DelFest 2026 vs Strings and Sol

This app has all the latest information about DelFest 2026, May 21 - 24, in Cumberland MD. Download for schedules, festival information and offerings. Be the first to know with SMS alerts for any late breaking news or information before or during the festival. DelFest is held at the beautiful Allegany County Fairgrounds in Cumberland, MD (2.5 hrs from Baltimore and DC). The festival originated from the desire to create a family-friendly music festival celebrating the rich legacy of McCoury Music while creating a forum for world-class musical collaborations and to showcase fresh new talent with a down-home feeling. DelFest always offers a quality festival experience stamped with the unique McCoury touch. Personally chosen by Del, the Allegany County Fairgrounds in Cumberland, MD served as the perfect location for DelFest–nestled along the Potomac River in the scenic Appalachian Mountains, the Fairgrounds are convenient to four major airports and easily reached by rail or road. Featuring well-maintained permanent restrooms and showers, the Allegany Fairgrounds provides creature comforts for festival attendees. The city of Cumberland is a great host offering multiple hotel options, a charming downtown and great amenities including biking, a steam train engine and museum, and some top notch dining. In addition to traditional stage sets by world-class artists, attendees can always expect to see one-of-a-kind collaborations, special guest sit-ins, various tributes to Del McCoury and his musical legacy, and more intimate appearances by artists at the smaller venues at the fairgrounds. Delfest is always preceded by the 3-day DelFest Academy hosted and taught by The Travelin’ McCourys and other all star players.

Strings & Sol is the original destination bluegrass concert vacation in Mexico! The event returns to beloved resorts Dreams Sapphire and Dreams Riviera Cancun from December 11-15, 2025. Strings & Sol features musical hosts Greensky Bluegrass and Yonder Mountain String Band with Railroad Earth, The Infamous Stringdusters, Leftover Salmon, Kitchen Dwellers, Keller Williams DeadPettyGrass & KellerGrass, Mountain Grass Unit, and Lindsay Lou. This event experience extends beyond the stage with a variety of artist interactions that create the ultimate experience for bluegrass fans and avid vacationers alike. The intimate event has cultivated a close-knit community of returning guests, first time attendees, artists, and staff who come together to participate in instrument workshops, poolside games, beachfront picking sessions, and theme nights. The concert venues – main stage on the beach, poolside gazebo, and open-air palapa – are celebrated for their intimacy and convenience to guest suites and all-inclusive amenities. Afternoon, sunset, evening and late night performances at these unique, tropical stages are guaranteed to be an extraordinary experience. Stay up to date and plan your trip with the Strings & Sol app!