Oregon Bluegrass Association

Fire & Stone at the Laurelthirst
2025-07-06 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Laurelthirst Public House, 2958 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR, United States
Fine bluegrass matinee show for the whole family!
ALL AGES WELCOME

dadweed at Fort George Brewing
2025-07-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Fort George Brewery, 1483 Duane Street, Astoria, OR, 97103
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 vocal harmonies and virtuosic instrumentation, dadweed strives to redefine what’s possible in bluegrass. The trio has toured throughout the west coast since 2024, appearing at festivals, venues, and private events. dadweed released their first EP in Summer 2024 and will continue to release new singles throughout 2025.

Sunday Night Bluegrass at the Showdown featuring Fog Holler
2025-07-06 20:00 - 22:00 | The Showdown, 1195 Powell Blvd., Portland, OR, 97202, United States
Fog Holler is a bluegrass band with an edge. What gives them that edge is a topic of hot debate. For some, it’s musicianship – these bluegrass cats shred. For others, it’s the songwriting, traditional in style but topical in substance. Sometimes, they undeniably snare people with the squad factor – folks see 4 grown adults in matching monochrome, and they get curious. The secret, according to Fog Holler, is simply that they write and play bluegrass in 2024, with similar intention but very different context from the genre’s originators. Inspired by a range of influences from The Stanley Brothers to Buck Owens to Meshuggah, Fog Holler breathes fresh life into well worn forms like the murder ballad and the power waltz. Described by two-time Grammy Award Winner Cathy Fink as “The next generation of the many shades of grass”, Fog Holler’s captivating tunes and coordinated outfits are quickly enthralling longtime bluegrass fans and newcomers alike.

Thunder Island Bluegrass/Old-time Acoustic Music Jam
2025-07-07 17:00 - 20:00 | Thunder Island Brewing Company, 601 NE Wanapa St, Cascade Locks 97014, OR, 97014, United States
We’re here to have fun and share acoustic bluegrass and old-time music with friends. Bring your guitar, banjo, fiddle, mandolin, dobro, bass, ukulele, or other traditional acoustic instruments and show us your stuff on a song or a tune.

Tuesday String Band EVERY TUESDAY @ Gilgamesh Brewing: The River
2024-09-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Gilgamesh Brewing, 370 S Main St., Independence, OR, 97351, 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 – dancing and generous tipping are both encouraged 🙂

Jackstraw at the Laurelthirst
2025-07-08 18:00 - 20:00 | 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!

McMinnville Bluegrass Jam
2024-09-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Mazatlan Grill, 2714 NE Highway 99W, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
Weekly Bluegrass Jam in McMinnville Oregon. Acoustic Jam, all levels welcome. Plenty of room for all who are interested.

Bend: Pine Forest Grange Community Jam – Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday 7:00 – 9:00 pm
2024-10-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Pine Forest Grange, 63214 Boyd Acres Rd., Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Acoustic instruments only, no amplification. Instruments must be tuned. Everyone must be supportive of other musicians’ efforts.
The Pine Forest Grange has ample room for jamming and listeners. Pine Forest Grange is a drug, alcohol and tobacco free facility.
For further information, please contact: Becky Brown and Verda Hinkle 541-318-7341 or email: hinklebrown@bendbroadband.com

Book Pub Regulars at Rose City Book Pub
2024-09-17 19:00 - 21:30 | Rose City Book Pub, 1329 NE Fremont St., Portland, OR, 97212, United States
The Book Pub Regulars play every other Tuesday at the Rose City Book Pub from 7-9:30 pm. Hard, fast and earnest.

Bluegrass & Brews
2024-09-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Tomorrow’s Verse Taproom, 4605 NE Fremont St. #103, Portland, OR, 97213, United States
Join us every Tuesday at 7:00 PM for our weekly “Bluegrass & Brews” bluegrass jam at Tomorrow’s Verse Taproom in Portland, Oregon! 🎶🍻 Whether you’re a seasoned picker or just love toe-tapping tunes, our talented local musicians will have you grinning from ear to ear. Sip on a variety of local brews while enjoying the lively atmosphere. Located at 4605 NE Fremont St, Portland, OR 97213, Tomorrow’s Verse Taproom is a music lover’s haven, complete with vinyl record days, trivia, and live streams. Come on down and make some memories! 🤗🎵

PDXtremely Relaxed Bluegrass Jam 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month
2024-09-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Woodland Park Baptist Church, 11375 NE Halsey St., Portland, OR, 97220, United States
2nd and 4th Wednesdays each month. 6-8 p.m. Woodland Park Baptist Church, 11375 NE Halsey
Come help us Keep Portland Steered – in the direction of Bill Monroe and the Stanleys, that is. Everyone is welcome who can sing a lick or grip a pick. We’re just about having fun doing tunes together.
Info: Larry at schlott2573@comcast.net

