Our online merch store is open October 13-27. PRE-ORDER: By popular demand, we are re-making a limited quantity of our best-sellers. IN STOCK: We also have a few of this year’s favorite styles in limited quantity and sizes. hardlystrictlybluegrass.mysh… #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Save the dates! See you then!

We draw your attention to the 2026 Schedule page on our website, where you will find listings by day, alphabetical listings by artist name, and a daily schedule grid. You will also be able to download the very useful Print At Home schedule. Details here: hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/…

We don't want you going hungry at HSB, so we've lined up a whole lot of excellent vendors with an amazing and delicious range of offerings this year. Check the app or our website for a full list of vendors and locations! hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/… #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

For those unexpected needs, we've got you covered: here's an overview of the many essential items available for purchase at our General Store, located in Arrow Meadow. #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Cristina Vane brings a rock sensibility and a deep love of old tunes to the Arrow Stage on Sunday, and meanwhile you might want to check out her "Getting High in Hotel Rooms" on our Spotify playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/4c… #cristinavanemusic #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegras

If you're joining us from afar this weekend, here's the HSBTV streaming schedule to help you strategize. Watch on our website, in the app, or use the QR code in the graphic to access the livestream. #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass #hsbatyourhouse

Joining us for the first time is Australian singer-songwriter Grace Cummings. She's first up on the Towers of Gold Stage on Sunday--please give her a warm HSB welcome! Listen to her "I'm Not Crazy" on our Spotify playlist. open.spotify.com/playlist/4c… #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Don't miss Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Butch Hancock and friends as they pay tribute to longtime collaborator Joe Ely Sunday on the Banjo Stage. They go Out of the Park Oct. 5 at Hopmonk Novato, benefiting Sweet Relief. Tickets here: eventim.us/event/jimmie-dale…

After 50 years of leading Dry Branch Fire Squad and over 20 sets at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, Ron Thomason will be retiring from the road. Make sure you get to the Park in time to enjoy this festive sendoff Sunday morning on the Banjo Stage! #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Welcome back to our dear friends Wreckless Strangers! They're on the Arrow Stage at 3:20 pm on Friday, October 2. Listen to their new track "Lost Again" on our Spotify playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/4c… @wreckstrangers #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

We share this reminder from Butter, our bovine avatar, to take no notice of people trying to sell you their HSB tickets. HSB is free, there are no tickets. Bring your kindness to the Park and enjoy some great music. See you there! #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

For those unexpected needs, we've got you covered: here's an overview of the many essential items available for purchase at our General Store, located in Arrow Meadow. #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Singer-songwriter Alex Amen joins us Saturday morning, October 3, on the Rooster Stage! For a small preview, listen to "This Love of Mine" on our Spotify playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/4c… #alexamen #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

We draw your attention to the 2026 Schedule page on our website for listings by day, alphabetical listings by artist name, and a daily schedule grid. Also download the very useful Print At Home schedule. Details: hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/… #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

You've been asking, and here's the FAQ of FAQs: what's OK to bring in, what's OK but will slow you down, and what won't be allowed in and is best left at home. For lots more detail, visit our Info & FAQ page: hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/… #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

We don't want you going hungry at HSB, so we've lined up a whole lot of excellent vendors with an amazing and delicious range of offerings this year. Check the app or our website for a full list of vendors and locations! hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/… #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

While we all wish Alison Krauss a speedy recovery, we are extremely happy that Rilo Kiley will take her spot on the Saturday lineup. Jenny Lewis has played HSB many times, so having her with the rest of her band at the Swan Stage on Saturday will be big fun! @RiloKiley #HSB26

Now waiting for you in the HSB app: This year's full schedule, with lots of handy ways to make your plans. Check it out! #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

It's been quite a spell since The Crooked Jades were with us in the Park, so please join us in giving them a warm Welcome Back! And listen to "Wade in the Water" from their latest album on our Spotify playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/4c… @CrookedJades #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass