IT'S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR! The Soul of Christmas premieres in Owensboro, KY for a Spectacular Christmas Celebration! This highly anticipated and critically acclaimed live musical production has become one of the most treasured community events in Louisville that will ignite your spirit and set your heart aglow! The Soul of Christmas…
Holiday Night Out at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum! Dec. 16th. Holiday Activities start at 4:30PM (Activities only included with the package ticket.) Movie starts at 6:00 PM Holiday Activities & Movie Package Includes: The Grinch Movie shown in Woodward Theatre DIY Cookie Decorating Hot Chocolate Bar Photos with Santa Price: $25 Movie Only Ticket Includes: The Grinch Movie shown in…
What: The U.S. Postal Service will commemorate the rich history of bluegrass music in the United States. The stamp dedication ceremony will occur before Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame inductee Ricky Skaggs' concert. News of the stamp is being shared with the hashtag #BluegrassStamp. Who: The Honorable Robert M. Duncan, Member, Postal Service Board of…
The opening weekend of Jerry Garcia: A Bluegrass Journey Exhibition at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum launches with an immersive experience of exhibition tours, live music, historic panel discussions, and more to celebrate the bluegrass career of music icon, Jerry Garcia. The exhibition explores Garcia's early years as a banjo player, his…
Join us April 27 for The Gatlin Brothers! For more than 67 years, the Gatlin Brothers have entertained audiences in venues and stages all over the world from the Grand Ol' Opry to Carnegie Hall. They have performed for the Grammy Awards, the American Music Awards, and the People's Choice Awards. They appeared on The…
Join us June 1, for The Kody Norris Show! Deeply rooted in North American folk music, Norris has crafted an original performance that harkens back and tips a hat to the traditions created by Bill Monroe, Jimmy Martin's showmanship, the Stanley Brothers' harmonies, performances of the Grand Ole Opry and a bit of Vaudeville. Top…
The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum is hosting First Fridays a free concert series occurring throughout the summer and fall featuring some of Christian music's most exciting artists. Faith Night at the Museum is a free event featuring food trucks, free live music, vendors, and more. Friday After Five will sell concessions, but…
The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum is hosting First Fridays a free concert series occurring throughout the summer and fall featuring some of Christian music's most exciting artists. Faith Night at the Museum is a free event featuring food trucks, free live music, vendors, and more. Friday After Five will sell concessions, but…
Join us July 18, for The Bellamy Brothers! The Bellamy Brothers, Howard and David, stand as pillars of country music, their careers marked by an impressive array of accomplishments. With a harmonious blend of talent and tenacity, they've carved a niche for themselves in the industry, amassing a devoted fanbase worldwide. From chart-topping hits to…
The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum is hosting First Fridays a free concert series occurring throughout the summer and fall featuring some of Christian music's most exciting artists. Faith Night at the Museum is a free event featuring food trucks, free live music, vendors, and more. Friday After Five will sell concessions, but…
Presented by ATA CPAs & Advisors and Hayden Construction, this edition of The Nashville Songwriter features Don Sampson, Jim "Moose" Brown, and Wynn Varble! The Nashville Songwriter takes place August 15th in the Hall of Fame's Woodward Theatre. Doors open at 6:00 pm, concert begins at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $15 each for general admission. Bar…
Join us for some high flying music and fun at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum on Saturday, September 14th for the ROMP: Air Show After Party. Presented by Southern Star, the event will feature Armchair Boogie, John R. Miller, and The Local Honeys. Gates will open at noon. The Owensboro Air Show,…
Come play along, learn and enjoy the vibrant sounds of bluegrass. About the Event Join AARP Kentucky and the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum for a five-part series of virtual concerts featuring the music and instruments of bluegrass! The 10/3 concert, Guitar Get Down with Rick Faris, features the lead singer and guitar…
Come play along, learn and enjoy the vibrant sounds of bluegrass. About the Event Join AARP Kentucky and the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum for a five-part series of virtual concerts featuring the music and instruments of bluegrass! The 10/3 concert, Guitar Get Down with Rick Faris, features the lead singer and guitar…
Celebrate bluegrass and craft beer with us at ROMPtober Weekend on October 11th & 12th! Presented by Moore Automotive Team, think of it as a bluegrass-themed Oktoberfest. 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…
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…
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…
