Sep 21 Saturday
Travis LeDoyt is so on point that Elvis’ drummer, D.J. Fontana has stated, “This is as close as you’re going to get to seeing Elvis in the 50s.”
LeDoyt has the look, the moves, voice and the musical chops, as well as the charm and charisma to pull off every aspect of Presley as he mesmerized audiences in the early days of Rock & Roll. Though based in the US, LeDoyt has travelled the world bringing his tasteful and authentic portrayal to audiences who are transformed to the 1950’s in both song and presentation.
Tryon Fine Arts Center kicks off it's Signature Series with LeDoyt's Tribute to the King performance on Saturday, September 21 at 7:30 pm on the main stage.
There’s a new tenant at Armadillo Acres, and she’s wreaking havoc all over Florida’s most exclusive trailer park. When Pippi, the stripper on the run, comes between the Dr. Phil–loving, agoraphobic Jeannie and her tollbooth collector husband, the storms begin to brew.
“A heartfelt, humorous look at trailer park life …. Every song is full of surprises, as the music slips across the dial of American radio from country to blues to rock to disco to bump and grind and R&B.” — The New York Times
Patron Alert: This production includes guns, loud noises, strobe lights, a disco ball, rock and roll, profanity, and adult situations.
September 19-22 & 26-29
Storytelling through song--John Prine, Hank Sr., old blues, classic country, originals, and duelettes.
Heavy Lifters - ska band from Brevard, NC will be making their debut performance in Asheville at One World West on September 21st at 9:00pm. Come dance to their fun original tunes and classic ska, reggae, and soul covers. This eight piece bring the fun with a mission to lift spirits on the dance floor!
Sep 22 Sunday
Saturday September 21, 10am-4pm & Sunday September 22, 12pm-4pm
This free celebration of mountain heritage features traditional crafts accompanied by music and dancing. On-going demonstrations will include traditional woodworking with traditional tools, weaving, spinning, dyeing, broom making, stone carving, and printmaking. Visitors will have the opportunity to try their own hand at some of the crafts and an activity table will encourage young people to create objects. A music stage will provide further entertainment with bluegrass and gospel music. There is free parking and a grassy area for picnics and relaxation. Spend an early autumn day in WNC honoring and learning about the crafts of yesteryear.
The Southern Highland Craft Guild invites visitors to experience daily craft demonstrations at the Folk Art Centerfrom March through December. Every day from 10am-4pm, two artists of differing media will explain anddemonstrate their craft with informative materials displayed at their booth. These free educational events are open to the public.
The Farm Tour showcases the diversity of working farms in Western North Carolina, including vegetables, livestock, vineyards, orchards, flowers, fiber, and more! This is a family-friendly event and a great outing for visitors of all ages, abilities, and interests. All are welcome. Event is located at 21 different farms in 5 geographic clusters. See our event page for participating farms and more details.
Ani & Wanei Culture FestCome enjoy a gathering of Cherokee and Appalachian people! You can join a Cherokee Friendship Dance or taste frybread tacos, listen to a native flute musician or an Appalachian guitarist, browse for Appalachian and Cherokee art, and meet the Cherokee Royalty. There will be face painting and puppet shows for the kids. Come, join hands to get to know another prominent culture in these mountain communities. The event takes place on September 22nd from 12:00 PM until 4:00 PM at the Hickory Nut Gap Farm on 57 Sugar Hollow Road, Fairview, NC 28730.
Sep 23 Monday
Sep 24 Tuesday