Cheerwine Festival in Salisbury May 16

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Jody Mace

Photo from Cheerwine Festival. Used with permission.

Cheerwine brings the Cheerwine Festival back to historic downtown Salisbury on May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

This is a free festival for the whole family that celebrates Cheerwine’s 100+ years in Salisbury.

Consider taking the train from Charlotte to Salisbury!

Cheerwine Festival Features

Live music (see below)
FREE Fun Zone for families (rock climbing wall, gyroscope, more)
Free history tours
Live stilt walker
Jugglers
Food sampling area
Food trucks and stalls with Cheerwine-inspired items
Two beer gardens
Local artisans, crafters and Cheerwine merchandise
Rowan Museum Cheerwine display

Live Music Lineup

11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Crystal Aria Band
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. – Big Break
3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Chris Taylor & the Rumor
5:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m. – The Stranger

Photo from Cheerwine Festival. Used with permission.

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When

May 16, 2026 @ 10:00 am-7:00 pm

Cost

FREE

What

Cheerwine Festival

Where

Downtown Salisbury

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Downtown Salisbury

North Main Street
Salisbury, NC

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