Fiddles & Folklife
Old-time Appalachian fiddles, banjos, and string bands fill Bryson Gym for a cash-prize competition plus open jam circles and flatfooting. Browse craft and food vendors, folklife demonstrations, and cake raffles in a free, public festival setting.
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Evening of old-time mountain and folk music in a cozy downtown pub, a participatory acoustic jam of fiddles, banjo, and guitar where players and listeners mingle, casual and welcoming to all skill levels.
Evening of old-time mountain and folk music in a cozy downtown pub, a participatory acoustic jam of fiddles, banjo, and guitar where players and listeners mingle, casual and welcoming to all skill levels.
Evening of old-time mountain and folk music in a cozy downtown pub, a participatory acoustic jam of fiddles, banjo, and guitar where players and listeners mingle, casual and welcoming to all skill levels.
Old-time and bluegrass stringband tunes drive a lively community square dance with Phil Jamison calling. A free pre-dance lesson runs 7:30–8:00, followed by dancing from 8:00–11:00 in the Bryson Gym.
Old-time and bluegrass stringband tunes drive a lively community square dance with Phil Jamison calling. A free pre-dance lesson runs 7:30–8:00, followed by dancing from 8:00–11:00 in the Bryson Gym.
Old-time and bluegrass stringband tunes drive a lively community square dance with Phil Jamison calling. A free pre-dance lesson runs 7:30–8:00, followed by dancing from 8:00–11:00 in the Bryson Gym.
Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a cozy pub setting for an evening jam session. Expect acoustic string-driven melodies and a laid-back, community-oriented vibe.
Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a cozy pub setting for an evening jam session. Expect acoustic string-driven melodies and a laid-back, community-oriented vibe.
Old-time mountain and folk tunes fill a cozy pub setting for an evening jam session. Expect acoustic string-driven melodies and a laid-back, community-oriented vibe.
Participatory circle jam of old time Appalachian folk, with fiddles, banjo, and guitar filling a cozy brewery taproom; players of all levels and listening patrons welcome for an informal late night session.
Participatory circle jam of old time Appalachian folk, with fiddles, banjo, and guitar filling a cozy brewery taproom; players of all levels and listening patrons welcome for an informal late night session.
Participatory circle jam of old time Appalachian folk, with fiddles, banjo, and guitar filling a cozy brewery taproom; players of all levels and listening patrons welcome for an informal late night session.
Rotating circles of old time tunes and traditional mountain songs create a participatory jam where players trade leads and lock into steady grooves. Expect an acoustic, community-driven session that changes week to week.
Rotating circles of old time tunes and traditional mountain songs create a participatory jam where players trade leads and lock into steady grooves. Expect an acoustic, community-driven session that changes week to week.
Rotating circles of old time tunes and traditional mountain songs create a participatory jam where players trade leads and lock into steady grooves. Expect an acoustic, community-driven session that changes week to week.
Lively caller led square dances to an old time stringband blend Appalachian fiddle, banjo, and guitar, with an introductory flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and a family friendly community atmosphere at Haw Creek Commons.
Lively caller led square dances to an old time stringband blend Appalachian fiddle, banjo, and guitar, with an introductory flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and a family friendly community atmosphere at Haw Creek Commons.
Lively caller led square dances to an old time stringband blend Appalachian fiddle, banjo, and guitar, with an introductory flatfoot lesson, cake raffle, and a family friendly community atmosphere at Haw Creek Commons.
A lively fiber arts gathering at the Folk Art Center with tactile yarn and textile traditions in focus. Expect weaving and spinning demonstrations, hands-on craft activities, and a community friendly atmosphere for all ages.
A lively fiber arts gathering at the Folk Art Center with tactile yarn and textile traditions in focus. Expect weaving and spinning demonstrations, hands-on craft activities, and a community friendly atmosphere for all ages.
A lively fiber arts gathering at the Folk Art Center with tactile yarn and textile traditions in focus. Expect weaving and spinning demonstrations, hands-on craft activities, and a community friendly atmosphere for all ages.
A long-running celebration of Appalachian folk culture with toe-tapping mountain dance, traditional music, and heritage performances in a school auditorium setting. Expect a community festival vibe centered on regional storytelling and tradition.
A long-running celebration of Appalachian folk culture with toe-tapping mountain dance, traditional music, and heritage performances in a school auditorium setting. Expect a community festival vibe centered on regional storytelling and tradition.
A long-running celebration of Appalachian folk culture with toe-tapping mountain dance, traditional music, and heritage performances in a school auditorium setting. Expect a community festival vibe centered on regional storytelling and tradition.
A weekly bluegrass jam fills the room with fast banjo rolls, fiddle leads, and tight harmony choruses in a casual local hangout. Free and welcoming to pickers and listeners of all experience levels.
A weekly bluegrass jam fills the room with fast banjo rolls, fiddle leads, and tight harmony choruses in a casual local hangout. Free and welcoming to pickers and listeners of all experience levels.
A weekly bluegrass jam fills the room with fast banjo rolls, fiddle leads, and tight harmony choruses in a casual local hangout. Free and welcoming to pickers and listeners of all experience levels.
Lively Appalachian old time sets of fiddle, guitars, standup bass and banjo uke delivering energetic mountain music in a bustling downtown taproom; roots-driven reels and waltzes invite singing, foot-stomping, and dancing.
Lively Appalachian old time sets of fiddle, guitars, standup bass and banjo uke delivering energetic mountain music in a bustling downtown taproom; roots-driven reels and waltzes invite singing, foot-stomping, and dancing.
Lively Appalachian old time sets of fiddle, guitars, standup bass and banjo uke delivering energetic mountain music in a bustling downtown taproom; roots-driven reels and waltzes invite singing, foot-stomping, and dancing.
A one-day fiber celebration tracing wool and other fibers from pasture to finished goods, with local vendor booths full of handmade items. Live craft demonstrations, on-site music, and farm-fresh food round out the market-day vibe at a working farm.
A one-day fiber celebration tracing wool and other fibers from pasture to finished goods, with local vendor booths full of handmade items. Live craft demonstrations, on-site music, and farm-fresh food round out the market-day vibe at a working farm.
A one-day fiber celebration tracing wool and other fibers from pasture to finished goods, with local vendor booths full of handmade items. Live craft demonstrations, on-site music, and farm-fresh food round out the market-day vibe at a working farm.
A cozy old time acoustic jam where players trade fiddle tunes and string-band standards while listeners soak in the community vibe. Drop in to play along or just listen in a laid-back brewery setting.
A cozy old time acoustic jam where players trade fiddle tunes and string-band standards while listeners soak in the community vibe. Drop in to play along or just listen in a laid-back brewery setting.
A cozy old time acoustic jam where players trade fiddle tunes and string-band standards while listeners soak in the community vibe. Drop in to play along or just listen in a laid-back brewery setting.
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.
Lively traditional Irish and Celtic jam sessions on the pub stage, where local fiddles, flutes, and bodhráns mingle with old-time mountain tunes; perfect Sunday afternoon atmosphere with pints and Irish coffee.
Lively traditional Irish and Celtic jam sessions on the pub stage, where local fiddles, flutes, and bodhráns mingle with old-time mountain tunes; perfect Sunday afternoon atmosphere with pints and Irish coffee.
Lively traditional Irish and Celtic jam sessions on the pub stage, where local fiddles, flutes, and bodhráns mingle with old-time mountain tunes; perfect Sunday afternoon atmosphere with pints and Irish coffee.
An unplugged bluegrass jam where pickers trade banjo, fiddle, and guitar tunes in a brewery taproom setting. Bring your instrument for an all-levels, participatory circle that moves to the patio on pleasant evenings.
An unplugged bluegrass jam where pickers trade banjo, fiddle, and guitar tunes in a brewery taproom setting. Bring your instrument for an all-levels, participatory circle that moves to the patio on pleasant evenings.
An unplugged bluegrass jam where pickers trade banjo, fiddle, and guitar tunes in a brewery taproom setting. Bring your instrument for an all-levels, participatory circle that moves to the patio on pleasant evenings.
Downtown Mars Hill turns into a First Friday street stroll with live music and social dancing alongside pop-up art, shopping, and local vendors. Grab food, browse small businesses, and soak up an easygoing community nightlife vibe.
Downtown Mars Hill turns into a First Friday street stroll with live music and social dancing alongside pop-up art, shopping, and local vendors. Grab food, browse small businesses, and soak up an easygoing community nightlife vibe.
Downtown Mars Hill turns into a First Friday street stroll with live music and social dancing alongside pop-up art, shopping, and local vendors. Grab food, browse small businesses, and soak up an easygoing community nightlife vibe.
A fibershed heritage festival set on the Hickory Nut Gap farm, blending an artisan market with fiber crafts and hands-on demonstrations. Browse locally made textiles and goods while connecting with regional makers in an outdoor, community-forward setting.
A fibershed heritage festival set on the Hickory Nut Gap farm, blending an artisan market with fiber crafts and hands-on demonstrations. Browse locally made textiles and goods while connecting with regional makers in an outdoor, community-forward setting.
A fibershed heritage festival set on the Hickory Nut Gap farm, blending an artisan market with fiber crafts and hands-on demonstrations. Browse locally made textiles and goods while connecting with regional makers in an outdoor, community-forward setting.
Celtic session tunes fill a cozy downtown pub with fiddles, flutes, and driving bodhrán rhythms. A rotating mix of WNC and visiting players creates a lively, listen or linger community hang.
Celtic session tunes fill a cozy downtown pub with fiddles, flutes, and driving bodhrán rhythms. A rotating mix of WNC and visiting players creates a lively, listen or linger community hang.
Celtic session tunes fill a cozy downtown pub with fiddles, flutes, and driving bodhrán rhythms. A rotating mix of WNC and visiting players creates a lively, listen or linger community hang.
Weeklong creative retreat on a college campus with hands on workshops, jam sessions, and peer learning across multiple instruments and arts disciplines. Built around communal meals, late night picking circles, and skill building in a camp like setting.
Weeklong creative retreat on a college campus with hands on workshops, jam sessions, and peer learning across multiple instruments and arts disciplines. Built around communal meals, late night picking circles, and skill building in a camp like setting.
Weeklong creative retreat on a college campus with hands on workshops, jam sessions, and peer learning across multiple instruments and arts disciplines. Built around communal meals, late night picking circles, and skill building in a camp like setting.