Live music in Statesville, NC

Enjoy a free night of music bingo hosted by Mike Hall. A new theme keeps things fresh each week, and there is delicious food along with beer and wine to enjoy. It is a relaxed, social evening centered on familiar tunes and good company.

After a yearlong break, open mic night at The Cedar Stump Pub-Statesville returns to kick off its fifth year. A house Bose PA is ready for easy plug and play, and performers of all kinds are welcome, from solo acts to full bands. Signups are available. Those using an amplifier or drums should bring their own gear. Stage support is provided along with appreciation for every performance.

Put your music knowledge to the test in a spirited team game built around exclusively upbeat songs from every genre and decade. Each track comes with a lively introduction before it plays, keeping the pace high and the focus on fun competition. Fresh mini contests pop up about every 40 minutes, offering extra chances to win prizes. The format is welcoming to all experience levels, and participants can jump in at any time.

Now in its seventh year, this open mic at The Cedar Stump Pub-Troutman offers a welcoming stage for musicians and bands. A Bose PA is available for easy plug-in setups, and a house drum kit is provided. Performers from solo acts to full ensembles are invited to take part. If you plan to use an amplifier, please bring your own. Original songs are encouraged and cover tunes are welcome. Expect a relaxed atmosphere where live music and creativity bring people together.

A karaoke night at The Cedar Stump Pub-Statesville where attendees choose songs and step up to the mic to perform.

A DJ performs live each week for a dedicated night of music.

At Newton Performing Arts Center, Magical Mystery Doors presents a tribute that unites the music of The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, and The Doors in a single immersive performance. The group offers two distinct productions, and this signature program blends hits from all three catalogs through creative mashups and flowing medleys. Think of The Doors’ Hello, I Love You woven into Led Zeppelin’s Misty Mountain Hop, or a seamless path from The Rain Song to Riders on the Storm and into Here Comes the Sun. The music is complemented by coordinated visuals and lighting for a show that feels familiar yet freshly reimagined. Tickets range from $40 to $45.

Presented in the McCreary Theatre, this musical by Irene Sankoff and David Hein tells the true story of 7,000 airline passengers diverted to Gander, Newfoundland following 9/11 and the extraordinary welcome they received from the town. With a score that lifts the spirit and storytelling rooted in empathy, it highlights the power of community, compassion, and the connections that help people through a crisis. Tickets will be released in phases, first to Benefactors, then to Season Ticket Holders, and finally to the General Public.