Alabama

Southern Soul & Blues Lover's Festival

February 1, 2025
Birmingham, Alabama, USA.
Held at BJCC Concert Hall.
https://www.bjcc.org/upcoming-events/the-southern-soul-blues-lovers-festival-2025/

Rocket City Blues Festival

February 28, 2025
Huntsville, Alabama, USA.
2nd annual festival is held at the Von Braun Center Propst Arena.

Blues Spring Fling

April 5, 2025
Mobile, Alabama, USA.
Held at The Ground.
https://www.facebook.com/events/mobile-al/the-spring-fling-music-festival-2025/859510982960848/

Wiregrass Blues Festival

April 21, 2025
Dotham, Alabama, USA.
12th annual festival is held at The Plant.
https://www.wiregrassbluesfestival.com/

Bob Sykes Bbq and Blues Festival

April 26, 2025
Bessemer, Alabama, USA.
14th annual festival is held at DeBardeleben Park.
https://bobsykes.com/blues-festival/

Old School Blues Festival

May 24, 2025
Huntsville, Alabama, USA.
28th annual festival held at Huntsville Dragway.
https://www.vipsocio.com/event/oldschoolandbluesfestival

T-Town Blues 'N' Groove Festival

May 24, 2025
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA.
Held at Palmore Park.

Joe Douglas Old School & Blues Festival

May 24, 2025
Harvest, Alabama, USA.
28th annual festival.
https://www.jde.live/

W. C. Handy Music Festival

July 16, 2025 - July 27, 2025
Florence, Alabama, USA.
A variety of events at various locations over more than a week.
https://www.wchandymusicfestival.com/

Bernard Blues & BBQ

September 6, 2025 - September 7, 2025
Cullman, Alabama, USA.
9th annual festival held at St. Bernard's Prep School.
https://www.bernardbluesbbq.com/

Foley BBQ & Blues Cookoff

March 13, 2026 - March 14, 2026
Foley, Alabama, USA.
The event is held in Foley's Heritage Park.
https://www.foleybbqandblues.net/

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Alaska

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Arizona

Yuma River Daze: Boogie, Brews and Blues Festival

February 21, 2025 - February 22, 2025
Yuma, Arizona, USA.
https://www.yumaaz.gov/

Superstition Blues & Brews Festival

March 8, 2025
Apache Junction, Arizona, USA.
Held at Flat Iron Park.
https://superstitionbluesfest.com/index.html

Woodystock Blues & Brews Festival

March 22, 2025 - March 23, 2025
Lake Havasu City, Arizona, USA.
Held at Lake Havasu State Park.
https://www.woodystock.info/

Bisbee Festival of Blues

September 6, 2025
Bisbee, Arizona, USA.
Held at Warren Ballpark.
https://bluesinbisbee.com/

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Arkansas

Backyard Blues & Soul Fest

May 24, 2025
Proctor, Arkansas, USA.
4th annual festival.
https://www.facebook.com/events/99-inmon-dr-proctor-ar/4th-annual-backyard-blues-soul-fest/914762400836677/

Eureka Springs Blues Party

May 29, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Eureka Springs, Arkansas, USA.
The entire downtown comes alive with music at a variety of venues.
https://eurekaspringsbluesparty.com/

Big Steam Bues & Roots Music Festival

September 26, 2025 - September 27, 2025
Hot Springs, Arkansas, USA.
Free festival at the Hill Wheatley Plaza.
https://www.bigsteammusicfestival.com/

Bikes Blues and BBQ

October 1, 2025 - October 4, 2025
Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA.
Bike rally and blues festival offers up a variety of musical styles and loads of activities.
https://bikesbluesandbbq.org/

King Biscuit Blues Festival

October 8, 2025 - October 11, 2025
Helena, Arkansas, USA.
Music of the Delta on the banks of the Mississippi.
https://kingbiscuitfestival.com/

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California

NA Gateway Blues Festival

March 17, 2025
Three Rivers, California, USA.
Held at the Lions Club Roping Arena.
https://www.nabluesfest.com/

Spring Harp Fest

April 19, 2025
La Mesa, California, USA.
This free family-friendly event celebrates the music of the blues harmonica.
https://springharpfest.org/

Adams Avenue Unplugged

April 26, 2025
San Diego, California, USA.
Free musical walkabout through three neighborhoods with 80 acts.
https://www.adamsavenuebusiness.com/event-info/adams-avenue-unplugged/

Gator by the Bay

May 8, 2025 - May 11, 2025
San Diego, California, USA.
Over 100 musical acts perform over four days at this Louisianna themed festival.
https://gatorbythebay.com/

Rock N' Blues

May 17, 2025
Oroville, California, USA.
A free day of blues music.
https://featherfallscasino.com/rock-n-blues-2025/

Topanga Blues Festival

May 17, 2025
Topanga, California, USA.
This 42nd annual festival is held on Saturday at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/topanga-blues-festival-2025-rod-piazza-nora-jean-bruso-more-tickets-1247599005209

Fountain Blues and Brews Festival

June 14, 2025 - June 15, 2025
San Jose, California, USA.
Cesar Chavez Plaza comes alive with the blues for the 42nd annual festival.
https://fountainblues.com/

Pleasant Hill Blues & Brews Festival

July 18, 2025 - July 19, 2025
Pleasant Hill, California, USA.
The 14th annual festival is held at Pleasant Hill Park on Friday and Saturday.
https://www.bluesandbrewsfestival.com/

Mammoth Festival of Beers and Bluesapalooza

July 31, 2025 - August 3, 2025
Mammoth Lakes, California, USA.
Enjoy music and food among the pines of Woods at Mammoth Lakes.
https://mammothbluesbrewsfest.com/

Brownsville Blues Festival

August 31, 2025
Brownsville, California, USA.
https://www.facebook.com/brownsvillebluesfestival/

