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Aug
12
Mon
Sunday August 25, 2-5pm
Celebrate Mardi Gras early with an incredible afternoon of live music, fun, and festivity in support of Asheville Mardi Gras as a kickstart to their planning & efforts for Asheville Mardi Gras 2025! The Po’ Wagon Food Truck will be there with Creole Cuisine for lunch & dancing fuel (for sale). Show will be outside weather permitting. Mardi Gras Attire Encouraged. $20 advance Event Details and Tickets
A live performance by the Joe Krown Trio + 1 featuring Papa Mali is a journey through the rich musical heritage of New Orleans. The Joe Krown Trio is known for its authentic New Orleans sound, blending elements of jazz, blues, and funk. Led by the acclaimed keyboardist Joe Krown, the trio delivers a rich, groove-filled experience. Adding another layer of musical depth is Papa Mali. Known for his gritty, soulful voice and masterful guitar playing, Papa Mali infuses the trio’s music with a swampy, bluesy vibe that’s reminiscent of the bayou.
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
Aug
13
Tue
The Arbor Trio features Mack Johnston on mandolin, Melanie Johnston on Mountain Dulcimer and Jeff McKelvey on guitar and vocals. The group plays a wide variety of musical genres.
Apart from the parking fee, there is no other admission charge to enter the Arboretum.
Progressive Bluegrass with Asheville’s all star band , The Greenliners!
Bring a blanket or a lawn chair, and come enjoy these family-friendly evenings of great music! The concert series is free, but donations are always welcome and encouraged.
Aug
14
Wed
Join your friends and neighbors at Hi-Wire Brewing River Arts District, for an unforgettable night to rally support for FBO at Hominy Creek, facing closure on October 15th. Let’s come together and make some noise to save our beloved community gathering place!
Groove to the sweet summer rock & soul music by:
ALIEN MUSIC CLUB featuring the most magical
REGGIE HEADEN & PEGGY RATUSZ
Dance the night away, win amazing raffle prizes from local restaurants and vintage clothing vendors like Sentimental Eclectic, Bad News Vintage and more. Come rally and show your love for FBO at Hominy Creek. This is our chance to make a difference – let Buncombe County hear our voices. Keep the “Creek” alive and thriving! This is a family friendly event!
$12 at the door
21+
North by North
(Chicago Garage/Powerpop)
tinyTVs
(Feral GaragePunk)
My Gal Monday
Aug
15
Thu
Sunday August 25, 2-5pm
Celebrate Mardi Gras early with an incredible afternoon of live music, fun, and festivity in support of Asheville Mardi Gras as a kickstart to their planning & efforts for Asheville Mardi Gras 2025! The Po’ Wagon Food Truck will be there with Creole Cuisine for lunch & dancing fuel (for sale). Show will be outside weather permitting. Mardi Gras Attire Encouraged. $20 advance Event Details and Tickets
A live performance by the Joe Krown Trio + 1 featuring Papa Mali is a journey through the rich musical heritage of New Orleans. The Joe Krown Trio is known for its authentic New Orleans sound, blending elements of jazz, blues, and funk. Led by the acclaimed keyboardist Joe Krown, the trio delivers a rich, groove-filled experience. Adding another layer of musical depth is Papa Mali. Known for his gritty, soulful voice and masterful guitar playing, Papa Mali infuses the trio’s music with a swampy, bluesy vibe that’s reminiscent of the bayou.
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
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!
Linda Mitchell (guitar and vocals) is inviting members of Asheville Women of Jazz to play with her on three Thursday evenings in August. Come on out to hear great jazz and taste the fabulous food from the South African menu at The Bush Farmhouse in Black Mountain.
Join us on August 15th at 6p to raise our voices together and sing our fave Beatles tunes! The House of Mercy band will be here jammin’ live!
We open the doors, and songbooks, to people of ALL walks of life; NO SINGING EXPERINCE REQUIRED! This is all about joining in community to feel the love and beauty of music, from one of the most esteemed discographies of all time!
Every Third Thursday the Museum comes alive with an evening filled with music, tours, art making and more!
Live Music: Jazzville: Playing selections from the American Song Book that are timeless and flexible in their ability to withstand countless interpretations.
Free for Members or included with Museum admission.
