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.
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.
Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles recently proclaimed April 12th, 2025 as Charlotte Folk Society Day! We would like to thank all of our volunteers, members, and event attendees for supporting us through the years! Your involvement helps keep our efforts in moving forward!
This segment from Charlotte’s local PBS station, WTVI takes a look at the Charlotte Folk Society and its contributions to the area. This Carolina Impact segment highlights a few of our volunteers, recent events, and some of the background of our organization!
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.
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.
