Welcome to your weekly guide to bluegrass music! This week brings 118 shows across 39 states, featuring everything from intimate listening rooms to major festivals. Whether you're looking for a local show or planning a bluegrass road trip, we've got you covered.
The Big Picture
This week's bluegrass scene is incredibly active, with an average of 20 shows per day. North Carolina leads the pack with 14 events, followed closely by California (11) and Colorado (11). The Southeast region dominates with 38 shows, but every corner of the country has something happening.
Can't Miss Shows
Old Crow Medicine Show at the Grand Ole Opry
Saturday, February 28 | Nashville, TN
The beloved folk-bluegrass band returns to the Opry stage for what promises to be a memorable performance. Old Crow Medicine Show's blend of traditional and contemporary sounds makes them perfect for the Opry's storied stage.
Steep Canyon Rangers at Orpheum Theatre
Saturday, February 28 | Minneapolis, MN
Steve Martin's longtime collaborators bring their Grammy-winning sound to Minneapolis. The Steep Canyon Rangers have evolved from traditional bluegrass to a more progressive sound while maintaining their roots.
Chris Thile: Four-Show California Run
Wednesday through Saturday | Arizona and California
The mandolin virtuoso and former Punch Brothers frontman tours the West Coast with solo performances. Catch him at venues from Scottsdale to San Luis Obispo for an intimate evening of world-class musicianship.
Bands on Tour
The Steel Wheels: Finishing Their Midwest Run
The Steel Wheels continue their impressive tour with six more shows this week, wrapping up their Midwest swing. Starting Tuesday in Chicago, they'll hit Wisconsin, Ohio, and finish Sunday in Athens, OH.
Tour Dates:
- Tuesday, Feb 24: Fitzgerald's, Berwyn, IL
- Wednesday, Feb 25: Vivarium, Milwaukee, WI
- Thursday, Feb 26: The Bur Oak, Madison, WI
- Friday, Feb 27: Woodlands Tavern, Columbus, OH
- Saturday, Feb 28: G.A.R. Hall, Peninsula, OH
- Sunday, Mar 1: Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium, Athens, OH
The Infamous Stringdusters: Mountain West Tour
The progressive bluegrass pioneers continue their Western tour with five shows from Idaho to Colorado. Their Saturday performance at WinterWonderGrass in Steamboat Springs will be a festival highlight.
Sister Sadie: Northeast Swing
The all-female supergroup wraps up their Northeast tour with five shows from New York to Vermont. Don't miss their Sunday performance at the legendary Caffe Lena in Saratoga Springs.
Regional Highlights
Southeast (38 shows)
The bluegrass heartland delivers strong this week, with North Carolina leading at 14 shows. Tennessee adds 9 shows including Old Crow Medicine Show at the Opry. Virginia contributes 7 shows, including Shadowgrass's tour stop in Roanoke.
West (27 shows)
California and Colorado tie for 11 shows each, making the West a bluegrass hotspot this week. WinterWonderGrass continues in Steamboat Springs, while California hosts Chris Thile, Sam Grisman Project, and Jordan Tice on tour.
Midwest (26 shows)
Ohio leads the Midwest with 8 shows, including The Steel Wheels' tour stops. Illinois adds 7 shows, featuring Dailey & Vincent and Yonder Mountain String Band.
Northeast (15 shows)
Sister Sadie dominates the Northeast with multiple tour stops. New York, Connecticut, Vermont, and New Hampshire all host shows this week.
Southwest (5 shows)
Kitchen Dwellers brings progressive bluegrass to Texas with shows in Dallas and Austin, while also hitting Oklahoma City and Santa Fe.
Day by Day
Saturday, February 28 (44 shows)
The week's biggest day features Old Crow Medicine Show at the Opry, Steep Canyon Rangers in Minneapolis, and WinterWonderGrass in Steamboat Springs. With 44 shows nationwide, Saturday offers something for everyone.
Friday, February 27 (37 shows)
Friday brings 37 shows including The Infamous Stringdusters in Salt Lake City, Chris Thile in Berkeley, and Yonder Mountain String Band in Milwaukee. A perfect night to catch live bluegrass.
Sunday, March 1 (11 shows)
Sunday winds down the week with Sister Sadie at Caffe Lena, The Steel Wheels in Athens, OH, and Kruger Brothers in West Jefferson, NC.
Hidden Gems
Don't overlook these smaller shows that might surprise you:
- Jordan Tice at St. Mary's by-the-Sea (Sunday, Pacific Grove, CA): Intimate church concert with exceptional acoustics
- Thunder & Rain at The Treelawn (Sunday, Cleveland, OH): Rising regional band worth discovering
- Henhouse Prowlers at Blue Strawberry (Sunday, St. Louis, MO): Unique listening room experience
Festival Focus
Paluxy River Bluegrass Festival
Saturday, February 28 | Glen Rose, TX
Texas hosts the Paluxy River Bluegrass Festival featuring The Kody Norris Show. This regional festival showcases the Southwest's growing bluegrass scene.
Plan Your Week
With 118 shows across 39 states, this week offers incredible access to live bluegrass. Whether you're catching Old Crow Medicine Show at the Opry, following The Steel Wheels on tour, or discovering Chris Thile's solo work, there's never been a better time to experience bluegrass music.
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See you at the shows!