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Damascus Old Mill is an Appalachian music destination with Saturday shows from May through November, free pub music on many weekends, mountain scenery, food, drinks, and a history of hosting bluegrass, rock, Americana, and touring acts. The public feedback adds character, food, a refreshing view, and the feeling that the room is part of the trip. That is a real advantage. A band should treat it like a feature destination, not a casual stop between gas stations. Send a booking inquiry with a live performance video, upcoming dates, lineup, genre, draw, and a concise PA plan. Artists typically bring PA and mics. Confirm stage location, power, load-in, soundcheck, volume, set length, compensation, door, food, breaks, lodging, weather, and whether the show is in the pub or a featured Saturday slot. The two formats may be cousins, but they are not the same deal. Bluegrass, Americana, folk, roots, rock, country, jam, soul, and acoustic acts have a natural home here. The setting rewards artists who can play with feeling and build a room without treating the mountains as a backdrop for a marketing photo. Saturday in season is the target, so book early and arrive with a set that travels well. Damascus Old Mill suits artists who can make an Appalachian show feel earned. Bring the video, bring your own sound, and give the pub or stage a night worth adding to the venue’s long music memory.

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Capacity
100
Capacity notes
- 150
Age policy
All Ages
Genres
Americana, Bluegrass, Rock
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Address
215 W. Imboden Street, 24236, United States
Venue phone
(276) 475-3745
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