Idaho Bluegrass Winterfest
Idaho Bluegrass Association - Winterfest 2026
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TREE CITY TRAVELERS - 8:00pm
Tree City Travelers is a dynamic 5-piece bluegrass band based in Boise, Idaho. Drawing inspiration from both traditional and contemporary bluegrass music, the band creates a unique sound that blends rich harmonies, intricate instrumental arrangements, and heartfelt songwriting. Formed in 2020 by a group of talented musicians who moved to Boise from various parts of the country, Tree City Travelers has quickly gained recognition for their captivating live performances and their ability to captivate audiences with their energetic stage presence.
Listen here: on YouTube |
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CHICKEN DINNER ROAD - 4pm
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BEYOND THE BURREN - 5pm
A collaboration of Treasure Valley multi-instrumentalists, Beyond the Burren features energetic and beautiful Irish and Scottish tunes and songs blended with other folk styles. Our mix of vocals, fiddle, guitar, percussion, harmonica, (and sometimes a more different instrument or two) make a "kickin" Celtic-fusion cocktail that's sure to carry you to the burren and beyond! Check us out on Facebook or Instagram to stay up to date with our latest doings!
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DRY BUCK - 6pm
We're a traditional Bluegrass band from the Treasure Valley.
Listen here: on YouTube |
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TATER PATCH - 7pm
Tater Patch delivers a unique sound combining the melodic drive of old time music paired with the harmony vocal traditions of bluegrass. That in addition to hot licks and high kicks Tater Patch is a do not miss band!
Listen here: on Instagram |
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CHEATGRASS - 3pm
CheatGrass is an old time string band with a touch of bluegrass. Powered by a fiddle, and featuring clawhammer banjo, guitar, and standing bass, the group plays a mix of lively old time fiddle/banjo dance tunes, original songs and standard vocals from the bluegrass and old time traditions. Like the weed after which the band was named, CheatGrass will grow on you if you're not careful!
More info on their webpage |
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Backwood Ramblers - 4:30pm
Local Boise band playing bluegrass, old-time, and Irish folk music. We are a four-piece band who love playing music together and jamming.
More info on facebook |
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Boulder Hill - 6:30pm
A local Bluegrass Newgrass band playing Original, old time and new bluegrass music, with some of our own unique arrangements. We really enjoying playing together and sharing with others bringing a lot of energy to the stage. The band specializes in three part harmonies as well as three different lead vocalists. We've recently released our first EP, and have opened up for big names such as "Jacob Jolliff Band" and "Shane Smith and the Saint". Listen here: on YouTube |
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White Pine Lightning - 3:30pm
White Pine Lightning is a high-octane bluegrass band rooted in tradition but electrified by modern energy. Hailing from the heart of the American mountain country, they blend the raw, high-lonesome sound of classic bluegrass with a fast, aggressive drive that sets them apart from the pack.
Drawing influence from legends like Bill Monroe and Ralph Stanley while channeling the power and speed of modern string bands, White Pine Lightning delivers hard-hitting sets packed with blistering guitar runs, lightning-fast fiddle lines, and three-part harmonies that strike like a thunderclap. Whether it's a traditional breakdown or an original foot-stomper, their sound is steeped in the spirit of the Appalachian hills but roars with an edge all their own. Equally at home in backwoods festivals, rowdy honky-tonks, and urban venues, White Pine Lightning ignites crowds with their passionate picking and high-energy performances. Their name says it all: rooted like a pine, wild like a storm. Listen here: on YouTube |
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ADDRESS:
Idaho Bluegrass Association PO Box 6074 Boise, ID 83707 |
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