Hanford Blues and Roots Festival

September 20, 2025
Hanford, California, USA.
24th annual free music festival is held on Saturday evening outdoors at Civic Park.
https://www.mainstreethanford.com/calendar/2025/9/20/blues-amp-roots-festival

Kern River Rock N Blues Fest

September 25, 2025 - September 28, 2025
Kernville, California, USA.
This weekend of blues heats up the Frandy Campground.
https://www.kernriverrocknblues.com/

Blues and Bones

September 27, 2025
Angels Camp, California, USA.
Festival held at the Calaveras Fairgrounds.
https://www.bluesandbones.com/

San Felipe Blues and Arts Fiesta

October 24, 2025 - October 25, 2025
San Filipi Baja, California, USA.
19th annual event at the El Dorado Ranch.
https://bluesandarts.org/

Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise Sea of Cortez

October 25, 2025 - November 1, 2025
San Diego, California, USA.
Blues music sea cruise departing from San Diego.
https://bluescruise.com/43-oct-2025-sea-of-cortez/

Venice Blues & BBQ Festival

March 20, 2026 - March 22, 2026
Venice, California, USA.
The festival is held at the Venice Airport Festival Grounds.
https://www.venicebluesandbbq.com/

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Colorado

Beaver Creek Blues, Brews & BBQ

May 23, 2025 - May 25, 2025
Avon, Colorado, USA.
Free family-friendly weekend of live blues at Beaver Creek Village.
https://beavercreekresortcompany.ticketspice.com/2025-blues-brews-bbq

Durango Blues Train

May 29, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Durango, Colorado, USA.
This unique and very special event runs a steam powered locomotive with blues performances through the canyons of the the San Juan National Forest.
https://www.durangobluestrain.com/

Greeley Blues Jam

June 6, 2025 - June 7, 2025
Greeley, Colorado, USA.
A family-friendly atmosphere. Camping is available.
https://greeleybluesjam.org/

Mile High Blues Festival

June 20, 2025 - June 22, 2025
Denver, Colorado, USA.
While there is live blues music at this event, the true focus is on the blues dancing, including workshops and competitions.
https://www.milehighblues.com/

JAS Jazz Aspen Snowmass June Experience

June 26, 2025 - June 29, 2025
Aspen, Colorado, USA.
This multi-day event features music in a variety of styles including many great blues artists.
https://jazzaspensnowmass.org/june-experience-2025/

Blues From the Top

June 27, 2025 - June 29, 2025
Grand County, Colorado, USA.
Top blues artists from around the world are brought to Winter Park for the 23rd annual blues festival.
https://bluesfromthetop.org/

Durango Blues Train

August 21, 2025 - August 23, 2025
Durango, Colorado, USA.
This unique and very special event runs a steam powered locomotive with blues performances through the canyons of the the San Juan National Forest.
https://www.durangobluestrain.com/

Telluride Blues & Brews Festival

September 12, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Telluride, Colorado, USA.
Three days of blues and other genres of music in the heart of the Rocky Mountains in the historic mining town of Telluride. After the music ends in Town Park, it moves into "Juke Joints" in various music venues throughout the town. Camping is available.
https://www.tellurideblues.com/

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Connecticut

Blues on the Beach

July 19, 2025
Stratford, Connecticut, USA.
Annual outdoor festival.
https://www.stratfordct.gov/o/stratford/page/blues-on-the-beach-2

Connecticut Rhythm & Blues

November 8, 2025
New Britain, Connecticut, USA.
Held in a beautiful historic church converted into a performance space.
https://ctbluesfest.com/

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Delaware

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District of Columbia

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Florida

Pigz in Z'Hills BBQ & Blues Fest

February 8, 2025
Zephryhills, Florida, USA.
15th annual festival in downtown Zephryhills.
https://www.eastpascochamber.org/pigz-in-zhills-bbq-blues-festival/

Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival

February 15, 2025
Ave Maria, Florida, USA.
https://www.avemaria.com/events/2025-blues-brews-bbq-festival/

Vero Beach Blues Festival

February 15, 2025 - February 16, 2025
Vero Beach, Florida, USA.
Great blues artists perform. Affordable. Held at the Indian River County Fairgrounds.
https://www.verobluesfest.com/performance-schedule

Newberry Main Street Blues & BBQ Festival

February 22, 2025
Newberry, Florida, USA.
2nd annual festival.
https://newberrymainstreet.com/festivals

Winter Garden Music Festival

February 22, 2025
Winter Garden, Florida, USA.
Blues is among the genres presented.
https://downtownwg.com/30-acts-headline-2025-winter-garden-music-festival/

Leesburg Blues-BQ

February 22, 2025
Leesburg, Florida, USA.
Free festival.
https://leesburgflorida.gov/activities/recreation/blues_b_q.php

Clearwater Sea-Blues Festival

February 28, 2025 - March 2, 2025
Clearwater, Florida, USA.
Free festival on the waterfront.
https://www.tampabaybluesfest.com/

Hugh's Blues

February 28, 2025 - March 2, 2025
Brooksville, Florida, USA.
70th edition. Held at the Sparacia Witherell Family Winery.
https://www.foggylongbritches.com/hughs-blues-2025

Pasco Blues Festival

March 8, 2025
Pasco County, Florida, USA.
9th annual festival at Land O Lakes Heritage Park.
https://floridapenguinproductions.com/9th-annual-pascobluesfest

BBQ and Blues Vendor Fest

March 15, 2025
Lakeland, Florida, USA.
https://www.lakelandgov.net/events/bbq-and-blues-vendor-fest-1/

Blues Bash at the Ranch

March 20, 2026 - March 22, 2026
Brooksville, Florida, USA.
Held at Florida Sand Music Ranch. Camping is available.
https://www.bluesbashattheranch.com/

Palmetto Blues Festival

March 21, 2025
Palmetto, Florida, USA.
https://event.marriott.com/srqpm-palmetto-marriott-resort-and-spa/events/palmetto/bourbon-blues-festival

Blues on Reid

March 22, 2025
Port St. Joe, Florida, USA.
https://www.facebook.com/BluesOnReid/

Freeport Blues & Brews Festival

March 29, 2025
Freeport, Florida, USA.
Held on Saturday at the Horse Power Pavilion.
https://sowal.com/event/blues-brews-festival

Maitland Jazz & Blues Festival

April 4, 2025 - April 5, 2025
Maitland, Florida, USA.
Free music in Independence Square.
https://www.maitlandjazzandblues.com/

Springing the Blues

April 4, 2025 - April 6, 2025
Jackonsonville Beach, Florida, USA.
33rd annual festival at the Seawalk Pavilion.
https://www.springingtheblues.com/

Sounds of the Blues Festival

April 11, 2025 - April 12, 2025
Tallahassee, Florida, USA.
2nd annual fest.
https://thesoundbartallahassee.com/sounds-of-the-blues-fest

Tallahassee Jazz and Blues Festival

April 12, 2025 - April 13, 2025
Tallahassee, Florida, USA.
Held at the 1880's farm, the Tallahassee Museum.
https://tallahasseemuseum.org/events/tallahassee-jazz-blues-festival/

Centennial Ocean Brews & Blues

May 17, 2025
Deerfield Beach, Florida, USA.
An evening of blues.
https://www.deerfield-beach.com/1601/Ocean-Brews-Blues

Myakka River Blues Festival

May 26, 2025
Venice, Florida, USA.
https://www.snookhaven.com/

Blues & Sweet Potato Pie Festival

June 14, 2025
Broward County, Florida, USA.
24th annual free festival.
https://www.pompanobeachfl.gov/events/21st-annual-juneteenth-celebration

Electric Blues Extravaganda

June 14, 2025
Punta Gorda, Florida, USA.
Held at Fisherman's Village.
https://www.fishermensvillage.com/

Backyard Bluesfest

October 11, 2025
Fort Myers, Florida, USA.
Top artists perform on Saturday in the backyard of the Buckingham Blues Bar.
https://www.buckinghambar.com/upcoming-events

Camping With The Blues

October 17, 2025 - October 19, 2025
Brooksville, Florida, USA.
12th annual festival.
https://www.campingwiththeblues.com/

Backyard Bluesfest

October 18, 2025
Fort Myers, Florida, USA.
Top artists perform on Saturday in the backyard of the Buckingham Blues Bar.
https://www.buckinghambar.com/upcoming-events

St. Benedict Blues Festival

October 24, 2025 - October 26, 2025
St. Augustine, Florida, USA.
Annual festival held at St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church.
https://www.visitstaugustine.com/event/blues-fest-saint-benedict-moor-catholic-church

Backyard Bluesfest

November 15, 2025
Fort Myers, Florida, USA.
Top artists perform on Saturday in the backyard of the Buckingham Blues Bar.
https://www.buckinghambar.com/upcoming-events

Backyard Bluesfest

November 22, 2025
Fort Myers, Florida, USA.
Top artists perform on Saturday in the backyard of the Buckingham Blues Bar.
https://www.buckinghambar.com/upcoming-events

Lakewood Ranch Blues Festival

December 6, 2025
Lakewood Ranch, Florida, USA.
Held at Waterside Place.
https://lakewoodranchbluesfest.com/

Sandy Beaches Cruise

January 11, 2026 - January 18, 2026
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA.
This festival-style cruise on the Westerdam departs from Fort Lauderdale.
https://sandybeachescruises.com/

Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise Eastern Carribean

January 24, 2026 - January 31, 2026
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, USA.
Blues music ocean cruise departing from Ft. Lauderdale.
https://bluescruise.com/44-jan-2026-eastern-caribbean/

Blues Bash at the Ranch

March 20, 2026 - March 22, 2026
Brooksville, Florida, USA.
7th annual festival at the Florida Sand Music Ranch. Camping is available.
https://www.bluesbashattheranch.com/

Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea

March 25, 2026 - March 29, 2026
Miami, Florida, USA.
Blues music sea cruise departing from Miami.
https://www.bluesaliveatsea.com/

Tampa Bay Blues Festival

April 10, 2026 - April 12, 2026
St. Petersburg, Florida, USA.
The 30th anniversary attracts top blues
https://www.tampabaybluesfest.com/

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Georgia

Bainbridge Jazz & Blues Festival

February 2, 2025
Bainbridge, Georgia, USA.
5th annual free festival.
https://www.facebook.com/BainbridgeJazzBluesFest/

Savannah Music Festival

March 27, 2025 - April 12, 2025
Savannah, Georgia, USA.
Blues is among the multiple genres.
https://www.savannahmusicfestival.org/

BBQ Boogie & Blues

April 25, 2025 - April 26, 2025
Calhoun, Georgia, USA.
Held in historic downtown Calhoun.
https://bbqboogie.com/

Barnesville BBQ & Blues Festival

May 17, 2025
Barnesville, Georgia, USA.
https://barnesville.org/events/bbqandblues

Blind Willie McTell Blues Festival

September 6, 2025
Thompson, Georgia, USA.
Spread a blanket on the lawn and enjoy the blues at this 31st annual festival.
https://www.blindwillie.com/

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Hawaii

Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival

May 31, 2025
Kohala Coast, Hawaii, USA.
The 12th annual blues festival is held at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel.
https://bigislandjazzandbluesfestival.com/

Maui Jazz & Blues Festival

May 31, 2025
Lahaina, Hawaii, USA.
12th annual blues and jazz festival in a beautiful Hawaiian resort environment.
http://www.mauijazzandbluesfestival.com/

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Idaho

Soundscape Festival

March 28, 2025 - March 29, 2025
Couer d'Alene, Idaho, USA.
Festival includes blues music among the genres.
https://coeurdalene.org/events/soundscape-festival-2025/

