European Bluegrass Festivals 2025: Dates, Locations, and Essential Info
Europe’s bluegrass scene is thriving in 2025! From the scenic countryside to historic city streets, bluegrass festivals across the continent are set to bring fans and artists together for an unforgettable celebration of music.
Our 2026 guide to Bluegrass festivals in Europe is now live! Find all the latest festival dates and details here.
Attribution: Paul VanDerWerf, CC BY 2.0
Europe’s deep-rooted musical heritage sets the perfect stage for a thriving bluegrass scene.
From charming towns to breathtaking countryside, the continent comes alive with the sounds of banjos, fiddles, and harmonies each year.
In 2025, bluegrass enthusiasts and performers will gather once again at some of Europe’s most stunning destinations to celebrate this beloved genre.
As many festivals are still finalizing their details, this guide will be updated regularly to keep you informed, so be sure to check back often!
List of festivals, sorted by country:
Sweden
Grenna Wintergrass Festival
When: 1 February 2025
Program: https://www.grennabluegrass.se/#home
Tickets: https://www.tickster.com/se/sv/events/8falgj8cwdknbb6/2025-02-01/grenna-wintergrass-festival
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Torsåker's Bluegrass Festival
When: 4-5 July 2025
Program: https://torsakerbluegrassfestival.se/program-2023/
Tickets: https://secure.tickster.com/sv/kh5xgjzwp9utw1g/products
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Nääsville Bluegrass Festival
When: 11-12 July 2025
Information: https://naasville.se/festivalen.html
Program: https://naasville.se/program.html
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Grenna Bluegrass Festival
When: 13-16 August 2025
Program: https://www.grennabluegrass.se/#home
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Switzerland
Bluegrass Openair I de Müli
When: 16 August 2025
Line up: https://www.bluegrassidemueli.ch/openair.htm
Tickets: https://eventfrog.ch/de/p/konzert/country/bluegrass-openair-urnaesch-7301598591151294010.html
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Greenvalley Jam Weekend
When: 2-4 May 2025
Connect with Greenvalley Festival of Bluegrass Music
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Finland
Rootsinpyhtaa Bluegrass Festival
When: 6-8 June 2025
Program: https://rootsinpyhtaa.fi/2025/ohjelma.html
Tickets: https://www.tiketti.fi/rootsinpyhtaa-bluegrass-2025-stromforsin-ruukki-lippuja/106418
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Norway
Strenger i Gress Bluegrass Festival
When: 8-13 July 2025
Tickets: https://strengerigress.ticketco.events/no/nb/e/strenger_i_gress_2025
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Norsk Countrytreff
When: 9-13 July 2025
Line up: https://en.norskcountrytreff.no/artistar-2025
Tickets: https://en.norskcountrytreff.no/billettar
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Netherlands
European World Of Bluegrass
When: 29-31 May 2025
Line up: https://ewob.eu/ewob/index.php/line-up-2024/
Tickets: https://ewob.eu/ewob/index.php/admission-2024/
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Rotterdam Bluegrass Festival
When: 4-6 July 2025
Line up: https://www.bluegrassfestival.nl/en/line-up
Tickets: https://www.bluegrassfestival.nl/en/tickets
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Hungary
International Bluegrass and Acoustic Music Festival
When: 8-10 August 2025
Line up: no info yet
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Website
Czech Republic
Banjo Jamboree
When: 13-14 June 2025
Program: https://www.bacr.cz/bj-kapely-en.php
Tickets: https://eshop.bacr.cz/vstupenky/
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Bluegrass na Vinici
When: 16 August 2025
Program: https://bgnavinici.unas.cz/index.php?page=2
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Bluegrass Marathon
When: 5-6 September 2025
Program: https://www.bgmarathon.cz/
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Babí léto na Kyselce
When: 20 September 2025
Program: http://www.babileto.cz/?go=program
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Germany
International Bühler Bluegrass Festival
When: 16-17 May 2025
Information & Tickets: https://www.buehl.de/bluegrass-festival
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GrevenGrass Bluegrass Festival
When: 6-8 June 2025
Registration Camping: https://www.grevengrass.de/en/anmeldung-campen-en.html
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Adiaha's Bluegrass Camp
When: 3-5 October 2025
Registrations & lineup: https://www.bluegrasscamp.de/bluegrass-camp/index.php/
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Sulzbach Bluegrass Festival
When: 18 October 2025
Information: https://bluegrassfestival.info
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Website
Prague
European Bluegrass Summit 2025
When: 27 February - 3 March 2025
Program & Tickets: www.ebma.org/ebs/
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France
Bluegrass in La Roche
When: 30 July - 3 August 2025
Line up: https://www.larochebluegrass.org/
Tickets: https://www.larochebluegrass.org/buy-tickets.html
