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Oct
23
Oct
23
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium at Harrah's Cherokee Center
Roots music fans have been waiting patiently for the legendary duo of singer/songwriter Gillian Welch and her musical partner David Rawlings to play at Thomas Wolfe Auditorium at Harrah's Cherokee Center and that wait is finally over for their show Friday, October 23rd, 2026. Over nearly thirty years, these two American icons have mesmerized fans all over the globe with their deeply emotional, soulful, and expressive harmonies as well as their astounding songwriting talents that often weave historic tales of love, loss, and life's everyday struggles. Their music fans from far and wide continue to fall deeply in love with their beautiful root's music.
This special performance will feature Gillian and Dave playing a wide array of songs from their repertoire of over 40 songs, including many from their brand new release "All the Good Times" as well as fan favorites such as "Orphan Girl," "Elvis Presley Blues," "Cindy," "Hold Time," "The Way It Goes" and many more traditional roots music oriented songs that span decades.
The Thomas Wolfe Auditorium is a venue based in downtown Asheville, NC with top-notch acoustics. It will be the perfect venue for Gillian Welch and David Rawlings intricate music.
Tickets for this show start at $95. These two incredible musicians are at the height of their craft and this is not a show you will want to miss.
Don't forget for this Friday, October 23rd, 2026... Gillian Welch & David Rawlings perform at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium at Harrah's Cherokee Center in downtown Asheville, NC. Tickets are $95 and go on sale Friday, October 23rd, 2015 at 11am EST.
Gillian Welch - Gillian Welch will be playing songs from her repertoire including 'Everything Is Free', 'Look at Miss Ohio' and 'Elvis Presley Blues'. Beautiful vocal performances by Welch will bring depth to songs performed live, and rawness to those from her current work which continues to explore themes and stories of work and life in rural America. Welch's songs bring to life the people and places of these environments. Born in California, Welch moved to North Carolina where she studied photography at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Welch now dedicates her time to a full time career in music and has received multiple Grammy nominations that confirm her status as one of the leading figures in contemporary folk music.
David Rawlings- (guitar, vocals) He joins Welch on tour. A truly unique singer/guitarist/songwriter in his own right, you can expect to hear the solo work of Mr. Rawlings as well as the songs he writes and performs with Welch as well as the David Rawlings Machine. Rawlings is known for his extraordinary guitar playing in the traditional style of fingerpicking on his 1935 Epiphone Olympic guitar. He's able to intricately interweave his playing with the songs of Welch to create a whole that's greater than the sum of its parts. In his solo work, Mr. Rawlings sings songs such as "Cumberland Gap" as well as other self-penned tunes. He's very meticulous with his guitars, which he likes to keep in a weathered and worn natural state. He refuses to fix things such as worn machine heads and cracked guitar heads. Rawlings has been nominated for a Grammy as well as being a skilled arranger and producer who has worked with a variety of artists in the studio.
This venue is located in the heart of downtown, and seats a maximum of 2,400 people in the intimate space of the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium at Harrah's Cherokee Center for acoustic performances. The orchestra style seating is comprised of the most plush cushioned seats, whether you opt to sit on the floor or in the balcony. Additional information for those with special needs can be found by calling 828-259-5736.
There are many lots and street metered parking locations throughout downtown Asheville. Some of the lots and parking meter locations are within walking distance to the venues at Harrah's Cherokee Center. We recommend arriving early in order to secure the best available parking for this special night of music.
Tickets for Gillian Welch & David Rawlings are available through Ticket Squeeze or at the venue's box office. To purchase tickets click on "buy tickets" to reserve your spot for this incredible concert event.
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium at Harrah's Cherokee Center, Asheville, North Carolina, , US