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Nov
29
Fri
Black Friday w/ Why, Why?/We Have Ignition/Slow Poison/Dave Desmelik @ The Burger Bar
Nov 29 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 30 @ 1:00 am

Doors @ 9:00pm
21+
Donations Encouraged

Blank State, Rhinestone Pickup Truck and Puppychain @ Fleetwood's
Nov 29 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 30 @ 1:00 am

punk/grunge show

$10

DJ Lil Meow Meow’s Dance Floor Rapture @ Eulogy
Nov 29 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 30 @ 1:30 am
The Snozzberries Psychedelic Circus with Magenta Sunshine @ Asheville Music Hall
Nov 29 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 30 @ 12:30 am

$25 ADV /DOS $30 // 21+

Whiskerfish ft. Billy Presnell, Will Franke & Tyler Buckner @ Town Pump Tavern Black Mountain
Nov 29 @ 9:00 pm – Nov 30 @ 12:00 am

We are so excited to welcome Billy Presnell and his amazing guitar skills. Billy plays classics, not so classics and some originals with instrumental finger style and percussive acoustic guitar. We think you will love his music and his sense of humor. With mad-fiddling, time-bending soundscape painter Will Franke & Tyler Buckner.

Post thanksgiving musical insanity.

Dance Party w/ DJ Savvy G @ Shakey's Dive Bar
Nov 29 @ 10:00 pm – Nov 30 @ 2:00 am
The Wilson Springs Hotel & Conrad Moore @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Nov 29 @ 10:00 pm – Nov 30 @ 1:00 am

$5-$10 Donation @ The Door // 21+

Eddie Roberts & The Lucky Strokes @ The Grey Eagle
Nov 29 @ 10:30 pm – Nov 30 @ 1:30 am

Y’all put on your dancin’ shoes because it’s time to get down!!! Kick off the season with us at Arête’s 1st Annual Holiday Boogie Benefit with Eddie Roberts & The Lucky Strokes Dress to impress in your favorite rock & roll attire & let’s make this a night to remember.

From $24.60

Nov
30
Sat
“Bring Back The Heartbeat”
Nov 30 all-day

Asheville’s music scene is born of age-old traditions, nurtured by a spirit of independence and the muse of the mountain landscape. Here you’ll find our rhythm is proudly rooted in old-time mountain music, but it’s our full spectrum of innovative musicians who truly define our sound. Asheville offers a lively, and perhaps unexpected, experience for the musically-minded traveler.

Through the Bring Back the Heartbeat campaign, IamAVL is partnering with local venues and establishments to offset their costs to get our musicians back to work. Independent Arts and Music is a 501(c)3, so donations can be tax deductible. iamavl.com/music-industry-relief-fund

Our mission is to provide a platform to help expand the reach of Asheville based musicians and artists, to make some great music and art, and to have a great time while doing it.

Music At The Market: June Trevor @ North Asheville Tailgate Market
Nov 30 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Let’s Get Veggie With It!!! Enjoy music to groove to while shopping for local goods!

Asheville Junction @ Asheville City Market
Nov 30 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Musicians this week are the Asheville Junction Band! It’s music to groove on or dance to while shopping for local goods!

 

Yala Cultural Tour + Drum Workshop @ LEAF Global Arts
Nov 30 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Visit LEAF Global Arts every Saturday for an in-house cultural exchange with Adama Dembele. Experience the Ivory Coast with our Culture Keeper from the House of Djembe.
Stay for an all-ages Drum Workshop, no experience necessary.
The Beatles Bash @ White Horse Black Mountain
Nov 30 @ 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm

The Beatles Bash endures!  Come dressed in your best 1960’s or hippie attire.  There will be snack and drinks available and alcoholic beverages served at the donation bar

Pay What You Can. The suggested price per ticket is $10.

1:00 – 1:45 pm – Arrival and photo booth is open.  We will have PLENTY of props but please use your phone camera

1:45 – 2:00 pm – Talent Show and Stand-up comedy sign up

2:00 – 3:15 pm – The Beatles Bash will be performing famous musical covers.  Be prepared for a dance party!!

