Everyone’s favorite Celtic rockers Scythian, also affectionately known as MerleFest’s house band, are headed down south to the land of the pines with a show in Charlotte on Thursday, July 10, and one in Boone on Friday, July 11. And if that’s not enough Scythian, you can catch them at a FREE show on Saturday, July 12, in Herndon, Virginia.
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| The 15th anniversary of Hopscotch Music Festival, North Carolina’s premier indie and experimental music festival, returns to the heart of downtown Raleigh on Sept. 4-6, 2025. The festival will kick off at some of Raleigh’s most beloved and iconic stages, including City Plaza and Moore Square, The Pour House, the Ritz and many more. From intimate halls to jam-packed clubs, this is where Hopscotch comes alive. 💫 ⚠️ Don’t miss your chance to lock in your 3-Day GA wristbands starting at $135 or 3-Day VIP passes before prices increase! Lock in your 3-Day GA or 3-Day VIP passes now and secure the most affordable payment plan option upon checkout. |
| Visit https://hopscotchmusicfest.com/ for more information including the upcoming lineup! |
3 Days. 30+ Bands. 1 Epic Weekend.
After an 11-year hiatus, the North Carolina Hops & Roots Festival — a celebration of local music, craft beer, movement and community connection — is returning June 27–29 to The Plant in Pittsboro.
The local musical lineup of dozens of acts across multiple stages includes:
• Dr. Bacon
• Big Fat Gap
• The Radio
• Larry Bellorín & Joe Troop
In addition, participants can:
Stretch out with daily yoga sessions from Yoga Garden
Sip local pours from bmc Brewing
Jam around the fire
Camp under the stars
And enjoy:
• Local food trucks
• Fire circles & night market vibes
• Craft vendors
Tickets:
• 1-Day Pass – $35
• 3-Day Weekend Pass – $65
• Camping Add-on – starting at $25
https://theplantnc.com/hops-roots-fest
Location:
The Plant, 192 Lorax Lane, Pittsboro, NC
Brought to you with love and support from:
Yoga Garden
ServPro
bmc Brewing
An Evening with Couldn’t Be Happiers
Tuck Satterfield of The Simple Joy writes: “Energetic and quirky, Couldn’t Be Happiers is a folk-rock /Americana duo that enjoys every moment of their second chance at happiness. And it’s pretty damn contagious. Described by Doug Davis of Flytrap Studios as ‘Violent Femmes meets Johnny and June,’ this married songwriting duo joyfully blends rock, pop, bluegrass, and folk into a sound that is uniquely their own. The CBH songbook includes stories about the obsessive drive of a Bigfoot hunter, the life cycle of a plastic bag, the end of the world from global warming, the untold perspective of the first woman hanged in North Carolina, and the acrobatic feats of strength performed by a Cajun burglar feeding his gambling habit. But aside from the stories, what you’ll notice first is the voices — and in particular the beautiful homespun harmonies. Those voices will take you from church to holler to Opry and back again all in one song, thanks to the exhilarating power of Jodi’s vocals and the smoothly classic twang of Jordan’s. With Jodi on drums and harmonica, and Jordan on guitar, Couldn’t Be Happiers roll out an incredible sound, a set of great original songs, and a live show that all but dares you not to enjoy yourself.”
If you want to hear more, head on out to The Wake Forest Listening Room, 415 Brooks St., on Friday, June 20!
The Wake Forest Listening Room features original local, regional and national musicians.
Find tickets at: www.etix.com/ticket/p/65028954/an-evening-with-couldnt-be-happiers-wake-forest-wake-forest-listening-room
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| The Earl Scruggs Music Festival is back for another unforgettable Labor Day Weekend, Aug. 29-31, 2025, at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, North Carolina. |
| This one-of-a-kind bluegrass festival boasts a star-studded lineup of bluegrass icons, Americana greats and rising stars, including Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Del McCoury Band, Watchhouse, The Wood Brothers, The War & Treaty, and many more. |
| Enjoy rare artist sit-ins, insightful artist workshops and discussions, premium on-site offerings like trail rides, equestrian jumping demos, restaurants and on-site lodging, and unscripted musical moments as you celebrate Labor Day Weekend with artists you know and love, and those you have yet to discover. |
| Learn more and get tickets at https://www.earlscruggsmusicfest.com/ |
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