About
Make Music Catawba County is an all-day, open-access, free “do it yourself” festival taking place across Catawba County on June 21st every year. Participation is encouraged from all ages, genres, and abilities…from indie rock to bluegrass to a cappella, from music students to professional artists and everything in-between.
Make Music Catawba County’s primary goals are to provide an equal platform for musicians of all skill levels, interests, and walks of life, and to inspire the next generation of musicians through innovative outreach programming.
This celebration is not limited to residents of Catawba County, but invites music enthusiasts from everywhere to come participate by performing, attending, or volunteering.
Join us to ring in the Summer Solstice, as part of an international event with its heart and soul in our local creative community!

Listings
- Street Jam at Downtown Hickory, 12:00 – 4:00 PM
- Open Mic Night at the Premier (Hosted by Hickory Music Factory), 6:00 – 10:00 PM
- Street Jam at Downtown Newton, 5:00 – 8:00 PM
- Songwriter Session at 3 Little Birds (Hosted by Cesar Cruz), 6:00 – 8:00 PM
- Golden Rule Music School – Students and Friends Showcase, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
- LR Summer Youth Music Choir Camp Finale Concert, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
2025 Listings: Saturday, June 21st
Participate
Are you interested in learning more about performing during Make Music Catawba County? Everyone is welcomed and encouraged to join the celebration! The event is an all-ages, all-inclusive celebration of music, so whether you’re in a band, a solo artist, a child, a senior, a saxophonist or a thereminist, there’s a spot for you to perform!
For commonly asked questions, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions
Registration is open now – click here to sign up!

Support
Interested in particpating in Make Music Day as a volunteer? Get in touch with us at catawbacounty@makemusicday.org

Contact
Get in touch with us at catawbacounty@makemusicday.org