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Posted Dec 10, 2024
Lost 80’S Live North America’s Longest-Running Retro Music Tour Celebrates 23 Years With 2025 Tour Announcement
Posted Dec 3, 2024
Alison Krauss & Union Station Featuring Jerry Douglas Coming to Cary's Koka Booth Amphitheatre on April 27 as Part of Arcadia 2025 Tour

Tickets for the @ncchineselanternfestival are sold out for Saturday, December 21st. If you don't have a ticket, please do not attend. Tickets are available for other nights, and it's advised not to buy from unauthorized sellers. Any Night tickets will be accepted tonight. 🎟️ Grab your tickets for another enchanting evening at the festival! Link in bio. #ncchineselanternfestival

Heads up, folks! With the holidays ahead of us we are expecting heavy traffic nightly from 12/20 through 1/5, as we anticipate larger crowds between 6-9 PM. We ask for your patience - let's make it an adventure! 🐲✨ #CaryNC #NCChineseLanternFestival

If you have a Date Specific ticket for the 6PM session, you can arrive anytime from 6-9PM to enjoy the lanterns. To fully enjoy the @ncchineselanternfestival , allow yourself at least 75 minutes to immerse yourself in its stunning beauty. ✨Twilight gates open @ 4:30PM. ✨Date Specific & Any Night gates open @ 6PM. ✨Make sure to arrive no later than 9PM, as the festival will close promptly at 10PM.

Back by popular demand! A limited number of Any Night tickets are now up for grabs. These flexible 'Any Night' tickets make an ideal gift. 🎁 Make sure to secure yours before they sell out! 🎟️ Secure your tickets now before they are gone! Link in bio. #carync #ncchineselanternfestival @ncchineselanternfestival

Tickets are ON SALE NOW! 🗣️ The iconic retro music tour, @lost80slive, is set to deliver an unforgettable night filled with nostalgia, music, and cherished memories at KBA on August 3! Lost 80s featuring: A Flock of Seagulls, Big Country, General Public, The Vapors, Belouis Some, The Icicle Works, Josie Cotton, China Crisis, The Polecats, and special guests! 🎟️link in bio.

Box Office Hours added! The Box Office will now be open Mon-Friday 4PM-9PM, and Sat-Sun 2PM-9PM. Christmas Eve hours will be 5PM-8PM. We highly recommend buying tickets ahead of the night you'll be attending, as they may sell out prior to your chosen date, particularly on weekends and holidays. Visit the Box Office to avoid online fees. The Box Office does not accept orders by phone. If you have questions about the festival please call us at 919-462-2025 or 919-462-2052. Call ETIX at 800-514-3849 to purchase tickets by phone. Processing fees apply. Get tickets online at boothamphitheatre.com and etix.com. #carync #ncchineselanternfestival @ncchineselanternfestival

You will enjoy the festival more if you PACK LIGHT! Get in quicker without a bag. If you do need to bring in items, here is what is allowed: Factory sealed bottled water (2) Cameras, tripods, selfie sticks Tablets Blankets Raincoats Ponchos Strollers Mobility Devices: Scooters, Walkers, Wheelchairs Umbrellas Clear Bags (12" x 12" x 9") Medical, Parenting, & Camera Bags Small Clutch purses (6" x 8") #NCChineseLanternFestival tickets at boothamphitheatre.com or etix.com.

JUST ANNOUNCED // Dust off your neon outfits, tease your hair, and crank up the synthesizers because @lost80slive is coming to Cary's Koka Booth Amphitheatre on August 3! Lost 80s featuring: A Flock of Seagulls, Big Country, General Public, The Vapors, Belouis Some, The Icicle Works, Josie Cotton, China Crisis, The Polecats, and special guests! 🎟️presale tickets 12.11 @ 10AM 🎟️general on sale 12.13 @ 10AM 🔗 link in bio. #carync #livemusic #80smusic

Tickets are ON SALE NOW! 🗣️ @alisonkrauss & Union Station featuring @jerrydouglas are bringing their Arcadia 2025 tour to KBA on 4/27 with special guest @williewatsongs! 🎟 link in bio☝

Tickets are ON SALE NOW! 🗣️ Grab your boots and kick-up some country music when @thechrisjanson & @parmaleemusic hit the stage at Cary's Koka Booth Amphitheatre for the @b939country B-Bash on Saturday, May 10th, 2025! 🎟️link in bio. This show is in support of @stjude 💫 #carync #livemusic

✨Each year, the @NCChineseLanternFestival brings exciting new experiences! This year, we are thrilled to introduce 50 new lanterns, a variety of new food options, new t-shirts, and new captivating stage performances. Secure your tickets early → https://buff.ly/2OjrQb6 #carync #ncchineselanternfestival

KBA #volunteers are the heart & soul of our venue. Today and every day, we are grateful for your dedication during our busy concert and #NCChineseLanternFestival seasons. Thank you for being an important and integral part of our team. We couldn't do it without YOU! #InternationalVolunteerDay

🚗 Preferred Parking is available on select nights for $10 if purchased in advance, or $15 on-site, subject to availability. To secure a parking pass, buy it alongside your #NCChineseLanternFestival tickets. If you already have your tickets, you can upgrade to Preferred Parking for $15 upon arrival, based on availability. And don’t forget, general parking is free!

