Music is a natural part of these mountains, practically inseparable from those who call this special place home. The Southern Highlands have a rich and varied tradition of old-time string band music, ballad singing and bluegrass. Experience authentic music of the mountains by joining us on Sundays at the Roanoke Mountain Picnic Area to enjoy a free concert.
Bring a comfortable chair or blanket, a picnic and plenty of drinking water. Alcohol is prohibited. Wear sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses to avoid sunburn. Concerts may be canceled in the event of inclement weather. For more information, call (540) 745-9680 weekdays or (276) 952-2345 on weekends.
To reach Roanoke Mountain Picnic Area, exit the Parkway at Mile 120.4 and follow the Mill Mountain Spur Road for 1.3 miles.
Concert Schedule:
May 27 Mountain Revelers
June 3 Dew South
June 10 Maness Sisters
June 17 The McKenzies
June 24 Southern Gentlemen Blue Grass Band
July 1 The Original Orchard Grass
July 8 American Roots
July 15 Easy Pickins
July 22 Mac Traynham and Friends
July 29 Witcher Creek Band
August 5 Easy Pickins
August 12 Mountain Revelers
August 19 Olen Gardner and Friends
August 26 Virginia Carolina Band