Traditional at heart — modern in sound — original by design!
Upcoming Blue Spruce appearances
Sat 7/18/26 6:00-9:00pm, Brookeville Beer Farm,
20315 A Georgia Ave, Brookeville MD
Brookeville Beer Farm is a craft brewery specializing in outstanding beer
and delicious wood-fired pizza, all made with farm-grown ingredients. Relax
indoors or outdoors, enjoy a beautiful summer evening, and join us for three
hours of live bluegrass. No cover!
Sat 8/1/26 10:00-11:00am, Kensington Summer Concert Series,
Howard Avenue Park, 3716 Howard Ave,
Kensington MD
Join your neighbors and friends for live music at the Kensington Summer
Concert Series, held outdoors under the pergola in Howard Avenue Park, across
the street from the Farmers' Market at the Train Station. Enjoy a morning of
bluegrass with Blue Spruce, pick up some treats at the market, and relax with
friends and family. Limited seating - please arrive early or bring your own
lawn chairs. Free!
Thu 8/6/26 8:00-10:30pm, Quarry House Tavern,
8401 Georgia Ave 13 Steps Down,
Silver Spring MD
The Quarry House Tavern is a DMV institution - a character-filled basement
dive known for excellent burgers and tots, strong beers, lively events like
trivia and live music, and a famously good happy hour. Arrive early for
dinner and a good seat. No cover!
Thu 8/13/26 7:00-9:00pm,
The New Deal Cafe,
113 Centerway, Greenbelt MD
The New Deal Cafe is a multiple award-winning music venue known for
showcasing diverse genres and outstanding performers from across the region.
The eclectic menu includes many vegetarian and vegan options. No
cover!
Sun 8/16/26 6:30-9:00pm, The Outta the Way Cafe,
17503 Redland Rd, Derwood MD
The Outta the Way Cafe is rooted in the urban traditions of community and
hospitality, serving generous portions of great food. Voted “Best Live
Music in Montgomery County” by Bethesda Magazine. No
cover!
Sun 8/23/26 time TBA, Washington Folk Festival,
Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd,
Glen Echo MD
Join Blue Spruce at the Washington Folk Festival! This beloved annual
festival features six stages of music, dance, and storytelling, with
performances ranging from bluegrass, Celtic, Americana, blues, and Zydeco
to folk traditions from around the world. Food trucks, picnic tables, and
it's all free! Sponsored by the Folklore Society of Greater
Washington.
Sat 9/26/26 1:00-1:45pm and 4:00-4:45pm,
50th Annual Mountain Heritage
Arts & Crafts Festival, Jefferson County Fairgrounds,
Kearneysville WV
Join Blue Spruce on the Mainstage at the 50th Annual Mountain Heritage Arts
& Crafts Festival! Set in the rolling countryside of Jefferson County,
this beloved festival features fine arts, handcrafted goods, local wine, and
live music throughout the day. Come stroll the grounds, explore the exhibits,
and enjoy a full day of Appalachian culture and bluegrass.
Sun 9/27/26 2:50-5:10pm, Diederich & Tontala (Blue
Spruce Duo), 50th Annual Mountain
Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival,
Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Kearneysville WV
A special unplugged performance of Barb Diederich and Andrew Tontala on the
grounds of the 50th Annual Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival.
Bluegrass in the true old fashioned Appalachian tradition!