Sounds Like Collierville is rolling back into the town's historic Square for a three-day bluegrass and Americana takeover April 23-25, 2026, bringing free concerts, workshops and food trucks with it. The family-friendly festival builds on last year’s debut and is set to showcase local musicians and Collierville traditions all weekend long.
What to expect on the Square
On the schedule: a Thursday evening kickoff program at the Sanctuary on the Square, a community bluegrass jam and gazebo concerts on Friday, and a full day of performances plus hands-on workshops on Saturday, all with free admission. According to the Town of Collierville, North Rowlett Street will be closed to cars and turned into a pedestrian zone loaded with picnic seating, room to roam and space for food trucks and local restaurant vendors.
Friday Night Jam and Saturday Workshops
Friday kicks off with the 27th annual Collierville Square Bluegrass & Old Time Music Jam at 5 p.m., followed by a gazebo concert featuring The Tennessee Tradition. Saturday’s slate will highlight seven local and regional artists along with free interactive sessions covering guitar, banjo, fiddle, resonator guitar and songwriting. Collierville Herald-Independent has artist spotlights and local listings for those who like to study the lineup in advance.
Why the 250th theme matters
The expanded three-day format ties into America 250 programming after the town received a TN250 grant, using music as a way to trace moments in the broader national story. As outlined by Tennessee Town & City, Tourism Director Ashley Carver said the project "connects Collierville's stories and traditions to that broader American story" by bringing people together around songs from different eras.
Practical details
Attendees are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair, but organizers ask everyone to leave space for pedestrian flow on the Square. The town notes there are more than 400 parking spaces nearby, with food trucks set up in the Washington Street lot. Per the town’s event calendar, the festival is rain or shine and free to the public, and visitors are asked to follow posted signage around any street closures. Full schedule and logistics are posted via the Town of Collierville.
Last year’s debut pulled in over 6,300 visitors, and organizers are planning for another strong crowd this spring. The town first floated a “save the date” on Facebook, and for the latest lineup changes and day-of details, organizers point people to the social announcement and event page from the Town of Collierville.
