Well Crafted Music Series with Matt Smith
Highland Brewing9/16- The Carpenter Ants 9/23- Amanda Anne Platt and The Honeycutters 9/30- Datrian Johnson w Duane Simpson, Tony Black and Mike Rhodes Check with the venue for Matt's upcoming guest(s).
9/16- The Carpenter Ants 9/23- Amanda Anne Platt and The Honeycutters 9/30- Datrian Johnson w Duane Simpson, Tony Black and Mike Rhodes Check with the venue for Matt's upcoming guest(s).
Most Wednesdays
Join us for a monthly community potluck (6-7pm) followed by two hours of singing led by WACC director and founder Suzannah Park. All songs will be taught by ear and all levels of singers are welcome. We’ll play with harmonies and traditional songs from a handful of different countries that are both sacred and secular/social...
Saxophonist and composer Jack Wilkins recently retired as Professor of Jazz Studies at the University of South Florida School of Music where he was Director of the Jazz Studies program. After retiring, Jack moved back to his native state of North Carolina and has been performing at a variety of venues around the state. Jack...
Come celebrate the beginning of our fall season of Swing Asheville Live! Broad River Bounce is ready to kick off the fall season with the joy of swing. Led by dancer-trombonist Emily Songster, this quintet will be serving up a mix of tempos and styles, every tune designed to make you want to move. Stay...
Grass Underground: a weekly live music event celebrating and exploring the wide world of Bluegrass and its many influences in a unique basement setting right in the heart of downtown Asheville, NC! Hosted by Connor Koz (guitar, vocals for Coyote Rodeo), he brings a rotating cast of his many friends from all over the Grass...
Although we are primarily a Live Music Calendar, we often come across Electronic & DJ events in the area and list them for you as we find out about them. Please verify the DJ, times and cover charges with the venue. One World Brewing West - 8pm-12am (Latin dance) Fleetwoods - 8pm-12am The One Stop...
Peri Social House Black Mountain - 7-9pm (August 5) LA Pizza Party - 7:30-11:30pm The Social East Asheville - 8-11pm OHenrys - 8-11:30pm DayTrip - 9-11:30pm Fleetwoods PSK Karaoke - 9pm-12am (August 12) Crowbar Downtown - 9pm-1am The Lazy Diamond - 10pm-2am The Odd - 9pm-1am (exclude 6/24) Please verify times and KJ with...
Micah Thomas Jazz Trio Sessions every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at The Static Loft. Free to the public.
Western Wednesdays Asheville | Est. 2017 - Every Wednesday | The Double Crown - Asheville, NC Don’t miss the best Honky Tonk in Asheville! **DOORS AT 8PM - $10 0ne Band | $15 Two Bands ** The Double Crown - Great vibes, great bourbon, and great music! (21+ only, dog friendly) A West Asheville...
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Thursday, September 3 • 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm | From $61.33 Event Details and Tickets Come join us for a night of live music on the outdoor stage as part of the French Broad River Brewery Summer Concert Series! The Movement: The Movement has been winning the hearts and minds of alt-reggae fans since...
This is what we mean by “Keep It Fresh. Drink It In.”. Thursdays April through August, we’re settin’ the almost-weekend vibes on our patio with a live DJ, local beverage partners, and interactive experiences. Each month will highlight a different local craft beverage brand, and they’ll be here offering samples and giveaways! You’ll also have...
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! Arbor Evenings runs Wednesdays and Thursdays June 10 through September 18 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. There is no additional cost to attend ArborEvenings beyond our standard...
Most Thursdays!
Jerry’s Dead from Asheville is a fast growing, fan favorite, tribute to the music of Jerry Garcia. Members include Lee Kram on drums and vocals, Gus Vigo on keys and vocals, Dan Pederson on bass and vocals and features Tim Marsh on guitar and lead vocals. Drawing from over a hundred and fifty songs from...
Although we are primarily a Live Music Calendar, we also try to keep track of open mics and jams events in the area and list them for you as we find out about them. As things may change without our knowledge, please verify the with the venue before heading out. Bluegrass Jam @ Zuma Coffee...