3:30 – 4:00 pm – CAKE!!!  Gluten-free and vegan options will be available

4:00 – 5:30 pm – Talent show and Stand-up Comedy (please be sure to sign up at the start of the party)

5:20 – 6:00 pm – More fun and time for the photo booth

Patton Ave Collective @ Riverside Rhapsody Brewing
Nov 30 @ 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Small Business Saturday mini market.

The Ben Bjorlie Band @ Sierra Nevada Mills River
Nov 30 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Benjamin Bjorlie is an Asheville based bassist and drummer. He is a core member of The J Lloyd Mashup, a local funk band, among his many projects. He will be joined by a cast of amazing local musicians to bust out some Funk, neo-soul and pop.

The meat and potatoes of this group will be Ben Bjorlie on Bass, Joe Enright on Drums, and Thomson Knoles on Keys. Alex Bradley will bring some special seasoning, but the cherry on top will be Jonah Bjorlie on Guitar and Sax! We’ll hit some deep cuts from some of our favorite artists.
We hope to see y’all there

The Log Noggins @ Mills River Brewing Co.
Nov 30 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

progressive southern fusion rock

Tim Nave @ Souther Williams Vineyard Fletcher
Nov 30 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

While he is known for his voice and guitar playing, he is also considered a storyteller.

Joseph Hasty Duo @ Battery Park Champagne Bar
Nov 30 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Joseph Hasty Duo brings your favorite holiday music to the champagne bar.

Artist ReLEAF Concert feat. Chinobay @ LEAF Global Arts
Nov 30 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

LEAF Global Arts hosts an Artist ReLEAF Concert series on Saturdays through December 14. The events will both benefit the artists who perform (through the LEAF Local Artist Relief Fund) AND help to raise money for the fund.

The incomparable and uber-talented Chinobay (LEAF’s board chair) is a Ugandan musician and educator who has led workshops, camps, and residencies worldwide.

Holiday Tree Lighting Block Party @ Grove Arcade
Nov 30 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Grove Arcade Tree Lighting Block Party is happening on Saturday, November 30 from 4-9pm on Page Avenue. This will be a free holiday extravaganza that you won’t want to miss!
Event festivities will include…
🎄 Live music from DJ Griffin White and the Bill Bares jazz trio
🎄 Performances by the Asheville Ballet
🎄 Street performances
🎄 An outdoor holiday market
🎄 Pop-up bars from your favorite Grove Arcade restaurants
🎄 Letters to Santa Station
🎄 Santa appearance & photo-op
Iggy Radio @ Twin Leaf Brewery
Nov 30 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
 Iggy Radio’s latest and greatest rock, pop, and jazz will be on display for a live show!
Nobody’s Darling String Band @ Jack Of The Wood
Nov 30 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Nobody’s Darling String Band is a group of five ladies who are seasoned Old Time musicians, that play lively Mountain Music every Saturday from 4 to 6 at Jack of the Wood. A fiddle, guitars, standup bass and banjo uke round out this engaging and energetic group, playing in the traditional style of Appalachian roots music.

Jack Of The Wood is still a downtown hot spot for food, brews and drink since 1997 and founders Joan and Joe Eckert who still own it, have maintained the original lively English and Irish vibe. The old-time mountain and Irish music jams continue, including a hot bluegrass jam Thursdays and brunch every Sunday. The venue extends a welcoming feeling to regulars and newcomers to this day. https://jackofthewood.com/

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spiro Nicolopoulous – Garrett Andrews duo @ One World Brewing West
Nov 30 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Come and celebrate the music of Jerry Garcia and The Grateful Dead with Spiro & Garrett!!!

