The 5th annual Tico Time Bluegrass Festival, nestled in the heart of the stunning Animas River Valley, is the perfect place to escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life and immerse yourself in the sweet sounds of live bluegrass music. Whether you’re jamming with your fellow festival-goers at a campsite, taking a dip in the river, or dancing up a storm on the beach, this festival promises to be an adventure filled with unforgettable moments, lifelong friendships, and cherished memories.

Amid speculation about the festival's future, the High Sierra Music Festival is thrilled to confirm its return for its 33rd annual celebration over the July 4th weekend, 2025. Reinvigorated and reimagined under the leadership of longtime producer David “Dave” Margulies, the festival promises to blend iconic favorites with fresh discoveries, reaffirming its status as one of the most cherished music gatherings in the country.

The Borderland Music & Arts Festival is back for its seventh year, and the highly anticipated Early-Bird Weekend GA and VIP Passes are now on sale at borderlandfestival.com. Fans can secure their spot for this celebrated late-summer festival during the exclusive “lowest-price-of-the-year” presale. These discounted passes are available for a limited time or until supplies last.

Hookahville 60 will bring three unforgettable days of music, memories, and magic to Roost on the River in Newark, OH, from June 5-7, 2025. For the first time in its storied history, ekoostik hookah will perform two sets on all three nights, each celebrating a distinct era of their music. This special edition of Hookahville promises to be a highlight in the festival’s legacy, offering fans a journey through the band's evolution.

For its third year, the Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival returns to its beachfront location at Sandy Point State Park along the Chesapeake Bay in Annapolis, Maryland, on Saturday and Sunday, September 20–21, 2025. People from across the region and North America gather at this picturesque destination to celebrate while enjoying the finest music rooted in progressive bluegrass, improvisational jam, and American roots traditions.

Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion is back for its 24th year, celebrating the timeless legacy of the 1927 Bristol Sessions and Bristol’s rich heritage as the Birthplace of Country Music! Mark your calendars for September 19-21, 2025, when historic downtown Bristol, Tennessee-Virginia, comes alive with music, culture, and community.

Exciting Festival Updates

Good Vibez Presents is back with another exciting lineup announcement for the California Roots Music and Arts Festival! Taking place at its usual home, the Monterey County Fairgrounds, over the weekend of May 23-25, Cali Roots continues to solidify its status as the mothership of reggae-leaning music festivals. New additions to the already stacked lineup include genre-benders Dirty Heads, Jamaica’s own Protoje, chart-topper Matisyahu, and more, joining previously announced acts like Rebelution, T-Pain, Iration, and SOJA.

Get ready for the 9th Annual New Orleans Cigar Box Guitar Festival at the historic New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade Ave., running from Thursday, January 16, through Saturday, January 18. An astonishing array of talent from across the globe will gather to perform and celebrate homemade stringed instruments in the world’s most musical city. For tickets and information, call (504) 568-6993 or visit NewOrleansCBG.com.

Ten years later, the All Good Music Festival is being reimagined as All Good Now, set to take place on June 14-15, 2025, at the iconic Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland. All Good Now combines the legacy of the original festival with a legendary venue and an exciting lineup, capturing the timeless energy that brought thousands together for nearly two decades.

Golden Road Gathering 2025 is thrilled to announce its initial artist lineup and the opening of ticket sales for its highly anticipated third edition, set to take place May 16-18, 2025, at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville, CA.