CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Calling all Charlotte bands and artists: The Lovin' Life Music Festival wants to hear from you.
More than 40 artists across different genres are expected to perform on three stages in Uptown's First Ward for the festival's debut from May 3 to May 5. Now, festival organizers are looking for Charlotte-based acts to join the lineup.
The local bands will play on the "QC CLT Locals" stage, while some of the other acts that have already been named will be performing on the Coors Light Stage and the Jewel Stage.
An Instagram post encouraging fans to tag their favorite Charlotte acts has over 2,600 comments.
Those interested in applying to be a part of the festival can do so online, through Lovin' Life Music Fest's application form. The festival notes they may not respond immediately, but they will keep information from bands and artists in the festival's database so they can reach out if a spot becomes available.
The festival hasn't released a full lineup yet, but several big names have been announced, including Post Malone, Stevie Nicks, Noah Kahan, Charlotte native DaBaby, and Maggie Rogers.
Artists to perform at Lovin' Life Music Fest in Uptown
An "Early Bird" ticket release for the festival started on Thursday, Dec. 14, then prices went up on Jan. 1. At this time, the tickets are all for 3-day passes. Festival organizers said if tickets are still available closer to the festival, they may open up the option to purchase single-day tickets.
Festival organizers said the event is expected to attract 90,000 attendees and has a projected economic impact of more than $30 million for its first year. Charlotte Center City Partners said the music festival "will be a major leap forward" for the city's efforts to grow the music scene in Charlotte.