THE NORTH EAST
FALL FOLK & BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH, 2026
SHOWTIME: 6 PM | DOORS: 5:30 PM
TICKETS: $24 ADULTS | $22 SENIORS/MILITARY | $18 STUDENTS | $16 CHILDREN (UNDER 12) | $16 GROUPS OF 10+
RECOMMENDED FOR AGES 8+
Get ready for another unforgettable evening of folk, bluegrass, and roots music as the North East Fall Folk & Bluegrass Festival returns to the Milburn Stone Theatre on Saturday, November 7, 2026. Now in its fourth year, the festival brings together an exciting lineup of artists who celebrate the storytelling, musicianship, and rich traditions of American roots music.
Headlining this year’s festival once again is Danny Paisley & The Southern Grass, one of the most respected and award-winning names in traditional bluegrass. Known for their powerful, unadorned style, Danny Paisley’s unmistakable vocals blend bluesy soul with the high-lonesome tradition of bluegrass. With a six-decade family legacy behind them and multiple International Bluegrass Music Association honors, Danny Paisley & The Southern Grass continue to deliver the authentic, energetic sound that has made them festival favorites across the country.
Joining them are Jesse James DeConto, from The Pinkerton Raid. Blending dreamy folk with thoughtful songwriting and a distinctly Americana spirit, Jesse explores the intersection of personal experience and the larger world around us. DeConto’s songs draw inspiration from everything from Celtic lore and STAR WARS to Kerouac, Woody Guthrie, John Lennon, Standing Rock, Laurel Canyon, and the complicated stories of his own family. Described by Americana Highways as “a fine blend of Beatles-esque dreamy folk,” Jesse James DeConto from The Pinkerton Raid brings a thoughtful, poetic voice and plenty of Big Dad Energy to the festival stage.
Also taking the stage are Cait & RoC, a dynamic acoustic duo whose music is rooted in a lifelong passion for creativity, artistry, and connection. Cait Dempsey brings years of performance experience and a gentle yet powerful vocal presence, while Richard of Carver is an accomplished songwriter and guitarist with decades devoted to the craft of melody and musical arrangement. Together, their distinct talents create a sound that feels intimate, genuine, and uniquely their own.
Whether you’re a longtime bluegrass enthusiast, a lover of folk music, or simply looking for an evening of exceptional live performance, the North East Fall Folk & Bluegrass Festival promises a memorable night of music and storytelling. Come celebrate the traditions of American roots music while discovering the artists carrying those traditions into the future.