Podunk Bluegrass Fest is Here! + More Festivals, Camps, and Classes

Get your tickets now for the biggest CT Bluegrass event of the year! August 8-11

Welcome to the heart of bluegrass bliss at the only multi-day bluegrass festival in Connecticut! Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Litchfield County, this annual event stands as a beacon for bluegrass enthusiasts, drawing together musicians, fans, and families for an unforgettable celebration of traditional and contemporary bluegrass music. With a rich tapestry of sounds echoing through the hills, Podunk transforms Goshen into a vibrant hub of toe-tapping rhythms and harmonious melodies. From seasoned bluegrass veterans to emerging talents, the festival promises a weekend filled with stellar performances, jam sessions, kids activities, round the clock field pickin’ and the warm camaraderie of a community brought together by a shared love for this timeless genre. Join us in this musical journey where the spirit of bluegrass finds its home in the heart of Connecticut! 2024 PODUNK LINEUP Del McCoury Band (Sat.) John McEuen & The Circle Band (Sat.) Co-founding member of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Della Mae (Fri.) Nick Chandler and Delivered (Thurs. & Fri) High Fidelity (Fri.) The Tennessee Bluegrass Band (Sat.) The Kevin Prater Band (Sat. & Sun.) On The Trail  (Thurs. & Fri) Fog Holler (Sat.) Carley Arrowood  (Fri.) Poor Monroe (Fri. & Sun.) Cole Quest and The City Pickers (Sat.) Learn more about the 2024 main stage performers here See Previous Line ups HERE PLUS MANY MORE on our 2 other stages Thursday’s Band Competition Sponsored by Telefunken Bloodroot Gap • J.M. Clifford Band • Seselia • The Tenderbellies Tickets On Sale Multiple Stages • Workshops • Kids Academy • On Site Camping • Hookups • Kids Activities Band & Song Writing Competitions • Food and Craft Vendors •  Round the Clock Field Picking • Jams

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Other Festivals around the corner:

Green Mountain Bluegrass Fest Aug 14-18 Manchester VT

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!

Purchase tickets here

Old Tone Sept 5-8 Hillsdale NY

Grass Fed Arts/Oldtone, preserves roots music and traditional folkways through artist and audience participation; connecting neighbors, bridging cultures, and sharing insight and wisdom across generations. Learn more and get your tickets here

Bluegrass in Heaven Sept 13-15 Silver Bay New York

Join us for the 2nd Bluegrass in Heaven Music Festival happening September 13-15 at Silver Bay YMCA!

With indoor venues, on-site lodging and performances in intimate settings, Bluegrass in Heaven is a music festival you won’t forget. Performers range from Grammy nominee Della Mae to up-and-coming Bluegrass talent Country Gongbang! Get your Tickets here

What Sets Us Apart:

• Located on the shores of Lake George, Silver Bay YMCA has a 700-acre waterfront campus that the festival will be spread throughout.
• The Auditorium at Silver Bay was built in 1909 and will be one of the stages during the event.
• Festival attendees will be able to stay onsite in one of our many accommodations. Camping and RV attendees can utilize local RV and camping sites.

Bluegrass Camp at Silver Bay Aug 25-30

A bluegrass camp like none other! Join Pete Wernick and his teaching crew on the picturesque Silver Bay YMCA campus. Comfortable on site accommodations, full access to facilities (boathouse, kayaking, beach time, hikes, and bayside happy hour in rocking chairs) and the most time tested jamming method on the planet await you. Two concurrent camps offer instructions for complete beginners and more skilled jammers. Sign up here for the more intermediate/advanced camp and here for the beginner camp

Upcoming Vocal Harmony Class August 12 7PM

Good three-part vocal harmony can be the most exciting part of bluegrass and folk music. Learn the basic terminology of bluegrass harmony singing (Lead, Tenor, Baritone), how to find your first note, how to “stay in your lane” and not sing what the person next to you is singing, and how to blend. Sign Up Here for the next online Aug 12 class or sign up to be notified of the next in person class in October. We will also take a look at a new app that will assist folks in learning harmony parts by isolating each track.