Visit Syracuse: The New York State Blues Festival

(Visit Syracuse) – The New York State Blues Festival is one of the most highly anticipated events of the summer in Syracuse, New York. Drawing blues music fans from all over the state of New York, nearly 20 different states and a handful of countries, If you’re on the fence about attending, here are five reasons why you should mark your calendar and make your way to this three-day festival this June at the New York State Fairgrounds. This year’s festival is celebrated June 11-13, 2026.

The Music

Experience the electrifying sounds of the New York State Blues Festival in Syracuse, NY, featuring a stellar lineup of musicians from both local scenes and across the nation. Delight in soulful ballads and lively blues-rock anthems, catering to all musical tastes. Past festivals have showcased Blues Legends alongside rising stars, and this year is no exception. Prepare to be enthralled by headliners such as Gary Clark Jr., Eddie 9V, Grace Bowers, Piper & the Hard Times, Tommy Castro & the Painkillers, and Rick Estrin & the Nightcats, along with many other outstanding performers!

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	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.