• Bluegrass and Butterflies

    Elkton Community Education Center 15850 State Highway 38 W, Elkton, OR, United States

    This is a three-day outdoor music festival held down at Fort Umpqua with dry camping available in the upper recreation field. The event features multiple bands, food trucks, products from local wineries & breweries, and vendors with eco-friendly, handmade, and wellness items. Visit Ticket Tomato for tickets and details. ————————–

  • Tuesday String Band at Art Bop Beer Co

    Art Bop Beer Co. 59 Talent Ave., Talent, OR, United States

    Tuesday String Band is excited to make their debut at Art Bop Beer Co as part of their mini-tour of Southern Oregon!

  • Never Come Down at the Ruins

    The Ruins 13 Railroad Street, Hood River, OR

    Weaving together modern and traditional styles of American music, Never Come Down is a Portland, Oregon-based band composed of Joe Suskind (guitar), Crystal Lariza (vocals), Lillian Sawyer (fiddle), and Kaden Hurst (mandolin). Their dedication to thoughtful songwriting and dynamic arrangements highlights polished technical skills and a commitment to listening to

  • Sunny Sky Boys at the Umpqua Valley Farmer’s Market in Roseburg – Second Saturday Every Month

    Umpqua Valley Farmers Market 1771 West Harvard, Roseburg, OR, United States

    Always on The Second Saturdays from 10:30 am-12:30 pm, The Sunny Sky Boys will be jammin’ on guitar and mandolin from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm at the Umpqua Valley Farmer’s Market! Award-winning guitarist Jerry Ashford & mandolinist Joe Ross play a lively variety of Hillbilly Jazz, Classic Country, Bluegrass Hoedown,

    Free
  • Ross Island Ramblers at Mount Tabor Community Fun Day

    Mount Tabor Seventh-day Adventist Church 1001 SE 60th Ave, Portland, OR

    Playing a mix of Bluegrass, old-time, classic country tunes and a few originals, the RIR are a soulful and high-energy blend of the best in traditional American folk music. The band features the sweet harmonies of Richard Melling (lead guitar and songwriter) and Karen McCracken (guitar and clawhammer banjo), the

  • Ash Creek at the Maplewood Music Festival

    Ash Creek explores the frontiers between bluegrass, folk, and traditional country music. We work hard to find songs that respect those traditions, but aren’t the same ol’ stuff. We like a good story, and a tune that veers where you don’t expect it, without giving you a case of whiplash.

  • Rogue Moon at the Historic Butteville Store

    Historic Butteville General Store 10767 Butte St NE, Aurora, OR, United States

    Rogue Moon, Acoustic Trio, Playing the Tunes of Merle Haggard, Bill Monroe, Jimmy Martin, Peter Rowan, The Grateful Dead, you know, the classics. Part of the Half Pint Brothers Saturday Night Dinner series. Visit the website for reservations.

  • Bluegrass at Multnomah Grange #71 features Sunny South and Slipshod

    Multnomah Grange 71 30639 SE Bluff RD, Gresham, OR, United States

    The Multnomah Grange #71 kicks off its 2025-26 season on Saturday, Sept 13 featuring Sunny South and Slipshod. The concert starts at 7pm but folks are encouraged to come when the doors open at 6pm for a bluegrass jam in the Grange lobby. A snack bar has hot dogs, home

    $5 – $15
  • Corral Creek Bluegrass at 503 Uncorked

    503 Uncorked 22578 SW Washington St, Sherwood, OR

    CORRAL CREEK has been described as hitting the stage like pigs out of a bog, must be the songs and laughter we share. Together 21 years and counting, Corral Creek has been asked to return to the same venues year after year to share songs and stories. Nothing like folks

  • True North Duo at Hayloft Concert Series

    Our favorite Salem venue and this year we get to share the show with our good friend Mary Flower. Come hear us in this unique, acoustically perfect setting. Contact sharon.hayloft@gmail.com for details.

