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Dec
31
Tue
Open Mic Returns @ White Horse Black Mountain
Dec 31 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Open Mic w/Hamza @ The Social
Dec 31 2024 @ 7:00 pm – Jan 1 2025 @ 12:00 am
The John Henrys @ 5 Walnut Wine Bar
Dec 31 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Hot Jazz ~ Standards (Great American Songbook) ~ Swing

The Open Jam with The Lactones @ Sovereign Kava
Dec 31 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

We provide full backline–drum kit, amps, piano, keys, and PA with mics/inputs. The jam is hosted by Chris Cooper and Friends, who play for the first half hour or so, and then the jam opens up.

Free Flow Band @ Shiloh & Gaines
Dec 31 2024 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 1 2025 @ 1:00 am

Join us for a very special New Year’s Eve celebration with the one and only Free Flow Band!

According to the Mountain Xpress, the Free Flow Band members are the “The Guardians of Funk, and an Irresistible Dance Party that draws fans from across generations and social groups and if you ask their fans, they will tell you Free Flow is a dance band that doesn’t try to sound like anyone but Free Flow.” Free Flow’s line up of musicians reads like a who’s who of the best Funk Bands ever to grace North Carolina.

No Cover!

Shiloh & Gaines – Your neighborhood bar……no matter where you live.

Coffee ~ Spirits ~ Pool ~ Darts ~ Live Music ~ Dog Friendly ~ Karaoke ~ Songwriters Night & More! Find our music schedule and more at shilohandgaines.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday Weekly DJ Schedule
Dec 31 2024 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 1 2025 @ 2:00 am

Imperial – 9pm-12am

Shakeys – 9pm-2am

Lazy Diamond – 10pm-2am

Double Crown – 10pm-2am

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

Weaverville Open Mic @ Vintage Kava Weaverville
Dec 31 @ 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm

(musicians, comedians, dancers, poets, storytellers)

Tuesday Night Funk Jam @ Asheville Music Hall
Dec 31 2024 @ 10:00 pm – Jan 1 2025 @ 1:00 am
$10 Suggested Donation at the Door (Cash or Venmo accepted, think tip jar, goes 100% to musicians!)
Uncle Lenny’s Krazy Karaoke @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Dec 31 2024 @ 10:00 pm – Jan 1 2025 @ 1:00 am
Jan
1
Wed
“Bring Back The Heartbeat”
Jan 1 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.

Greetings Fellow Music Lovers
Jan 1 all-day

We hope you enjoy our guide to the Asheville area’s dynamic music scene.

If we somehow help to brighten up your day, please consider a $5 donation to help support our efforts in providing the area’s most complete local music calendar.

Venmo: click here 

Last 4 digits – 3383

PayPal: click here

Sierra Template @ Sierra Nevada Mills River
Jan 1 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

The view from our tree-lined brewery is something special no matter the season. Cool down in the Taproom with a farm-fresh salad and small plates, or soak in the sun on our Back Porch with a beer and a snack. Check out our upcoming events and more! click here

Jack’s Old-Time Jam @ Jack Of The Wood
Jan 1 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Hey y’all! Come grab some dinner & a pint and enjoy some of our best local musicians playing at our long-running old-time jam! 5-9pm every Wednesday @jackofthewood 🎻🪕🍔🍺 $1.00 off all Jameson, too! 🥃

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/

Wednesday Bluegrass/Old Time Jam @ Riverside Rhapsody Brewing
Jan 1 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Acoustic Old Time/Bluegrass Jam!! C’mon Out!!

Jay Brown @ Black Mountain Brewery
Jan 1 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Original one-man-band, american roots, singer songwriter. An American roots musician, Jay has hundreds of original songs in his repertoire.  (outside show, weather dependent)
Pisgah Template @ Pisgah Brewing Black Mountain
Jan 1 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

 

 

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. Look for our new indoor taproom opening this Fall/Winter. pisgahbrewing.com

 

 

Twin Leaf Open Mic @ Twin Leaf Brewery
Jan 1 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Wednesday Bluegrass Jam @ Mills River Brewing
Jan 1 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Jam is from 6-9pm. Bear Creek String Bandits, the house band, plays the first hour then the floor is open. Come pick with us! Come out to MRB the first Wednesday of every month for our Bluegrass Jam from 6-9pm! Grab an instrument and join in or just sit back and enjoy!

