CTBA Memorial Fest 2026

CTBA Memorial Fest 2026 is the perfect Sunday hang for bluegrass lovers, pickers, and anyone who just wants to kick back with good tunes and good company. Hosted by the Central Texas Bluegrass Association, this special Memorial weekend gathering turns Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches into a full-on picking party.

• When: Sunday, May 31, 2026, starting at 1:00 pm

• Where: Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches in East Austin

• Who: Bluegrass fans, musicians, and friends of CTBA

The afternoon kicks off at 1:00 pm with a classic CTBA jam. Expect clusters of musicians swapping breaks, harmonizing on standards, and welcoming pickers of all levels to jump in. If you play, bring your instrument and join the circle. If you don’t, you’ll still love the front-row experience of acoustic music happening right at your table.

Then at 3:00 pm, settle in for a featured performance from Bobby Giles & Texas Gales. Known for heartfelt songwriting, tight picking, and rich vocal harmonies, they bring a modern yet traditional bluegrass sound that fits Memorial Fest perfectly—lively, soulful, and full of stories.

• Come to play: The jam is welcoming and community-focused, a long-running CTBA tradition that lets you trade licks with local pickers and maybe learn a new tune or two.

• Come to listen: Grab a kolache and a craft beer, settle into the relaxed Batch vibe, and soak in an afternoon of live music without the pressure of a big concert setting.

• Come to connect: Meet fellow bluegrass enthusiasts, CTBA members, and musicians who help keep Central Texas’ acoustic music scene thriving.

Whether you’re a seasoned picker, a casual fan of banjos and fiddles, or just looking for a laid-back way to spend your Sunday, CTBA Memorial Fest 2026 offers a warm, musical tribute to the holiday weekend. Bring your friends, bring your instrument if you’ve got one, and get ready for an afternoon of jamming and a stellar set from Bobby Giles & Texas Gales. See y’all there!