One of Raleigh's most iconic cultural events returns this fall with the new 2025 Raleigh Wide Open Music Festival, taking place on October 3-4.The free two-day festival builds on the city's success as ...

After the International Bluegrass Music Association moved their event out of Raleigh after more than a decade, local groups have been gearing up to launch the new Raleigh Wide Open Music Festival.

The next Fourth Friday Bluegrass/Gospel Jam & Sing is Friday, Feb. 28, at the Russell EV Free Community Church ... Beginners are welcome. Music is pre-selected, and chords and lyrics are provided.

The free festival, presented by PNC Bank, will feature six stages of music showcasing bluegrass, Americana, gospel and folk artists. Organizers said a lineup will be announced before June.

The Kody Norris Show is a band a band that honors and respects the roots of bluegrass music but aims to carry the tradition forward. Authentic Unlimited is a bluegrass/gospel group. A beloved form ...

And there’s something for every music fan, whether you're into jazz, classical, bluegrass, electronic or gospel. A full list of free Big Ears events is available at bigearsfestival.org ...