
Coverfest V: Benefit Concert for Asheville Middle School
High-energy evening of cover song sets from top local and regional bands, with standing room, all-ages audience, and community singalongs. Net ticket proceeds benefit Asheville Middle School's 8th grade capstone trip.
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