Downtown After Five Concerts in Asheville

April - August 
2026 Dates: April 17, May 15, June 19, July 17, and August 21
Location: Pack Square Park
Downtown After Five provides free live outdoor music concerts in downtown Asheville every third Friday from 5-9 PM from April through September. Thousands gather on in a downtown location (it has moved from North Lexington Avenue near the I-240 overpass and Pack Square Park) to enjoy local and national beers and a variety of food vendors. While admission is free, you must buy a $2 wristband to purchase beer, hard cider, and wine.

There's often a marketplace component where attendees can explore and shop handmade crafts from local makers.

2026 Downtown After Five Lineup

April 17 is Stomp & Holler Night with headliner and Sam Burchfield opening act Hillclimbers and Friends. The Nonprofit partner for the night is RemixIT Asheville. 

May 15 is Latin Dance Night with the headliner La Sonora Carolina. The opening act is Ulisse Rotoli on Flamenco Guitar. The night's nonprofit partner is Food Connection. 

June 19 is a Juneteenth Celebration. See headliner Kanika Moore and opening act Reggie Headen and the Nite Time Noon. The nonprofit artner is the MLK Jr. Association of Asheville & Buncombe County. 

August 21 is a New Orleans Night with headliner J & The Causeways. The opening act is Bayou Diesel with a special appearance from the Asheville Second Line. This night's nonprofit partner is Asheville Mardi Gras. Read about the Annual Mardi Gras Celebration in Asheville.

Beer & Food
Food and beverage vendors will be on-site, with a portion of proceeds supporting the nonprofit partners associated with each event.

No pets or bikes are allowed. Bring your chair, but no coolers or tents. The Asheville Downtown Association partners with five local nonprofits to sell wristbands at the event, giving each a $2,000 grant.

Nearby
Just a few blocks away is the Friday night Drum Circle. See more things to do in Downtown Asheville.