"IBMA's World of Bluegrass Festival Bids Farewell to Raleigh, Eyes New Host City"
The IBMA World of Bluegrass Festival will be leaving Raleigh after its 2024 event, which has been held in the city since 2013. The festival, known as the largest urban bluegrass festival in the world, has generated over $88 million in economic impact for the area. While it's unclear what will replace the festival, organizers have confirmed that another large music festival is in the works, which will include bluegrass but also incorporate other genres to reflect the cultural diversity of Raleigh.