About this Event
Great North Special w/ Lydia Cooley & The Woodpickers
21+ only
Doors at 730 PM on Thursday, July 23, 2026
Get ready for an awesome night out! Join us in person to catch two amazing bands: The Great North Special and local songstress Lydia Cooley with her Woodpickers. It’s going to be a memorable gig filled with great vibes and killer tunes. Don’t miss this chance to see these fantastic acts live and up close!
Bio- GNS:
From the psychedelic shores of Southern California comes The Great North Special, an Americana jam band that fuses together a unique blend of country-blues, psych-rock and funk-soul. Beautiful melodies and tight grooves lead the way through their mind blowing energetic dance party live shows. Their sound is eclectic and compelling with heavy rhythms, harmonized vocals & guitars, and world class keys and organ. Each performance is a soul-driven whirlwind of exploration through improvisation and crowd connection.
The GNS live show experience takes initiates on a cosmic journey through time and space, using their carefully crafted songs and tastefully selected classic covers as the main vehicle toward ascent. With distinct musical versatility, captivating lyricism, and heartfelt songwriting, the band continues to explore in-depth themes within their songs such as love, joy, nature, technology, existentialism and spirituality. Every song displays the spirit of the members and the community they exist within. The Great North Special is a party train rolling down the tracks to your town soon, grab your friends ALL ABOARD!
Bio- Lydia Cooley & The Woodpickers:
Lydia Cooley & the WoodPickers are a high-energy bluegrass band blending tight harmonies, driving rhythms, and the warm twang of traditional acoustic instruments. Fronted by Lydia’s clear, soulful vocals, the group brings together mandolin, guitar, and stand up bass to create a sound rooted in classic Appalachian bluegrass with a fresh, modern spirit. Whether playing foot-stomping barn burners or heartfelt ballads, Lydia & the WoodPickers deliver an authentic, down-home performance that keeps audiences tapping their boots and singing along.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Lost on Main, 319 Main Street, Chico, United States
USD 21.05 to USD 26.38







