Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival

The Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival is a two-day, beachfront music festival held at Sandy Point State Park set against the stunning backdrop of the Chesapeake Bay. Rooted in progressive bluegrass, Americana, and improvisational jam, Baygrass brings together national and regional artists for nonstop music while supporting Chesapeake Bay conservation and mental health awareness.

THE 2026 BAYGRASS ARTISTS:

Little Feat
Yonder Mountain String Band
Béla Fleck: My Bluegrass Heart • Sam Bush
Mountain Grass Unit • TopHouse • Shadowgrass
SCYTHIAN • Sister Sadie • Fireside Collective
Midnight North • Jammy Buffet
Melody Trucks & The Fitzkee Brothers Band • Geraldine
Artists At Large: Allie Kral, Alvin Lee, Patrick Rainey

Sunday Special Guest: Cris Jacobs

Enjoy performances from leading bands and special artists-at-large on two alternating stages, plus up-close music workshops and exclusive backstage performances in our VIP Village.

Explore local food vendors featuring fresh-shucked oysters and Chesapeake-inspired cuisine, sip craft beer, wine, and creative cocktails or mocktails, and browse a marketplace of local artisans. Relax with beach yoga, jump into yard and beach games, or visit educational exhibits and workshops throughout the festival grounds.

Baygrass is family-friendly, with Kidzone activities and a playground on site. Guests can elevate their experience with a premium VIP package offering enhanced food and drink options, exclusive access areas, and added amenities.

**New for 2026**

We have adjusted the age range on Kid's tickets! Baygrass is even more family-friendly now, with 5 and under for free and Kid's ranging from 6-15 with special Kids' pricing. 

Installment Plan Now Availble! We partnered with PayPal to offer Pay in 4, an interest-free installment plan available with PayPal. It allows you to split your purchase into 4 payments, with the first payment due at the time of purchase and 3 subsequent repayments made every 2 weeks thereafter. This option is available for shopping cart values between $30 and $1,500 when you check out with PayPal. 

Festival Schedule
 • Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 11am–10pm (Gates open 10am)
 • Sunday, September 20, 2026 | 11am–10pm (Gates open 10am)

Sandy Point State Park is located on the northwestern shore of the Chesapeake Bay, approximately 10 miles from downtown Annapolis and within easy driving distance of Baltimore and Washington, D.C.

Shuttle passes to and from Annapolis-area lodging and Park-n-Ride locations are also available for purchase at checkout.

**Just released: The 2026 Official Baygrass Poster! You can buy yours at a discount at checkout to be picked up at the merch booth during the festival. 

For more information about the festival go to www.baygrassfestival.com

GENERAL TICKET INFORMATION

Baygrass ticket purchasers will receive an Afton order confirmation email, followed by a second Afton email with tickets attached. Please check your Junk/Spam folder if you do not see the order confirmation email.

● If you do not receive the order confirmation or are experiencing technical ticketing issues, contact Afton directly: support@aftontickets.com.

● For general ticketing and festival questions, email tickets@baygrassfestival.com.

● Tickets will be delivered via email; tickets will NOT be shipped.

All admission tickets include a 10% Anne Arundel County Amusement tax and a $3 per ticket Green Fee to support Baygrass and Sandy Point State Park sustainability initiatives. Event is rain or shine. All sales final. No refunds or exchanges; artists/schedules are subject to change. By purchasing this ticket, you accept the terms and conditions listed here: www.baygrassfestival.com/termsandconditions