Community Calendar

With over 500 shows performed since its inception in 2014, Runaway Gin is the World’s Most Notable Phish Tribute Project. They have been voted the Best Phish Tribute in the World two years in a row and 2022 Charleston Jam Band of the Year. On July 4th, 2015, after the second show of the Grateful Dead GD50 run, Runaway Gin sold out the Hard Rock Cafe in Chicago catapulting them from a Southeastern regional act onto the National scene. The band has also made numerous festival appearances including Rooster Walk Music and Arts Festival, Resonance Music and Arts Festival, the Woodlands Music and Arts Festival, Nextival (headliner), Hidden in the Hollow Festival and has headlined top national venues such as: the Norva, the National, Jannus Live, and the Georgia Theater.

The members of Runaway Gin have united with the goal of creating musical moments inspired by Phish. The band's song list is constantly growing and their improvisational and communication skills are constantly developing independently and together. Like Phish, Runaway Gin will never play the same show or jam the same way twice making every show a unique experience and every moment pure artistic creation.

Live Reggae with rotating bands every Sunday!

Appalachian and holiday music and storytelling, audience participation and sing-a-longs are all on tap for Christmas in Appalachia: A singin', strummin', family show! at BMCA. Join acclaimed old time musician Travis Stuart, actor/storyteller John Hall and friends as they share stories and songs about Appalachian Christmas traditions and memories. Learn the stories behind “Old Christmas”, “Ruling Days”, “Serenading” and how St. Nick began putting presents in stockings. Experience the beauty of seasonal music played on traditional Appalachian instruments, and sing along to everyone’s favorite holiday tunes. Bring the family to enjoy Christmas in Appalachia!

December 19-21

Fri & Sat 7:30pm, Sat & Sun 2pm

Tickets $15 for adults

$10 for youth (ages 6-17)

Mark your calendars — December 5, 2025, through January 5, 2026 — the beloved Deck the Trees holiday tradition is back, bigger and brighter than ever!

Now celebrating 15 years, Deck the Trees will once again bring holiday wonder to Black Mountain and Swannanoa, all for a great cause. This cherished fundraiser benefits the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry (SVCM) Fuel Fund, which helps neighbors in need to keep their homes warm during winter.

This year’s theme, “Christmas in Music & Song,” will inspire more than 50 beautifully decorated trees across town. You’ll find many of them at Peri Social House, Tyson Furniture Company, and White Horse Black Mountain, plus dozens of other local businesses decked out for the season.

How It Works:
From December 5 to January 5, you can vote for your favorite tree(s) by donating $1 per vote. Vote as many times as you’d like. Every dollar goes directly to the SVCM Fuel Fund. Voting is easy:
-Scan the QR code at each tree to donate online
-Or drop cash or checks in the donation box next to the tree (Online donations encouraged)

Can’t Visit in Person?
A full list of locations — plus photos of every tree — will be posted soon on the SVCM Deck the Trees website so you can vote from anywhere.

Follow the Festivities:
Stay updated on this year’s dazzling displays and special moments by following SVCM on Facebook (facebook.com/svcmcares) and Instagram (@svcmwnc).

This holiday season, let your heart and your votes warm homes across our valley!

Appalachian and holiday music and storytelling, audience participation and sing-a-longs are all on tap for Christmas in Appalachia: A singin', strummin', family show! at BMCA. Join acclaimed old time musician Travis Stuart, actor/storyteller John Hall and friends as they share stories and songs about Appalachian Christmas traditions and memories. Learn the stories behind “Old Christmas”, “Ruling Days”, “Serenading” and how St. Nick began putting presents in stockings. Experience the beauty of seasonal music played on traditional Appalachian instruments, and sing along to everyone’s favorite holiday tunes. Bring the family to enjoy Christmas in Appalachia!

December 19-21

Fri & Sat 7:30pm, Sat & Sun 2pm

Tickets $15 for adults

$10 for youth (ages 6-17)

Come celebrate the Savior’s birth at the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, NC, December 1-23. Bring your family and friends for a live nativity, horse-drawn carriage rides, light displays, delicious treats, carolers, and inspiring exhibits.

Live Reggae with rotating bands every Sunday!

Mark your calendars — December 5, 2025, through January 5, 2026 — the beloved Deck the Trees holiday tradition is back, bigger and brighter than ever!

Now celebrating 15 years, Deck the Trees will once again bring holiday wonder to Black Mountain and Swannanoa, all for a great cause. This cherished fundraiser benefits the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry (SVCM) Fuel Fund, which helps neighbors in need to keep their homes warm during winter.

This year’s theme, “Christmas in Music & Song,” will inspire more than 50 beautifully decorated trees across town. You’ll find many of them at Peri Social House, Tyson Furniture Company, and White Horse Black Mountain, plus dozens of other local businesses decked out for the season.

How It Works:
From December 5 to January 5, you can vote for your favorite tree(s) by donating $1 per vote. Vote as many times as you’d like. Every dollar goes directly to the SVCM Fuel Fund. Voting is easy:
-Scan the QR code at each tree to donate online
-Or drop cash or checks in the donation box next to the tree (Online donations encouraged)

Can’t Visit in Person?
A full list of locations — plus photos of every tree — will be posted soon on the SVCM Deck the Trees website so you can vote from anywhere.

Follow the Festivities:
Stay updated on this year’s dazzling displays and special moments by following SVCM on Facebook (facebook.com/svcmcares) and Instagram (@svcmwnc).

This holiday season, let your heart and your votes warm homes across our valley!

Come celebrate the Savior’s birth at the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, NC, December 1-23. Bring your family and friends for a live nativity, horse-drawn carriage rides, light displays, delicious treats, carolers, and inspiring exhibits.

Live Reggae with rotating bands every Sunday!