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June 2019
Oregon Bluegrass Pride/The Handsome Ladies at Pride NW 2019 Festival
Come join us for our 2nd year at the Pride NW Festival. Our booth is located near the Morrison Bridge/Naito Parkway corner of the festival. We'll be jamming all day so bring your instruments and come jam with us. We'll also have several small groups performing on Saturday afternoon 6/15/19 at the LGBTQ Arts Pavillion. Our thanks to OBA for their support!
Find out more »Rambling Bluegrass Jam (Beaverton)
Intermediate bluegrass jam session in banquet room. Celebrating our 15th year at this location (2017).
Find out more »Susanville Bluegrass Music Camp
This year we are providing you with a great and affordable opportunity to improve your instrument playing capabilities, vocal skills as well as jamming knowledge in a relaxing classroom atmosphere, including one-on-one time with some of the best Bluegrass musicians/instructors in the industry today. Our instructors specialize in guitar, banjo, mandolin and bass instruments as well as vocal techniques and the art of bluegrass jamming. Our list of specialists are tough to match with the likes of Rick Sparks, Music…
Find out more »Bluegrass Jam in McMinnville
Informal bluegrass jam every Tuesday night from 7-9:30ish. All levels are welcome.
Find out more »Jon Cooper Bluegrass Jam
An open bluegrass and old time country jam is held at La Sierra Mexican Grill in Dundee Oregon on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. This jam is dedicated to the memory of Jon Cooper who kicked it off many years ago, but passed on himself in 2015. The pickers average intermediate in skill level, but the jam is open and encouraging to all skill levels. Please contact Steve Edward (stephene47@frontier.com, ph: 503-664-6351), Ron Taylor (ron@taylorpaintingof portland.com) ,…
Find out more »Beaverton Jam
Intermediate-level jam!
Find out more »JT and Rowdy Mountain play Bluegrass Wednesday June 19th
Bluegrass Wednesday’s continues June 19 with JT and Rowdy Mountain at the Vault of Gastro Mania in Multnomah village. 7-9PM. $5 cover. Known for his smooth, clear voice and authentic phrasing, Jonathan “JT” Trawick continues a rich tradition of singing and storytelling from deep within the Ozark hills. Gracing stages all across the United States, JT has won twice as many Grammys as Leonardo DiCaprio himself. He has been mentioned on the front page of the L.A. Times, the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette and…
Find out more »Bluegrass Gospel Concert in Hood River
The Day Brothers will delight your heart, soul and mind with their winsome gospel presentation that will be a blend of traditional bluegrass gospel, southern gospel and some original tunes as well. This concert will be family friendly, and admission is free, but an offering will be taken for the band. Daniel Day is from Oklahoma, John Day lives in Longbranch, Washington, and David Day hails from Portland, Oregon. Guest musicians will be Reed Stutz and Seth Wiggins.
Find out more »Courtyard Bluegrass Jam
Open, all level jam, every Thursday from 4:00 -6:00 PM at The White Eagle.
Find out more »Gospel Bluegrass Concert in SE Portland
The Day Brothers bring amazing harmonies and deliver them with heartfelt energy and soul. They draw from the rich traditions of gospel bluegrass, southern gospel and traditional gospel songs and weave them together for a great concert. This venue is often the host of southern gospel bands traveling through our area, and they are excited to host this bluegrass gospel concert. The Day Brothers consist of David from Portland, Daniel from Oklahoma and John from Washington. They are joined on…
Find out more »Susanville Bluegrass Festival
Performances by: Blue Highway, Edgar Loudermilk Band featuring Jeff Autry, Greg Blake Band, Steve Spurgin, Chris Barshear and Peter McLaughlin, Red Dog Ask, Sierra Sweethearts and Mosquito Road Camping available first come - first served beginning Sunday June 16th, RV w/ water and electric, RV dry camping and Tent sites. Dump station available. Quilt Room open Monday June 17th through Sunday June 23rd Music Camp, June 18th thru 21st ($5.00 discount per day on camping during camp) "Locals Night" Bluegrass…
Find out more »Portland Bluegrass Sunday Jam
Every Sunday from 2 to 5 pm, beginning May 26, 2019. This is an ongoing jam (for the past 8 years in the Hollywood district, Columbia River Brewing, O’Neill pub. Biddy’s). Open to all ages and levels acoustic only. The Ladd Taphouse has a full menu, over 40 taps, and full bar.
