Irresistible Groove returns to Carnegie Hall’s Fantasy Gala

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Lewisburg, W.Va. – Carnegie Hall is pleased to announce the highly anticipated return of crowd favorite Irresistible Groove to the 2026 Fantasy Gala: A Star-Spangled Salute to the Arts. The event will take place on Friday, September 4, at 6 p.m. in Colonial Hall at The Greenbrier. Tickets are $250 per person, and tables for 10 are available for $2,500. 

Irresistible Groove commands attention as one of the nation’s premier party and dance bands, weaving together multiple vocalists, a vibrant horn section, and a powerhouse rhythm section into an unforgettable live music experience. Over more than a decade of performing together, this award-winning ensemble has cultivated a reputation built on world-class musicianship—their members have graced stages alongside icons like Prince, James Brown, Blake Shelton, and Parliament Funkadelic. The band’s extensive repertoire flows seamlessly from today’s chart-toppers to timeless Motown classics, rock anthems, jazz standards, and country favorites, demonstrating their remarkable range and deep musical understanding.

At their core, the six-piece configuration features a compelling lead male vocalist supported by bass, guitar, drums, saxophone, and trumpet, with every member contributing to rich vocal harmonies that elevate each performance. This foundation expands effortlessly to include additional musicians and a female vocalist, allowing them to tailor their sound precisely to each celebration’s vision. Whether igniting the dance floor at a corporate gala, providing elegant ceremony music for a wedding, or energizing a university function, Irresistible Groove delivers comprehensive musical services that span every moment of an event. Their proven track record of creating magnetic celebrations and keeping guests on their feet has solidified their position as the preferred choice for discerning clients hosting high-profile events nationwide.

Current Fantasy Gala’s Sponsors include Title Sponsor – John & Tish Inman c/o The HMI Family Foundation; Gold Sponsors – CAMC Greenbrier Valley Medical Center, Gillespie’s Flowers & Productions, Victor Jost, Robert Simpson & Mia Stone, Rich & Teresa Price, Theresa S. Thompson, and The Greenbrier; Silver Sponsors – Bank of Monroe, Mountain State Insurance Agency, Kyle & Ann Fort, Bill & Maggie Hutchison, Albert & Carol Prillaman, and Yarid’s; Bronze Sponsors – Aggie’s/Vest, Don & Sue Gordon, Kilcollin Dental, Mark & Debbie Kilcollin, Tom & Laura Mann, John & Jacquelyn Marshall, and Oates Landscape Architecture.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Please contact Development Director Kit Lindsey at development@carnegiehallwv.org.

For tickets or more information, please visit starspangled.givesmart.com , call (304) 645-7917, or stop by Carnegie Hall at 611 Church Street, Lewisburg. 

Proceeds from this event support Carnegie Hall’s arts education initiatives and world-class performing/visual arts programming.