Experience the Rhythm of McDowell County: Live Music in the Blue Ridge Mountains
McDowell County is more than just scenic landscapes—it’s alive with music rooted in Appalachian Bluegrass and buzzing with fresh, emerging talent. From afternoons filled with tunes at orchards to live bands at wineries and barn square dances, the area offers unforgettable music experiences for all. Embrace the rhythm and let McDowell County be the soundtrack to your visit.
Categories
Explore More
Bear Creek Marina
We are the only premier music venue and restaurant on Lake James and offer a diverse menu, friendly attentive…
Foothills Watershed
Foothills Watershed is a 117-acre family riverside hangout and bike park situated on the headwaters of the Catawba River in…
Mountain Gateway Museum
The Mountain Getaway Museum is a state museum in Old Fort that features lifestyle and pioneer-era history from the earliest inhabitants to the 20th century.
Killough's Music & Loan
An array of guitar strings and musical instruments line the wall inside Killough’s Music & Loan on South Main Street…