IBMA Bluegrass Live!

October 23-24, 2026

Downtown Chattanooga

IBMA Bluegrass Live!® returns to Chattanooga in 2026 with a refreshed festival experience designed to bring fans closer to the music while delivering the high-energy bluegrass you love.

This year’s festival will feature a thoughtfully curated format centered around key venues:

Chattanooga Convention Center
The Signal
Barrelhouse Ballroom

With a more focused festival experience, fans can expect:

A closer connection to artists and performances
A comfortable and consistent experience, rain or shine
A limited number of tickets, including only 200 VIP passes

Beyond these main venues, the festival will continue to come alive across the city, with additional spaces and outdoor gathering areas like Miller Park and Miller Plaza helping shape the full IBMA Bluegrass Live! experience.

Festival Pricing

This year, we’re offering both a VIP Weekend Pass and a GA Weekend Pass, and whether you’re looking for premium perks or just a weekend of bluegrass, there’s an option for you. Click on the tabs below to explore pricing!

VIP Weekend Pass
Member Presale (July 14-July 21)	$ 420.00
Early Bird (July 21-August 3)	$ 420.00
Advance Rate (August 4-August 17)	$ 450.00
Normal Rate (August 18-Event)	$ 480.00

Regular Weekend Pass	Members	Non-Members
Member Presale (July 14-July 21)	$ 155.00	–
Early Bird (July 21-August 3)	$ 155.00	$ 170.00
Advance Rate (August 4-August 17)	$ 175.00	$ 190.00
Normal Rate (August 18-Event)	$ 195.00	$ 210.00

New in 2026: VIP Weekend Pass!

Elevate your festival experience with our brand new VIP Weekend Pass, designed for fans who want the very best access all weekend long.

VIP perks include:

Priority seating at the Convention Center
Mezzanine seating at The Signal
Pre-sale access for the Late Night Jam at Barrelhouse Ballroom, plus limited, first come first served seating
Two Happy Hour sets with live bands, complimentary wine, beer, and whiskey tastings, and light snacks
- Friday, October 23 at Stratus Rooftop at Caption
- Saturday, October 24 at 50/50 Wine + Martini Bar
Dedicated early entry at The Signal. VIPs skip the line!
Access to a dedicated front-section standing area at The Signal
A special foil poster available only to VIP ticket holders
And more!

Only 200 VIP Weekend Passes will be available, and we expect them to sell out quickly. Be sure to secure yours as soon as they go on sale.

Tickets on Sale Soon

IBMA Member Presale
Tuesday, July 14 at 10 AM CT

Being an IBMA Member comes with exclusive perks. Members will have the first opportunity to secure VIP Weekend Passes and GA Weekend Passes before tickets open to the public, plus enjoy a special discount on GA Weekend Passes.

With limited tickets available and only 200 VIP Weekend Passes offered, early access will make all the difference.

General Public Onsale
Tuesday, July 21 at 10 AM CT

VIP Weekend Passes and GA Werekend Passes open to the general public on July 21. Plan ahead and be ready at on-sale to secure your tickets.

If you’re interested in becoming an IBMA member ahead of member presale, click here to learn more. Now’s the time to join and take advantage of early access and savings.