skill and unique musical voice of each of the band’s members. This 11-piece powerhouse delivers the experience that true Steely Dan fans recognize as authentic passion for the music, skillfully and joyfully recreated.

Join us on the Outdoor Stage at Salvage Station on Thursday, September 5th Doors open at 6:00PM and the music starts at 7:00PM. Root Down will be serving their delicious twist on Southern Soul food PLUS we will have additional food trucks on-site for the duration of the show. And, of course, we will have MULTIPLE full bars open for you to enjoy!

Tickets  $25 ADV / $30 DOS Event Details and Tickets

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

Live Music: Clay Johnson @ Riverwatch Grill Chimney Rock
Sep 5 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Clay Johnson is the lead singer & songwriter of a multi-piece band, Clay Johnson & the Hard Promises, out of Spartanburg, SC. good music + good food = great time!

Trey Duncan @ Riverwatch Grill Chimney Rock
Sep 5 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
I’m bringing some acoustic rock and soul back to Chimney Rock!
ArborEvenings @ The North Carolina Arboretum
Sep 5 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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!
Todd Cecil & Dirt Yard Choir @ 12 Bones Brewing
Sep 5 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Swamp Roots Rock!!!

Alice Bradley & Ritka @ Zadie’s at The Old Marshall Jail
Sep 5 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Amar Stewart Gallery Launch with DJ Mad Mike @ Terra Nova Beer Co
Sep 5 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

This Thursday, 5th September @amarstewartpaints will be launching our gallery space “The Tunnel” at our downtown Brewery & Taproom. The Tunnel will serve as a space showcasing original can art created by Amar. We will also be exhibiting all of our cans since we opened back in November. 90’s hip hop with Dj Mad Mike.

Kendra & Friends with Anne Coombs, Jenny Bradley & Tommy Dennison @ Root Bar
Sep 5 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Live Music Thursdays with Ryan Furstenberg @ Isa’s Bistro
Sep 5 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We’re bringing the rhythm and melodies to Isa’s Bistro every Thursday from 6pm to 9pm! Free live music!

New Beer Thursday with Andy Ferrell @ Wicked Weed Brewing Brewpub
Sep 5 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Original southern roots music from NC and beyond

Sketoe’s Ghost @ Mills River Brewing Co.
Sep 5 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Nick Mac & The Noise @ Pisgah Brewing Black Mountain
Sep 5 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Thursday, October 17th | 6:30PM | Food Truck: The Downstream Deli | Free Show

The first song he wrote was titled “Jay” an ode to his late Grandfather. Nick is quoted by saying “when the cords finally came together with the lyrics for the first time it brought me to tears and I knew this was something that  I could passionately pursue”.  Nick writes songs about love, life experiences and hardships we all face in the day to day grind. You can’t really put a label on the genre he resides in.  Nick dives into to a few different genres such as Blues, Country, Rock and Folk music. For the last few years Nick has been tearing up the local scene in Western North Carolina with his band Nick Mac & The Noise that has the reputation of being a smooth playing, good time chasing high energy rocking country band that brings a good mix of originals and eclectic covers to the table

 

Pisgah Brewing Company operates an open air outdoor bar in the summer and fall months with live music on Thursdays and Sundays on WNC’s premier outdoor music venue, the Pisgah Brewing Outdoor Stage. Check out our 2024 schedule: here!

 

 

Wings & Strings Summer Series @ Rocky's Hot Chicken Shack
Sep 5 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

We’re bringing back our Wings & Strings Summer Series at our Sweeten Creek location!

Enjoy live music on the patio Thursday while you sip and savor all your Rocky’s favorites.

9/12 – Acklen Walker

Platitudes w/ Safety Coffin @ Catawba Brewing South Slope
Sep 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Paper Crowns duo @ Pillar Rooftop Bar at The Hilton Garden Inn
Sep 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

The Paper Crowns are the genre crossing power duo of Spiro and Nicole Nicolopoulos.

