Community Calendar

There will be several nonprofits, resources, businesses, food trucks, queer karaoke, a live drag show, and a Kids-Friendly Corner with activities! The Shelby Pride Festival is a family-friendly, free event open to all peaceful folks of Cleveland County and the surrounding areas (and we love having out-of-town guests, too!).

Asheville Plays is thrilled to announce the return of the 14th Annual Haunted Trail, Asheville's favorite family-friendly Halloween tradition! Designed with families in mind (recommended for ages 3–12), the Haunted Trail combines immersive sets, live performers, and interactive storytelling to create a memorable Halloween experience that is spooky, quirky, and fun without relying on physical contact or gore. The Adventure Center of Asheville is the host of this one of a kind live outdoor theatrical experience. A special Sweet Peek Tour is offered nightly at 6:30 PM, allowing younger guests to experience the trail without actors before deciding if they'd like to enjoy the full show. Visitors can also explore Pirates Cove from 6-9 pm, featuring a 30-foot Pirate Ship Escape Room, live mermaid encounters, and pirate-themed activities. Reserve your 10 minute escape game upon arr-rival as the games book up quickly! The fun doesn't stop there. Guests ages 4 and older can explore The Adventure Centers glowing aerial adventure courses illuminated with thousands of colorful lights and lasers. Combo tickets for both attractions are available online and are expected to sell out in advance. The Haunted Trail does not sell out, but the entrance closes at 9:00 PM. Beyond the attractions, guests can enjoy a lively festival tent complete with local vendors, a lil ghouls play area, brews and beverages of all kinds, and hot & delicious Mellow Mushroom pizza. Asheville Plays is proud to continue its partnership with MANNA FoodBank through the Boo to Hunger program. Every Haunted Trail admission helps provide 4 meals for neighbors facing food insecurity. Additionally, $1 from every adult beverage sold will go to Camp Lakey Gap. Guests can enjoy live music on Friday nights at the Haunted Trail from the Asheville Rock Academy Kids Band. Get your tickets and enjoy a night of Halloween fun while giving back to the Western North Carolina community!
2026 DATES: OCT 9,10,16,17,22, 23,24,25.29,30 For tickets and additional information, visit www.hauntedtrailwnc.com.

The Jazz Showcase is curated by esteemed pianist, scholar, and UNC Asheville music professor Dr. Bill Bares; this showcase series is dedicated to bringing the region’s finest jazz musicians and most compelling sounds to our stage in a true listening room experience.

Four couples. One elegant dinner party. A gunshot, a missing host, and a house full of half-truths.

For decades, the historic Old Rock School in Valdese has welcomed award-winning bluegrass musicians and national favorites, offering an unforgettable experience in its intimate 500-seat auditorium. The Bluegrass at the Rock series returns for the 2026–2027 season, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway to this charming foothills town. Before the show, enjoy Valdese’s vibrant dining scene, from Italian-inspired dishes honoring the town’s Waldensian roots to Southern comfort food, handcrafted pizzas, sweet treats, and locally roasted coffee. Explore the outdoors at scenic McGalliard Falls or relax at the 300-acre Valdese Lakeside Park, ideal for paddling, picnicking, fishing, or walking trails. Discover the town’s rich Waldensian heritage through museums, festivals, and community celebrations. Come for the bluegrass, stay for the small-town charm, distinctive dining, natural beauty, and welcoming spirit that make Valdese a hidden gem in Western North Carolina.

All shows are at 7:30pm and doors will open at 6:30pm. The Old Rock School Box Office is open Monday - Friday from 8am -5pm (closed for lunch 12 - 1pm daily). The handicapped entrance is located at the side of the building (elevator). Call 828-879-2129 for additional information or send an email to mangi@valdesenc.gov. All ticket sales are non-refundable.

Showcasing original music from local and regional songwriters in an intimate listening space. Email support@smalltowncoffeeroasters.com for booking inquiries.

Ugandan musician Chinobay and blind born singer-songwriter Jordan Scheffer create a powerful musical conversation that bridges continents, traditions, and genres. Rooted in African rhythms, storytelling, and global fusion, their performances weave together the warm, expressive voice of Jordan Scheffer with Chinobay’s masterful musicianship on instruments including the Kora, Kalimba, Endongo, and Talking drum.
Together, they offer an experience that is both deeply intimate and joyfully alive — blending Afro-funk, folk, soul, and world music into a sound that feels borderless. Their connection on stage is built on mentorship, friendship, and a shared belief in music as a force for healing, cultural exchange, and connection.

Join us for a powerful afternoon of rhythm, culture, and artistry that resonates deep within the soul.
Part of our Afro Rhythm series produced by Chinobay and White Horse Black Mountain.

Sundays from 4 to 6 pm enjoy Greenville Jazz Collective's Sunday Jazz Jam! The jam is open to all ages and skill levels — and there is no cover charge to simply attend and enjoy.

The Greenville Jazz Collective (GJC) preserves and promotes jazz in Upstate South Carolina. GJC stewards this important American art form through the promotion of live performance to support our local musicians, as well as educational events and programs to nurture the next generation of jazz musicians.

The Jazz Showcase is curated by esteemed pianist, scholar, and UNC Asheville music professor Dr. Bill Bares; this showcase series is dedicated to bringing the region’s finest jazz musicians and most compelling sounds to our stage in a true listening room experience.

The Jazz Showcase is curated by esteemed pianist, scholar, and UNC Asheville music professor Dr. Bill Bares; this showcase series is dedicated to bringing the region’s finest jazz musicians and most compelling sounds to our stage in a true listening room experience.