  • The Rosa Lees at the Rosebud Theatre

    Rosebud Theater 663 SE Jackson St, Roseburg, OR

    The Rosa Lees hail from the hills of sunny Southern Oregon and trace a distinct line between their music and the vision of female bluegrass pioneers such as Hazel Dickens, Alice Gerrard, Rose Maddox, and beyond. At the forefront of their music lies an emphasis on closely blended harmonies, hard-charging

  • The Muddy Souls at Blairally Vintage Arcade

    Blairally Vintage Arcade 245 Blair Blvd, Eugene, OR

    The Muddy Souls are a leading progressive/jamgrass band based in Eugene, OR featuring original songs, virtuosic improvisation, tight vocal harmonies, and a high-octane groove that always has the dance floor bouncing. Formed in 2018, the band has four albums of completely original music, and has played nearly 300 concerts across

  • The Jamblers at Sherwood Saturday Market

    Sherwood Saturday Market 22622 SW Pine St, Sherwood, OR, United States

    The Jamblers play a blend of country, folk, bluegrass, classic rock, jazz, alt-indie, standards, originals & more - then jamble 'em together into our acoustic-style sound. Some call it "Americana," others "Variety." We just call it "Music," the kind everyone can enjoy.

  • Midshelf String Band at Unitarian Universalist Community Church

    Unitarian Universalist Community Church of Washington County 6815 NE Birch Street, Hillsboro, OR

    We're a Portland, Oregon based vocal forward, string band with roots in bluegrass, folk, Celtic, honky-tonk and folk-rock Americana. We really enjoy playing together and aim to bring fun and good times with us wherever we go!

  • Tuesday String Band EVERY TUESDAY @ Gilgamesh Brewing: The River

    Gilgamesh Brewing 370 S Main St., Independence, OR, United States

    Tuesday String Band is proud to have a residency at one of their favorite hometown brewpubs – Gilgamesh Brewing: The River! Beers are $1 off while the boys are on the stage pickin’, and there’s now a Taco Tuesday special as well! Come on out and bring some friends –

    Free
  • Tuesday String Band at Gilgamesh Brewing

    Gilgamesh Brewing 370 S Main St., Independence, OR, United States

    Join the boys of Tuesday String Band for their second year in residency at Gilgamesh Brewing: The River! This weekly show has grown into a well-attended celebration of musical community that’s made even sweeter by $1 off beers during the music and delicious grub from the Gilgamesh kitchen. Tuesday String

  • Bluegrass Open Mic at the Artichoke

    Bluegrass Open Mic at the Artichoke

    Artichoke Music 2007 SE Powell Blvd., Portland, OR, United States

    What: Come hear and play bluegrass/old-time/bluegrass-adjacent music! Whether you're a seasoned performer or new to the stage, we want to hear from you! Bring your band, your jam group, or put together a new one! Here's a great opportunity to perform on a professional stage in Portland's Premiere Listening Room

    $5 – $10
  • Slipshod at Cooper Mountain Aleworks

    Cooper Mountain Aleworks 12562 SW Main St, Tigard, OR, United States

    Slipshod is Matt Snook (dobro and banjo) and Steve Blanchard (guitar and mandolin). They met a number of years ago as part of the Northwest Bluegrass community and became fast friends and picking partners. They have similar musical styles, yet they draw on many different influences like Gordon Lightfoot, Norman

  • Sunny South at Haymaker Bar & Eatery

    Haymaker Bar & Eatery 1233 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR

    Wonderful food and drink options! Enjoy live music while dining in an intimate, cozy atmosphere. No cover Sunny South is one of the top bluegrass bands in the Portland, Oregon area, playing fiery bluegrass with tight harmonies and wonderful musicianship. Sunny South has played together in various configurations for over

  • Whiskey Deaf at the Muddy Rudder

    The Muddy Rudder Public House 8105 SE 7th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

    Whiskey Deaf performs bluegrass, old-time and early country, mostly drawn from early pioneers in the music, and brings to the stage many years of professional experience and skill. Their shows are always spontaneous, entertaining, and joyous, and feature exciting instrumental work and a unique repertoire of interesting songs and tunes.

  • Mountaintop Sound at Dos Mariposas Vineyard

    Dos Mariposas Vineyards 3976 Bellinger Ln, Medford, OR, United States

    Southern Oregon's friendliest Americana/Bluegrass band, Mountaintop Sound, creates a vibrant and uplifting musical experience. This eclectic group of musicians brings an unmistakable vocal harmony to the forefront, drawing inspiration from the lively spirit of Traditional Bluegrass, the heartfelt lyrics of Singer-Songwriters, and the relaxed, feel-good vibe of Jamgrass. Featuring founding

  • Dogwood June at Dave’s Tiny Deck Backyard Concert

    Dogwood June is a Portland based bluegrass band with a warm, easygoing energy that started the way all good things do in bluegrass: with a group of friends, a few stringed instruments, and a shared love for picking tunes on back porches and in living rooms. Please DM on instgram @dogwoodjunebluegrass

  • Back Up & Push at the Skyway Bar and Grill

    Skyway Bar and Grill 71545 E Highway 26, Zig Zag, OR

    Backup & Push is a 5 piece bluegrass band situated in Welches, Oregon. We play traditional bluegrass, and Americana music.

