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Dec
3
Tue
Dinah’s Daydream @ The Lobster Trap
Dec 3 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Live gypsy jazz

 

Sarah and Chad @ Blue Mountain Pizza Weaverville
Dec 3 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Early Tuesday Jam @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Dec 3 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Suggested Donation

Grateful Family Band Tuesdays @ One World Brewing - West
Dec 3 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
We are deadicated to bringing you all things Grateful Dead and related.

Tuesdays are back baby! Grateful Family Band serving up your favorite Dead tunes.

$5 – $10 Suggested Donation
Family Friendly
See you out there!

Live Jazz Tuesdays: Sanders, Boyd, Page & Hall @ Little Jumbo
Dec 3 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Real Live Jazz – No Cover

Every Tuesday, savor experimental Musica Universalis, focused primarily on the group’s original writing and sonic explorations. These aural wayfarers fear no boundary.

Open Mic Returns @ White Horse Black Mountain
Dec 3 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Open Mic w/Hamza @ The Social
Dec 3 @ 7:00 pm – Dec 4 @ 12:00 am
The John Henrys @ 5 Walnut Wine Bar
Dec 3 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Hot Jazz ~ Standards (Great American Songbook) ~ Swing

The Open Jam with The Lactones @ Sovereign Kava
Dec 3 @ 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.

Weaverville Open Mic @ Vintage Kava Weaverville
Dec 3 @ 9:00 pm – 11:30 pm

(musicians, comedians, dancers, poets, storytellers)

Tuesday Night Funk Jam @ Asheville Music Hall
Dec 3 @ 10:00 pm – Dec 4 @ 1:00 am
$10 Suggested Donation at the Door (Cash or Venmo accepted, think tip jar, goes 100% to musicians!)
Dec
4
Wed
“Bring Back The Heartbeat”
Dec 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.

Jack’s Old-Time Jam @ Jack Of The Wood
Dec 4 @ 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/

Noise Farm & Dr. Funky Squirrel @ One World Brewing - West
Dec 4 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Asheville Music School Student Rock Bands

A portion of Proceeds Benefits Asheville Music School
Tacotento Mexican Food Truck OPEN
Wednesday Bluegrass/Old Time Jam @ Riverside Rhapsody Brewing
Dec 4 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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

Jay Brown @ Black Mountain Brewery
Dec 4 @ 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)
Roundtop Ridge Stringband @ Cellarest Beer Project
Dec 4 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Twin Leaf Open Mic @ Twin Leaf Brewery
Dec 4 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Wagbar Open Mic Night @ Wagbar Weaverville,
Dec 4 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Hosted by Billy Litz (weather permitting)
Wednesday Bluegrass Jam @ Mills River Brewing
Dec 4 @ 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!

Well-Crafted Wednesdays w/ Matt Smith @ Highland Brewing Company
Dec 4 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

I’m very happy to have a great lineup of friends joining me for Well Crafted Wednesdays.

11/27 – Chris Cooper & Zack Smith

 

Winter Lights @ The North Carolina Arboretum
Dec 4 @ 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

 

Larry Dolamore @ Blue Mountain Pizza Weaverville
Dec 4 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
“Dan’s Jam” Weekly Open Bluegrass Jam @ Town Pump Tavern Black Mountain
Dec 4 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Dark City Songwriter Round @ White Horse Black Mountain
Dec 4 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Monthly Song Swap “in the round” style hosted by Beth Lee with guest songwriters who bring to the stage the highest level of song craft in the best listening room in WNC. Pay What You Can

This week features Wes Collins & Chris Rosser

Latin Jazz + The Breakfast Club Ensembles @ Lipinsky Auditorium, UNCA Campus
Dec 4 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Will Boyd & Zack Page,  directors
Free and open to all!!
7:00 PM
Lipinsky Hall / UNCA Campus

 

Open Mic: Host Greg Speas @ Camden's Coffee House Mars Hill
Dec 4 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Come demonstrate your talents at Open Mic.
Piano Show @ Off the Wagon Dueling Piano Bar
Dec 4 @ 7:00 pm – Dec 5 @ 2:00 am
Rod Sphere @ The Joint Next Door Fairview
Dec 4 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

He performs original material, and puts his unique spin on classics from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s.

