Wheeler County Bluegrass Festival

05/23/2026

We've finalized the stage schedule and are close to nailing down the workshop schedule, and the website is updated! Check it out here:

http://www.wheelercountybluegrass.org/schedule.html

05/20/2026

Every year our festival artist, Dan Robinson and graphic designer wife Melanie Robinson outdo themselves with the artwork and graphics for the festival.

Be sure to grab a poster and t-shirt!

05/20/2026

We had such a great response in 2025 to the Shuttle Service last year that we've teamed up with Wheeler County Community Transportation again to safely get you from the Fairgrounds to the Courthouse Stage again this year! Be sure to express your thanks at the information booth so we can make it a regular feature.

Wheeler County, Oregon City of Fossil

04/30/2026

Just added to the lineup - Darin Gentry and his band Old Time Machine! Darin is one of the best clawhammer banjoists and Old Time Fiddlers in these parts! He will also be teaching workshops on Friday and Saturday. We are excited to have Darin returning to the stage! Check out his website for more info:

www.daringentry.com

04/13/2026

Have you heard the new recording by Skillethead one of our 2026 bands at the festival? give it a listen and come see them in Fossil!

https://music.apple.com/us/album/check-the-weather/1868613067

Wheeler County, Oregon City of Fossil

Album · 2026 · 14 Songs

03/08/2026

The festival website is freshly updated with the full lineup and draft schedule! Workshop schedule is still in progress - we will let you know when its posted. Mark your calendars and save the date!
http://www.wheelercountybluegrass.org/

11/24/2025

We are excited to announce the headliners for the 2026 Wheeler County Bluegrass Festival July 3-5, 2026. This is gonna be a good one! More acts to be announced soon.