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.

By Eugenia RoditisMusicngear Editor
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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

Connect with the Grenna Bluegrass Festival
Facebook / Instagram / Website


Torsåker's Bluegrass Festival

When: 4-5 July 2025

Program: no info yet

Tickets: no info yet

Connect with Torsåker's Bluegrass Festival
Facebook / Instagram / Website

 

Nääsville Bluegrass Festival

When: 11-12 July 2025

Information: https://naasville.se/festivalen.html

Program: https://naasville.se/program.html

Connect with the Nääsville Bluegrass Festival
Facebook / Instagram / Website


Grenna Bluegrass Festival

When: 3rd Saturday of August (more info coming soon)

Program: no info yet

Tickets: no info yet

Connect with the Grenna Bluegrass Festival
Facebook / Instagram / Website


Switzerland


Bluegrass Openair I de Müli 

When: 16 August 2025

Line up: no info yet

Tickets: no info yet

Connect with Bluegrass i de Müli
​​​Facebook / Instagram / Website


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

Connect with Rootsinpyhtaa Bluegrass Festival
Website


Norway


Strenger i Gress Bluegrass Festival

When: 8-13 July 2025

Program: more info soon

Tickets: more info soon

Connect with Strenger i Gress Bluegrass Festival
Facebook / Instagram / Website


Norsk Countrytreff 

When: 9-13 July 2025

Line up: https://en.norskcountrytreff.no/artistar-2025

Tickets: https://en.norskcountrytreff.no/billettar

Connect with Norsk Countrytreff​​​​​​
Facebook / Instagram / Website


Netherlands


European World Of Bluegrass 

When: 29-31 May 2025

Line up: no info yet

Tickets: no info yet

Connect with the European World Of Bluegrass
Facebook / Website


Rotterdam Bluegrass Festival

When: 4-6 July 2025

Line up: https://www.bluegrassfestival.nl/en/line-up

Tickets: https://www.bluegrassfestival.nl/en/tickets

Connect with the Rotterdam Bluegrass Festival
Facebook / Instagram / Website


Hungary


International Bluegrass and Acoustic Music Festival

When: 8-10 August 2025

Line up: no info yet

Connect with the International Bluegrass and Acoustic Music Festival
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/ 

Connect with Banjo Jamboree
Facebook / Website

 

Bluegrass na Vinici

When: 16 August 2025

Program: no info yet

Connect with Bluegrass na Vinici​​​​​
Website


Germany


International Bühler Bluegrass Festival

When: 16-17 May 2025

Information & Tickets: https://www.buehl.de/bluegrass-festival

Connect with the Bühler Bluegrass Festival
Facebook / Website

 

GrevenGrass Bluegrass Festival

When: 6-8 June 2025

Program: no info yet

Tickets: no info yet

Connect with GrevenGrass Bluegrass Festival
Facebook / Website


Adiaha's Bluegrass Camp

When: 3-5 October 2025

Lineup: https://www.bluegrasscamp.de/bluegrass-camp/index.php/

Connect with Adiaha's Bluegrass Camp
Facebook / Website


Prague


European Bluegrass Summit 2025

When: 27 February - 3 March 2025

Program & Tickets:  www.ebma.org/ebs/

Connect with EBMA 
Website / Facebook / Instagram


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

Connect with the La Roche Bluegrass Festival
Facebook / Instagram / Website

 

Spain


Barcelona Bluegrass Camp 

When: 20-23 March 2025

Info: https://alrasfestival.com/bluegrass-camp/

Connect with the Barcelona Bluegrass Camp
Facebook / Instagram / Website

 

Al Ras Bluegrass & Old Time Festival

When: 6-9 November 2025

Info: No info yet

Al Ras Bluegrass & Old Time Festival
Facebook / Instagram / Website

 

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

Connect with the SpringGrass Bluegrass Festival
Facebook / Website


Ireland


Ardara Bluegrass Weekend 2025

When: 31 January - 2 February 2025

Information: http://ardara.ie/festivals-and-events/american-country-and-blues-weekend/

Connect with Ardara Bluegrass
Facebook / Website

 

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

Connect with Bluegrass Omagh
Facebook

 

Westport Folk and Bluegrass Festival

When: 6-8 June 2025

Program: no info yet

Tickets: no info yet

Connect with the Westport Folk and Bluegrass Festival​​​​​​
Facebook / X / Website

 

United Kingdom


FOAOTMAD Gainsborough Festival

When: 14-16 February 2025

Lineup: https://gainsborough2025.weebly.com/lineup.html

Tickets: https://gainsborough2025.weebly.com/tickets.html

Connect with the FOAOTMAD Gainsborough Festival​​​​​​
Website

 

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

Connect with Sore Fingers ​​​​
Facebook / Website

 

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

Connect with the Crossover Festival​​​​​​
Facebook / Instagram / Website


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 

Connect with Just Pickin
Website / Facebook

 

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

Connect with Spring into Bluegrass Day
Facebook / Website
 

Battlefield Bluegrass Festival Naseby

When: 17-20 July 2025

Tickets: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/battlefieldbluegrass/battlefield-bluegrass-festival-naseby/2025-07-17/09:00/t-mopyana

Connect with Battlefield Bluegrass Festival Naseby
Facebook / Website


Hexham Bluegrass Festival

When: 25-27 July 2025

Tickets: no info yet

Connect with the Hexham Bluegrass Festival​​​​
Facebook / Instagram / Website

 

Didmarton Bluegrass Festival

When: 29-31 August 2025

Line up: no info yet

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/didmarton-bluegrass-festival-2025-tickets-1054151669019

Connect with the Didmarton Bluegrass Festival
Facebook / X / Website


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

Connect with Just Pickin
Website / Facebook

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.

Contact Eugenia Roditis at eugenia.roditis@kinkl.com

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