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IMPORTANT NOTE: We do our best to keep our Area Events List and Web Calendar up-to-date and accurate. However, some events posted here may have been canceled and recurring events such as jams may have been terminated. For that reason, we strongly recommend that before driving long distances to an event, you contact the Event Focal first.


If you have an event to announce or update, please click the following link to
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WEEKLY/MONTHLY JAMS


Sunday


TROUT LAKE, WA: Bluegrass Pickin’ Circle at Trout Lake Hall

When: Every Third Sunday, starting
Sunday, May 21, 2023
(3:00 PM – 5:00 PM)
Where: Trout Lake Hall
15 Guler Road
Trout Lake, WA 98650
(MAP)
Desc.:
Trout Lake, WA: Bluegrass Pickin’ Circle at Trout Lake Hall
Bluegrass Pickin’ Circle at Trout Lake Hall

3rd Sunday of the Month, 3pm – 5pm

Hosted by Tony Fuentes

Come and make some music, or just come and listen to some pickin’!

Whether you’ve only learned basic chords or are the next Earl Scruggs, come join the circle! All abilities and ages are welcome.

Tony will lead the circle in some basic bluegrass standards, but all pickers are encouraged to bring a song or two or more to share!

Bluegrass is the focus, but any easy to explain and play roots-style tune is welcome (folk songs, country standards, etc.).

Ready to join the pickin’ circle? Just bring your acoustic stringed instrument (Guitar, mandolin, banjo, fiddle, upright bass, dobro, dulcimer, ukulele, etc.) and a fun attitude!

Folks coming to just listen or support a picker can kick back, pull up to a table or a barstool, order some food/drink, and enjoy the fun!

This is a free community event.

Contact: Tony Fuentes
email: tonymilagros@gmail.com

(Website)

Event Notice Expires: 12-31-2023

Monday

No Events Listed


Tuesday

TUMWATER, WA: Weekly Bluegrass Jam

When: Every Tuesday, 10:00 am until 12:00 pm
Where: Tumwater Old Town Center
215 2nd Ave SW
Tumwater, WA 98512
(map)
Desc.:

TUMWATER, WA: Weekly Bluegrass Jam

Tumwater Old Town Center
215 2nd Ave SW
Tumwater WA

Informal bluegrass and adjacent acoustic jam.

Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to noon.

For more information, contact: Kate Thedell
360 789-3432
Event Notice Expires: 12/31/2023

Wednesday

No Events Listed


Thursday

No Events Listed


Friday


CENTRALIA, WA: Oakview Jam    WAMA logo

When:

Third Friday

October through April

6:00 pm ‐ 9:00 pm

Next Oakview Jam
October 20, 2023

Where: Oakview Grange
2715 N Pearl St
Centralia, WA 98531
(map)
Desc.:

Oakview Jam

Please NOTE: This is an acoustic-only jam.
Donations are accepted to help pay for use of the Grange. For more Information, see the WAMA‐ Oakview Jam page or email us using our "WAMA Contact Us" form. Enter Cheryl Terry - Oakview Jam in the Subject box of the form.
Event Notice Expires: NA

Saturday


WINLOCK, WA: WAMA Slow Jam    WAMA logo

When:

Normally - Second Saturday

October through May

Time:  1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Next Slow Jam:
Second Saturday

October 14, 2023

Where: Hope Grange
120 Antrim Road
Winlock, WA 98596
(map)
Desc.:

WAMA Slow Jam

Great for all levels, and especially good for total beginners. For more information, see the WAMA‐ Slow Jam page or email us using our "WAMA Contact Us" form.
Event Notice Expires: NA



ANNUAL / SPECIAL EVENTS

Richard Smith

WINLOCK, WA; Richard Smith Guitar Workshop    WAMA logo

When: June 3rd, 2023
3:00 pm until 5:00 pm
Where: Hope Grange
120 Antrim Road
Winlock, WA 98596 (Map)
Desc.:

Richard Smith

Guitar Workshop

Saturday, June 3rd, 2023
3:00 pm until 5:00 pm

Hope Grange, Winlock, WA
As a separate event from the concert, Richard Smith will be providing a Guitar Workshop for $35.00 per person.
(Refunds up to 7 days before event.)

These workshop tickets must be purchased in advance.

To learn more and to purchase your workshop tickets,
Please click HERE.

Event Notice Expires: 06/04/2023


WINLOCK, WA; Richard Smith Preconcert Potluck    WAMA logo

When: June 3rd, 2023
5:15 pm until 6:30 pm
Where: Hope Grange
120 Antrim Road
Winlock, WA 98596 (Map)
Desc.:

Preconcert Potluck

Saturday, June 3rd, 2023
5:15 pm until 6:30 pm

Hope Grange, Winlock, WA

Following the guitar workshop and before the Richard Smith Concert, WAMA is having a Potluck and Meet & Greet.

Whether you attend just the workshop, just the concert, or both, please feel free to join WAMA at the Hope Grange around 5:15 pm to informally meet with Richard Smith and other attendees while enjoying a relaxing snack before the concert.

There is no cost for the potluck, but we gladly accept donations.

Hope to see you there!


Workshop - Potluck - Concert
Schedule

Time Event
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Guitar Workshop
5:15 pm - 6:30 pm Potluck and Meet & Greet
7:00 pm - 7:45 pm Concert - Set 1
7:45 pm - 8:15 pm Break
8:15 pm - 9:00 pm Concert - Set 2


To learn more,
Please click HERE.


Event Notice Expires: 06/04/2023


Richard Smith

WINLOCK, WA; Richard Smith in Concert    WAMA logo

When: June 3rd, 2023
7:00 pm until 9:00 pm
Where: Hope Grange
120 Antrim Road
Winlock, WA 98596 (Map)
Desc.:

Richard Smith

World-renowned Fingerstyle Guitarist


in Concert at
Hope Grange in Winlock, WA

Saturday, June 3rd, 2023
Concert starts at 7:00 pm


From Bach to Beatles
and barn-burners to ballads

Audiences delight, when world-renowned
fingerstyle guitarist Richard Smith cuts loose

After witnessing one of his live performances, fellow musicians and music lovers alike sing hymns of praise about world-renowned fingerstyle guitarist Richard Smith. With fretboard fireworks and lyrical endeavors, he will melt your heartstrings, make your toes tap and your jaws hang open. Richard's ever-growing repertoire comprises a wide variety of music, from classical Bach to Beatles pop. It includes Scott Joplin Rags just like Sousa marches, Chopin, Mozart and fiddle tunes. It ranges from jazz standards to Chet Atkins and Jerry Reed and from Django Reinhardt gypsy swing to Richard Smith’s own intriguing originals. He delivers both lightning-fast barn-burners and beautiful ballads, while spicing them with wonderful vocals.


These concert tickets must be purchased in advance.

To learn more and to purchase your concert tickets,
Please click HERE.
Event Notice Expires: 06/04/2023


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WINLOCK, WA: 2023 Winlock Pickersfest    WAMA logo

When: August 04 - 06, 2023
Where: Winolequa Park
138 Rhoades Road North
Winlock, Wa 98596 (map)
Desc.:

2023 Winlock Pickersfest

August 04 - 06, 2023


2023 Bands:
  • Runaway Train
  • The Cowchips
  • Misty Mamas
  • Ranger and the “Re-Arrangers”
  • Curlew’s Call
  •  
  • Jackson Linder
    Pickersfest Audio Technician


This annual festival includes instructional workshops, open mics, special genre jams, and plenty of pickin' and grinnin'! Check out the rest of the site to see details about the live bands, the workshop schedule, camping details, ticket info, links, and more.

For more information, Click Here.
Event Notice Expires: NA


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VADER, WA: WAMA Annual BBQ and Slow Jam    WAMA logo

When: Third Saturday In August
August 19, 2023
Where: John and Angi Buck
163 Enchantment Ln
Vader WA 98593 (map)
Desc.:

WAMA Annual BBQ and Slow Jam

Third Saturday In August

1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Next WAMA BBQ is:
August 19, 2023

Our annual WAMA BBQ and Slow Jam takes place on the third Saturday of August at the residence of John and Angi Buck. WAMA supplies the burgers, hot dogs, and buns and the rest is by potluck. Marv will also have a homebrew on tap (adult beverages are OK). Bring your favorite dish, musical instrument, friends and family (kids are definitely welcome), and join us!
Jamming will start at 1 pm.

Contact WAMA for more information
Event Notice Expires: NA


BELLEVUE, WA: 2024 WAMA Wintergrass Hospitality Suite    WAMA logo

When: February 22 - 25, 2024
Where: Hyatt Regency Bellevue on Seattle's Eastside
900 Bellevue Way NE
Bellevue, WA 98004
(map)
Desc.: 2024 WAMA Wintergrass Hospitality Suite
Hyatt Regency - Suite 355

We use the Hospitality suite to let people know who we are and what we do. With our showcase bands, workshops, and jams, we promote American Acoustic Music in many ways. One of our main purposes includes being a supportive sponsor for Wintergrass. Another is to involve as many members and acoustic music fans as we can to enjoy this fantastic festival with us.

If you’re going to the 2024 Wintergrass Music Festival, be sure to come to Suite 355 and visit with us, see some terrific Showcase Bands, and participate in some incredible jams. Check out our Showcase Band and jam schedule.

Admission to the Suite is FREE!

Our presence is intended to increase awareness regarding our association and, as a non-profit organization, we are NOT charging admission. However, since this is a WAMA Fundraising Event, donations are gratefully accepted. Hot Dogs, Beer, Wine, Water, and Snacks are available in the suite for a small donation. We will also be selling WAMA and Pickersfest T-Shirts, WAMA Pick Cards, and WAMA Stickers.
Event Notice Expires: NA


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BELLEVUE, WA: 2024 Wintergrass Music Festival

When: February 22 - 25, 2024
Where: Hyatt Regency & Westin - Bellevue on Seattle's Eastside
900 Bellevue Way NE
Bellevue, WA 98004
(map)
Desc.:

2024 Wintergrass Music Festival, Bellevue, WA

Wintergrass is a family-friendly Bluegrass music festival, with concerts and dances on 4 different stages. There are also music education programs for kids and adults, workshops, impromptu jams, and a chance to see and hear some great music.

While Wintergrass is primarily a Bluegrass music festival, you'll hear plenty of other styles of acoustic music including Gypsy jazz, Celtic music, Old-Time, Swedish Polskas, and many more types of acoustic string music. Jam sessions reflect the diversity of styles, with young and old alike participating in every nook and cranny. Don't be shy! Don't leave home without your instrument. The festival maintains a convenient Instrument Check room so that you can safely stash your instrument while you enjoy shows.

Wintergrass takes place at the Hyatt Regency Hotel located at 900 Bellevue Way NE in Bellevue, WA. The Hyatt has plenty of 24-hour jamming space and room for 4 stages all under one roof. Rooms at the Hyatt generally sell out months in advance, and they sell out earlier and earlier each year. Click HERE for more info.
Event Notice Expires: NA


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