Oregon Bluegrass Association

dadweed Live at the Rosebud
2025-10-10 19:00 - 23:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rosebud Theater, 663 SE Jackson St, Roseburg, OR, 97470
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.
$15 / 21+ / Doors 7pm, Show 8pm / Bluegrass, Americana

Sunny Sky Boys at the Umpqua Valley Farmer’s Market in Roseburg – Second Saturday Every Month
2025-10-11 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
2025-10-11 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.

Rogue Moon at Plumper Farms Pumpkin Patch
2025-10-11 11:00 - 14:00 | Plumper Farms, 11435 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd, Portland, OR, 97231
Acoustic music from the Great Northwest.

Sawtooth & Sons at Heiser Farms Pumpkin Patch
2025-10-11 12:00 - 15:00 | Heiser Farm, 21425 SE Grand Island Loop, Dayton, OR, 97114
Traditional Bluegrass music from an assembly of Northwest Oregon musicians.

Thunder Ridge at Bi-Zi Farms
2025-10-11 14:00 - 17:00 | Bi-Zi Farms, 9504 NE 119th St., Vancouver, WA, 98662
Thunder Ridge is a straight-ahead bluegrass band from Portland, OR. The traditional five-piece band is made up of banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass and fiddle. They will steal your heart with hard driving vocal harmonies and instrumentals. Allow them to take you down a path of yesteryear with a good old fashioned sound inspired by the masters of bluegrass, and sprinkled with a few originals!

The Rosa Lees at Dunbar Farms
2025-10-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Dunbar Farms, 2881 Hillcrest Rd, Medford, OR, 97504
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 rhythms, and lyrically potent songs. Their repertoire mingles elements of traditional bluegrass with traces of old-time fiddle and banjo tunes, classic country, old-world Celtic music, and gospel. They prioritize songs with meaning and a strong turn of phrase, working to fuse all these ingredients into the original songs that punctuate their sets.
Audiences consistently rave about the distinct blend of their vocal harmonies and instrumental acuity, not to mention their playful on-stage demeanor. The Rosa Lees are Rachel Buklad on banjo, Jessie Monter on fiddle, Holly Hurley on bass, and Bekkah McAlvage on guitar.

Bluegrass at the Multnomah Grange #71 - featuring: Josh Cole and Bean Water
2025-10-11 18:00 - 21:30 | Multnomah Grange 71, 30639 SE Bluff RD, Gresham, OR, United States
Doors open at 6 pm for jam. Show starts at 7 pm.
Suggested cash donation: $15 adults, $5 kids under 12.
Snacks and non-alcoholic drinks for sale.
For more info: www.facebook.com/MultnomahGrange71

Eight Dollar Mountain with Bekkah McAlvage at Cedarwood Barn
2025-10-11 18:00 - 22:00 | Cedarwood Barn, 7912 Wagner Creek Road, Talent, OR, 97540, United States
Eight Dollar Mountain – 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 country. The seasoned quartet weaves together a compelling blend of original music, traditional tunes, and fun cover songs, all with a fresh, dynamic approach that’s uniquely their own. Eight Dollar Mountain sounds familiar, like the tunes coming from grandpa’s back porch, yet their energy carries the bluegrass tradition into the 21st century.
Bekkah McAlvage plays relentlessly, traveling to far flung mountain and coastal towns throughout the region both as a solo performer and with the all-women bluegrass band she performs with, The Rosa Lees. While her core remains bound to connecting with other musicians she meets and befriends through music, she also loves to connect with her audience through the shared experience of live performance.

Fadin' By Nine and Dogwood June at Threshold Brewing
2025-10-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Threshold Brewing, 403 SE 79th Ave, Portland, OR, 97215
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.
Fadin’ by 9 is a collection of many musical streams, converging into the great river of bluegrass. As long as there’s a driving beat, interesting lyrics, places to harmonize and show off tasty licks, we’ll give it a try. We’ve been together going on 18 years now, evolving as we go. We pull from our various musical histories, from traditional bluegrass to more contemporary tunes that, in Seth’s words, “were really bluegrass tunes from the beginning, but never knew it until we got to them.” Come find out what we mean at an upcoming show.

Tuesday String Band at Arch Bridge Taphouse
2025-10-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Arch Bridge Taphouse, 205 7th St, Oregon City, OR, 97045
Tuesday String Band returns to one of their favorite spots – Arch Bridge Taphouse! This spot always has a wide assortment of unique and delicious craft beers from the PNW and beyond, and some of the best smashburgers you’ll ever taste! Instead of TVs, they have a record player and an impressive collection of vinyl for customers to peruse and drop on the turntable to get the mood right. Gene and his crew bring in lots of great regional musicians, and the crowds here are always there for it! We’ll see you there.

dadweed at 7 Devil's Brewing
2025-10-11 19:00 - 22:00 | 7 Devils Brewery, 247 S. 2nd St., Coos Bay, 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 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.

Syco Billy's at Honkey Tonk Bar & Grill
2025-10-11 20:00 - 22:00 | Honkey Tonk Bar & Grill, 2275 McGilchrist St SE, Salem, OR, 97302
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 experience that leaves a lasting impression on anyone lucky enough to witness their performance.

Syco Billy's at EZ Orchards
2025-10-12 12:00 - 15:00 | EZ Orchards, 5504 Hazelgreen Rd., Salem, OR, 97305, United States

Mountaintop Sound Band at Pheasant Fields Farm Harvest Festival
2025-10-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Pheasant Fields Farm, 1865 Camp Baker Rd., Medford, OR, 97501
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 and April McPherson, they love jamming anywhere and with anyone. Come get your smile and dance on!

