The Listening Barn
Live at the Grove
Music, fun, and friends! What more do you need? The Listening Barn hosts a variety of American music; whether it is bluegrass, jazz, or country, one thing is for sure, folk music is what the barn is all about. The Listening Barn is a place where you can gather to relax and enjoy good music, or get up and dance! At The Listening Barn, you are sure to enjoy an evening where you can unplug and reconnect.
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5/1 LOW TICKET ALERT
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5/1 LOW TICKET ALERT !
Join us for a night of foot stomping fun as Dear MariBella & the Pigkickers take the stage for the debut performance at the Listening Barn. Dear MariBella and the Pigkickers are an up-and-coming sibling bluegrass band. Born and raised near Wilmington, NC, the band formed in 2022 when the siblings decided that there was no reason not to! The band features Isabella on the fiddle, AnnMari on the guitar, Pete on the banjo, Chris on the mandolin and Dad on bass. They are set to serenade your soul with their captivating melodies, and fun sibling banter. Catch a live show and get ready to be swept off your feet as they infuse their performances with a blend of faith, kinship, and a whole lot of heart.
Dear MariBella & the Pigkickers
Friday, May 1st, 7pm
May 1 Schedule
5:30
6:00
7:00
7:45
8:15-9
- Doors open and jamming starts
- Poor Piggy’s food truck starts serving
- Jamming ends and band starts
- Dance lesson
- Band continues
Food
Welcome to Poor Piggy's BBQ Food Trucks & Catering. Poor Piggy's is Wilmington NC's FIRST & BEST food truck specializing in North Carolina BBQ, Beef Brisket, Dry Rubbed Ribs, & Chicken. We slow cook our Pork BBQ, Certified Angus Beef Brisket, Dry Rubbed Ribs, & Chicken over Hickory for long hours to give you that mouth watering fall apart meat that we all LOVE. No gas or propane ever touches our meats!
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Dance
Don’t forget your dancing shoes! Mr. and Mrs. Elliot are coming to The Listening Barn. They will be teaching couples bluegrass dance, starting at 7:45. Don’t have a partner? Grab one on the dance floor!
More Shows
Heavy Traffic
July 17th, 2026
Heavy Traffic is based out of Burgaw, North Carolina, bringing warmth, heart, and some amazing pickin’ wherever they play. The band features Mark Tatum on guitar and lead/back-up vocals, Travis Joyner on bass and backup/lead vocals, David Farrior on mandolin and backup vocals, and Shack Humphrey on banjo and back-up vocals. Rooted in traditional bluegrass and gospel music, Heavy traffic delivers a sound that feels like home. Their rich, tight harmonies and heartfelt performances is guaranteed to leave you smiling, and even knock your socks off!
Grassstreet
August 21st, 2026
GrassStreet, from central North Carolina, brings you bluegrass music steeped in the tradition of Flatt & Scruggs and Doc Watson, while at the same time producing a fresh sound that is their own. From hard driving bluegrass to toe tapping swing tunes to soulful ballads, there is something for every listener. Their music is a combination of traditional bluegrass favorites, original compositions and some surprises along the way. The band always brings a high-energy show where their love for the music and each other is evident by the fun that they have on stage.
Together since 2003, they recently released their 6th album, “He Took My Place”, which features many familiar gospel favorites.
Tickets will be available soon!
FAQ
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The Listening Barn is located at the events barn at Poplar Grove Plantation, 10200 US-17, Wilmington, NC 28411.
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You must purchase a ticket in order to attend the shows at the listening barn. We have a no refund policy. Twelve and under are free, but you must reserve a ticket for them.
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Absolutely! Twelve and under are free, but you must reserve a ticket.
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We love our four legged friends, but please leave your pets at home.
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Yes! We encourage everyone, no matter their skill level to come out and jam.
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Absolutely, come and hang out!