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 of Events

August 8, 2024

Nick Chandler and Delivered - 12:30pm
Announcements/ Rules - 1:15pm
The Tenderbellies - 1:30pm
J.M. Clifford Band - 2:00pm
Seselia - 2:30pm
Bloodroot Gap - 3:00pm
On The Trail - 3:40pm
Dinner Break - 4:25pm
Nick Chandler and Delivered - 5:05pm
The Tenderbellies - 6:00pm
J.M. Clifford Band - 6:55pm
Seselia - 7:50pm
Bloodroot Gap - 8:45pm
Winners Announced - 9:30pm
On The Trail - 9:45pm
Late night jam at the Gazebo with Nick Chandler and Delivered!
Location: Main State

Old Country Road - 4:30pm
Funkygrass - 5:30pm
The Leftovers - 6:30pm
Open Mic w/John Kaluzynski & The Leftovers - 7:30pm
Location: Housatonic Stage

Yoga - 9AM
From Bluegrass to Swing withPatrice Webb - 4:30pm
Three Part Harmony with On The Trail - 5:30
Mandolin Tips with Nick Chandler - 6:30
Tone, Taste, and Timing-Bass workshop, with Jeff Horton & Gary Trivette (of Nick Chandler) - 7:30pm
Location: Litchfield Stage

All Activities Held In The Kids'activities Center
Podunk Olympics - 11:00 AM
Make Your Own Fidget Spinner - 3:00pm
Movie - 8:30pm
Location: Kids' Activities

Band Competition Vote for Fan Favorite by 6:00 at the Trading Post!

August 9, 2024

President's Address - 10:50am
On The Trail - 11:00am
Carley Arrowood - 12:00pm
Nick Chandler and Delivered - 1:00pm
High Fidelity- 2:00 On TheTrail - 3:00pm
Poor Monroe - 4:00pm
Songwriter Finalists - 4:45pm
Dinner Break - 5:00pm
Nick Chandler and Delivered - 6:00pm
Carley Arrowood - 7:00pm
High Fidelity - 8:00pm
Raffte-8:50 Delia Mae - 9:00pm
Pick with the Pros! Head over to the gazebo right after the main stage ends for the late night jam with High Fidelity!
Location: Main State

The Chickenshack Bluegrass Band - 11:00am
Mama's Marmalade - 12:00pm
The Tenderbellies - 1:00pm
Missisquoi River Band - 2:00pm
J.M.Clifford Band - 3:00pm
Bluesgrass - 4:00pm
Dinner Break - 4:45pm
Forest Station - 5:30pm
Eugene Tyler Band - 6:30pm
The Beantown Buckaroos - 7:30pm
Location: Housatonic Stage

Yoga - 9:00am
Jeff Horton Band performance - 11:00am
Experiences In The Bluegrass Business w/ Ken Irwin - 12:00pm
RIBA Slow Jam, Beginner, w/ Rich Gilbo: 1:00-3:00pm
Making Most of Your Voice w/Jeff Horton, Alice Jenkins - 3:00pm
Fiddle Workshop w/ Carly Arrowood - 4:00pm
4:45pm - Break
Fronting A Band Celia Woodsmith (Delia Mae) - 6:00pm
Arranging Songs For A Bluegrass Band w/ Poor Monroe - 7:00pm
3 Most Important PracticeTechniques for All Instruments w/ Tony Watt - 8:00pm
Location: Litchfield Stage

11:00 AM: Make Your Own Slime
3:00pm: Fitness Fun and Games
8:30pm: Movie
Location: Kids' Activities

Additonal Workshop - In The Swine Barn
3:00-4:00 Writing from a Hook or Title w/ Dawn Kenny

August 10, 2024

Cole Quests The City Pickers - 11:00am
Kevin Prater Band - 12:00pm
Fog Holler - 1:00pm
Tennessee Bluegrass Band - 2:00pm
Cole Quest& The City Pickers - 3:00pm
Fog Holler - 4:00pm
Dinner Break - 5:00pm
Kevin Prater Band - 5:30pm
Tennessee Bluegrass Band - 6:25pm
John McEuen and The Circle Band - 7:20pm
Raffle - 8:50pm
The Del McCoury Band - 9:00pm
Head over to the gazebo right after the main stage ends for the late night jam with Tennessee Bluegrass Band!
Location: Main State

Still Pickin' - 11:00am
Seselia - 12:00pm
Eugene Tyler Band - 1:00pm
Forest Station - 2:00pm
Bloodroot Gap - 3:00pm
Mama's Marmalade - 4:00pm
Dinner Break - 4:45pm
River City Slim & The Zydeco Hogs - 5:30pm
Contra Dance with the Fiddleheads and Rich Sbardella (Caller) - 7:30pm
Location: Housatonic Stage

Yoga - 9:00am
How Are We Doing? Town Hall meeting w/ Podunk Board - 11:00am
Beg-Low Int Bluegrass Guitar w/Tony Watt - 12:00pm
RIBA Slow Jam, Intermediate w/ Rich Gilbo - 1:00pm
John McEuen: 50 Years of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band & Other Stories - 3:00pm
Dinner Break - 4:15pm
Blending Old TimeS Bluegrass Styles w/ Ida Mae Specker & Ban - 5:00pm
High Int-Adv Bluegrass Guitar w/Tony Watt - 6:00pm
Defining The Band's Sound w/ Kevin Prater - 8:00pm
Location: Litchfield Stage

Decorate Bikes, Wagons or Self for the March - 11:00 AM
Podunk March! - 5:00pm (Adults Welcome too!)
Movie - 8:30pm
Location: Kids' Activities

More Workshops at In The Swine Barn
11:00-12:00pm: The business side of songwriting
3:00-4:30pm: Elements of Successful Songs

August 11, 2024

Poor Monroe (Gospel Set) - 10:30am
Kevin Prater Band (Gospel Set) - 11:20am
Kids Academy - 12:00pm
Poor Monroe - 12:30pm
Kevin Prater Band - 1:20pm
Location: Main State

Yoga - 9:00am
Location: Litchfield Stage

Rock Painting - 11:00 AM
Location: Kids' Activities

Date: August 8-11, 2024

Location:
Goshen Fairgrounds,
116 Old Middle Street,
Goshen, CT 06756.

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