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…
Join us for an all-star concert featuring our Bluegrass Unlimited Workshop Weekend instructors! This lineup features: Alan Munde Maddie Denton Vickie Vaughn Scott Napier Jen Larson Rick Faris Tim May Doors open at 6PM with the show starting at 7PM. GET TICKETS
Join us for the Lanham Brothers Jamboree! Hosted by brothers Barry and Randy Lanham and recorded for broadcast on KET. Guests include Rick Faris, Wayne Morris, Lucy Jagoe Chaney, Emmie Kate Williams, Mackenzie Bell, and the Footstompin Express Cloggers. Doors open one hour before the show. Bar and concessions will be available. GET TICKETS
Join us for the Kentucky State Fiddle Championship on March 15th & 16th, 2025! With multiple categories and cash prizes, the Kentucky State Fiddle Championship will take place at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum in Owensboro, Kentucky. There is no fee to enter the contest. Doors will open at 8 am, and…
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: Leftover Salmon Travelin' McCourys Eric Thompson Deadgrass The Tennessee Warblers After Party Tickets cover all events for the entire weekend, including: Live music both nights in the theatre After Party…
Join us on April 3, 2025 for Pitney Meyer! Born of an enduring friendship and a love of traditional bluegrass music, Pitney Meyer is the musical brotherhood and songwriting collaborationof Mo Pitney and John Meyer. Committed to capturing the human element at every level of therecording process, Pitney Meyer, alongside Serve Productions, built acompletely analog recording…
Join us for our Spring Concert Series! Enjoy SIX shows for ONE great price. April 3 - Pitney Meyer April 18 - Blue Highway May 8 - Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen May 14 - Missy Raines & Allegheny May 29 - Larry Stephenson June 6 - Junior Sisk Tickets are on sale…
Join us April 18th, 2025 for Blue Highway at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum! In 2024, the highly-esteemed bluegrass band Blue Highway celebrates 30 years of touring, with four of the original members still intact. The band has earned a collective 32 IBMA Awards, 6 SPBGMA Awards, one Dove Award, plus three…
Join us on April 26, 2025 for Dailey & Vincent! Grand Ole Opry Members, five-time GRAMMY® Award winners individually, three-time GRAMMY®Award nominees collectively, four-time DOVE Award winners and winners of 35 IBMA Awards altogether(including 3-time IBMA Entertainer of the Year Award winners and 3-Time Vocal Group of the Year Awardwinners), Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent…
Join us on May 8, 2025 for Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen! Multi-Grammy nominated Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen is a torrent of mind-blowing bluegrass. Known for their meaty pile-driving rhythms and Frank's dynamic and bold vocals, the band's last two albums have both received a Grammy nomination for Best Bluegrass Album. They have twice…
Join us on May 14, 2025 for Missy Raines & Allegheny! With her latest album, Highlander, bluegrass/Americana icon Missy Raines takes inventory of where she stands at this current juncture in her storied career - this melodic ode to her native West Virginia, which simultaneously serves as an ideal prism of time and space Raines…
Join us May 23, 2025 for Gene Watson at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum! Masterful country music stylist, Gene Watson, from Houston, Texas has been thrilling audiences for more than 60 years. The depth of emotion in his singing, his brilliant phrasing, his jaw-dropping range and the power in the lyrics he chooses are all…
Join us on May 29, 2025 for the Larry Stephenson Band! The award-winning Larry Stephenson Band has been entertaining audiences for over 36 years including their numerous performances on the Grand Ole Opry, RFD-TV and headlining festivals and concerts across the US and Canada. The group is led by Virginia Country Music Hall of Fame…
Join us on June 6, 2025 for Junior Sisk! Junior Sisk is widely recognized as one of today's top bluegrass vocalists and is a constant reminder that traditional bluegrass is still alive and well. A longtime resident of the Virginia Blue Ridge, his bluegrass pedigree runs deep. Influenced by a father who wrote songs and…
The 22nd annual ROMP Festival will take place from June 25th-28th, 2025, at Yellow Creek Park in Owensboro, Kentucky. Surrounded by stunning scenery, the festival offers an unforgettable weekend filled with world-class performances, beautiful surroundings, and family-friendly atmosphere. Produced by the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum, this four-day festival brings together bluegrass and…
GET TICKETS Join us on July 7th, 2025 for Mighty Poplar! Tickets are on sale now. Preferred seating is $37, and reserved seating is $28. Doors open at 6:00 pm, with the concert at 7:00 PM. Bar and concessions available. At its heart, bluegrass music is about what happens when you commit to the moment.…
Join us for the Rick Faris Album Release concert on July 10th! This will be the first chance to hear songs from Rick's new record, "Life's Parade." Pre-sale tickets available online OR at the door.
