Events

Get ready for a weekend of live music, adventure, and family fun at the Charleston Bluegrass Festival

The Charleston Bluegrass Festival will be held at Woodlands Nature Reserve, March 28-29, for entertainment, outdoor adventures, and family-friendly camping.

March 13, 2025 • 
Erika Ross
Three people pose for the camera in front of the Charleston Bluegrass Stage. The person on the left is smiling and throwing up the thumbs up sign. The person in the middle is dressed in a green frog suite with a banjo and the person on the right is smiling with a backpack.

Whether you want to paddle, bike, or simply relax under the stars, this festival is designed for more than just music lovers.

Photo by Bain Stewart Media

Ready for a boot-stomping good time? The Charleston Bluegrass Festival is back at the Woodlands Nature Reserve on Friday, March 28, and Saturday, March 29.

This family-friendly camping event spans 6,000 acres and offers live performances, scenic camping options, local food and craft vendors, and outdoor adventures like kayaking and biking.

The music lineup includes:

  • Kitchen Dwellers (performing both nights)
  • SUSTO Stringband
  • Sicard Hollow
  • Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road
  • Tan & Sober Gentlemen

Tickets are on sale now, with options ranging from single-day passes to full weekend experiences.

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