Community Calendar

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.

The Board Identity - Boone's Tuesday Game Club

COME JAM ON TUESDAYS!
Fireforge's Open Bluegrass Acoustic Jam with hosts Matt Purinton and Sam Kruer is every Tuesday evening from 6:30-8:30 pm! Everyone with an acoustic instrument is welcome to play. Come jam or listen and request tunes! It’s going to be a ton of picking and grinning . See you there!

MEET THE HOSTS
Matt and Sam are both veterans of the Greenville music scene. While both are steeped in bluegrass, they’re versatile in their ability to play many styles. Matt’s fiery mandolin playing and Sam’s rock solid bass grooves enable them to make an exciting bluegrass sound that you’ll want to rock with!

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.