“Dan’s Jam” Weekly Open Bluegrass Jam @ Town Pump Tavern Black Mountain
Jan 1 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Open Mic: Host Greg Speas @ Camden's Coffee House Mars Hill
Jan 1 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Come demonstrate your talents at Open Mic.
Piano Show @ Off the Wagon Dueling Piano Bar
Jan 1 @ 7:00 pm – Jan 2 @ 2:00 am
Porn Star Karaoke @ Fleetwood's
Jan 1 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
You sing, they dance
21+ // $
Swing Asheville Dance and Lesson @ Haywood Park Hotel
Jan 1 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Swing Asheville is BACK!!
Join us for our weekly dance series in our beautiful new home, the Haywood Park Hotel.
Weekly dance is $10 admission and includes:
Free beginner swing dance lesson (7-8 pm)
Social swing dance to DJed music (8-10 pm)
‘Lights Out Asheville’ – a blues/fusion dance hour to top off the night (10-11 pm)
Weird Wednesday Experimental Jam @ Sly Grog Lounge
Jan 1 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Electronic Collaboration

Cultivated Template @ Cultivated Cocktails Distillery & Tavern
Jan 1 @ 7:24 pm – 8:24 pm

 

Visit our newest location in East Asheville! With food from Mountain Madre. Not Just A Distillery, A Cultivated Experience!!! From grain to garnish, Cultivated Cocktails takes you from the distillation process through the cocktail creation. Blending craft mixers with our quality spirits, creating the recipes, and passing along the perfect way for you to continue your Cultivated experience at home. cultivated-cocktails.com

Bam-a-Lam @ 5 Walnut Wine Bar
Jan 1 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

lo-fi pop and rocknroll with Jason Krekel & Craig Kelberg

Eulogy Template @ Eulogy
Jan 1 @ 8:00 pm – Jan 2 @ 12:00 am

 

Eulogy – A Portal of Sound on the grounds of Burial Beer, Asheville’s South Slope. Open nightly with full bar. Our Box Office is located in the Burial Beer Shop. Roll through anytime during Burial’s operating hours and purchase fee-less tickets for any show we’ve announced. Check out our upcoming offerings of events at eulogyavl.com

Latin Night Wednesdays @ One World Brewing - West
Jan 1 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
DJ Mtn Vibez  $7  at Door.
Mudpuppies Template @ Mudpuppies Sports Bar and Grill
Jan 1 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

 

We are located in the Arden-Asheville-Fletcher-Hendersonville area. With over 60 TVs, you can sit back and relax, knowing that your favorite game is on. We showcase some of the top sporting events and serve the area’s best smash burgers, wings, and upscale bar food in the area. Our weekly specials and events include live music performances at least once a week, open mic and team trivia nights that always bring fun and laughter.  mudpuppiesavl.com/

Western Wednesday @ The Double Crown
Jan 1 @ 8:00 pm – Jan 2 @ 12:00 am

December 11th marks the release of Liliana Hudgens second album, Grace. A deeply beautiful record pulled straight from the earth and scattered to the wind with love and reverence.

@claire_whall, local haunting folk singer will be opening the night up with a full band
**DOORS AT 8PM – $10**

 

POETRY OPEN MiC ASHEViLLE @ Sovereign Kava
Jan 1 @ 8:30 pm – 11:00 pm
It’s time for our weekly Wednesday Open Mic with Caleb Beissert!
Get in line early to get a good spot, the list fills up super fast!!
Sign up at 8 pm, Mic starts at 8:30
All forms of entertainment welcome, (not just poetry.)
Imperial Nights @ Imperial
Jan 1 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 2 @ 12:00 am

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

Karaoke Wednesday @ The Social
Jan 1 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 2 @ 12:00 am
Let Them Know You Saw It On LiveMusicAsheville.com
Jan 1 @ 9:00 pm
One World Template @ One World Brewing - West
Jan 1 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 2 @ 12:00 am

 

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

 

Shiloh Template @ Shiloh & Gaines
Jan 1 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 2 @ 12:00 am

 

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

 

 

Sexy Service Industry Night @ Shakeys Dive Bar
Jan 1 @ 10:00 pm – Jan 2 @ 2:00 am

DJ’s | No Cover

Wednesday Karaoke @ The Lazy Diamond
Jan 1 @ 10:00 pm – Jan 2 @ 2:00 am
Jan
2
Thu
Greetings Fellow Music Lovers
Jan 2 all-day

We hope you enjoy our guide to the Asheville area’s dynamic music scene.

