Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival 2025
If you’ve ever dreamt of spending mid‑July soaking in toe‑tappin’ tunes under the Catskill sky, the Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival is calling your name. Running July 16–20, 2025, at the scenic Walsh Farm in Oak Hill, NY, this celebration brings together an international bluegrass community for five delightful days of music, jamming, and camping.
What to Expect
A Festival Pops into Life: What’s a hay farm one week becomes a full-blown tent city the next—complete with six stages, workshops, vendor stalls, family zones, and spontaneous late-night jam circles. Thousands of folks from all over the U.S. and beyond gather to unwind and dive into the Appalachian rootsy groove .
A Rich Musical Line-Up: Nearly 50 acts span traditional and progressive bluegrass, Americana, and beyond. Festival favourites like Dry Branch Fire Squad (the official host band), Del McCoury Band, Sam Bush, Sierra Hull, Della Mae, I’m With Her, and Steep Canyon Rangers will grace the stages. Fresh faces include The California Honeydrops, Cris Jacobs, and globally-influenced ensembles like Ireland’s JigJam, Germany’s Johnny & The Yooahoos, and Latin-infused Larry & Joe .
Special Guests & Moments: Grammy winner Woody Platt takes on the role of Artist‑in‑Residence, teaming up with the Bluegrass Gentlemen and other performers across the weekend . Look out for a memorable “Woodstock Celebration” set featuring Adam Traum, Cindy Cashdollar, Jay & Molly Ungar, and more.
Days & Highlights by Stage
- Wednesday (16 July): Easier-going opener at the Catskill Stage with sets from Jim Gaudet & the Railroad Boys and Mark Gamsjager & the Lustre Kings.
- Thursday–Saturday (17–19 July): Five packed days with back-to-back acts including headliners, specialty collaborations, emerging artists, and genre-bending sets .
- Sunday (20 July): More early gospel tunes, farewell jams with Dry Branch Fire Squad and Woody Platt, and a collective final bow.
Family, Workshops & Community Vibes
Grey Fox isn’t just about watching—it’s hands-on. Try your hand at workshops, join the Bluegrass Academy for Kids (ages 8–17), trace your dancing roots, or simply chill around the campfire with fellow music lovers . Camping opens Wednesday, so arrive early to grab prime spots, meet neighbours, and prep for a weekend of musical magic .
Tickets & Getting There
- Where: Walsh Farm, Oak Hill, NY (1 Poultney Road, off County Route 22).
- When: July 16 (camping opens) to July 20 (Festival ends)—though full days of music run Thursday through Sunday.
- Tickets: Available now through official outlets, with day passes and full-festival tickets. Resales go through CashOrTrade to keep it legit.
Grey Fox is all about community, collaboration, and creativity. From high‑energy sets to laid‑back late‑night jams, it’s a true roots music haven. Whether you’re a seasoned string-picker, or just love good music, this festival delivers charm and authenticity in equal measure. If you’re heading out, pack comfy shoes, a taste for adventure, and maybe even your instrument. And don’t forget: camping starts Wednesday, so roll in early to soak in every ounce of this musical getaway.
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