

Concenergy is the preamble to the weekend’s events. Homegrown movers and shakers gather in the space. You will connect with entrepreneurs, techies, freelancers, musicians, singers, visual artists, community advocates, and a myriad of small business professionals.
During the connection experience, be inspired by ordinary folks who have extraordinary thoughts in our On 2nd Thought Series. Guest speakers take the stage in eleven-minute increments to share their views, ideas, and expertise on how to increase our collective potential. Speakers reflect on the epiphany which was the spark that caused them to change their resolve to open a business, be a force for change, help others, or to become who they are today. Inspiration ignites passion.
The evening escalates from icebreakers and power chats to live music and after-hour socials.




ALL SESSIONS FEATURING |
Thursday |
5:00pm - 8:00pm | CONCENERGY Category: Engagement and Culture Feature: Thought Leader 1, Thought Leader 2, Thought Leader 3 Host(s): TBA Style: Interactive/Limited Seating |
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The Opening Bell marks the official kick-off celebration to the weekend’s events. Taste the culture and homegrown flavor of local artists and bands who have extraordinary talent.
ALL SESSIONS FEATURING THE OPENING BELL |
Thursday |
8:00pm - 9:30pm | The Opening Bell Category: Engagement and Culture Feature: DJ COZART Host(s): TBA Style: Interactive/Limited Seating |
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Why wait for homecoming? Plan to meet up with old friends and make new ones in an interactive environment. The daytime collective has a little something for everyone.
ALL SESSIONS FEATURING DAY PARTY DEPOT |
Saturday |
3:00pm - 6:00pm I Day Party Depot Category: Engagement And Culture Feature: Party Play, Lo-Vibez, Press Play Poets Host(s): fyoozRDU, JP-8 Productions, DS WILL Style: Interactive/Limited Seating |
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After the evening shows and at the end of each day, community-based and social organizations keep the festivities going by hosting purpose parties. Widely recognized DJs spin a variety of tunes from multiple genres and decades. Be on the look out for unannounced podcasts and pop up performances.
ALL SESSIONS FEATURING FRESCA AFTER DARK |
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Thursday |
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Saturday |
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10:00pm - 12:00am | FRESCA AFTER DARK Category: Engagement and Culture Feature: DJ COZART Host(s): TBA Style: Interactive |
10:00pm - 1:00am | FRESCA AFTER DARK Category: Engagement and Culture Feature: DJ ALLNITE Host(s): TBA Style: Interactive |
10:00pm - 1:00am | FRESCA AFTER DARK Category: Engagement and Culture Feature: DJ SKAZZ Host(s): TBA Style: Interactive |
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Local food is the best food. Independently owned food trucks featuring diverse cuisines are on location and ready to serve you. Three cocktail lounges with a selection of traditional, festive, and mocktail drinks are on site.
FOOD TRUCK SCHEDULE |
Thursday, August 19 | 5:00pm - 10:00pm |
Category: Engagement and Culture Style: Standing Location: Outdoor Pavillion |