Music lovers, get ready for another season of world-class live music as Cooperstown Concerts announces its 2026-2027 season opening concert featuring an afternoon of hard-driving, traditional bluegrass music from The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys, a Grammy-nominated band from Nashville, Tennessee. The concert takes place on Sunday, September 13, 2026, 3:00 PM at The Glimmerglass Festival Pavilion (7300 NY-80,
Cooperstown). To buy tickets, go to Cooperstown Concerts.
In ten years as a band, The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys have covered a lot of miles sharing their love of bluegrass with audiences drawn to their hard-charging, true-blue sound. The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys have always been known for barreling bluegrass forward, and as they move into their second
decade as a band, they’re, maintaining that momentum both onstage and in the studio, with songs inspired by all they’ve seen and a renewed energy along for the ride.
Amid all their travels, The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys have seen every nook and cranny of the country, met people from all walks of life, and kept a keen eye toward the truth, which rings out loud and clear in the songs they write. “Wanderers Like Me,” the title track from their 2024 album and the
band’s first No. 1 song on the Bluegrass Unlimited chart, shoots straight from the heart: “Wanderers like me don’t settle down for no one” is the lyric that opens the song. “We live what we play and sing about,” says bandleader C.J. Lewandowski.
Indeed, hard work and deep feeling are baked into their songs, which have been celebrated with a Grammy nomination for Best Bluegrass Album and International Bluegrass Music Association recognition ranging from the Emerging Artist of the Year award to a nomination for Entertainer of the Year.
Join Us in the Pavilion at The Glimmerglass Festival
The show will be Cooperstown Concerts’ first-ever concert to be presented in the spacious Glimmerglass Pavilion, situated on the beautiful grounds of The Glimmerglass Festival at 7300 NY-80 in Cooperstown. Ticket holders are invited to kick off the evening at the bar and lounge situated inside the Pavilion, with doors opening at 2:00 PM. Enjoy a beverage,
reconnect with friends, and meet fellow music lovers in a warm, welcoming space before the show.
“Our community has always embraced live music as a way to connect, discover, and inspire,” said Randy Smith, president of Cooperstown Concerts. “We’re excited to launch another unforgettable season and welcome everyone to be part of it. Our season opener, the first to be
presented in the beautiful Glimmerglass Festival Pavilion, features one of the hottest bluegrass bands on the scene today, straight from Nashville. We’re all going to be treated to some fine picking and singing at a picturesque venue on a Sunday afternoon in Cooperstown!”
Ticket Information
Immerse yourself in an afternoon of hard-driving bluegrass music as you experience the authentic, traditional sound and instrumentation of one of today’s hottest bluegrass bands up close. This is a seated concert. Tickets are available online and may be available at the door. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit cooperstownconcerts.org. Tickets are: Adults, $30; Students (with College ID), $10; Youth (6 to 18), $10; Under age 6, Free.
Special Hotel Offer: Extend the Magic, Stay the Night
Make it a mini getaway with an overnight stay at the area’s newest hotel, the Hampton Inn Cooperstown, which is offering concert guests an exclusive discounted rate for the nights of Saturday September 12 and Sunday September 13. Visit the Cooperstown Concerts show webpage for booking details.
More concert announcements are on the way for the fall of 2026: Visit our website at cooperstownconcerts.org for updates and join the mailing list to be the first to know.
This show is made possible in part by our 2026-2027 Season Sponsors, Wayne Bank and Cooperstown Homegrown, and by a grant from the Scriven Foundation.
About Cooperstown Concerts
Founded in 1970, Cooperstown Concerts has served as a home for live music dedicated to bringing an eclectic mix of world-class live music to our community. The 2026-2027 season continues this tradition of excellence, featuring a diverse lineup that invites audiences to explore new sounds, discover emerging artists, and enjoy timeless favorites. With a commitment to diversity in programming and a deep connection to its audience, Cooperstown Concerts offers an opportunity for people to come together, experience and engage with high-quality music from around the globe, and enjoy a great performance close to home. Cooperstown Concerts is an
independent, all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) not for profit organization.
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