The Palisade Bluegrass & Roots Festival returns June 5-7, 2026, to Riverbend Park in Palisade, CO.  Get ready for 16 bands performing over 3 days on 2 stages along the Colorado River.  This family-friendly event showcases nationally touring artists alongside local favorites for a weekend of incredible musical performances.

Be sure to read our review from the 2025 Palisade Bluegrass & Roots Festival:

2025 Palisade Bluegrass and Roots Festival: Tunes, Trails and Tastings on the Western Slope

An Impressive Musical Lineup for 2026

For their 17th festival celebration, this riverside festival is bringing in bands that will keep you dancing all day and night.   Headliners include Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, Andy Frasco and the U.N., and Shinyribs.  

This year’s roster of musicians blends funk, country, folk, pop, and bluegrass into a Colorado festival lineup that can’t be missed.

PRO TIP: Our festival performer recommendations include: 

Magoo, Handmade Moments, Bronwyn Keith Hynes, Rapidgrass, and Liver Down the River. 

“Each year that we release our music lineup, it’s so exciting – and to get the feedback that we’re getting is so gratifying. We love when we deliver a good vibe and good music,” said Josh Behrman, founder of Mountain Groove Productions.

Check out all of the artists performing at the 2026 Palisade Bluegrass & Roots Festival: www.palisademusic.com

A Bluegrass & Roots Family-Friendly Festival

“The Palisade Bluegrass and Roots Festival celebrates music, community, and the outdoors.” says Amy Kimberly, festival organizer.

Bring the bikes and pack up the kids!  This festival is right in the heart of downtown Palisade, Colorado – a small town that is easy to explore and enjoy before, during, and after the music festival festivities.

Daily interactive drum circles will be hosted by Drumming Sounds. All skill levels are welcome to participate. Bring your own instruments or use the ones provided.

From Yoga Classes to Cycling Tours to the famous annual Pond Games (the “Olympics of Palisade”), there are lots of great ways to keep the kids – and adults – active all weekend long.  Looking for more adventure? You can rent SUPs, kayaks, or cruisers from Palisade Cycle and Shuttle.

Be sure to purchase separate tickets for the Bourbon Barrel Tasting or to sit in on the Jam Camp.   Those looking for more musical experiences can attend the daily Faux Paux Workshops.

For more details on all of the daily activities, visit www.palisademusic.com/activities.

2026 Activities schedules and details coming soon!

Don’t miss out on this incredible annual music festival in the beautiful town of Palisade, Colorado.

EARLY BIRD TICKETS
Deep-discount early bird passes are available now while supplies last, offering the best pricing of
the year for 3-day passes, single-day tickets, camping, and VIP packages.

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The 2026 Palisade Bluegrass & Roots Daily Music Schedule

FRIDAY

• The Queen Bees Band

• Stillhouse String Band

• The Slocan Ramblers

• Magoo

• Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country

SATURDAY

• Liver Down the River

• Handmade Moments

• Boot Juice

• RapidGrass

• Chaparelle

• Andy Frasco & The U.N.

SUNDAY

• The Pickpockets

• Bronwyn Keith Hynes

• SUN JR

• Southern Ave

• Shinyribs

More Festival Details:

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