Fort Bragg Blues Festival
May 1-3, 2026
Downtown Fort Bragg, California
FESTIVAL MISSION
Celebrating Community Through Music
The Fort Bragg Blues Festival showcases the
unique charm of our coastal city while
attracting visitors and boosting our local
economy during the shoulder season. This
signature event draws music lovers from
across the region, fostering community spirit
and supporting local businesses year-round.
"We're focused on developing more events
that support local businesses and drive
tourism during the off-peak seasons." —
Isaac Whippy, City Manager
NOW ON SALE
Ticket Options for Every Blues Lover
All-Access Passes
Experience everything!
Access to 10 paid
performances plus the free
community concert. Limited
to 50 passes due to intimate
venue sizes. Some shows
are exclusively for pass
holders.
2-Day Weekend
Pass
Enjoy both Saturday and
Sunday at the outdoor
festival grounds with 6
dynamic performances, plus
the free community concert.
Single Day Pass
Choose Saturday or Sunday
for 3 energetic performances
at the festival grounds, plus
access to the free community
concert.
Headliner-Only
Pass
See our featured acts Roy
Rogers & The Delta Rhythm
Kings and Aki Kumar, the
self-proclaimed "Bollywood of
Blues!"
Get your tickets at fortbraggblues.com • Last year's festival was a complete sell-out! February is Local's Discount Month
Since this event was a SELL-OUT last year, the City of Fort Bragg wanted to give LOCALS a chance to grab your tickets early and at a significant discount. The discount is 18% on all tickets except All-Access Passes (only 60 of those left after the holiday sale!) Locals Discount Code: FBLOCAL (all caps) Please enter the promo code at checkout.
Local's is defined as Mendocino Coastal Communities.
Roaring 20's Kick-Off Event
April 30th
Start your festival weekend with a wild ride on the world-famous Skunk Train to Glen Blair Bar, nestled in a magical redwood grove. Dance the night away to the nostalgic sounds of Stella & The Starlights performing music from the 1920s, 30s, and 40s. Period dress recommended but not required for this unforgettable evening of vintage vibes and rip-roaring fun!
SuperStar Lineup 2026
Roy Rogers & The Delta
Rhythm Kings
Legendary slide guitarist and
headliner
Tia Carroll
Powerhouse Blues, Soul and
R&B
Aki Kumar
The "Bollywood of Blues" brings
fusion magic
GeminiiDragon
Powerful vocals and electrifying
stage presence
Rowland & Tumblin'
High-energy blues with authentic
soul
Mike Hammar and The
Nails
Raw, authentic blues tradition
Steve Lucky & the
Rhumba Bums
Featuring Miss Carmen Getit with
swing and sass
Matt Axton Band
Guitar-Driven Roots -Rock &
Americana
Red's Blues Band
Sacramento Blues
Hall of Fame
Black Horse Blues
Band
Native American Blues
Plus: a free community concert with local favorites The Mighty T-Bones!
SPECIAL EVENTS
Beyond the Main Stage
Whiskey & Blues Seafood Dinner
February 5th
An unforgettable night on the harbor. In
collaboration with Noyo Harbor
Inn/HarborView Bistro, Mendocino
Spirits/Tamar Distillery and the Fort Bragg
Blues Festival, we’re bringing together the
best of coastal dining, live music, and local
craft whiskeys.
Enjoy a welcome reception, a 3-course
seasonal meal, paired whisky tastings, and
soul-stirring music featuring Big Mo, Volker
Strifler & Chris Nichols on drums.
Festival Venues & Locations
Friday, May 1st 1
Town Hall & Tall Guy Brewery • Intimate performances
exclusively for All-Access Pass Holders (max capacity 150) 2 Saturday, May 2nd
Bainbridge Park • Free Community Concert — likely the
first event at the newly renovated park!
Main Stage/Festival Tent Grounds • Multiple performances (capacity 400-500)
Town Hall • Late night show to keep the music going
Sunday, May 3rd 3
Main Stage/Festival Tent Grounds • Festival finale
performances (capacity 400-500)
2025 IMPACT
2025 Festival Success by the Numbers
70%
Visitors from Outside Fort
Bragg
Drawing music fans from across
California and beyond
52.6%
Hotel Stays
Supporting local hospitality businesses
50% stayed 2-3 nights
$69K
Total Revenue
Visitors Locals
2026 Proposed Budget
$138K
Total Revenue
$55K
Sponsorships
$74K
Ticket Sales
$10K
Other Revenue
Sponsorships Ticket Sales Other Revenue
Other Revenue includes advertising revenue from our Blues Festival Program Booklet , vendor fees, and merchandise sales.
The donut chart illustrates the breakdown of the proposed revenue by source for 2026. Ticket sales are projected to be the largest contributor at $74,000, followed by sponsorships at $55,000, and other revenue sources making up $10,000.
2026 Ticket Sales Momentum
$31K
Ticket Sales to Date
60%
All-Access Passes Sold
+ already sold
Strong early sales driven by successful Holiday Campaign Where Our 2026 Attendees Are Coming From
Northern California
Bay Area
San Francisco (94109)
Lafayette (94549)
Albany (94706)
North Coast
Fort Bragg (95437)
Mendocino (95460)
Cazadero (95417)
Forestville (95436)
Philo (95466)
Inland Northern
California
Santa Rosa (95405)
Ukiah (95482)
Willits (95490)
Redwood Valley (95470)
Twain Harte (95383)
Sacramento Region
Sacramento (95823,
95826)
Fair Oaks (95628)
Rescue (95672)
Vacaville (95688)
Northern California
Chico (95926)
Grass Valley (95949)
Magalia (95954)
Corning (96021)
Out of State
Maplewood, New Jersey
Alvord, Texas
Hailey, Idaho
Sponsorship Opportunities
Platinum Sponsor
$10,000+
Logo on all marketing materials
Premium booth space
VIP passes (10)
Stage recognition
Social media features
Gold Sponsor
$5,000-$9,999
Logo on select marketing
materials
Booth space
VIP passes (6)
Stage recognition
Social media mentions
Silver Sponsor
$2,500-$4,999
Logo on website and program
Booth space
VIP passes (4)
Stage recognition
Bronze Sponsor
$1000-$2499
Logo on website and program
VIP passes (2)
Recognition in materials
Community Supporter
Under $1,000
Logo on website
Recognition in program
Contact us at [email protected] to discuss partnership opportunities
Spreading the Blues
Multi-Channel Marketing Strategy
We employ a diverse strategy to reach our audience, combining traditional and digital approaches:
Targeted Radio & Local Media Coverage
Social Media & Google Ad Campaigns
Local Print & Community Outreach
Leveraging Word-of-Mouth Buzz
Let Down Your Hair & Feel
the Blues
Get away from your devices, embody your being, and immerse yourself in three days of unforgettable music, community, and pure joy our cool coastal town of Fort Bragg, CA. Your presence helps to shine a bright light in our corner of the world! Last year's festival sold out completely — don't miss your chance to be part of this year's celebration!
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Fort Bragg Blues Festival • May 1-3, 2025
Visit fortbraggblues.com for complete schedule and details