Join ABC11 for the Wide Open Bluegrass Festival October 3-4
For the second year, downtown Raleigh's Fayetteville Street will become the main stage for some of the best bluegrass music in the country.
The 2014 Wide Open Bluegrass festival runs October 3-4. Stroll through the family-friendly street festival for lots of great music and activities, then head to one of the main stages to check out stars like Sam Bush, Bela Fleck, and Ricky Skaggs.
And don't miss the North Carolina Whole Hog Barbecue State Championship, sponsored by ABC11. Our own Anna Laurel will join in the judging and announce the winners.
You can also stop by the ABC11 booth to meet John Clark (12-2 p.m.), Fred Shropshire (2-3:45 p.m.), and Joel Brown (3-6 p.m.).
Click here to see a full schedule of main stage shows.
Click here to see a map of the street festival.
Watch ABC11 throughout the week for stories on local music legends, N.C. barbecue, and more.
Still craving more? Check out the News & Observer's special bluegrass website: nando.com/bluegrass
And don't forget the 2014 International Bluegrass Music Awards is a big part of the World of Bluegrass event in Raleigh. Here is a full list of nominees
