Mountain Music: Live Concerts this Weekend Include Bluegrass, Folk, Pop Rock and Old TIme Mountain Music

August 6, 2015 - ASHEVILLE NC
Homegrown in Pritchard Park  This performance features Molly Rose.  Free performances by local singer/songwriters each Thursday between Memorial Day and Labor Day at Pritchard Park in downtown Asheville. Held from 6 PM - 8 PM and sponsored by 98.1 The River radio station.  

August 6 - 8, 2015 - ASHEVILLE NC
88th Annual Mountain Dance and Folk Festival   The nation’s longest running folk festival. The 88th annual edition of this three-day event showcases the best of the region’s old-time and bluegrass musicians, mountain dance groups, cloggers, and ballad singers. A different show every night, beginning at 7:00 PM nightly at Diana Wortham Theatre at Pack Place in downtown Asheville. 

August 7, 2015 - HENDERSONVILLE NC
 Music on Main Street   Horsefly / Rock & Blues  The annual Music On Main Street concert series will be held every Friday evening from June through August. Music On Main Street showcases a diverse lineup of musical talents, from jazz, pop, oldies, rock, to contemporary music with room to dance. There will also be a classic car show corvette night sponsored by the Hendersonville Antique Car Club.  Bring a chair and enjoy the music from 7 PM - 9 PM. Admission is FREE. 

August 7, 2015 - ASHEVILLE NC  
The Biltmore Concert Series:  Natalie Cole and Peabo Bryson    Enjoy performances by award-winning artists at Biltmore with stunning views of Biltmore House and the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering a perfect place to see a show under the stars. 

August 7, 2015 - SYLVA  NC
Concerts on the Creek -   Porch 40 Live concerts held every Friday night between Memorial Day Weekend and Labor Day. The free outdoor performances take place at the Bridge Park Pavilion beside Scott Creek in downtown Sylva on Fridays from 7:30-9:30 PM. All shows are family-friendly, drawing diverse audiences comprised of locals and visitors alike. 

August 7, 2015  - CASHIERS NC
Groovin' On The Green   This concert features " The Jackson Taylor Band "  (pop rock).  Live summer music concert with great music in a stunning venue in the beautiful weather. The summer concert series is held on Friday at 6:30 pm at the Village Commons. (Frank Allen Road – Next to the Post Office). FREE event, but tips appreciated.  

August 7 and 8, 2015 -  CHEROKEE  NC
Music on the River   Enjoy open-air musical performances by the river Friday and Saturday evenings in downtown Cherokee. Performances include rock n’ roll, blues, jazz, gospel and country, and are staged near local eateries, shopping, and downtown water features with room to dance along.   Friday night: David Lambert,  Saturday night: AM Superstars.  

August 7 - 8, 2015 -  FRANKLIN NC
 Mountain High BBQ & Music Festival   BBQ, Music and Car Show. This two-day event features authentic, mouth-watering BBQ, live entertainment ,a car show, cornhole tournament, crafters and tastin’ tent.  This is an official North Carolina State BBQ Championship with over $11,000 in cash and awards. Gate Entrance: $5 one day; $8 both days, Children 12 & under Free. Held at the Wayne Proffitt Agricultural Center, 1436 Georgia Road in Franklin.

August 7 - 8, 2015 -  LANSING
Ola Belle Reed Music Festival   A showcase of top notch local and visiting musicians honoring Ola Belle Reed, a local legendary bluegrass and gospel musician.  Musical acts will provide continuous day and evening concerts in addition to instrumental, songwriting, and voice workshops. The event also includes a Craft Market, Food Court and much more. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, overnight camping available. Purchase tickets online or at the gate.

August 8, 2015 -   ROBBINSVILLE NC
An Appalachian Evening - Mac Arnold and Plate Full O' Blues    This annual summer concert series offers an ever-changing schedule of bluegrass, folk and old-time mountain music by award-winning artists — quality entertainment for the entire family. Rich in cultural heritage, An Appalachian Evening continues to be a favorite with locals and visitors alike. All concerts at 7:30 pm in the air-conditioned Lynn L. Shields Auditorium. 

August 8, 2015 - ASHEVILLE NC
15th Annual RiverFest    Crafts, kid fun, a raft race, music and more.  RiverFest is an event especially for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Craft vendors sell local handmade goods, there are kids parades and activities and the popular Anything That Floats Raft Parade also takes place that afternoon. Live music continues into the evening. 1 PM - 7 PM.

August  8 - 9, 2015 - BLOWING ROCK NC
Riders in the Sky Perform at Tweetsie Railroad   Come hear America's Favorite Cowboys and Grammy award-winning singers. The shows are included in the Park admission but seating is on a first come basis. Showtimes at noon and 3 PM.  

August 9, 2015 - ASHEVILLE NC
The Biltmore Concert Series:  Counting Crows: Somewhere Under Wonderland Tour with special guest Citizen Cope    Enjoy performances by award-winning artists at Biltmore with stunning views of Biltmore House and the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering a perfect place to see a show under the stars.