Open Mic

Local performers take the stage for 15-minute turns or three-song sets, creating an intimate showcase of emerging talent across a variety of styles.View original

Late-night, award-winning open mic with a rotating mix of singer songwriters, acoustic covers, and spoken word in an intimate listening-room setting. Expect a supportive crowd, quick set changes, and plenty of local WNC talent.View original

Late-night singer-songwriter performance in an intimate listening-room setting at a Black Mountain music venue. Expect a relaxed, story-driven acoustic set with close-up stage energy and barroom ambiance.View original

An intimate local set with Jay Brown blending singer songwriter storytelling and stripped down acoustic arrangements. Laid back barroom vibes in a Black Mountain listening room ideal for a low key weeknight hang.View original

Raw, tradition-rooted blues takes over the room with an early stripped back acoustic circle jam followed by a plugged in stage jam that turns up the volume. Built for community musicians and listeners who want an authentic, rootsy night out.View original

Late-night Americana and bluegrass-driven rhythms in an intimate listening room setting, built for toe-tapping and easy singalongs. Expect a warm, rootsy vibe with plenty of room to settle in or sway near the stage.View original

Soulful Americana and alt-folk songwriting with gritty vocals, propulsive acoustic guitar, and rootsy arrangements that lean blues and country. An intimate late-night set in a listening-room style venue built for close-up storytelling.View original

An evening concert set in an intimate Black Mountain listening room with a lively, bar-forward vibe. Expect a crowd-ready performance atmosphere suited for a night out with friends at a dedicated music venue.View original

An intimate listening-room concert centers on MAMA, creating a close-up live performance atmosphere for music fans seeking a night out in Black Mountain.View original

A roots-focused blues gathering moves from a stripped-back, front-porch acoustic circle into an amplified stage jam, inviting musicians and listeners to share raw, traditional sounds and community connection.View original

Fast-paced stand-up open mic with a true grab-bag lineup—Asheville regulars, touring comics, and first-timers sharing short sets. Expect anything from polished Netflix-level jokes to chaotic late-night crowd energy in an intimate lounge setting.View original

Gritty blues rock and rootsy singer songwriter tunes led by expressive electric guitar and road tested vocals. An intimate listening room setup with bar service creates a late night, up close concert vibe.View original

Pulsing West African afro rhythm from the Diali Cissokho Trio, led by shimmering kora lines and tight hand percussion. An energetic roots-fusion set in an intimate listening-room style bar for a lively night out.View original

Early-evening open mic in a downtown brewery with a hosted, sign-up-first format. Arrive by 6:30 PM to get on the list, then settle in for a 7:30 PM start and a rotating lineup of local performers.View original

Traditional Irish session tunes create a convivial pub atmosphere, with musicians gathering for lively acoustic playing and listeners settling in for an informal evening of Celtic music and community.View original

Celtic-rooted Carolina folk tunes led by singer songwriter Hannah Flowers in an intimate listening-room setting. Expect lyrical storytelling, warm acoustic textures, and a cozy seated show vibe at a Black Mountain venue.View original

A laid-back kava bar open mic with rotating stage time for singers, poets, comics, and acoustic players. Expect a supportive crowd, low-key night-owl energy, and plenty of room to try new material.View original

Swinging rhythms and spontaneous improvisation shape a collaborative jazz jam led by Bill Bares, bringing musicians and listeners together for an intimate night of live jazz in Black Mountain.View original

Student ensembles bring a semester of practice to the stage with energetic performances spanning rock, folk, jazz, and percussion. A spirited showcase of emerging musicians and diverse sounds.View original

Harmony-rich renditions of Crosby Stills Nash and Young classics with acoustic guitars, electric leads, and era-defining folk rock storytelling. A late-night set in an intimate listening-room style venue built for close-up vocals.View original