Blind Willie McTell Music Festival

A small festival with a big personality

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Sept 11 & 12, 2026

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Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of music in Thomson, Georgia! The celebration begins on Friday, September 11, with a free kickoff concert in historic downtown Thomson featuring the high-energy sounds of Blair Crimmins & the Hookers. Then, on Saturday, September 12, the 32nd Annual Blind Willie McTell Music Festival takes center stage with Grammy Award-winning legends Los Lobos headlining a stellar lineup that also includes Mike Mattison & Trash Magic, The Sam Grisman Project, Geno Delafose and the French Rockin’ Boogie, Andy Leftwich and the Aces, and The Macon Music Revue. Held in the hometown of legendary blues musician Blind Willie McTell, the festival brings together roots, blues, Americana, bluegrass, Cajun, and rock influences for one of the Southeast’s most celebrated music events. Advance tickets are $55 and are on sale now. Make plans now to experience Georgia’s best day of music!

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