Weird Wednesday Experimental Jam @ Sly Grog Lounge
Dec 4 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Electronic Collaboration

Bam-a-Lam @ 5 Walnut Wine Bar
Dec 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

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

Cowboy Bebop Live! Bebop Bounty Big Band @ The Orange Peel
Dec 4 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Cowboy Bebop Live! Bebop Bounty Big Band @ The Orange Peel
Dec 4 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Sam Grisman Project @ Eulogy
Dec 4 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Sounding Arrow / Garden Apartments / Gary Jules @ Static Age-Records
Dec 4 @ 8:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Western Wednesday @ The Double Crown
Dec 4 @ 8:00 pm – Dec 5 @ 12:00 am

**NOV 27TH – LOCK , STOCK & TEARDROPS**
**DOORS AT 8PM – $10**

 

Willie Watson with Viv & Riley @ The Grey Eagle
Dec 4 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
POETRY OPEN MiC ASHEViLLE @ Sovereign Kava
Dec 4 @ 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.)
Suns Of Stars @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Dec 4 @ 10:00 pm – Dec 5 @ 1:00 am

Asheville based band that blends contemporary and traditional bluegrass with a high energy jam style. (Jamgrass)

$5 Donation @ The Door // 21+

 

 

Dec
5
Thu
The Doors: Unhinged! @ The Grey Eagle
Dec 5 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

 

Open Old Time Jam @ Leveller Brewing Weaverville
Dec 5 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm

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

Connor Hunt @ Mills River Brewing Co.
Dec 5 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

americana/country

Dani & Dazey Helene Benefit @ One World Brewing Downtown
Dec 5 @ 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Talented Asheville artists/musicians Dani Grace & Miss Dazey are uniting fellow artists for a family in need, their initiative showcases art’s power to foster positive change & solidarity within the community.
Join us & our friends for an evening of community fun!
Free Entry, Donations of winter clothes or funds appreciated
Jerry’s Dead (Jerry Garcia/GD tribute) @ Asheville Music Hall
Dec 5 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Suggested $5-$10 donation

Winter Lights @ The North Carolina Arboretum
Dec 5 @ 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

 

ALL ARTS OPEN MIC @ STORY PARLOR
Dec 5 @ 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Jillian Bonnet Cuello @ Blue Mountain Pizza Weaverville
Dec 5 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
All Female Singer Songwriter Showcase @ The Joint Next Door Fairview
Dec 5 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Marshall Depot Acoustic Jam @ Historic Methodist Church Marshall
Dec 5 @ 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.

 

Piano Show @ Off the Wagon Dueling Piano Bar
Dec 5 @ 7:00 pm – Dec 6 @ 2:00 am
The Thursday Bluegrass Jam hosted by Drew Matulich @ Jack Of The Wood
Dec 5 @ 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/

Dulci Divas & Decadence @ White Horse Black Mountain
Dec 5 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Join us for an evening of original music, jazz classics and a few holiday tunes, including Dulci, lead woman of the band Fwuit,original holiday song, Colorful Christmas, with special guest divas. Pay What You Can. The suggested price per ticket is $15.

Old Farmers Ball Contra Dance @ Warren Wilson College
Dec 5 @ 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
Dec 5 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

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

Elevated Jam Night @ Elevated Kava Lounge
Dec 5 @ 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
Dec 5 @ 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)

 

Firecracker Jazz Band @ Crow and Quill
Dec 5 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

New Orleans Party Jazz

$10 cover

 

LA LOM with The National Reserve @ Eulogy
Dec 5 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Sam Barber w/ Waylon Wyatt
Dec 5 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
CHARLIE TRAVELER PRESENTS: Mike Dillon & Punkadelick ft. Brian Haas @ One World Brewing - West
Dec 5 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 6 @ 12:00 am

$12 adv. / $15 d.o.s.

Paper Pills / Seismic Sutra / Bombay Gasoline / Childcraft Annual @ Static Age-Records
Dec 5 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 6 @ 1:00 am

Hurricane Helene Benefit Show

Proceeds go to ARTSAVL

Donation based entry

Dec
6
Fri
Mr Jimmy @ The Station Black Mountain
Dec 6 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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

Dueling Piano Show @ Off the Wagon Dueling Piano Bar
Dec 6 @ 6:00 pm – Dec 7 @ 2:00 am
Winter Lights @ The North Carolina Arboretum
Dec 6 @ 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

 

Grass Is Back @ Fletcher Feed and Seed
Dec 6 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
GRASS IS BACK 2024!
Bluegrass Every Friday Night!
11/29 – Whitewater Bluegrass Co.
No Cover!
Commodore Fox Band @ Wild Wing Cafe South
Dec 6 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

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

The Lactones @ Sovereign Kava
Dec 6 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
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.
Big Blue Band @ Shakeys
Dec 6 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 7 @ 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

Soul Night with MzConnie Mo @ The Double Crown
Dec 6 @ 10:00 pm – Dec 7 @ 1:00 am

SOUL BLUES AND R&B SINGER …
I am  MzConnie Mo

10pm  $10

The Double Crown – Great vibes, great bourbon, and great music!