Wednesday Night Bluegrass Jam
2025-06-04 18:00 - 20:00 | Gratitude Brewing, 540 E 8th Ave, Eugene, OR, 97401, United States
1st and 3rd Wednesdays at Oakshire Commons in Springfield
2nd and 4th Wednesdays at Gratitude Brewing in Eugene
6:00-8:00pm
Hosted by Corwin Bolt & Friends

Whiskey Deaf Duet at Columbia Farms
2025-07-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Columbia Farms, 21024 NW Gillihan Rd., Portland, OR, 97231
Whiskey Deaf Duet – Annie Staninec and John Kael, are a Portland, Oregon, U.S. duo with a passion for finding lesser-known tunes.

True North Duo at Canon Beach "Buskers in the Park" Concert Series
2025-07-10 17:00 - 18:30 | Canon Beach City Park, N. Spruce Street & E 2nd Street, Canon Beach, OR, 97110
This is going to be a great show in Canon Beach. We’re proud to be part of a great lineup. Check out this link for more information: https://www.cannonbeach.org/event/buskers-in-the-park-2025-season-concerts-in-city-park/2228/ Come and see us, it’s free!
Canon Beach City Park : City Park Band Stand – off Spruce and 2nd Streets

Waltz Brewing Bluegrass Jam
2024-11-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Waltz Brewing, 1900 A Street, Forest Grove, OR, 97116
Bluegrass jam each Thursday 6-9pm at Waltz Brewing located at 1900 A Street in Forest Grove. Check out ForestGroveBluegrass on Facebook for announcements and schedule updates.

The Steeldrivers at Topaz Farm
2025-07-10 18:30 - 21:00 | Topaz Farm, 17100 NW Sauvie Island Rd, Portland, OR, OR
Grammy Award-winning The SteelDrivers bring their signature “bluegrass soul” to the farm, blending bluegrass, blues, country, and rock. Don’t miss this evening of electrifying, foot-stomping sound under the summer sky!
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and soak in live music, surrounded by the natural beauty of Sauvie Island and the farm’s wildflowers, animals, and u-pick fields. Come early to enjoy fresh-grilled farm food and local craft beer, cider, and more!

The County Fools at the Muddy Rudder
2025-07-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Laurelthirst Public House, 2958 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR, United States
If you were to bump into a member of the County Fools in the real world – walking the streets of Portland, kicked back on a barstool, or wandering in a hayfield – you might think to yourself “Hey, these are some good timin’ guys. There’s not a serious thing about these fellas. They’re just foolin’ around!” But friend, you’d soon come to realize that there is one thing that The Fools take very seriously: the great tradition of Bluegrass music.
The County Fools’ sound and sensibility is deeply rooted in that rich American dirt first tilled by the founders – folks like the Stanley Brothers, Flatt and Scruggs, and Bill Monroe – and further shaped by the great second generation of bluegrass musicians. Continuing this tradition with reverence and creativity, and playing this music as it’s meant to be played, is the spirit that guides the County Fools each time they step up to the mic.

Sawtooth and Sons at the White Eagle Saloon
2025-07-10 20:00 - 22:00 | White Eagle Saloon, 836 N Russell Street, Portland, OR, 97227
Sawtooth and Sons is a newer group originating in Yamhill County, but their roots go way back. The ‘Sawtooth Mountain Boys’ were one of the first traditional bluegrass bands in Oregon. They performed and played together from the 1960’s to the early 2000’s. Recently, two of the members from the original band, joined with their sons to form “Sawtooth and Sons”.
The band comprises Hal Spence (guitar/banjo/bass) and his son Andrew Spence (guitar/banjo); Rollie Champe (mandolin/guitar/bass) and his son Brette Champe (mandolin/guitar/bass).
7:30pm doors, 8pm show / 21 and over

Lost River Bluegrass Festival
2025-07-11 - 2025-07-13 | OR
The 7th Annual Lost River Bluegrass Festival is a family friendly event held in the small town of Merrill Oregon. Along with some great bands, there will be arts and craft vendors, food trucks, beer garden, firemen’s breakfast and pie and ice cream social. This years bands are The Edgar Louidermilk Band, Alan Sibley & The Magnolia Ramblers, The Western Flyers featuring Redd Volkaert, The Arizona Wildflowers, Chris Cerna and Bluegrass Republic, The Central Valley Boys, The Stukel Mountain Stranglers and more! It only costs $25 for all three days with kids 12 and under free. There is also daily pricing. Come camp with us for only $10 a day. It will be held July 11-13 with the free show on the 10th to thank all our friends for supporting us. You’re not going to find a more welcoming and affordable festival than The Lost River Bluegrass Festival! Please go to our website which will be updated about the middle of February and see what awaits you. Can’t wait to seeyou!

