Roots in the Garden Returns for a Third Season at Daniel Boone Native Gardens
BOONE, NC (June 2025) — Daniel Boone Native Gardens (DBNG) is thrilled to announce the third season of Roots in the Garden, a free Thursday evening concert series held in one of Boone’s most picturesque outdoor spaces. This summer’s series will feature three evenings of live Americana music, local food and drink, and live art, all set among blooming native plants and historic mountain charm.
The 2025 concert lineup includes:
June 19 – Ashley Heath & Her Heathens (Boonerang Kickoff Show)
July 17 – Sam Burchfield
August 21 – Ally Free
Each concert begins around 6:00 PM and is free to the public. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or chair and enjoy the evening. Picnics and coolers are welcome (plastic or aluminum containers only). Guests can enjoy delicious offerings from local food trucks, including Poncho y Jefe and Mal’s Sweet Treats. Wine and beer will also be available for purchase.
Each concert will showcase a live visual artist creating an original painting during the performance. These one-of-a-kind works will be auctioned off, with proceeds supporting the Gardens. We’re delighted to welcome back Beth Lyons for her third season as a Roots in the Garden artist—she’ll be painting live at our opening show.
“We are so grateful for the continued support of our community and sponsors,” said Angela King of DBNG. “We’re especially excited about the new stage, built with the generous support of the Town of Boone, which allows us to better accommodate our audience and performers. The addition of our new, larger stage marks a significant milestone for music at Daniel Boone Native Gardens. This beautifully crafted structure not only enhances the experience for performers and audiences alike, but also reflects our commitment to creating a welcoming, professional space for community arts. With improved visibility, acoustics, and capacity, the stage allows us to host larger crowds and a wider range of performances—all while preserving the intimate, natural setting that makes our concerts so special. It stands as a symbol of growth and investment in the cultural life of our town, and we are deeply grateful to the Town of Boone for making it possible.”
The first concert is presented by Premier Sotheby’s International Realty, with the second and third concerts sponsored by Anna Banana’s and CW Home. Series sponsors include West Wellness, Lost Province/Coyote Kitchen, King Street Flowers, Appalachian Home Care, Graystone Lodge, Shear Shakti, Outpost on Radio Hill, Hellbender Fitness, BCM Capital Management, Watauga Arts Council, and the NC Arts Council.
Daniel Boone Native Gardens, located at 651 Horn in the West Drive, opened in 1963 and offers three acres of curated native flora, including a fern garden, rhododendron garden, rock wishing well, and vine-covered arbor. A special highlight is the Pickin’ Porch, built in 1996, honoring the mountain tradition of front-porch music gatherings. It stands as a tribute to Boone’s musical roots—and if you listen closely, you might even imagine Doc Watson himself picking out a tune.
Whether you’re coming for the music, the flowers, or a peaceful evening under the stars, Daniel Boone Native Gardens invites you to stay rooted with us this summer.
Roots in the Garden aims to keep the mountain spirit alive, offering a free, welcoming venue for music, art, and community connection right in downtown Boone.
Stay rooted.
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BOONE - A new stage at the Daniel Boone Native Gardens is becoming more of a reality after the ground was officially broken in a small ceremony. The groundbreaking comes as DBNG released the lineup for its free concert series — Roots in the Garden.
The new stage is just to the right of the current one — which will remain at the gardens — and is slated to be completed by the middle of the summer.
"Adrian Tait of Sketchline Architecture volunteered to design the stage," said Lynn Stallworth. "The new stage will enhance the visual allure of the Gardens and enrich the overall experience for performers and audiences alike. The DBNG board extends heartfelt thanks to Adrian Tait for his exceptional work and dedication."