Boston Bluegrass Union

Bluegrass Tuesdays Jam at The Smoot Standard
2025-11-25 18:15 - 22:30, 2025-12-02 18:15 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | The Smoot Standard, 313 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA, 02139, United States
Bluegrass Tuesdays jams continue at The Smoot Standard and the patio at Naco Taco in Central Square in Cambridge, but we are shifting the start times forward by a half-hour. Bluegrass Tuesdays regularly scheduled jams will now be meeting on the following schedule:
6:15 pm – Beg-to-Int Bluegrass Jam (email tony…@gmail.com to join)
7:30 pm – Kelley’s Intermediate Bluegrass Jam
7:45 pm – Ed’s Slow-to-Medium Instrumental Jam
8:00 pm – Wayne’s Intermediate-to-Advanced Bluegrass Jam
Thanks to Chris Parsons (chef/owner of Lily RIP’s), our jams now meet every Tuesday at these two restaurants (rain or shine). Naco Taco is owned by the same folks as Smoots and is another sister restaurant of Lily P’s. The Smoot Standard is located at 313 Mass. Ave. in Cambridge, MA 02139, while Naco Taco is at 297 Mass. Ave. Smoot’s kitchen will be open until 9 pm, and drinks will be available late from JamBassador Jack.
Food and drinks are available at both locations, but I cannot stress this highly enough: DO NOT carry alcohol between the two restaurants. You can purchase alcoholic drinks at either location, but you must finish your drinks there – you CANNOT carry them down the sidewalk between the restaurants. I’m asking everyone to please remind each other of this very important rule – thanks!
As a reminder, we are still looking for the next home for Bluegrass Tuesdays, and we need your help! Please visit www.BluegrassTuesdays.com for a complete description of the kinds of places we’re looking for. Suggestions have been coming in, but we still need more, thanks!

Tony

Tuftonboro Country, Bluegrass and Gospel Jam session
2025-11-25 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-12-02 18:30 - 21:30 | The Old White Church, Center Tuftonboro, NH
The weekly Tuftonboro Country, Bluegrass & Gospel Music Jam Session continues at the historic Old White Church of Center Tuftonboro every Tuesday from 6:30 until about 9:30 pm. Fans of country, bluegrass and gospel music are invited to enjoy an evening of music. There is no admission charge, a donation is requested to help cover operational expenses. The Church is located on Route 109A, just across from the Tuftonboro General Store & Post Office. Everyone is invited to attend the jam session while enjoying cookies and a cup of coffee. For more info call Joe at 569-3861.

Whately Old Time Jam
2025-11-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Whately Town Hall, 194 Chestnut Plain Rd, Whately, MA, 01093, United States
The Whately Old Time Jam takes place each month on the third Tuesday from 7pm-9pm-ish, unless there is a special event preceding the jam such as workshop. We gather in Whately Town Hall Audititorium in Whately, Massachusetts.
This is an Old Time jam, keeping to tunes and songs in the Old Time repertoire. Speed and tunes will be up to those who attend. We’ll go round the circle so everyone can choose tunes and pace. Old Time chestnuts, waltzes, obscure and/or crooked tunes, tunes that don’t resolve, tunes with questionable chords, tunes with weird numbers of A/B/C/D/E parts – all welcome if someone can lead it.

Berlin OT Jam
2025-11-26 11:00 - 13:00 | 19 Carter, 19 Carter St, Berlin, MA, 01503, United States
2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month. Friendly old time jam at the 19 Carter community center.

Mr. Sippy's Bluegrass Jam
2025-11-26 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-03 18:30 - 20:30 | MrSippy BBQ, 184 South Main Street, Rochester, NH, 03867, United States
Wednesdays at 6:30 pm bluegrass jam. Acoustic instruments.

Grain Thief Weekly at The Burren
2025-11-26 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-03 19:00 - 22:00 | The Burren, 247 Elm Street, Somerville, MA, 02144, United States
Grain Thief and friends hold forth in the front room at the Burren every Wednesday night.
Not a concert per se, but a good hang in this cozy bar in Davis Sq listening to good music.

