Local Mtn Events

High Country Christmas Carol

The Appalachian Theatre of the High Country - 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, 28607 | Starts: 2:00 PM | Ends: 4:00 PM

High Country Christmas Carol - Ring in the holiday season with the Appalachian Theatre's professionally produced rendition of Dickens' most beloved holiday ghost story presented by the newly formed Appalachian Players. Portrayed by a four-person cast, this memorable and interactive performance of “A Christmas Carol” includes seasonal treats and hot cider.

Local Artist Pop Up Market at The Todd Mercantile

The Todd Mercantile - 3899 Todd Railroad Grade Rd, Todd, NC 28684 | Starts: 10:00 AM | Ends: 5:00 PM

Featuring diverse arts and crafts from local artisans!

10-5 on the 3rd Saturday of each month!

First Day Hike

Mount Jefferson State Park picnic shelter, 1481 Mt Jefferson Rd, West Jefferson | Starts: 10:00 AM | Ends: 12:00 PM

We will be hiking the upper trails (both the Rhododendron and Lost Province Trail) for a total of 2.15 miles.

This hike is considered moderate.

Please be sure to wear proper footwear and dress for the cold/wind.

See you there!

Winter Music Series with Bird Dog Jubilee

Beech Mountain Brewing Co - 1007 Beech Mountain Parkway, Beech Mountain NC 28604 | Starts: 8:00 PM

The Winter Music Series at Beech Mountain Brewing Co. brings a lineup of diverse bands all season long. This family-friendly brewery offers a full selection of craft brews across multiple taps, specialty cocktails in the speakeasy-style Red Baron Room, and a full menu to enjoy with the music. Shows kick off at 8 p.m.

Bird Dog Jubilee is a rock-n-roll collection of instrumentalists that blur the lines between structured songs and improvisational jams. While their roots run deep in Atlanta, their act is building up steam throughout Southeastern venues and festivals. Their sound is epitomized by their ability to seamlessly meld tunes while encouraging impromptu collaborations with fellow musicians live on stage. Don’t miss this free live music event at the Beech Mountain Brewing Co. Taproom and Grill.

Lansing Christmas Tree Fling/Let The Fir Fly

VFW Ballfield - 9710 NC Hwy 1194N, Lansing | Starts: 3:00 PM | Ends: 5:00 PM

3 Events: Caber style tree toss, Tree toss for distance & Tree toss for accuracy.

Hosted by Lost Province Center for Cultured Arts.

3 person team and individual spots available.

Registration is limited to 10 teams and 30 individuals.

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Winter Music Series with Tan and Sober Gentlemen

Beech Mountain Brewing Co - 1007 Beech Mountain Parkway, Beech Mountain NC 28604 | Starts: 8:00 PM | Ends: 11:00 PM

The Winter Music Series at Beech Mountain Brewing Co. brings a lineup of diverse bands all season long. This family-friendly brewery offers a full selection of craft brews across multiple taps, specialty cocktails in the speakeasy-style Red Baron Room, and a full menu to enjoy with the music. Shows kick off at 7 p.m. This show is free and open to all ages.

Born and raised in North Carolina, the Tan and Sober Gentlemen began taking in the songs, stories, and tunes that make up their beloved state’s musical tradition before they could talk.

The music of the Carolinas, (and Appalachia in general) stems from the marriage of the Irish fiddle and the African banjo, which first met in the American South before the Revolution. The Tan and Sober Gentlemen aim to bring these traditions full circle. They play Irish tunes, ballads, and pub songs right next to the Appalachian fiddle tunes of their youth, melding the two into what they call “Irish-American hillbilly music."

Heartland Baroque in Concert

Ashe Arts Center - 303 School Ave, West Jefferson, NC 28694 | Starts: 2:30 PM

Step into the 17th and 18th centuries with Heartland Baroque, a dynamic ensemble of early music specialists from across the U.S., including North Carolina, Maryland, and Indiana. Featuring baroque violins, cello, dulcian, baroque bassoon, theorbo, and baroque guitar, these acclaimed musicians bring the brilliance and spontaneity of Baroque music to life.

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Indoor Concerts at the Jones House - Tim Stafford and Thomm Jutz

Jones House Cultural Center - 604 W King St, Boone, NC 28607 | Starts: 7:30 PM

Tim Stafford is a prolific songwriter, with over 300 songs recorded. He was named IBMA's Songwriter of the Year in 2014, 2017 and 2023. In addition to performing with bluegrass powerhouse Blue Highway, he is a sought-after studio musician, having recorded with over 75 artists including Willie Nelson, Kenny Chesney, and many others.