If we somehow help to brighten up your day, please consider a $5 donation to help support our efforts in providing the area’s most complete local music calendar.

Venmo: click here 

Last 4 digits – 3383

PayPal: click here

Music Venues, Bands & Promoters – Try This
Jan 2 all-day

1) Perform an internet search for the key words that music loving visitors use, i.e. “Asheville live music” or “live music Asheville”. See which site populates.

2) Promote your gigs on that site.

Hope That Helps!!!

P.S. (Ask about the discounted “Recovery Rates” for our LOOK HERE featured listings available through December!)

 

SAVE THE DATE | Asheville Latin Dance Weekender – Bachata and Salsa @ Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts Asheville
Jan 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

Aaron LaFalce @ 131 Main Restaurant
Jan 2 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Enjoy Live Music with Aaron on the keys and vocals every Thursday!

Billy Presnell Thursdays @ Black Mountain Pizza & Ale House
Jan 2 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Ready to jam out and indulge in some mouth-watering pizza? Bluegrass-jazz fusion!!!

BUTTS & BOOTS :: Line Dancing @ Banks Ave.
Jan 2 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Howdy Pard’ners
Join Jerri & Christopher for country music, line dancing, and beginner 2 step!
* No Partner needed
>> NO COVER<<
Jazz & Wine Night with Mattick Frick @ Whistle Hop Brewing Co
Jan 2 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Jerry’s Dead @ French Broad River Brewery
Jan 2 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come celebrate Jerry Garcia with Tim Marsh, Dan Pederson, Lee Kram, Gus Vigo & others EVERY THURSDAY, 6pm-9pm at the French Broad River Brewery Taproom! Covering the gamut of the Jerry Garcia songbook, from well-known Grateful Dead hits to JGB deep cuts, this quartet delivers with fervor and improvisational spirit intact.

French Broad River Brewery is conveniently located at the edge of Biltmore Village. Come drop by for a Beer, Pizza, Sports on our big screen TVS, Live music and more in our tasting room. All ages & Friendly pets are welcome! French Broad River Pizza is our restaurant attached to our taproom. frenchbroadbrewery.com

Jerry’s Dead (Jerry Garcia/GD tribute) @ Asheville Music Hall
Jan 2 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Suggested $5-$10 donation

Open Old Time Jam @ Leveller Brewing Weaverville
Jan 2 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come for to listen, come for to jam. Bring your banjos, your fiddles, your guitars and basses.

Thursday Weekly DJ Schedule
Jan 2 @ 6:00 pm – Jan 3 @ 2:00 am

The Whale West Asheville – 6-9pm

The Radical Hotel – 7:00-10:00pm

Bens Tune Up – 7-11pm

Room 9 – 9pm – 2am

Imperial – 9pm – 1am

Static Age Loft – 9pm-2am

Lazy Diamond – 10pm -2am

Double Crown – 11pm -2am

True Home Open Mic Night @ Flood Gallery Fine Art Center
Jan 2 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm

After being destroyed by Hurricane Helene in Black Mountain, Flood Gallery Fine Art Center is back! Now centrally located at River Ridge Business Center just off I-240 Exit 8.

ALL ARTS OPEN MIC @ STORY PARLOR
Jan 2 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Ionize @ Blue Mountain Pizza Weaverville
Jan 2 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Rock-N-Reggae with Billy Owens & Friends

Marshall Depot Acoustic Jam @ Historic Methodist Church Marshall
Jan 2 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

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

All Ol Time 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.

 

Mike Weaver’s Live Jukebox Live @ The Hound Lounge
Jan 2 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come on out to hear some dazzlingly diverse songs, all played at your request! That’s right, you pick ’em and I perform ’em live!

