IBMA World of Bluegrass
About this event
The IBMA World of Bluegrass is a music festival in Chattanooga, Tennessee, at Downtown Chattanooga. The 2026 event takes place Oct 23–24, 2026. The most important week in bluegrass converges on Chattanooga with a two-day live music festival, convention, tradeshow, awards show, and artist showcases across downtown. The 2026 IBMA World of Bluegrass festival runs October 23 and 24 along the Tennessee River.
Annual, late October
Location & directions
Downtown Chattanooga, Chattanooga, TN 37402
Frequently asked questions
When is IBMA World of Bluegrass 2026?
IBMA World of Bluegrass takes place Oct 23–24, 2026 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Annual, late October
Where is IBMA World of Bluegrass held?
IBMA World of Bluegrass is held in Chattanooga, Tennessee, at Downtown Chattanooga, Chattanooga, TN 37402.
What is IBMA World of Bluegrass?
The most important week in bluegrass converges on Chattanooga with a two-day live music festival, convention, tradeshow, awards show, and artist showcases across downtown.
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