This week is packed with incredible experiences!

Kick off Thursday, October 16, with Open Mic Night—a community-fueled evening where local talent takes the stage.

On Friday, October 17, dive into an immersive musical journey with Simrit; local musician (who also happens to be world-renowned!)

Then, on Monday, October 20, experience the electrifying Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, with opener Dylan Triplett.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of these unforgettable nights!

Experience a night of soulful blues and Americana with five-time GRAMMY winner Keb’ Mo’ on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Don’t miss his genre-defying guitar work, heartfelt vocals, and decades of experience.
The best seats will go fast, get yours today!

🎟️ Tickets:
Encore Members: 10/14 @ 10AM
All Members: 10/16 @ 10AM
Public: 10/17 @ 10AM

Step into the spotlight! 🎤
Open Mic Night in the Black Box (Off-Center) is your chance to share music, poetry, comedy - whatever you’ve been working on -
with a warm and supportive crowd.
All levels welcome, from first-timers to seasoned pros.

Let’s celebrate the creative spirit of Western Nevada County together!

Participation sign up is at the bar.

SIMRIT’s music has filled temples, theaters, and hearts across the globe.

Her band weaves sacred chant, world percussion, and haunting vocals into a sound experience that’s both ancient and new.

Join us for an evening that goes beyond entertainment; 
it’s vibration, it’s ceremony,
it’s song.

He’s been called the future of the blues - straight out of Clarksdale and already a Grammy winner by the ripe old age of 23! 

From stages with Buddy Guy and Jason Isbell to a headline night right here in Grass Valley, Kingfish brings heart, soul, and guitar fire that will leave you speechless.

Almost sold out -
grab your tickets now!

The Center for the Arts’ largest annual visual arts program,
featuring over 80 artists across Nevada County.
Explore their studios during the self-guided tour on
October 18–19