  • dadweed at Beachcrest Brewing Company

    Beachcrest Brewing Company 7755 N Highway 101, Gleneden Beach, OR

    dadweed is an acoustic trio based out of Portland, OR. Reimagining pickin' and thumpin' by blending elements of jazz/folk/pop/R&B within a traditional bluegrass lens, their sets explore a wide variety of styles and dynamics – with a focus on improvisation – showcasing both covers and originals. Leaning heavily into three-part

  • Tuesday String Band and Muddy Souls Duo at Sam Bonds Garage

    Sam Bond's Garage 407 Spore, Eugene, OR

    Tuesday String Band is made up of Western Oregon University (WOU) music students and alumni who are all dedicating their lives to careers in music. They love entertaining crowds with fast pickin’, witty banter, and string  band versions of songs from a wide variety of styles. The band plays upwards

  • Tuesday String Band at the Enchanted Forest

    Enchanted Forest 8462 Enchanted Way SE, Turner, OR

    The boys of Tuesday String Band are returning to bring some foot-stomping Bluegrass to the Enchanted Forest! This fantasy/storybook-themed park is a one-of-a-kind, family-friendly destination in the heart of the Willamette Valley, and TSB occasionally subs for their house band, Possibly Irish. Don't miss your favorite Monmouth pickers for several

  • Rogue Moon at the Sherwood Saturday Market

    Sherwood Saturday Market 22622 SW Pine St, Sherwood, OR, United States

    Rogue Moon, Acoustic Trio, Playing the Tunes of Merle Haggard, Bill Monroe, Jimmy Martin, Peter Rowan, The Grateful Dead, you know, the classics.

  • Josh Cole Band Bluegrass Matinee at the Laurelthirst

    Laurelthirst Public House 2958 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR, United States

    Josh Cole has been playing bluegrass in the Pacific Northwest for over 25 years. It started in the late 90s, when he first heard “Midnight Moonlight” from Old and In the Way. That moment forever bonded Josh to bluegrass music. He went on to serve as President of the Oregon

  • Free Range at Aurora Vineyards

    Aurora Vineyards 21338 Oak Lane NE, Aurora, OR

    Willamette Valley Vineyard, home to award-winning wines and food prepared by an superb chef. We hope you will spend a Saturday afternoon with us in a lovely setting. Free Range is a musical duo that's out to make sure its audiences enjoy every song. Drawing from bluegrass, country and folk

  • Ash Creek at the Historic Butteville Store

    Historic Butteville General Store 10767 Butte St NE, Aurora, OR, United States

    Ash Creek explores the frontiers between bluegrass, folk, and traditional country music. We try to stay right in the pocket of what we’re good at, which is good, solid acoustic music, meant to be listened to. Gene Alger plays banjo; Larry Ullman plays bass; Tim Howell plays guitar; Clayton Knight plays

  • Filthy Skillets at 48 North Pizzeria

    48 North Pizzeria 6500 S. Virginia Ave., Portland, OR, United States

    The Filthy Skillets are a Portland based bluegrass band hailing from around the globe. They put their own twist on Traditional Bluegrass, honoring the foundation while continuing to add their own flavor. The Filthy Skillets play everyone from original tunes to Bluegrass standards and their own interpretation of music from

  • Syco Billy’s Stringband at General Duffy’s Waterhole

    General Duffy's Waterhole 404 SW Forest Ave, Redmond, OR

    Syco Billy's are more than just a band; they are the embodiment of a musical movement that celebrates the timeless beauty of bluegrass while forging a path into uncharted territory. With their exceptional talent, camaraderie, and ability to ignite the stage, this 5-piece new grass string band promises an unforgettable

  • Whiskey Deaf at Big River Tap Room

    Big River Taproom 313 Strand Street, St Helens, OR

    Whiskey Deaf performs bluegrass, old-time and early country, mostly drawn from early pioneers in the music, and brings to the stage many years of professional experience and skill. Their shows are always spontaneous, entertaining, and joyous, and feature exciting instrumental work and a unique repertoire of interesting songs and tunes.

