A spectacular fireworks show atop Sugar Mountain’s 5,300-foot peak begins around 9:15 p.m. The Summit Express chairlift runs from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. for mountaintop fireworks viewing. No mountain-bike riding after 7 p.m. Typical Mountain Boys perform at the base lodge from 6 until 9 p.m., and food and beverages are available.
Enjoy a unique blend of bluegrass and old-time mountain music. The band is made up of all Southern natives, who will entertain listeners with the sounds of the banjo, acoustic bass, guitar, mandolin and fiddle. Sugar Mountain Resort is only 10 minutes from Banner Elk.
Based in Birmingham, Alabama, Winston Ramble describes its music as homegrown, folk rock ‘n’ roll. With members originally hailing from the free state of Winston County, Alabama, the band aims to interject the raw expression of rock ‘n’ roll into the feel-good vibes of acoustic music. Ben Benefield’s vocals are soulful yet gritty. Combine his voice […]
Julie Williams is a singer/songwriter from Carter County, Tennessee, whose style blends bluegrass, old-time, Celtic, country, gospel, folk and a dash of classic rock. Williams covers classic songs you can sing along to, as well as her own original music you’re sure to love. Joining Williams is the multi-talented Willie Melton on guitar and vocals. […]
TJ Darnell is the former front man of Tri-Cities Next2Rock-winning band HipGypsy. Now out on his own, Darnell is popping up in venues all over the Southeast, performing his version of soul, blues and everything in between. Live music takes place at Beech Mountain Brewing Co. Brewhouse, which provides an intimate setting to watch your […]
Enjoy a unique blend of bluegrass and old-time mountain music. The band is made up of all Southern natives, who will entertain listeners with the sounds of the banjo, acoustic bass, guitar, mandolin and fiddle. Sugar Mountain Resort is only 10 minutes from Banner Elk.
The Talismen formed in 2015 in Montgomery, Alabama. These talented musicians have been learning and growing as they entertain audiences all over the Southeast. With a combination of energy and sophistication beyond their years, The Talismen put on a show containing soulful and funk-filled originals along with music from their favorite artists from across the […]
The Soulamanders band is a result of the musical journey of friends Levi Trent and Derek McKnight. Having grown up in the mountains of southwest Virginia, the duo has been working on their craft for more than a decade. Heavily influenced by folk, reggae and Americana, the group is deeply rooted in the musical heritage […]
Zach McNabb and the Tennessee Esquires are one of the few, if not only, traditional country/1950s rockabilly bands in the Tri-Cities region of Tennessee. Based out of Johnson City, the 1950s-style trio includes Zach McNabb (vocals and rhythm guitar), Boppin’ Bailey George (lead guitar) and Caleb McNabb (double bass and fiddle). This group has a […]
Reggie and Ryan Harris are a brother duo born and raised in Western North Carolina, where they were exposed to a wide variety of music from an early age. The Harris Brothers started playing string instruments and singing as small children. They are part of a musical family who still gets together to play. They have […]
Celebrate Independence Day weekend with Beech Mountain Resort! The event on Saturday, July 2, features live music with Fantasy and fireworks to cap off the evening. Fantasy, Carolina’s favorite party band, performs outside from 6-9 p.m. in front of the lodge cafeteria. DJ Pete will also be on-site spinning all your favorite tunes. Enjoy an […]
Founded in 1956, the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games and Gathering of the Scottish Clans are considered America’s grandest Scottish-themed games. The spectacular setting in MacRae Meadows at the base of historic Grandfather Mountain provides a beautiful backdrop. The games include brawny athletes, delicate dancers, noisy bagpipe band parades, rocking Celtic music and plenty of kilts. […]