Wilkesboro, N.C. – The Walker Center at Wilkes Community College is excited to present The Grand Ol’ Americana Show on Thursday, September 11, 2025. Doors will open at 7:00 p.m., and the show begins at 7:30 p.m.

A one-of-a-kind tribute to the spirit of Americana, this performance celebrates the culture, comedy, and music that define nostalgic American summers. Will Hearn’s Grand Ol’ Americana Show is performed “within the studio” of a retro radio show, broadcasting live from the 1776 AM L-B-R-T “Liberty” Radio Theatre. The show features internationally touring Americana favorites Blue Water Highway, the Liberty Radio Orchestra & Gospel Singers, and top entertainers from the Lone Star State.

Audiences will be transported back to the golden days of backyard BBQs, Route 66 road trips, fireflies at dusk, and fireworks on the 4th of July—making this the perfect evening of family-friendly entertainment.

Special Discounts:

  • Groups of 10 or more receive a 10% discount on ticket orders.
  • Military members and emergency service workers receive a 15% discount.

 Dinner Before the Show:

Guests can enjoy a delicious pre-show dinner at the Walker Center. The full menu is attached to this release, and meals may be purchased in advance when ordering tickets online or by calling the Box Office at 336-838-6260.

Stay for the Finale:

The evening will close with a spectacular indoor fireworks show—a sparkling way to wrap up a night of music, comedy, and Americana nostalgia.

Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of America’s past and present. For tickets or more information, visit www.walkercenteronline.org or call the Walker Center Box Office at 336-838-6260.

Wilkes Community College, a member of the North Carolina Community College System, is a public, two-year, open-door institution serving the people of Wilkes, Ashe, and Alleghany counties and beyond. Established in 1965, WCC has a proud history of meeting the educational, cultural, and workforce needs of our community. As we look to the future, Wilkes Community College provides programs, resources, and services that create quality educational, economic development, and cultural opportunities. WCC aspires to be an effective, learner-centered institution and a dynamic learning organization, preparing students for success in a changing world.

 

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