Attend the Festival before the holiday rush! The busiest nights are warm weather evenings, weekends & holidays. If you live local, we encourage you to attend Mon-Thurs for a more relaxed experience. 🎟️ Buy early and save! Link in bio ☝️ #NCChineseLanternFestival #CaryNC

JUST ANNOUNCED // @alisonkrauss & Union Station featuring @jerrydouglas have just announced their Arcadia 2025 tour and will be performing at KBA on April 27th, 2025 with special guest @williewatsongs! 🎟️KBA presale Thur, 12/5 at 10am - 10pm 🎟️On sale Fri, 12/6 at 10am 🔗link in bio. If you haven't subscribed to the KBA eNewsletter, now's the time! You will receive exclusive presale passwords, receive announcements before they're made public, and so much more! Subscribe link in bio ✨

Sensory Friendly Night is scheduled for tomorrow, December 3. This Sensory Friendly Night will include lower decibel music, decreased capacity, no strobe, or flashing lights, as well as access to a designated Quiet Area to decompress from sensory overload if required. ✨ Sensory friendly night is Presented by Cortica ✨ Get tickets in person at the Box Office or www.boothamphitheatre.com

MusiCares Foundation supports the people behind music - and our friend Kirk M. Sommer of WME | William Morris Endeavor is generously supporting this initiative. We encourage you to check out the auction below, and visit this link to learn more about Musicares >> https://www.musicares.org https://www.charitybuzz.com/catalog_items/auction-meeting-with-kirk-m-sommer-senior-partner-3085601

JUST ANNOUNCED // @thechrisjanson & @parmaleemusic are coming to KBA on May 10th for @b939country B-Bash! Tickets go on sale this Friday, December 6th at 10am. This show helps support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital lead the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. 🎟️KBA presale Thur, 12/5 at 10am - 10pm 🎟️On sale Fri, 12/6 at 10am 🔗 in bio. $1 from every ticket sold goes to @backline.care. Backline is a non-profit that connects music industry professionals and their families with mental health and wellness resources.

Heads up, folks! This weekend, 11/29 to 12/1, we anticipate larger crowds and heavier traffic between 6 PM and 9 PM. We ask for your patience - let's make it an adventure! 🐲✨ #CaryNC #NCChineseLanternFestival

The #NCChineseLanternFestival is open rain or shine! For updates on event delays or closures caused by severe weather conditions, please visit our website, follow us on social media, sign up for SMS alerts, or call our weather hotline at 919-459-8332. 📱SMS Alerts: #LinkinBio 📱Facebook: @boothamphitheatre 📱Website: boothamphitheatre.com 📱Weather hotline: 919-459-8332

Happy Thanksgiving from Koka Booth Amphitheatre! May you enjoy the holiday with family and friends. Plus, we're OPEN today! Box office: 5-9pm Event hours: 6-10pm

NC Chinese Lantern Festival TIP OF THE WEEK: Ways to save on tickets! 🌟 Save $ by buying in advance. Prices will increase on the day of the event. 🌟 Buy in person at the box office and avoid online fees. 🌟 Kids 2 and under are Free. 🌟 Discounts are offered on date-specific tickets from Sunday to Thursday for Seniors 55+, College Students, and Military. Please present an ID to qualify for these discounts. We look forward to seeing you at the #NCChineseLanternFestival! Tickets at boothamphitheatre.com or etix.com.

The 80th annual @ABC11_wtvd Raleigh Christmas Parade presented by @ShopLocalRaleigh kicks off today, November 23 in downtown Raleigh! Be sure to look for the #NorthCarolinaChineseLanternFestival float. Watch the entire event on ABC11 and the ABC11 NC streaming app starting at 9:30 a.m.

🎉 We are thrilled to share that Koka Booth Amphitheatre has been nominated for the Red Rocks Award - Outdoor Concert Venue of the Year! It is a true honor to receive this nomination alongside five remarkable venues across the United States. A big thank you to @pollstar_official!⭐️ The winner will be revealed during Pollstar Live! February 18-20.

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