This event is in the past.It took place on May 2, 2026 at The Freight.


The Freight turns ten years of bluegrass into a three-day string-band celebration. Co-curated by Grammy winner Laurie Lewis, this intimate festival packs workshops, jams, and stage shows into one of the Bay Area's most beloved listening rooms.
intimate listening room
Grammy-curated lineup
workshops & jams
bluegrass & old-time
Tips
🎻"Only 500 seats so no bad seat in the house"
🪕instructional workshops and open jams throughout the weekend
BBF: Bluegrass Mandolin with Josh Gooding
Downtown Berkeley


The Freight turns ten years of bluegrass into a three-day string-band celebration. Co-curated by Grammy winner Laurie Lewis, this intimate festival packs workshops, jams, and stage shows into one of the Bay Area's most beloved listening rooms.
intimate listening room
Grammy-curated lineup
workshops & jams
bluegrass & old-time
Tips
🎻"Only 500 seats so no bad seat in the house"
🪕instructional workshops and open jams throughout the weekend
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