A tambourine totin' Blues Chanteuse named Peggy Ratusz and her Trio perform an infectious, sultry, multi-layered brand of original, traditional and modern Blues, Soul, R&B, and Jazz. She and her backing bands are particularly impressive during live performances where audiences witness her very core as it shines and is inspired by the rhythm, the melodies […]
TKO plays in the vein of Americana, think Beatles, Neil Young, Guess Who, Peter Frampton, Glen Campbell, Allman Brothers, Doobies, etc. Jimmy Tatum (guitar/slide guitar/vocals), Mike Karaman (vocals/harmonica), and Ray Owens (6 and 12 string guitars/harmonica/vocals), aka TKO, bring their smooth vocal harmonies, tasty guitar and harmonica work, and cool vintage rock and blues set […]
Cowboy Judy is Western North Carolina’s premier Country-Motown supergroup, blending rich harmonies, heartfelt songwriting, and irresistible charm into every performance. Featuring regional favorites Amanda Anne Platt, Amber Sankaran, Dulci Ellenberger, and Melissa Hyman, the band creates a sound that effortlessly weaves country, folk, soul, and Americana into an unforgettable live experience. With equal parts humor, […]
Monthly evening program at the Saluda Depot Museum featuring railroad stories, local history, and guest presentations.
The Millwrites is an Upstate South Carolina band that provides an eclectic mix of music genres. The four-piece group performs originals and cover songs from the ‘60s and ‘70s to the 2020s. Band members are songwriters Roy Smith Jr., lead guitar/vocals; Scott Scheel, rhythm guitar/vocals; Brandon Kimbrell, drums/percussion; and John Moseley, bass. With a lot […]
Interactive honey tasting, food pairing, charcuterie lunch with a beverage, and a suited guided tour of honey bee colonies led by a seasoned beekeeper.
Go beyond the jar with an immersive journey into the world of the honeybee. From a sommelier-led tasting to a hands-on hive inspection, this is a deep dive into the art, science, and secrets of nature’s most incredible pollinators. The Experience 🍯 A Sensory Honey Tasting: Explore a flight of local and global honeys using […]
Gilkey Cattle Co. Quartet is a four-piece band with a love of the country greats. However, they mix a little Eagles, Marshall Tucker and other favorites in their sets. Home-based in Rutherfordton, the ensemble focuses on classic country from the 90s to 2000s. Veteran guitarist/singer Garry Cuthbertson joins up with Kate Durham on fiddle, Randy […]
An alt-country and honky tonk band based out of Asheville, NC, Fancy and the Gentlemen plays down home roots style originals while paying homage to the greats of country music from the 40s to the 80s. Featuring rich harmonies and family style tele, Fancy Marie leads the band with crisp clear vocals twinged with the […]
The Lunatic Fringe is a Western North Carolina duo whose claim to fame is that they are “unplugged and unhinged.” Combining the five decades of guitarist/vocalist Lee Devico with two decades of performance by vocalist/bassist Heather Landreth, the duo brings the blues, classic rock and country to the stage. Lee, a legend in the music […]
Community dinner held every other Tuesday at the Saluda Center, with donations accepted.
Five-course Austrian-inspired dinner created by Marianne and Chef Correy, with each course paired with wine. Indoor and terrace seating are available.