Three Days. Two States. One Reunion in Historic Downtown Bristol, TN‑VA.
SEPTEMBER 11-13, 2026
Celebrating the legacy of the 1927 Bristol Sessions in the Birthplace of Country Music!
Learn more at https://bristolrhythm.com/
Boots in the Gorge 2026 will take place July 31 to Aug. 1 at ACE Adventure Resort in the New River Gorge, West Virginia The festival showcases a mix of national headliners, Nashville stars and Appalachian performers, including Clint Black, Josh Turner and Confederate Railroad. It is designed as a full weekend experience combining live country music with outdoor recreation.
Attendees can enjoy on-site camping, a variety of food and drink options, and a lively mountaintop party atmosphere. Mornings can be spent exploring the gorge with activities such as whitewater rafting, ziplining and hiking, while evenings feature live music performances under the stars. The festival caters to fans of red dirt, outlaw, pop-country, bluegrass and honky tonk.
Tickets are available for purchase through the festival’s official website, with options for general admission, VIP packages, and camping passes. The festival website also provides a comprehensive FAQ covering what to bring, where to stay, and how to maximize the festival experience. Visit bootsinthegorge.com.
ACE Adventure Resort spans 1,500 acres of scenic landscape in the New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, offering a combination of adrenaline-pumping outdoor activities and mountaintop relaxation wvpress.org. The resort hosts multiple music festivals during the summer, with Boots in the Gorge being its newest country-focused event. For anyone looking to combine live country music, outdoor adventure, and a vibrant festival atmosphere, Boots in the Gorge 2026 promises a memorable experience for all ages
| Experience all three days of music at Hopscotch Music Festival on Sept. 10-12, 2026, in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina, from Moore Square and City Plaza to the participating club venues. Tuesday, July 28, is the last chance to secure a Three-Day GA Pass for just $129! BUY PASSES Single-Day Passes go on sale also on Tuesday at 12pm ET! Whether you can only join the festival for just one day or have your eye on a specific day’s lineup, this is your chance.⚠️ Quantities are limited, so don’t wait if you’re planning to grab one. Whether you’re coming for one day or all three, find the ticket that fits you and we’ll see you in September. BUY PASSES The party doesn’t stop at City Plaza and Moore Square Commons – check out which of Raleigh’s most beloved and iconic clubs are joining us for Hopscotch 2026! From intimate halls to jam-packed clubs, this is where Hopscotch comes alive. LEARN MORE Interested in Hosting a Day Party? Bring Hopscotch to your doorstep!Learn how Downtown Raleigh businesses can host an official Day Party during festival weekend and land a spot on our schedule.Applications close on August 21st at 11:59pm ET. LEARN MORE |
Experience one of Granville County’s premier summer music events at the Next Door Music Festival from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 8, at 313 E. Spring St, in Oxford, North Carolina. This growing festival brings together talented North Carolina bands, local food vendors and a vibrant community atmosphere for a day of live entertainment. Enjoy performances by Cor De Lux, Blab School, Flatrock, Hex Files, Gone Ghost, and Worthington’s Law while exploring local vendors and enjoying festival favorites from area food trucks. Set in the heart of Oxford, the event showcases the region’s thriving music scene and creative culture, making it a perfect outing for music lovers, families, and visitors alike. The celebration continues with an official after-party at Humble Pour from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., with additional details to be announced soon. Admission is free, so bring your friends, support local artists, and enjoy a memorable day of live music in Granville County.
Learn more at the following link: https://visitgranvillenc.com/whats-happening/#!/300679-next-door-music-festival
You can find the schedule for this FREE event in Greensboro at the following link: https://www.ncfolkfestival.com/schedule
In the meantime, there are a number of free shows happening BEFORE the NC Folk Fest hits the stage:
July 24, 2026
August 14, 2026
September 17, 2026
The next wave of folk starts here.
This summer, we’re highlighting LOCAL emerging artists who are shaping what folk music looks and sounds like right now. Four concerts. Four distinct sounds.
Presented in partnership with The Arts Council of Greater Greensboro.
Local Folk isn’t just about playing a show. It’s about supporting artists beyond the stage.
This year, we’re teaming up with Alycee Byrd Photography to provide day-of-show photography plus free professional headshots for participating artists.
We’re also partnering with Notes for Notes to offer free studio time, giving artists a chance to keep building their sound long after the set ends.
Participating venues will also provide sound board audio recordings of performances so artists can walk away with more than just the memory of the night.
Learn more at https://www.ncfolkfestival.com/localfolk.
Front Porch Fest is a family-friendly music festival held in Patrick County, Virginia, featuring local, regional and national touring acts.
Labor Day weekend 2026 marks the 17th annual Front Porch Fest. This event is held on the Front Porch of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Patrick County, Virginia, and will take place Sept. 3-6 at Spirithaven Farm.
Front Porch Fest is a four-day family-friendly music festival held in Stuart, Virginia, featuring local, regional, and national touring acts. In addition to 30+ bands, Front Porch Fest features an array of children’s activities, yoga, campsite jams, on-site camping, delicious craft brews and foods, and more!
No charge for children 12 years and under, though children are required to have a ticket. Please add one free child ticket onto your order per little one.
For volunteer, vending, and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.frontporchfest.com.
