Alison Krauss & Union Station

MerleFest is a premier music festival held annually in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, founded by Doc Watson in 1988 to honor the memory of his son, Eddy Merle Watson. The event celebrates a unique "traditional plus" blend of music, featuring bluegrass, Americana, folk, and rock performances across multiple stages at Wilkes Community College.

DelFest is an annual bluegrass and roots music festival founded by legendary musician Del McCoury and held at the Allegany County Fairgrounds in Cumberland, Maryland. The event features a world-class lineup of traditional and progressive bluegrass artists alongside late-night performances and family-friendly activities.