Billy Strings plays a two-night stand at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts on Friday, July 31 and Saturday, August 1, 2026, with a 7:30 PM start each night. This is a two-day ticket event — one ticket covers both nights. Bluegrass guitar at the highest level on the original Woodstock site in the Hudson Valley. The setting practically demands it.
About Billy Strings
Billy Strings is the most exciting thing to happen to bluegrass in a generation — and he’s transcended the genre entirely. The Grammy-winning guitarist and singer-songwriter plays with a ferocity that would feel at home in a punk club, but the technical precision is pure traditional bluegrass at its finest. His picking speed is almost absurd, and his live shows are known for setlists that never repeat, extended improvisations, and a crowd energy that rivals any jam band on the circuit.
A two-night run means two completely different shows — different setlists, different jams, different energy. If you can make both nights, do it. Explore Billy Strings’ catalog on Amazon — Renewal and Home are essential listening.
The Venue
Bethel Woods sits on the ground where Woodstock happened in 1969, and there’s an energy to the place that goes beyond the physical setting. The pavilion and lawn overlook the famous hillside, and the museum on-site is worth a visit if you arrive early. For an artist like Billy Strings — rooted in tradition but pushing boundaries — this is the perfect stage. The Hudson Valley makes for a beautiful summer weekend trip. Full Bethel Woods venue guide here.
Tickets & Details
- Dates: Friday, July 31 & Saturday, August 1, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM each night
- Venue: Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, Bethel, NY
- Note: Two-day ticket — one ticket covers both nights
Billy Strings on the Woodstock hillside for two nights. This is one of those shows where the artist and the venue elevate each other. If you’re even remotely a fan, you already know you need to be here.