  • Josh Cole Band at McMenamin’s Edgefield Oktoberfest

    McMenamins Edgefield 2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale, OR

    Josh Cole has been playing bluegrass in the Pacific Northwest for over 25 years. It started in the late 90s, when he first heard “Midnight Moonlight” from Old and In the Way. That moment forever bonded Josh to bluegrass music. He went on to serve as President of the Oregon

  • dadweed at McMenamin’s Edgefield Oktoberfest

    McMenamins Edgefield 2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale, OR

    dadweed is an acoustic trio based out of Portland, OR. Reimagining pickin' and thumpin' by blending elements of jazz/folk/pop/R&B within a traditional bluegrass lens, their sets explore a wide variety of styles and dynamics – with a focus on improvisation – showcasing both covers and originals. Leaning heavily into three-part

  • Tuesday String Band EVERY TUESDAY @ Gilgamesh Brewing: The River

    Gilgamesh Brewing 370 S Main St., Independence, OR, United States

    Tuesday String Band is proud to have a residency at one of their favorite hometown brewpubs – Gilgamesh Brewing: The River! Beers are $1 off while the boys are on the stage pickin’, and there’s now a Taco Tuesday special as well! Come on out and bring some friends –

    Free
  • Jackstraw at the Laurelthirst

    Laurelthirst Public House 2958 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR, United States

    The Jackstraw boys return for their “2nd and 4th Tuesdays” regular bluegrass happy hour!

  • Fog Holler with dadweed at The Old Church

    TOC Portland 1422 SW 11th Ave., Portland, OR

    Join us at our Box Office Stage under the porte cochere at SW 11th Ave & Clay St for an evening of live music in the late-summer air! Our patio will be open with delicious snacks & local beverages. All-Ages as always. Bring your friends & help us celebrate the

    Free
  • Broken Compass Bluegrass at 7 Devils Brewing

    7 Devils Brewery 247 S. 2nd St., Coos Bay, OR

    Broken Compass Bluegrass emerged in 2021 and has quickly gained recognition for their tight arrangements, tasteful picking, and standout songwriting. Hailing from Northern California, the band features Kyle Ledson, Django Ruckrich, Mei Lin Heirendt, and Sam Jacobs. Though young in years, each member is a seasoned performer, accomplished multi-instrumentalist, and

  • Tray Wellington Band at the Showdown

    The Showdown 1195 Powell Blvd., Portland, OR, United States

    Banjo player Tray Wellington’s approach to the quintessential American instrument is all about looking forward. An International Bluegrass Music Association Award winner, Wellington is critically acclaimed not only for his technical prowess, but also for leveraging his unique point of view to craft a one-of-a-kind voice on the instrument. It’s

  • Broken Compass Bluegrass at the Rosebud Theater

    Rosebud Theater 663 SE Jackson St, Roseburg, OR

    Broken Compass Bluegrass emerged in 2021 and has quickly gained recognition for their tight arrangements, tasteful picking, and standout songwriting. Hailing from Northern California, the band features Kyle Ledson, Django Ruckrich, Mei Lin Heirendt, and Sam Jacobs. Though young in years, each member is a seasoned performer, accomplished multi-instrumentalist, and

  • Sunny South at the Muddy Rudder

    The Muddy Rudder Public House 8105 SE 7th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

    Sunny South is one of the top bluegrass bands in the Portland, Oregon area, playing fiery bluegrass with tight harmonies and wonderful musicianship. Sunny South has played together in various configurations for over 30 years. Founding members Mike Stahlman (banjo) and Dave Elliott (mandolin) are joined by Steve Reischman (guitar), Dee

  • Eight Dollar Mountain at Art Bop Beer Co.

    Art Bop Beer Co. 59 Talent Ave., Talent, OR, United States

    Southern Oregon’s own Eight Dollar Mountain has been delivering their high-energy take on bluegrass for over 15 years to audiences up and down the West Coast. Their hard-driving rhythm pulls you onto the dance floor, with a clear, purposeful sound reflecting the roots of mountain music, blues, and old time

  • Syco Billy’s at Waltz Brewing

    Waltz Brewing 1900 A Street, Forest Grove, OR

    Syco Billy's are more than just a band; they are the embodiment of a musical movement that celebrates the timeless beauty of bluegrass while forging a path into uncharted territory. With their exceptional talent, camaraderie, and ability to ignite the stage, this 5-piece new grass string band promises an unforgettable