This is a comprehensive list of upcoming Bluegrass Jam Sessions in DC and the surrounding area. Jams are submitted to the DCBU by event organizers and we post them here to promote and support the lively bluegrass scene in the DMV area.
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.
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Harwood Nature Center, Lawrence Wetlands Preserve, Chestertown Maryland, Kent
Bring your instrument (or voice!) and join us at the Harwood Nature Center for a casual bi-monthly bluegrass jam. All ability levels welcome! All enthusiastic music lovers are welcome to come and listen, maybe you too will catch the bluegrass bug and pick up an instrument!
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Olde Bedford Brewery, Bedford PA
Open bluegrass jam held the second Sunday of each month. from 2 PM – 4PM at the Olde Bedford Brewery in Bedford, PA. All skill levels welcome.
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Floris United Methodist Church, Herndon VA
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Farm Brewery at Broad Run, Broad Run (Haymarket) Virginia
Open Bluegrass jam. All levels (multiple circles). The Farm Brewery at Broad Run is on a spacious, well laid out, farm with food and beverages available. The jam is held on the SECOND and FOURTH Thursdays. There is ample parking and a friendly staff. The Farm Brewery closes at 9:00 PM, hence, jam hours are 6:30 to 8:30 PM.
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Mullin’s 1847 Restaurant, Moorefield West Virginia
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
School of Musical Traditions, Takoma Park md
SMT holds a beginner friendly bluegrass jam every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. The jams are lead by SMT teachers and members of the band Cherry Blossom Special Nick Cameron, Mari Carlson, and Justin Heath. Bring your instrument and a song and don’t be afraid to take a solo. This is a free event but donations are welcome!
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Mullin’s 1847 Restaurant, Moorefield West Virginia
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
The Farm Brewery at Broad Run, Broad Run (Haymarket) Virginia/Prince William County
Open Bluegrass jam. All levels (multiple circles). The Farm Brewery at Broad Run is on a spacious, well laid out, farm with food and beverages available. The jam is held on the SECOND and FOURTH Thursdays. There is ample parking and a friendly staff. The Farm Brewery closes at 9:00 PM, hence, jam hours are 6:30 to 8:30 PM.
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Mullin’s 1847 Restaurant, Moorefield West Virginia
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
School of Musical Traditions, Takoma Park md
SMT holds a beginner friendly bluegrass jam every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. The jams are lead by SMT teachers and members of the band Cherry Blossom Special Nick Cameron, Mari Carlson, and Justin Heath. Bring your instrument and a song and don’t be afraid to take a solo. This is a free event but donations are welcome!