Gary Lowder & SMOKIN’ HOT are comprised of multi-talented musicians who have come together to produce incredible performances each and every time they take the stage. They are known as a Soul, R&B party band based out of North Myrtle Beach, SC. Their musical repertoire covers decades of hits from your favorite artists and genres of music including soul, rhythm & blues, funk, reggae, jazz standards, country, 50’s, 60s, and Carolina Beach Music. In addition to performing some of the most current hits that are topping the charts today, the group has had many successful chart t-topping hits on local radio and internet stations across North and South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, and Florida.

Your 2024 Annual Pass admits you to this event. Children 12 and under who are accompanied by parents or guardians are admitted free to Amphitheatre events covered by the annual pass. Note that this applies only to events at the Amphitheatre.

FAQs

What time does the gate open?

Gates will open one hour prior to show time. There are three entrances located around the venue marked “PAY HERE.” Exchange your ticket for an armband. Children 12 and under are admitted free for the 2024 summer series.

What are my parking options for the event?

Free Parking available (with no time limit):

-Mount Airy Public Library, 145 Rockford Street, Mount Airy NC 27030

-Art Center, 215 Rockford Street, Mount Airy NC 27030

– The Municipal Building,231 Spring Street, Mount Airy NC 27030

-Andy Griffith Playhouse, 218 Rockford Street, Mount Airy NC 27030

-Hutchens Dry Cleaners, 209 Spring Street, Mount Airy, N.C. 27030

Are food and drinks available?

The Dairy Center will be selling hot dogs, sandwiches, soft drinks, and concessions.

T hirsty Souls will provide beer and wine.

Coolers/picnic baskets are not permitted.

No alcoholic beverages may be brought from outside the campus.

Lawn chairs or picnic blankets are recommended.

What is the refund policy?

Ticket sales are non-refundable.

Are Pets Allowed?

Certified service animals are permitted. Each service animal must remain with its owner and be restrained at all times.

What is the weather policy?

In the case of inclement weather, decisions to move the performance indoors will be made by the band no later than 5 p.m. on the day of the performance. It will be announced on the Blackmon Amphitheatre Facebook Page. Online ticket purchasers will receive notifications via email. If an event is relocated indoors, seating will be first-come, first-served due to limited capacity, and children 12 and under will require a ticket.

Are there public restrooms?

ADA-compliant public restrooms are located in the Art Center, 215 Rockford Street, Mount Airy NC 27030, and behind the amphitheater across from the Municipal Building.

Where is smoking permitted?

Smoking is only permitted in the parking areas.

Is the venue handicap accessible?

Patrons with mobility issues should use the Municipal Building parking lot, 231 Spring Street, Mount Airy NC 27030. The restrooms behind the amphitheater and across from the Municipal Building are handicap accessible.