The Touch of Brews 2026 Lineup: Live Music All Day in Nashville
Six acts plus a solo set from Furthur's John Kadlecik, one lawn, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.: touring jam bands, the world's only all female Grateful Dead tribute, New Orleans swamp roots, a Dylan tribute gone psychedelic, hometown favorites, and the next generation plugging in.
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Who's Playing Touch of Brews 2026
Gates open at 11 a.m., the first band hits at 11:30, and the last note lands at 8:30 p.m. Six acts, one stage, no overlap.
Kendall Street Company
Virginia's genre fluid, eclectic rock ensemble, drawing comparisons that run from the dynamic jams of Umphrey's McGee and Widespread Panic to the songwriting of John Prine, with a healthy streak of psychedelia and humor. Sets that never play the same way twice.
On stage 7:00 p.m., closing set
Brown Eyed Women
The world's only all female Grateful Dead tribute ensemble, delivering the catalog with serious musicianship and a fresh perspective. Fittingly for our stage, the band was sparked by a conversation on David Gans's radio show, and Gans himself played the 2024 festival.
On stage 5:00 p.m.
Honey Island Swamp Band
Eclectic, song first roots rock out of the New Orleans tradition, the sound No Depression called "Bayou Americana": blues, country, and soul with grooves that make the whole lawn move. Golden hour was invented for bands like this.
On stage 3:30 p.m.
New Ponies
A Nashville based tribute to the songs of Bob Dylan, led by guitarist and vocalist Jeff Malinowski of The Stolen Faces, the band that's played nearly every Touch of Brews since the very first one. Expect hits, deep cuts, extended jams, and a healthy dose of psychedelia.
On stage 2:00 p.m.
Tennessee Warblers
Good time Americana jamgrass since 2014, blending heartfelt originals with covers that bridge bluegrass roots and modern improvisation. Their debut album Small Town Songs drew praise from WMOT Roots Radio and the Nashville Scene. Festival family too: the Warblers played the 2nd annual back in 2022, and they're back for year six.
On stage 12:45 p.m.
School of Rock AllStars
Fewer than 1 percent of School of Rock students worldwide make the cut through a multi stage audition, and the best of them tour the country each summer. At the all ages festival where kids get in free, it's only right the next generation opens the day.
On stage 11:30 a.m., opening set
Saturday, September 26
Touch of Brews 2026 Set Times in Nashville
Doors at 11 a.m., music from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., festival closes at 9 p.m.
- 11:30 a.m.School of Rock AllStars
- 12:45 p.m.Tennessee Warblers
- 2:00 p.m.New Ponies
- 3:30 p.m.Honey Island Swamp Band
- 5:00 p.m.Brown Eyed Women
- 7:00 p.m.Kendall Street Company
John Kadlecik, Solo
A solo set from the guitarist and vocalist who spent years as Jerry Garcia's counterpart in Furthur alongside Bob Weir and Phil Lesh, and who co founded Dark Star Orchestra. One more reason to get to the lawn early and stay late.
Set time to be announced
Times are subject to change on festival day. Bring a blanket, the lawn is the seating, and the Kids Zone runs alongside the music.
Five years of sit ins and supersets
Past Touch of Brews Artists: The Company This Stage Keeps
Since 2021, the festival has hosted players from Dark Star Orchestra, Phil Lesh & Friends, ALO, and beyond.
Relive every year in the archive: 2021 · 2022 · 2023 · 2024 · 2025
Music questions
Touch of Brews Live Music FAQ
What time does the music start at Touch of Brews?
Gates open at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 26, 2026, and the School of Rock AllStars start the music at 11:30 a.m. Kendall Street Company closes the night at 7 p.m., the music ends at 8:30 p.m., and the festival wraps at 9 p.m.
Is the live music all ages?
Yes. The whole festival is all ages, the lawn is the seating, and kids 12 and under get in free with a ticketed adult. Little ears near the stage do best with kid sized ear protection.
Who is playing Touch of Brews 2026?
The 2026 lineup runs School of Rock AllStars at 11:30 a.m., Tennessee Warblers at 12:45 p.m., New Ponies at 2 p.m., Honey Island Swamp Band at 3:30 p.m., Brown Eyed Women at 5 p.m., and Kendall Street Company at 7 p.m. John Kadlecik, formerly of Furthur and a co founder of Dark Star Orchestra, also plays a solo set with the time to be announced.
How much are tickets to see the lineup?
Early Bird general admission is $30 all in, including fees and sales tax, through August 31. Starting September 1, general admission is $36 all in. Kids 12 and under are free with a ticketed adult, and every set is included with admission. See ticket options.
One stage, one lawn
Where the Music Happens: Two Rivers Mansion, Donelson
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Sept 26, 2026 · 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. · Two Rivers Mansion, Donelson
Six Acts. One Lawn. Zero Bad Seats.
Early Bird general admission is $30 all in through August 31, and kids 12 and under are always free.
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