South Carolina charity event put on to benefit STAR Riding and Driving, which enriches the lives of children and adults with disabilities, through safe, therapeutic interaction with horses. Sponsors and contact information on site.

A Saturday Gospel Bluegrass celebration at the Mechanicsville Christian Center, VA, held in July. Stage acts, jamming, food and drink. Advance ticket sales by mail. Children 13 and under free with paying adult.

Put on by the City of Argyle, Texas Chamber of Commerce, this two-day March event features traditional bluegrass and bluegrass gospel. Schedule, arts and crafts vendors, online ticket purchasing, FAQs and band information.

An annual event featuring folk and bluegrass music. Takes place in Tom Bean, Texas. Venue information, line-up, list of past performers, and travel information.

Annual acoustic music festival at the Wheeler Opera House, Aspen, CO, featuring traditional bands and artists who push the envelope, bringing in elements of jazz, blues and R&B. No smoking, wheelchair accessible, and headsets for the hearing impaired. Venue and ticket information, past shows, and lodging reservations.

A memorial to the three-day Greenwich Village festival of bluegrass, gospel, Irish and roots music held at The Baggot Inn, NYC. 2001 proceeds benefited the Twin Towers Fund. History, pictures, profiles and links to artists, festivals, clubs, associations, record labels, books, magazines and radio.

The Father of Wisconsin bluegrass has a festival in August in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Map, ticket and performer information, and related Jorgenson links.

Bluegrass, gospel, country festivals and happenings at Bean Blossom, Indiana, with event ticket prices, news flashes, history, awards, pictures, guest book, chat room, gift shop, camping and lodging information. Links to artists, festivals, clubs, associations, magazines, and the American Red Cross National Disaster Relief Fund. With a dedication "to the memory of Bill Monroe, 'The Father of Bluegrass,' and to the legacy of the style of music he left behind."

Annual family event in the Bitterroot Valley of Hamilton, Montana held the second full weekend in July. On-site camping and jamming. Advance tickets, schedule, highlights of previous years, sponsors, links, email and phone contacts.

Family friendly event held each spring and fall in Jasper, Alabama. Schedule, ticket information, photos from past festivals, volunteer opportunities and mailing list.

Two four-day family festivals hosted by the band Blistered Fingers each June and August in Sidney, Maine, with an open stage to encourage up-and-coming bands (no band contest). Maps, directions, performance schedules, past performers, photos, mailing list, guest book, links and fan club.

Kentucky event held in late August with proceeds benefiting WHAS Crusade for children. Advance ticket sales information on site.

Event held in Sevierville, Tennessee. Headlined by traditional and contemporary bluegrass artists. Photos, festival information, camping reservations, directions and artist links.

A three-day May festival held in Parkfield, California, an area which attracts seismic geologists and bluegrassers alike. Photos, band roster, map, directions, message board, ticket information and discounts.

Wellsboro, PA hosts indoor winter and outdoor summer concerts. Band lineup, photos, ticket information and accommodation links.

Family oriented event held in May and August at Amelia Family Campgrounds. Swimming, fishing, playground. All types of campers and groups welcome. Site provides links and area information.

On the shores of Lake Anna in Mineral, Virginia, this June festival offers many popular bluegrass acts, around the clock jamming, workshops and recreational activities on the lake. Schedule, directions, ticket and recreational information, and links to artists' home pages.

Annual Bluegrass Music Festival held the first Saturday of August each year at the Dewitt County Museum in Clinton, Illinois information page with times, prices and featured acts, plus links to related sites.

Annual September family event located in Western Pennsylvania. Map and directions, scheduled bands, camping, links to bands and organizations.

Held annually in July in Stevenson, Washington at the Skamania County Fairgrounds. Maps, tickets, registration, local accommodations, photo gallery, information requests and links.

Business offering campsite set-ups, ready to go at various large bluegrass festivals in the US. Email address, calendar of events, resources, pictures and frequently asked questions (FAQs).