$5 cover

Hope Griffin & Brad Curtioff @ The WagWorld BARn & Event Center
Nov 30 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Alternative Folk/Americana/Folk/Acoustic & Singer-songwriter

Old Sap @ The Station Black Mountain
Nov 30 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

folk, rock, and Americana banjo

Adam Harris Thompson @ Auction House Food Hall Fletcher
Nov 30 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

One Man Band

Celebrating Twenty Years @ Static Age-Records
Nov 30 @ 6:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 1:00 am

CELEBRATING TWENTY YEARS OF STATIC AGE RECORDS

6PM til Late

 

DJ Mtn Vibez @ Hemingway's Cuba at The Cambria Hotel Rooftop
Nov 30 @ 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Dueling Piano Show @ Off the Wagon Dueling Piano Bar
Nov 30 @ 6:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 2:00 am
Jeff Sipe’s SMUT @ Highland Brewing Company
Nov 30 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Rebekah Todd – guitar/vocals

Jeff Sipe – Drums/percussion

Isaac Hadden -guitar/vocals

Quinn Sternberg – bass

Local Gossip Party Band @ Bold Rock Hard Cider (Mills River, NC)
Nov 30 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Enjoy your favorite hits from the 80’s – 2000’s!
Mr Jimmy @ Asheville Club
Nov 30 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Enjoy authentic Blues music from Mr Jimmy.

Open Mic Night with Wayne Buckner @ Mars Theatre Brewing Company Mars Hill
Nov 30 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Riyen Roots @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Nov 30 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Original American Blues Roots and Soul Musician From The Mountains Of North Carolina!

The Loudes duo @ Black Mountain Brewing
Nov 30 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Punk-Folk Rock and Roll
Winter Lights @ The North Carolina Arboretum
Nov 30 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Winter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show made from over one million lights! Located at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, North Carolina, this year’s event features favorites like the famously tall 50-foot lighted tree and the Quilt Garden, along with enchanting new details designed to delight and surprise. Live Music Nightly!!! Event Information and Tickets

 

East Coast Dirt @ Mills River Brewing Co.
Nov 30 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

jammy psychedelia to full-force rock

PYLETRIBE, Andrew Thelston Band, Ashley Heath, Solvivor @ The Grey Eagle
Nov 30 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
The Pubsters @ Cultivated Cocktails Distillery & Tavern
Nov 30 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

The Pubsters is a fun and engaging cover band based in Asheville. Rock & Roll, Country, Funk and Blues

Vince Junior Band @ The Joint Next Door Fairview
Nov 30 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

blues, funk, Louisiana, Reggae, and Soul

Aaron Lane @ One World Brewing Downtown
Nov 30 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Amanda Anne Platt & The Honeycutters Holiday Spectacular @ White Horse Black Mountain
Nov 30 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Pay What You Can. The suggested price per ticket is $25.

Graciela Serena @ Vintage Kava Weaverville
Nov 30 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

a blend of bluesy pop and rock

Las Montañitas @ Crow and Quill
Nov 30 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Las Montañitas brings the Andes to the Appalachians. Chicha Cumbia Psicadelica, Afro-Colombian grooves, Andean inspired melodies. $10 cover

Rumours ATL– Fleetwood Mac Tribute @ The Orange Peel
Nov 30 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Saturday Weekly DJ Schedule
Nov 30 @ 8:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 2:00 am

Ben’s Tune Up – 8-11pm

Banks Ave – 9-11:30pm

Havana Miami – 9pm-2am

Room 9 Nightclub – 9pm-2am

Static Age Loft – 9pm-2am

Waterstreet – 9pm-2am

Imperial – 9pm-1am

The Barksdale – 10pm-2am

Double Crown – 10pm-2am

Lazy Diamond – 10pm-2am

Strange Magic Bar – 10pm-2am

Shakeys – 10pm-2am

Scandals -10pm-2am

Check with the venue on cover charges and tonight’s DJ.

Thankspunking w/ Queen City Rejects, The Ruff’tons, Failure 2 Conform, Blistering Dissonance @ Sly Grog Lounge
Nov 30 @ 8:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 1:00 am
Queen City Rejects (Carolina Punk Rock)
The Ruff’tons (NC Punk)
Failure 2 Conform (TN Punk Metal)
Blistering Dissonance (NC Punk)
$5 Cover but NO ONE WILL BE TURNED AWAY FOR LACK OF FUNDS!!!
21+
The Well Drinkers @ Jack Of The Wood
Nov 30 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

The Well Drinkers are a progressive, original bluegrass & Americana band based out of Western North Carolina and often playing festivals & venues across the Southeast. Get down with good tunes, great food, and a craft brew or Irish Whiskey!! Suggested donation at the door.

