Mark Your Calendars: IBMA World of Bluegrass Week at a Glance
- IBMA Business Conference: October 20 – 22, 2026 at the Chattanooga Convention Center.
- IBMA Evening Bluegrass Rambles: October 20 – 21, 2026 at various local locations.
- IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards: October 22, 2026 at Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium.
- IBMA Bluegrass Live!: October 23 – 24, 2025 with stages at the Chattanooga Convention Center, The Signal, and Barrelhouse Ballroom.
IBMA Bluegrass Rambles | Evenings, Tuesday, Oct. 20 – Wednesday, Oct. 21
With so many talented musicians in Chattanooga for the IBMA World of Bluegrass, it only makes sense to take the music beyond the conference. That’s where the IBMA Bluegrass Rambles come in. These intimate concerts pop up at music venues across the Southside neighborhood, within easy walking distance of one another. It’s the perfect chance to catch multiple shows in a single evening while soaking up the incredible talent that makes IBMA such a can’t-miss event.
Wanting to check out the Rambles? Grab your tickets here, pricing varies from $33.37 to $59.24 per ticket depending on your preferences. Learn more about the venues here.
IBMA Bluegrass Live!
IBMA Bluegrass Live!® returns to Chattanooga in 2026 with a refreshed, more intimate festival experience centered at the Chattanooga Convention Center, The Signal, and Barrelhouse Ballroom, while additional events and gathering spaces throughout downtown keep the city buzzing with bluegrass. Fans can enjoy a more comfortable, rain-or-shine experience with closer artist connections, plus choose between General Admission and a new VIP Weekend Pass featuring exclusive perks like priority seating, happy hour events, and early venue access. With only 200 VIP passes available, fans are encouraged to purchase early before they sell out.
GA and VIP weekend passes are available to purchase here, prices vary between the two packages and when you purchase your tickets.
But the fun doesn’t stop at the stage—from outdoor adventures and family-friendly activities to cold local brews and late-night bites, we’ve rounded up the best ways to make the most of your time here in Chattanooga. So lace up your boots, grab your crew, and make it a weekend to remember.
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