53rd Annual Nova Scotia Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Festival

The 53rd Annual Nova Scotia Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Festival offers something for all ages. Featuring two multi-award winning bands exclusive in Maritimes: EAST NASH GRASS as well as the DAVID PARMLEY BAND!! Plus 7 of the best bands Canada's East Coast has to offer! With more than 20 hours of incredible performances, this event aims to bring together members from all communities who share a passion for bluegrass, oltdime, country, folk, and all other genres of acoustic music. Be there as we honour our past, applaud the present, and together solidify the bright future of bluegrass music right here in Nova Scotia!

Returning to the beautiful Beechbrook Campground in amazing Ardoise NS, attendees will find a mix of musicians, wonderful workshops, a variety of vendors, and jiving jam sessions. Meet new people, or catch up with old friends, you don't want to miss this historic event! :)

Buy Early! Advance Weekend Tickets are $90+fees (Save $20/ticket off the gate price! Available until April 15th)

We are proud to present:

• East Nash Grass - TN, USA
• David Parmley Band - TN, USA
• Bluegrass Diamonds - NB
• A New Shade of Blue - NS
• Eddy Poirier & Grassline - NB
• Bluegrass Tradition - NS
• Matt Lunn & Echo Mountain - NS
• High River - NB
• Mark Cameron Band - NS

There will be many programs throughout the weekend including children's activities, musical workshops, and many, many jams!

Visit www.downeastgrass.com, or find us on Facebook or Instagram for more information.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

BeechBrook Campground, 167 Beech Brook Road, Ardoise, Canada

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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