Find out more »Clackamas/Happy Valley String Along Jam: 2nd & 4th Sundays 2:15 – 5:00 pm
Bluegrass and more. Happy Valley Library (Community Room) 13793 SE Sieben Park Way, Happy Valley, OR 97015. Located off Sunnyside Rd. at SE 147th. Look for the signboard on the sidewalk near the library. For information, contact Charlie: mels677@aol.com
Find out more »Bluegrass Concert in Newberg by The Day Brothers
The Day Brothers will bring an exciting evening of bluegrass music to their only concert on Portland's west side in their 2019 Summer NW tour - Newberg Music Center is hosting this dynamic trio that will also feature Reed Stutz and Josie Toney who are attending Berklee College of Music in Boston, MA. This music will sing songs rooted in traditional bluegrass, but will also include some original songs. The 3 brothers consist of David from Portland, Daniel from Vinita,…
Find out more »Bluegrass Gospel Concert in Gladstone by The Day Brothers
The Day Brothers, consisting of David from Portland, Daniel from Oklahoma and John from Washington will be sharing their heart and soul in a gospel concert that derives inspiration from traditional bluegrass gospel, southern gospel, and original tunes written by the brothers. We are passionate about our music, and love to offer gospel concerts for the community. Admission is free, and all are welcome! An offering will be taken to help support the band.
Find out more »Leif and Aileen Halvorson & Big Dickens play Bluegrass Wednesday! 7pm start
Bluegrass Wednesday on June 26 will feature Leif and Aileen Halvorson. Leif & Aileen play bluegrass inspired music featuring guitar, bass, and vocal harmonies. At times traditional, while usually way off the beaten path, their style incorporates a blend of everything they've ever heard. And while their instrumentation may be scarce, they aim to create a full and dynamic picture in their attempt to touch you with their sound. Leif and aileen will be followed by Big Dickens on this…
Find out more »Party in the Pines at Day Chiropractic Thursday afternoon 6/27
Day Chiropractic is sponsoring their annual "Party in the PInes" on Thursday, June 27th from 3 - 6 pm celebrating 33 years of service keeping our community healthy! This will feature free BBQ pulled-pork sandwiches and ice cream sponsored by the Clinic. 'The Day Brothers" and "Julie and the Wayves" will be the live bands. This is a setting like a festival, so please bring a lawn chair to sit on. We take up the entire parking lot for the…
Find out more »July 2019
Jon Cooper Bluegrass Jam
An open bluegrass and old time country jam is held at La Sierra Mexican Grill in Dundee Oregon on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. This jam is dedicated to the memory of Jon Cooper who kicked it off many years ago, but passed on himself in 2015. The pickers average intermediate in skill level, but the jam is open and encouraging to all skill levels. Please contact Steve Edward (stephene47@frontier.com, ph: 503-664-6351), Ron Taylor (ron@taylorpaintingof portland.com) ,…
Find out more »Wheeler County Bluegrass Festival
Held the first full weekend in July, this little festival is the best kept secret in Oregon. Wheeler County, with three incorporated towns, is the only county in Oregon with more horses than people. Life marches to a different drummer here, a welcome relief from the hectic pace of the rest of the world! The Festival takes place in the old pioneer town of Fossil, the county seat, in front of the beautiful historic courthouse, now over 100 years old.…
Find out more »WOTFA Fiddle Jam
Washington Old Time Fiddlers Association Jam and SnackLuck open to the public. Held at the Clark County History Museum - a great venue. First Friday every month and part of the Vancouver Arts Walk. Generally a song circle jam, but this may vary. Very newcomer and beginner friendly with advanced and expert fiddlers always most welcome. Fiddles, Guitars, Mandolins and other traditional backup instruments welcome. Audience welcome. The Museum is open and free. All Fiddle players and backup instruments welcome. We…
Find out more »Train River at Mississippi Pizza
Train River, a collective of accomplished Portland-area bluegrass musicians led by guitarist/mandolinist Jeffree White (Hot Club of Hawthorne), plays 1st Fridays in summer at Mississippi Pizza Pub! The show is all-ages, and there is no cover, but these hardworking pickers sure hope to earn your tips! The lineup varies, so check the individual event pages on Facebook for updates. The band usually performs as a quintet. Train River is always looking for interested talent, so get in touch! For more…
Find out more »Klamath Falls Bluegrass Jam
A monthly bluegrass jam on the First Sunday at Mia's and Pia's Pizzeria and Brewhouse, 3545 Summers Lane, Klamath Falls, OR 97603. For information: Ben Coker 541-783-3478 / benfcoker@gmail.com
Find out more »Clackamas/Happy Valley String Along Jam: 2nd & 4th Sundays 2:15 – 5:00 pm
Bluegrass and more. Happy Valley Library (Community Room) 13793 SE Sieben Park Way, Happy Valley, OR 97015. Located off Sunnyside Rd. at SE 147th. Look for the signboard on the sidewalk near the library. For information, contact Charlie: mels677@aol.com
Find out more »Puddletown Ramblers @ O’Malley’s 2nd Sundays
Come see the Puddletown Ramblers every 2nd Sunday at O'Malley's Saloon & Grill.