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Spain
Barcelona Bluegrass Camp
When: 21-22 March 2025
Info: https://alrasfestival.com/bluegrass-camp/
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Al Ras Bluegrass & Old Time Festival
When: 6-9 November 2025
Info: No info yet
Al Ras Bluegrass & Old Time Festival
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Portugal
Lisboa Bluegrass Sessions
When: 26 June 2025
Where: Rossio Hostel
Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1644250119624102/?active_tab=about // https://www.instagram.com/p/DLNDf5GMFVA/
Trafaria Bluegrass Festival
When: 12-14 September 2025
Program: https://trafariabluegrass.pt/festival-en/#program
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Scotland
SpringGrass Bluegrass Festival
When: 16-18 May 2025
Line up: https://www.tradmusic.com/springgrass-bluegrass-music-festival.php?cd=sg
Tickets: https://www.tradmusic.com/book-festival-tickets.php
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Arisaig Americana Music Festival
When: 6-8 June 2025
Line up: https://arisaigamericana.com/line-up/
Tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/arisaigamericana/1608012
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Ireland
Ardara Bluegrass Weekend 2025
When: 31 January - 2 February 2025
Information: http://ardara.ie/festivals-and-events/american-country-and-blues-weekend/
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Bluegrass Omagh
When: 24-25 May 2025
Lineup: https://www.ulsteramericanfolkpark.org/whats-on/bluegrass-omagh-2025-line
Tickets: https://nationalmuseumsni.digitickets.co.uk/category/60198?branches_branchID=3470
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Bluegrass Omagh Family Day
When: 26 May 2025
Information: https://www.ulsteramericanfolkpark.org/whats-on/bluegrass-omagh-family-bank-holiday-monday
Tickets: https://nationalmuseumsni.digitickets.co.uk/event-tickets/62539?branches_branchID=3470
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Westport Folk and Bluegrass Festival
When: 5-8 June 2025
Program: https://www.westportfolkandbluegrass.com/programme/
Tickets: https://www.westportfolkandbluegrass.com/tickets
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Dunmore East Bluegrass Festival
When: 22-24 August 2025
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United Kingdom
FOAOTMAD Gainsborough Festival
When: 14-16 February 2025
Lineup: https://gainsborough2025.weebly.com/lineup.html
Tickets: https://gainsborough2025.weebly.com/tickets.html
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Sore Fingers Week
When: 14-18 April 2025
Courses: https://www.sorefingers.co.uk/coursedetail.php?id=26
Booking: https://www.sorefingers.co.uk/booking.php?id=26
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Crossover Festival
When: 2-5 May 2025
Line up: https://www.crossoverfest.com/copy-of-line-up-2024
Tickets: https://www.crossoverfest.com/ticket-info
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Spring Picking Weekend
When: 8 -11 May 2025
Program: https://www.justpickin.com/spring_picking_weekend_midlands.html
Tickets: https://www.justpickin.com/midlands_tickets.html
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FOAOTMAD Spring Camp
When: 16-19 May 2025
Info: https://foaotmad.weebly.com/camps.html
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Spring into Bluegrass Day
When: 17 May 2025
Line up: https://www.battlefieldbluegrass.co.uk/schedule.php?code=MAY25
Tickets: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/battlefieldbluegrass/spring-into-bluegrass/e-koaray
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Battlefield Bluegrass Festival Naseby
When: 17-20 July 2025
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Hexham Bluegrass Festival
When: 26-27 July 2025
Program: https://www.bluegrassinhexham.uk/about-1
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FOAOTMAD Summer Camp
When: 8-18 August 2025
Information: https://foaotmad.weebly.com/camps.html
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Didmarton Bluegrass Festival
When: 29-31 August 2025
Line up: https://didmarton-bluegrass.co.uk/line-up/
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/didmarton-bluegrass-festival-2025-tickets-1054151669019
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Sweet Sunny South Old Time American Music Festival
When: 5-7 September 2025
Line up: https://www.sweetsunnysouth.org/line-up.html
Tickets: https://www.sweetsunnysouth.org/tickets.html
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Autumn Picking Weekend
When: 11-14 September 2025
Program: https://www.justpickin.com/autumn_event_itinerary.html
Tickets: https://www.justpickin.com/autumn_event_tickets.html
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About Eugenia Roditis
Eugenia's passion for music was ignited from an early age as she grew up in a family of musicians. She loves attending concerts and festivals, while constantly seeking fresh and exciting new artists across diverse genres. Eugenia joined the MusicnGear team in 2012.
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