# Event Details - **Event Name**: 53rd Annual Nova Scotia Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 20 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 26 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join us in celebrating the longest running bluegrass music festival in Canada! Save by purchasing Advance Tickets now!!About this EventThe 53rd Annual Nova Scotia Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Festival offers something for all ages. Featuring two multi-award winning bands exclusive in Maritimes: EAST NASH GRASS as well as the DAVID PARMLEY BAND!! Plus 7 of the best bands Canada's East Coast has to offer! With more than 20 hours of incredible performances, this event aims to bring together members from all communities who share a passion for bluegrass, oltdime, country, folk, and all other genres of acoustic music. Be there as we honour our past, applaud the present, and together solidify the bright future of bluegrass music right here in Nova Scotia!Returning to the beautiful Beechbrook Campground in amazing Ardoise NS, attendees will find a mix of musicians, wonderful workshops, a variety of vendors, and jiving jam sessions. Meet new people, or catch up with old friends, you don't want to miss this historic event! :)Buy Early! Advance Weekend Tickets are $90+fees (Save $20/ticket off the gate price! Available until April 15th)We are proud to present:East Nash Grass - TN, USADavid Parmley Band - TN, USABluegrass Diamonds - NBA New Shade of Blue - NSEddy Poirier & Grassline - NBBluegrass Tradition - NSMatt Lunn & Echo Mountain - NSHigh River - NBMark Cameron Band - NSThere will be many programs throughout the weekend including children's activities, musical workshops, and many, many jams!Visit www.downeastgrass.com, or find us on Facebook or Instagram for more information. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/18c40800-8426-11f1-a0f0-b3fc05930e16-rimg-w957-h740-dc0261c1-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/18f30740-8426-11f1-8a8c-3fe57d70e589-rimg-w1115-h740-dceeedeb-gmir.jpg https://youtu.be/5U01tmomopI?si=XcYFaA1GJsbbmdcG https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/191f4760-8426-11f1-a0f0-b3fc05930e16-rimg-w1115-h740-dc151415-gmir.jpg https://youtu.be/1bzII2mQlOM?si=FLiPVWKINjw3GRqK https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/193d2fa0-8426-11f1-8a8c-3fe57d70e589-rimg-w1115-h740-dc351f2c-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/19683740-8426-11f1-8a8c-3fe57d70e589-rimg-w1115-h740-dc111111-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/19a455e0-8426-11f1-957f-f1f06462340d-rimg-w1115-h740-dcefddd4-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/19cb8cf0-8426-11f1-8a8c-3fe57d70e589-rimg-w1115-h740-dc475b79-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/19f9eff0-8426-11f1-8a8c-3fe57d70e589-rimg-w1115-h740-dc49472e-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/1a28c820-8426-11f1-957f-f1f06462340d-rimg-w1115-h740-dcbe1817-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/1a5619b0-8426-11f1-957f-f1f06462340d-rimg-w1115-h740-dc171511-gmir.jpg AgendaMonday - 10:00 AM - Festival Gate Opens!!Thursday - Banjo BINGOThursday - Stage PerformancesFriday - Open MicFriday - Official Opening CeremoniesFriday - Stage PerformancesSaturday - YouthGrass Children's ProgramSaturday - WorkshopsSaturday - Stage PerformancesJams Jams Jams! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ardoise/53rd-annual-nova-scotia-bluegrass-and-oldtime-music-festival/100001981964449020 - **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, music-festivals, festivals, workshops, open-mic, live-music, bingo - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: BeechBrook Campground - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 10, max: 110, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Ardoise - **state**: NS - **country**: Canada - **location**: BeechBrook Campground - **lat**: 44.9684184 - **long**: -63.9570495 - **full address**: BeechBrook Campground, 167 Beech Brook Road, Ardoise, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 53rd Annual Nova Scotia Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/ffc582f3e242d93efea731f767809fd2160f014368aed93f54a323f5e2581df4-rimg-w1200-h600-dc2e2e2c-gmir.jpg?v=1777561291 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 53rd Annual Nova Scotia Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Festival being held? - **A:** 53rd Annual Nova Scotia Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Festival takes place on Mon, 20 Jul, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 26 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm at BeechBrook Campground, 167 Beech Brook Road, Ardoise, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing 53rd Annual Nova Scotia Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Festival? - **A:** 53rd Annual Nova Scotia Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Festival is organized by Downeast Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Society. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 53rd Annual Nova Scotia Bluegrass & Oldtime Music Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ardoise, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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