Doublewide at Sister Depot Outdoor Stage
2025-07-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Sisters Depot, 250 W Cascade Ave, Sisters, OR, 97759
DoubleWide is a fun and folksy Americana duo based in Sisters, Oregon consisting of husband and wife team Sue and Rick Moore. Sue plays guitar, bass, and fiddle. Rick plays mandolin and guitar. They weave their original music and cover tunes together with lots of traditional and soulful harmonies, and darn good pickin’.

Rogue Moon at One Horse Tavern
2025-07-11 17:00 - 19:00 | One Horse Tavern, 300 Front Street, Gaston, OR
Acoustic music from the Great Northwest.

Rogue Moon at Sherwood Farmers Market
2025-07-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Sherwood Saturday Market, 22622 SW Pine St, Sherwood, OR, United States

Sunny Sky Boys at the Umpqua Valley Farmer’s Market in Roseburg – Second Saturday Every Month
2024-09-14 10:30 - 12:30 | Umpqua Valley Farmers Market, 1771 West Harvard, Roseburg, OR, 97471, 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, and Western Swing music. Special guests often sit in with them on bass, fiddle, banjo and/or vocals.
Open every Saturday, year-round, 9 am -1 pm. Produce, plants, artisan crafts, soaps, jams, hummus, kombucha, handmade pottery, local honey, jewelry, food, baked goods, woodworking, candles, soaps, spices, flowers, all produced in & around Douglas County. Local producers come together every Saturday at this family event that promotes thinking locally and supporting your neighbors. Umpqua Valley Farmers Market was voted 2021’s Outstanding Large Market by the Oregon Farmers Market Association. That’s impressive, considering that Oregon has 113 Farmers’ Markets in 136 locations, 5900 vendors, and 3.4 million visits!

Open Weekly Bluegrass Jam
2024-10-19 11:00 - 14:00 | Covert Café, 803 se 82nd Avenue, Portland, OR, 97216, United States
Join us for a laid back afternoon of pickin’ & strummin’ with your friends & family at this all-ages weekly get together! And “fret” not – we serve breakfast, lunch & dinner all day long, along with our full service bar.

Ross Island Ramblers at the Mississippi Ave Street Fair
2025-07-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Stem Wine Bar, 3920 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR, 97227
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 hot fiddle of Olivia Horgan, melodic mandolin of Rollie Champe and the rock-solid bass of Michelle Traver, all with fun and flair!

Knuckle Grease Station at Salmonberry Trail Foundation Celebration
2025-07-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Waterfront Park, 500 Marine Dr, Wheeler, OR, 97147
Join The Salmonberry Trail in our exciting ground breaking event at Waterfront Park in Wheeler!

We will have local vendors, music, games, and a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the beginning of this coastal section of the trail.
July 12th, 1PM – 5PM
Waterfront Park (500 Marine Dr, Wheeler, OR 97147)

Knuckle Grease Station – Based in Northwest Oregon, Knuckle Grease Station plays bluegrass standards, cover tunes and originals and can turn any gathering into a foot stomping good time. Knuckle Grease Station is Joel Correia on guitar, Bill Dolan on mandolin, Hannah Dondy-Kaplan on banjo and Robert Lefebvre on acoustic bass.

Tuesday String Band at High Water Grill
2025-07-12 15:00 - 18:00 | High Water Grill, 215 N Water St, Silverton, OR, 97381, United States
The boys are returning to High Water Grill! This Silverton staple is a hub for culture and great food. In the warmer months you can enjoy music at the outdoor stage where there is plenty of shaded seating and a crafters market! In the colder months, the music is moved to a cozy indoor setting. You can’t miss this stunning two-story glass-paneled building in the middle of Silverton’s bustling downtown. We’ll see you there!

Mountaintop Sound Band at the Miners' Bazaar
2025-07-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Miners’ Bazaar, 235 East California Street, Jacksonville, OR, 97530
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 musicians Steven Swift (Steve’s Art) and April McPherson (April’s Jewelry), they love jamming anywhere and with anyone. Come get your smile and dance on!

Sunny South at Threshold Brewing
2025-07-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Threshold Brewing, 403 SE 79th Ave, Portland, OR, 97215
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 Johnson (bass) and Nancy Padilla (fiddle). Sunny South is an experienced band, both professional and comfortable on the stage.

Whiskey Deaf at the Sellwood Summer Music Series
2025-07-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Moreland Presbyterian Church, 1814 SE Bybee Blvd., Portland, OR, 97202
Bring a chair, pick up dinner at one of our great neighborhood restaurants or carts, and enjoy a delightful summer evening! This year all of the concerts will be held in the parking lot of Moreland Presbyterian Church at SE 19th & Bybee Blvd. (three blocks east of SE Milwaukie Ave.)