Wallace Music Festival

July 11, 2025 - July 12, 2025
Wallace, Idaho, USA.
https://wallacemusicfest.com/

Panhandle Bluesfest

September 4, 2025 - September 7, 2025
Priest River, Idaho, USA.
9th annual festival. Camping is available. No cell service.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1542-prater-mountain-rd-priest-river-id-83856-united-states/9th-annual-panhandle-bluesfest-prater-mountain-id/1332063514561118/

Eagle Jazz & Blues Fest

September 20, 2025
Eagle, Idaho, USA.
https://www.eaglejazz.org/

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Illinois

Chi-Town Blues Festival

March 22, 2025
Chicago, Illinois, USA.
19th annual festival.
https://www.facebook.com/events/arie-crown-theater/the-19th-annual-chi-town-blues-festival/1287461835594791/

Grafton Blues Festival

May 10, 2025
Grafton, Illinois, USA.
Free festival. on Mother's Day.
https://www.facebook.com/events/924548669879679/

Chicago Blues Festival

June 5, 2025 - June 8, 2025
Chicago, Illinois, USA.
More than half a million blues fans converge on Chicago's Millennium Park to listen to free blues at the world's largest free blues festival.
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/chicago_blues_festival.html

Brothers" Field Blues Fest

June 21, 2025 - June 22, 2025
Long Grove, Illinois, USA.
Both free and low cost events.
https://www.brothersfieldlonggrove.com/events/brothers-field-blues-fest

Duke's Blues Festival

June 27, 2025 - June 29, 2025
Carpentersville, Illinois, USA.
This free festival is held at Carpenter Park to benefit Taste the Love.
https://dukes-blues-n-bbq.com/

Willow Springs Blues Fest

July 26, 2025
Willow Springs, Illinois, USA.
https://windycityblues.org/willow-springs-blues-fest

Joliet Blues Festival

August 9, 2025
Joliet, Illinois, USA.
7th annual afforable festival.
https://www.jolietbluesmusicfestival.com/

Prairie Crossroads Blues Festival

August 9, 2025 - August 10, 2025
Champaign, Illinois, USA.
https://bluesfest.prairiecrossroadsblues.org/

McHenry Blues, Brews, & BBQs

August 16, 2025 - August 18, 2025
McHenry, Illinois, USA.
Three days of blues takes over Petersen Park.
https://www.mrbbb.com/

Crossroads Blues Festival

August 23, 2025
Rockford, Illinois, USA.
16th annual festival held at Lyron Park
https://www.crossroadsbluesfestival.com/

Peoria Blues & Heritage Music Festival

August 29, 2025 - August 30, 2025
Peoria, Illinois, USA.
Top blues artists perform at the Peoria Riverfront at the 35th annual festival.
https://peoriabluesandheritagefestival.com/

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Indiana

Firefighters Blues Festival

July 19, 2025
Mishawaka, Indiana, USA.
This family-friendly event is held on Kamm Island Park, raises funds for charity.
https://www.facebook.com/SBFFA/

Madison Ribberfest

August 15, 2025 - August 16, 2025
Madison, Indiana, USA.
23rd anniversary of blues, barbeque, and loads of activities come together in this affordable family-friendly festival.
https://www.madisonribberfest.com/

Southern Indiana Blues Festival

August 21, 2025 - August 23, 2025
Bean Blossom, Indiana, USA.
Held at Bill Monroe's Music Park and Campground.
https://billmonroemusicpark.com/southern-indiana-blues-festival-2025

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Iowa

Bowlful of Blues

August 31, 2025
Newton, Iowa, USA.
https://www.facebook.com/events/maytag-park-maytag-bowl/2025-bowlful-of-blues/1230033988760088/

Mississippi Valley Blues Festival

September 19, 2025 - September 20, 2025
Davenport, Iowa, USA.
40th annual festival.
https://www.mvbs.org/blues-fest-2025/

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Kansas

Big Blue River Days

June 6, 2025 - June 7, 2025
Marysville, Kansas, USA.
Music, beer, and barbeque.
https://www.bigblueriverdays.com/

Spirit of Kansas Blues Festival

July 4, 2025
Topeka, Kansas, USA.
This free event is held every year at Reynolds Lodge on Lake Shawnee.
https://topekabluessociety.org/about-the-spirit-of-kansas-blues-festival/

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Kentucky

Blues Between the Bridges

May 25, 2025
Lexington, Kentucky, USA.
This event is held at Proud Mary BBQ.
https://proudmarybbq.com/lexington-proud-mary-bbq-events

Germantown-Schnitzelburg Blues Festival

June 6, 2025 - June 7, 2025
Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
Free street festival with live blues performances.
https://www.schnitzelburg.org/events-1/germantown-schnitzelburg-blues-festival

W. C. Handy Blues & Barbeque Festival

June 11, 2025 - June 14, 2025
Henderson, Kentucky, USA.
Long standing annual free blues festival. The event is held at Audubon Mill Park on the Ohio River.
https://handyblues.org/

Garvin Gate Blues Festival

October 10, 2025 - October 11, 2025
Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
Free festival held at Garvin Gate.
https://www.thegarvingatebluesfestival.com/

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Louisiana

Baton Rouge Blues Festival

April 4, 2025 - April 6, 2025
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA.
Free festival with numerous stages.
https://www.brblues.org/

Big Easy Blues Festival

April 26, 2025
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
17th annual festival at the UNO Lakefront Arena.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1529661287739793/

Bogalusa Blues and Heritage Festival

September 26, 2025 - September 27, 2025
Bogalusa, Louisiana, USA.
Camping is available.
https://www.bogalusablues.com/

Crescent City Blues and BBQ Festival

October 10, 2025 - October 12, 2025
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
Admission is free to this star-studded festival in New Orleans' Lafayette Square Park.
https://www.jazzandheritage.org/events/crescent-city-blues-bbq-festival-2025/#:~:text=The%20festival%20takes%20place%20at,for%20music%20throughout%20the%20years.

