Cold Weather.
Hot Pickin'.
THE 2027 WINTER BLUEGRASS JUBILEE
- January 23, 2027
- Pickens High School Fine Arts Center | Pickens, SC
A Whole Lotta Bluegrass.
A Whole Lotta Fun.
Featuring Alan Bibey & Grasstowne and Volume Five
Get ready for a full day of incredible bluegrass, toe-tappin’ tunes, and good old-fashioned fun! Join us as award-winning artists, regional favorites, and rising young musicians come together to celebrate the music and traditions of Southern Appalachia.
Enjoy a full day of live performances across two stages, free music workshops, informal jam sessions, local vendors, and great food. It’s a chance to hear incredible music, connect with fellow music lovers, and experience the Appalachian traditions that bring our community together.
Here’s what’s waiting for you:
Award-winning national bluegrass headliners
Talented regional musicians and YAM student performers
Two stages packed with live music
Free workshops led by professional musicians
Jam sessions for musicians and music lovers
Food concessions and local vendors
An indoor festival experience for the whole family
Meet the Headliners
Get ready for some serious pickin’! Headliners Alan Bibey & Grasstowne and Volume Five lead an incredible lineup of talented regional musicians, rising young performers, and plenty more bluegrass favorites throughout the day.
Alan Bibey & Grasstowne
Get ready for masterful mandolin picking, powerful instrumentals, and outstanding harmonies! Led by two-time IBMA Mandolin Player of the Year Alan Bibey, Grasstowne brings exceptional musicianship and decades of bluegrass tradition to the Jubilee stage.
Volume Five
Closing out the Jubilee, Volume Five delivers an unforgettable blend of traditional and contemporary bluegrass. Led by acclaimed fiddler and vocalist Glen Harrell, this award-winning band has earned national recognition for its rich harmonies, powerful performances, and chart-topping music.
More Musicians Announced Soon!
Get Your Tickets and Help Keep the Music Playing
When you attend the Winter Bluegrass Jubilee, you’re doing more than enjoying an incredible day of music. You’re helping inspire the next generation of Appalachian musicians.
Proceeds support Preserving Our Southern Appalachian Music (POSAM) and its Young Appalachian Musicians (YAM) programs, which provide music education and performance opportunities to more than 500 young musicians each year.
Come for the music. Be part of the tradition.
Purchased prior to Thanksgiving
Aged 5th grade and younger
Take Center Stage as a Sponsor!
Put your business in the spotlight while making a difference in your community!
Becoming a Winter Bluegrass Jubilee sponsor is more than supporting a great event. It’s an opportunity to introduce your business to new audiences, build brand awareness, and connect with a community that values music, tradition, and giving back.
With sponsorship opportunities starting at just $100, benefits may include:
- Brand Visibility: Feature your business name or logo in event promotions, social media, and event signage.
Connect With New Customers: Select sponsorship levels include an onsite promotional table to showcase your business.
Exclusive VIP Experiences: Enjoy special access to the performer and program staff dining area, with meals included.
Complimentary Event Tickets: Share the Jubilee experience with employees, clients, or friends.
A Special Musical Experience: Select sponsorship levels include a performance by one of YAM’s talented student ensembles at a later date.
Best of all, your sponsorship helps provide music education and opportunities for young musicians while preserving the rich musical traditions of Southern Appalachia.
Ready to get involved? Contact our team at connect@yamupstate.com to explore sponsorship packages and discover how your business can be part of the Jubilee!