Outlaw Country, Southern Rock, Americana
Thursday, August 15th | 6:30PM | Food Truck: The Downstream Deli
Auragami is a four piece eclectic rock jam band based in Greenville, SC. With their catchy melodies, tight arrangements, endless jams and smooth vocal harmonies, the band seems to defy being pinned down to any one genre.
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!
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
Acoustic Roots and Blues with Peggy Ratusz feat my guests, Mare Carmody and Paul McIntire.
Eli has developed his own distinct style by live looping with a custom-built, seven-string hybrid guitar, allowing him to fill the roles of multiple instrumentalists all at once.
folk, blues, traditional, country
Each show will take place on the large baseball field located behind the playground. A food truck will be parked on-site near the concession stands for each show. Concert-goers are encouraged to bring their own chairs/blankets to claim a seat in the outfield.
August 15: Pink Beds
ADVANCED: $10.00 DAY OF: $12.00
Atlanta Hardcore invades the Lounge with local support!!
$10 cover
Celebrating the Music of Prince, James Brown, Michael Jackson & More! Feat. Kanika Moore, Adam Chase, Isaac Haden, John Daniel Ray, Alex Bradley & Chris Bullock!
AUGUST 15th @ Asheville Music Hall // DOORS: 7PM SHOW: 8PM // TICKETS: ADV: $20 DOS: $25 // 21+
The Heavenly Vipers play a genre-bending mix of jazz, honky tonk, and rock.
$10
Cmon!! Let’s tear it down on a Thursday! Bonedozer-Gospel Slude Blues from Asheville with looping wizard Iggy Radio!!! No Cover just Rock!!
8PM (DOORS)
9PM (SHOW)
$10
+21
Aug
16
Fri
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.
From the first note to the last note, Elliott and the Untouchables deliver deep blues drenched with raw emotion. From gritty Chicago boogie to swampy Delta blues to Texas shuffles to West Coast jumpin’ blues. Every aspect of the blues.
36th Annual Downtown After 5 Presented by Prestige Subaru. DTA5 is held on North Lexington Avenue. Events are free and open to the public.
September 20 – Oliver Hazard and opener Paul McDonald
Adam Chase brings his “Adam Chase & Friends” Show to New Belgium Brewery featuring 5x Grammy Winning Saxophonist Chris Bullock, Isaac Hadden, Thommy Knoles, John Daniel Ray, Caromia & Rebekah Todd. This performance will feature jazz infused funky arrangements of some of Chase’s favorite songs.
indie rock/alt-country
No Cover
Join us at Wicked Weed West for live music with Paul Edelman aka The Jangling Sparrow
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!
Blues/Swing/Pop/Folk Rock/Classic Country!
The duo performs original songs with favorites from Tom Petty, Eagles, Chris Stapleton, Avett Brothers, and Jason Isbell.
Join us for an evening of blue grass with The Kruger Brothers in the Sierra Nevada High Gravity Room!
Friday, August 16th | 6 PM DOORS | 7PM SHOW | $40 – $55 Event Details and Tickets
Here melodies meet stories woven by the gifted brothers Jens and Uwe Kruger, alongside their musical partner Joel Landsberg. With a unique blend of bluegrass, folk, and classical influences, their music flows like a gentle river, guiding listeners on a journey through a rich tapestry of emotions.
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
Mike is an singer-songwriter who performs original tunes along with a variety of favorites from the 70s through today including Jim Croce, Chris Stapleton, The Beatles, Robert Earl Keen, Tyler Childers, Jason Isbell, Pearl Jam, Gordon Lightfoot and other favorites.
With an extensive selection of Beer, Cider, Seltzer, & Hard Sweet Tea on Tap, our Mills River location also offers a full liquor bar, cocktail list, wines and non-alcoholic options plus a full kitchen! See what’s on tap and more at amb.beer/mills-river
Songwriting duo cranking out original material, Southern Appalachian, and Piedmont Blues.
