Festivals

SweetWater Brewing and fans will take a trip back to our roots and will host a more intimate festival that’s focused on killer jams, heady brews, and supporting our long-time friends at the Waterkeeper Alliance, who are fighting to protect clean water around the world.

Heading into its 5th year, the Opelika Songwriters Festival has attracted die-hard music fans from around the country to hear world-class singer-songwriters spanning many genres. The historic downtown district of Opelika, AL is transformed into a music lover’s oasis for three nights and three days of top-tier performances throughout the weekend of May 16-19, 2024. Tickets are on sale HERE.

The California Bluegrass Association’s 49th annual Father’s Day Bluegrass Festival is adding a pair of special shows to keep the music going after Friday and Saturday Main Stage performances, and has selected the Vern’s Stage lineup of afternoon performers. The festival also has slated a new youth activity: pre-school family jams.

On the Ocean Weekend, the beloved music festival curated by the iconic band Guster is set to return to Portland for its 6th unforgettable weekend of music, fan experiences, and local flavor. Taking place from Friday, August 9th to Sunday, August 11th,  this year's lineup is sure to delight fans of all ages. Discounted early bird tickets go on sale Friday, April 5th at Noon at www.ontheoceanfest.com.

After a record-breaking 2023 with over 70,000 fans from across the U.S. in attendance, Rocklahoma returns Friday, August 30, Saturday, August 31 and Sunday, September 1 to Rockin Red Dirt Ranch in Pryor, Oklahoma--just outside Tulsa--with its biggest lineup yet!

On the heels of a sold-out WinterWonderGrass Steamboat last month, WinterWonderGrass Tahoe will kick off their 8th annual festival this coming Friday, April 5.  The weekend in Palisades Tahoe, California will bring great music from some of the biggest names in the Americana, roots, and bluegrass scene as well as some up-and-comers that are not to be missed. Festival gates open at 2 pm Friday-Sunday, with a special free kick-off show in the village on Thursday featuring Boot Juice.

On the memorable evening of March 23, music lovers gathered at Renfro Valley, Kentucky, and were treated to an enchanting showcase featuring the renowned Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, with a captivating opening act by Britt Taylor. Taylor's performance served as the perfect prelude to the main event, drawing in the audience with her soulful vocals and engaging stage presence.

Joshua Tree Music Festival proudly announces its recognition as the number one music festival in the USA Today 10 Best Awards.

The USA Today 10 Best Awards honor the top destinations, attractions, and experiences across the country, as chosen by travel experts and readers. The selection process includes a meticulous evaluation followed by a public voting phase, allowing enthusiasts to support their favorite nominees.

The Newport Jazz Festival just announced that tickets will go on sale and the lineup will drop for the 2024 festival (August 2-4) on April 9th at 1PM Eastern, which has this East Coast mama reminiscing of all my favorite moments from last year! After having finally experienced the longest-running jazz festival in the country last year, it quickly made its way to the top of my ever-expanding list of favorite summer fests.

Egypt and the region’s premiere boutique festival experience, Sandbox Festival, celebrates a decade of unforgettable music on the beautiful Red Sea Riviera in El Gouna from May 16-18th, 2024. This special edition of the music and travel getaway will once again assert itself as a leader in the region with a discerning mix of long-proven performers, legendary pioneers and scene-defining local and emerging artists.

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