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Community dinner held every other Tuesday at the Saluda Center, with donations accepted.
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Listed by Discover Saluda Events.
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Jackson Grimm marries folk pop melodies with the lonesome sound of traditional Appalachian music. In a region with a strong music culture, it is no surprise that Grimm\'s songwriting is representative of his musical birthplace: Asheville, NC. His songs run the gambit from an homage to a traditional country waltz to a drunken partygrass song […]
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Earthlyminds gallery is located in downtown Saluda NC. We have over 40 artist and craft makers of all backgrounds, skill levels, and mediums. Currently we are offering monthly sliding scale pay what you can classes, and occasional free mini classes with artist Tia Sculpt. Open 5 days a week, closed Tues/Thurs.
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Fridays, 4-6pm, May-October, Saluda Elementary School, 214 E. Main St., Saluda, NC (in the field by the tennis courts) Fresh local produce for your family. A great way to support your family’s health and our community is to purchase local products at the farmers markets in Polk County.
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Catoe White Band is a 4-piece band that plays familiar country and southern rock tunes blended with select original material. Our members live, work, and play all over the upstate and the midlands of South Carolina and Eastern North Carolina. Catoe is a heartfelt singer/songwriter raised in a musical family in a small town where music was steeped in the rich traditions of country storytelling. He blends classic country twang with a healthy dose of Americana inspiration, creating a sound that fee
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Free Live Music at Green River Eddy’s Tap Room & Grill located inside Saluda Outfitters in Saluda, NC. Performer details will be included in each weekly events newsletter. You can always find our current weekly events newsletter here: https://firstpeaknc.com/first-peak-events/ FREE LIVE MUSIC FRIDAYS/SATURDAYS 7-10 P.M. SUNDAYS 2-5 P.M. Friday, July 17 |Common Clay Band brings high energy, foot-stomping tunes by Shelby recording artists. This band shares upbeat original country music, bringing f
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Join locals and visitors alike for this annual summer concert series on the Ella Grace Mintz stage at McCreery Park in downtown Saluda. Live music is provided from 7:00-8:30pm. In case of rain, the concert moves to the park pavilion. Please remember to bring a lawn chair or a cushion for the amphitheater style seating. Beer and wine are welcome within the seating area, though please remember alcohol isn’t permitted on the playground or in the parking lot. The Top of the Grade Concert Series is o
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Free. Top of the Grade Concert series takes place at the Ella Grace Mintz Stage in McCreery Park, Saluda, NC. The concerts take place on the second Friday of each month from June to September from 7-8:30pm. Bring a lawn chair or a cushion for the amphitheater seating. The free concert series will take place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on the second Friday of each month: June 12, July 10, August 14, and September 11. The series is funded through a grant from the Saluda Community Fund at the Polk County C
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Free Live Music at Green River Eddy’s Tap Room & Grill located inside Saluda Outfitters in Saluda, NC. Performer details will be included in each weekly events newsletter. You can always find our current weekly events newsletter here: https://firstpeaknc.com/first-peak-events/ FREE LIVE MUSIC FRIDAYS/SATURDAYS 7-10 P.M. SUNDAYS 2-5 P.M. Friday, July 17 |Common Clay Band brings high energy, foot-stomping tunes by Shelby recording artists. This band shares upbeat original country music, bringing f
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Vilai Harrington and The Hamptones captures their Appalachian musical roots and put a modern Americana spin on it. Originally from the sandhills of South Carolina, Vilai Harrington grew up firmly planted in his soulful country upbringing. Chris Huber of Extra Chill writes that Vilai “- sings with that old folk wisdom; the kind that could just be from last night’s whiskey bottle, but it sounds so authentic that you’ll never know the difference.”