Bluegrass Throedown at Nick-a-Nee's
2025-11-26 20:30 - 23:30, 2025-12-03 20:30 - 23:30 | Nick-A-Nee’s, 75 South Street, Providence, RI, 02907, United States
Every Wednesday in Providence, RI!
We are the only venue in Providence featuring LIVE BLUEGRASS music every week. We feature a different band every week. (Wednesday 8:30 -11:30).
Nick-A-Nee’s is located in the Providence Jewelry District…right around the corner from Rick’s Road House. The location is clean, comfortable and the street has many lights. The food and drink are VERY reasonably priced.
There is NO COVER CHARGE to attend. Nick-A-Nee’s: http://www.facebook.com/nickanees

Bluegrass Jam at The Bebop
2025-11-26 21:00 - 23:30, 2025-12-03 21:00 - 23:30 | The Bebop, 1116 Boylston St, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
Bring your instrument and play some tunes with this talented bunch of bluegrass musicians! Or just come to eat and drink at The Bebop Boston.
Every Wednesday 9-midnight.

Thanksgiving Day
2025-11-27 00:00 - 23:59 | NH

Nippo Lake Bluegrass Series
2025-11-30 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-12-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Nippo Lake Restaurant, 550 Province Rd, Barrington, NH, 03825, United States
Every Sunday night from 6-8 pm. Dinner reservations encouraged.
Overlooking New Hampshire’s Blue Hills mountain range, Nippo Lake Golf Club continues their Nippo Lake Bluegrass Series which runs from October to April each year.
The restaurant is open to the public, serves very good food at reasonable prices, and is conveniently located in Barrington, NH approximately 10-15 minutes north of the University of New Hampshire in Durham, NH.
We hope to see you there.
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Old Time Jam at The Bebop
2025-11-30 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-12-07 19:00 - 22:00 | The Bebop, 1116 Boylston St, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
Groovy old time jam every Sunday night, 7-10 pm.

Monday Night Hoedown
2025-12-01 19:30 - 22:30, 2025-12-08 19:30 - 22:30 | The Beehive, 541 Tremont Street, Boston, MA, United States
Every Monday Night at The Beehive
Live Americana & Bluegrass Music
Special Burgers, Ribs, Wings, Steaks
Great Beers, Bourbon & Craft Cocktails
LIVE ON STAGE:
Join us every Monday for a foot-stomping celebration of Americana and bluegrass, featuring a rotating lineup of talented bands bringing their own unique spin on roots-inspired music. With hearty food specials, strong drinks, and a lively, soulful soundtrack, it’s the perfect way to kick off your week.
1st Monday- Caleb Swan Band….young bluegrass virtuosos
2nd Monday -The Joe Kessler Group-Bluegrass
3rd Monday-The wonderful Danniella Miraglia
4th Monday-Goodrich Family Band plays tonight. Goodrich Family is a fascinating mix of deep musicians from the jazz as well as great bluegrass players. Fusion at it’s best.

Bluegrass Night at Remnant
2025-12-01 20:00 - 22:30 | Remnant Satellite, 877 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA, 02141, United States
Bluegrass and roots bands every Monday night.
Remnant Satellite location in East Cambridge (This is the old Atwood’s place.)

Rhumbline weekly bluegrass jam hosted by Joe Wilkins
2025-12-02 19:30 - 22:30 | NH
Weekly Bluegrass @ Rhumbline Gloucester MA

Concord Bluegrass Band
2025-12-04 18:30 - 19:30 | Concord Conservatory of Music, 1317 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
The Concord Bluegrass Band is an intermediate level ensemble, ideal for folks who are looking to play bluegrass music in an organized band setting. This ensemble experience will hone in on each instrument’s role as a member of a bluegrass band and give folks the opportunity to sing and pick their favorite bluegrass standards. The course will culminate in a short performance. Let’s pick!
Participants should be familiar with several songs tunes in the style, play their instrument at an intermediate level, and hold their own in a jam session. If you’re unsure whether this class is a good fit, please email Student Services Manager Emma Huggard with a description of your background and we’ll help you.
This is open to all voices and acoustic string instruments. In keeping with authenticity, the ensemble will fit no more than two of any instrument with an overall capacity of 6 members.