Piano Show @ Off the Wagon Dueling Piano Bar
Jan 2 @ 7:00 pm – Jan 3 @ 2:00 am
Piano, Pizza & Pints with Eric Ciborski @ Barley’s Taproom & Pizzeria
Jan 2 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The B’s Trio @ The Great Hall at Omni Grove Park Inn
Jan 2 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Thursday Bluegrass Jam hosted by Drew Matulich @ Jack Of The Wood
Jan 2 @ 7:00 pm – 11:30 pm

Our amazing Thursday BlueGrass jam curated by the talented Drew Matulich! Don’t miss your chance to check out some of the best pickers from all over WNC! A real show-stopping performance only at Jack of the Wood! The Bluegrass Jam will start after the host band at 9:30 and go to 11:30pm. Pickers bring your instruments! Enjoy $1 OFF all our bourbons every Thursday

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/

Old Farmers Ball Contra Dance @ Warren Wilson College
Jan 2 @ 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
The oldest contra dance in the Asheville area is sponsored by us and is held every Thursday on the Warren Wilson campus
Free lesson 7:30-8, dance 8-11
  • Non-members: $12
  • OFB Members: $10
  • Warren Wilson community: $1

If this is your first time dancing with us, your second dance is free!

Pleasure Chest is Back!!! @ 5 Walnut Wine Bar
Jan 2 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Blues, Rock n Roll & Soul Music, sure to make you move! Funky but chic SINCE 2012

The Foundry Collective @ The Foundry Hotel
Jan 2 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

A rotating series of local musicians play every Thursday in The Workshop Lounge.

 

Elevated Jam Night @ Elevated Kava Lounge
Jan 2 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Elevate your jam session experience! Join us for an evening of collaborative music-making where we provide the backline (drums & keyboards) – you bring your instrument and your talent!

Fee Fi PHaux fISH @ One World Brewing - West
Jan 2 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Phish night with Fee Fi PHaux fISH (formerly The Lumpy Heads).
Featuring: Alex Bazemore, Ben Falcon, Hannah Ramsey, and Ryan Crabtree.
$5 Cover (Suggested $10)

 

Thursday Open Jam @ Elevated Kava Lounge
Jan 2 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Thursday Weekly Karaoke
Jan 2 @ 8:00 pm – Jan 3 @ 2:00 am

Please verify times and KJ with the venue!

Wag World Pub – 7-11

Daddy Mac’s Downhome Dive 8-11

Shiloh and Gaines 8-11

Static Age Loft 8-12

Shakeys Dive Bar 9pm-2am

 

Bachata Thursday @ Urban Orchard Cider Co. - South Slope
Jan 2 @ 8:30 pm – Jan 3 @ 12:00 am
Cha Cha, Cumbia, Merengue and Salsa.
Entry includes class. $10 entry for all.
Mar & The Marmeladies @ Crow and Quill
Jan 2 @ 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm

Latin American Folk

$10 Cover

Elaine’s Dueling Piano Bar @ The Omni Grove Park Inn
Jan 2 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 3 @ 1:00 am
Imperial Nights @ Imperial
Jan 2 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 3 @ 12:00 am

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

Karaoke with DJ Kyle @ The Social
Jan 2 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 3 @ 1:00 am
Let Them Know You Saw It On LiveMusicAsheville.com
Jan 2 @ 9:00 pm
Jan
3
Fri
Greetings Fellow Music Lovers
Jan 3 all-day

We hope you enjoy our guide to the Asheville area’s dynamic music scene.

If we somehow help to brighten up your day, please consider a $5 donation to help support our efforts in providing the area’s most complete local music calendar.

Venmo: click here 

Last 4 digits – 3383

PayPal: click here

Stay Up To Date
Jan 3 all-day

We Update Our Website On Wednesday &  Thursday For The Week Ahead Plus Provide Daily Updates And Often Post Events We Find Out Right From Our Phone When We Are Out And About!!!

We Suggest You Add Our Calendar Page To Your Home Screen On Your Phone!!! Here’s How

 

 

 

 

 

Mr Jimmy @ The Station Black Mountain
Jan 3 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Enjoy authentic Blues music from Mr Jimmy while imbibing in the friendly atmosphere of the The Station.

