Kalamazoo’s Greensky Bluegrass has been tapped to headline the 2026 Ann Arbor Folk Fest, where the band will kick off the event with a full concert.
The announcement is part of a new format for the festival, which will see a full-length set from a headline act on Friday, Jan. 30, followed by shorter performances from a mix of artists on Saturday, Jan. 31.
Previously announced acts for the Ann Arbor Folk fest’s Saturday show include Amos Lee, Dawes, the Crane Wives, Jon Muq, Rabbitology, and Ryan Montbleau, who will serve as the event’s traditional MC.
The event, which will celebrate its 49th edition, is held at the Hill Auditorium and raises funds for the nonprofit venue The Ark.
Organizers say they decided to add the Friday night headline performance following audience feedback.
Founded in 2000, Greensky Bluegrass has become a favorite of the jam band scene, mixing bluegrass sounds with other musical influences. It has since solidified as the five-piece lineup of Dave Bruzza on guitar, Paul Hoffman on mandolin, Michael Arlen Bont on banjo, Anders Beck on dobro, and Mike Devol on upright bass.
Tickets for the Friday, Jan. 30 show go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 21. Tickets for the Saturday, Jan. 31 show are available now at theark.org/folk-festival-2026.
Tickets to the festival range from $56.60-$281.50.