Asheville Music Festivals

Asheville’s music scene, like the city, is melodious blend of contemporary, classical and old-time traditions. One look at our wide range of music festivals, and it’s easy to see why any time of the year is a good time for music in Asheville.

Tap Your Toes at Asheville Music Festivals

by Janet Moore

Hear Local and World Talent at Asheville’s Musical Celebrations Asheville’s music scene, like the city, is melodious blend of contemporary, classical and old-time traditions. One look at our wide range of music festivals, and it’s easy to see why any time of the year is a good time for music in Asheville. To help you get started, here is an overview of annual music festivals in the Asheville area: All Go West: It’s free, fun and funky. Held in June, this event features local and regional musicians in performances of … more

Upcoming Festivals

Jam in the Trees (Two Nights)

Jam In The Trees is proud to announce the lineup for the 2018 festival, which will be held on August 24th and 25th. The annual music festival returns with a diverse lineup for the third year to Pisgah Brewing Company in Black Mountain, North … read more

Shindig on the Green

Held outdoors at Pack Square Park in the heart of downtown Asheville, Shindig on the Green is FREE and was voted the #1 Local Outdoor Concert in the Mountain Xpress "Best of WNC" survey for four years. Bring your instruments, your lawn chair or … read more

Shindig on the Green

Held outdoors at Pack Square Park in the heart of downtown Asheville, Shindig on the Green is FREE and was voted the #1 Local Outdoor Concert in the Mountain Xpress "Best of WNC" survey for four years. Bring your instruments, your lawn chair or … read more

NC Mountain State Fair

The NC Mountain State Fair celebrates the people, agriculture, art and tradition that make this region great. Their mission is to create unique experiences at an exceptional value in a safe, clean environment that is accessible to all. Friday: Gates … read more

RiverLink's RiverMusic with The Jayhawks

Come celebrate the beauty of the French Broad River with some good drinks and sweet jams! Proceeds from the event go to support RiverLink's work to create a healthy watershed. Over the years RiverMusic and RiverFest have brought thousands of people … read more

Woods and Wilds: Music and Storytelling Event

Join Dogwood Alliance on Saturday, September 8th for our annual Woods & Wilds Storytelling event at the Grey Eagle in Asheville from 7-11pm! The evening will feature regional storytellers, live music from Earthcry! Join us as we celebrate 22 … read more

Cody Jinks Live on the Pisgah Brewing Outdoor Stage

CODY JINKS Rolling Stone said it best about Cody Jinks- “Rule Changing Country Music” With his smooth baritone and lonesome, dark-hued country songs, Cody Jinks brings his hugely successful tour to the Pisgah Brewing Outdoor Stage in Black Mountain … read more

Downtown After 5 Presented by Prestige Subaru

The Asheville Downtown Association announced the lineup for the 30th anniversary season of Downtown After 5, presented by Prestige Subaru. Downtown After 5 takes place the 3rd Friday of the month May – September and is held on North Lexington … read more

Leftover Salmon's 3rd Annual Blue Ridge Jam

Leftover Salmon has announced their 3rd installment of the Blue Ridge Jam, held at WNC’s #1 Outdoor Music Venue of WNC, the beautiful Pisgah Brewing Outdoor Stage. The 1-day event will be held on September 22nd, and will feature a carefully curated … read more

Tour De Fat

Asheville, save the date! Tour de Fat, New Belgium’s philanthropic bike, beer, and music extravaganza, has been pedaling around the country, bringing our unique brand of two-wheeled, costumed-fun to the people since the year 2000, and we’re coming … read more

Asheville Outdoor Show

Equal parts live music festival and outdoor expo showcasing brands known for quality, variety, and uniqueness, the Asheville Outdoor Show brings the finest outdoor brands and latest trends in recreation directly to consumers who live in the outdoor … read more

2nd Annual Marcus King Band Family Reunion (Two Nights)

This October 5+6, The Marcus King Band and their family and friends will descend on Pisgah Brewing in Black Mountain, NC for the second annual Marcus King Band Family Reunion, a two-day music festival and benefit that will feature a lineup curated by … read more

WNC Garlic Fest

WNC Garlic Fest 2018, Oct 6 2018, Noon-6PM, 243 Haywood StAsheville NC 28801 Organizer: Sow True Seed WNC Garlic Fest was founded by Sow True Seed of Asheville NC with the aim of bringing the awesome world of garlic to the awesome people of Western … read more

Sierra Nevada Oktoberfest

Sierra Nevada’s Oktoberfest returns to Mills River, North Carolina to gather thousands of beer lovers to unanimously declare, “Prost like a Pro!” It’s that time of year when all of our lederhosen-clad and dirndl-sporting friends travel from far and … read more

15th Annual HardLox Jewish Food and Heritage Festival

Got a craving for ‘real’ pastrami and corned beef sandwiches on rye, homemade matzoh ball soup, mouth-watering blintz’s, potato knishes, kugel or just a good kosher hot dog topped off with a Dr. Browns cream soda? Over 20 mouth-watering traditional … read more

PASSION Worship Nights

"Passion Worship Nights," hitting markets coast to coast and coming to your area. The evening will feature music from Passion and teaching from Louie Giglio, with two-time GRAMMY® nominee Travis Greene. … read more