Raised in the Black Forest of Germany, Thomm Jutz has become an American roots music treasure. He sings of mill workers, Civil War characters, folk heroes, struggle, heartbreak, and triumph. In a time of division, he seeks and finds connection. He has earned four nominations and a 2021 win for the IBMA Songwriter of the Year award.

Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder

Appalachian Theatre - 567 W King St, Boone, NC 28607 | Starts: 7:30 PM

Fifteen-time GRAMMY® Award-winner Ricky Skaggs’ career is easily among the most significant in recent country music history. If Skaggs’ burgeoning trophy case full of awards wasn’t already enough evidence of that fact, consider that legendary guitarist Chet Atkins once credited Skaggs with “single-handedly saving country music.” His life’s path has taken him to various musical genres, from where it all began in bluegrass music, to striking out on new musical journeys, while still leaving his musical roots intact. 

WKSK’S Old Time and Bluegrass Show LIVE - Kelley and the Cowboys

Ashe Civic Center - 962 Mount Jefferson Road | Starts: 11:00 AM | Ends: 12:00 PM

“Just a little after eleven”

Featuring the Kelley and the Cowboys with Host Tom Hartman

Free & Open to the Public, 11 AM.

We’re excited to host the Old Time and Bluegrass Radio Show at the Ashe Civic Center once a month on Saturday morning at 11 AM. This event is free and open to the public, with donations gratefully accepted. The Ashe Civic Center has accessible parking and seating.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Celebration

Ashe Arts Center - 303 School Ave, West Jefferson, NC 28694 | Starts: 7:00 PM | Ends: 8:30 PM

The Ashe County Arts Council will sponsor a community celebration in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King at 7 PM on Monday, January 20th at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson. The celebration will highlight the message of Dr. King and his teachings of peace, unity and equality in our society. The program will include excerpts from letters and writings of Dr. King as well as guest artist Crys Matthews.

Winter Music Series with Jack Wharff and the Tobacco Flatts

Beech Mountain Brewing Co - 1007 Beech Mountain Parkway, Beech Mountain NC 28604 | Starts: 7:00 PM

The Winter Music Series at Beech Mountain Brewing Co. brings a lineup of diverse bands all season long. This family-friendly brewery offers a full selection of craft brews across multiple taps, specialty cocktails in the speakeasy-style Red Baron Room, and a full menu to enjoy with the music. Shows kick off at 7 p.m.

Hailing from Richmond, Virginia, Jack Wharff and his band Tobacco Flatts play a stunningly unique blend of bluegrass, country and rock. Wharff grew up surrounded by bluegrass through his father’s band The Slack Family, developing a deep connection with the sound from a young age.

Into his teenage years, the now 20-year-old artist began writing his own songs as a way of recreating the raw emotions and feelings of his past. In 2023, Wharff met drummer Garrett Howell and bassist Ryan Atchison at an open mic night in downtown Richmond, forming Tobacco Flatts almost instantly. Now, the band has burst onto the scene with snippets of jaw-dropping original songs posted to TikTok and Reels, cementing the newly formed group as one of the most promising acts of 2024.

Kruger Brothers

Ashe Civic Center - 962 Mount Jefferson Road | Starts: 7:30 PM

The Kruger Brothers return to the stage of the Ashe Civic Center for two concerts on February 1 & 2! Reserved seating tickets are available in advance for both performances. Brothers Jens and Uwe Kruger and Joel Landsberg have delighted audiences everywhere with their unique sound that has made them a fixture in the world of acoustic music. The trio is unpretentious, cultivated, and delightfully fresh.

February 1

February 2

Ballet Hispánico: Performances for Young People

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts - 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28607 | Starts: 10:00 AM | Ends: 11:00 PM

Performances for Young People take audiences on a guided journey through Latinx dance and culture. This interactive, fun-filled exploration features excerpts of the Ballet Hispánico repertoire narrated by the company’s artistic leadership. Music, cultural connections, choreography insights, and history come together to deepen the audience’s experience of dance. Students are exposed to world-class choreographers and cultural contexts while learning about Latinx icons such as Celia Cruz and Tito Puente. The audience will have the opportunity to interact with teaching artists and educators through a live dance session and Q&A.

