Folkmoot International Evening

Name: Folkmoot International Evening
Start: 2024-07-19T16:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-07-19T21:00:00-04:00
Location: Downtown Canton, NC

Schedule

Fri Jul 19 2024 at 04:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Downtown Canton, NC | Canton, GA

Folkmoot USA International Evening: Join Folkmoot and Milltown Market July 19, 2024, 4 - 9 PM in downtown Canton. Experience the vibrancy of our community as we host a multicultural parade celebrating the diverse tapestry of our community. We invite you to come out, dress up to represent your own cultures and enjoy local artisans and a live music performance. There will be music, food, dancing and fun for all.
Read about the performer:
Jackson Grimm Celtic Trio
Jackson Grimm is an accomplished and respected multi-instrumentalist, performer and teacher in the Asheville community. He performs and teaches traditional folk music from the British isles, America and beyond. This includes but is not limited to toe tapping reels and jigs, heart rending forlorn ballads, waltzes and marches. For their Folkmoot debut, Grimm will be joined by Carter Giegerich on mandolin and Karl Zerfas on bass. Jackson Grimm stands out as an artist who stays true to his roots while pushing the boundaries of the genre in the ever-evolving world of Celtic, country, bluegrass and old-time music.
About Folkmoot: Folkmoot is North Carolina's official International Folk Festival dedicated to promoting cultural exchange and global understanding through music, dance and storytelling. With a mission to celebrate many cultures and champion arts, education, creative entrepreneurship and tradition, Folkmoot USA stands as a testament to the power of diversity and unity within our community.
Save the dates for Folkmoot Summerfest 2024 and immerse yourself in a summer of cultural discovery, community connection and celebration.
For more information and updates, please visit folkmoot.org or follow us on social media at Folkmoot USA on Facebook.