Remarkably, this three-day event is free despite its thrilling summer headliners—Boonerang’s lineup features more than 20 artists, including the Louisiana-based headliners Tribal Gold and New Orleans Suspects as well as performances by the Afrobeat-funk band Electrolust and soul six-piece outfit Joslyn & the Sweet Compression. There will also be an artisan market of local vendors, beer gardens, and more. » Multiple venues; Thursday-Sunday, times vary; free; (828) 268-6280; www.boonerangfest.com