06/05/2026
High Sierra Music Festival, July 2-5, 2026. At Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley.
The High Sierra Music Festival, one of Northern California’s longest-running and most cherished music events, celebrates its 34th year in a new home at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley, July 2–5, 2026. Known for its intimate size, eclectic lineup of more than 50 artists, and family-friendly atmosphere, High Sierra features a strong New Orleans presence alongside its signature blend of funk, jam, Americana, Reggae, singer-songwriters, EDM, psychedelic rock, bluegrass, and global music. The festival offers four days of world-class performances, collaborative artist playshops, in-the-round troubadour sessions, daily parades, yoga, a vibrant Family Village, and late-night shows with on-site camping, RV glamping, and day or overnight parking, all set among towering pines with easy access to ample nearby lodging.
WHAT: 34th Annual High Sierra Music Festival
WHERE: Nevada County Fairgrounds, 11228 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley, CA 95949 530-273-6217
WHEN: July 2–5, 2026
TICKETS: 4-Day, 3-Day, 2-Day, and Single-Day Passes and FestivALL VIP packages (including hotel and RV options), onsite vehicle parking, on sale now at www.highsierramusic.com Locals can buy their single-day-non-camping tickets at the Grass Valley Chamber at a discount.
