Calendar of Events
Upcoming events and things to do in Asheville, NC. Below is a list of events for festivals, concerts, art exhibitions, group meetups and more.
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This production includes unique video content for each song as the fusion of Beatlesque-Pop and Classical arrangements performed by EVIL WOMAN’s 12 musicians, including a live string section, is brought to life.
The attention to detail on vocal harmonies and string arrangements is astonishingly similar to all of ELO’s original recordings.
Mr. Blue Sky, Telephone Line, Don’t Bring Me Down, Livin’ Thing, Evil Woman and Roll Over Beethoven are among a list of over 20 instantly recognizable chart-topping hit songs.
A Lecture Demonstration Series for the Curious, the New, and the Devotee
Sun, Feb 8 • 3 pm | 60 Minutes
In the late 1950s and ’60s, musicians like John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Charles Mingus, Wayne Shorter, Ornette Coleman, and others claimed their place as artists. There wasn’t any real doubt before, but jazz now sat at the heights of contemporary art, fully claiming the aesthetic and compositional achievements originally won by artists like Mary Lou Williams and Ellington. Still, it never stopped being a soulful expression of individuality, inspiration, and a challenge to embrace our highest intent.
Jazz Is for Everyone is a series of five one-hour sessions exploring jazz music. Come to one or join them all—each session stands on its own and welcomes listeners at any level.
What You’ll Experience:
Guided listening
Live music demonstrations
Stories that connect the music to people, places, and intent
A space for questions, curiosity, and shared discovery
Jeremy Walker launched Jazz Is for Everyone in 2004 at his Brilliant Corners Jazz Club, with Wynton Marsalis serving as Artistic Advisor. The program was developed as an Educational Affiliate with Jazz at Lincoln Center. Since then, Walker’s been writing, composing, performing, producing, and speaking about why this music still matters.
When Dean was 3, the documentary “This Is Elvis” was being broadcast on television. He immediately cleared the coffee table, jumped on top of it and started trying to imitate Presley’s every move. Not long after, Dean’s mother made his first Elvis jump suit, and he was on his way.”The first song I sang on stage was ‘Jailhouse Rock.’ Every time I shook the audience would scream, and I’ve been shaking ever since.” Z said.
Billy Strings is a force to be reckoned with in the world of American roots music. Born William Lee Apostol, this prodigious guitarist, singer, and songwriter has captivated audiences across the globe with his virtuosic playing, heartfelt lyrics, and boundless energy on stage. With a sound that seamlessly blends traditional bluegrass, folk, country, and metal influences, Billy Strings has become a leading figure in the modern roots music revival. Hailing from the musical hotbed of Michigan, Billy Strings discovered his passion for music at a young age.
This is a four day music festival at Harrrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville.
Billy Strings is a force to be reckoned with in the world of American roots music. Born William Lee Apostol, this prodigious guitarist, singer, and songwriter has captivated audiences across the globe with his virtuosic playing, heartfelt lyrics, and boundless energy on stage. With a sound that seamlessly blends traditional bluegrass, folk, country, and metal influences, Billy Strings has become a leading figure in the modern roots music revival. Hailing from the musical hotbed of Michigan, Billy Strings discovered his passion for music at a young age.
This is a four day music festival at Harrrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville.
Billy Strings is a force to be reckoned with in the world of American roots music. Born William Lee Apostol, this prodigious guitarist, singer, and songwriter has captivated audiences across the globe with his virtuosic playing, heartfelt lyrics, and boundless energy on stage. With a sound that seamlessly blends traditional bluegrass, folk, country, and metal influences, Billy Strings has become a leading figure in the modern roots music revival. Hailing from the musical hotbed of Michigan, Billy Strings discovered his passion for music at a young age.
This is a four day music festival at Harrrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville.
Billy Strings is a force to be reckoned with in the world of American roots music. Born William Lee Apostol, this prodigious guitarist, singer, and songwriter has captivated audiences across the globe with his virtuosic playing, heartfelt lyrics, and boundless energy on stage. With a sound that seamlessly blends traditional bluegrass, folk, country, and metal influences, Billy Strings has become a leading figure in the modern roots music revival. Hailing from the musical hotbed of Michigan, Billy Strings discovered his passion for music at a young age.
This is a four day music festival at Harrrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville.
