Wheeler Opera House

Wednesday, April 9th, 2025

7:00 PM

Prepare for an unforgettable night of bluegrass brilliance as AJ Lee & Blue Summit and The Fretliners and take the Wheeler stage for a special double bill. This evening promises a thrilling fusion of tradition and innovation, followed by a shared encore that will leave you inspired.

AJ Lee & Blue Summit, an award-winning band celebrated for their magnetic stage presence and genre-defying artistry, will headline. Led by the remarkable AJ Lee on mandolin, with Jan Purat on fiddle and Scott Gates and Sullivan Tuttle on guitar, they’ll bring their unique mix of bluegrass, country soul, and Americana to life, performing songs from their latest album, City of Glass.

The Fretliners, winners of the Telluride Bluegrass and Rockygrass band competitions in 2023, will open the night with their electrifying sound and exceptional songwriting. Their seamless blend of traditional bluegrass with a Rocky Mountain twist is sure to captivate.

Don’t miss this extraordinary evening where two of the finest contemporary bluegrass acts come together, creating a musical experience that’s as heartfelt as it is exhilarating.

Riverbend Park

June 6-8, 2025

For 16 years, Palisade has been celebrating its love for hot pickin’ guitars, outstanding artistry, blazing fiddles, and Colorado sunshine. Located along the Colorado River at Riverbend Park, The Palisade Bluegrass & Roots Festival brings together some of the country’s top bluegrass artists and Colorado’s favorite emerging stars for three days of non-stop festival vibes—a family-friendly, river lovers event.