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Thursday & Saturday Night Music *Cover Charge* Purchase advance tickets online at: https://purpleonionsaluda.com/. Tickets vary by date. Thursday Nights 7:30 p.m. Saturday Nights 8:00 p.m. 8/1 Nikki Talley 8/6 Elliot Poston 8/8 Kellin Watson 8/13 Jackson Grimm’s Old Time Machine 8/15 Peggy Ratusz Trio 8/20 Cowboy Judy
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A tambourine totin\' Blues Chanteuse named Peggy Ratusz and her Trio perform an infectious, sultry, multi-layered brand of original, traditional and modern Blues, Soul, R&B, and Jazz. She and her backing bands are particularly impressive during live performances where audiences witness her very core as it shines and is inspired by the rhythm, the melodies […]
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TKO plays in the vein of Americana, think Beatles, Neil Young, Guess Who, Peter Frampton, Glen Campbell, Allman Brothers, Doobies, etc. Jimmy Tatum (guitar/slide guitar/vocals), Mike Karaman (vocals/harmonica), and Ray Owens (6 and 12 string guitars/harmonica/vocals), aka TKO, bring their smooth vocal harmonies, tasty guitar and harmonica work, and cool vintage rock and blues set list to one of the coolest venues in these hills, Saluda Outfitters. Enjoy a wide variety of favorite tunes from time
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Sippin Sundays at The Saluda Inn typically the third Sunday each month, 4-7pm. Music starts at 4:30pm and plays until 6:30pm. Advance tickets are required, $15, call 828-388-9027. Preorder food when you book your ticket and enjoy at your leisure during the performance. August 16 Marley’s Chain Band September 20 Angela Easterling October 18 Brian Ashley Jones November 15 Miller Reeves December 20 Slow Rider featuring Michael Flynn
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SAVE THE DATE! The Saluda Grade Trail Public Information Meeing is coming to Landrum on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 5:00pm-7:00pm at the Landrum Farmers Market Pavilion located at 221 West Rutherford Street, Landrum. Drop in anytime during the meeting to learn more about the Saluda Grade Trail, ask questions, and hear the latest information about this exciting project connecting the Carolinas.
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Cowboy Judy is Western North Carolina’s premier Country-Motown supergroup, blending rich harmonies, heartfelt songwriting, and irresistible charm into every performance. Featuring regional favorites Amanda Anne Platt, Amber Sankaran, Dulci Ellenberger, and Melissa Hyman, the band creates a sound that effortlessly weaves country, folk, soul, and Americana into an unforgettable live experience. With equal parts humor, […]
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The Millwrites is an Upstate South Carolina band that provides an eclectic mix of music genres. The four-piece group performs originals and cover songs from the ‘60s and ‘70s to the 2020s. Band members are songwriters Roy Smith Jr., lead guitar/vocals; Scott Scheel, rhythm guitar/vocals; Brandon Kimbrell, drums/percussion; and John Moseley, bass. With a lot of history performing everything from rhythm and blues to “beer drinking music,” the members have adapted to each other’s playing styles to
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The August 21st Train Tales will feature docent speakers “Hobo” David O’Brien and Nita High in a lively discussion of the history of hobos in the United States. From the famous Ernest Hemingway, Jack London, Carl Sandburg, Clark Gable to ordinary desperate men and women, hobos have been riding the rails since the end of the Civil War. The word Hobo was likely derived from the phrase “hoe boys”, who were iterant farm workers around the turn of the 20th century. Hobo history, culture, language, co
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Interactive honey tasting, food pairing, charcuterie lunch with a beverage, and a suited guided tour of honey bee colonies led by a seasoned beekeeper.
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Go beyond the jar with an immersive journey into the world of the honeybee. From a sommelier-led tasting to a hands-on hive inspection, this is a deep dive into the art, science, and secrets of nature’s most incredible pollinators. The Experience 🍯 A Sensory Honey Tasting: Explore a flight of local and global honeys using all five senses. You’ll learn to identify the depth and specific flavor notes of high-quality honey, just like a wine tasting. 🐝 Into the Bee Yard: Suit up in a professional
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Gilkey Cattle Co. Quartet is a four-piece band with a love of the country greats. However, they mix a little Eagles, Marshall Tucker and other favorites in their sets. Home-based in Rutherfordton, the ensemble focuses on classic country from the 90s to 2000s. Veteran guitarist/singer Garry Cuthbertson joins up with Kate Durham on fiddle, Randy Fish on guitar/vocals, and Tony Dente on drums/vocals.