 

 

 

 

Dec
7
Sat
“Bring Back The Heartbeat”
Dec 7 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.

Yala Cultural Tour + Drum Workshop @ LEAF Global Arts
Dec 7 @ 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 Hillclimbers, The Dirty French Broads, and Carolina Cold Ones @ Ritual Recovery
Dec 7 @ 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm

A free-to-attend afternoon dedicated to supporting the recovery of our community hosted by Ritual Recovery with musical performances by The Hillclimbers, The Dirty French Broads, and Carolina Cold Ones. Free T-shirts and complimentary meals from Tin Can pizzeria.

Mama Roux @ Twin Leaf Brewery
Dec 7 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Soul n’ Roll, Jazz ‘n Jam, Funk ‘n Junk

Nobody’s Darling String Band @ Jack Of The Wood
Dec 7 @ 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
Dec 7 @ 6:00 pm – Dec 8 @ 2:00 am
Mr Jimmy @ Asheville Club
Dec 7 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Enjoy authentic Blues music from Mr Jimmy.

Riyen Roots @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Dec 7 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

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

Winter Lights @ The North Carolina Arboretum
Dec 7 @ 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

 

Country Music With a Little Bluegrass @ The Old Home Place Mills River
Dec 7 @ 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.

Sarah Tucker @ Claddagh Restaurant & Pub
Dec 7 @ 9:00 pm – Dec 8 @ 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.

Dec
8
Sun
SAVE THE DATE | Asheville Latin Dance Weekender – Bachata and Salsa @ Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts Asheville
Dec 8 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

Jazz Brunch @ Bridge & Tunnel Coffee Company at AB Tech
Dec 8 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

We’ll have a jazz trio playing and our full plant-centric menu, espresso and smoothie bar.

Mourning Mass @ Eulogy
Dec 8 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

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

 

The Bluegrass Boys @ Jack Of The Wood
Dec 8 @ 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/
Adam Rose Duo (Jazz) @ Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar
Dec 8 @ 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Mr Jimmy Blues & Brews @ S & W Market Downtown
Dec 8 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Suns of Stars Early Sunday Residency @ One World Brewing - West
Dec 8 @ 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

 

Sunday Jazz Jam @ Ginger's Revenge Craft Brewery & Tasting Room
Dec 8 @ 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 8 @ 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 8 @ 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/

Reggae Sunday w/ Chalwa and Alvitas Way @ Asheville Music Hall
Dec 8 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Suggested $5 Donation

Winter Lights @ The North Carolina Arboretum
Dec 8 @ 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’s Most Open Mic w/Mike Andersen @ Sly Grog Lounge
Dec 8 @ 7:00 pm – Dec 9 @ 12:00 am
One Love Sundays @ One World Brewing - West
Dec 8 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Keeping the Reggae Vibes going through the fall! Rotating Reggae Bands each Sunday!
Bands include:
Dub Kartel
Below the Bassline
Tuff Sol
The LUV Boat
The Sun Sippers
$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
Piano Show @ Off the Wagon Dueling Piano Bar
Dec 8 @ 7:00 pm – Dec 9 @ 2:00 am
Elevated Open Mic @ Elevated Kava Lounge
Dec 8 @ 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

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

Shakedown Sunday with Brightsome Color @ The One Stop at Asheville Music Hall
Dec 8 @ 8:30 pm – Dec 9 @ 12:30 am

Brightsome Color is a who’s who of the Asheville jam scene. $5-$10 Suggested donation | 21 +

Dec
9
Mon
“Bring Back The Heartbeat”
Dec 9 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.

Musicians In The Round (open mic) @ Catawba Brewing South Slope
Dec 9 @ 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.

 

All Original Open Mic hosted by Dan Johnston @ Old Town District Black Mountain
Dec 9 @ 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