Murphy, NC and the Tri-State Area

05/15/2026

Downtown Murphy NC is excited to announce Murphy Mountain Music: Summer Concert Series. Sponsored by Cherokee County Tourism Development Authority. Who better to kick off the summer of fun than Braden Rumfelt for his hometown concert!

After making all of us proud on American Idol and performing on one of the biggest stages in the country, Braden Rumfelt will return to Murphy for a free hometown concert at Konehete Veterans Park on Thursday, May 21 at 7:30 p.m.

Braden will perform with his full band for what promises to be a great night of music and community celebration. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and come out to support one of our own as he takes the stage back home in Murphy.

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05/06/2026

05/02/2026

Vote for Braden this Monday, May 4th!

Our very own Braden Rumfelt is representing our region with so much heart and talent, and we couldn’t be prouder of him.

If he advances, his American Idol Homecoming is set for May 6th right here in Murphy — including a parade and a hometown concert.
Let’s show up for him now. Vote Monday and help bring Braden home!

04/28/2026

Braden Rumfelt Homecoming!

IMAGINE THIS…
A stage set up in the park.
Braden Rumfelt performing right here at home.
Our community gathered together with a downtown parade, surrounded by the beauty of our Murphy mountain town. Hosting, AMERICAN IDOL!!

This happens ONLY if Braden makes the Top 3 on May 4th — and that depends on our votes.

🚨VOTE TOMORROW NIGHT at 8PM
‼️AND AGAIN MONDAY, MAY 4TH at 8PM

Voting opens as American Idol goes live on the East Coast. Everyone who supports Braden should use every vote they have both nights.

LET’S BRING BRADEN HOME ON WEDNESDAY MAY 6TH!!
Share this. Spread the word.
Let’s show Braden how strongly Murphy and Cherokee County stand behind him.

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This is our moment, Murphy. Let’s make it happen for one of our own. 💗