2025 Uptown Blues Music Festival

Join us for a weekend of unforgettable music, jamming and dancing at the Uptown Blues Jam Summer Festival! Set against the scenic backdrop of Joe’s Garage (an idyllic, private festival ground a few minutes outside Edmonton), this festival is a celebration of the joy of music and friendship.  Each year musicians gather to play music for each other and an enthusiastic group of music lovers.  All musicians can sign the list and play on our stage.  Attendees are welcome to day trip on Saturday, or camp out and enjoy music all weekend.  Joe’s Garage is a festival ground, just outside Edmonton with beautiful camping available.

We serve a beautiful meal on Saturday evening and breakfast on Sunday.

Event Highlights:

• Friday 7-11 PM: Welcome Jam with Donnie Mack
• Saturday 1-5:30 PM: The Saturday Sunshine Jam
• Saturday 7-12 PM: The Saturday Night Music Party
• Sunday 10-2 PM: The Sunday Morning Table Jam (Jam circle for everyone)

Camping & Amenities:

• Tent and RV camping (max 30′) available.  No electricity or water hookups.
• Onsite food for Saturday evening supper and Sunday morning breakfast
• Washroom facilities provided

What to Bring:

• Folding chair, snacks, drinks, cooler, earplugs, warm layers, rain gear, sunscreen, bug spray, cash or digital payment
• Musical equipment: instruments, pedal boards, tuner, special microphones/cables (house amps provided)
• Camping gear: tent, tarp, sleeping bag, RVs up to 30′

Don’t Miss:

• Evening campfire jams Friday and Saturday night
• Joe’s Garage is a picturesque setting for music lovers and musicians
• Close proximity to Edmonton for day-trippers

Get ready for an epic weekend filled with music, fun, and memories at the Uptown Blues Jam Summer Festival!