Welcome to the heart of bluegrass bliss at the only multi-day bluegrass festival in Connecticut! Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Litchfield County, this annual event stands as a beacon for bluegrass enthusiasts, drawing together musicians, fans, and families for an unforgettable celebration of traditional and contemporary bluegrass music. With a rich tapestry of sounds echoing through the hills, Podunk transforms Goshen into a vibrant hub of toe-tapping rhythms and harmonious melodies. From seasoned bluegrass veterans to emerging talents, the festival promises a weekend filled with stellar performances, jam sessions, kids activities, round the clock field pickin’ and the warm camaraderie of a community brought together by a shared love for this timeless genre. Join us in this musical journey where the spirit of bluegrass finds its home in the heart of Connecticut!

Schedule

August 9, 2025

Main Stage

Morning Waltzes w/ The Dale & Darcy Band - 10:00

Bloodroot Gap - 11:00

The Burnett Sisters Band - 12:00

Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road - 1:00

Rock Hearts - 2:00

Bloodroot Gap - 3:00

My Brother’s Keeper - 4:00

Songwriters - 4:50

Dinner Break - 5:00

Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road - 6:00

The Burnett Sisters Band7:00

Rock Hearts - 8:00

Raffle - 8:50

The Dan Tyminski Band - 9:00

Housatonic Stage

The Coal - Fired Ramblers - 11:00

Audrey Mae - 12:00

Queen City Cut Ups - 1:00

Railroad House - 2:00

The Hosmer Mountain Boys - 3:00

Audrey Mae  -  4:00

Dinner Break -  4:45

Too Blue - 5:30

(Dance)

Bards of Gungywump - 7:30

(Dance)

Litchfield Stage

Yoga - 9:00

How Are We Doing?

Town Hall meeting w/ Podunk Board - 11:00

Band Dynamics w/ Rock Hearts - 12:00

Songs, Stories, & Art John John Brown - 1:00

Building a Band: Ensemble Basics and Fundamentals Burnett Sisters - 2:00

Beginner Slow Jam with Trevin Nelson - 3:00

Dinner Break - 4:00

Billy T’s Mandolin Secrets (Rock Hearts) - 5:00

Q&A Day with Dan Tyminski  -  6:00

Modern Approaches to Traditional SongsBloodroot Gap - 7:00

Bluegrass Harmony for the Uninitiated with Jeff Horton. AliceJenkins, Matt Carlen - 8:00

Kids' Activities

Sand Bottle Art - 11:00 AM

Magnetic clothes pin keeper - 3:00

Movie - 8:30

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