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- Full name MerleFest 2026
- Dates Apr 23 - 26, 2026
- Location Wilkes Community College, Wilkesboro, North Carolina
- Line up TBC
- Tickets Get Tickets
- Accommodation Book Your Stay
What's the saying? As one MerleFest closes, another one opens?
Well, with the wrapping of this year's festival, next year's music-fueled weekend has already been announced. The beloved event will officially make its return to Wilkesboro, North Carolina on April 23 - April 26, 2026 for its 38th year.
Here, we'll have all the up-to-date news on new line-up announcements, the latest ticket and festival pass details, and any further exciting info and details for the 2026 event.
The 2025 event hosted headliners The Dead South and Wyatt Flores. They were followed by Bonnie Raitt, The War And Treaty, The Avett Brothers and Watchhouse.
Acts like The Steeldrivers, Brent Cobb, Peter Roan, Sam Bush and The Lil Smokies also joined in the fun, as well as even more heavy-hitters from across the worlds of bluegrass, folk and roots.
When tickets for MerleFest 2026 go on sale, they'll be available to purchase at the link below:
To support Holler, book your stay for MerleFest 2026 below:
