Open Jam

Weekly musician jam geared toward experienced players, with sign-ups at 7:30 PM and plenty of time to trade riffs, talk shop, and swap ideas. The cozy living room vibe at a kava lounge keeps it collaborative and low pressure.View original

Poets and creatives share spoken word, verse, and experimental expression in an intimate late-night kava lounge, with five- or ten-minute slots and a welcoming, supportive community audience.View original

Casual late-night open mic hosted by Kodey in a downtown kava lounge, with rotating sign-ups for songs, spoken word, and improv-style moments. Expect an intimate, supportive crowd and low-key stage energy.View original

Spontaneous jazz jam session with rotating players trading solos and building tunes in real time. Bring an instrument to sit in or grab a beer and watch improvisers shape the night’s groove.View original

Share your skills or settle in with complimentary tea for an intimate showcase of emerging local talent. Sign-ups begin at 7 PM, with performances starting at 7:30.View original

Casual open mic sets in a downtown brewery where musicians, poets, and first-timers can grab the mic between pints of craft beer. A relaxed, supportive crowd turns the night into a local-talent hangout and low-pressure stage time.View original

A house band launches an electric, open-format jam before welcoming musicians to plug in and play. Expect spontaneous instrumental improvisation, collaborative sets, and an informal community music atmosphere.View original

A laid-back, informal jazz jam where players trade solos and support the groove, from horns to guitars. Open to all skill levels with a bring-your-instrument vibe in a brewery taproom on the first Thursday each month.View original

Unplugged bluegrass tunes fill a welcoming taproom as musicians bring instruments and join a participatory jam; players of every skill level can share traditional acoustic music, moving to the patio in fair weather.View original

An electric jam opens with the house band before welcoming musicians to plug in and play. Expect an informal, collaborative session built around spontaneous group performance.View original

Grab a mic or cheer from the tables in a lively sports bar setting where locals test out songs, comedy bits, and spoken word. Expect a casual bar and grill vibe with late-night energy and rotating performers.View original

An open-mic night in a cozy kava bar setting where locals rotate through short sets at the mic. Expect a casual, supportive crowd and a come-as-you-are late-evening hang in Weaverville.View original

Spontaneous acoustic bluegrass brings players of all ages and skill levels together for an informal evening of picking, shared tunes, and community in a brewery taproom.View original

A casual bluegrass jam night with rotating pickers trading breaks on fiddle, banjo, mandolin, guitar, and bass. Drop in to play or listen in a welcoming, free Tuesday gathering that runs early evening.View original

An open stage welcomes musicians, poets, storytellers, and performers for a community showcase hosted by Cicada. Expect varied live performances and creative expression in a casual bar setting.View original

Improvisational jazz and blues fill a relaxed brewery taproom as musicians trade solos and settle into familiar standards, with an open jam welcoming players and listeners.View original

Rowdy traditional Irish session of jigs, reels, and slow airs in a cozy taproom, with acoustic fiddles, whistles, guitars, and communal singalongs—late-night gathering welcoming players and listeners over local beer.View original

Traditional Irish and Celtic tunes fill a lively pub as talented local musicians gather for an open-ended Sunday afternoon jam. Settle in with a pint or Irish coffee and enjoy the convivial session.View original