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Summer Music Series | With Melissa & McKinney

  • Story Parlor 227 Haywood Road Asheville, NC, 28806 United States (map)

This summer, Friday nights at Story Parlor are for live music.

We’re hosting a weekly summer music series featuring local bands and musicians playing full sets in our listening room — from singer-songwriters and folk acts to experimental sounds, indie bands, jazz, bluegrass, and beyond.

Expect intimate performances, good drinks, and the kind of atmosphere where the music is actually meant to be listened to.

No advance tickets — just $10 at the door.

Seating is first come, first served, so come early, settle in, and stay awhile.

$10 admission — collected at the door
No advance tickets

Doors at 7pm | Show at 7:30pm
Seating is first come, first served
Story Parlor | 227 Haywood Road
Parking & Policies

Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase. All shows, unless specified, are ages 16+.

Please note: Story Parlor is an intimate listening room. We ask guests to help us create a respectful atmosphere for both artists and audience members throughout the performances.


  • Melissa & McKinney are regulars in the Asheville Music Scene. In addition to being musicians, both are music educators and have been deeply involved in creative Cultural Arts programming most of their lives. McKinney just graduated from UNCA and released her debut album, Bones. Her mom, Melissa just won 2nd place in the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN with her band MAMA. They also won the Merlefest band Competition in 2025. When they come together for a show, you know you are going to leave with a smile on your face, and your heart filled up. Join us for an evening of original music, the songs that inspired them, and the stories that built them.