PLEASE NOTE: DCBU posts these events as a courtesy and does not guarantee entries are complete or up-to-date. Verify the dates, times and admission fees via provided contact information for each event before traveling to any of these events.

Sunday, April 26, 2026
Sunday 04/26/2026
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Bluegrass Repertoire Class
School of Musical Traditions, Takoma Park md

Every month Justin Heath teaches different classic bluegrass songs to help students take their repertoire and jamming skills to the next level. Each class focuses on melody, accompaniment, kickoffs, endings, and soloing ideas while playing the songs together as a class. All instruments and all levels are welcome! Register here: https://checkout.square.site/buy/4W22P3K4UKQODSPGCRLVGAEK

 
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Thursday 05/21/2026
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Bluegrass Guitar Class with Justin Heath
School of Musical Traditions, Takoma Park md

Thursdays 7:00-8:30 pm May 21st, May 28th, June 4th, June 11th (jam session), June 18th
This class is designed to help aspiring flatpickers learn essential skills, concepts, and techniques for Bluegrass Guitar. Whether you are new to bluegrass guitar or you already play and you are looking for strategies to improve, this class will be great for you.

Read More /Register Here: https://square.link/u/ykIchSEX

 
Monday, July 6, 2026
Monday 07/06/2026 - Friday 07/10/2026
All Day
Common Ground on the Hill CAMP
COMMON GROUND ON THE HILL CAMP, Westminster MD

The DC Bluegrass Union sponsors Common Ground on the Hill to provide the opportunity to teach and to study various musical instruments, especially Bluegrass instruments, as well as various art forms representing various ethnic and cultural traditions.
There is something for everyone!
Enjoy a week of intensive instruction with Industry professionals. You can stay the night in the college dormitories and enjoy the evening concerts and jams OR you can be a day student.

 
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Thursday 09/10/2026 - Saturday 09/12/2026
All Day
Watermelon Pickers' Fest
Clarke County Ruritan Fairgrounds, Berryville VA

The 2026 Festival is produced by SRSM Productions, a grassroots company dedicated to uniting people through live music and supporting the next generation of musicians. Get your tickets for a weekend of shows, camping, and classes!