Portland Sunday Bluegrass Jam – 2nd & 4th Sundays at Artichoke Music
2025-10-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Artichoke Music, 2007 SE Powell Blvd., Portland, OR, United States
PORTLAND BLUEGRASS SUNDAY JAM
Artichoke Music, 2007 SE Powell, Portland. 1:00-4:00, all levels welcome. $5 cover goes to Artichoke.
Contact via email at gary.hilbers@gmail.com or text 503730-9628.

Whiskey Puppy at Mississippi Pizza!
2025-10-12 16:00 - 18:00 | Mississippi Pizza
The Puppy, the pizza! A long-standing Portland bluegrass tradition!

Knuckle Grease Station at Threshold Brewing
2025-10-12 16:30 - 18:30 | Threshold Brewing, 403 SE 79th Ave, Portland, OR, 97215
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 EVERY TUESDAY @ Gilgamesh Brewing: The River
2025-10-14 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
2025-10-14 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
2025-10-14 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
2025-10-14 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

Luke Bulla at Curry Public Library
2025-10-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Curry Public Library, 94341 3rd St., Gold Beach, OR, 97444
Luke Bulla has been singing and playing music most of his life. Touring with and singing in his family band from age four, Luke took up the fiddle at seven.
He won the National Fiddle Contest six times in his respective age categories, with his seventh win in the Grand Champion division at age sixteen, making him the youngest to have earned the title at the time.
Luke has played and recorded with Ricky Skaggs, Lyle Lovett, Brandi Carlile, Alison Krauss, Jerry Douglas, Sam Bush, Edgar Meyer, Bela Fleck, Bryan Sutton, Kevin Costner & Modern West, Shawn Colvin, Tony Rice, Chris Thile, and Earl Scruggs, to name a few.

Book Pub Regulars at Rose City Book Pub
2025-10-14 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
2025-10-14 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! 🤗🎵

The Sam Bush Band at the Shedd Institute
2025-10-14 19:30 - 21:00 | The Shedd Institute, 868 High St., Eugene, OR, 97401
Sam Bush, a pioneering force in progressive bluegrass, has spent over five decades redefining the genre with his signature mandolin style and genre-blending approach. Born in Bowling Green, Kentucky, he was immersed in music from an early age, influenced by his father’s fiddle playing and inspired by artists like Bill Monroe and the Osborne Brothers. By his teens, Bush had already won a three national championships in the junior division of the National Oldtime Fiddler’s Contest and recorded his first album, Poor Richard’s Almanac.

In 1966, at just 18, he turned down an offer to join country star Roy Acuff’s band, choosing instead to follow a more experimental path. He joined the Bluegrass Alliance in 1969, where he first played with future collaborators. The following year, Bush and his bandmates formed New Grass Revival, igniting a revolution in bluegrass by incorporating elements of rock, jazz, reggae, and improvisation. Despite initial resistance from traditionalists, the band gained a devoted following, toured with Leon Russell, and became a staple of the festival circuit. Bush’s innovative mandolin technique and boundary-pushing compositions helped solidify New Grass Revival’s legacy through the 1970s and 1980s.

Bush moved on from the band in 1989 after two decades, spending the next several years collaborating with Emmylou Harris’ Nash Ramblers and later Lyle Lovett. He earned multiple International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Mandolin Player of the Year awards and reconnected with Béla Fleck to tour with the Flecktones. In 1995, he embarked on a solo career, releasing acclaimed albums such as Glamour & Grits (1996) and Laps in Seven(2006), showcasing his signature mix of bluegrass, jam-band energy, and instrumental mastery.

We first got Sam Bush on stage here in Eugene back in 1998 at our first Twin Rivers Folklife Festival in 1998. Then again a couple of years ago…like 23 years later when he joined Béla Fleck on his My Bluegrass Heart stop at The Shedd in 2021. Great to have him out.

Wednesday Night Bluegrass Jam
2025-10-15 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

Rogue Moon at Cooper Mountain Aleworks
2025-10-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Cooper Mountain Aleworks, 12562 SW Main St, Tigard, OR, 97223, 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.

Sunny South at Haymaker Bar & Eatery
2025-10-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Haymaker Bar & Eatery, 1233 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR, 97217
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.

Luke Bulla & True North Duo - October 15th - Alberta Rose Theater
2025-10-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Alberta Rose Theater, 3000 NE Alberta Street, Portland, OR, United States
Luke Bulla has been singing and playing music most of his life. Touring with and singing in his family band from age four, Luke took up the fiddle at seven.
He won the National Fiddle Contest six times in his respective age categories, with his seventh win in the Grand Champion division at age sixteen, making him the youngest to have earned the title at the time.
Luke has played and recorded with Ricky Skaggs, Lyle Lovett, Brandi Carlile, Alison Krauss, Jerry Douglas, Sam Bush, Edgar Meyer, Bela Fleck, Bryan Sutton, Kevin Costner & Modern West, Shawn Colvin, Tony Rice, Chris Thile, and Earl Scruggs, to name a few.
Portland multi-instrumentalist Luke Price will sit in with Luke, bringing some good hometown vibes to the proceedings.
American Roots duo True North (Kristen Grainger and Dan Wetzel) known for unforgettable songs that nestle in the ear on the way to the heart will open the show.

Three of their albums have hit #1 on folk radio charts, and Kristen’s songs have taken top honors at MerleFest, Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Kerrville and the USA Songwriting Contest.

Their newest album, Time and Materials, is up for PNW Music Awards’ Americana Album of the Year

Doors open at 6:30
Tickets available at: www.albertarosetheater.com
