Bluegrass fans, get ready for an incredible week of live music! With over 120 events spanning 35 states, this is shaping up to be one of the most exciting weeks in the world of bluegrass. From the rolling hills of the Southeast to the bustling cities of the Northeast, the genre's vibrant energy will be on full display.
Southeastern Stomp
The Southeast is once again leading the charge, with a remarkable 44 events taking place this week. Georgia tops the list with 16 shows, including the highly anticipated Savannah Music Festival. This year's lineup features powerhouse acts like Sierra Hull, Darrell Scott String Band, and the one-and-only Old Crow Medicine Show.
Florida is also bringing the heat with 13 events, including the Florida State Bluegrass Festival in Perry, where you can catch the talented Edgar Loudermilk. And don't miss The Barefoot Movement as they take the stage at the Friends of Boca Grande Community Center.
Northeast Notables
The Northeast is proving to be a hotbed of bluegrass activity, with 24 events scheduled this week. In Pennsylvania, keep an eye out for Trish Plays Bass, who will be gracing the stage at the Saxon Inn in Natrona Heights and the Calliope House Inc. in Pittsburgh.
Over in Virginia, the iconic Della Mae will be performing at the Birchmere in Alexandria, while in New York, the talented Jacob Jolliff Band takes the stage at Joe's Pub in the city that never sleeps.
And in Vermont, the one and only Chris Thile will be captivating audiences at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts in Burlington.
Midwest Marvels and Western Wonders
The Midwest is also getting in on the bluegrass action, with 17 events happening this week. In Ohio, keep an eye out for Vern McIntyre's Appalachian Grass as they perform at Miami University in Oxford and the Famous Old Time Music Co. in Hamilton.
Meanwhile, in the West, the Waddington Brothers will be taking the stage at the WMSCC - Bakken Ridge in Williston, North Dakota, and the Chicken Wire Empire will be rocking the Dee's Country Cocktail Lounge in Madison, Tennessee.
And let's not forget the Southwest, where Thunder & Rain will be lighting up the stage at The 5 Spot in Nashville, Tennessee.
With so much incredible bluegrass music happening this week, the only question is: how will you fit it all in? Head over to GrassGigs.com to browse the full schedule and start planning your bluegrass-filled week.