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SUMMARY:Hoppin' John Fiddlers Convention
DESCRIPTION:Chatham County’s Traditional Music Festival for musicians and lovers of fiddle and banjo music! Hoppin’ John is three days of contests\, workshops\, showcases\, concerts and dances\, plus campground jams\, food and craft vendors and a focus on family activities. Located in the heart of CHATHAM COUNTY at the Shakori Hills Community Arts Center.
URL:https://www.chathamartscouncil.org/event/hoppin-john-fiddlers-convention-2/
LOCATION:Shakori Hills
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music Festival
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SUMMARY:Siler City Downtown Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Join the NC Arts Incubator and The Chatham Rabbit for their Siler City Downtown Music Series every third Fri\, Apr-Oct\, 6pm-9pm. Their free downtown outdoor concert series features a broad range of local musicians who showcase various genres representative of North Carolina. Bring the entire family! Enjoy kids’ activities hosted by local non-profits\, grab a bite to eat from one of their many rotating food vendors\, and step into a few of the downtown stores that stay open late. Thirsty Skull Brewing usually stops by to serve some pints to listeners\, and bmc brewing will make some special appearances this year as well. Siler City Downtown Music Series has featured performances from The Radio\, Impulse Machine\, Whoop\, The Magnolia Klezmer Band\, and more. Here is this year’s schedule: \nFri\, Apr 17\, 6pm-9pm Pat & The Kountry Boys.\nFri\, May 15\, 6pm-9pm Dorian Devins Quartet.\nFri\, Jun 19\, 5:30pm-8:30pm Juneteenth Celebration.\nFri\, Jul 17\, 6pm-9pm The Radio.\nFri\, Aug 21\, 6pm-9pm El Mirage.\nFri\, Sep 18\, 6pm-9pm Steele Street Band.\nFri\, Oct 16\, 6pm-9pm Impulse Machine.\nThis free\, family-friendly event takes place outdoors. Free street parking is available nearby. See more events hosted by the NC Arts Incubator.
URL:https://www.chathamartscouncil.org/event/siler-city-downtown-music-series/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:NC Arts Incubator\, 223 N Chatham Ave\, Siler City\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music Festival
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SUMMARY:Pittsboro Sculpture Celebration Opening Day
DESCRIPTION:The 2nd Annual Pittsboro Sculpture Celebration kicks off with a big day of art\, music\, food\, and community at The Plant! \nJoin us on Saturday\, September 19 for the Opening Weekend Celebration and come experience the exhibition alongside the artists\, art lovers\, collectors\, and curious community members who make Pittsboro’s creative scene so special. \nWander The Plant’s 17-acre campus and discover sculptures throughout the grounds\, meet the artists behind the work\, enjoy live music\, grab a bite and a drink\, and spend the day celebrating the opening of this year’s exhibition. \nWhether you’re looking for your next piece of art\, excited to meet local and regional artists\, or simply want to spend a great Saturday surrounded by creative people\, this is the day to come celebrate the Sculpture Celebration. \nLive Music Lineup \nMouthSounds 12-12:45pm \nLineage Performance with Julia Hartsell & Alexis Dumain weave whirling prayers and spinning hoops 1:30-2pm \nBrenda Linton + The Sparklers 3-5pm \nMustard Biscuit 6-8pm \nWant more face time with the artists? \nJoin us Friday\, September 18 for an exclusive Sculpture Celebration Artist’s Dinner on the pavers. Enjoy a Latin-Caribbean fusion buffet from Ta Contento and Kingston 99\, live jazz from the Daniel DeLorenzo Trio\, and an intimate evening with the artists featured in this year’s exhibition. \nThe sculpture exhibition runs September 10\, 2026–January 10\, 2027\, but Opening Weekend is the time to really celebrate!
URL:https://www.chathamartscouncil.org/event/pittsboro-sculpture-celebration-opening-day/
LOCATION:The Plant\, 220 Lorax Lane\, Pittsboro\, NC\, 27312\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibition,Music Festival
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