Thank You!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2026 Admission-Free New York State Blues Festival on June 11, 12 & 13!

Because of you, thousands of music lovers came together to celebrate live music, community, culture, and the blues at the New York State Fairgrounds for another unforgettable weekend.

We extend our deepest gratitude to our sponsors and grantors, Board of Directors, New York State Fairgrounds staff and crew, public safety partners, marketing affiliates, media partners, production team, volunteers, state, county, local, and private tourism collaborators, and the many individuals and organizations whose support makes this festival possible.

Most importantly, thank you to the incredible artists who shared their talent, passion, and music with us throughout the weekend. Your performances created memories that will last a lifetime.

The New York State Blues Festival exists because of the collective efforts of an amazing community, and we are honored to serve as stewards of this tradition.

From all of us at the New York State Blues Festival—thank you for being part of the journey. We look forward to seeing you again in 2027!

With gratitude,

Eric McElveen
Executive Director
New York State Rhythm & Blues Festival, Inc.

	The New York State Blues Festival is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

	This project is made possible with funds from the Tier Two Project Support program, a regrant program of the County of Onondaga with the support of the County Executive and administered by CNY Arts.

	This project was made possible with funds from the County of Onondaga through the Marketing for Economic Development Program administered by CNY Arts.
	The 2026 New York State Blues Festival is supported by a grant from Empire State Development, and I LOVE NY.