Celebrate music and comedy against the stunning backdrop of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains at the Omni Grove Park Inn’s annual Winter Concert Series. Now in its 27th year, the historic resort presents a lineup of concerts and cultural events running from mid-January through late February 2016.
The Big Band Weekend, January 16–17, delivers an authentic big band and swing-dance experience. Highlights include performances by Russ Wilson’s Art Deco Review and The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, offering classic arrangements and lively dance music. Package rates begin at $736 and include overnight accommodations, daily breakfast, one ticket per adult to Russ Wilson’s Art Deco Review and one ticket per adult to The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra.
Celtic Weekend on February 5–6 celebrates the Scots-Irish heritage of Western North Carolina with traditional and contemporary Celtic music. The weekend features performances by The Gothard Sisters and Gaelic Storm, plus cultural demonstrations such as a Traditional Celtic Dance and a Highland sheep herding presentation. Package rates start at $746 and include overnight accommodations, daily breakfast, one ticket per adult to the Traditional Celtic Dance, a Highland Sheep Herding demonstration, one ticket per adult to The Gothard Sisters and one ticket per adult to Gaelic Storm.
The Comedy Classic Weekend, February 26–27, focuses on stand-up and comedic entertainment with an entertaining schedule of events. Emcee Aaron Aryanpur hosts shows with headliners including Orny Adams and Justin Willman, as well as a Comedian Talkback Panel. Package rates start at $796 and include overnight accommodations, daily breakfast, the Comedian Talkback Panel and tickets to the Friday and Saturday night performances.
The Winter Concert Series blends historic resort charm, mountain scenery and carefully curated entertainment for guests seeking music, culture and laughs. Each weekend is designed to provide a full resort experience that pairs performances with thoughtful amenities and on-site activities.