# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Great 48 Jam 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 15 Jan, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun, 18 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Our favorite way to kick off the new year! The Great 48 Bluegrass Jam returns to the Bakersfield Marriott hotel Thursday, January 15 through Sunday, January 18. This four-day event is packed with hosted and free-form jams, instructional workshops, open mic opportunities and performances.

RESERVATIONS at the Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center are available now at californiabluegrass.org/cbaevent/great48 for CBA members (as well as current members of other represented bluegrass associations). Reservations for the general public open on Sept 15th.

ALL-ACCESS PASS: The cost for the full event is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. This will entitle you to attend ALL the hosted jams, the open mic show, performances, master class sessions and other activities. This small fee will allow the CBA to continue producing this very popular event.

? Purchase an All-Access Pass at www.tix.com/ticket-sales/cba/4889/event/1435662

? More info at californiabluegrass.org/cbaevent/great48
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bakersfield/the-great-48-jam-2026/200029025523408
- **Event Categories**: open-mic, workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 85

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Bakersfield
- **state**: CA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Bakersfield Marriott-Convention Ctr.
- **lat**: 35.372664073418
- **long**: -119.01122117497
- **full address**: Bakersfield Marriott-Convention Ctr., 1032 16th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Great 48 Jam 2026 being held?
  - **A:** The Great 48 Jam 2026 takes place on Thu, 15 Jan, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sun, 18 Jan, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Bakersfield Marriott-Convention Ctr., 1032 16th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Great 48 Jam 2026?
  - **A:** The Great 48 Jam 2026 is organized by California Bluegrass Association.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Great 48 Jam 2026 is ideal for aspiring performers, spoken word artists, budding comedians, and audiences who love discovering raw, unpolished talent in an intimate and supportive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bakersfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 80+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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