New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival

April 23, 2026 - May 3, 2026
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
This huge, well-established festival offers up great live music for over a week of performances by amazing artists in many genres.
https://www.nojazzfest.com/music/

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Maine

Maine Blues Festival

June 4, 2025
Lisbon Falls, Maine, USA.
Always on Father's Day weekend.
https://www.mainebluesfestival.com/

North Atlantic Blues Festival

July 12, 2025 - July 13, 2025
Rockland, Maine, USA.
National blues artists perform at the Public Landing.
https://www.northatlanticbluesfestival.com/

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Maryland

Silver Spring Blues Festival

June 14, 2025
Silver Spring, Maryland, USA.
This is the 16th annual free all day blues block party in downtown Silver Spring.
https://silverspringbluesfest.yolasite.com/

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Massachusetts

New England Winter Blues Festival

February 1, 2025
Salisbury Beach, Massachusetts, USA.
The 15th annual festival is held at the Blue Ocean Music Hall.
https://www.blueoceanhall.com/event/14th-annual-new-england-winter-blues-festival/

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Michigan

Motor City Blues Festival

March 29, 2025
Detroit, Michigan, USA.
This one-evening event is held at the Fox Theatre.
https://www.313presents.com/events/detail/motor-city-blues-festival

Jackson Blues Festival

June 12, 2025 - June 14, 2025
Jackson, Michigan, USA.
Annual blues festival.
https://www.facebook.com/JacksonBluesfest/

Alpena Blues Fest

June 21, 2025
Alpena, Michigan, USA.
21st annual free blues concert at the Alpena Bandshell.
https://www.alpenablues.org/

Marshall Blues Festival

June 21, 2025
Marshall, Michigan, USA.
20th anniversary of this free family-friendly event on the streets of downtown Marshall.
https://www.marshallbluesfest.com/

Kalamazoo Blues Festival

July 18, 2025 - July 19, 2025
Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA.
This event is held at the Arcadian Festival Site in downtown Kalamazoo.
https://kvba.org/kalamazoo-blues-fest-2025/

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Minnesota

Smokin' In Steele BBQ and Blues Festival

May 30, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Owatonna, Minnesota, USA.
This family-friendly barbeque and blues festival is held at the Steele County Fairgrounds.
https://www.smokininsteele.com/

Lake Street Roots, Rock, and Deep Blues XII

June 7, 2025
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA.
Block party format with great blues artists on several stages.
https://thehookmpls.com/event/rrdb-xii/

Ambassadors' Blues Fest

June 14, 2025
St. Peter, Minnesota, USA.
Held in Minnesota Square Park.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2355119121535233/

Bayfront Blues Festival

August 8, 2025 - August 10, 2025
Duluth, Minnesota, USA.
Top blues artists perform at the 36th annual festival.
https://www.bayfrontblues.com/

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Mississippi

Pinetop Boogie and Crawfish Boil

May 10, 2025
Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA.
Great roster of blues artists performing at the Ground Zero Blues Club.
https://www.pinetopperkinsfoundation.org/home

Mother's Day Blues Festival

May 11, 2025
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, USA.
38th annual festival held at the Hattiesburg Fairgrounds.
https://www.jtrproductions.com/

Michigan City Blues Southern Soul Fest

June 7, 2025
Michigan City, Mississippi, USA.
2nd annual festival.
https://www.1035wrbo.com/2025/05/08/michigan-city-blues-6-7-25/

Bentonia Blues Festival

June 19, 2025 - June 21, 2025
Bentonia, Mississippi, USA.
53rd annual blues festival.
https://visityazoo.org/bentonia-blues-festival/

North Mississippi Hill Country Picnic

June 27, 2025 - June 28, 2025
Waterford, Mississippi, USA.
All-star blues line-up performing at the Betty Davis Ponderosa.
https://nmshillcountrypicnic.com/

Laurel Blues Festival

July 26, 2025
Laurel, Mississippi, USA.
Held at the Laurel Fairgrounds.
https://www.laurelbluesfestival.com/

Sunflower River Blues & Gospel Festival

August 8, 2025 - August 10, 2025
Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA.
37th annual free blues festival in downtown Clarksdale.
https://www.visitclarksdale.com/new-events/2024/sunflowerfest

Memphis Tri-State Blues Festival

August 16, 2025
Southaven, Mississippi, USA.
Held at the Landers Center.
https://www.landerscenter.com/events/detail/blues-fest-25

Black Prairie Blues Festival

October 4, 2025
West Point, Mississippi, USA.
https://blackprairiebluesmuseum.com/

Pinetop Perkins Homecoming

October 12, 2025
Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA.
https://www.pinetopperkinsfoundation.org/

Juke Joint Festival

April 11, 2026
Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA.
A loved blues fest is also associated with many other events in the area.
https://www.jukejointfestival.com/

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Missouri

Gateway Blues Festival

March 28, 2025
St. Louis, Missouri, USA.
Held at the Chaifetz Arena.
https://do314.com/events/2025/3/28/the-17th-annual-gateway-blues-festival-the-blues-is-alright-tour-tickets

Gladstone Summertime Blues Fest

May 16, 2025 - May 17, 2025
Gladstone, Missouri, USA.
The blues festival is held on Friday and Saturday at Linden Square.
https://www.gladstonechamber.com/bluesfest

Stomp The Blues Out Of Homelessness

May 18, 2025
Springfield, Missouri, USA.
14th annual blues festival to support the homeless held at the Barnhouse Baseball Park.
https://stompthebluesoutofhomelessness.com/

HawkFest

June 13, 2025
Saint Josephs, Missouri, USA.
Admission is free to this festival at Coleman Hawkins Park.
https://www.colemanhawkins.org/

