2026 Festival Lineup

Moose Lodge Revival
A new musical collective centered around the Pittsburgh region, Moose Lodge Revival aims to carry forward and promote traditional bluegrass music through exploring it's various styles. Bringing people together to celebrate and participate in this important American art form is a main focus for this quartet of experienced area musicians. They are now booking for winter/spring 2024.

Ryan Meals and Adam Petterson teamed up with Seattle area multi-instrumentalist and Pittsburgh newcomer Jimmy Hall in summer/fall 2023. Along with bassist Trish Imbrogno, they prepared an ever-growing list of songs that give a nod to this notable but unsuspecting Monongahela River Valley institution and the music played there. The band wishes to share this music with you and your friends soon!

Jimmy Hall - mandolin, banjo, vocals, Ryan Meals - guitar, vocals, Adam Petterson - guitar, Trish Imbrogno - bass, vocals. Band's web site
Sweaty Already String Band
Originally conceived as a reference to Pat's default state-of-being between April and September — as in, "We haven't even started the show yet and Pat's sweaty already!" — the Sweaty Already String Band hits the stage with a blend of traditional and modern bluegrass, along with some unexpected covers and original tunes steeped in the tradition of the Appalachian region where we all grew up. ​ One of the best things about the local bluegrass community is how many pals we have with the talent to jump in and pick for an evening. We've been lucky enough to have Danny Rectenwald from the Bastard Bearded Irishmen rollin' with us, along with regional friends like DeAnna Efaw, Megan Williams, Dr. Jon Finder, Jason Ericsson and more! ​ The Sweaty Already String Band is Patrick Varine guitar/vocals, Peter Flynn guitar/banjo/vocals, Jim Kuzemka mandolin/vocals, Trish Imbrogno double bass/vocals.   Band's web site

Blue Diggity
Since 2021, Blue Diggity has hit the bluegrass music community with an enthusiasm and dedication that has given them a reputation as one of the hottest bands on the scene. This four piece band composed of Isaiah Childers on guitar, Bailey Childers on banjo, Lilli Gadd on bass, and Jimmy Hall on mandolin demonstrates proficiency instrumentally, vocally, and as entertainers. Based out of Wheeling, West Virginia, Blue Diggity is a nationally touring band that offers a refreshing and unique take on the music which has quickly made them a favorite at festivals. Each member is a dedicated student of traditional bluegrass with their own distinct flavor of contemporary influences that combine to make an unforgettable stage experience. Blue Diggity has a high-energy approach to the stage that audiences will find contagious. They perform a variety of bluegrass covers, classic country songs, original material, and thrilling instrumentals. Between their passionate vocal leads, energetic stage presence, tight harmonies, and powerful instrumental arrangements, Blue Diggity generates a dynamic presence on stage that is sure to engage spectators at any venue or event!   Band's web site

Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band
Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band is an RMR No. 1 and Cashbox Top 10 bluegrass act formed in West Virginia, with an authentic mountain sound that has earned them a reputation as "mainstream bluegrass at its best" (Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine) and "the heartbeat of American roots music" (The Bluegrass Jamboree).

Led by vocalist and bassist Libby Files, Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band pays homage to a simpler time when front porch picking and gospel-tinged harmonies were the heart of rural community gatherings. They launched their career opening for country legend Loretta Lynn and have continued to deliver authentic Appalachian bluegrass, blending original compositions with classic favorites that evoke the spirit of the Appalachian Mountains.

The band has achieved multiple chart milestones, including two months in Cashbox Bluegrass Top 10, seven No. 1 singles on Roots Music Report, No. 1 bluegrass song of the year (RMR), and No. 1 bluegrass album for four weeks (RMR).

Stoney Creek Bluegrass Band's 2026 lineup features Libby Files on bass, Brett Smeltzer on mandolin, Rylan Rissler on banjo, and Gregg Bowers on guitar. Band's web site

Fiddlin’ Ray & the Turtle Snatchers
Fiddlin' Ray & the Turtle Snatchers is based out of western Pennsylvania and presents a combination of bluegrass, folk, old-time and western swing music. Fiddlin' Ray features songs by John Hartford, Bob Willis, Jerry Garcia, John Prine, Bill Monroe, Danny Barns and a plethora of ripping Fiddlin' Ray originals.

Grab a hat, a fire extinguisher, your best dancing shoes and get ready for a toe tapping fiery fiddle good time!  

Rays web site
Tiger Maple String Band
Tiger Maple String Band is an energetic collection of talented musicians dedicated to continuing traditional and original old-time music. With a home base in Northwest Pennsylvania, a rural setting gives plenty of inspiration towards the continuance of acoustic music. The sound of Tiger Maple String Band has rich historical and cultural values, beautiful harmonies, hot old-time fiddling, and a full-body richness that only acoustic instruments and clear vocals can bring. The band draws its inspiration from a variety of different musical directions, with old-time Appalachian tunes as a central focus. Band's web site