Upcoming Events

Shakti 50th Anniversary Tour: Cary, NC (August 27, 2023)

Pioneering musical ensemble Shakti will perform at Koka Booth in Cary, NC on Sunday, August 27, 2023, with the show starting at 7:30pm. Shakti consists of legendary musicians Zakir Hussain, Shankar Mahadevan, Selvaganesh Vinayakram, and John McLaughlin. Special guest Béla Fleck will open the performance. For more details, visit Boothamphitheatre.com.

Earl Scruggs Music Festival: Mill Spring, NC (September 1 - 3, 2023)

A newcomer to the North Carolina festival circuit, the Earl Scruggs Music Festival debuted last year at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring. The fest will feature bluegrass, Americana and folk musicians and performers. It takes place September 1- 3, 2023 in Mill Spring, NC. Details: Earlscruggsmusicfest.com.

John Coltrane International Jazz & Blues Festival: High Point, NC (September 2 - 3, 2023)

The festival is named after NC born and raised jazz legend John Coltrane and has been held annually since 2011. There will be many regional and international jazz musicians and performers at the two-day event slated for September 2 – 3, 2023 in High Point, NC. For more details and tickets info, visit Coltranejazzfest.com.

Archana Patel and Party: Charlotte, NC

(September 3, 2023)

Classical Music Association of Charlotte presents a vocal concert by Archana Bhat Patel and party on Sunday, September 3, 2023, beginning at 4:30pm at CPCC New Theater, 1201 Elizabeth Ave., Charlotte. Membership forms are available on the website. For more details, call 704-339-4126 or 704-840-5949. Visit Onlinecmac.org.

Sri Krishna Janmashtami: Hillsborough, NC (September 6, 2023)

ISKCON New Goloka Temple presents a celebration of Sri Krishna Janmashtami on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 from 4pm - midnight. Enjoy live kirtan, cultural programs, boat festival, dahi handi, grand abhishek, aratika and a free feast. The temple is located at 1032 Dimmocks Mill Rd, Hillsborough, NC. For details, visit Newgoloka.com.

North Carolina Folk Festival: Greensboro, NC (September 8 - 10, 2023)

Over 300 artists and performers will be at NC Folk Festival from September 8 – 10, 2023in downtown Greensboro, NC. Admission is free and there will be many food and merch vendors on hand. Celebrate North Carolina’s roots and culture at this family-friendly event. There will also be a Folk Fest 5K run on Sunday. Get all the details at Ncfolkfestival.com

Kinjal Dave: Greensboro, NC (September 15, 2023)

Enjoy Navaratri celebrations with Kinjal Dave performing live with a band, presented by Triad Social Group and ATM Works. The show takes place on Friday, September 15, 2023 beginning at 8pm at Greensboro Coliseum, 912 W Gate City Blvd. for more details about the show call 336-601-1978 or 336-609-3014.

Festival of India: Charlotte, NC (September 23, 2023)

India Association of Charlotte is presenting their annual 27th Festival of India at Belk Theater and on Tryon Street Uptown, on Saturday September 23, 2023. This event celebrates India’s rich heritage of artistic and cultural diversity and is an effort to present a glimpse of that to the mainstream community in and around the Queen City. Prepare to be dazzled, entertained, and learn something about the culture as you and your family sample Indian culinary delights, get an artistic Henna tattoo, watch and dance along to popular and pulsating Bollywood music, learn about yoga, see Indian classical dance, and marvel at captivating fashions! The entire family can enjoy this family-friendly event, catered to all age groups, with something for everyone. See details on Indiafestival.iacofcarolinas.

Atul Purohit Garba Night: Greensboro, NC (September 23, 2023)

Enjoy a night of garba and raas with a live performance by Atul Purohit and band. Bring the whole family. The show takes place on Saturday, September 23, 2023. For more details call 336-509-5875 or 336-253-5877.