Patio Show: Nate Hadley
– ALL AGES- LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVENATE HADLEY Nate Hadley is a folk and Americana singer-songwriter based in Winchester, VA, blending modern songwriting with traditional Appalachian influences. Born in West Virginia, raised just outside of Asheville NC, his commanding voice carries a quiet vulnerability, bringing stories shaped by his roots to life. A traveler at heart, Nate has spent much of his life chasing that great abyss and collecting stories along the way. Though he’s called many places home, he remains deeply connected to the mountains that raised him. That search for meaning, belonging, something just beyond the next bend, is entangled in his lyrics. Bluegrass and Appalachian traditions anchor the sonic foundation of his music, paired with authentic lyrics that cut deep. Nate references artists like Pete Seeger, Jason Isbell, and The Lumineers, as he aspires to write songs that feel both timeless and personal. Nate released his debut EP Burn My Heart in December 2025, with singles “Who You Were” and the title track emerging as fan favorites. He followed the release with “7 Year Rust,” and his new songs “Burning Cold” and “Carolina girls” in May of this year. Onstage, he’s steadily growing a community through honest personal performances across the East Coast.
David Wilcox Annual Thanksgiving Homecoming Concert
ALL AGESFULLY SEATED SHOWLIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLEDAVID WILCOX There are songwriters who chronicle life, and then there’s David Wilcox—an artist who metabolizes it. He has long been a quiet force in American folk music; a musician’s musician, a writer’s writer, and a seeker whose gift lies in making the personal feel universal. With the upcoming release of The Way I Tell the Story (2025), Wilcox proves, yet again, that resilience isn’t just a survival skill—it’s an art form. The record shimmers with musical sophistication but leaves just enough space for the listener to feel what Wilcox has always done best: tell the truth, gently but without apology. The music he’s creating now comes from a place that can’t be faked. In recent years, Wilcox’s life has been shaped by his wife’s Parkinson’s diagnosis—a shift that reordered his priorities and redefined his sense of time, love, and presence. But rather than retreat, Wilcox leaned in. “Times get tough, and music gets good,” he says, and means it. These songs don’t dramatize. They don’t resolve neatly. They sit in the complexity of living—open-eyed, unafraid, quietly brave. Wilcox’s career began in earnest in the late 1980s, when his self-released debut The Nightshift Watchman caught the attention of A&M Records. His major-label debut, How Did You Find Me Here (1989), became an unexpected hit, selling over 100,000 copies largely by word of mouth and live shows alone—an unheard-of feat for a debut folk record. Critics took note of his deft guitar work and emotional clarity, but it was the unassuming wisdom threaded through his lyrics that truly set him apart. Rolling Stone praised his “soulful insight,” while The New York Times called his music “a kind of open-hearted therapy.” Wilcox’s music still resonates, especially now, because it doesn’t try to outpace the moment. It meets it. In his world, craft is a form of care. Introspection is a public offering. And staying soft in a hard world isn’t a liability—it’s a kind of leadership. For audiences seeking something more than noise, more than nostalgia, Wilcox’s songs remain a rare kind of company. Not flashy. Not loud. Just deeply, generously alive.
Jeff Coffin, Jordan Perlson, Viktor Krauss with Bob Lanzetti
ALL AGES SEATED SHOW LIMITED NUMBER OF PREMIUM SEATING TICKETS AVAILABLE JEFF COFFIN, JORDAN PERLSON, VIKTOR KRAUSS with special guest BOB LANZETTI The CPK Trio is an exciting collaboration between saxophonist Jeff Coffin, drummer Jordan Perlson, and bassist Viktor Krauss. Each musician is a virtuoso in his own right, and together they create a sound that is both sophisticated and groundbreaking. Jeff Coffin, a Grammy Award-winning saxophonist known for his work with Dave Matthews Band and Béla Fleck and the Flecktones, brings his dynamic and expressive playing to the group. Jordan Perlson, a versatile drummer known for his work with Becca Stevens and Adrien Belew has a rich background in jazz, rock, and electronic music, and adds intricate, textured rhythms. Viktor Krauss, an accomplished bassist and composer, is revered for his work with artists like Bill Frisell, Robert Plant/Alison Krauss, Lyle Lovett and James Taylor. With deep roots in jazz, Americana, and experimental music, he provides the harmonic foundation and melodic depth for this powerhouse group. The CPK Trio’s music is a true fusion of styles, characterized by improvisation, complex arrangements, soulful compositions, and a fearless approach to exploring new sonic landscapes. The trio is joined on this tour by very special guest Bob Lanzetti, renowned guitarist and member of the Grammy Award-winning band Snarky Puppy. JEFF COFFIN is a saxophonist and composer who has earned international acclaim for his work with Dave Matthews Band and Béla Fleck & the Flecktones, as well as his 23+ solo projects. Coffin’s approach to the saxophone is marked by a fearless sense of exploration, fusing elements of jazz, funk, world music, and rock into a style that is uniquely his own. Drummer JORDAN PERLSON is one of the most dynamic and catalytic musicians you will hear. Transplanted from NYC to Nashville, Tennessee in 2016, Jordan remains an integral part of a wide international music scene. VIKTOR KRAUSS is a bassist whose contributions to music are as varied as they are profound. With a background that includes collaborations with Lyle Lovett, Bill Frisell, Robert Plant/Alison Krauss, James Taylor, and Shawn Colvin, Krauss has established himself as a musician capable of moving seamlessly between genres. His bass playing, characterized by a deep, melodic sensibility, has been a key element in the success of countless recordings and live performances. As a solo artist, Krauss has explored the intersections of jazz, Americana, and cinematic music, crafting works that are both innovative and deeply emotional. His versatility and creativity have made him a sought-after collaborator in the music world. Special guest BOB LANZETTI is a Brooklyn, NY based professional guitarist, composer, producer, and educator. He has performed and recorded with many artists throughout the NYC area as well as played in over 40 countries with the multi-Grammy® Award-Winning jazz/funk collective, Snarky Puppy. As a member of Snarky Puppy, Bob has had the opportunity to contribute as a writer, arranger, and guitarist, playing on every recorded release and performing all over the world. The Pups have earned five GRAMMY Awards to date.
