To make a donation please click on the 'ticket' button.CONTRIBUTIONS ARE COMPLETELY TAX DEDUCTIBLE!The SAC's goal is to raise $175,000 towards annual programming and operating expenses for the Andy Griffith Playhouse, the Blackmon Amphitheatre, the Arts Center, and the Historic Earle Theatre.Donations or Memorials may be made at any time to the Surry Arts Council. […]
The 2026 Annual Pass provides a whole year of entertainment with numerous shows available each month.The 2026 Annual Pass includes weekly admission to the WPAQ Merry-Go-Round at the Historic Earle Theatre and admission to the 2026 Surry Arts Council Blackmon Amphitheatre Series.Annual Passes make great gifts!
The Surry Arts Council Youth Acting Troupe meets for 8 week sessions to put together a one-act show.Youth Acting TroupeFridays, 4-5 pmAndy Griffith Playhouse$125, ages 8-18March: 13, 20, 27April: 3,10, 17, 24May: 1Performance: Friday, May 1 at 5 pmInstructors: Salem Poindexter and Robert ParksStudents learn characterization, memorization, and performance technique culminating in the performance of […]
Attention writers at heart! Grab a laptop, collect some words, and let's get creative.Write-MindedThursdays, 6:00-8:00 pmSAC Art Studio$175, ages 14 and upApril: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30Instructor: James PennAttention writers at heart! Grab a laptop, collect some words, and get creative for this exciting writing class with local author J. A. James.This is a 5-week […]
The visual arts class for teens (ages 12-18) meets for 4-week sessions.Teen Visual Arts ClassTuesdays, 4:30-6:00 pmSAC Art Studio$100, ages 12-18April: 7, 14, 21, 28Instructor: Kayla EllisArt making studio space and instruction for teens to connect and build skills across a variety of art media and techniques.Kayla Ellis is a licensed and nationally board-certified visual […]
Pittsburgh's Cheeesiest Festival - Pittsburgh's Mac and Cheese Festival!Our 4th Year in Pittsburgh - Gettin' Cheesier!*More Cheesiness - More Food Trucks and Cheesy Vendors**2 Sessions - Choose Afternoon or Evening Session***3 Crossings in the Strip District!**It's Here - The Cheesiesst Event Pittsburgh Has Ever Seen...Pittsburgh Mac and Cheese Festival -Don't Miss If You're Cheeesay!Top Chefs, […]
IT IS TIME TO GO HOG WILD!! We are returning to the NOVA for all things Beer, Bourbon, & BBQ!Northern Virginia is Smokin’ & GOING HOG WILD!!Northern Virginia’s BIGGEST, BADDEST, BONE-IN, BBQ Fest is HERE! This 5th Annual affair offers up all those pleasures that true Southerners live by – Beer, Bourbon, Barbecue, Boots, Bacon, […]
Enjoy the evening capturing still life on paper and canvas using various mediums.Still Life at StarlightThursdays, 6:00-8:00 pmSAC Art Studio$150, ages 14 and upMay: 7, 14, 21, 28Instructor: James PennJoin artist and instructor James Penn to enjoy the evening captuing still life on paper and canvas using various mediums.For ages 14 and up; supplies provided
We’re back at Ballantyne’s Backyard! CHARLOTTE’S BIGGEST, BADDEST, BONE-IN, BBQ FEST is Back and Ready for More!!!Queen City is Smokin’ and GOING HOG WILD!!This 18th Annual affair offers up all those pleasures that true Southerners live by – Beer, Bourbon, Barbecue, Boots, Bacon, Biscuits, Bluegrass, and Smoked Beasts! It’s a great day of beer sippin’, […]
The Surry Arts Council presents the Summer Concert Series featuring Landslide live in concert at the Blackmon Amphitheatre!LANDSLIDE – A TRIBUTE TO FLEETWOOD MAC will take you on a ride back in time to an era when the greatest music in rock was being made and the careers of the legends we all love today […]
A monthly visual arts class for youth (ages 5-15).Join us at the Surry Arts Council for our monthly Youth Visual Arts Class (Ages 5-15)! These classes will be held in the SAC Art Studio every 2nd Friday of the month (except May) at 3:30 pm.Veteran art teacher Kayla Ellis will lead young artists in a […]
The Surry Arts Council presents the Summer Concert Series featuring Band of Oz live in concert at the Blackmon Amphitheatre!Band of Oz is one of the most successful beach music groups in the Southeast and continues to get the very best reviews from the top people in the entertainment business. The band now features a […]
Sip, savor & celebrate at the Yadkin Valley Wine Festival May 16 in Elkin! 17+ wineries, food, crafts & live music.Welcome to the Yadkin Valley Wine Festival! Join us at Elkin Municipal Park for a day filled with delicious wines, live music, and great company. Sample some of the finest wines from local vineyards and […]
The Surry Arts Council presents the Summer Concert Series featuring the North Tower Band live in concert at the Blackmon Amphitheatre!North Tower has been one of the South’s great party bands for over 35 years, providing the best in Top 40, beach, funk, and oldies. Sizzling brass, super vocals, and a wide-ranging repertoire all contribute […]
The Surry Arts Council presents the Summer Concert Series featuring Jim Quick & Coastline live in concert at the Blackmon Amphitheatre!Over 25 years in the making, Jim Quick and Coastline, like their namesake the Atlantic Coastline Railroad, have been traveling the "tracks" of the southeast, and connecting with the hearts of loyal "Coastline Crazies." Pulling […]
The Surry Arts Council presents the Summer Concert Series featuring Special Occasion Band live in concert at the Blackmon Amphitheatre!Originally formed in the late 80's-the latest edition of the Special Occasion Band blends a variety of musical talents together to form a group that is perfectly accommodating, has a great attitude, and performs a repertoire […]
The Surry Arts Council presents the Summer Concert Series with The Pink Slips live in concert at the Blackmon Amphitheatre!Coming together from all walks of the music industry, The Pink Slips Band is a melting pot of award winning entertainers. Playing your favorite music from Carolina beach music, to soul, to country and rock - you are […]
The Surry Arts Council presents the Summer Concert Series featuring Sail On -The Beach Boys Tribute in concert at the Blackmon Amphitheatre!Sail On is the most booked Beach Boys tribute in the world! Sail On plays all of the Beach Boys’ classic hits, plus some treasures from the band’s brilliant extended catalog, recreating the soundtrack […]
The Surry Arts Council presents the Summer Concert Series featuring The Tonez live in concert at the Blackmon Amphitheatre!The Tonez have been winning over audiences across the Carolinas since 2017. With 8 dynamic musicians, The Tonez can play it all! From Disco, Funk, Beach and rock spanning the decades, there’s a song in every show […]
Louisville's Biggest Taco Festival - Taco 'Bout Fun!*NEW DATE - MAY 30TH, 2026Taco 'Bout Fun - Louisville's B i g g e s t TACO Festival Coming to Mellwood Art Center (Da Vinci Room and Outdoor Festival Grounds) - Saturday, May 31st, 2025!It's Gonna Be Tacolicious!15+ Taquerias & Taco Trucks Showcasing 30+ Of The Best […]
The Surry Arts Council presents the Summer Concert Series featuring On the Border live in concert at the Blackmon Amphitheatre!On the Border - The Ultimate Eagles Tribute treats fans to an authentic concert experience while journeying through The Eagles songbook. The band covers every big hit, from ballads such as “Desperado” and “Lyin’ Eyes” to […]