Vince Junior Band @ The Joint Next Door Fairview
Sep 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

blues, funk, Louisiana, Reggae, and Soul

Cristina Vane @ The Grey Eagle
Sep 5 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

DAY OF: $20.00
ADVANCED: $16.00

Eddie Roberts & The Lucky Strokes with Datrian Johnson & The Family Tree @ Asheville Music Hall
Sep 5 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

ADV: $20 | DOS: $25 // 21+

Grog After Dark with Rob Breaks @ Sly Grog Lounge
Sep 5 @ 8:00 pm – Sep 6 @ 1:00 am
The MGB’s @ Asheville Guitar Bar
Sep 5 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Americana Songwriter Style Listening Room Experience
$10 cover
Will Hartz @ One World Brewing Downtown
Sep 5 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Americana, soul, rock n roll

Separate Incidents // Acid Jo // Keepers of the Brink @ Fleetwood's
Sep 5 @ 9:00 pm – Sep 6 @ 1:00 am
Acid Jo: A psychy/punky trip
Separate Incidents: Indie rock meets Americana and the Blues
Keepers of the Brink: Spooky Appalachian Indie rock and blues
$10
Sep
6
Fri
NC Mountain State Fair @ WNC Ag Center
Sep 6 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 pm

The N.C. Mountain State Fair opened in 1994. This “State Fair” of the west is held every year at the WNC Ag Center in Fletcher. A family friendly event, the fair showcases the many talents, cultures and traditions of Western N.C.

Tickets, Info and Mountain Music Schedule

General Admission

  • Adult (13-64): $12.00
  • Children (6-12): $7.00
  • Seniors (65+): $5.00
  • Children (5 and under): FREE

 

Boomtown Arts & Heritage FestAVL @ Pack Square Park
Sep 6 @ 3:00 pm – 10:00 pm
FREE w/RSVP!!! Details and RSVP Here:  BoomtownFestAVL.com

 

The festival will bring together an array of artists, musicians, and storytellers, creating an immersive experience that highlights the city’s diverse cultural tapestry. Attendees can look forward to a dynamic lineup of main stage performances, interactive workshops, heritage exhibits, and trail tours that highlight Asheville’s architectural marvels, pioneering figures, and stories of resilience. Join us for an unforgettable celebration that bridges the past and present, fostering a deeper connection to Asheville’s vibrant legacy.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024:
Pack Square Park (3pm-10pm):
Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe, Toubab Krewe, The Rumble, Josh Phillips & Friends, Nex Millen + Food + Vendors + Healing Arts + Exhibits + Speakers + Projection Mapping + more!
The Block (1pm-7pm):
First Fridays on The Block (5-7pm) + Guided Storytelling & Trail Tours (James Vester Miller Walking Trail + Architecture Walking Trail + Asheville Music History Walking Trail) + Healing Arts + Workshops + Speakers + Exhibits + more!
Pritchard Park (6pm-9pm):
Drum Circle
Eulogy After Party (10pm-2am):
Check Your Head, GFE, DJ TopSpeed

 

 

Fresh Locals Organ Trio @ District 42 at The Kimpton Hotel Arras
Sep 6 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Live Music: Groove to the tunes of Fresh Locals Organ Trio, setting the perfect vibe for a late summer evening.
One Leg Up @ Antler Village and Winery @ Biltmore
Sep 6 @ 4:30 pm – 8:15 pm

ONE LEG UP, Gypsy Jazz

Live After Five invites you to dance with live jazz and pop bands. Your visit to Antler Hill Village & Winery is included in Biltmore admission. Passholders can bring friends to Antler Hill Village for free after 5:00 p.m. 

First Fridays on The Block @ LEAF Global Arts
Sep 6 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
First Friday on The Block is THIS Friday, Sept. 6, 5-8 p.m. Join us on Eagle and Market Streets to celebrate the story, history, and vibrancy of Asheville’s historic Black business district.
Stop by LEAF Global Arts for music from @eric.freeman.76953 aka The Blue Ridge Boy, who shares classic acoustic blues from the Delta to the Piedmont — ragtime tunes, minstrel songs, plus a healthy dose of country and other favorites.
First Fridays w/ Dulci Ellenberger duo @ Mars Landing Galleries Mars Hill
Sep 6 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Dulci brings an ageless, classic style to pop music, with her smooth vocals and warm melodies.

KasCie Page @ Riverwatch Grill Chimney Rock
Sep 6 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Riverwatch presents KasCie Page! KasCie loves playing country, classic rock, and blues. You can expect to hear music from artists like Dolly Parton, Janis Joplin, Aretha Franklin, and Stevie Nicks!

Life Like Water @ Mars Hill First Fridays
Sep 6 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join us Friday for an outdoor show LIVE MUSIC by Life Like Water from 5-8pm.
Life Like Water. A contemporary folk quartet that attempts to harness traditional sounds from around the world.

 

Paul Helou Quartet @ Foundation Studios RAD
Sep 6 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

bluegrass/Americana/roots

The Paper Crowns @ Burntshirt Vineyards Tasting Room & Bistro Chimney Rock
Sep 6 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

The Paper Crowns are the multi-instrument, genre-crossing power duo of Spiro and Nicole Nicolopoulos. Mixing Appalachian folk, bluegrass, delta blues, acid rock, and more, they cook up a sound all their own.