This three-day family festival is held annually over the Labor Day weekend at the Salem County Fair Grounds in Woodstown, NJ. Ticket prices, history, photos, performers, schedule, location, campground and accommodations information.

Annual event held in mid-July in Sugar Grove, NC. In 1998 "Doc Watson Appreciation Day" commenced. In 2000 the event expanded to two days to accommodate fan interest. Schedule, photos, guest book, directions, prices and area links.

This festival is held in the Smoky mountains in Kodak, TN in September, rain or shine. Advance and gate ticket prices, e-mail contact, photos, performer links, map and directions.

The European Bluegrass Music Association (EBMA) coordinates the European World of Bluegrass, an annual series with over one-hundred concerts and events in May and June, centering on the EWOB Festival, Voorthuizen, Netherlands. Bluegrass history, photos, videos, sound-clips, band links, EWOB workshops and events.

A memorial to the Edale Bluegrass Festival, England's oldest and longest running bluegrass event, which had its final staging under that name in 2000. History, pictures, 2000 festival videos and recordings in the works, and URL for the 2001 Pickers' Paradise Festival, to be held in Uppermill near Oldham, UK.

A non-profit organization, EWOBA was born in 2001 and puts on a yearly event, held in different European locales. Photos, history, bylaws, band listings, contacts, past Awards winners, musical instruments, EWOB CDs, questionnaire, and a free membership application form.

Fairbanks, Alaska has both winter and summer music festival weekends, including bluegrass, folk and roots music, a "Band Scramble" contest, and other events. Artist profiles, contacts and links.

Four-day event held the second full weekend of May each year at Tripple Creek Music Campground in Rocky Mount VA. Many bands, food, electric camping, barn square dance and reunion shows. Schedule, photos, ticket ordering, mailing list and links.

This annual June event has two stages at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY, and has four days of pickin'. Schedule, photos, advance ticket rates, weather information, camping reservation contacts, and area attractions.

Three days of bluegrass and world music on four stages in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Floyd, VA. Workshops, food, free on-site camping, kids' activities, healing arts, biking and hiking. Site provides directions, links and contacts.

Early June and late September events at the farm in Alabama. Photos, directions, correspondence, email and phone contacts, and links.

Annual August family event held in Old Forge, NY, with music, workshops, children's activities, food, crafts and camping. Site provides schedule, photographs, tickets and contact information.

Musicians and family activities centering on Virginia folk culture. Banjo, fiddle, guitar, mandolin, autoharp, bass and dulcimer workshops. Food, clogging and dance presentations. Festival information, events, showcase workshops, vendors, children's activities, directions and links.

Annual May and August events in historic Gettysburg, PA. Ticket ordering, artist lineup, directions, FAQs, area attractions, vendor applications, camping and lodging information, news, mailing list, email contact and links.

Bluegrass gospel festival held in June in Colorado. Photos, schedule, and information on bands and other events in Colorado.

Three days of family-oriented bluegrass at Graves Mountain Lodge, located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Syria, VA. Outdoor activities include horseback riding, fishing, hiking, swimming, and jamming. Advance camping and ticket prices, band performance and Acutab workshop schedules, and year-round events.

Held each July on the Rothvoss Farm in Ancramdale, New York, this is the Northeastern festival formerly known as Winterhawk. Photos, directions, schedules, press releases, a discussion group, on-line vendor application, contests, events, amenities, area accommodations, camping and volunteer information, FAQs, and bluegrass links.

A Scotland picking festival, featuring international, Scottish and British bands, with Friday and Saturday evening concerts, workshops and jamming, held in August in Guildtown, Perthshire. Camping, facilities, and B&B accommodations. Ticket prices, map, photos, events, bands, links, advertisements, and reviews from the British Bluegrass News (BBN).

Many events including a free two-day mid-March festival with workshops, jam sessions, children's programs and exhibits. Calendar, stage schedule, vendor application, camping information and links.

A large family festival held each June in Victorville, CA, with camping, circus, games, crafts, and contests. Online tickets, directions, band schedule, media information, links, camping and lodging.

