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SUMMARY:15th Annual Rosen-Schaffel Competition
DESCRIPTION:The winner of the 15th Annual Rosen-Schaffel Competition for Young and Emerging Artists will perform a full recital of the works they performed during the morning competition.
URL:https://downtownboonenc.com/eventinfo/15th-annual-rosen-schaffel-competition/2026-07-02/1/
LOCATION:Rosen Concert Hall at Broyhill Music Center\, 813 Rivers St\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
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SUMMARY:Summer Exhibition Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts for First Friday as downtown Boone comes alive with creativity\, community\, and celebration! Explore our captivating galleries featuring contemporary art exhibitions\, meet local artists\, and enjoy free admission. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or simply looking for an inspiring night out\, the Turchin Center is the perfect place to start your First Friday Art Crawl adventure. \nDiscover art\, engage with culture\, and connect with the Boone community. 5–8 PM | FREE Admission
URL:https://downtownboonenc.com/eventinfo/summer-exhibition-celebration-2/
LOCATION:The Turchin Center for the Visual Arts\, 423 W. King Street\, Boone\, N\, 28608\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Annie Jones":MAILTO:jonesar20@appstate.edu
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SUMMARY:Summer Exhibition Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Engage with visiting artists and fellow arts advocates\, enjoy live music and refreshments\, and discover the exciting exhibitions showcased across six galleries by local\, regional\, national and international artists.
URL:https://downtownboonenc.com/eventinfo/summer-exhibition-celebration-3/
LOCATION:The Turchin Center for the Visual Arts\, 423 W. King Street\, Boone\, N\, 28608\, United States
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SUMMARY:First Thursday Art Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Boone will come alive on Thursday\, July 2\, and Friday\, July 3\, as First Friday Art Crawl expands into two days of art\, music\, shopping\, and community. Coordinated by the Watauga Arts Council (WAC) in partnership with the Downtown Boone Development Association\, the July Art Crawl offers even more opportunities to experience Boone’s vibrant arts scene. \nResidents and visitors can explore local art\, connect with artists\, enjoy live music\, and attend special events at businesses and venues throughout downtown. Highlights for July include: \nThursday\, July 2nd: \n\n\nArtists & Youth Makers on King Street (4-8 p.m.) – Local artists and WAC’s very own Youth Makers will be stationed along King Street and the Turchin Center sidewalks from 4-8pm on both Thursday and Friday\, selling handmade goods. \n\n\nSummer Exhibition Celebration at Turchin Center (5-8 p.m.) – Explore contemporary exhibitions\, enjoy light refreshments and a cash bar\, meet local artists\, and enjoy free admission. \n\n\nArt Market at FizzEd (5-8 p.m.) – Shop handmade work from various local artists. \n\n\nStars\, Stripes\, & Brush Strokes at FARM Cafe (4-7 p.m.) – Stop by FARM Cafe on Thursday for patriotic face painting\, a photo booth\, free giveaways\, and more! Organized by the Downtown Boone Development Association. \n\n\nLive Music @ Boone Saloon (9:30 p.m.) – Experience and enjoy live music with Professor Twang and MidLife Trip. \n\n\nFriday\, July 3rd: \n\n\nDJ Disco Night at Wild Craft Eatery(9 p.m. – Midnight) – DJ Dumpsta J will be performing a club-inspired set for those who are 21+ with a $5 cover fee. \n\n\nLive Music at SouthEnd Brewing(6-9 p.m.) – Listen to South on Something perform at SouthEnd on Friday evening. \n\n\nRhodo Clay & Kiln Pop-Up at Ellison (4-7 p.m.) – Browse and shop a pop-up at Ellison with Katie from Rhodo Clay & Kiln. \n\n\nSummer Concert at Jones House (5:30 p.m.) – Bluebird Family Fiddle Camp will take the Jones House stage for the 2026 Summer Concert Series. \n\n\nLive Music at Boone Saloon (9:30 p.m.) – Enjoy live music at Boone Saloon with Hustle Souls and The Hourglass Kids. \n\n\nLive Music & Open Mic Night at Fizz Ed (5-10 p.m.) – From 5-7pm\, enjoy live music from Andy Page\, with an Open Mic Night directly following from 7-10pm at Fizz Ed. \n\n\nNewsies\, Jr. at Appalachian Theatre (7-8:30 p.m.) – Purchase tickets to see App Theatre’s ‘Newsies\, Jr.’ production. \n\n\nCraft Party at Future Relic (4-7 p.m.) – Experience a pop-up with Letters from Stella and Charmed by Vic at Future Relic. \n\n\nPlus\, while you’re downtown for the July 4th Parade\, be sure to stop by FARM Cafe on Saturday\, July 4th from 10am-3pm for a special pop-up art market featuring local artists and makers. Browse original pottery\, jewelry\, prints\, paintings\, fiber arts\, and more while supporting the High Country’s creative community.
URL:https://downtownboonenc.com/eventinfo/first-thursday-art-crawl/
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SUMMARY:Old-Time Jam at the Jones House
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday evening from 7-10 PM\, join local and visiting musicians at the Jones House for an old-time jam session. Bring your banjo\, fiddle\, guitar\, mandolin – or whatever old-time acoustic instrument you have – and spend a few hours playing along with fellow musicians of all skill levels and backgrounds. On warm evenings\, circle up on the Jones House lawn and porch; on cooler evenings\, move the things indoors to the parlor and galleries. Guests and visitors are welcome to observe and enjoy the music but are asked to be respectful of the musicians. After catching up and choosing a key the music will begin\, with the last call for tunes coming around 9:45. \nJams are not held on holidays and may be canceled on days of inclement weather. Call the Jones House with any questions.
URL:https://downtownboonenc.com/eventinfo/old-time-jam-at-the-jones-house/2026-07-02/
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SUMMARY:15th Annual Rosen-Schaffel Competition
DESCRIPTION:The winner of the 15th Annual Rosen-Schaffel Competition for Young and Emerging Artists will perform a full recital of the works they performed during the morning competition.
URL:https://downtownboonenc.com/eventinfo/15th-annual-rosen-schaffel-competition/2026-07-02/2/
LOCATION:Rosen Concert Hall at Broyhill Music Center\, 813 Rivers St\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
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