Wortham Presents Solas
Sat, Feb 14 • 8 pm
Hailed by The Boston Globe as “the finest Celtic ensemble this country has ever produced,” Solas celebrates 30 years of boundary-pushing Irish music. With fiery instrumentals, rich vocals, and adventurous musicality, their high-energy performance promises a powerful celebration of Irish music—past, present, and future.
“An Irish traditional band bearing all the marks of greatness” —The Wall Street Journal
Sat, Feb 14 • 8 pm
Hailed by The Boston Globe as “the finest Celtic ensemble this country has ever produced,” Solas celebrates 30 years of boundary-pushing Irish music. With fiery instrumentals, rich vocals, and adventurous musicality, their high-energy performance promises a powerful celebration of Irish music—past, present, and future.
“An Irish traditional band bearing all the marks of greatness” —The Wall Street Journal
Spotlight on Solas:
Formed in New York City in 1995 by a powerhouse lineup of Irish-American talent
Released twelve acclaimed albums blending Irish tradition with folk, bluegrass, and Americana
Concept album Shamrock City explores immigrant life in early 1900s Montana
Features founding members Seamus Egan, Winifred Horan, and John Williams
The concert will feature acclaimed flute player and singer Nuala Kennedy, touted as “spellbinding” and “a delight” by The Irish Times
Dwight Yoakam is a legendary artist whose influence has reshaped the landscape of country music and beyond. With over 25 million albums sold worldwide, he is a 21-time GRAMMY® nominee and multiple GRAMMY® Award winner. His catalog includes 12 gold albums and 9 platinum or multi-platinum releases, with five topping Billboard Country Albums chart and 14 landing in the Top 10. Nearly 40 of his singles have charted on Billboard, including 14 Top 10 hits.
A band puts on a concert – Hairball puts on an event! Hairball is a Rock & Roll experience you won’t soon forget. The lights, sound, smoke, fire, bombs, and screaming hoards of avid fans…to merely call it a concert would be like calling Mount Rushmore a roadside attraction!
Vocalists Kris Vox, Dave Moody, and Patrick Stone lead the band through a 2+ hour, mind-blowing, and dropdead accurate homage to some of the biggest arena acts in the world. Van Halen, KISS, Motley Crue, Queen, Journey, and Aerosmith are but a few of the acts fans will see brought to life. The Hairball stage becomes an entirely new rock concert before your very eyes countless times throughout the night.
The motor that drives the Hairball dragster consists of HBK on the electric bass, Billy on the drums, and Happy on the lead guitar. These Rock & Roll soldiers pride themselves on nailing some of the most memorable licks and chops of all time, while adding their own style and flare that they’ve cultivated over decades of tireless performing. This isn’t a side job. These guys eat, sleep and breathe Rock & Roll!
With 7 studio albums, more than 800 concerts worldwide, numerous international awards, and prestigious collaborations with Ghostface Killah (Wu-Tang Clan), Del The Funky Homosapien (Gorillaz), Mark Lanegan, Mick Jenkins, Aloe Blacc, D-Smoke, Tricky, Sharon Jones, Lee Fields, and more, French independent producer Wax Tailor has confirmed, despite his media discretion, his influence on the international electro-hip hop scene for over 20 years.
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of his debut album “Tales Of The Forgotten Melodies,” which left an indelible mark on the history of trip-hop and established Wax Tailor as a pillar of the global electro-hip hop scene, he has embarked on a North America tour in 2025, which will conclude in February 2026 with eight final shows in Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Dallas, Asheville, Atlanta, Orlando, and Miami.
Wortham Presents
Nicole Zuraitis
Wed, Mar 4 • 7 pm
A 2X Grammy-winning jazz singer-songwriter, pianist, arranger, and New York-based bandleader—Zuraitis is a trailblazing artist with “a heart as big as her remarkable voice” (Jazz Police). Discover how this dynamic performer and “prolific songwriter” (Broadway World) is redefining vocal jazz.
“Zuraitis showcases superb songcraft.”—DownBeat Magazine
Wed, Mar 4 • 7 pm
A 2X Grammy-winning jazz singer-songwriter, pianist, arranger, and New York-based bandleader—Zuraitis is a trailblazing artist with “a heart as big as her remarkable voice” (Jazz Police). Discover how this dynamic performer and “prolific songwriter” (Broadway World) is redefining vocal jazz.
