ROMPtober Weekend October 11 & 12
Celebrate bluegrass and craft beer with us at ROMPtober Weekend on October 11th & 12th!
Think of it as a bluegrass-themed October Fest. Live music, craft beers, workshops, food trucks, arts & craft vendors, and more will be onhand for a jamming fall celebration! Friday events take place in the museum and Woodward Theatre. Saturday's events take place in the outdoor stage area overlooking the riverfront. Kids 12 & Under are free for Saturday only. *(If purchasing a weekend pass, kids will need a Friday ticket for a seat in the theatre.)
Live music featuring:
Full Cord, Damn Tall Buildings, Buffalo Wabs & The Price Hill Hustle, The Sullvan Sisters, and Cutter & Cash and The Kentucky Grass
Andrew Marlin String Band
Join us November 16th for the Andrew Marlin String Band!
Andrew Marlin is a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based out of Chapel Hill, NC. His latest solo record, Phthalo Blue, is out now! Along with this new release, and his three previous instrumental collections (Fable & Fire, Witching Hour and Buried in a Cape) Marlin has produced six albums of original works of American roots music with Watchhouse, has formed the bluegrass group Mighty Poplar (with collaborators Critter Eldridge, Greg Garrison, Alex Hargreaves and Noam Pikelny) and regularly contributes instrumental performances to other artists and albums. He's recently played mandolin on recordings for Zach Bryan, Tyler Childers, Plains, Dead Tongues and Phil Cook.
Jerry Garcia: A Bluegrass Journey
Weekend Celebration 11/22 & 11/23
Join us for two nights to celebrate the bluegrass journey of Jerry Garcia with a stellar lineup of artists paying tribute to the music icon:
- Kitchen Dwellers with special guest Lindsay Lou
- Sam Grisman Project
- Andy Falco & Travis Book play Jerry Garcia (2 nights)
- Fireside Collective presents Fireside on the Mountain with special guest Travis Book (2 nights)
Tickets cover all events for the entire weekend, including:
- Live music both nights in the theatre
- Exhibit tours
- Documentary film screenings
- Workshops
Bluegrass Unlimited Weekend Workshop
Immerse yourself in the heart and soul of bluegrass music at the inaugural Bluegrass Unlimited Experience. You’ll receive hands-on instruction led by seasoned professionals, featuring classes in Guitar, Banjo, Mandolin, Fiddle, Bass, and Bluegrass Vocals. Join us for an unforgettable musical journey that will inspire your creativity and deepen your love for bluegrass! This camp is designed for musicians who have basic knowledge of their instrument.
Music Lessons at the Hall of Fame
The next semester of music lessons at the Hall of Fame begins on October 22nd. Sign up today!
Open Jams Every Saturday and Sunday
Open Bluegrass Jams take place every Saturday and Sunday from 1:30 to 4:30. All skill levels are welcome! Jam sessions are free and open to the public, and spectators are welcome. Join us!