Earl Scruggs Music Festival
Bluegrass, Americana, and roots music fill an open air festival setting where devoted fans gather for string-driven sets and singalong choruses. A weekend-style concert atmosphere unfolds at a sprawling equestrian venue in Mill Spring.
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A welcoming bluegrass jam session with players trading fast picking and harmony vocals in a laid-back brewery taproom. Runs monthly on the first Wednesday evening and stays open to all skill levels, listeners included.
A welcoming bluegrass jam session with players trading fast picking and harmony vocals in a laid-back brewery taproom. Runs monthly on the first Wednesday evening and stays open to all skill levels, listeners included.
A welcoming bluegrass jam session with players trading fast picking and harmony vocals in a laid-back brewery taproom. Runs monthly on the first Wednesday evening and stays open to all skill levels, listeners included.
A casual low country boil dinner brings friends and neighbors together for a communal seafood feast at the Tryon International Equestrian Center. Expect a laid-back summer evening atmosphere centered on shared tables and hearty coastal flavors.
A casual low country boil dinner brings friends and neighbors together for a communal seafood feast at the Tryon International Equestrian Center. Expect a laid-back summer evening atmosphere centered on shared tables and hearty coastal flavors.
A casual low country boil dinner brings friends and neighbors together for a communal seafood feast at the Tryon International Equestrian Center. Expect a laid-back summer evening atmosphere centered on shared tables and hearty coastal flavors.
String-band bluegrass grooves and tight harmonies drift across the Arboretum lawn during the Arbor Evenings series. Expect an easygoing summer outdoor concert vibe with room to spread out and soak up the twilight.
String-band bluegrass grooves and tight harmonies drift across the Arboretum lawn during the Arbor Evenings series. Expect an easygoing summer outdoor concert vibe with room to spread out and soak up the twilight.
String-band bluegrass grooves and tight harmonies drift across the Arboretum lawn during the Arbor Evenings series. Expect an easygoing summer outdoor concert vibe with room to spread out and soak up the twilight.
Traditional barn dancing set to foot stomping bluegrass under the night sky on a working Fairview farm. The evening blends caller led group dances with a hearty feast, fellowship, and classic Western North Carolina farmland vibes.
Traditional barn dancing set to foot stomping bluegrass under the night sky on a working Fairview farm. The evening blends caller led group dances with a hearty feast, fellowship, and classic Western North Carolina farmland vibes.
Traditional barn dancing set to foot stomping bluegrass under the night sky on a working Fairview farm. The evening blends caller led group dances with a hearty feast, fellowship, and classic Western North Carolina farmland vibes.
Playful hobby horse competitions bring kids and families together for spirited races and lighthearted athletic challenges. The equestrian center setting adds a horse show vibe with cheering crowds and summer energy.
Playful hobby horse competitions bring kids and families together for spirited races and lighthearted athletic challenges. The equestrian center setting adds a horse show vibe with cheering crowds and summer energy.
Playful hobby horse competitions bring kids and families together for spirited races and lighthearted athletic challenges. The equestrian center setting adds a horse show vibe with cheering crowds and summer energy.
Lively Celtic folk tunes and upbeat pub-style melodies drift through the Arboretum’s outdoor setting for a relaxed daytime concert. Expect a community-friendly vibe with plenty of room to wander the gardens between sets.
Lively Celtic folk tunes and upbeat pub-style melodies drift through the Arboretum’s outdoor setting for a relaxed daytime concert. Expect a community-friendly vibe with plenty of room to wander the gardens between sets.
Lively Celtic folk tunes and upbeat pub-style melodies drift through the Arboretum’s outdoor setting for a relaxed daytime concert. Expect a community-friendly vibe with plenty of room to wander the gardens between sets.
Jamgrass and bluegrass fusion grooves roll through an outdoor brewery concert night, pairing high-energy string-band improvisation with cold craft pints. Expect a lively crowd, open-air sound, and summer-evening party atmosphere.