ArborEvenings @ The North Carolina Arboretum
Sep 6 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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!
Sal Landers’ Party RX @ New Belgium Brewing
Sep 6 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

60’s and 70’s classic rock influences.

Sal Landers Party Rx! “Music For The Woodstock Generation” w/sg Jason DeCristofaro on Drums!

“Pickin’ in the Park” @ Canton Pool & Rec Park
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
BAND: Rick Morris
DANCERS: TBA
The Town of Canton presents “Pickin’ in the Park”, a FREE family-friendly event, for your Summer enjoyment. Come watch as local talent showcases our heritage and puts the roots of Southern Appalachian entertainment on display with live music and clogging!
Andy & Ruthie Hunter @ Highland Brewing Downtown
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

acoustic mix

Craig Carothers @ Bloom WNC Black Mountain
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

His music is heartbreakingly beautiful and scathingly funny, delivered with a lively deadpan smile and a voice that’s downright swoony. Too folk for rock, too pop for folk, too jazz for country, too tall to be a jockey. It’s difficult to easily categorize his music without the use of hyphens.

$25 Event Information and Tickets

Dave Desmelik @ Mad Co. Brew House Marshall
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

singer-songwriter and instrumentalist

Em & The Innocent Mischief @ RAD Brewing Company
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Modern Folk- Mountain Sound band.

Fifth Duo @ Beradu - Specialty Market, Kitchen & Bar Black Mountain
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Jazz, Soul, Funk, Improv

Finklestein Three @ Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Progressive Bluegrass trio.

Free Music Friday w/ The 40,20,10’s @ Records In The RAD/Wedge Brewing
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Swamp Pop & Cajun Swing

 

Generous Electric @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Generous Electric featuring Garrett and Swanny

Suggested $5-$10 Donation

Jason Whitaker @ Twin Willows Mars Hill
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Our friend Jason Whitaker takes to the Willow Stage for two sets of our favorite hits and more!

Kelley Jane & Kevin Wayne @ The Asheville Club
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

jazz standards, classic rock and pop

Millie Palmer Duo @ Ginger's Revenge Craft Brewery & Tasting Room
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Sinder Ella @ Sweeten Creek Brewing
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

4 piece classic rock group

StomperKitty duo @ Village Pub
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Rock, Country, Blues & Pop.
Super 60’s @ Chimney Rock Smokehouse
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

60’s music

The Log Noggins @ FBO at Hominy Creek
Sep 6 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

progressive southern fusion rock

Corey James Clifton Band @ Mills River Brewing Co.
Sep 6 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

soulful groove based rock n roll

Julian Bonnet @ Camdens Coffee House Mars Hill
Sep 6 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

cuello saxophone

AL Lyons “StumpWater” Acoustic Music @ Bearwallow Provision Company Gerton
Sep 6 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
DJ Moto @ DayTrip
Sep 6 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Rich Nelson Band @ The Joint Next Door Fairview
Sep 6 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Original rock trio.
Sister Ivy @ Highland Brewing Company
Sep 6 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Neo-soul, Jazz, R&B, and Rock

Organically Programmed//Kyle Gordon//Indoor Condor//come//Mountain Medicine @ The Grey Eagle Outpost at Asheville Adventure Company
Sep 6 @ 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm

DAY OF: $12.00 ADVANCED: $10.00 +

Wayne Bucker and Shooting Creek! @ Mars Theatre Brewing Company Mars Hill
Sep 6 @ 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm

Country, Southern Rock and Originals.

Evan Honer @ The Grey Eagle
Sep 6 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

DAY OF: $28.00
ADVANCED: $25.00

Jody Carroll @ Vintage Kava Weaverville
Sep 6 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Finger style/slide guitar master and amazingly soulful singer blending flavors of old Blues, Folk, Mountain music, Jazz and Rock all together into a true power packed gumbo.

Josh Meloy w/ Andrew Scotchie @ The Orange Peel
Sep 6 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Leeda Lyric Jones (DJ set) @ The Draftsman at The Restoration Asheville
Sep 6 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
She Returns From War + Erika Lewis @ Citizen Vinyl
Sep 6 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm

$15 advance / $20 at the door

The Get Right Band @ White Horse Black Mountain
Sep 6 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm

psychedelic indie rock

$15.00 ADV / $18.00 DOS

The Jon Cox Band @ The Getaway River Bar
Sep 6 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Come enjoy the pure sound of an old honky tonk soul in Jon Cox and his phenomenal band.
Liar Mute @ Static Age-Records
Sep 6 @ 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm

rock and roll from Chattanooga

+ tbd

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