“The historic restoration is beautiful, the sound is excellent, and the staff is top-notch.”

Angela Warren, Boone, a member of Blue Ridge Energy

The Appalachian Theatre of the High Country is a community treasure that serves as a cultural cornerstone of Boone and the High Country. Located in Boone’s historic district, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a concert, film festival, community theatre, dance show, recital, comedy or other event. Dining and shopping options are nearby. The Theatre is home to The Doc Watson Stage for Americana Music, where the bluegrass, folk, country, blues and gospel music guitarist and songwriting legend played. Bluegrass and Americana remain popular with audiences and this year the Theatre featured Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder and Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives. In November, The Wailin’ Jennys and Sam Bush will both make return appearances. A full slate of holiday performances makes the season bright and lots of tribute bands are on tap for 2026.