Music at Forum is a curated series of concerts held at Lees-McRae College. It was founded in 1979 by a group of residents to enhance the cultural arts experience each summer in Banner Elk. Music at Forum’s 46th season continues with So Good - The Neil Diamond Experience, starring Robert Neary. This has been described as […]

Music at Forum is a curated series of concerts held at Lees-McRae College. It was founded in 1979 by a group of residents to enhance the cultural arts experience each summer in Banner Elk. Music at Forum’s 46th season continues with So Good - The Neil Diamond Experience, starring Robert Neary. This has been described as […]

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 […]

Check out live music at Banner Elk Cafe with a performance by Danny Whittington of Boone. With the ability to play bass, guitar and keyboards, Whittington is a veritable one-man band. His set list includes 1970s singer-songwriter tunes from the likes of Van Morrison, James Taylor and Jimmy Buffett, as well as dance-floor favorites by […]

Enjoy an evening of music outdoors with Classic Highway in the heart of town during the Village of Banner Elk 2025 Summer Concert Series. Boone-based Classic Highway mixes good old classic rock with soul, blues and Southern rock for a memorable ride through the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s. The free concert takes place on the […]

Check out live music at Banner Elk Cafe with a performance by Tracy & Tyler. Tracy & Tyler are from just down the road in Linville. They form an exciting guitar duo that plays an energetic mix of country, rock and blues. The music begins at 6 p.m. and there is no cover charge.  

Enjoy an evening of music outdoors with Stella Rising in the heart of town during the Village of Banner Elk 2025 Summer Concert Series. Charlotte-based Stella Rising is a female-fronted band that fuses various elements of rock and pop into a sound that falls somewhere in the realm between Joan Jett and The Go-Go's. The […]

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 […]