Blues at the Arch Festival

August 8, 2025 - August 10, 2025
St. Louis, Missouri, USA.
Four days of free music at Gateway Arch National Park.
https://www.archpark.org/events/blues-at-the-arch

Central West End Jazz & Blues Festival

September 6, 2025
St. Louis, Missouri, USA.
Street festival. Bring your own chairs.
https://cwescene.com/cwe-jazz-and-blues-festival/

Old Webster Jazz and Blues Festival

September 20, 2025
St. Louis, Missouri, USA.
Family-friendly street festival.
https://oldwebsterjazzfest.com/

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Montana

Symes Hot Springs Blues Festival

July 26, 2025
Hot Springs, Montana, USA.
http://www.symeshotspringsbluesfestival.com/

Riverfront Blues Festival

August 8, 2025 - August 9, 2025
Libby, Montana, USA.
The 16th annual festival is two days of blues on the banks of the Kootenai River.
https://riverfrontbluesfestival.com/

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Nebraska

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Nevada

Great Eldorado BBQ, Brews & Blues Festival

June 13, 2025 - June 14, 2025
Reno, Nevada, USA.
Free street festival with beer tasting and barbeque starts summer off with one big party on Friday and Saturday in downtown Reno.
https://www.caesars.com/reno/events/bbq-brews-and-blues-festival

Big Blues Bender

September 4, 2025 - September 7, 2025
Las Vegas , Nevada, USA.
This is a high class event at the Westgate Hotel & Casino. To attend, purchase a package with accommodation included. It's just an elevator ride between stages to see an amazing lineup of top blues artists all in one place. Six stages.
https://bigbluesbender.com/

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New Hampshire

White Mountain Boogie N Blues Festival

August 15, 2025 - August 17, 2025
North Thornton, New Hampshire, USA.
Top blues artists perform during the weekend, Friday through Sunday. Rustic camping is available.
https://www.whitemountainboogie.com/

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New Jersey

Anglesea Blues Festival

July 11, 2025 - July 13, 2025
North Wildwood, New Jersey, USA.
This event features top blues acts on the free outdoor main stage. Neighboring clubs and pubs also offer performances.
https://angleseablues.com/

Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival

August 16, 2025
Morristown, New Jersey, USA.
This free, family-friendly event is held on the green in Morristown. Bring your blankets and beach chairs.
https://www.morristownjazzandblues.com/

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New Mexico

CrawDaddy Blues Fest

May 17, 2025 - May 18, 2025
Madrid, New Mexico, USA.
The 19th annual blues festival has three stages.
https://www.themineshafttavern.com/crawdaddy-blues-fest-2025

Silver City Blues Festival

May 24, 2025 - May 25, 2025
Silver City, New Mexico, USA.
Annual festival at Gough Park. Additional events at other venues.
https://www.silvercitybluesfestival.org/

Bluews Fest

July 12, 2025
Angel Fire, New Mexico, USA.
An evening of the blues.
https://www.angelfireresort.com/event/bluews-fest-blues-brews-the-fabulous-thunderbirds/

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New York

Buffalo Blues & Roots Festival

June 4, 2025
Buffalo, New York, USA.
4th annual festival held at the Buffalo Riverworks.
https://buffaloriverworks.com/event/buffalo-blues-roots-festival-2025/

New York State Blues Festival

June 12, 2025 - June 14, 2025
Syracuse, New York, USA.
Admission is free to the annual festival at the NYS Fairgrounds.
https://www.nysbluesfest.com/

Backroads Blues Festival

August 10, 2025
Lewiston, New York, USA.
Kenny Wayne Shepherd offers the third "traditional touring blues festival" on Saturday at ArtPark.
https://www.kennywayneshepherd.net/backroads-blues-festival

Chenango Blues Festival

August 15, 2025 - August 16, 2025
Norwich, New York, USA.
32nd annual outdoor festival draws top blues talent to the Chenango County Fairgrounds. Camping is available.
https://www.chenangobluesfest.org/

Blues On The Bridge

September 13, 2025
Binghamton, New York, USA.
The 24th annual free festival is held on the South Washington Street Bridge.
https://bluesonthebridge.com/

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North Carolina

Queen City Blues Festival

February 14, 2025
Charlotte, North Carolina, USA.
7th annual festival is held at the Bojangles Coliseum.

John Coltrane International Jazz & Blues Festival

August 30, 2025 - August 31, 2025
High Point, North Carolina, USA.
14th annual festival.
https://coltranejazzfest.com/

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North Dakota

Buggies N Blues

June 6, 2025
Mandan, North Dakota, USA.
Classic cars, brews, activities, and music go together at this community event.
https://www.visitmandan.com/buggies-n-blues

Fargo Winter Blues Festival

August 1, 2025 - August 2, 2025
Fargo, North Dakota, USA.
Top blues artists perform at Newman Outdoor Field.
https://fargoblues.com/

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Ohio

Cincy Blues Challenge

June 8, 2025
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.
26th annual free event.
https://cincyblues.org/challenge/

Creekside Blues & Jazz Festival

June 13, 2025 - June 15, 2025
Gahanna, Ohio, USA.
This affordable 26th annual music festival features world-class jazz and blues on three stages, in the heart of downtown Gahanna.
https://www.creeksidebluesandjazz.com/

Downtown Canton Blues & BBQ Festival

July 11, 2025 - July 12, 2025
Canton, Ohio, USA.
Blues at Canton Centennial Plaza on Friday and Saturday.
https://cantoncentennialplaza.com/event/downtown-canton-blues-bbq-festival/

Cincy Blues Fest

July 12, 2025 - July 13, 2025
Fairfield, Ohio, USA.
Great blues artists perform at Village Green Park.
https://cincyblues.org/cincy-blues-fest/

Kent Blues Festival

July 12, 2025
Kent, Ohio, USA.
16th annual free blues festival.
https://www.kentbluesfest.com/

