IBMA’s official showcase series is the premier platform for introducing talent and new material to the bluegrass community. Thousands of bluegrass fans fill six venues throughout Downtown Raleigh over three nights to catch the newest in bluegrass music!
Tickets on sale on or near June 8, 2021
Up to 30 artists will be invited to participate in the IBMA Bluegrass Ramble as Official Showcase Artists. We celebrate a diverse lineup of acts from all over the world playing across the stylistic spectrum. No matter where you are from or what style of bluegrass you play, our Official Showcase can take your music career to new heights!
IBMA Songwriter Showcase
Spotlighting ten selected songwriters or songwriting teams
APPLICATIONS OPEN MAY 1 – MAY 31
LEARN MORESponsored Showcases
Agents, labels, artists, & corporate partners can sponsor showcases throughout the week
LEARN MOREYouth Showcases
IBMA Kids on Bluegrass program and IBMA Youth Stage during IBMA Bluegrass Live!
APPLICATIONS OPEN JUNE 7 – JUNE 30
LEARN MOREBluegrass College Band Showcase
The IBMA Foundation hosts a showcase of college bluegrass bands from across the country
APPLICATIONS OPEN JUNE 7 – JUNE 30
LEARN MOREThe IBMA Bluegrass Ramble is comprised of five downtown Raleigh venues plus two stages in the Raleigh Convention Center. The City of Raleigh provides free bus transportation during full Ramble hours, running continuously from venue to venue.
