Music at Forum is a curated series of concerts held at Lees-McRae College. It was founded in 1979 by a small group of residents to enhance the cultural arts experience each summer in Banner Elk. Music at Forum’s 46th season continues with DAYBREAK: The Music & Passion of Barry Manilow. Relive the greatness of Grammy-winning multi-platinum […]

Music at Forum is a curated series of concerts held at Lees-McRae College. It was founded in 1979 by a small group of residents to enhance the cultural arts experience each summer in Banner Elk. Music at Forum’s 46th season continues with DAYBREAK: The Music & Passion of Barry Manilow. Relive the greatness of Grammy-winning multi-platinum […]

A hit on Broadway, this is Lees-McRae Summer Theatre’s first non-musical play in a decade. When two cheating lovers secretly meet at their favorite countryside English cottage in 1923 for their yearly tryst, they expect nothing but bliss. Then, the doorbell starts ringing. As their spouses arrive, a hilarious web of secrets unravels in this […]

A hit on Broadway, this is Lees-McRae Summer Theatre’s first non-musical play in a decade. When two cheating lovers secretly meet at their favorite countryside English cottage in 1923 for their yearly tryst, they expect nothing but bliss. Then, the doorbell starts ringing. As their spouses arrive, a hilarious web of secrets unravels in this […]

Thursday evening Concerts in the Park, sponsored by the Banner Elk Chamber of Commerce, are a popular summer activity showcasing well-known local and regional bands. The free concerts take place at the amphitheater at Tate-Evans Town Park. The fun dance music — from Southern rock to oldies, '70s, '80s, soul, country and funk — is […]

A hit on Broadway, this is Lees-McRae Summer Theatre’s first non-musical play in a decade. When two cheating lovers secretly meet at their favorite countryside English cottage in 1923 for their yearly tryst, they expect nothing but bliss. Then, the doorbell starts ringing. As their spouses arrive, a hilarious web of secrets unravels in this […]

Check out live music at Banner Elk Cafe with a performance by Adam Musick. Musick is a self-described one-man band, singing and playing electric guitar while drumming with his feet. Enjoy a set list of rock, soul, easy listening and Motown spanning three decades from the 1960s to the '80s. The music begins at 6 […]

A hit on Broadway, this is Lees-McRae Summer Theatre’s first non-musical play in a decade. When two cheating lovers secretly meet at their favorite countryside English cottage in 1923 for their yearly tryst, they expect nothing but bliss. Then, the doorbell starts ringing. As their spouses arrive, a hilarious web of secrets unravels in this […]

Gotcha Groove will make sure there's no parking on the dance floor during their June 27 appearance at the Village of Banner Elk 2025 Summer Concert Series. With a repertoire of more than 150 songs spanning seven decades of R&B, soul, funk, rock, oldies and beach, Gotcha Groove brings energy, good vibes and expert showmanship […]

A hit on Broadway, this is Lees-McRae Summer Theatre’s first non-musical play in a decade. When two cheating lovers secretly meet at their favorite countryside English cottage in 1923 for their yearly tryst, they expect nothing but bliss. Then, the doorbell starts ringing. As their spouses arrive, a hilarious web of secrets unravels in this […]

The classically-trained duo of Quinn Crowe showcases a love for all genres of music during a June 28 appearance at the Village of Banner Elk 2025 Summer Concert Series. The North Carolina duo has roots in jazz, country, blues and rock ’n’ roll. Check out a short video of Quinn Crowe. The free concert takes […]

Enjoy an afternoon of brews and live music at Kettell Beerworks featuring singer-songwriter extraordinaire Sam Fanthorpe. Fanthorpe, whose motto is “has guitar, will travel,” serves up an eclectic combination of original works, classic country, jazz, blues and Appalachian roots music. Audiences enjoy his combination of a great voice, excellent guitar chords and fun personality. Hours […]