Zydeco Ya Ya @ Cork & Keg
Nov 30 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm

“Laissez les bon temps rouler!”

$10.00 cover at the door.

 

Abito Nero // Kangarot // Half Blind Eyes @ 27 Club Asheville
Nov 30 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 1:00 am

Heavy, dark, emotionally intense music. No cover, but donations accepted.

Candy Coffins// Werewolf Hours// Rod Handallah// EZ Shakes @ Fleetwood's
Nov 30 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 1:00 am

Post Punk/Garage

$

Clouds of Delusion @ One World Brewing - West
Nov 30 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 12:00 am
Clouds of Delusion is a band centered around Grateful Dead music and the wider catalogue of jam band influence.
$5-$10 Cover
DJ Brandon Manitoba @ Eulogy
Nov 30 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 1:30 am
DJ Mr Soul Motion @ The Admiral West Asheville
Nov 30 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 1:00 am

Drop in early for dinner and join “Mr. Soul Motion’s Supper Club”, where the smooth and sweet stuff gets played! Once the diners clear out, the tables move, the volume goes up, the lights go down, and the dance party is on!

Melody Trucks & Friends feat Fitzkee Brothers & Tony Tyler @ Asheville Music Hall
Nov 30 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 12:00 am
Southern Jam-Rock Royalty hits Asheville!!! Melody Trucks & Friends ft. Fitzkee Brothers & Tony Tyler with Special Guests!

$20 Day of Show Event Details and Tickets
Acclaimed Southern Roots-rock vocalist and percussionist Melody Trucks and Friends, featuring The Fitzkee Brothers, Tony Tyler, and Many ‘Hometown Special Guests,’ perform locally at Asheville Music Hall.
As the daughter of the late Butch Trucks she has been surrounded by music her entire life.  As a solo artist Melody can be found on the road with different talented and creative collaborations. The Fitzkee Brothers are two brothers who are amazing singers, songwriters and musicians. They have been described as Foo Fighters meet the Allman Brothers! Tony Tyler was steeped in the Southern soul styles of Little Richard, Otis Redding, The Allman Brothers Band, and The Black Crowes among others.

Pink Mercury @ Third Room
Nov 30 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 12:00 am

Led by shapeshifting vocalist Stephanie Morgan (formerly of Asheville’s nationally-touring pop-noir band stephaniesid), Pink Mercury creates entirely improvised sound and lyric scapes, aligning with the spirits of Pink Floyd, Cocteau Twins, Bjork, The Sundays, Billie Holiday, and so many others that have infected the players with curiosity and beauty.

$15

Safety Coffin, Bombay Gasoline & The Tilt @ Shakey's Dive Bar
Nov 30 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 12:00 am

Donations Encouraged
Local Live Music Benefit Show w/
Safety Coffin, Bombay Gasoline & The Tilt hit the stage to rock & raise money for people affected by Hurricane Helene.

Sarah Tucker @ Claddagh Restaurant & Pub
Nov 30 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 12:00 am

Sarah is a singer and songwriter with great talent in many genres including rock, pop, country, folk, and old time – the music of her mountain home.

Carson Moore @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Nov 30 @ 10:00 pm – Dec 1 @ 1:00 am

$5-$10 Donation @ The Door // 21+

Dec
1
Sun
The JLloyd MashUp: “A Tribute to Paul Simon”, plus JP & Ratusz Duo Set @ The Grey Eagle
Dec 1 all-day
On Sunday December 1st, The JLloyd MashUp is paying tribute to Paul Simon with a full orchestration of his songs from various points in his career. Ben Falcon will be leading the vocals. This 12 piece band consists of some of Asheville’s top musicians in the scene boasting a full rhythm section, horn section and vocal choir!
The JLloyd MashUp explores different genres of music including Acid Jazz, Funk, Soul, Afro Beat, Reggae, Break Beat, Latin and world music. Led and curated by Jonathan Lloyd (Dubconscious/Cadillac Jones), the band is made up of some of Asheville’s busiest and hardest working musicians on the scene. The group features special guests with different material every show.

Asheville’s JP & Peggy Duo kick things off at 6:30.

