Waterfront Blues Festival 2026: Entry & Schedule

Waterfront Blues Festival 2026 will be held in Portland at Tom McCall Waterfront Park July 2-4, and will feature three days of blues, soul, and funk across three stages. Among the highlights are The Revivalists, Cymande, and Chuck Prophet on Thursday, or more international bands such as Latin cumbia crossing the continents. Gates open 12 PM every day (VIP 11:30 AM), music 1 PM-10:30 PM- craft brew, food trucks, artisans, and fireworks close July 4. Early-bird 3-day GA passes: 199 (until March 5); 1-day: 89; + VIP perks, restroom. Since 1988, it has made donations of $10M to charity, free kids 12U. Purchase at waterfrontbluesfest.com in this Portland staple.

Daily Lineup Breakdown

Thursday, July 2, opens with The Revivalists in the headline, followed by Friday and Saturday with soul-funk fusions and Peruvian cumbia. Three stages entertain 20+ acts every day since 1 PM. Full schedule drops spring; anticipate straight sets to fireworks.

Ticket Entry Options

GA: $199 early bird 3-day, $89 single; VIP $349+ adds elevated views. Tiers rise March 5, June 1—no refunds. Cashless payments on-site; re-entry with wristband.​

Venue Logistics

Park at 1400 SW Naito Pkwy; MAX rail nearby. Prohibited: chairs, coolers, drones. Family-friendly with kids free policy.​

Official lineup reel on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/waterfrontblues/reels

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FAQs

1. When is Waterfront Blues Festival 2026?
   July 2-4 at Tom McCall Waterfront Park, Portland. Gates 12 PM, music 1 PM-10:30 PM daily.​
2. Headliners and stages?
   The Revivalists, Cymande; three stages, 20+ acts. Global blues mix curated by Peter Dammann.​
3. Ticket prices and sales?
   Early bird 3-day GA $199 till March 5; buy waterfrontbluesfest.com. Kids 12U free.​
4. VIP benefits?
   Early entry 11:30 AM, lounge, private restrooms, elevated stage views for premium access.​
5. Parking and transit?
   MAX light rail recommended; limited street parking. No RVs or large bags allowed.​