29th Annual Cumberland River Bluegrass Festival Brings Music, Tradition, and Community Together

For nearly three decades, the Cumberland River Bluegrass Festival has drawn performers, families, and visitors to Burkesville, KY. The festival reflects the music traditions of Kentucky while highlighting the community’s identity along the river. Residents and guests gather each year not only for the music but also for the sense of place this event represents.

Three Days of Live Bluegrass on the Riverfront

The 29th Annual Cumberland River Bluegrass Festival will take place September 18–20, 2025, at 214 Upper River Street in Burkesville. The event offers three days of live music, free admission, and free parking. Visitors can expect nationally recognized bluegrass acts alongside local performers who bring their style to the stage.

Festival Schedule

Thursday, September 18

• 6:00 pm Fred Spencer
• 6:45 pm New Strength
• 7:30 pm Fred Spencer
• 8:15 pm New Strength

Friday, September 19

• 6:00–7:30 pm Rounder Station
• 7:30–9:00 pm Volume 5

Saturday, September 20

• 1:00 pm Lincoln Mash and Heather Alley
• 1:45 pm Kenny Stinson and Perfect Tym’n
• 2:30 pm Shannon Slaughter
• 3:15 pm Special Consensus
• 4:00 pm Williamson Branch
• 4:45–5:30 pm Supper Break
• 5:30 pm Lincoln Mash and Heather Alley
• 6:15 pm Kenny Stinson and Perfect Tym’n
• 7:00 pm Shannon Slaughter
• 7:45 pm Special Consensus
• 8:30 pm Williamson Branch

Magnify Productions will provide audio, lighting, and video services to enhance the experience.

Why Visitors Return Year After Year

The festival highlights the traditions of Burkesville and the Cumberland River while creating opportunities for visitors to experience the community. The setting along the water, the quality of the performers, and the accessibility of the event make it an anchor for regional tourism.

Locals return each year because the festival connects neighbors, businesses, and families in one space. Visitors travel for the music but leave with a deeper understanding of the culture that makes Burkesville unique.

Plan Your Visit

The Bluegrass Festival offers easy access, free parking, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Visitors can plan to spend the afternoon enjoying local restaurants and shops before heading to the riverfront for evening shows.

Make your plans to attend the Cumberland River Bluegrass Festival, September 18–20, and experience how music continues to shape the identity of Burkesville.