Annual September event held in Longford, Ireland, featuring Irish tenor and 5-string banjo picking styles. Workshops, sessions and concerts. Photos, guest book and links.

Annual event held in early June at the Kenlake State Resort Park in Aurora, Kentucky. Camping available. Photos, band links, audio links, streaming audio web cast, and recent Kentucky events.

Annual indoor winter event in eastern North Carolina. Schedule, photos, directions, advance ticket ordering, accommodations, and band links.

Traditional family festival held Labor Day weekend at the Douglas, Wyoming State Fairgrounds. Over 500 RV sites with hot showers and permanent facilities. Advance ticket sales. Children under 14 free with paying adult. Food concessions, arts & crafts, camping. Directions, email contacts, artist and bluegrass links.

Annual two-day June festival in the Laurel Highlands of western Pennsylvania. Tickets, camping, schedule, bands, directions and links.

The Lonesome River Band host this annual April event on the Suwannee River in northern Florida. Band lineup, schedule, dates, camping details, ticket information and links.

An annual three-day mid-July food and music event, located in Fort Fairfield, Maine. Directions, schedule, maps, ticket and store information.

Mid-June festival on scenic Chautauqua Lake at Lakeside Park, Mayville, NY. National and regional bands, contests and workshops. Map, artist links, email and phone contacts.

Held annually each April in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, this Americana festival offers traditional, bluegrass, folk, gospel, blues, Cajun, old-time, jazz, and Celtic music genres. Artists and schedules, pictures, ticket information, mailing list, discussion board, map, and links.

Some photos from Merlefest.

Organization devoted to traditional acoustic music holds annual event just before Labor Day at the Harrison County Fairgrounds in Missouri Valley, Iowa. Seven days of roots music performed on twelve different stages. Directions, related events and contact information.

Three-day August event held in Chillicothe, Ohio. Includes photos, maps, and information on weather, camping, volunteering and festival activities.

This mid-June festival is held in Hotchkiss, CO, and features traditional and contemporary bluegrass, instrument and vocal workshops, jams, vendors and luthiers from the region. Concerts are held in a shaded park. Rough RV camping and shaded tent camping are available in the Delta County Fairgrounds. Festival and business links.

A bluegrass and family attraction in the scenic Northern Neck area of Virginia. Offers camping, fishing, swimming, bicycling, hayrides and picking. History, calendar, directions, band schedule, ticket prices, accommodations, rates, package deals, area attractions, feedback and links.

"Out Among the Stars" is the Grillbillies' annual festival, held July 4th weekend at the Rodeo Grounds in Benton, Pennsylvania. Thursday Pig Roast and discounts at Grillbillie Hall. Performer links, message board, booking, advance tickets, vendor and volunteer contacts by phone and email.

An annual event held each October within walking distance of Guthrie, with camping and RV hook-ups. Artist roster, schedule, ticket, advance ticket and volunteer information, photos, accommodations, maps, discussion page, guest book, mailing list and links.

A three-day traditional festival held outdoors and indoors in Grand Junction, CO. Jams, workshops, Sunday Gospel, children's program, and emerging artists' showcase. Camping, RV's, special hotel rates, advance ticket discounts, and half-price admission for teens with parents. Children under 12 free. Mail, email, toll-free phone orders and information.

Three-days in mid-July at Eagles Family Recreation Park, Bellefontaine, Ohio. Ticket and camping information. Advance ticket sales, artist links, video and mp3s.

Three-day annual event held the last weekend of August in Winston, Oregon, featuring northwest bands, workshops and jam sessions. Tickets, schedule, camping, events, concessions, volunteers, photos and band information.

Summer outdoor concert series in New Hampshire featuring local amateur and regional performers, including bluegrass, folk, country, blues, gospel, jazz and crossover styles. Shows are broadcast on regional cable access channels. Email, directions and links.

Annual Maine event in late July. New England Flat Picking and Banjo Championships, several stages, plus an open stage, dance tent, workshops, prizes, vendors, camping and RV hook-ups. FAQs, advance ticket sales, prices, photos, band biographies, contests, contacts, schedule, directions and links.