Canal Winchester Blues & Ribfest

July 25, 2025 - July 26, 2025
Canal Winchester, Ohio, USA.
Historic Downtown Canal Winchester closes off the streets on Friday and Saturday and comes alive with the blues, ribs and more at this free festival that draws over 32,000 visitors to hear top blues artists perform on Friday and Saturday.
https://www.bluesandribfest.com/

Big Bend Blues & Brews Bash

August 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Pomeroy, Ohio, USA.
This 25th annual blues festival is held at the Riverside Amphitheater.
https://bigbendbluesbash.com/

Springfield Jazz & Blues Festival

August 8, 2025 - August 9, 2025
Springfield, Ohio, USA.
Two stages in downtown Springfield.
https://www.springfieldjazzbluesfest.com/

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Oklahoma

Bixby BBQ'n Blues Festival

May 15, 2025
Bixby, Oklahoma, USA.
25th annual family-friendly event held at Washington Irving Memorial Park.
https://www.bixbyrotarybbq.com/

Dusk Til Dawn Blues Festival

August 29, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Rentiesville, Oklahoma, USA.
Over 40 bands on 3 stages. Affordable. A real party.
https://dcminnerblues.com/

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Oregon

Rose City Blues

February 21, 2025 - February 22, 2025
Portland, Oregon, USA.
Blues dancing, workshops, and live blues by top blues artists in this unique event at the historic Alberta Abbey.
https://pdxblues.com/rose-city-blues

Boots & Blues

March 7, 2025
Ontario, Oregon, USA.
Held at the Four Rivers Cultural Center.
https://bgcwtv.org/boots-blues-2025/

Safeway Waterfront Blues Festival

July 4, 2025 - July 5, 2025
Portland, Oregon, USA.
The festival is held on the banks of the Williamette River at the Tom McCall Waterfront Park.
https://waterfrontbluesfest.com/

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Pennsylvania

Lehigh River Blues Jam

February 1, 2025
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, USA.
16th annual festival is held at the Ice House.
https://bevconklin.com/lehigh-river-blues-jam

Westsylvania Jazz & Blues Festival

May 23, 2025 - May 25, 2025
Indiana, Pennsylvania, USA.
Free blues festival now with art.
https://westsylvaniajazzandblues.org/

Chester County Blues Barbeque

June 7, 2025
Elverson, Pennsylvania, USA.
This 14th annual event is held at the beautiful Wyndsor Farm.
https://chestercountyblues.com/

Franklin Blues & Barbecue Festival

June 14, 2025 - June 15, 2025
Franklin, Pennsylvania, USA.
This free event showcases top blues talent in Bandstand Park in downtown Franklin.
https://franklinbluesandbbq.org/

Blues, Brews & Barbecue

June 15, 2025
Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA.
Free outdoor festival with four stages.
https://www.downtownallentown.com/event-details/blues-brews-barbecue

Honesdale Roots & Rhythm

June 21, 2025
Honesdale, Pennsylvania, USA.
Free family-friendly festival in downtown Honesdale.
https://honesdalerootsandrhythm.com/

Briggs Farm Blues Festival

July 10, 2025 - July 12, 2025
Briggsville, Pennsylvania, USA.
This 28th annual popular event is hosted on the Briggs Farm. Camping is available.
https://www.briggsfarm.com/

Blast Furnace Blues Festival

July 18, 2025
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, USA.
Two days of free music at the ArtsQuest Center.
https://www.steelstacks.org/festivals/blast-furnace-blues/

Erie Blues & Jazz Festival

August 2, 2025 - August 3, 2025
Erie, Pennsylvania, USA.
Free festival at Frontier Park. Over 30 years of music.
https://www.eriebluesandjazz.com/

Main Line Music Festival

September 27, 2025
Tredyffrin Township, Pennsylvania, USA.
Held at the Wilson Farm Park.
https://mainlinemusicfest.com/

Reading Blues Fest

November 21, 2025 - November 23, 2025
Reading, Pennsylvania, USA.
8th annual festival.
https://www.readingbluesfest.com/home

Lancaster Roots & Blues Festival

February 27, 2026 - March 1, 2026
Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA.
A variety of venues in downtown Lancaster come alive with a huge roster of blues and roots artists.
https://lancasterrootsandblues.com/

Boscov's Berks Jazz Fest

March 19, 2026 - March 29, 2026
Reading, Pennsylvania, USA.
Blues included in the genres at this 35th annual festival.
https://www.berksjazzfest.com/

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Rhode Island

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South Carolina

Greenwood Blues Cruise

July 10, 2025 - July 12, 2025
Greenwood, South Carolina, USA.
This cruise-style event presents blues music at a variety of venues as part of the South Carolina Festival of Discovery.
https://www.uptowngreenwood.com/events/sc_festival_of_discovery/blues_cruise/index.php

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South Dakota

Deadwood Blues Festival

July 11, 2025 - July 13, 2025
Deadwood, South Dakota, USA.
New city-wide event.
https://www.deadwood.com/business/attractions/deadwood-blues-fest/

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Tennessee

Chattanooga Blues Festival

April 13, 2025
Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA.
Held at the McKenzie Arena as part of the Blues is Alright tour.
https://www.facebook.com/bluesisalright/posts/chattanooga-april-13th-at-utc-mckenzie-arena-the-chattanooga-blues-festival-is-p/547657921465921/

Exit 56 Blues Fest

May 24, 2025 - May 25, 2025
Brownsville, Tennessee, USA.
This 15th annual festival celebrates the heritage of country blues. While the event is free, book a "ticket" to reserve your spot.
https://www.exit56blues.com/

Between the Lakes Blues Festival

May 31, 2025
Morristown, Tennessee, USA.
An afternoon street festival in downtown Morristown.
https://www.rosecenter.org/between-the-lakes-blues-festival

