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.
MembershipWhen 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. Join or Renew
When people sing together, community is created. – Peter Yarrow (Peter, Paul and Mary)
Play Music with OthersEvery 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.
Spend your Saturday mornings playing with the Mint Hill Old-Time Jam at the charming Carl J McEwen Historic VIllage located in downtown Mint Hill, North Carolina. We start at 10 AM and…
Join us Saturday April 1 10-3pm as we celebrate the grand re-opening of the Charlotte Folk Society musical instrument “library” for lending instruments to those who would like to try before they buy. Open house, jams and free workshop after with special guest Gilbert Nelson "Dr. Jambo". St. Martin’s Episcopal Church in Charlotte.
The Queen City Bluegrass Jam has been running for over a decade and many folks have come through, often forming friendships and bands. This is a fun jam open to…
It's Thirsty Thursday and Birdsong wants all Bluegrass Pickers to come JAM with them at their NoDa location! New beer release each Thursday and now you can hear / play some good old Bluegrass music. Inside and Outside if the weather permits. Pet Friendly. All Ages Welcome. Food trucks on site for some dinner. Bring the family and the dog .. have some food and try out a new beer. We'll be picking and grinning for hours...5:30PM to 9:00PM on the First Thursday of every month!
The Local Tomatoes Old-time Jam Session meets every Friday morning, 10 am to noon at The Violin Shoppe, 2112 East 7th Street in Charlotte, NC. Open to any old-time musicians who enjoy…
The Montgomery Store Bluegrass Jam takes place Every Friday evening year round 7-9pm. The Montgomery Store Bluegrass Jam has been a major music event in the community for almost two…
Join us every Friday evening from 7:00-9:00 at Holy Grounds Coffee Shop on the beautiful campus of Belmont Abbey College. All ages and skill levels are welcome. The focus of this jam is building confidence while gaining familiarity with the (mostly) bluegrass repertoire.
The Charlotte Folk Society is supported, in part, by the Infusion Fund and its generous donors.
