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SUMMARY:FreshGrass Festival
DESCRIPTION:FreshGrass features roots music traditionalists and innovators on four stages and platforms throughout the MASS Moca museum’s 16-acre campus. Festival programming also includes FreshGrass commissions and world premieres; instrument and industry workshops; pop-up performances and retail; and local Berkshire food and spirits vendors. \n 
URL:https://bbu.org/event/freshgrass-festival/
LOCATION:MASS MoCA\, 1040 MASS MoCA Way\, North Adams\, MA\, MA\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Fiddle Hell
DESCRIPTION:For many years\, the Fiddle Hell Massachusetts Festival has been a yearly gathering of fiddlers\, cellists\, mandolin & guitar & banjo players\, and singers to meet\, jam\, learn\, listen\, and have fun. It’s both friendly and diverse\, and covers many traditional musical styles. This year\, it’s Nov 13-16\, 2025\, in Westford\, MA\, at the Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center. \nAs a registered attendee\, you’ll have an amazing choice of 300 workshops\, 20 concerts\, and 40 artist-led jam sessions. Teaching at Fiddle Hell is primarily by ear although sheet music is sometimes available. There are many informal jam locations in the hallways.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/fiddle-hell/
LOCATION:Westford Regency Inn\, Westford\, MA
CATEGORIES:Festivals,Jams and Picking Parties
ORGANIZER;CN="Dave Reiner":MAILTO:davereiner88@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Joe Val Bluegrass Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Boston Bluegrass Union is thrilled to announce the return of the Joe Val Bluegrass Festival! Mark your calendars now for President’s Day weekend\, February 12-15\, 2026\, at the Sheraton in Framingham\, MA. Celebrate the return of this beloved tradition as we commemorate:\n\n \n\n 	The 40th anniversary of the inaugural Joe Val memorial\n \n 	The 50th anniversary of the founding of the BBU\n \n 	and the 100th anniversary of Joe Val’s birth!\n\n \n\nWe’re very excited to announce that the 2026 festival will be expanding to start on Thursday night with an All-Star concert\, 24 hours of jamming\, and workshops all day Friday. It’ll be like adding a full day of JamVal before Joe Val even begins!\n\n \n\nThen on Friday night\, we’ll return to the full festival with top-tier bands on the Main Stage\, plus the Showcase Stage\, Kids’ Academy\, workshops\, and round-the-clock
URL:https://bbu.org/event/joe-val-bluegrass-festival/
LOCATION:Sheraton Framingham\, 1657 Worcester Road\, Framingham\, 01701\, United States
CATEGORIES:BBU Events,Festivals
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SUMMARY:Down Home Up Here Festival
DESCRIPTION:Bluegrass and Old Time Festival at Club Passim. Bands all day and night!
URL:https://bbu.org/event/down-home-up-here-festival/
LOCATION:Club Passim\, Cambridge\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Blistered Fingers Bluegrass Festival
DESCRIPTION:Some of the Greatest Bluegrass music you can see and hear at one of the largest family musical events in New England! The Blistered Fingers Bluegrass Festivals has something for all ages and it takes place twice every year bringing thousands of Music lovers from all over the World to hear banjos\, fiddles\, and those high\, lonesome harmonies which features many National and Local bands from all over the world. Music happens every June and August. The First Blistered Fingers Festival was established in June of 1991 and 5 years later the decision was made to start the August festival. There are accommodations for Buses\, RV’s\, Campers\, Tents\, Day Attendees and 4 days of entertainment. Come early\, relax and enjoy!
URL:https://bbu.org/event/blistered-fingers-bluegrass-festival/
LOCATION:Litchfield Fairgrounds\, 30 Plains Rd\, Litchfield\, ME\, 04350\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jenny Brook Bluegrass Festival
DESCRIPTION:EVERY JUNE\, THE ROAD LEADS BACK TO JENNY BROOK…Held each June in scenic Tunbridge\, Vermont\, the Jenny Brook Bluegrass Festival welcomes you home to four days of bluegrass music\, camping\, workshops\, jamming\, and family-friendly fun. Featuring top national and regional artists and the charm of Vermont’s countryside\, Jenny Brook creates an unforgettable festival experience for all ages. It’s a place where the music is strong\, there’s something for everyone\, and you’re always part of the Jenny Brook family—making memories that last a lifetime.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/jenny-brook-bluegrass-festival-2/
LOCATION:JENNYBROOK BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL\, TUNBRIDGE VERMONT FAIRGROUNDS\, TUNBRIDGE\, VT\, United States
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SUMMARY:Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival
DESCRIPTION:Gathering of Bluegrass\, Newgrass\, and Roots Music \nMusic. Community. Friends. Family. Enjoy the best in bluegrass in the beautiful Catskill region of New York. \n“It’s all about community. Once you go\, you know.”
