QCity Metro says BOOM Festival has announced a move to the University area. Here’s an excerpt:
Published December 10, 2024
by Madeline Holly-Carothers
A performer during Boom Charlotte. Photo: Dick Costa
According to a press release sent Tuesday, the festival will take place at the University City lakefront from April 25-27, 2025. The move is part of a new partnership with University City Partners, a nonprofit dedicated to fostering growth in the University area.
Why it matters: The University area has experienced significant growth in recent years and, according to the press release, has seen more than 3 million guests so far in 2024. The move to the University has the potential to grow the festival and put local artists’ work in front of more eyes.
“Partnerships and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re thrilled to join forces with University City Partners for the 8th Annual BOOM Festival,” Manoj Kesavan, founder and executive director of BOOM Charlotte, said. “Hosting this iconic event in University City not only allows us to engage with new audiences but also opens up exciting opportunities to further support and elevate Charlotte’s vibrant creative community.”
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