# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Boston Blues Challenge
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 25 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: The Boston Blues Challenge puts local blues acts on stage in a live competition judged by surprise guest judges. It's an exciting chance to catch rising local acts up close as they compete for the honor of representing Boston at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis. Founded in 1988 to preserve and promote the blues, the Boston Blues Society has been supporting local blues musicians for decades, and this competition is part of that mission.

Please note: Tickets are $20 at the door, no presale. Doors 5:00PM, Music 6:00 PM. This event will not be live streamed. Band sign-ups can be directed to paulmcneil@msn.com.

The Fallout Shelter is an all ages 100-seat performance venue and state-of-the-art broadcast and recording studio, offering one of the most unique live music experiences in New England. Located in Norwood, MA, just 15 miles from Boston, The Fallout Shelter is run under the auspices of the Grass Roots Cultural and Performing Arts Center, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving, promoting and advocating for traditional American Roots music.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/norwood/2026-boston-blues-challenge/200030768110942
- **Event Categories**: Contests, Music, Entertainment, Art, performances, virtual
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Norwood
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: The Extended Play Sessions Fallout Shelter
- **lat**: 42.17736567211
- **long**: -71.21555436344
- **full address**: The Extended Play Sessions Fallout Shelter, 609 Endicott St, Norwood, MA 02062, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Boston Blues Challenge being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Boston Blues Challenge takes place on Sun, 25 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 25 Oct, 2026 at 06:00 pm at The Extended Play Sessions Fallout Shelter, 609 Endicott St, Norwood, MA 02062, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Boston Blues Challenge?
  - **A:** 2026 Boston Blues Challenge is organized by The Extended Play Sessions Fallout Shelter.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 2026 Boston Blues Challenge is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Norwood, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 2026 Boston Blues Challenge sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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