Earl Scruggs Center 9th annual Pickin’ on the Square Series

The Earl Scruggs Center, located on the historic court square in uptown Shelby, is hosting Pickin’ on the Square, the community wide bluegrass jam session, this summer at the court square.

The 2023 Pickin’ on the Square events are set for Saturday evenings from 5 pm – 7 pm. The event began on June 10. Remaining dates are: July 8 and August 12 and is free to the community.

Pickers of all playing levels are encouraged to bring their instruments and participate in a welcoming, informal jam.

Music lovers, families, and individuals are invited to bring a lawn chair to enjoy the music and the beautiful Cleveland County court square. Main Street Sweets food truck will be onsite selling refreshments and the Earl Scruggs Center and gift shop will be open during the event.

Visitors are encouraged to visit the Earl Scruggs

Center’s exhibits while attending the blues concert and Pickin’ on the Square. In the event of inclement weather, both music events will move inside the Earl Scruggs Center to the Great Hall.

For Inquiries, Contact: Mary Beth Martin, Executive Director Earl Scruggs Center: Music & Stories from the American South 704.487.6233-office marybeth@earlscruggscenter. org