Annual Music Festival Supporting American Renaissance School
Set for Saturday, September 20th
The stage is set once again for Downtown Harmonies, the signature music festival celebrating live music, local flavor, and community spirit. The festival benefits American Renaissance School’s (ARS) K–8 educational programming and capital campaign initiatives, including the continued development of the American Renaissance Arts and Science Center.
Hosted behind the ARS Gym & Activity Center on Tradd Street, this year’s festival promises an even bigger lineup of regional and local musicians, food trucks, artisan vendors, and an expanded Kids Zone.
Originally launched as the 3B Music Festival, the event was rebranded in 2023 as Downtown Harmonies to better reflect the broad and diverse community ARS serves. The refreshed name and vision made an immediate impact—drawing families, friends, and music lovers of all ages to a vibrant day of fun and fundraising.
This year’s festival will benefit ARS’s K–8 educational programming and capital campaign initiatives, including the continued development of the American Renaissance Arts and Science Center.
“We are thrilled to bring Downtown Harmonies back to life in the heart of our downtown,” said Jim Duffey, Executive Director of American Renaissance School. “This festival not only brings joy to our community—it directly supports the mission and future of our school. We’re excited to keep growing this event and the positive impact it brings.”
Save the Date!
🎶 Downtown Harmonies 2025
📍 Behind the ARS Gym & Activity Center, 205 S. Tradd Street
📅 Saturday, September 20th, 2025
⏰ 12p-5p
ARS is now actively seeking sponsors, volunteers, and community partners to help make this year’s event even more impactful. From helping with event logistics to supporting through in-kind donations or sponsorships, there are many ways to get involved.
“We’re incredibly grateful to last year’s sponsors for their support,” Duffey added. “Thanks to them, we delivered a fantastic experience that energized our school community and strengthened our downtown connection.”
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities or to sign up as a volunteer, please contact downtownharmonies@arsnc.org.
Stay tuned—more details, including artist announcements and vendor lineups, will be released soon!
