The Swannanoa Gathering was established in 1992 as a vision of Warren Wilson College President Doug Orr and founding Director Jim Magill to host summer workshops celebrating the music and dance traditions of the southern Appalachian region and beyond. Big news…Our staff concerts will now be open to the public! We’re excited to be able...
The JLloyd MashUp explores different genres of music including Acid Jazz, Funk, Soul, Afro Beat, Reggae, Break Beat, and Latin. Led and curated by Jonathan Lloyd (The Fritz/Dubconscious/Cadillac Jones), the band is made up of some of Asheville’s busiest and hardest working musicians on the scene. Music starts around 8:30.Going until 11:15ish. $10. Thank you...
Saturday August 1, 2026 | GATES: 6:00PM | SHOW: 7:00PM | $31 adv. Event Details and Tickets elebrating 31 years of touring in 2026, Zoso has become one of the most iconic and respected Led Zeppelin tribute experiences in the world, having played over 4,900 shows in all 50 states and internationally. Known for their...
Irish Session @ Diatribe Brewing - 4-6pm Moderate Old Time Jam @ Cork & Keg - 5-6:30pm (1st & 3rd Tuesdays) Acoustic Jam @ Turgua Brewing Fairview - 5:30-7pm (1st Tuesday-Old Time, 2nd Tuesday-Irish Session, 3rd Tuesday-Americana, 4th Tuesday-Gypsy Jazz) (December 30-Irish Session) Open Mic with Mike & Pat @ Sweeten Creek Brewing - 6-8:30pm...
Sierra Nevada Mills River - 5-9pm (July 14) Wild Wing Cafe - 8-11pm The One Stop - 10pm-1am
Asheville Community Hoop and Flow Arts JAM 2026 This is the 20th year of the Hoop Jam in Pritchard Park! Tuesdays in July and August 2026 5:30-7:30pm
Pisgah Brewing's unplugged bluegrass jam is hosted on Tuesdays at 6pm in the taproom. Bring your instruments and join in. It'll be held on the patio on nicer days. All levels welcome. Founded in 2005, Pisgah is known for producing some of the most sought after craft ales in Western North Carolina. Pisgah Brewing Company...
Sanders, Boyd, Page & Hall distill the pure essence of improvisational expression, converging as alchemists of sound, transmuting musical elements into their most essential forms. This quartet embodies the philosophical concept of quintessence—the fifth element beyond earth, air, fire, and water—representing the fundamental substance from which all musical reality springs. Their original compositions crystallize the...
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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. Potential New Boyfriend - 7-11pm Third Room (open decks) - 8pm-12am The Double Crown...
The Swannanoa Gathering was established in 1992 as a vision of Warren Wilson College President Doug Orr and founding Director Jim Magill to host summer workshops celebrating the music and dance traditions of the southern Appalachian region and beyond. Big news…Our staff concerts will now be open to the public! We’re excited to be able...
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Bluegrass/Old Time Jam @ Riverside Rhapsody Brewing - 5-8pm Irish Session @ White Horse Black Mountain - 5-7pm (2nd &4th Wednesdays) Open Mic @ Twin Leaf Brewery - 6-8pm Open Mic @ Auction House Fletcher (first Wednesdays) 6-9pm Open Mic @ Camden’s Coffee House Mars Hill - 6:30-8:30pm (starts back June 10) White Horse Black Mountain...
Grab some dinner and a pint while enjoying our long-running Old-Time Jam! Featuring many talented musicians from the local WNC area, our traditional Appalachian mountain music jam runs from 5-9pm every Wednesday night at Jack of the Wood! Jack Of The Wood is still a downtown hot spot for food, brews and drink since 1997...
The beloved Pritchard Park Arts & Culture Series is back! We're kicking things off with a fan favorite—Pickin' in the Park! Join us every Wednesday from 5:30–7:30 PM, July through August, for free live music in the heart of Downtown Asheville.
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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...
7/1- Graham Sharp and Seth Kauffman 7/8- Zach Smith (guest host) w Sam Tayloe 7/15- Taylor Pierson w Mike Rhodes and Tyler Householder 7/22- Dulci Ellenberger 7/29- Jon Stickley, Lyndsay Pruett and Christian Ferri Check with the venue for Matt's upcoming guest(s).
Danny Iannucci & Friends are back for a Spring & Summer series of delightful jazz, delicious drink specials and your go-to mid-week wind down. Join us from 6-8p April-August to enjoy the fabulous jazz trio & 1/2 Off Wine, $10 Specialty Martinis, and $4 Select Craft Drafts. Free to attend and all ages are welcome....
Most Wednesdays
The Saylor Brothers are a jamgrass fusion group from Asheville, fronted by brothers Will & Ben Saylor, of Brushfire Stankgrass. This project is a foray further into the realm of bluegrass jam, with more emphasis on improvisation piled on top of a structure of traditional bluegrass and innovative original songwriting. As a trio with Greg...
We have moved our Wednesday night location to Banks Ave. Join us for our weekly dance series Wednesday night a A lesson is included with your $10 entry. ($5 for students with i.d.)
Steve LaSpina is a master bassist and composer who has been a vital presence on the New York and international jazz scene for over four decades. A longtime collaborator with legends including Stan Getz, Benny Carter, Phil Woods, Joe Williams, Mark Murphy, Clark Terry, Chet Baker, Randy Brecker, Pat Martino, and Jim Hall, LaSpina has...
The Swannanoa Gathering was established in 1992 as a vision of Warren Wilson College President Doug Orr and founding Director Jim Magill to host summer workshops celebrating the music and dance traditions of the southern Appalachian region and beyond. Big news…Our staff concerts will now be open to the public! We’re excited to be able...
The Jasper and Opal String Quartets collaborate on an exciting and eclectic program. Celebrate the laid-back mountain lifestyle this summer with a chamber music takeover at this iconic River Arts District venue. Bring your friends, grab a drink and bites from the on-site taqueria and enjoy a liberated listening experience Presented by Asheville Chamber Music...
Water Street Trio Sessions every 2nd and 4th Wednesday at The Static Loft. Free to the public 8pm - 10pm July 22 - Taylor Pearson on organ, JP Furnass on bass, Micah Thomas on drums
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) The One Stop -9pm-12am (until 5/27)...
Kootie Lounge Asheville at Haikuavl - 7-9pm (1st, 2nd & 4th Wednesdays) Peri Social House Black Mountain - 7-9pm (First Wednesdays) (excluding July) River Arts District Brewing - 7-9pm (May 13) LA Pizza Party - 7:30-11:30pm The Social East Asheville - 8-11pm OHenrys - 8-11:30pm Sticks on Broadway - 8-11pm (March 4) Fleetwoods PSK Karaoke...
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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Most Thursdays
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!
Park Rhythms is returning to Lake Tomahawk! Concert-goers are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets to each show. Attendees can also bring their own picnics or enjoy one of the many local restaurants nearby. In addition to live music, each show will also feature a food truck. Attendees are encouraged to bring...
The original music of Jake Salter & a unique group of talented musicians come together in Tru Phonic. Sounds of Jam, Funk, Blues, Rock, Soul, Jazz and Hip-Hop & more can be heard when seeing the band Live or on their Studio Albums. Established in 2017, Tru Phonic includes Multiple veterans in the Central Florida...
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...