Jamgrass and bluegrass fusion grooves roll through an outdoor brewery concert night, pairing high-energy string-band improvisation with cold craft pints. Expect a lively crowd, open-air sound, and summer-evening party atmosphere.
Jamgrass and bluegrass fusion grooves roll through an outdoor brewery concert night, pairing high-energy string-band improvisation with cold craft pints. Expect a lively crowd, open-air sound, and summer-evening party atmosphere.
Morning tunes spill across an arboretum garden setting with a relaxed outdoor concert atmosphere. Expect a community-forward performance vibe ideal for strolling the grounds, picnicking, and enjoying live sets in the fresh air.
Morning tunes spill across an arboretum garden setting with a relaxed outdoor concert atmosphere. Expect a community-forward performance vibe ideal for strolling the grounds, picnicking, and enjoying live sets in the fresh air.
Morning tunes spill across an arboretum garden setting with a relaxed outdoor concert atmosphere. Expect a community-forward performance vibe ideal for strolling the grounds, picnicking, and enjoying live sets in the fresh air.
All-star faculty string performances in an intimate listening-room setting, highlighting virtuosic fiddles, violins, cellos, and guitar-driven arrangements. Expect a polished concert vibe with rich harmonies and dynamic ensemble interplay.
All-star faculty string performances in an intimate listening-room setting, highlighting virtuosic fiddles, violins, cellos, and guitar-driven arrangements. Expect a polished concert vibe with rich harmonies and dynamic ensemble interplay.
All-star faculty string performances in an intimate listening-room setting, highlighting virtuosic fiddles, violins, cellos, and guitar-driven arrangements. Expect a polished concert vibe with rich harmonies and dynamic ensemble interplay.
An intimate showcase night centered on creative string-driven performances in a cozy listening-room setting. Expect a concert-style lineup that highlights expressive arrangements and collaborative ensemble playing.
An intimate showcase night centered on creative string-driven performances in a cozy listening-room setting. Expect a concert-style lineup that highlights expressive arrangements and collaborative ensemble playing.
An intimate showcase night centered on creative string-driven performances in a cozy listening-room setting. Expect a concert-style lineup that highlights expressive arrangements and collaborative ensemble playing.
Chamber music performed by a classical ensemble in an open-air arboretum setting, pairing lush garden scenery with intimate, acoustically rich listening. A relaxed afternoon matinee suited for quiet music lovers and nature walkers.
Chamber music performed by a classical ensemble in an open-air arboretum setting, pairing lush garden scenery with intimate, acoustically rich listening. A relaxed afternoon matinee suited for quiet music lovers and nature walkers.
Chamber music performed by a classical ensemble in an open-air arboretum setting, pairing lush garden scenery with intimate, acoustically rich listening. A relaxed afternoon matinee suited for quiet music lovers and nature walkers.
Swing jazz grooves from Swingin Poppies fill the Arboretum’s outdoor grounds during the Arbor Evenings concert series. Settle in for a relaxed summer night with lawn seating, a nature-forward venue, and a community concert vibe.
Swing jazz grooves from Swingin Poppies fill the Arboretum’s outdoor grounds during the Arbor Evenings concert series. Settle in for a relaxed summer night with lawn seating, a nature-forward venue, and a community concert vibe.
Swing jazz grooves from Swingin Poppies fill the Arboretum’s outdoor grounds during the Arbor Evenings concert series. Settle in for a relaxed summer night with lawn seating, a nature-forward venue, and a community concert vibe.
An upscale club-night perch with premier sightlines over the Saturday Night Lights Grand Prix at Tryon International. Expect a high-energy equestrian show atmosphere with a polished, VIP-style viewing experience.
An upscale club-night perch with premier sightlines over the Saturday Night Lights Grand Prix at Tryon International. Expect a high-energy equestrian show atmosphere with a polished, VIP-style viewing experience.
An upscale club-night perch with premier sightlines over the Saturday Night Lights Grand Prix at Tryon International. Expect a high-energy equestrian show atmosphere with a polished, VIP-style viewing experience.
