Article Contributed by Mike
Published on 2026-11-12
DelFest returns to the Allegany County Fairgrounds Memorial Day weekend, May 27–30, 2027, for a special “Delebration” honoring founder and host Del McCoury’s 88th birthday.
The Del McCoury Band and The Travelin’ McCourys lead the first round of artists, joined by Sierra Ferrell, Maggie Rose, The California Honeydrops and more. The four-day gathering in Cumberland, Maryland, will once again bring together generations of bluegrass, Americana and roots music fans for a weekend built around the music and community that have made DelFest a Memorial Day tradition.
The initial lineup also includes the Dan Tyminski Band, Yonder Mountain String Band, Dogs in a Pile, Keller & The Keels, Steep Canyon Rangers, Davisson Brothers Band featuring Billy Contreras, JigJam, Junior Sisk & Rambler’s Choice, and Joe Craven.
More artists will be announced in the coming months. The weekend will feature DelFest’s signature collaborations, late-night shows and family activities along the Potomac River. With the McCoury family at the heart of the celebration, fans can look forward to the spontaneous musical moments and cross-generational performances that have long been part of the festival’s character.
Festival passes and details are available at DelFest.com.
For fans wanting a dose of DelFest sooner, DelFest Does Dead, Volume 2, a limited-edition double LP featuring Grateful Dead covers performed live at DelFest 2026, is available for preorder through the Relix Shop.
The record features select performances from Toy Factory Project, The Travelin’ McCourys, Blackberry Smoke, Maggie Rose and many more. The collection brings together 12 interpretations of Grateful Dead favorites, including “Scarlet Begonias” by The Travelin’ McCourys, “Sugaree” by Maggie Rose featuring Sierra Hull, and “Jack Straw” by The Infamous Stringdusters.
The limited-edition release also supports a cause familiar to the Grateful Dead community, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Rex Foundation, which supports grassroots arts, music education, social services and environmental initiatives.
Founded in 2008 by Del McCoury and his family, DelFest brings generations of musicians and fans together for four days of bluegrass, Americana and roots music each Memorial Day weekend in Cumberland, Maryland. Set against the scenic Appalachian Mountains along the Potomac River, the festival has become a gathering place for longtime bluegrass devotees and adventurous music fans alike.
The Del McCoury Band
The Travelin’ McCourys
Sierra Ferrell
Maggie Rose
The California Honeydrops
Dan Tyminski Band
Yonder Mountain String Band
Dogs in a Pile
Keller & The Keels
Steep Canyon Rangers
Davisson Brothers Band featuring Billy Contreras
JigJam
Junior Sisk & Rambler’s Choice
Joe Craven
More artists to be announced.
May 27–30, 2027
Allegany County Fairgrounds
11400 Moss Avenue
Cumberland, MD 21502
Four Days of Bluegrass, Americana & Roots Music
Del McCoury's 88th Birthday Celebration
Late-Night Shows • Musical Collaborations • Family Activities • Camping
Festival Tickets & Passes
Official DelFest Website
DELFEST DOES DEAD, VOLUME 2
Limited-Edition Double Vinyl LP
Recorded Live at DelFest 2026
