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.


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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
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Torsåker's Bluegrass Festival
When: 4-5 July 2025
Program: no info yet
Tickets: no info yet
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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: 3rd Saturday of August (more info coming soon)
Program: no info yet
Tickets: no info yet
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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
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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
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
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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
Connect with Norsk Countrytreff
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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
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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
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
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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
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GrevenGrass Bluegrass Festival
When: 6-8 June 2025
Program: no info yet
Tickets: no info yet
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Adiaha's Bluegrass Camp
When: 3-5 October 2025
Lineup: https://www.bluegrasscamp.de/bluegrass-camp/index.php/
Connect with Adiaha's Bluegrass Camp
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Prague
European Bluegrass Summit 2025
When: 27 February - 3 March 2025
Program & Tickets: www.ebma.org/ebs/
Connect with EBMA
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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
Connect with the La Roche Bluegrass Festival
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Spain
Barcelona Bluegrass Camp
When: 20-23 March 2025
Info: https://alrasfestival.com/bluegrass-camp/
Connect with the Barcelona 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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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
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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/
Connect with Ardara Bluegrass
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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
Connect with Bluegrass Omagh
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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
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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
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
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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
Connect with the Crossover Festival
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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
Connect with Just Pickin
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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
Connect with Spring into Bluegrass Day
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Battlefield Bluegrass Festival Naseby
When: 17-20 July 2025
Connect with Battlefield Bluegrass Festival Naseby
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Hexham Bluegrass Festival
When: 25-27 July 2025
Tickets: no info yet
Connect with the Hexham Bluegrass Festival
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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
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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
Connect with Just Pickin
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