Three-day festival held in early May at the Kansas Coliseum Indoor Pavilion in Park City, with indoor and outdoor jamming areas, camping, plus self-sufficient and full service RV parking. General information numbers, area motels, advance tickets and a mailing list.

A non-profit, all-day festival featuring an eclectic mix of musical styles including bluegrass, Irish, Cajun, blues, swing, country, roots rock, and old-timey. Advance ticket sales, festival rules and services, camping and lodging information, directions and email contact.

Home page for the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Rocky Mountain Bluegrass Festival (RockyGrass), Rocky Mountain Folks Festival, and Song School (a songwriters' summit), all in Colorado. Music downloads of favorite Telluride artists, tickets, CDs and online merchandise.

This September family festival in Morehead, Kentucky (Rowan County) offers showcases and main stage acts, with free admission for children 12 and under. Activities include fishing, hiking, horseback trail-riding, sightseeing and jamming. Discussion group, mailing list (with free raffle entry), prizes, photos, FAQs, how to showcase, volunteer forms, directions, camping and vendor information, and links.

Held in August on the Tar River in Franklin County, North Carolina, this festival offers both shade, space and plenty of picking, and is one of bluegrass's newest family-style gatherings. Email address, photos, guidelines, schedule, directions, ticket and camping information.

Annual event held the first weekend in July, sponsored by the PEI Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Society. Contacts and links to artists and venues.

Commemorating the life and music of banjo legend Don Reno, this annual festival, hosted by the Reno Brothers, is held indoors at the historic Center Theater in Hartsville, South Carolina, with performances, instrument workshops, outdoor parking-lot picking, showcase and special events around town. Ticket and limited RV reservations, maps, parking, lodging and discount information.

Two solid days of bluegrass and acoustic Americana in January 2005 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland, Oregon. Hotel and ticket reservations, jamming, schedule, band links.

Held in Roanoke, VA, this is a three-day, hands-on learning event at which pickers study with banjo, mandolin and guitar masters. Photos, travel information, schedules, online registration, and email contacts. Hosted and organized by AcuTab Publications and Flatpicking Guitar Magazine.

A week long celebration of bluegrass and old-time music held in July in Roanoke, VA. Concerts, workshops and roundtable discussions, banjo and fiddle competitions, cash prizes, donations and scholarships. Site provides artist links, ticket, vendor and travel information, email, press and marketing contacts, and FAQs

Featuring bands throughout the mid-west and central United States, this is a family event, handicap accessible, with children's activities. Workshops, photos, and map. Salt River also sponsors other festivals celebrating many kinds of music.

A week-long event in early February, featuring different artists each night in many venues in San Francisco and its neighboring communities. Email, lineup, links to the Northern California Bluegrass Society, artists, and calendar of bluegrass and old-time events in the Bay area.

Held each August in a densely wooded area near Jetmore, Kansas, not far from Dodge City, this family event has performances and instrument workshops, including how to play the saw. Activities include buggy rides, games, arts & crafts, blacksmith and a cider press. Mail-order tickets, artist, camping, lodging and travel information.

Held in early June at State Fair Park in Lincoln, NE, this event has a covered festival stage, full-service campground, tent sites and a free shuttle. Band schedule, artist profiles, weather, directions, ticket prices, telephone and email contacts.

Five-day Americana festival with 300 shows on twelve stages, held in February in Mercedes, Texas, in the Rio Grande Valley, with bluegrass, country, folk, Texas Swing, western, religious, Mariachi and Tejano music. Picking and tortilla throwing contests, arts & crafts, folkloric dancers, booths, jamming, showers, camping, RV service, and free biscuits and gravy breakfast. Profits go to scholarships. Contact information and guest book.

Annual March two-day event held in Paris, Texas by the Red River Valley Bluegrass Club. News, band links, photos, clubs and associations.

Two eclectic bluegrass festivals take place over the Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends at Camp Mather, Yosemite, CA, offering family activities including musical performances, story-telling, arts & crafts, and jamming. No pets, ground or charcoal fires. Announcements, ticket information, maps, weather forecasts, lineups, set lists, message board and feedback.