Arts Bellevue Jazz & Blues Festival

June 14, 2025
Nashville, Tennessee, USA.
4th annual festival held at the Edwin Warner Park.
https://artsbellevue.org/jazz-and-blues-festival/

Bessie Smith's Big 9 Music Fest

June 21, 2025 - June 22, 2025
Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA.
Free street festival on MLK Boulevard.
https://www.bessiesmithcc.org/festival

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Texas

KNON BluesFest

January 1, 2025 - January 2, 2025
Dallas, Texas, USA.
25th annual celebration of blues at Poor Davids Pub.
https://www.facebook.com/events/3903975819859083/

Luckenbach Blues Festival

January 18, 2025
Luckenbach, Texas, USA.
18th annual "Dance Hall Show" offering up a limited number of tickets.
https://www.luckenbachtexas.com/

Austin Blues Festival

April 26, 2025 - April 27, 2025
Austin, Texas, USA.
Held at Waterloo Park.
https://www.austinbluesfestival.com/

Wortham Blues Festival

September 13, 2025
Wortham, Texas, USA.
On Saturday, the historic brick streets of downtown Wortham come alive with the blues at this affordable event.
https://www.worthambluesfest.org/

Denton Blues Festival

September 19, 2025 - September 21, 2025
Denton, Texas, USA.
27th annual festival.
https://www.dentonbluesfest.com/

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Utah

Utah Blues Festival

June 27, 2025 - June 28, 2025
Salt Lake City, Utah, USA.
The 9th annual blues festival is held at the Gallivan Center.
https://www.utahbluesfest.org/

Southern Utah Blues Festival

November 8, 2025
Ivins, Utah, USA.
Held at the Tuacahn Amphitheatre.
https://www.tuacahn.org/concert/subf-2025/

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Vermont

South Vermont Arts Center Presents the Blues

August 7, 2025
Manchester, Vermont, USA.
An afternoon of blues at the Arkell main stage.
https://www.svac.org/class/the-blues/

Plymouth Folk and Blues Festival

August 30, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Plymouth Notch, Vermont, USA.
The 20th annual festival is held at the Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site.
https://plymouthfolk.com/

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Virginia

Winter Blues Jazz Fest

January 17, 2025 - January 20, 2025
Williamsburg, Virginia, USA.
11th annual at the William & Mary Alumni House.
https://www.winterbluesjazzfest.com/

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Virgin Islands

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Washington

Sunbanks Blues, Country, Americana Festival

May 14, 2025 - May 17, 2025
Electric City, Washington, USA.
Annual festival held at the Sunbanks Lake Resort. Camp and enjoy the music.
https://www.sunbanksfestival.com/blues-fest.html

Gorge Blues and Brews Festival

June 20, 2025 - June 21, 2025
Stevenson, Washington, USA.
Two stages at the Skamania Fairgrounds. Must be 21 to attend.
https://www.facebook.com/GorgeBluesandBrewsFestival

Winthrop Rhythm & Blues Festival

July 18, 2025 - July 20, 2025
Winthrop, Washington, USA.
Top blues artists perform at the 38th annual blues festival held at the Blues Ranch on the Methow River. Camping is available.
https://winthropbluesfestival.com/

Port Townsend Acoustic Blues Festival

July 27, 2025 - August 3, 2025
Port Townsend, Washington, USA.
This 32nd annual unique event combines workshops and performances.
https://centrum.org/program/acoustic-blues/

Peninsula Rhythm & Blues Festival

August 15, 2025 - August 16, 2025
Port of Peninsula, Washington, USA.
8th annual festival on the grounds of Port of Peninsula, overlooking Willapa Bay. Camping is available.
https://peninsulabluesfest.org/

Sunbanks Blues & Roots Festival

September 4, 2025 - September 7, 2025
Electric City, Washington, USA.
Annual festival held at the Sunbanks Lake Resort.
https://www.sunbanksfestival.com/blues-fest-309990.html

Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea Alaska

September 15, 2025 - September 19, 2025
Seattle, Washington, USA.
Blues music ocean cruise departing from Seattle.
https://www.bluesaliveatseaalaska.com/

Bellevue Jazz & Blues Series

October 8, 2025 - October 12, 2025
Bellevue, Washington, USA.
https://www.bellevuedowntown.com/jazz-and-blues-music-series

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West Virginia

Columbia Pike Blues Festival

June 14, 2025
Arlington, West Virginia, USA.
Admission is free to this 28th annual street festival.
https://www.columbia-pike.org/bluesfest/

Appalachian Blues Festival

July 18, 2025 - July 20, 2025
Huntington, West Virginia, USA.
2nd annual festival is held at the Robert Newlon Airpark. Camping is available.
https://www.huntingtonbluessociety.com/appalachianbluesfestival

Heritage Music BluesFest

August 8, 2025 - August 10, 2025
Wheeling, West Virginia, USA.
Star-studded lineup.
https://www.heritagemusicfest.com/

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Wisconsin

Paramount Blues Challenge

March 22, 2025
Port Washington, Wisconsin, USA.
Held at Edison Hall.
https://www.paramountmusic.org/

Prairie Dog Blues Festival

July 24, 2025 - July 26, 2025
Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, USA.
This 27th annual free festival is held on the historic St. Feriole Island on the Mississippi River.
https://www.prairiedogblues.com/

Blues on the Chippewa

July 31, 2025 - August 2, 2025
Durand, Wisconsin, USA.
Free festival held at Veteran's Memorial Park on the shore of the Chippewa River.
https://www.bluesonthechippewa.com/

Waukesha Blues Fest

August 8, 2025 - August 9, 2025
Delafield, Wisconsin, USA.
Blues event is held on Friday and Saturday at Naga-Waukee Park.
https://www.waukeshabluesfest.com/

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Wyoming

Sweetwater Blues N' Brews

June 15, 2025
Rock Springs, Wyoming, USA.
Held at Bunning Park.
https://www.downtownrs.com/sweetwater-blues-n-brews/

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