Timeline
17:54
Grab a pint of Green Man Ale. The pub is open late and serves its own locally-brewed ales on tap, making it a perfect pre-show warm-up.
18:24
Walk up to the Blue Ridge Parkway overlook. Park your car on any overlook and there will most likely be a trail nearby. This is the spot to watch the sun set toward the W.
18:54
Head inside The Orange Peel. The box office is open until 5:30 PM on show days, but for an evening show, you will likely arrive after closing. Standing capacity of 942, shows local and nationally touring acts. In 2008, Rolling Stone magazine named the Peel one of the top five rock clubs in America.
20:54
End the night at Rosetta's Kitchen. It is open until 3AM on most nights, and you are sure to find an assortment of interesting characters no matter the time of day.
Local tip
The Orange Peel box office closes at 5:30 PM, so arrive before then if you need tickets. Otherwise, head straight to the door for standing room.
Check before you go
- Rosetta's Kitchen is vegetarian/vegan (mostly organic).
- Jack of the Wood serves Green Man Ales on tap.
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