Southern American roots rock with potent, story-forward songwriting and a preacher-meets-carnival-barker stage presence. Expect a powerful, transcendent band set in an intimate Weaverville hideaway bar.
Southern American roots rock with potent, story-forward songwriting and a preacher-meets-carnival-barker stage presence. Expect a powerful, transcendent band set in an intimate Weaverville hideaway bar.
Southern American roots rock with potent, story-forward songwriting and a preacher-meets-carnival-barker stage presence. Expect a powerful, transcendent band set in an intimate Weaverville hideaway bar.
Rugged primitive camping at Tryon International Equestrian Center for PrepperCamp 2026, centered on off grid living, hands on survival skills workshops, communal campfires, and austere overnight accommodations.
Rugged primitive camping at Tryon International Equestrian Center for PrepperCamp 2026, centered on off grid living, hands on survival skills workshops, communal campfires, and austere overnight accommodations.
Rugged primitive camping at Tryon International Equestrian Center for PrepperCamp 2026, centered on off grid living, hands on survival skills workshops, communal campfires, and austere overnight accommodations.
Unplugged bluegrass circle jam where players trade acoustic breaks and harmonies—bring your instrument or listen with a pint in hand. Runs in the taproom with a patio setup on nice evenings, welcoming every skill level.
Unplugged bluegrass circle jam where players trade acoustic breaks and harmonies—bring your instrument or listen with a pint in hand. Runs in the taproom with a patio setup on nice evenings, welcoming every skill level.
Unplugged bluegrass circle jam where players trade acoustic breaks and harmonies—bring your instrument or listen with a pint in hand. Runs in the taproom with a patio setup on nice evenings, welcoming every skill level.
Guided one hour or two hour horseback trail rides on a curated string of horses matched to riders of all experience levels. Expect scenic farm and trail routes with a relaxed, safety minded pace in Tryon.
Guided one hour or two hour horseback trail rides on a curated string of horses matched to riders of all experience levels. Expect scenic farm and trail routes with a relaxed, safety minded pace in Tryon.
Guided one hour or two hour horseback trail rides on a curated string of horses matched to riders of all experience levels. Expect scenic farm and trail routes with a relaxed, safety minded pace in Tryon.
Classical chamber music fills an intimate listening-room setting with two violins weaving lyrical melodies over expressive piano accompaniment. A relaxed evening concert vibe at a Black Mountain venue suited for close-up sound and focused listening.
Classical chamber music fills an intimate listening-room setting with two violins weaving lyrical melodies over expressive piano accompaniment. A relaxed evening concert vibe at a Black Mountain venue suited for close-up sound and focused listening.
Classical chamber music fills an intimate listening-room setting with two violins weaving lyrical melodies over expressive piano accompaniment. A relaxed evening concert vibe at a Black Mountain venue suited for close-up sound and focused listening.
An outdoor summer shindig with toe-tapping old-time and bluegrass tunes, informal jam-style sets, and flatfoot dancing on the lawn. Neighbors spread blankets in Pack Square Park for a relaxed, all-ages community hang.
An outdoor summer shindig with toe-tapping old-time and bluegrass tunes, informal jam-style sets, and flatfoot dancing on the lawn. Neighbors spread blankets in Pack Square Park for a relaxed, all-ages community hang.
An outdoor summer shindig with toe-tapping old-time and bluegrass tunes, informal jam-style sets, and flatfoot dancing on the lawn. Neighbors spread blankets in Pack Square Park for a relaxed, all-ages community hang.
Two days of brewery-fresh pours paired with a packed lineup of live sets, on-site art, and vendor-style browsing. Festival energy fills the Mills River space with food, crafts, and fresh Sierra Nevada brews.
Two days of brewery-fresh pours paired with a packed lineup of live sets, on-site art, and vendor-style browsing. Festival energy fills the Mills River space with food, crafts, and fresh Sierra Nevada brews.
Two days of brewery-fresh pours paired with a packed lineup of live sets, on-site art, and vendor-style browsing. Festival energy fills the Mills River space with food, crafts, and fresh Sierra Nevada brews.