Kick off your weekend with music, dancing, and community at Friday Night Live in downtown Belmont.

On select Friday nights, Main Street closes to traffic and opens to the sounds of live music, giving guests the chance to dance, relax, and soak in the lively downtown atmosphere. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, enjoy food trucks on-site or take-out from local restaurants, and sip beverages available for purchase as the sun sets and the music fills the street.

Each evening begins with a DJ spinning tunes at 5 PM, followed by live performances from 6 to 9 PM. Family, friends, and furry companions are welcome to enjoy this pet-friendly, free event that turns Main Street into a vibrant community stage.

2026 Schedule

🎵 May 15th – 80s Night – featuring Kids in America
🎵 May 29th – 90s/00s Night – featuring Night Years
🎵 June 12th – Country Night – featuring 20 Ride
🎵 July 3rd – Red, White, & Belmont Night – featuring Too Much Sylvia (Upper Field of Stowe Park)

Family Activities, Music

Friday Night Live

May 15 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Downtown Belmont

Kick off your weekend with music, dancing, and community at Friday Night Live in downtown Belmont.

On select Friday nights, Main Street closes to traffic and opens to the sounds of live music, giving guests the chance to dance, relax, and soak in the lively downtown atmosphere. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets, enjoy food trucks on-site or take-out from local restaurants, and sip beverages available for purchase as the sun sets and the music fills the street.

Each evening begins with a DJ spinning tunes at 5 PM, followed by live performances from 6 to 9 PM. Family, friends, and furry companions are welcome to enjoy this pet-friendly, free event that turns Main Street into a vibrant community stage.

2026 Schedule

🎵 May 15th – 80s Night – featuring Kids in America
🎵 May 29th – 90s/00s Night – featuring Night Years
🎵 June 12th – Country Night – featuring 20 Ride
🎵 July 3rd – Red, White, & Belmont Night – featuring Too Much Sylvia (Upper Field of Stowe Park)
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When
May 15 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Place

Downtown Belmont

37 N Main St
Belmont, NC 28012 United States
Cost
Free

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