Cuegrass Festival

‘Cuegrass 2026 was one for the books! High-energy sets, dancing in the streets, incredible vendors, food, and beer. Downtown Raleigh showed out in the best way. Thanks for being part of it and helping us celebrate 16 years of what makes this community so special 💚

All bands vendors others came out warm day sat weekend 🎼📸🖤🌞@foothillsbrewing @deepsouthent @thepitbbq @cuegrass @artstogether @freedomride.rescue #thepitbbq #cuegrass #downtownraleigh #artstogether #visitnorthcarolina

‘Cuegrass weekend is HERE, y’all!!! 🎉🔥 Here’s your game plan before you roll in:⁠ ⁠ 📍 Fayetteville St. | Saturday, April 18 | 12–6PM⁠ 🎉 Keep the party going at the afterparty at @raleightimesbar with @cloudsbrewing raleigh from 6–10PM⁠ 💳 We’re cashless: tap it, swipe it, keep it movin’⁠ 🍺 Grab a nice cold beer from @foothillsbrewing and stay hydrated ⁠ 🎨 Kids Zone = big fun for the little ones 🛍️ Come hungry for @thepitbbq , stay dancing, then shop your way through the @trianglepopup Vendor Village⁠ 💸 Every bite, sip, and step supports local causes, so you can feel extra good about having a great time⁠ ⁠ 🔥 BBQ. 🍺 Beer. 🎶 Bluegrass. Downtown never looked so good. ⁠ SWIPE for the band lineup, menu, parking tips, and more! We can't wait to see you tomorrow!

Cuegrass merch drop!! T-shirts, hats, Koozies, and cups 🧢 Come grab yours this Saturday 📆 We are excited to see everyone repping the merch!

'Cuegrass is THIS SATURDAY! Fun on Fayetteville and Hargett Street almost ALL day! ✨ A celebration of North Carolina’s best: whole-hog barbecue + bluegrass ❤️ 100% of proceeds benefit local children’s charities 🐖 @thepitbbq serving up ‘cue all day 🍺 @foothillsbrewing bringing local brews 🎶 Two stages of live music 🎨 Family-friendly with a Kids Zone for the little ones 🧢 Festival merch and a silent auction 🛍️ Vendor Village with hand-crafted goods 🍻 Keep it going at the after party with @raleightimesbar hosted by @cloudsbrewingraleigh Barbecue. Bluegrass. Community. That’s Cuegrass. 🎉 Visit Cuegrass.com for details and more!

🍖🎶 'Cuegrass is THIS Saturday and we are so excited to be part of it! Arts Together has been selected as a beneficiary of 'Cuegrass - a beloved North Carolina celebration of barbecue, bluegrass, and community that has raised over $250,000 for local children's causes since 2009. 💙 Come find us in the Kids Zone for crafts and creativity - then stay for the party! 📅 Saturday, April 18 🕛 Noon – 6 PM 📍 Fayetteville Street, Downtown Raleigh 🎉 Afterparty 6–10 PM on Hargett St. #ArtsTogether #CueFest #Cuegrass #RaleighEvents #NCEvents

Barbecue. Bluegrass. A whole lot of heart. ❤️ At ‘Cuegrass, we’re proud that 100% of proceeds from food, drinks, VIP & Fast Passes, merch, Kids Zone sales, and our silent auction, go right back into our community. This year, we’re honored to support organizations doing incredible work for local kids and families: @safechildnc , @ocscouts , @freedomride.rescue , @broughtoncapitalfoundation , and @artstogether From protecting children and empowering youth, to finding pups their forever homes and supporting the arts, your good time is making a real impact. Come for the barbecue, stay for the live music and brews, and leave knowing you made a difference. 🎶🔥

GIVEAWAY — VIP Prize Pack for Two to the 16th Annual North Carolina ‘Cuegrass Festival 🐷🍺 Come on down to the 16th annual North Carolina ‘Cuegrass Festival on Saturday, April 18 from 12:00 - 6:00 pm as Fayetteville Street shuts down to celebrate barbecue, beer, and bluegrass! ‘Cuegrass Festival is a jam packed day filled with talented bluegrass/folk/funk bands, delicious ‘cue from @thepitbbq and more, local beer from @foothillsbrewing , curated vendor village by @trianglepopup , kids zone, lawn games, and so much more! All proceeds benefit local children’s causes including SAFEChild, The Occoneechee Council of Boy Scouts of America, Freedom Ride Rescue, Broughton Capital Foundation, and Arts Together. HOW TO WIN: One lucky winner will win a VIP Prize Pack for Two ($250 value) including: • VIP Access to the Pitmaster Patio • Premium Stage Seating • Dedicated Drink Service • Fast Passes to skip the lines • Two Meal Tickets • Two ‘Cuegrass Cups and Koozies • Two ‘Cuegrass Shirts 1) Like & Share this Post to your Story 2) Follow both @raleighdowntown + @cuegrass 3) Tag friends in separate comments (each tag is an extra entry) Giveaway ends Tuesday April 14 at 11:59pm ET. Winners notified on our story and this post.

Let the bidding begin! Our silent auction is LIVE at the link in our bio!

🔥 FAST PASSES ARE BACK 🔥 Lines? Never heard of them. Skip straight to the barbecue & beer at ‘Cuegrass and keep your day focused on the good stuff—eating, sipping, and soaking up the music. ⁠ ⁠ BONUS: Every Fast Pass supports our beneficiaries and comes with an official ‘Cuegrass cup. ⁠ ⁠ ––– or go all in ––– 🔥 GO VIP AT THE PITMASTER PATIO 🔥 If you’re gonna ‘Cuegrass… do it right. Upgrade to VIP and post up in the Pitmaster Patio with prime Capitol Stage views, comfy seating, and drinks that come to you. 🍻🔥 VIP Perks Include: • Exclusive access to the Pitmaster Patio with premium seating from @curatedeventsraleigh • Dedicated drink service so you never miss a beat • Fast Pass for food (aka no lines 🙌) • One meal ticket included • Official ‘Cuegrass cup • Official ‘Cuegrass koozie 🚨 Limited quantities available of both—grab yours at the link in bio and pick up your wristband at the merchandise tent on Saturday, April 18.

Ready for 'Cuegrass 2026 ✨🪕🍻🎨🐖 Raleigh's original bluegrass festival est. 2009! Live music, local beer and fun for all ages!

Right on 'cue for our 16th annual 'Cuegrass Festival ✨🪕🎶🍻🐖 The countdown to April 18, 2026 is on! Join the fun on Fayetteville Street! Visit Cuegrass.com for all the details!