Charleston Bluegrass Festival

Here’s a terrific festival that’s in one of the most peaceful venues around. 

Woodlands Nature Reserve is a hidden gem in the Charleston area, located off of Ashley River Road (aka Highway 61), across from Middleton Plantation.  It encompasses 6,000 acres of private land, 11 lakes, 60 miles of wooded trails and a blackwater cypress swamp… ideal for hearing some bluegrass.

And bluegrass you will hear, for two straight days.  You can purchase single-day passes, two-day passes (regular or VIP), or camping passes, with plush camping options onsite, for both cars and RVs.

Exact dates and details for 2026 haven't been announced yet, so stay tuned.  The lineup for 2025 was stellar  -  over 20 groups/acts, on two lakefront stages.  Performers included:

• Kitchen Dwellers (two nights)
• Susto Stringband
• Sicard Hollow
• Arkansauce
• Liam Purcell & Cane Mill Road
• Tan & Sober Gentlemen
• Into the Fog
• Holler Choir
• AC Scar & Co.
• Swamptooth
• The Well Drinkers
• Dallas Baker & Friends
• The Hillclimbers
• Low Ground
• Sawgrass
• Boonie Bevins and the Carolina Bluegrass Band
• The Mud Minnows

Besides music, there will be plenty of cool vendors  -  arts and crafts, food and beverages galore, including a fully stocked bar. 

The festival is family-friendly, and kids 8 and under are free. 

You can even bring your kayak or bike.  Just please be sure not to disturb any of the wildlife.