‘Cuegrass & Brews: Raleigh’s BBQ Street Fest Is Back
Bluegrass jams, smoked meats, and one legendary afterparty.
Shannon
April 16, 2025
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Barbecue, bluegrass, and beers—oh my. The 15th annual ‘Cuegrass Festival is taking over Fayetteville Street this Saturday, April 19, from noon to 6 pm, with an afterparty at The Raleigh Times from 6–10 pm. Expect live music, mouthwatering ‘cue, cold local brews, a vendor market, and a kid zone to keep the littles busy. Proceeds support SAFEchild, Freedom Ride Rescue, and more feel-good causes.
This isn’t sponsored (we’d let you know if it was). We just love a party that smells like smoked pork and sounds like a banjo. (Just so you know: Sponsored content in our newsletter is always marked with “*”).
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