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A high-energy '90s alternative rock cover band.

Step into a glow-in-the-dark world where dinosaurs come alive! Lightwire Theater, renowned for its innovative fusion of electroluminescent puppetry, dance and music has charmed audiences across the globe and was even a semi-finalist on NBC’s America’s Got Talent. Special Family Discount: Buy an Adult Ticket & get a Student Ticket Free! Tickets are available at...

Florence Thomas Art School will showcase vibrant paintings of Ashe County created by Ashe County 3rd graders. The Ashe County Arts Council highlights artwork from young creatives across the county in various mediums. Doe Ridge Pottery will proudly display the ceramic creations from Ashe County Elementary students. Free fun, family-friendly event. Enjoy kid-friendly snacks/drinks and...

This 5-piece band from Ashe County, NC, brings the best of 90s and 2000s rock along with a mix of rock hits from across the decades.

Step into the 17th and 18th centuries with Heartland Baroque, a dynamic ensemble of early music specialists from across the U.S., including North Carolina, Maryland, and Indiana. Featuring baroque violins, cello, dulcian, baroque bassoon, theorbo, and baroque guitar, these acclaimed musicians bring the brilliance and spontaneity of Baroque music to life. Tickets are available at...

Plunge into Spring at Zaloo's! At 0800 hours, that's 8AM for civilians and river tubers. Quick workout and plunge! Post Plunge: Coffee & Bacon/Egg/Cheese Sandwhiches. Come out and Plunge into Spring (literally)!

Everything you want to hear and more!

Southern-fried rock and soul

Come learn the old ways of healing in the mountains. Grounded in history and direct experience. This class will explore how to safely and simply identify plants used in traditional Appalachian Folk medicine.

One of the premier music festivals in the country, serves as an annual homecoming for musicians and music fans. MerleFest was founded in 1988 in memory of the late Eddy Merle Watson, son of legend Doc Watson. MerleFest is a celebration of “traditional plus” music, a unique mix of music based on the traditional, roots-oriented...

Join us on Friday, April 24th at the Sunset Overlook at Mount Jefferson State Natural Area for the 2026 Statewide Star Party!Hosted by NC State Parks as a part of NCSciFest.Telescopes will be set up for star gazing and lunar viewing.Free Interactive astronomy themed activities and crafts will be set up at the Overlook.All ages...

Wildheart Women's Retreat is an invitation to find your path back home to yourself, to be quiet with the beautiful land that encompasses Turtle Island Preserve and to connect with other women in deeply nourishing ways, while in a supportive, caring community setting.