COVERFEST V: Benefit Concert for Asheville Middle School at The Grey Eagle

COVERFEST V: Benefit Concert for Asheville Middle School
Doors: 4:00 PM
Show: 5:00-11:00 PM
ALL AGES
STANDING ROOM ONLY
NET TICKET PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT ASHEVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL'S 8TH GRADE CAPSTONE TRIP
Purchase Tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/servlet/s/38219417
Asheville’s favorite night of live music and community spirit, Coverfest, is back for its fifth spectacular year! Coverfest V: A Benefit for Asheville Middle School will take over the Grey Eagle on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 5:00–11:00 PM, bringing together top local and regional musicians for an unforgettable evening of cover songs—all for a great cause.
Over the past several years, Coverfest has become a beloved fixture in Asheville’s music scene, raising thousands of dollars to ensure every Asheville Middle School 8th grader can participate in their annual capstone trip. The event is as much about community as it is about music, creating a space where families, students, and music fans can celebrate collaboration, creativity, and giving back.

Looking for real-deal live music in Asheville? The Grey Eagle totally fits the bill. This River Arts District staple is Asheville’s longest-running all-ages venue, and there’s something on the calendar almost every night—indie darlings, bluegrass legends, punk upstarts, even surprise hip hop sets. 

The spot opened way back in the ‘90s in a garage and grew into a must-visit hangout with tons of personality. Now you’ll find a spacious stage, great sound, open dance floor, patio for warm nights, and some of the tastiest tacos and craft beer in town, thanks to the in-house taqueria.

It holds about 550 people, so the energy is always high but never overwhelming. If catching concerts in Asheville sounds good, The Grey Eagle is one of those places you seriously can’t miss.

Locals rave about The Grey Eagle as a go-to destination for authentic Asheville music experiences. Whether it’s a cutting-edge local band or a nationally touring act, the crowd here is welcoming and passionate. The venue shoes a community spirit, often hosting benefit shows and special events that highlight Asheville’s rich creative culture.

The Grey Eagle Music Hall & Taqueria

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COVERFEST V: Benefit Concert for Asheville Middle School at The Grey Eagle

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