From $15 + Event Details and Tickets

 

 

THIS THURSDAY | The Doors: Unhinged! @ The Grey Eagle
Dec 1 all-day
Thursday 12/5 at 8pm
Come ready to experience The Doors like you’ve never seen them before!
With an intoxicating, genre-blending sound, provocative and uncompromising songs, and the mesmerizing power of singer Jim Morrison’s poetry and presence, The Doors had a transformative impact not only on popular music but on popular culture.
This Asheville-based quintet, fronted by the charismatic and electrifying Reggie Headen, features an all-star, highly sought after group of musicians: Jonathan Pearlman (Musical Director and guitarist), Taylor Pierson (keyboards), Zack Page (bass) and Jay Hoots (drums).
“There’s something very daring, dangerous and dark about the Doors’ music. We’ve tried to capture that. We found it challenging to approximate their chemistry and alchemy. I believe that we got it right!” – Jonathan Pearlman
$15 advance/$18 day of show Event Details and Tickets

 

Hickory Holiday Bash @ Hickory Nut Gap Fairview
Dec 1 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
 Join us for our 3rd annual Hickory Holiday Bash! Shop Local, Y’all!
Meet Santa 🎅
Shop With Local Makers 💫
Pony + Hay Rides With Project HNG 🐎
Eat With Little Oven Pizza
Snack With Appalachian Pop Co 🌭
Enter Raffle Benefitting Helene Relief 💚
Jam Session with host, John Templeton
Mourning Mass @ Eulogy
Dec 1 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Mourning Mass: A Weekly Sacrament of Cosmic Hymns and Brunch Eats on the South Slope with multi instrumentalist Steven Alvarez

 

The Bluegrass Boys @ Jack Of The Wood
Dec 1 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

We’re excited to welcome back the Sunday Bluegrass Boy’s – catch them every Sunday from 12-2pm! The perfect SUNDAY FUNDAY afternoon with $8 mimosas and bloody Mary’s AND $20 bottles of bubbly!

 Followed by our Irish session starting at 3:30pm till close!

Jack Of The Wood still a downtown hot spot for food, brews and drink since 1997 and founders Joan and Joe Eckert who still own it, have maintained the original lively English and Irish vibe. The old-time mountain and Irish music jams continue, including a hot bluegrass jam Thursdays and brunch every Sunday. The venue extends a welcoming feeling to regulars and newcomers to this day. https://jackofthewood.com/
Yacht Rock Brunch w/DJ Kipper @ The Market Place
Dec 1 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Come sail away with us Sundays in December from 12-3 at The Market Place on Wall Street. Shell or High Water oyster roast, street vendors, brunch and cheer! It’ll be a blast and a really fun way to connect with the community and support some of those businesses and artists who are displaced.

Adam Rose Duo (Jazz) @ Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar
Dec 1 @ 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Mr Jimmy Blues & Brews @ S & W Market Downtown
Dec 1 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Isaac Hadden Project @ Sierra Nevada Mills River
Dec 1 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

I’ll be at Sierra Nevada Brewing Company – Mills River SUNDAY 2-5p with my brothers Logan Jayne (drums), Thomson Knoles (keys), and Asher Hill (bass).

Isaac Hadden Project is a heavy grooving, improvisational, cosmic groove ensemble, carving out a distinct voice in the world of funk, jazz, rock, and R&B.

Live Music with Marc Keller @ The WagWorld BARn & Event Center
Dec 1 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Come listen to the gentle looping tunes of Marc Keller. Unwind and sing along as live music fills the air.

 

Live Music: Mike Pauer @ Souther Williams Vineyard Fletcher
Dec 1 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

americana singer-songwriter

Roots & Dore @ Mills River Brewing Co.
Dec 1 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Roots & Dore return to Mills River, NC to get their blues on while folks get their brews on! Always a great time! Join us!