Although we are primarily a Live Music Calendar, we often come across Electronic & DJ events in the area and list them for you as we find out about them. Please verify the DJ, times and cover charges with the venue. Pritchard Park Music & Makers Series - 5-8pm (through August) The Exchange Patio at...
Please verify times and KJ with the venue! Peri Social House Black Mountain - 7-9pm (May 6) Silverados Black Mountain - 7-11pm Daddy Mac’s Downhome Dive - 8-11pm Shiloh and Gaines - 8-11pm VOWL - 8-11pm The One Stop - 9pm-12am (August 27) Static Age Loft 10pm-2am Shakeys Dive Bar 9pm-2am
Sept 17 - w/sg Ken Kiser
Carolina Bluegrass Style is a unique blend of young and old, past, present, and perhaps the future of bluegrass music. When Tommy Thomas asked Tyler Chasteen, Don Ashley, and David Prosser to get together and play some music, they had no idea they would be creating a new group. Yet, the popularity of the group...
Thursdays, 7 PM - 10 PM: An evening of smooth sounds and great vibes at Shamrock Irons with live Jazz performances followed by an Open Jam Session! Join us at Shamrock Irons Irish Pub for a night of smooth jazz and one of Asheville’s best midweek hangs. Our weekly Jazz Showcase, curated by Asheville musician...
Led by guitarist Miguel Schwiderke, influenced by Wes Montgomery and John Coltrane, this jazz trio blends deep musicality with spontaneous improvisation. Backed by former Drayton and the Dreamboats members Craig Kellberg on upright bass and Mattick Frick on drums, the group brings together three distinct voices for an engaging and dynamic live performance. $10 weekdays...
As an interactive calendar, we often add events to our calendar as we find out about them, sometimes even from our phone while we are out supporting local live music. By adding our website, LiveMusicAsheville.com to your home screen, we will always be right at your fingertips. Here's how: iPhone (using Safari): Open Safari and navigate...
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...
Get ready to kick off your weekends early with Thursday Night Funk!Barley’s is bringing a fresh weekly funk party to downtown Asheville. Resident DJ gets things started at 7:30PM, followed by the TNFJ House Band and a rotating lineup of special guests taking the stage around 8PM.We’ll kick off the series with special guests and...
One World West is excited to present a new Thursday Residency - Thunder Thursdays! A new project featuring the joint forces of Alex Bazemore and Hannah Ramsey, alongside Joey Remillard and JC Hannon of Strictly Liquid! Expect fresh sets each week, with new takes on old tunes from your favorite artists, and perhaps even some...
Thursday August 27 | 9pm | $10 Asheville, get ready for an unforgettable night! What if James Brown, Prince, and your favorite traditional or quartet artist were blended into one sound? Come experience it live, with plenty of guitar, new material, and “Sunday Morning Praise.” Bring your people, don’t hear about it afterward. Be in...
Boomtown Arts & Heritage FestAVL proudly announces its return for a third year, set for September 4 - 6, 2026, at Pack Square Park in the heart of downtown Asheville. The free, all-ages festival celebrates Western North Carolina’s local music, regional culture, and architectural history with multi-genre main stage performances, interactive family programming, and heritage...
August Schedule: Friday, August 28, 2026 TUXEDO JUNCTION Variety - classic pop/rock etc Saturday, August 29, 2026 MADDY AND THE MASTERPIECE 60's 70's and light jazz To enjoy this complimentary event, guest must have a daytime ticket, a Biltmore Annual Pass, or a stay at one of the estate’s splendid overnight properties.
Weather dependent
Turgua Brewing - 6-8pm (2nd and 4th Fridays) Asheville Pizza & Brewing Merrimon - 8-10pm (August 29) Elevated Kava Downtown - 8-11pm The Well West Asheville - 8-11pm (July 10)
Virginia and The Slims is a jump blues and swing band from Asheville. Come out for a high energy evening of live music! Records in the RAD in the River Arts District is a thoughtfully curated record store with an eclectic selection of vinyl, both new and used. In addition to records, we also have...