International Bluegrass Music Association

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The IBMA is the non-profit music association that connects, educates, and empowers bluegrass professionals and enthusiasts, honoring tradition and encouraging innovation in the bluegrass community worldwide.

Time to celebrate all of our Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame September birthdays!🎶 September 4 – Randy Graham🎶 September 13...
09/02/2026

Time to celebrate all of our Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame September birthdays!

🎶 September 4 – Randy Graham
🎶 September 13 - Bill Monroe
🎶 September 16 – Roger Bush
🎶 September 19 – Carlton Haney
🎶 September 19 – Leroy Mack McNees
🎶 September 20 – Charles Edwin Sawtelle
🎶 September 22 – Pop Lewis
🎶 September 24 – Moon Mullins
🎶 September 25 – Larry Sparks
🎶 September 27 – Josh Graves
🎶 September 28 - Hattie Frost Stoneman

Learn about their lives and careers at https://www.bluegrasshall.org/inductees/.

There's just a few days left to submit your entry for the 2026 Picking for the Prize Guitar Contest, presented by C.F. M...
08/31/2026

There's just a few days left to submit your entry for the 2026 Picking for the Prize Guitar Contest, presented by C.F. Martin & Co.

If you’ve been thinking about entering, now’s the time. Submit your video by Sunday, September 6 at 11:59 PM CT for the chance to be one of five finalists invited to perform live at IBMA World of Bluegrass® in Chattanooga, Tennessee, October 20–24, 2026.

Grand prize includes:
🎁 A brand new Martin D-18 Molly Tuttle acoustic guitar, generously donated by Elderly Instruments
🎶 Guaranteed entry into the 2027 Walnut Valley Association National Flat Pick Guitar Championship in Winfield, Kansas

All finalists will receive a variety of prizes.

Enter now at https://worldofbluegrass.org/conference/featured-events/picking-for-the-prize

Billy Strings

08/29/2026

Y'all be sure to check out Weary Ramblers and 29 other amazing showcase bands during IBMA Bluegrass Ramble. You don't want to miss this lineup.

🎻IBMA Bluegrass Ramble
📅 October 20 & 21
📍Downtown Chattanooga

Check out the full Ramble schedule and get your tickets at worldofbluegrass.org.

Tickets for Late Night at Barrelhouse, presented by SnapDragon, are now open to the general public!Join us at Barrelhous...
08/27/2026

Tickets for Late Night at Barrelhouse, presented by SnapDragon, are now open to the general public!

Join us at Barrelhouse Ballroom Chattanooga for two nights of late-night bluegrass:

🎻Friday, October 23 — Jason Carter Band
🎻Saturday, October 24 — Lonesome River Band

Doors open at 10:30 PM, with music from 11 PM–12:30 AM each night.

🎟️Tickets are limited, so don’t wait! A two-day pass is just $55. Get yours now at worldofbluegrass.org.

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Dolly Parton was a longtime friend of bluegrass.Her genuine love for the music and incredible talent brought bluegrass t...
08/26/2026

Dolly Parton was a longtime friend of bluegrass.

Her genuine love for the music and incredible talent brought bluegrass to listeners around the world.

Thank you, Dolly Parton, for leaving a lasting mark on our music and for making the world a better place.💙

08/26/2026

VIP presale is now live for Late Night at Barrelhouse 🌙🎶

Don’t forget that tickets will go on sale to the general public tomorrow, August 27 at 10 AM CT.

Want to become a VIP and take advantage of this early access period? Well, you better hurry! There’s less than 10 VIP tickets left!

Secure your spot at worldofbluegrass.org.

🎻Friday, October 23: Jason Carter Band
🪕Saturday, October 24: Lonesome River Band

The Barrelhouse Ballroom🪩 Visit Chattanooga Jason Carter Lonesome River Band

08/23/2026

The legacy lives on! 🪕🤩 The 5th Annual Earl Scruggs Music Festival returns Labor Day Weekend Sept 4-6 to Mill Spring, NC. Enjoy performances from The Avett Brothers, Greensky Bluegrass, The Del McCoury Band, Béla Fleck: My Bluegrass Heart, and so many more!

Earl Scruggs Music Festival

08/22/2026

Volunteers make IBMA World of Bluegrass go round🌍❤️

Don’t forget that the Volunteer Interest Form is still open until Friday, September 4 at 11:59 PM CT at worldofbluegrass.org.

📋 What to expect:
• 3–4 hour shifts
• Must be 21+
• Arrive early, pitch in, and complete your full shift
• Light background check required

🎟️ Volunteers who complete at least 12 hours will receive:
• One 2-day IBMA Bluegrass Ramble ticket
• One ticket to the IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards
• 20% off up to 2 GA weekend passes for IBMA Bluegrass Live!®
• Official volunteer t-shirt
• Access to Volunteer Hospitality Room

Please note: Completing the volunteer interest form does not guarantee your spot. If selected, our team will be in touch with next steps.

For more information about volunteering, visit https://worldofbluegrass.org/get-involved/volunteer/.

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This one's for all the night owls.🦉🌙Late Night at Barrelhouse tickets are going on sale next week, and VIPs get first di...
08/21/2026

This one's for all the night owls.🦉🌙

Late Night at Barrelhouse tickets are going on sale next week, and VIPs get first dibs!

🎟️ VIP Presale: Wednesday, August 26 at 10 AM CT
🎟️ Public Onsale: Thursday, August 27 at 10 AM CT

Presented by SnapDragon, Late Night at Barrelhouse takes over Barrelhouse Ballroom on October 23 & 24. Doors open at 10:30 PM, with performances from 11 PM–12:30 AM both nights.

🎶Friday: Jason Carter Band
🎶Saturday: Lonesome River Band

Two-night pass: $55

Not a VIP yet? Don't wait. There's less than 20 VIP weekend passes left. Get yours at worldofbluegrass.org.

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4206 Gallatin Pike
Nashville, TN
37216

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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