Front Porch Fest is produced by One Family Productions, a nonprofit organization working to support community enrichment and growth. Proceeds from this event are donated to local charities such as the Patrick County Food Bank and Caring Hearts Free Clinic of Patrick County and others.
One Family Productions also produces events held at the Historic Star Theatre in Stuart, the Patrick County Christmas Parade, First Friday Summer Jam Series, Spooktacular and is a co-producer of Bushels & Barrels Local Food, Beer and Wine festival. Learn more at http://www.onefamilyproductions.org.Learn more about the festival voted and get tickets at
FloydFest organizers have released the final lineup of acts to be included in the 2026 edition of the festival, FloydFest~Daydream, which is set to take place at FestivalPark on July 22-26.
The inaugural announcement regarding FloydFest~Daydream on Nov. 6 introduced a quartet of 2026 headliners: Grammy Award-winning rock-and-soul juggernaut Tedeschi Trucks Band, rock-and-roll cultural legends My Morning Jacket, songcraft-alchemist Stephen Wilson Jr. and Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Lukas Nelson.
Organizers said these headlining acts “serve as a powerful representation of both Across-the-Way’s brand of purposeful programming, as well as the company’s dedication to delivering artists who top its patrons’ annual request lists.”
The strengths of those headliners are buttressed by additional artists in 2026’s initial announcement:
All artists on the initial announcement (and all subsequent announcements) can be discovered and explored via extensive bios, links and music at www.floydfest.com/lineup.
Additional information — including a 2026 Site Map, updated FAQs, Children’s Universe information, a playlist featuring FloydFest~Daydream artists, more information about camping and parking, and more as announcements roll out — is available online at www.floydfest.com.
Patrons are encouraged to secure tickets now for FloydFest 26~Daydream by visiting either www.floydfest.com or www.aftontickets.com/floydfest26daydream. Following the increase to Tier 1 pricing on Nov. 14, the Tier 2 increase is set for March 1, 2026, with the third and final move to Tier 3 pricing scheduled for July 1, if tickets remain.
Visit the following link for tickets and more information: www.floydfest.com
That Station’s Artist Notes will return to The Corner this year with more beautiful summer evenings of music and relaxation, organizers have announced.
Each night will feature an artist who will play their unique brand of music and share personal insights. Chris Edge will guide us through the ups and downs of our featured artists’ careers and the stories behind their songs.
The event is free and so is parking. We’ll have food trucks on-site and beer available for purchase. You can bring camp chairs, leashed dogs and coolers with beer, wine and food.
Gates will open at 6:30 p.m., and performances will begin at 7 p.m. The address is 941 Main Campus Dr. in Raleigh. The CornerView map
Following is the 2026 season lineup:
May 29: River Shook and Emma Rae
Food truck: The Flat Drum
June 12: Dave Wilson & John Teer (of Chatham County Line) and hushpuppy
Food truck: MoMoMandu
July 10: Larry & Joe and Couldn’t Be Happiers
Food truck: Greek on Wheels
July 24: IAMDYNAMITE and Rich Richards
Food truck: Kao Thai
Aug 7: Joseph Terrell (of Mipso) and Emily Burdette
Food truck: The Blue Window
Wanna be first to hear who’s playing the 2026 Raleigh Wide Open Music Festival? Come to our free Lineup Announcement live event on May 12, part of our weekly Beer and Banjos concert at Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard in Raleigh.
From 6:30-9 p.m., you’ll hear music from the Beer and Banjos All-Stars and a guest band, and we’ve got some extra fun in store as we unveil the festival lineup. It’ll also be the first opportunity to buy our brand-new 2026 festival merch – yes, our beloved banjo-hoisting squirrel will be prominently featured!
Beer and Banjos is a free, family-friendly evening of roots music every Tuesday at Raleigh’s Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard. Hosted by the mighty local musicians known collectively as the Beer and Banjos Allstars, these weekly concerts feature guest musicians and take place on Bowstring’s spacious patio when the weather allows, or inside by the bar when rain, heat, or cold threaten the vibe.
Tips for the musicians are gratefully accepted (look for a helper walking around with a bucket for cash and QR codes for online tips), and don’t forget to check out the merch table. Bowstring serves tasty pizza and other food as well as cold beer and other beverages.
Learn more about Beer and Banjos events statewide here.
IF YOU GO
Raleigh Wide Open Lineup Announcement … Live!
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 , 6:30pm-9:00pm
Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard 1930 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh
Parking at Bowstring Brewyard can fill up fast. If you arrive and find the parking lot full, here are some options:
PAY PARKING: Exit the Bowstring parking lot by turning right onto Wake Forest Road, then quickly take a right (at the light) onto E. Whitaker Mill Rd. Turn right into the parking lot of the StorageMax and look for a kiosk to pay.
FREE PARKING: Turn right out of the Bowstring parking lot and quickly turn left at the light onto E. Whitaker Mill Rd. Turn left into the parking lot of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church. It’s about a 5-10 minute walk back to Bowstring from there.
This festival is on my bucket list! And this year’s lineup is very tempting with Kings of Leon, Lorde, Brandon Flowers and Asleep at the Wheel just to name a few of the many talented acts set to hit the stages over two weekends. Who are you excited to see? Tickets go on sale at 1 p.m. EST at https://www.aclfestival.com/lineup!
