Black Mountain Blues Festival Returns Sept 26–28, 2025!

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The Black Mountain Blues Festival is presented by the Black Mountain Blues® Society a non-profit organization dedicated to connecting communities through music and culture-keeping initiatives. The 2nd annual festival will take place in downtown Black Mountain, NC across multiple venues. In addition to live music, Black Mountain Blues® will feature panel discussions, open blues jams, and educational opportunities.

Hosted by the Black Mountain Blues Society (501c3 Nonprofit)

Following the incredible success of last year’s inaugural event, the Black Mountain Blues Festival is back—bigger, bolder, and more unforgettable than ever. This year, we’re proud to align with North Carolina’s new campaign to “Rediscover the Unforgettable”, showcasing our mountain town’s vibrant soul through music, community, and culture.

Experience nonstop blues across four unforgettable venues all in the heart of downtown

White Horse Black Mountain
Old Town District
The Grange “Cherry Pit”
Peri Social House
This nonprofit event is hosted by the Black Mountain Blues Society, and 50% of net proceeds will support Hurricane Relief—turning your good time into real impact for those in need.
The Black Mountain Blues Festival in September 2025 will be held from Friday, September 26th to Sunday, September 28th. The festival will begin on Friday at 12:00 PM and conclude on Sunday at 6:00 PM


Early Bird Tickets Available NOW🎸
3 Day Passes are on sale now, with special early bird pricing available for a limited time. Be sure to follow us for updates and announcements on the lineup, vendors, and activities. Trust us, you won’t want to miss it.


What’s Included
Early bird pricing is $108.00 (normally $120.00) while it last. One general admission ticket for the whole weekend Friday, Saturday and Sunday.


General admission access to all performances Friday through Sunday
Entry to all General Admission venue
Free workshops and festival activities
Access to festival areas and amenities

Whether you’re a die-hard blues fan or just looking for a great weekend in the mountains, mark your calendars, tell your friends, and stay tuned—more details are coming soon.

Follow us on social media for the latest updates and insider info. Trust us—you won’t want to miss this.

Start planning your trip now.

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