Tommy Emmanuel @ Rio Theatre
Renowned fingerstyle guitarist Tommy Emmanuel headlines a live show at Rio Theatre in Santa Cruz, joined by Jack Schneider. An intimate indoor setting highlights masterful acoustic guitar, inventive melodies, and the warm, high-energy performance that fans love.
Gnoss
Gnoss brings Celtic-inspired folk to Freight & Salvage in Berkeley, delivering an intimate evening of traditional tunes, melodic storytelling, and energetic instrumental passages in a warm, listening-friendly club setting.
An Intimate Evening with Molly Tuttle & Ketch Secor
Molly Tuttle and Ketch Secor perform an intimate evening of acoustic folk and Americana at The Guild Theatre in Menlo Park on April 30, 2026.
Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain brings a playful, genre-spanning ukulele concert with witty showmanship to Herbst Theatre in San Francisco on 2026-05-02.
Molly Tuttle & Ketch Secor
Molly Tuttle and Ketch Secor perform an intimate evening of acoustic folk, bluegrass and Americana at Sweetwater Music Hall in Mill Valley.
Windborne
Windborne performs a live folk/acoustic set at Freight & Salvage in Berkeley, offering an intimate evening of roots-oriented music and storytelling.
José González
Jose González headlines a folk concert at The Castro in San Francisco as part of the Against The Dying Of The Light Tour, with Abby Sage.
The Wood Brothers
The Wood Brothers bring their rootsy folk-blues magic to The Fillmore in the Bay Area, trading tight harmonies and warm, jam-worthy grooves in a historic venue humming with musical history.
Le Vent du Nord & Foghorn Stringband
Two acclaimed roots acts, Le Vent du Nord and Foghorn Stringband, bring high-energy folk and bluegrass to Freight & Salvage. Expect intricate vocal harmonies, blazing fiddle, and spirited ensemble playing in a warm, intimate venue.
Sweet Honey in the Rock
Sweet Honey in the Rock, the acclaimed a cappella ensemble blending gospel, spirituals and folk, performs at the Presidio Theatre on May 9, 2026.
San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers
Experience traditional Scottish fiddle music with the San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers at Freight & Salvage in Berkeley. An intimate evening of reels, jigs, and strathspeys performed by a dynamic ensemble in a historic listening room.
Leftover Salmon
Leftover Salmon bring their high-energy jamgrass/folk-rock to The Guild Theatre in Menlo Park on May 16, 2026 for a rootsy, adventurous night of live music.
Ramblin' Jack Elliott & Friends
An intimate evening of traditional American folk and roots music at Freight & Salvage (Berkeley) on May 22, 2026, featuring Ramblin' Jack Elliott with Jason Crosby, Maria Muldaur, Eric & Suzy Thompson and fellow collaborators.
Tony Trischka's EarlJam - A Tribute to Earl Scruggs Featuring Michael Daves
Tony Trischka leads EarlJam: A Tribute to Earl Scruggs, featuring Michael Daves, delivering banjo-led bluegrass in Freight & Salvage's intimate Berkeley venue.
Woods with Dougie Poole — Live at 4 Star Theater
Woods' sun-dappled, experimental folk collides with Dougie Poole's quirky twang at the 4 Star Theater, delivering a Brooklyn-rooted set that blooms into Perennial colors and dreamlike, live-wire energy.
The Crane Wives – ACT II
The Crane Wives – ACT II at The Castro in the SF Bay Area blends soaring harmonies and folk-rock storytelling, with a special guest appearance by Yasmin Williams adding luminous fingerpicked guitar.
Teresa Trull & Barbara Higbie Reunion – Album Release & Birthday Celebration
An intimate Berkeley evening at Freight & Salvage as Teresa Trull and Barbara Higbie reunite for an album release, with birthday celebrations and special guests joining a warm, folk-tinged jazz performance.
Rhiannon Giddens
Grammy-winning folk artist Rhiannon Giddens brings her intimate, powerful blend of traditional Appalachian songs and contemporary folk to The Fillmore in San Francisco. Expect a vibrant evening of roots music in a legendary, historic venue.
The Jacob Jolliff Band
The Jacob Jolliff Band performs at Freight & Salvage in Berkeley, delivering mandolin-led tunes that fuse folk, jazz, and world flavors. Expect an intimate listening-room vibe, inventive arrangements, and virtuosic playing from a seasoned ensemble.
Tom Rush
Tom Rush brings his classic folk storytelling to Freight & Salvage in Berkeley for an intimate evening of acoustic songs. Expect warm vocals, thoughtful lyrics, and a touch of folk history from a veteran songwriter at this renowned venue.
Solas
Solas delivers an intimate folk evening at Freight & Salvage in Berkeley, blending traditional tunes with contemporary storytelling. A warm, acoustic night in a renowned roots-music venue that celebrates vibrant ensemble playing.
15th Annual Holiday Hootenanny Bash - Live Music & Food Trucks
Join Devil’s Canyon Brewery in San Carlos for the 15th Annual Holiday Hootenanny, a family-friendly evening of live bands, open jam sessions, and a row of food trucks with no cover charge. A festive folk-meets-community party with a welcoming vibe for all ages.