Upcoming Events

Greenville Fun Fest: (June 11, 2023)

The 3rd annual Greenville Fun Fest will take place in downtown along Main Street from E Broad & Falls Park on Saturday, June 11, 2023. Whether you’ve ever been curious about a plant-based diet or are simply a foodie craving what’s fresh and new, the Fun Fest will provide plenty of opportunities to explore different and exciting dietary delights. Admission will be free, though a $5 non-profit donation is recommended. Info: Greenvillefunfest.com.

Spoleto Festival USA: Charleston, SC

(Through June 11, 2023)

Spoleto presents performances by renowned artists as well as emerging performers in opera, theater, dance, as well as chamber, symphonic, choral, and jazz music. The Spoleto Festival USA is internationally recognized as America’s premier performing arts festival and is held at various venues across the historic Charleston, SC downtown area. This year’s festivities will take now through June 11, 2023. Details: Spoletousa.org.

Shri Ramcharitra Katha: Charlotte, NC (June 14 – 18, 2023)

The Swaminarayan mandir, Gadpurdham of Charlotte presents Bhavya Shilanyas Mahotsav from June 1418, 2023 with activities including katha, discourses and mahaprasad. The Gadhpurdham is located at 2501 Oakspring Rd., Matthews, NC. For more details, call 980-254-9867.

Gujarati Stand-Up Comedy: Charlotte and Raleigh, NC

(June 16 – 17, 2023)

Catch two comedy performances, “Jati Rehje” with Manan Desai and “Mistry

Solved” with Chirayu Mistry on Friday, June 16, 2023 at HSNC Main Hall, Morrisville, NC (7pm) and Saturday June 17, 2023 at Vihar Hall, Hindu Center (6pm). Hosted by Deep Vaidya. For Charlotte tickets call 704-877-4706 or 734787-1977 and Morrisville tickets call 919-353-0550 or 919-522-5511. Food will be available for purchase at both events.

Boonerang Music & Arts Festival: Boone, NC (June 16 - 17, 2023)

The town of Boone can have a peculiar effect on those who have been to its tranquil Appalachian hills. When a former Boone resident finds their way back, they call it the “Boonerang Effect.” The festival which will take place between June 16 & 17, 2023 and feature artists like Acoustic Syndicate, Town Mountain and Melissa Reaves. Boone’s downtown will transform into the festival grounds, with three separate stages hosting concerts, an art & crafts market, beer, food, and shopping. There will also be a fun kids zone for all the young ones to attend. Info: Boonerangfest.com.

North Carolina Blueberry Festival: Burgaw, NC (June 16 - 17, 2023)

The two-day Blueberry Festival will be held on June 16 & 17, 2023 with a plethora of events to enjoy. These events include a 5k run and 1 mile walk, car and truck show, non-competitive bicycling, model train show, blueberry recipe contest, bake sale, whole hog BBQ cook-off, craft beer, and food vendors. Details: Ncblueberryfestival.com.

NC Rhododendron Festival: Bakersville, NC (June 16 - 18, 2023)

Celebrating the blooming of the rhododendron on Roan Mountain, Bakersville rolls out the pink carpet for this summer festival. The NC Rhododendron Festival draws hundreds of visitors from across the region and features the Rhododendron Festival Pageant, the craft fair with food vendors, children’s activities, and live music throughout the day, as well as a classic car show, arts & crafts, a 10K run, car show, ducky derby, street dances and a beauty pageant. The event will take place from June 16-18, 2023 in downtown Bakersville, NC.

Info: Ncrhododendronfestival.org.

Beaufort Dragon Boat Race & Asian Festival (June 24, 2023)

Mark your calendar for the Annual Beaufort Dragon Boat Race & Asian Festival on Saturday, June 24, 2023 from 6am to 6pm at Waterfront Park in Beaufort, SC. The festival celebrates Asian cultures, diversity, ethnicity, roots and history. Explore the cultural heritage showcase, retail vendors, live music and dance performances, along with exciting dragon boat races. Proceeds from the event will benefit Beaufort County neighbors battling cancer. Details: Dragonboat-raceday.com/2023.

Ratha Yatra: Charlotte, NC (June 24, 2023)

Shri Jagannath Society of Charlotte presents Ratha Yatra on Saturday, June 24, 2023 beginning at 9:30am. There will be puja, ratha pulling, archana, mahaprasad and a cultural program. For details, call 704-535-3440 or visit the center’s website at: Hcclt.org.

Karishma Khosla (NC / SC) 631-357-7021 khosla.karishma@gmail.com

Bhavin Patel (SC / NC) 803-517-9935 brec2725@gmail.com

Durga Bhavani Yerra (NC) 408-685-1923 durga.yerra@gmail.com

Krishan Kumar (NC) 980-221-5146 krishan.dce@gmail.com

Aashis Lamsal (NC) 605-690-4156 alamsal.realestate@gmail.com

Vishnu Veera (NC) 704-776-5007 vvishnu@gmail.com

Vidyullatha Uppuluri (NC) 337-292-7872 uvidyullatha@gmail.com Now