Author: Michael Hall

NCBS Will Follow State & County Covid Rules At Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival

The Northern California Bluegrass Society will follow the California and San Benito County Covid Policies in place at the time of the August 11-14, 2022 Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival in Tres Pinos. Currently, these rules do not require proof of vaccination. Medical experts strongly recommend vaccination to avoid serious illness or death from Covid.

First Stage Schedule For August 11-14 Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival

Here is the First Stage Schedule for the August 11-14, 2022 Northern California Bluegrass Society Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival:

FRIDAY, August 12

10:00 am — Lucas Lawson
11:00 — Jee-Hee & Jesse
Noon — Matt Michienzie Band
1:00pm — Sunny Side of the Mountain
The Main Stage performances will begin at 3:00pm on Friday. Tickets can be purchased on this website or there will be plenty of tickets at the gate.

One Day Reminder: Last Day To Buy Discount Advance GOF Tickets Is Friday July 22

One Day Reminder: Sales of Discount Advance Tickets for the August 11-14, 2022 Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival end on this Friday, July 22. (Mailed ticket orders will be accepted if postmarked by July 22.)

Everyone receives an advance purchase discount; NCBS Members receive a deep discount with their advance purchase.

GOF Flyer & Mail Ticket Form

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2022 Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival Main Stage Schedule

Here is the Main Stage schedule for the August 11-14, 2022 NCBS Good Old Fashioned Bluegrass Festival at the San Benito County Historical Park in Tres Pinos.

Main Stage:

FRIDAY, August 12

3:00pm — Birches Bend

4:00 — Young & Up Too Late

5:00 — Eric Burman & The Brookdale Bluegrass Band

6:00 — Dinner Break & Workshops

7:00 — Dan & Laurel

8:00 — Dark Hollow

9:00 — Bean Creek

SATURDAY, August 13

10:00am — Open Heartstrings

11:00 — Solid Gold Stranger

Noon — Lucky Drive Bluegrass Band

1:00pm — Lunch & Workshops

2:00 — Goat Hill Girls

3:00 — High Water Line

4:00 — Festival Speed

5:00 — Mission Blue

6:00 — Dinner & Workshops

7:00 — Muleskinner Stomp

8:00 — Jubilee

9:00 — Mother Corn Shuckers

10:00 — Dance Party: The Story Tellers

SUNDAY, August 14

10:00am — Marin County Breakdown

11:00 — Who’s Feeling Young Now

Noon — Kids On Stage

1:00pm — Rose Valley Thorns

2:00 — The Courthouse Ramblers

 

 

 

 

Support Local Bluegrass By Joining Or Renewing Your NCBS Membership

Your support of bluegrass music in our area is much appreciated at this critical time — and our volunteers have big plans! 2022 will be a great year to be a member.

Now is the time to renew your membership in your local bluegrass music club! The Northern California Bluegrass Society welcomes all new, renewing, and returning members. It only takes a moment to join or renew on this website or by mail.

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NCBS Gathering Membership & Volunteer Party Is Saturday July 16 At Loch Lomond Near Felton

The Second Annual NCBS Gathering Membership & Volunteer Party at Loch Lomond Park, Felton has been set for this Saturday, July 16, 2022. The event is open to NCBS Members and Volunteers (and to those interested in becoming either one).

This is a FREE, fun outdoor event and a chance to meet new folks while enjoying great music.

Location: City of Santa Cruz Loch Lomond Recreation Area, 100 Loch Lomond Way, Felton, CA 95018.

Park gates open at 7:00am and close at 7:30pm. Parking is limited, so carpooling is highly recommended (Parking fee is $8.00 per car.) Follow the signs to our reserved area in the lower lot by the lake.

SATURDAY, July 16

All Day: Boating & Fishing in Loch Lomond Lake, with boat rides by Eric or Bruce and boat rentals available. The lake has bass, trout & catfish. Daily fishing licenses are available if you need one.

Beginning At Noon: NCBS will supply burgers, hot dogs, sodas, and water. You are also welcome to bring your own picnic and alcohol of your choosing. Enjoy!

Stage Schedule:

Noon — Phil & Anne Pflager

1:30pm — Lucas Lawson

2:30 — Eric Burman & The Brookdale Bluegrass Band

3:30 — Post Folk Revivalists

4:30-6:00 — BanjerDan & The Danger Band Plus Closing Jam Extravaganza!