Hardly Strictly Bluegrass

Join author/journalist Gina Arnold in conversation with book producers and HSB insiders Tricia Hellman Gibbs, Sarah Davis and Sheri Sternberg, followed by a live performance from Crying Uncle (HSB 2022). Details: sfpl.org/events/2026/11/14/p… @SFPublicLibrary

The days are getting a lot chillier all of a sudden. May we suggest the Banjo Case Hoodie, now available in the Merch Store, to keep you warm and keep HSB with you all year... But hurry, as the Store closes at midnight! hardlystrictlybluegrass.mysh… #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Inspired by Warren Hellman's Wronglers, our fictional Whizbang Ramblers set up shop outside the iconic Mission burger joint with Warren himself on banjo. Available in poster and t-shirt form! Store closing 10/22! hardlystrictlybluegrass.mysh… #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Our online merch store is open October 13-27. PRE-ORDER: By popular demand, we are re-making a limited quantity of our best-sellers. IN STOCK: We also have a few of this year’s favorite styles in limited quantity and sizes. hardlystrictlybluegrass.mysh… #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Save the dates! See you then!

We draw your attention to the 2026 Schedule page on our website, where you will find listings by day, alphabetical listings by artist name, and a daily schedule grid. You will also be able to download the very useful Print At Home schedule. Details here: hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/…

We don't want you going hungry at HSB, so we've lined up a whole lot of excellent vendors with an amazing and delicious range of offerings this year. Check the app or our website for a full list of vendors and locations! hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/… #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

For those unexpected needs, we've got you covered: here's an overview of the many essential items available for purchase at our General Store, located in Arrow Meadow. #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Cristina Vane brings a rock sensibility and a deep love of old tunes to the Arrow Stage on Sunday, and meanwhile you might want to check out her "Getting High in Hotel Rooms" on our Spotify playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/4c… #cristinavanemusic #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegras

If you're joining us from afar this weekend, here's the HSBTV streaming schedule to help you strategize. Watch on our website, in the app, or use the QR code in the graphic to access the livestream. #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass #hsbatyourhouse

Joining us for the first time is Australian singer-songwriter Grace Cummings. She's first up on the Towers of Gold Stage on Sunday--please give her a warm HSB welcome! Listen to her "I'm Not Crazy" on our Spotify playlist. open.spotify.com/playlist/4c… #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Don't miss Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Butch Hancock and friends as they pay tribute to longtime collaborator Joe Ely Sunday on the Banjo Stage. They go Out of the Park Oct. 5 at Hopmonk Novato, benefiting Sweet Relief. Tickets here: eventim.us/event/jimmie-dale…

After 50 years of leading Dry Branch Fire Squad and over 20 sets at Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, Ron Thomason will be retiring from the road. Make sure you get to the Park in time to enjoy this festive sendoff Sunday morning on the Banjo Stage! #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Welcome back to our dear friends Wreckless Strangers! They're on the Arrow Stage at 3:20 pm on Friday, October 2. Listen to their new track "Lost Again" on our Spotify playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/4c… @wreckstrangers #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

We share this reminder from Butter, our bovine avatar, to take no notice of people trying to sell you their HSB tickets. HSB is free, there are no tickets. Bring your kindness to the Park and enjoy some great music. See you there! #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

For those unexpected needs, we've got you covered: here's an overview of the many essential items available for purchase at our General Store, located in Arrow Meadow. #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

Singer-songwriter Alex Amen joins us Saturday morning, October 3, on the Rooster Stage! For a small preview, listen to "This Love of Mine" on our Spotify playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/4c… #alexamen #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

We draw your attention to the 2026 Schedule page on our website for listings by day, alphabetical listings by artist name, and a daily schedule grid. Also download the very useful Print At Home schedule. Details: hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/… #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

You've been asking, and here's the FAQ of FAQs: what's OK to bring in, what's OK but will slow you down, and what won't be allowed in and is best left at home. For lots more detail, visit our Info & FAQ page: hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/… #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass

We don't want you going hungry at HSB, so we've lined up a whole lot of excellent vendors with an amazing and delicious range of offerings this year. Check the app or our website for a full list of vendors and locations! hardlystrictlybluegrass.com/… #HSB26 #hardlystrictlybluegrass