Asheville based Robert Thomas Band is a tightly-knit, multi-genre, keyboard/guitar-infused ensemble, weaving a musical tapestry of jazz, prog rock, Celtic, and New Age styles, inspired by the music of Steely Dan, Pat Metheny, and Kansas. In addition to an extensive catalog of original music, the band’s set list includes a broad range of cover tunes, including: Sting, Steely Dan, Bruce Hornsby, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Al Jarreau, Ray Charles, Billy Joel, Todd Rundgren, Harry Connick Jr. and Elton John. No Cover
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
Country, Rock ‘n’ Soul artist Trey Duncan
Jason Lee Wilson and James Country will be playing a mix of rockabilly and traditional country!
Fun Size! features Christina Chandler on guitar and vocals and Roddy Wilder on bass and vocals. Tasty covers, killer originals.
he Old Futures, The Kindest People, And Brian Revels play all your favorite radio hits. Doors @ 6, Show @ 7. $10
Cosmic Charlie is coming to the Indoor Stage at Salvage Station on Friday, August 16th, 2024! Doors open @ 7 PM and the music starts @ 8 PM. This is a General Admission show with FREE ON-SITE PARKING! Root Down will be serving their delicious twist on Southern Soul Food PLUS we will have our FULL bar open for you to enjoy!
$20 ADV / $25 DOS Event Details and Tickets
Cosmic Charlie was born in the musical Mecca of Athens, Georgia. From its summer 1999 inception, the band swiftly cemented its reputation as a band that puts a unique and personal twist on the Grateful Dead catalogue. Cosmic Charlie is a Dead cover band for folks that are ambivalent about Dead cover bands.
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
A founding member of the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. Often referred to as ‘the String Wizard’, he weaves stories of his travels and family life (he has raised 7 kids), taking us through where his musical path has taken him.
$30.00 ADV / $32.00 DOS
Los Gun Show – Asheville supergroup, Psyche blues w members of Drunken Prayer, Pleasure Chest, Reigning Sound, Blind Boy Chocolate & The Milk Sheiks, USXmas, Ouroboros Boys.
Adrianne Blanks & The Oracles – blend swing, Latin, pop and jazz with witchy undertones of psychedelic rock and seductive soul. (Adrianne’s Birthday)
Show starts at 8pm with a $10 cover at the door.
“Lake doesn’t need to hide behind a microphone with her big bold ragtime jazz voice. It is something that singles out the leaders of a revival, their gifts revitalize the source, and that is what you hear all the way through” – Spiral Earth
Chuck Lichtenberger, Ashley Heath & Eleanor Underhill
Live Music from the ever-talented Spiro w/ Ryan Crabtree on bass & Michael Rhodes on drums!!
He sets the standard for Asheville BLUES. Don’t miss him live at Mudpuppies.
We showcase some of the top sporting events and serve the area’s best sushi, including sushi rolls, sashimi, and Nigiri. But that’s not all; we also offer the 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, karaoke and team trivia nights that always bring fun and laughter. mudpuppiesavl.com/
ADVANCED: $22.00
DAY OF: $25.00
The Big Throwback is a Top 40’s Dance Band that plays all of your favorite Pop and Dance Hits from the 50’s to today! From Classic Rock, to Oldies, to Jazz, to R&B and to Funk.
Two of Asheville’s freshest and headiest creative collectives join forces once again. Prepare for a cosmic evening of sonic exploration.
$10 // 21+
All the hits you remember from summer vacation!
18+ No Cover
Live music with local favorite Billy Presnell!
Midnight Snack Dance Party presented by @bitemeavl & DIFFERENT WRLD
featuring: @djb0ys_camp + @333444555.mp3
$5-$15 sliding scale
[@bitemeavl ticket holders get free entry + drink tickets]
Dark Dance Night
Featuring: DJ Vandora and special guests DJ Diva Disaster / DJ Pitch Blak
Visuals by Neckroft
Starts 9PM
Cover $5
21+
Bluegrass, Cajun, Classic Southern Rock & More! • $10 COVER AT DOOR
Aug
17
Sat
August 17 & 18 || Doors: 12:00 PM || Show: 1:00 PM || 2 Day Tickets from $45 Event Information and Tickets
The Day of Rock 2 Music Festival is the largest Multi Genre Rock Music Festival in the Carolinas. Bringing together 28 bands over a 2-day period at the iconic Grey Eagle in Asheville, NC. Bands will descend from all over the east coast including newcomers, well established locals, guitar legends, regional, and national touring acts which are amongst the hottest names in rock music right now.
Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of the newest and most exciting Rock Summit, poised to become a perennial powerhouse festival for years to come!
We’ve got music to groove to while shopping for local goods!!
After discovering the pedal steel in 2010, Casey began finding new ways to create sound through the enigmatic instrument. His unique approach to the pedal steel combines elements of steel guitar, bottle-neck slide, deep vibrato, and harmonized melodies.
Music to groove to while shopping for local goods.
Cactus Kate Bryant performs this weekend.
All Things Americana • Fiddler • Violinist • Singer-songwriter
Start your Saturday off with tasty pub fare & refreshing pours at our Music Matinee — featuring friends old & new playing the Ralph Lewis stage at Jack of the Wood from 12-3pm!
Asheville’s Holler & Crow are making their Jack of the Wood debut this week, bringing their whimsical folk fusion magic to the Ralph Lewis stage! With familiar and cherished traditional folk songs, humorous banter and delightful historical insights at every performance, the band has been described as what would happen “if The Pogues net Nickel Creek in the Shire”!
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/
Southern rock meets your favorite jam band, The Late Shifters are crowd pleasers with their large repertoire of covers, ranging from Grateful Dead to Sturgill Simpson, and fun and funky original tunes.
Peri Social House is a 1936 Georgian-Revival Home renovated into a coffee + craft beer shop, housing NC’s Smallest Boutique Hotel. We would love to invite everyone out to our Grand Opening at Peri Social House on Saturday! We are a coffee + beer/wine bar with a 6-room Boutique Hotel. Join us for giveaways all day, live music with americana/folk duo, Mutual Love Club @ Peri Social House Grand Opening Event
Food Truck 2:30-9pm : Mountain Man BBQ
Pop-up with Pure Presence Events
Help us paint our very own Black Mountain Rocking Chairs!
Experience a great new spot for your little ones with our fenced-in side yard: Gaga ball, sensory bin, toddler swing!
Hot Bread Collective will be spinning music from 4-7pm
Join us for an early show before Island Nights Marshall’s Headliner kicks it off at 7pm.
Starting at 4pm, MoonFish 2 lines ‘em up & knocks ‘em down: ‘60s, ‘70s, ‘80, ‘90s bangers, delivered w/humor and energy.
Rock, Pop and 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.
Some of Asheville’s finest players from bands including The Snozzberries, Lumpy Heads, Happy Dog and more team up for a night rock & roll, improvisational jams and more.
Join us at the taproom for live music with Astrosauce! AstroSauce is a high-energy rock trio that’s got a little bit of something for everyone. You can expect rock, funk, prog, and even 80s pop!
With an extensive selection of Beer, Cider, Seltzer, & Hard Sweet Tea on Tap, our Mills River location also offers a full liquor bar, cocktail list, wines and non-alcoholic options plus a full kitchen! See what’s on tap and more at amb.beer/mills-river
Gypsy Jazz!!
To dine on the estate, guests must have a daytime ticket, a Biltmore Annual Pass, or stay at one of the estate’s splendid overnight properties.
Get into the groove with Maddy Curtis and her jazz trio as they bring their amazing talent to the Twin Willows Main Stage!
jazz and improvised music
Mixing genres, styles, and sounds, to create something entirely fresh, this musical powerhouse is ready to buzz around a venue near you!
Come on out, folks – The 58th season of Shindig on the Green is a FREE event in the heart of downtown Asheville on summer Saturday evenings: a joyously spontaneous celebration of traditional and old-time string bands, bluegrass, ballad singers, big circle mountain dancers and cloggers. Stage show on the Bascom Lamar Lunsford stage and informal jam sessions around the park. Bring your instruments, lawn chairs or blankets, family and friends and join us “along about sundown” – or at seven o’clock for those who wear a watch – and enjoy the rich traditional music and dance heritage of the Southern Appalachian Mountains.
Concessions will be available.
$12 -$15
OPEN DECKS 6:00 PM – 10:00PM
YOUR ALLURE 10:00 PM – 11:00 PM
RAB!D RON!E 11:00 PM – 12:00 AM
DISKULL 12:00 AM – 1:00 AM
BK 1:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Psychedelic Rock Era (1967 – 1971) tribute band
