Biltmore Announces Summer Concert Schedule

by Inn on Biltmore Estate on Tuesday, May 20, 2008

Biltmore invites guests to enjoy a talented mix of performances during its 12th annual summer concert series. Warm breezes and stunning sunsets set the stage for concertgoers to listen and watch their favorite performers from the South Terrace lawn of America’s largest home.

Biltmore’s 12th Annual Summer Evening Concerts’ performers include:

* Friday, Aug. 1: An Evening with Steven Curtis Chapman

General Admission $32, Reserved $37, Premium Reserved $47

* Saturday, Aug. 2: KC & The Sunshine Band and Village People

General Admission $55, Reserved $60, Premium Reserved $70

* Wednesday, Aug. 6: The Stepcrew

General Admission $27, Reserved $32, Premium Reserved $42

* Thursday, Aug. 7: An Evening with Gladys Knight

General Admission $55, Reserved $60, Premium Reserved $70

* Friday, Aug. 8: An Evening with B.B. King

General Admission $60, Reserved $65, Premium Reserved $80

* Saturday, Aug. 9: An Evening with REO Speedwagon

General Admission $40, Reserved $45, Premium Reserved $55

* Friday, Aug. 15: An Evening with The Beach Boys

General Admission $50, Reserved $55, Premium Reserved $65

Tickets go on sale Tuesday, April 1 at 8:00 a.m. To reserve tickets, visit www.biltmore.com or call 866-336-1255. Tickets do not include or require estate admission. Performers and dates are subject to change.

Twelve-Month Passholders receive a $5.00 discount on reserved seating through June 15, and a $5.00 discount on general admission tickets until sold out. There is a limit of four discounted tickets per passholder per concert.

DINING OPTIONS

Dinner is available by reservation at the Stable Café adjacent to Biltmore House as well as at Bistro and Arbor Grill, both located at the Winery. Deerpark Restaurant will be offering a buffet of tender prime rib and seafood on Friday nights. Picnics are also available each concert evening. Advanced reservations are required. Sandwiches and concessions will also be available.

OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS

The Inn on Biltmore Estate is offering Summer Evening Concerts packages. Upon reservation, the Inn will take care of the details including accommodations, buffet dinner before the show, premium reserved seating at the concert, concert transportation, estate admission, Biltmore House audio tour, breakfast and valet parking. Packages start at $679.* For additional information or for reservations, visit www.biltmore.com or call 800-858-4130.

Asheville area hotel packages are also available starting at $201.75 based on double occupancy. Packages include breakfast, reserved seating at the concert, estate admission, and Biltmore House audio tour. For reservations, please call 877-BILTMORE.

*Package pricing is subject to availability and depends upon length of stay, room type, number of guests in party and concert. Taxes and most gratuities not included.

POLICIES

* No recording, filming, photography or taping of concerts is allowed.

* No outside food, beverages or coolers are allowed in the concert seating area.

* Smoking is not permitted in the concert seating area.

* Concert tickets permit estate entry at 5:30 p.m., unless dinner reservations are earlier.

* Seating for general admission is on a first-come, first-serve basis beginning at 6:45 p.m.

* Guests with reserved seats may be seated anytime after 6:45 p.m.

* Concerts begin at 8:00 p.m.

* Tickets being held at the Welcome Center must be picked up by 7:30 p.m.

* Concerts are held rain or shine; no umbrellas are allowed in the concert seating area.

* Please dress for the weather, which can turn cool once the sun goes down.

* Shuttles to the house are available from parking lots.

* In dangerous weather, you will be instructed to leave the area.

* Special seating is available for guests with disabilities.

* No outside alcoholic beverages are allowed on the estate.

For more information about Biltmore and performers’ bios, please visit www.biltmore.com.