Fatty & Friends (gypsy jazz) @ Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar
Jan 3 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Dueling Piano Show @ Off the Wagon Dueling Piano Bar
Jan 3 @ 6:00 pm – Jan 4 @ 2:00 am
Hot Club of Asheville @ The Foundry Hotel
Jan 3 @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Commodore Fox Band @ Wild Wing Cafe South
Jan 3 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Asheville’s tried and true blue cover band. No cover.

Friday Weekly DJ Schedule
Jan 3 @ 8:00 pm – Jan 4 @ 2:00 am

Ben’s Tune Up – 8-11pm

Banks Ave – 9-11:30pm

Double Crown – 9pm-2am

Havana Miami – 9pm-2am

Room 9 Nightclub – 9pm-2am

Static Age Loft – 9pm-2am

Waterstreet – 9pm-2am

Imperial – 9pm-1am

The Barksdale – 10pm-2am

Lazy Diamond – 10pm-2am

Strange Magic Bar – 10pm-2am

Scandals -10pm-2am

Shakeys – 10pm-2am

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

Karaoke tonight! @ Brewskies Fairview
Jan 3 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
TBirds KARAOKE @ T Birds Weaverville
Jan 3 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Elaine’s Dueling Piano Bar @ The Omni Grove Park Inn
Jan 3 @ 8:30 pm – Jan 4 @ 1:00 am
Big Blue Band @ Shakeys
Jan 3 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 4 @ 2:00 am

Live Music every 1st and 3rd Friday with the Big Blue Band, the anti-hero of jam bands!!! Mad Mike DJ’s til 2am

DJ Dr. Filth @ Crow and Quill
Jan 3 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 4 @ 12:00 am

Vinyl night with Asheville FM’s own Dr. Filth! Old time rock n’ roll of all stripes. $5 cover

Friday Karaoke @ Brewskies Fairview
Jan 3 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 4 @ 12:00 am
Let Them Know You Saw It On LiveMusicAsheville.com
Jan 3 @ 9:00 pm
LiftOff DJ DANCE NIGHT @ Urban Orchard Cider Co. - South Slope
Jan 3 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 4 @ 1:00 am

$10 COVER @ DOOR 21+

Terraoke Friday Night Karaoke @ Handlebar & Grill
Jan 3 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 4 @ 1:00 am
The Lactones @ Sovereign Kava
Jan 3 @ 9:00 pm – Jan 4 @ 12:00 am
Lactones are back with that drip noise for ya! Come experience the experimental exploratory improvised compositions and original songs rooted in solid drippy groove-based psychedelic progressive rock and space soul.
Jan
4
Sat
“Bring Back The Heartbeat”
Jan 4 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.

Greetings Fellow Music Lovers
Jan 4 all-day

We hope you enjoy our guide to the Asheville area’s dynamic music scene.

If we somehow help to brighten up your day, please consider a $5 donation to help support our efforts in providing the area’s most complete local music calendar.

Venmo: click here 

Last 4 digits – 3383

PayPal: click here

Stay Up To Date
Jan 4 all-day

We Update Our Website On Wednesday &  Thursday For The Week Ahead Plus Provide Daily Updates And Often Post Events We Find Out Right From Our Phone When We Are Out And About!!!

We Suggest You Add Our Calendar Page To Your Home Screen On Your Phone!!! Here’s How

 

 

 

 

 

Bluegrass Brunch with Suns Of Stars @ Bold Rock Hard Cider - Asheville
Jan 4 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Yala Cultural Tour + Drum Workshop @ LEAF Global Arts
Jan 4 @ 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.
Let Them Know You Saw It On LiveMusicAsheville.com
Jan 4 @ 4:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Nobody’s Darling String Band @ Jack Of The Wood
Jan 4 @ 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/

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dueling Piano Show @ Off the Wagon Dueling Piano Bar
Jan 4 @ 6:00 pm – Jan 5 @ 2:00 am
Mr Jimmy @ Asheville Club
Jan 4 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Enjoy authentic Blues music from Mr Jimmy.

Riyen Roots @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Jan 4 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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

Country Music With a Little Bluegrass @ The Old Home Place Mills River
Jan 4 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Live music every Saturday night. Large dance floor. Country music with a little bluegrass in the mix. Good clean fun in an alcohol free environment.