Welcome to the Charlotte Folk Society
We are dedicated to promoting the ongoing enjoyment and preservation of traditional and contemporary folk music, dance, crafts, and lore in the Carolinas Piedmont since 1982.
Membership
When you join the Charlotte Folk Society, you become part of a rich and vibrant folk tradition that spans continents and centuries and lives on in the musicians that perform on our stage every month.
Rhiannon Giddens’ recognition of North Carolina as a cultural bridge underscores the importance of organizations like the Charlotte Folk Society in fostering community through music.
Make A Donation
Help us keep the music alive! Your donation to the Charlotte Folk Society ensures we can continue preserving and sharing the rich traditions of folk music, fostering community, and inspiring the next generation of musicians.
Play Nice with Others
Every weekend, jam groups in a variety of genres from bluegrass to old time to Celtic gather together to participate in a vibrant and living tradition of song. Beginners and experienced players alike can find their place in the circle.