Ballet Hispánico: CARMEN.maquia

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts - 733 Rivers St. Boone NC | Starts: 7:30 PM | Ends: 10:00 PM

Ballet Hispánico was founded on the principle that everyone deserves dance, quality dance training and innovative performances. Embark on a journey through time and emotion as we commemorate 150 years of Carmen in a spellbinding dance performance inspired by the art of Pablo Picasso at the Schaefer Center in Boone. Choreographer Gustavo Ramírez Sansano’s quintessential work breathes new life into Bizet’s timeless tale, infusing it with raw passion and visceral energy in CARMEN.maquia.

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WKSK’S Old Time and Bluegrass Show LIVE - The Dollar Brothers

Ashe Civic Center - 962 Mount Jefferson Road | Starts: 11:00 AM | Ends: 12:00 PM

“Just a little after eleven”

Featuring The Dollar Brothers with Host Tom Hartman

Free & Open to the Public, 11 AM.

We’re excited to host the Old Time and Bluegrass Radio Show at the Ashe Civic Center once a month on Saturday morning at 11 AM. This event is free and open to the public, with donations gratefully accepted. The Ashe Civic Center has accessible parking and seating.

The Tan & Sober Gentlemen

The Appalachian Theatre of the High Country - 559 West King Street, Boone, NC, 28607 | Starts: 7:30 PM | Ends: 10:00 PM

The Tan & Sober Gentlemen - Born and raised in North Carolina, the Tan and Sober Gentlemen began taking in the songs, stories, and tunes that make up their beloved state’s musical tradition before they could talk.

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Laura Boosinger and Josh Goforth: Storytelling and Ballads of the North Carolina Mountains

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts - 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28607 | Starts: 10:00 AM | Ends: 11:00 AM

Laura Boosinger has won glowing reviews wherever she appears and is blessed with an “essence of the mountains” spirit that can take you back to the good old days when folks used to huddle around the radio.  It’s said that people who haven’t seen her live should prepare themselves for a “goose pimples experience.” Josh Goforth is an outstanding musician, acclaimed fiddler, guitar picker, mandolin player and storyteller, from Madison County, NC. Josh has already garnered a Grammy Award nomination and has established himself as a great producer as well as stunning instrumentalist.

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Catapult

The Walker Center - 292 First Citizens Bank Lane, Wilkesboro NC 28697 | Starts: 7:00 PM | Ends: 9:30 PM

Catapult is an incredible entertainment company that showcases mesmerizing shadow illusion performances across the globe. Their unforgettable appearance on Season 8 of America’s Got Talent left judges and millions of viewers in awe. Don’t miss the chance to experience their captivating show! To purchase tickets, call 336-838-6260.

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Interpreti Veneziani: An Evening of Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts - 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28607 | Starts: 7:30 PM | Ends: 10:00 PM

Experience the beauty of Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons as you’ve never heard it before. Playing over 300 concerts a year in Venice, Italy’s San Vidal Church since 1987, Baroque ensemble Interpreti Veneziani, who has gained a reputation for the “…exuberance and all-Italian brio characterizing their performances,” will make its Boone premiere. Immerse yourself in the rich sounds of Vivaldi’s four violin concerti in this special limited-seating concert presented in an intimate venue.

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Marcus King Band

Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts - 733 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28607 | Starts: 7:30 PM | Ends: 10:00 PM

Join us for a soulful southern rock concert with Marcus King Band on April 12! Marcus King faces heartache, addiction, and mental health head-on in his music. Pain quakes below the vibrato of his voice, and his delivery weighs heavy with booze-drenched regrets and mistakes in lonely hotels.

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Equinox Jazz Orchestra – Beatles to Bourbon Street

The Walker Center - 292 First Citizens Bank Lane, Wilkesboro NC 28697 | Starts: 7:00 PM | Ends: 9:00 PM

Audiences worldwide love the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra for their high-energy show and rich camaraderie. Their performances feature the greatest songs, best original arrangements, and phenomenal musicianship. Inspired by legends like Frank, Dean, and Sammy, they put a fresh spin on the Great American songbook. Their music includes Motown, Country, folk, and rock, accompanied by engaging stories. Don't miss their season-closing street parade at the Walker Center! For tickets, call 336-838-6260.

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