Music LoversAlmost Famous meets High Fidelity

Chasing the Almost Famous Vibe

Three days of venues and vinyl

Duration
3 days
Budget
$200-400/person
Best Time
spring, summer, fall
Perfect For
Concert addicts

Dylan's Take

Bob Dylan played The Orange Peel. Yes, THAT Bob Dylan.

Seasonal Editions Available

summerMay-September

Festival Season Frenzy

Your ears will thank you (eventually)

Special highlights:
Free concerts literally every...LEAF Festival camping experience...Jazz brunch at Grove...
winterDecember-February

Intimate Winter Sessions

When venues get cozy and music gets real

Special highlights:
Warren Haynes Christmas Jam...Cozy shows at The...Jazz by the fireplace...

Your Weekend Schedule

Friday
Day 1

Venues & Vinyl

9:00pm

The Orange Peel

$20-40
101 Biltmore Ave

Legendary music venue

Insider Tip: Balcony has best sound

Saturday
Day 2

Day to Night Shows

5:00pm

The Grey Eagle

$15-25
185 Clingman Ave

RAD listening room

Insider Tip: Get there early for tables

Sunday
Day 3

Chill Vibes

6:00pm

Jack of the Wood

Free music
95 Patton Ave

Celtic music and brews

Insider Tip: Sunday Irish session

Must-Do Experiences

  • Orange Peel show
  • Grey Eagle intimacy

Insider Tips

  • Check calendars ahead

Where to Stay

Downtown

Walk to venues

Getting Around

  • Downtown walkable

Photo Ops

  • 📸 Orange Peel marquee

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