Blind Willie McTell Music Festival
Blind Willie McTell Music Festival brings a full day of American roots music to rural Thomson, honoring one of Georgia's most important blues legacies.
About Blind Willie McTell Music Festival
A long-running roots-music festival near Thomson celebrating American blues, rock, folk, bluegrass, and related traditions.
Dates & Schedule
This event has passed for the current season. Check the official event source for the next announced dates.
Annual September roots-music festival
What to Expect
Highlights
Family friendly, Food vendors, Live music
Admission & Tickets
Advance tickets are $55 including fees; day-of tickets are $65. Children 12 and under are admitted free.
Ticket InformationParking
On-site festival parking is used at the Stagecoach Road venue. Follow festival signs from I-20 and arrive early enough to park and settle in before the first artist.
Vendors & Food
Regional food is part of the festival. The 2026 lineup includes Los Lobos, Mike Mattison & Trash Magic, Sam Grisman Project, Geno Delafose & French Rockin' Boogie, Andy Leftwich & The Aces, and The Macon Music Revue.
Family & Pet Notes
This event is family friendly.
Planning Notes
The 32nd annual festival is Saturday, September 12, 2026. Gates open at 11:00 AM and the first artist starts at noon, with the event running until about 8:00 PM. Chairs and blankets are encouraged; 10x10 canopies are allowed only in the designated tent area. Coolers, firearms, and other weapons are not allowed. A free downtown Thomson kickoff concert is scheduled for Friday night.