For two decades and counting, this beloved local holiday tradition has brought warmth and light to winter’s darkest days — offering a comforting blend of global folk traditions from the diverse, multidisciplinary artists who call this region home. This year welcomes a charismatic mix of new and returning artists to A Swannanoa Solstice’s seasonal variety show for an evening of music, storytelling and wholesome holiday cheer.

The 2024 A Swannanoa Solstice line-up:

“Klezgrass” duo Zoe & Cloyd

Acoustic musician and storyteller Josh Goforth

Highland bagpiper E.J. Jones & The Piper Jones Band

Roots music duo Newberry & Verch

LatinX indie-folk artist and songwriter M A R

A.C. Reynolds Chorale

Storyteller and emcee Becky Stone