The 2026 Christmas YARN Ball
ALL AGESSTANDING ROOM ONLY YARN You might expect a band that calls itself Yarn to, naturally, tend to spin a yarn or two. “That’s what we do, we tell stories, live and in the studio, truth and fiction”,singer/songwriter Blake Christiana insists. “We don’t always opt for consistency. There’s a different vibe onstage from what comes through in our recordings. There’s a difference in every show as well, you never know what you’re going to get.” Yarn’s ability to persevere ought to come as no great surprise, especially for a band that spent two years honing their chops during a Monday night residency at the famed Kenny’s Castaway in New York’s Greenwich Village. In effect, it allowed them to rehearse onstage, mostly in front of audiences that often ranged in size from five to a hundred people on any given night. 10 studio albums followed — Yarn (2007), Empty Pockets (2008), Leftovers Part One (2009), Come On In (2010), Leftovers Part 2 (2011), Almost Home (2012), Shine the Light On (2013), This Is The Year (2016), and Lucky 13 parts 1 & 2 (2019). The band then took to the road, playing upwards of 170 shows a year and sharing stages with such superstars as Dwight Yoakam, Charlie Daniels, Railroad Earth, Marty Stuart, Allison Krauss, Leon Russell, Jim Lauderdale, Leftover Salmon, Amos Lee, The Lumineers and many more. They’ve driven nonstop, made countless radio station appearances, driven broken-down RVs and watched as their van caught fire. They’ve paid their dues and then some, looking forward even as they were forced to glance behind. It’s proof positive that the Brooklyn and Raleigh based band have made their mark, and in dealing with their emotions, scars and circumstances, they find themselves in a position to share those experiences with others who have juggled similar sentiments.
Let Her Fly…honoring the life of Dolly Parton
– ALL AGES – STANDING ROOM ONLY LET HER FLY…HONORING THE LIFE OF DOLLY PARTONw/ No Man’s Band, Underhill Rose, Whitney Mongé, Rebekah Todd, Reggie Headen, Fancy, Ménage, and Abigail Lipscomb. Curated by Melissa McKinney
Patio Show: Jackson Slater & The Revelators
– ALL AGES- LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVEJackson Slater & The Revelators Like a moonshine-fueled fire in a 100-watt amplifier cabinet, Jackson Slater’s explosive debut ushers in a new era of heavy rock from the Southland. The new album, Holy Water Inn, includes seven original tracks, interlacing Jackson’s emotionally raw vocals and lightning guitar with soaring melodies and thundering rhythms. It’s a sonic tapestry woven from generations of hard rock, high-octane country, and drop-tuned bass. Yet, the sound is unique, unflagging, unstoppable. Jackson’s band, the Revelators, features three of the Carolinas’ most kick-ass musicians, all talented multi-instrumentalists. Hammering the drums with a fury known to occasionally knock them off risers, Brennan Walsh anchors the group with complex, driving syncopations. On bass, Justin Garcia lays down deep, fist-pounding grooves with old-school swagger. Finally, paying tribute to the history of country music, Max Jacobson completes the orchestration with blazing Telecastin’ A live show will leave you breathless.
Patio Show: Trilby
– ALL AGES- LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVETrilbyTrilby is an alternative rock artist currently based in Asheville, North Carolina. While it’s hard to pinpoint her exact origin, it is safe to say that Trilby grew up here, there, and everywhere along the East Coast, and if you look close enough, you might find strands of green hair in your own local town. Trilby has been writing music since she was fourteen. She just released her new single, “Cities,” and has recorded her debut album.
Teso Ellis & Friends
ALL AGES STANDING ROOM ONLY TESO ELLIS & FRIENDSTeso Ellis is an Indie singer songwriter out of Asheville, North Carolina With a genre, bending sound nostalgic of 90s alternative rock and classic soul, driven by folky tones and Lofi hip-hop grooves. A vibe that is completely unique but somehow familiar. He released a renegade album called “the end” with a band called chilltonic and this album is nearly impossible to get your hands on, unless you come out to one of his shows and ask him for it personally! That’s the definition of independent art.
Patio Show: Dr Funky Squirrel
– ALL AGES- LIMITED PATIO SEATING IS FIRST COME FIRST SERVEDr Funky SquirrelDr. Funky Squirrel is a student rock and funk band organized through the Asheville Music School in Asheville, North Carolina. The band consists of young local musicians participating in the school’s Sound Education Outreach program.
Patio Show: Music In Common
– ALL AGES – PATIO IS LIMITED SEATING FIRST COME FIRST SERVEMusic in CommonPerforming in a range of configurations from acoustic duo to eight piece band, Music in Common is genre-bending collective that creatively blends Americana, Hip-Hop, and Soul. Since 2005, MIC performances have been creating impactful communities of connection between artist and audience and audience with each other. From house concerts to colleges, performing arts centers, and large festival stages, Music in Common has performed for thousands of people in hundreds of communities worldwide. Also a nonprofit, Music in Common was honored as 2022 CNN Champions for Change for their impactful bridge-building work.