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An alt-country and honky tonk band based out of Asheville, NC, Fancy and the Gentlemen plays down home roots style originals while paying homage to the greats of country music from the 40s to the 80s. Featuring rich harmonies and family style tele, Fancy Marie leads the band with crisp clear vocals twinged with the […]
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The Lunatic Fringe is a Western North Carolina duo whose claim to fame is that they are “unplugged and unhinged.” Combining the five decades of guitarist/vocalist Lee Devico with two decades of performance by vocalist/bassist Heather Landreth, the duo brings the blues, classic rock and country to the stage. Lee, a legend in the music industry, matches his soulful melodies with Heather’s soulful vocals. You don’t want to miss the duo’s debut at Saluda Sunday Funday with free live music on the dec
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Community dinner held every other Tuesday at the Saluda Center, with donations accepted.
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Five-course Austrian-inspired dinner created by Marianne and Chef Correy, with each course paired with wine. Indoor and terrace seating are available.
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A rare solo evening with Clay Ross, two-time Grammy winner and founder of Ranky Tanky and American Patchwork Quartet. At The Purple Onion, Clay shares the stage with his daughter Isla, a young violinist and vocalist, for a set that moves between jazz standards, American folk tunes, and classical pieces. Casual, family-friendly, and built around […]
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Five-course Austrian-inspired dinner created by Marianne and Chef Correy, with each course paired with wine. Indoor and terrace seating are available.
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Matt Phillips and What’s Good of Easley, S.C., has been performing around the Upstate for the last few years. The four-piece group plays an eclectic mix of covers including favorites like the Allman Brothers “Whipping Post,” John Mayer’s “Gravity,” and The Beatles’ “Come Together.” Band mates are Matt Phillips and Justin Roe, guitars/vocals; Marshal Covert, bass/vocals; and Sean Britt, drums/sound engineer.
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Tasha Ann features country and Christian singer Tasha Ann. This young musician is graced with powerful vocals with tones that range from the sweetest whispers to the raspy, soulful growls of a more mature artist. Like many country artists, she got her start in church. Whether singing praise songs or her originals, she gives each performance 100 percent, as does her band mates Dale Huffman, acoustic guitar; Liam Pippert, acoustic guitar and Craig Robinson, electronic drums, who will perform with
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Fronted by powerhouse vocalist Caitlin Krisko, this acoustic duo strips the band’s electrifying soul-rock sound down to its raw, emotional core. Known for fiery stage presence and blues-soaked vocals, Krisko blends Southern rock grit with deep soul and heartfelt storytelling. In this intimate format, every lyric lands and every note resonates—offering a stirring, up-close take […]
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Marley’s Chain is a male/female duo formed by Hendersonville artists Christie Gipson and David Hintz. Both musicians play guitar & bass, switch out instruments throughout the show and sing lead and harmony. They play well-known and lesser-known covers and originals in country, rock, blues and Americana genres. Join them for a Saluda Sunday Funday.
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The Paper Crowns are the multi-instrument, genre crossing power duo of Spiro and Nicole Nicolopoulos. The Paper Crowns are earning their reputation as the genuine article and as a band on the cutting edge of modern roots music. Their musical chemistry is a gumbo of Appalachian folk and bluegrass, Dixieland melodies, delta blues, acid rock, […]
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Community dinner held every other Tuesday at the Saluda Center, with donations accepted.
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Phantom Clutch brings together some of Western North Carolina\'s most accomplished musicians for a fresh take on roots rock, Americana, and country-infused originals. Fronted by Ryan Furstenberg of The Moon & You, alongside Andrew Platt, Jackson Dulaney, and an all-star lineup, the band delivers rich harmonies, standout musicianship, and songs that feel both timeless and […]
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Ryan Taylor Price crafts richly layered Americana with a songwriter’s precision and a roots musician’s soul. His album The Axe & The Tree blends pedal steel, mandolin, and warm folk-rock textures into songs that feel both cinematic and deeply personal. With a voice that carries grit and grace in equal measure, Price leans into thoughtful […]
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Monthly evening program at the Saluda Depot Museum featuring railroad stories, local history, and guest presentations.
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Highway 52 is an acoustic Blues and Americana group that includes four seasoned, local musicians. Playing Blues and Americana favorites, as well as some more eclectic covers and originals, the band knows how to get a room thumping and singing along. Band members are Bill Loftus on guitar/harmonica/vocals; Mike ‘Country’ Carver, guitar/vocals; Paul McIntire, electric […]
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Listed on City of Saluda Calendar (October 2026).
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