Raleigh Celebrates Bluegrass

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J. Zinger

People enjoying the snacks at the Bluegrass Festival on Saturday.

Raleigh streets were filled with bluegrass this weekend as the annual Bluegrass Festival took over downtown. In addition to the bands, there were plenty of food booths to keep festival-goers happy throughout the day. Like BBQ sandwiches, bluegrass music is considered a part of North Carolina tradition. (And for those wanting to celebrate both, BBQ was indeed available along with the music!). This year’s festival included 100+ singers and bands, and next year’s promises to be just as big. Gators who want to check it out should make their plans for next fall.