Community Calendar

Live Bluegrass with The Sons of Ralph band at Jack of the Wood in Asheville NC, Fridays at 7:00

Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting) and experience the mountain as never before! The Naturalist Program version of Grandfather by Night includes an outdoor interpretive program about flora, fauna, folklore and other topics after sunset. This edition of the event series is accessible for those in a wheelchair or with limited mobility.

Four concerts featuring area musicians who have all had their music featured on WNCW.
Jun 13 - The Lillie Syracuse Trio
Jul 11 - Slow Runner
Aug 8 - R. Shayne Floyd
Sep 12 - The Wilder Flower
These free outdoor concerts are overseen by the Saluda Downtown Foundation, a 501(c)3 charity, and made possible by a grant from the Saluda Community Fund of the Polk County Community Foundation. The concerts go on rain or shine.

MountainTrue is BEYOND thrilled to bring the BANFF Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour to Asheville, NC, on September 12 & 13, 2025 — and you’re invited for not one, but TWO unforgettable nights of high-altitude excitement! Join us for a celebration of jaw-dropping adventure, heart-pounding sports, wild places, and inspiring stories from around the globe 🌍 Whether you’re a climber, paddler, trail fanatic, or armchair adventurer, there’s something here to spark your spirit.

Each night features a completely different lineup of films, so go ahead — double-dip the adventure!

This event is going to be hotter than a campfire on a chilly night! Don’t get left at basecamp — snag your tickets now and secure your spot for the adventure🔥

All proceeds support the work of MountainTrue

Austin McNeill is an independent artist born and raised in Rowan County, NC. He graduated from UNC Charlotte in 2018 and has been chasing music since first finding his passion in a small Southern Baptist church choir at the age of 5. He infuses country and rock with a contemporary, yet nostalgic flair.
Since releasing his debut Country EP “Carolina”, Austin has been on a fast track to success in the country music industry. Austin’s breakout single “Ridin’ Highways” was featured during the 2023 CMT awards. He was chosen to be a Tractor Supply Emerging Artist in 2023 and is actively mentored by Dustin Lynch.
Austin has since shared the stage with country superstars Lainey Wilson, Dustin Lynch, Lauren Alaina, Kip Moore, and Maddie & Tae, among others.
He performed at the Grand Ole Opry with Lainey Wilson in October of 2023. In 2024, Austin made his debut performances at Bridgestone Arena and AT&T Stadium.

FAE NECTAR PRESENTS: ISAAC HADDEN!

An incredible local talent and a rising star in the national festival circuit, we can’t WAIT to see what guitarist and bandleader ISAAC HADDEN brings to our beautiful Great Hall stage!
Isaac’s shows are known for their raw energy, spontaneous creativity, and deep musical chemistry. With a fearless approach to blending genre, he delivers sets that are as dynamic as they are unforgettable. Whether you’re a jam fan, a groove seeker, or just in it for the musical ride…this is live music that makes you feel alive. Join us for another great show at Fae Nectar!Saturday August 12th

General Admission, All-ages Show
Doors 6PM
Show 7PM

Isaac Hadden is a young, genre-smashing guitarist, vocalist, and bandleader currently based in Asheville, NC. His cutting-edge playing style and animated stage presence, combined with his passion and talent, have built him a dedicated fan base in the United States and abroad. His touring unit is a heavy-hitting all-star quartet quickly gaining notoriety on the music festival circuit and the East Coast jam scene for high-energy performances and tight, dynamic improvisation.

oin us in the intimate 78 seat Tina McGuire theater for the foot-stompin’, banjo-driven tunes from The Sawtooth Troubadours.

The Sawtooth Troubadours are an old-time music and cultural experience from the hills of Western North Carolina. While they embrace the traditions of the past, they also push the boundaries that create their own unique sound

A supergroup of sorts drawing from the bands Skunk Ruckus, the Trusty Hucksters, The John Hardy Party and F-5. They bring both an audio and visual show that is rarely seen on stage.

High energy old time, sea shanties, Fiddle Reels, Backwoods BBQ Blues, and lots of genre melding originals. Everything is up for grabs.

Sawtooth Troubadours are Jim McCarthy who plays banjo, percussion, harmonica and vocal. He is joined by Mark Toolan on Guitar, John Tirone on Double Bass, Michael Sprenglemeyer on Accordion, Sean Puckett on Washtub Bass and John Fullam on Fiddle.

Cocktail table seating upfront is available as well as a bar for refreshments located in the theater.

Don’t miss this great concert.

Low Country High Road
Drake White
Friday, September 12
Show: 8pm | Doors: 7pm
The Orange Peel
Ages 18+

Desert Dwellers - Between Worlds Tour 2025
TWO NIGHTS in ASHEVILLE NC
at Third Room (46 Wall Street, Downtown Asheville)

Tickets: $35-$40
8:30PM (Doors: 8PM)
21+

PURCHASE: https://tixr.com/e/151561

Friday Night - September 12th 2025
Desert Dwellers
David Starfire
Cualli
& Illusion of Duality

Lua Flora

Creating in a state of constant adventure, Asheville, NC-based Lua Flora has successfully unified sounds that typically don’t go together. Led by songwriter Evan Button, the “roots pop” act seamlessly blends Americana, pop, and indie folk with Caribbean and West African influences. In four quick years, the quartet has gone from backyard parties to national stages across the U.S. supporting Satsang, Franc Moody, Arise Roots, Of Good Nature, and Kendall Street Company in addition to festival appearances at Rooster Walk, Shakori Hills, Front Porch Fest, Kentucky Yoga Festival, Between the Trails, and others.

Wim Tapley

Based in Athens, Georgia, Wim Tapley came of age playing shows in Washington D.C. where he honed his voice with the passion of a born troubadour.
Since 2021, Wim and his live band The Cannons have called Athens home. His first week in Georgia, he made his way onto a local bill, etching a name for himself as a fresh and favorite hometown voice. He is ardently received by his ever-growing following at legendary venues like Eddie’s Attic and the Georgia Theatre, along with tours across the East Coast.

Firmly rooted in Americana and dashed with catchy pop sensibilities, the swinging depths of neo-soul, and a sprinkling of riotous horns, Wim’s arresting sound is as fresh as it is ageless, as fevered as it is raucous fun. A sonic westward expansion of fuzzed-out guitars, saloon pianos, defiant horns, and dusty vocals, his discography blazes a new take on folk and soul while honoring the songwriting giants that paved the way before him like Jason Isbell, Bill Withers, and Chris Stapleton.

Follow Wim on Spotify and Instagram and never miss out on the musical misadventures of the East Coast’s resident space cowboy.