Suns of Stars Early Sunday Residency @ One World Brewing - West
Dec 1 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Orbiting around Asheville’s grateful music scene since late 2023, Suns Of Stars blends contemporary and traditional bluegrass with a high energy jam style. At its core lies the trio of Alex Bazemore (guitar), and Asheville’s own Jackson Chisholm (upright bass) and Johnny Humphries (mandolin). As Suns Of Stars has been gathering momentum they’ve picked up Alex Ball (fiddle/violin) and Gabe Epstein (banjo). A massive song repertoire and growing list of original music make for a unique performance each time.
$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

 

The Close @ Highland Brewing Company
Dec 1 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Americana/Indie/Folk/Country

Sunday Jazz Jam @ Ginger's Revenge Craft Brewery & Tasting Room
Dec 1 @ 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Jazz Sunday typically features a guest artist for a short set and then welcomes jazz musicians of all levels to sit in for the remainder of the afternoon.
Iggy Radio @ Asheville Yacht Club
Dec 1 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
A plethora of sounds and styles. Beatboxing mixed with killer guitar and loop mastery. A one man orchestra. Plays all the songs you love.
Jack’s Traditional Irish/Celtic Jam Session @ Jack Of The Wood
Dec 1 @ 3:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Stop in for the pub’s long running Traditional Irish Session each Sunday afternoon beginning around 3:30pm. Many talented local musicians come from WNC to jam away into the night – all on our pub stage! Sunday is a perfect day to enjoy a pint or afternoon Irish coffee! Slaínte!

Jack Of The Wood is still a downtown hot spot for food, brews and drink since 1997 and founders Joan and Joe Eckert who still own it, have maintained the original lively English and Irish vibe. The old-time mountain and Irish music jams continue, including a hot bluegrass jam Thursdays and brunch every Sunday. The venue extends a welcoming feeling to regulars and newcomers to this day. https://jackofthewood.com/

BUTTS & BOOTS :: Line Dancing @ Banks Ave.
Dec 1 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Howdy Pard’ners
Join Jerri & Christopher for country music, line dancing, and beginner 2 step!
* No Partner needed
>> NO COVER<<
Joe Troop’s Truth Machine @ Cork & Keg
Dec 1 @ 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm

oldtime and bluegrass

Tickets $20 advanced tickets available on eventbrite (if not sold-out, some tickets available at the door)

Reggae Sunday w/ Chalwa and Alvitas Way @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Dec 1 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Suggested $5 Donation

Thankful Jam with Marcus White @ Mountain Fly Outfitters Canton
Dec 1 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

The soul funk keys killa comes to Mountain Fly to give us a thankful jam on the back deck! We will have extra heat outside and cold bevs inside. The Po-wagon food truck with be here with a full menu of creole food for your snacking pleasure.

Live Music with Hope Griffin @ Auction House Food Hall Fletcher
Dec 1 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Folk/Americana/Singer-Songwriter. Hope continues to wow audiences and stretch the musical boundaries by switching from soulful ballads to high-energy blues with ease.

Synthesizer Sound Bath w/Logos @ The Well
Dec 1 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

$15 Suggested Donation (no one turned away for lack of funds)

Winter Lights @ The North Carolina Arboretum
Dec 1 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Winter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show made from over one million lights! Located at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, North Carolina, this year’s event features favorites like the famously tall 50-foot lighted tree and the Quilt Garden, along with enchanting new details designed to delight and surprise. Live Music Nightly!!! Event Information and Tickets

 

Dustin Furlow @ Blue Mountain Pizza Weaverville
Dec 1 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Asheville’s Most Open Mic w/Mike Andersen @ Sly Grog Lounge
Dec 1 @ 7:00 pm – Dec 2 @ 12:00 am
Piano Show @ Off the Wagon Dueling Piano Bar
Dec 1 @ 7:00 pm – Dec 2 @ 2:00 am
Sunday DJ Sessions @ Cafe Canna
Dec 1 @ 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Julie Odell @ 5 Walnut Wine Bar
Dec 1 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
New Orleans singer-songwriter Julie Odell weaves her visions of folk, poetry, and colourful melodies into a warm and brilliant tapestry.
Elevated Open Mic @ Elevated Kava Lounge
Dec 1 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Happy Sunday Asheville! Open mic tonight from 8- close signups start at 7pm!