“Zuraitis showcases superb songcraft.” —DownBeat Magazine
Spotlight on Nicole Zuraitis:
How Love Begins won “Best Jazz Vocal Album” and was written and arranged entirely by Zuraitis herself
A New York jazz scene staple, she has headlined at Birdland, Blue Note, and Dizzy’s
Honored with an Honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters and teaches jazz at NYU
Featured on Grammy-winning projects with Jon Batiste, LeAnn Rimes, and husband Dan Pugach
Winner of the American Traditions Vocal Competition Gold Medal and Broadway World’s “Best Big Band Show”
From the bombastic and epic, to the folky and mystical, Get The Led Out (GTLO) have captured the essence of the recorded music of Led Zeppelin and brought it to the concert stage. The Philadelphia-based group consists of six veteran musicians intent on delivering Led Zeppelin live, like you’ve never heard before. Utilizing the multi-instrumentalists at their disposal, GTLO re-create the songs in all their depth and glory with the studio overdubs that Zeppelin themselves never performed. When you hear three guitars on the album…GTLO delivers three guitarists on stage. No wigs or fake English accents, GTLO brings what the audience wants…a high energy Zeppelin concert with an honest, heart- thumping intensity.
Join us for the Southeast’s largest gathering of farmers, gardeners, land-stewards, and food-system changemakers! Our Spring Conference supports, inspires, and educates people to farm, garden, and live organically by providing affordable, practical, hands-on education. Whether you’re a seasoned grower or just starting out, you’ll leave with connections, knowledge, and inspiration to build a more vibrant, equitable, and abundant food and farming system.
What’s in store:
• Your choice of 60+ classes spanning across 12 track topics including gardening, soils, farming business and production, earth stewardship, sustainable living, and more
• Hands-on workshops from experts across the region and practical demonstrations you can apply right away
• Networking and community-building with growers, educators, and advocates from across the country
Wortham Center Student Series
TheaterWorksUSA presents Stuntboy, In the Meantime
Tue, March 17 • 10 am & 12 pm
Grades 2–5
Show length: 60 minutes
Based on the award-winning graphic novel by Jason Reynolds and Raúl the Third, this adaptation follows middle-schooler Portico Reeves—aka Stuntboy—whose superpower is keeping everyone safe as he navigates identity, emotional wellness, empathy, and growing up. Living in the biggest apartment building on the block, Portico faces everyday challenges, including his parents’ impending divorce and dealing with anxiety, which he calls “the frets.” Through humor, heart, and heroism, this performance will engage students in important conversations about resilience and the power of human connection.
Reservations for individuals (9 people or less): $12 each
Reservations for groups (10 people or more): $11 each
Straight from Hollywood, See Dancing with the Stars, Live!
Wortham Presents John McCutcheon
Fri, Mar 21 • 8 pm
Grammy-nominated master instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, storyteller, activist, and author—McCutcheon is folk music’s true Renaissance man. Wherever he performs, his legendary charm resonates with audiences of every generation.
“The most impressive instrumentalist I’ve ever heard” —Johnny Cash
“John McCutcheon is not only one of the best musicians in the USA, but also a great singer, songwriter, and song leader.”—Pete Seeger
Connect with the artist in a community event.
Sat, Mar 21 • 8 pm
Grammy-nominated master instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, storyteller, activist, and author—McCutcheon is folk music’s true Renaissance man. Wherever he performs, his legendary charm resonates with audiences of every generation.
“The most impressive instrumentalist I’ve ever heard” —Johnny Cash
“John McCutcheon is not only one of the best musicians in the USA, but also a great singer, songwriter, and song leader.”—Pete Seeger
Connect with the artist in a community event.
Spotlight on John McCutcheon:
Released his 45th album, Field of Stars, in his 52nd year of performing
World-renowned master of the hammer dulcimer and folk music archivist
Learned his craft in Appalachian coal camps and country churches
Revolutionized family music with five Grammy-nominated children’s albums
Compared to Will Rogers and Garrison Keillor for his rich storytelling style
The immersive concert-style theater show chronicles the amazing journey shared by the folk-rock duo, Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. It tells the story from their humble beginnings as Tom & Jerry to their incredible success as one of the best-selling music groups of the ‘60’s to their dramatic split in 1970. It culminates with the famous “The Concert in Central Park” reunion in 1981 with more than half a million fans in attendance.