Join us on July 31, 2025 for Ketch Secor: Story The Crow Told Me Tour! Ketch Secor is a merry ringmaster, passionate professor, modern Beat, and unassuming virtuoso. The Story the Crow Told Me is his solo debut, tracing the journey from street busker to founding Old Crow Medicine Show, now a Grammy-winning, Opry-member band…
Join us for the Lanham Brothers Jamboree! Hosted by brothers Barry and Randy Lanham and recorded for broadcast on KET. Guest includes Laura Briner, Jeff Hardesty, The Bluegrass Brothers, Leland Isbill, Alison Hoover, and The Footstompin Express Cloggers. This show is family friendly with music, dance, comedy, skits, and crowd interaction. Doors open at 6 pm,…
Join us August 23, 2025 for Danny Paisley & The Southern Grass at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum! Danny Paisley and The Southern Grass continue to be deeply rooted in tradition but look to the future with enthusiasm and anticipation. Coming off the success of their latest release, Bluegrass Troubadour, which received…
Join us on August 29th, 2025 for Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley! GRAMMY® & IBMA Award Winners Rob Ickes & Trey Hensley have been called "two of the finest musicians playing today" by No Depression, "bluegrass aces" by Rolling Stone, "an acoustic firestorm" by Vintage Guitar, "dual lightning strikes in a bottle" by Guitar Player, and "the Swiss Army Knife of roots music" by WMOT Radio's…
SOLD OUT! 2x Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Billy Strings joins forces with renowned guitarist Bryan Sutton to release their new collaborative album, Live at the Legion. Recorded live on April 7, 2024 at Nashville's American Legion Post 82, the album showcases the acclaimed duo performing 20 traditional bluegrass and folk songs, including new…
SOLD OUT! 2x Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter and musician Billy Strings joins forces with renowned guitarist Bryan Sutton to release their new collaborative album, Live at the Legion. Recorded live on April 7, 2024 at Nashville's American Legion Post 82, the album showcases the acclaimed duo performing 20 traditional bluegrass and folk songs, including new…
Join us September 11, 2025 for the Jason Carter Band at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum! For thirty years, Jason Carter has been the fiddle player for the Del McCoury Band-the most awarded group in bluegrass history. He's won three Grammy awards, including 2018's "Best Bluegrass Album" with the Travelin' McCourys, of…
Join us September 21st for Kathy Mattea at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum! Hailed by The Washington Post as "one of Nashville's finest song interpreters," Kathy Mattea has enjoyed much success and acclaim during her 35-year career in Country, Bluegrass and Folk music, including 2 Grammy wins, 4 CMA Awards, 4 #1…
Join us September 26, 2025 for Ralph Stanley II and The Clinch Mountain Boys! 2025 marks the 79th Anniversary of The Clinch Mountain Boys. Ralph II began working professionally for his father in the year of 1995 and has carried The Clinch Mountain Boys on since, as well as fronting the first Clinch Mountain Boys…
Join us October 3rd, 2025 for Southern Legacy at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum! In the world of entertainment, many friendships are born of mutual respect, and over time a camaraderie is developed among musicians of like minds. Case in point: Southern Legacy, five musicians with ties that reach back decades. Mike…
Celebrate bluegrass and craft beer with us at ROMPtober Weekend on October 10th & 11th! Think of it as a bluegrass-themed Oktoberfest! Live music, craft beers, workshops, food trucks, arts & craft vendors, and more will be on hand for a jamming fall celebration! Friday & Saturday's concerts will take place on the outdoor stage…
Join us on October 18, 2025 for Donna The Buffalo! Donna The Buffalo is not just a band, rather one might say that Donna The Buffalo has become a lifestyle for its members and audiences. Since 1989, the roots rockers have played thousands of shows and countless festivals including Bonnaroo, Newport Folk Festival, Telluride, Austin…
Join us October 24, 2025 for The Grascals at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum! Great musicians will always find a way to make good music, but for great musicians to make great music, they must form a bond - one that, more often than not, goes beyond the purely musical to the…
GET TICKETS Join us on October 28, 2025 for Hayde Bluegrass Orchestra at the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum! Hayde Bluegrass Orchestra defies any notion that bluegrass needs to be confined to Appalachia or any other corner of the American heartland. With a critically acclaimed debut album, a wealth of praise from critics…