Four-day family festival held the last weekend of May in Preston, CT. Outdoor amphitheater, jamming, recreational and athletic facilities for all ages, including swimming pool and sauna. Camping, RV storage, services and on-site deliveries. Advance ticket sales, rates and reservations, maps, band links, FAQs, information by email and toll-free number.

June and August events in Lawrence County Tennessee with music, dancing, crafts, instrument vendors, contests, food, camping and RV hook-ups. Directions, phone number and links.

Family oriented event organized by Suwannee Valley Leagues, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing recreational activities for area youth. Schedule, map, tickets, directions, artist links, lodging and vendor applications.

Four summer days in Alaska with 20 hours of bluegrass and roots music every day. Talkeetna offers camping, jamming, and a variety of artist and crafts booths. Kids over 65 and under 12 are free. Email and phone contacts, history, rules, booking and vendor information.

Telluride Tom has some of his personal recordings (on sound files) and photos.

Overview of bluegrass and acoustic music festivals. Geographic listings, humor, instrument makers and links.

The American Roots Music Show comprises the Peach & Grass bluegrass festival and a free roots music series held every Sunday afternoon at The Music Store in San Francisco, CA. Band line-up and schedule, bookings, phone and email contacts,

The VBCMF Festival is held in April and September each year at the George Winn Memorial Park in Egerton, VA. Band line-up, artist links, directions, membership information and virtual tour.

Held annually on Labor Day weekend in Brunswick, Maine, overlooking Thomas Bay, this long-running festival offers a band competition (cash prize), a huge roster of bands, non-stop jamming, crafts and artist workshops, Martin guitar raffle, vendors, camping, and free parking for day trippers. Ticket ordering and camping information, band contest applications, directions, weather information and rules.

Dates and locations of bluegrass festivals in the United States.

Held annually since 1961 in southern California, this old-time and bluegrass May event at the Paramount Ranch features four stages with over 100 contestants, professional bands, folk dancing and singing, jamming, folk arts booths, National Parks exhibits and children's crafts. Schedule, band bios, photos, vendor and volunteer information, FAQ, telephone hotline and email contacts.

"Winfield" is held each September in Kansas and is famous for its picking and fiddling contests and champions, with contestants from all over the world vying for top honors. Four official (performance) and two unofficial (walk-on and jamming) stages. Schedule, media information, rules, contest rules, maps, archives, camping, vendor and special event information, plus linking options.

Memories and photographs from past years, FAQ, weather information and archives, maps of campgrounds with links to Winfield (town) and other festivals.

Enjoy camping, picking and hanging out hardy bluegrassers. Wooville history, legends, photo gallery, preview, and a link to the official site. A fans' and pickers' haven devoted to those who like to pick and camp in the pines.

Wheaties Online unofficial site about the Wheatland Music Organization and their event in Remus, Michigan, held the weekend after Labor Day. Photos, forum, chat room, guest book and links.

Held indoors in Tacoma, WA, this mid-February event has many headliners, five stages, fifty workshops, dances, kids' activities, open mics and jamming. Ticket information, contact, travel, hotel and surprises.

Three days of roots-oriented Americana music, both contemporary and traditional, on four stages at the foot of the Berkshires in east-central New York State. Overview and history, past performers, maps, contact, lodging, ticket and volunteer information.

Featuring northern California bluegrass bands, "Kids on Bluegrass," and a "Band Scramble," this family festival is held indoors in November at the Yolo County Fairgrounds in Woodland, CA. Highlights from official CD, band lineup, attendees' comments, pictures, weather, email and California Bluegrass Association link.

North West England's annual festival, complete with workshops, jamming, novice sessions, children's entertainment, a band competition, contests and prizes, held each July in Silsden, West Yorkshire. Camping, caravan hook-ups, facilities, a "Real Ale" bar and a good restaurant. Ticket prices, bands and reviews from the British Bluegrass News (BBN).