Find out more »String Summit
This year’s Northwest String Summit will take place at Horning’s Hideout in North Plains, Oregon July 18 – 21. Organizers of the 18th annual “Strummit” finalized the 2019 lineup. Galactic featuring Erica Falls, Ayla Nereo, supergroup Hawktail featuring Brittany Haas, Paul Kowart, Jordan Tice and Dominick Leslie are among the additions revealed as part of the final lineup. NWSS recently announced Dark Star Orchestra will play a set dubbed “In The Spirit Of 8/27/72” honoring the Grateful Dead’s August 27,…
Find out more »Darrington Blue Grass Festival
The Pacific Northwest's oldest running bluegrass festival. The Darrington Bluegrass Festival started in 1977 and is going strong, drawing over 7,000 people each year. The Darrington Bluegrass Music Park sits at the foot of Whitehorse Mountain in the North Cascade Mountains just three miles form the small town of Darrington, WA
Find out more »Pickin’ on Mitchell – Mitchell, OR
One day, four bands: Keening Foxhounds Buffalo Kin Leon Whistler Greasewood Blarney The event will take place on the Outside Stage at Tiger Town Brewing in Mitchell, OR. The bands perform from 4 to 8 pm followed by an open jam session from 8 pm till ?? $5.00 donation at door
Find out more »OBA Roseburg Chapter Jam
Third Sunday Jam is always from 1 to 4:30 pm at Sutherlin Senior Center, 202 East Central Avenue, Sutherlin, OR. Open to listeners and pickers alike. All levels encouraged. Refreshments. Donations kindly accepted. Sponsored by the OBA - Roseburg Chapter. Ample paved parking in back. Handicapped parking accessible. INFO: Lizzie at 541-679-0553
Find out more »Strings in Sisters Jam
We call our group “Strings In Sisters” and have been meeting here since August 2016. We normally meet on the third Sunday of each month from 1:30 -3:30 p.m. at the Sisters Library. (As you enter Sisters, turn right on Locust St – just past the elementary school and across from The Pump House service station and Hop & Brew. Turn left on E Cascade – the first left, right on Cedar.) Our main focus is on bluegrass, folk, and…
Find out more »Gorgegrass
GorgeGrass 2019 July 25th – 28th GorgeGrass, held in beautiful Stevenson Washington, features incredible bands, workshops, electric and dry camping, and much more.
Find out more »August 2019
Winlock Pickersfest
The festival includes instructional workshops, open mics and plenty of pickin’ and grinnin’ and organized kids activities! Check out the website www.winlockpickersfest.com to see details about the live bands, the workshop schedule, camping details, ticket info, links and more.
Find out more »Blue Waters Bluegrass Festival- Medical Lake, Wa.
About the Blue Waters Bluegrass Festival Nestled in the pines on the shores of Medical Lake, Washington, the Blue Waters Bluegrass Festival is quite possibly the best summertime bluegrass experience in the Northwest. With it's pristine location, warm Eastern Washington summer weather, stellar lineup of world-class and regional bands, and bargain-basement price, it's no wonder folks all over the Northwest Bluegrass scene are buzzing about us. Since its inception in 2002, Blue Waters has brought some of the biggest names…
Find out more »Mt. St.Helen’s Bluegrass Festival
Mount Saint Helens Bluegrass Festival August 9 - 11, 2019 Toledo High School TShow Promoter: The Washington Bluegrass Association Show Dir.: General Cothren Show Dir. Ph.: Join to Days/Hours Open: Fri 4pm‑10pm, Sat 9am‑10pm, Sun 9am‑2pm Admission: $20 - $35 ... Join to read more At the Toledo High School where a little bit of bluegrass heaven happens. It's time for pickin' and grinnin' until you finally have to get some rest to get started again. Open Mic Friday, Band…
Find out more »Bannock County Bluegrass Festival
This is a three day Bluegrass Music Festival, featuring 8 fantastic Bluegrass bands. We have headlining our festival, The Dave Adkins Band from Kentucky. Asso featuring Lockwood, The Red Desert Ramblers, The Wild Coyotes, Dry Buck, Panhandle Polecats, Fiddle Express and
Find out more »Rainier Bluegrass Pickin’ Party
The 27th Annual Rainier Bluegrass Pickin’ Party! Come enjoy a wonderful weekend with friends, old and new. There is lots of pickin’, an open-mic on Friday, eight bands on stage Saturday, a gospel show on Sunday and other activities in town including a parade (we have our own entry). For more information, including early camping, please visit www.RainierPickinParty.com.
Find out more »March 2020
Bluegrass Jam in McMinnville
Informal bluegrass jam every Tuesday night from 7-9:30ish. All levels are welcome.
Find out more »December 2020
The O’Neill Pub Jam
Formerly Turn Key Bluegrass Jam. Open to all ages and levels with beginner-friendly core of intermediate players, good vibes, good food, full bar. Every Sunday, 2-5 p.m.
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