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Hardly Strictly Bluegrass is excited to reveal the initial lineup for its return to San Francisco’s iconic Golden Gate Park from Friday, October 4 to Sunday, October 6. Celebrating its 24th year, this free festival will once again showcase a diverse array of top performers from various genres.

This year's lineup features notable artists such as Greensky Bluegrass, Robyn Hitchcock, Big Star's Radio City 50th Anniversary, The Wood Brothers, Fruition, Bobby Rush, Haley Heynderickx, The Bones of J.R. Jones, Alice Gerrard, and Glen Hansard. Fans can get a sneak peek of the performances through an exclusive medley available on the festival’s official website. Additional artists will be announced soon.

“Can’t wait to get back to one of our favorite festivals, in such a beautiful park and at the perfect time of year. See you soon in San Francisco at Hardly Strictly!” said Oliver Wood of The Wood Brothers.

In the lead-up to the 25th Anniversary in 2025, the festival staff has been busy exploring the archives to share some special moments from past decades with the new series, "Portals to the Past." The first segment, "Strictly Bluegrass," will premiere on the HSB TV platform on July 25th, in honor of what would have been Warren Hellman's 90th birthday.

This year, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass also mourns the loss of longtime Operations Producer Greg Wynn. Greg, who became the operational lead of HSB, turned his team into a family. “For the past two years Greg fought cancer with determination, grace, and bravery,” festival officials said. “Greg also leaves behind many close friends, all of whom have been instrumental in his life; he left an indelible mark on everyone and will forever be missed.”

“This year has been difficult for all of us. Our entire staff is working tirelessly to honor Greg's memory. We are proud to name our busiest intersection Wynn's Crossing. Located on JFK Drive, it will guide attendees from the Rooster Stage to Arrow Meadow. This was a spot where Greg spent a lot of time monitoring traffic flow to ensure the best possible experience for everyone, so it seems fitting,” said Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Executive Producer Sheri Sternberg.

HARDLY STRICTLY BLUEGRASS 2024 Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA October 4-6, 2024

INITIAL LINEUP:

Greensky Bluegrass

Robyn Hitchcock

Big Star's Radio City 50th Anniversary

The Wood Brothers

Fruition

Bobby Rush

Haley Heynderickx

The Bones of J.R. Jones

Alice Gerrard

Glen Hansard

MORE ARTISTS TO BE ANNOUNCED