Shakedown Sunday @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Dec 1 @ 8:30 pm – Dec 2 @ 12:30 am

Sunday nights with a who’s who of the Asheville jam scene. $5-$10 Suggested donation | 21 +

Imperial Nights @ Imperial
Dec 1 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 2 @ 12:00 am

Come on out and enjoy some music with our house DJ. Til 1am on Friday & Saturday

Sunday Night Karaoke @ The Social
Dec 1 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 2 @ 12:00 am
Dec
2
Mon
“Bring Back The Heartbeat”
Dec 2 all-day

Asheville’s music scene is born of age-old traditions, nurtured by a spirit of independence and the muse of the mountain landscape. Here you’ll find our rhythm is proudly rooted in old-time mountain music, but it’s our full spectrum of innovative musicians who truly define our sound. Asheville offers a lively, and perhaps unexpected, experience for the musically-minded traveler.

Through the Bring Back the Heartbeat campaign, IamAVL is partnering with local venues and establishments to offset their costs to get our musicians back to work. Independent Arts and Music is a 501(c)3, so donations can be tax deductible. iamavl.com/music-industry-relief-fund

Our mission is to provide a platform to help expand the reach of Asheville based musicians and artists, to make some great music and art, and to have a great time while doing it.

SAVE THE DATE | Asheville Latin Dance Weekender – Bachata and Salsa @ Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts Asheville
Dec 2 all-day
January 16-19, 2025
Join Bachata and Salsa dancers from all over the world!

Immerse yourself in the rhythmic heartbeat of Latin music at the ultimate Bachata and Salsa Weekend in Asheville, NC! Join us for a vibrant celebration of dance and culture featuring a spectacular lineup of workshops, masterclasses, and social dancing sessions. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just starting out, our expert instructors will guide you through every step, from the sensuous moves of Bachata to the electrifying rhythms of Salsa.

Prepare to be swept away by live music performances and exhilarating concerts, where talented DJs will dance you into the night. Make unforgettable memories on the dance floor with fellow enthusiasts from around the world.

Mark your calendars for a weekend filled with passion, music, and unforgettable moments. Get ready to experience the magic of Latin dance like never before, right here in Asheville, NC!

Event Details and Tickets

Musicians In The Round (open mic) @ Catawba Brewing South Slope
Dec 2 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Curated open mic night featuring some of Asheville’s finest pickers and crooners.

The Musicians in the Round is an open mic/in the round that takes place at Catawba Brewing Tasting Room on the South Slope in Asheville, NC. Our first round was on March 9th, 2015 and they just keep getting better.

 

Alien Music Club jazz jam (sort of) @ Turgua Brewing Fairview
Dec 2 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

JP on guitar; Quinn Sternberg on bass; Jeff Rudolph drums!
Sit-in’s are welcome! Bring your instrument or voice!

All Original Open Mic hosted by Dan Johnston @ Old Town District Black Mountain
Dec 2 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Calling all Songwriters: All Original Open Mic at Old Town District.
Bring your songs, voice and ears and let’s get together and share the craft with each other!
110 Black Mt. Ave.
Black Mountain NC

Winter Lights @ The North Carolina Arboretum
Dec 2 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Winter Lights is a spectacular open-air walk-through light show made from over one million lights! Located at the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, North Carolina, this year’s event features favorites like the famously tall 50-foot lighted tree and the Quilt Garden, along with enchanting new details designed to delight and surprise. Live Music Nightly!!! Event Information and Tickets

 

Asheville Monday Night Contra Dance @ St George's Episcopal - West Asheville
Dec 2 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
pay what you can
Find out who will be playing and calling each week click here
Marshall Bluegrass Jam with Branson Raines @ The Historic Methodist Church
Dec 2 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

We are going to keep our Strictly Bluegrass Jam with Host Branson Raines going. Every Monday night at 7:00 p.m. at the historic Methodist Church in the Walnut Community. The address is 15 Barnard Road, Marshall, NC. All Bluegrass lovers, listeners, pickers are welcome to join us to play, sing and fellowship. The strongest thing we will have to drink is Coffee! There is no charge, we will keep the music free!don’t let us Down now, come on down.

The Acoustic Jam will continue on Thursday nights at 7:00 p.m. at the Church as well. Calvin Parham and Logan Clark will host the Jam.