Town Hall Bluegrass & Old Time Country Open Mic
2025-12-06 11:00 - 16:00 | Chester Town Hall, 556 Elm Street, Chester, VT, 556 Elm Street, Chester, VT, 05143, United States
Town Hall Bluegrass & Old Time Country Open Mic
The Town Hall Bluegrass & Old Time Country Open Mic is back for the 2025/2026 season! Join us at the Chester Town Hall, 556 Elm Street, Chester, VT, for a full day of live acoustic music, community, and fun. Bring your instruments, your friends, and your love for bluegrass and old-time country music.
Season Dates:

October 4, 2025

November 1, 2025

December 6, 2025

January 3, 2026

February 7, 2026

March 7, 2026

April 4, 2026

Schedule:

Stage Sign Up & Open Jam: 11:00 am – 11:30 am

Open Mic: 11:30 am – 3:30 pm

Wrap-Up Jam: 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Details:

11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Acoustic instruments only – all musicians and spectators welcome

Homemade food, desserts, and beverages available for purchase

Admission is FREE – donations appreciated

Come play, sing, tap your toes, or just soak up the music and the friendly atmosphere. Help us spread the word so we can pack the hall and keep the music alive all season long!
Contact:📞 802-380-4106✉️ townhallbluegrassopenmic@gmail.com🌐 facebook.com/townhallbluegrassopenmic

Christmas in New England Boxboro
2025-12-06 19:30 - 22:00 | United Church of Christ Boxboro, 723 Mass Ave, Boxboro, MA, 01719, United States
This one-of-a-kind Christmas show, now in its 21st year, features a seasonal blend of traditional, contemporary, and original Christmas tunes performed with acoustic instruments and vocals, showcased in the intimate setting of Boxboro United Church of Christ. The cast of performers includes instrumentalists, vocalists and songwriters who make their homes in New England: Vocalists Amy Gallatin and Karen Lincoln Wilber, husband and wife duo Krissy and Bob Dick along with resophonic guitar legend Roger Williams and multi-instrumentalists JD Williams and Dave “Tex” Orlomoski.
This yearly concert offers a welcome respite from the holiday rush, with an evening of simple moments to treasure and a chance to slow down and savor the season. Take a moment to relax and enjoy a truly unique holiday event.

The Bottom Dollars in Concert at Crystal Listening Room
2025-12-07 18:30 - 20:00 | Crystal Listening Room at Flourish, 140 Main Street suite#105, Biddeford, ME, 04005, United States
The Bottom Dollars (Betsy Green, Dave Shaw, Tim FitzPatrick) will perform at the Crystal listening Room at Flourish in Biddeford, ME
An evening of great music & great vibes!
Reserve a seat by emailing flourishmaine@gmail.com
pay w/ cash at the door

South County (RI) Old-Time Jam
2025-12-08 19:00 - 21:00 | South County Museum, 115 Strathmore Rd., Narragansett, RI, 02882, United States
Second and fourth Mondays, 7-9pm
South County Museum, 115 Strathmore Rd., Narragansett RI 02882
https://www.facebook.com/southcountyjam
All levels invited! The South County Jam is a friendly and welcoming jam where newcomers are always welcome. We play a wide range of traditional fiddle tunes, going around the circle so everyone has a chance to suggest a tune they know and set the tempo.

Beginner Bluegrass Slow Jam
2025-12-08 19:00 - 21:00 | First Church Dedham – Parish House, 45 Bullard Street, Dedham, MA, 02026, United States
Beginner Bluegrass Slow Jam

When: Second Monday of each month
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
September through June

The Slow Jam is the perfect place for novice players, those just starting their Bluegrass journey, or anyone who’s a little shy about playing with others.
We create the safest possible environment to get comfortable making music with a group.
We play through simple, traditional Bluegrass songs, offering guidance and encouragement every step of the way.
All levels are welcome, and we take special care to support beginners and casual musicians.
Bring your acoustic instrument – everyone is welcome!

Location: First Church in Dedham – Parish House 45 Bullard Street, Dedham, MA 02026

Enter via Bullard Street.
Park in the lot behind the church.
Walk to the grassy quad in front.
The jams are held in the Parish House (the low building).
Upon entering, turn right and proceed down the short hallway to the dining room.

Details: Bring a song to share for some fun bluegrass jamming!
We hope to see you there!

High Horse at Club Passim w Kat Wallace
2025-12-08 20:00 - 22:00 | Club Passim, Cambridge, MA, United States
High Horse is a progressive-acoustic boy band featuring four friends, three bows, and one pick. A mix of celtic and classical music, it’s a band of brothers playing alternative rock on acoustic instruments, it’s a rollicking romp of great vibes, virtuosic chops, and tight vocals.
