Raleigh Wide Open brings three days of americana, bluegrass, folk, country, and old-time music to Raleigh, North Carolina from October 1-3, 2026. The festival showcases a deep lineup of American roots music artists including celebrated performers like Jim Lauderdale, Shinyribs, Tony Trischka's Earl Jam, and Alice Gerrard alongside rising acts such as The Po' Ramblin' Boys and Hubby Jenkins. With 43 artists spanning traditional bluegrass acts like The Carolina Bluegrass Band and The Asheville Mountain Boys to innovative folk groups like Allison de Groot & Tatiana Hargreaves, the festival offers an authentic celebration of American musical heritage. The diverse programming includes gospel performances from The Fairfield Four and multicultural fusion from groups like From China to Appalachia and Son de Carolina.

Raleigh Wide Open is a three-day standalone music festival.