URL:https://bbu.org/event/grey-fox-bluegrass-festival/
LOCATION:Grey Fox\, 1 Poultney Road\, Oak Hill\, NY\, 12460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Ossipee Valley Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Ossipee Valley is a music festival in Maine. The festival features five stages\, food trucks\, craft beer\, yoga\, barn dances\, workshops\, kids activities\, artisan craft vendors and RV and tent camping. It is dreamily situated on the banks of the Ossipee river\, amongst tall pines and goat barns\, in southern Maine\, under an hour from Portland or North Conway\, and 2.5 hrs NW of Boston. The event sells out\, so don’t wait to grab your tickets! \n\n\n\nThe festival is known for featuring ascendant acts in roots\, bluegrass\, americana\, folk\, world\, and blues music\, but it is about more than just the music: Ossipee Valley is a community where all are welcome. Moon dancers\, flatpickers\, gangs of kids on bikes\, barefoot granolas and retired RV grandmas\, wallflowers\, instigators\, listeners\, players\, makers and shakers unite under the fresh summer sky. Come join us.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/ossipee-valley-music-festival-2/
LOCATION:Ossipee Valley Fairgrounds\, 291 S. Hiram Road\, Hiram\, ME\, 04041\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Green Mountain Bluegrass & Roots Festival
DESCRIPTION:A music festival featuring a variety of bluegrass\, roots\, and Americana music from both icons of the industry and innovative up-and-coming artists. Featuring multiple stages\, camping\, local food trucks\, Vermont craft beer and wine\, and a magical Green Mountain setting! \nhttps://www.greenmountainbluegrass.com/mission \nArtists include Watchhouse\, Molly Tuttle\, Peter Rowan\, The Steeldrivers\, and many more!
URL:https://bbu.org/event/green-mountain-bluegrass-roots-festival/
LOCATION:Green Mountain Bluegrass & Roots Festival\, 410 Hunter Park Road\, Manchester\, VT\, 05255\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Blistered Fingers Bluegrass Festival
DESCRIPTION:Some of the Greatest Bluegrass music you can see and hear at one of the largest family musical events in New England! The Blistered Fingers Bluegrass Festivals has something for all ages and it takes place twice every year bringing thousands of Music lovers from all over the World to hear banjos\, fiddles\, and those high\, lonesome harmonies which features many National and Local bands from all over the world. Music happens every June and August. The First Blistered Fingers Festival was established in June of 1991 and 5 years later the decision was made to start the August festival. There are accommodations for Buses\, RV’s\, Campers\, Tents\, Day Attendees and 4 days of entertainment. Come early\, relax and enjoy!
URL:https://bbu.org/event/blistered-fingers-bluegrass-festival-2/
LOCATION:Litchfield Fairgrounds\, 30 Plains Rd\, Litchfield\, ME\, 04350\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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SUMMARY:Crooked River Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Crooked River Gathering is a celebration of the community built around bluegrass and old timey music\, farming\, homesteading\, and artisan creativity. It will feature live music\, vendors\, food trucks and craft beer\, and educational workshops\, community meetups\, and skillshares. \nHeld on land adjacent to the Ossipee Valley Fairgrounds\, the event is brought to you by the North Atlantic Arts Alliance and friends who wanted a place to gather over Labor Day Weekend now that the Thomas Point Beach Festival is no more. All of the music\, activities and off-the-grid camping will be in the Crooked River woodlands\, but RV camping and some services will be on the fairgrounds. \nInformation\, the most current lineup details\, and tickets are available at CrookedRiverArts.org.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/crooked-river-gathering/
LOCATION:Ossipee Valley Fairgrounds\, 291 S. Hiram Road\, Hiram\, ME\, 04041\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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