THE ULTIMATE DOORS
APRIL 10 – 12
Visiting Artist Presentation
Get ready to break on through — The Ultimate Doors are here to light your fire. With vintage sound, hypnotic keys, and that unmistakable Morrison magic, this tribute captures the heat, the poetry, and the beautiful chaos that made The Doors a legend. It’s “L.A. Woman” meets “Riders on the Storm,” wild and utterly magnetic. Every note shimmers with the same dark glamour and reckless spirit that once set the Sunset Strip ablaze. So come on, baby, and feel it for yourself, The Ultimate Doors bring the mystery, the mayhem, and the music that still burns bright.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
TICKETS STARTING AT: $48
Child Pricing Available (17 & under)
THE ULTIMATE DOORS
APRIL 10 – 12
Visiting Artist Presentation
Get ready to break on through — The Ultimate Doors are here to light your fire. With vintage sound, hypnotic keys, and that unmistakable Morrison magic, this tribute captures the heat, the poetry, and the beautiful chaos that made The Doors a legend. It’s “L.A. Woman” meets “Riders on the Storm,” wild and utterly magnetic. Every note shimmers with the same dark glamour and reckless spirit that once set the Sunset Strip ablaze. So come on, baby, and feel it for yourself, The Ultimate Doors bring the mystery, the mayhem, and the music that still burns bright.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
TICKETS STARTING AT: $48
Child Pricing Available (17 & under)
Wortham Presents Breabach
Sat, Apr 11 • 7 pm
One of Scotland’s most innovative musical exports, this skilled contemporary folk act fuses Highland and Island traditions into a fresh, distinctive sound rooted in heritage. Their multi-award-winning performances match “fiery intensity with exquisite finesse” and are “as polished as [they are] passionate” (The Scotsman).
Sat, Apr 11 • 7 pm
One of Scotland’s most innovative musical exports, this skilled contemporary folk act fuses Highland and Island traditions into a fresh, distinctive sound rooted in heritage. Their multi-award-winning performances match “fiery intensity with exquisite finesse” and are “as polished as [they are] passionate” (The Scotsman).
Spotlight on Breabach:
Formed in 2005 with a bold lineup featuring two bagpipers and a fiddle
Repertoire spans reels, airs, pibrochs, and original songs with global flair
Collaborated with artists from Cape Breton to New Zealand and beyond
Honored with six BBC ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards, including Folk Band of the Year and Album of the Year
Latest album Fàs explores Scotland’s natural world through progressive folk
THE ULTIMATE DOORS
APRIL 10 – 12
Visiting Artist Presentation
Get ready to break on through — The Ultimate Doors are here to light your fire. With vintage sound, hypnotic keys, and that unmistakable Morrison magic, this tribute captures the heat, the poetry, and the beautiful chaos that made The Doors a legend. It’s “L.A. Woman” meets “Riders on the Storm,” wild and utterly magnetic. Every note shimmers with the same dark glamour and reckless spirit that once set the Sunset Strip ablaze. So come on, baby, and feel it for yourself, The Ultimate Doors bring the mystery, the mayhem, and the music that still burns bright.
Event Times: 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM
TICKETS STARTING AT: $48
Child Pricing Available (17 & under)
Wortham Presents
Reginald Golden and the Reginald Golden Singers: Stony the Road
Fri, Apr 17 • 7 pm
Inspired by James Weldon Johnson’s Lift Every Voice and Sing, this powerful musical suite by composer Reginald Golden blends jazz, blues, gospel, folk, and spirituals. Each movement honors both the struggle and resilience of the Black experience, while celebrating the beauty and richness of its cultural legacy.
Fri, Apr 17 • 7 pm
Inspired by James Weldon Johnson’s Lift Every Voice and Sing, this powerful musical suite by composer Reginald Golden blends jazz, blues, gospel, folk, and spirituals. Each movement honors both the struggle and resilience of the Black experience, while celebrating the beauty and richness of its cultural legacy.
Spotlight on Reginald Golden and the Reginald Golden Singers:
Debuted at the White House during BET’s nationally televised tribute to the Obamas
Ensemble features powerhouse vocalists connected through Howard University and national gospel networks
Reginald Golden’s musical direction blends genres with precision and emotional depth
Golden’s career spans global tours and collaborations with artists from jazz legends to pop icons
Each movement of the suite reflects a unique interpretation of James Weldon Johnson’s iconic text
Bob Dylan’s career has lasted the better part of sixty years now. He has never gotten by on sentimentality or nostalgia. He has never repeated his successes. Dylan has always pushed his work ahead.