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Summer Music Festivals in the Northwest U.S.Enjoy Country, Jazz, Rock, Classical and Bluegrass Celebrations
From country to jazz, alternative rock to bluegrass, music festivals in Oregon, Washington, Wyoming and Montana showcase the best of local and regional musicans.
Oregon Jamboree – Sweet Home, ORAugust 1-3 The 16th Annual Country Music Festival in Sweet Home, Oregon takes place the first weekend in August. The festival features nationally-renown artists such as:
The city of Sweet Home is located among the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, enjoying refreshing rivers and lakes during summer heat. The seven acre park-like setting is bordered by Sankey Park and the historic Weddle Covered Bridge. Visitors can camp during the festival as RV and tent camping is available onsite. The festival offers food booths, beer & wine gardens and special events. Mt. Hood Jazz Festival – Gresham, ORAugust 15-17 Mt. Hood Community College hosts the 27th Annual Mt. Hood Jazz Festival. The festival promotes the appreciation of jazz music as an art form, bringing international, national and local artists together in the Portland area. This year's festival features performances by:
Tasty food and local beer and wine are available at the Mt. Hood Jazz Festival in Gresham. Creation Fest West - George, WAJuly 23 - 26 Celebrating music with a positive message, the Creation Festival West takes places from July 23rd through July 26th at the Gorge Amphitheater in George, Washington. Celebrating its 11th year at the Gorge, fans of Christian music enjoy sunny hot days with spectacular views of the Columbia River. Camping is available at the Gorge. This year's lineup includes musical performances by:
Creation Fest West visitors also enjoy messages by speakers like Ron Luce and Bob Lenz, comedy acts and other events. Bumbershoot Music & Arts Festival – Seattle, WAAugust 30 – September 1 Located at the Seattle Center, the Bumbershoot Festival takes place during Labor Day weekend. The word “bumbershoot” is an informal word meaning an umbrella, as the event covers all aspects of music and art. The description also fits Seattle’s label of being one of the wettest cities in the U.S. However, the weather in the Northwest U.S. during September is usually very warm and dry. Visitors converge at the Seattle Center for music, comedy, visual arts, dance, theater and literary arts. Created in 1971, the festival is considered an international music festival, showcasing music and art from around the world. The festival draws in 150,000 visitors every year. Previous festival music headliners include Spinal Tap, Roy Orbison, Tony Bennett, R.E.M., Ray Charles, Black Eyed Peas, Kanye West and many others. This year the festival anticipates large crowds with performances by:
Grand Teton Music Festival – Jackson Hole, WYJuly 1 – August 16 In its 47th summer season, the Grand Teton Music Festival celebrates symphonic music and the beautiful scenery of Grand Teton National Park. The festival runs from July 1 through Aug 16th with chamber music concerts, summer symphonic concerts and more music. Concerts are held in the Walk Festival Hall, with superb acoustics and comfortable seating. Guest conductors and artists come from around the world to perform at the festival. Most tickets run from $20-50, depending on seating. Contact the Grand Teton Music Festival website for more information on tickets and schedules. Yellowstone Music Festival & Art Show – Gardiner, MTAugust 31 On August 31st, Yellowstone National Park comes to life with music and celebration. The 5th Annual Yellowstone Music Festival features bluegrass music by local and regional musicians, as well as local artists. The festival is held at Arch Park in Gardiner, near the northern entrance to Yellowstone National Park. Tickets are $20. Musical performers include:
The copyright of the article Summer Music Festivals in the Northwest U.S. in NW U.S./Alaska Travel is owned by Aurae Beidler. Permission to republish Summer Music Festivals in the Northwest U.S. in print or online must be granted by the author in writing.
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