| February 14, 2026 | |
| Safford, AZ | |
| Graham County Fairgrounds | |
| Google Map |
Matheson Music Festival is the must-attend event of 2026 with a lineup and festival fun you don’t want to miss! Tons of family-friendly activities, interactive workshops, band scrambles and performances, all in support of music education! Honey Buckets headline Saturday night and host our jam camp all weekend long! Make plans to join us, February 11-16th, 2026 in Safford, AZ!
The Matheson Music Festival is a six-day celebration of bluegrass, old-time, country, Americana, and traditional acoustic music — created to inspire the next generation of musicians. Hosted by the Matheson Music Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the festival blends high-level performances with hands-on workshops, youth programming, and community events so everyone — kids, beginners, and pros — can participate.
Linueup Includes
Phoebe & Dominick
Edgar Loudermilk
Honey Buckets
Jam Pak Blues ’N Grass Neighborhood Band
Cisco & the Racecars
Tuesday String Band
Muddy Mountain West
North of Lonesome
Forest and Friends
Doghouse Drive
Alpine Divide
WOAH Nelly!
The Matheson Music Foundation is dedicated to the transformative power of music, education, and community connection. Through the festival, school visits, and year-round workshops, they make music accessible to all ages while supporting local schools, teachers, and families. When you attend, sponsor, or volunteer, you help us build the next generation of musicians in the Gila Valley.