San Francisco: Hardly Strictly Bluegrass – Oct. 2-4

Hardly Strictly Bluegrass 2026

Hours are 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, and 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.Location: Hellman Hollow (Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA).

Cost: Free and non-commercial (no admission tickets required).

Official Website: Hardly Strictly Bluegrass

Key Lineup Highlights Headliners & Notable Acts: Robert Plant with Saving Grace and Suzi Dian, Emmylou Harris, My Morning Jacket, Steve Earle, Mavis Staples, Gillian Welch & David Rawlings, Old Crow Medicine Show, and Sierra Hull.

Local Favorites: AJ Lee & Blue Summit, Marco and The Polos, and Stella Heath.

Essential Tips & Rules
Food & Drink: 35 food and beverage options are available on-site, or you can bring your own picnic.

Alcohol Policy: No alcohol is sold inside the park, but beer and wine are allowed in non-glass containers only (hard alcohol and glass are strictly prohibited).

Logistics: No ATMs are on-site, so bring cash or cards for vendors. Dress in layers to prepare for sunny daytime weather and chilly evening fog.