Phoenixville Blues Festival

08/04/2026

Great news Blues Fans! The Phoenixville Blues Festival is working with Orion Communities on their Music for Everyone night at The Colonial Theater. We are happy to report that we secured Vanessa Collier as the headliner for that night's event (11/12 Thursday). She has player our festival 4 times and we need your help to make this charitable event a sell out!! Orion does tremendous work in our community and this is their largest fund raiser!

Please support this event and get your tickets here:

Singer/songwriter Vanessa Collier’s sixth album Do It My Own Way was released September 13 via Phenix Fire Records. Recorded on analog gear with the musicians largely in one room, Do It My Own Way is sonically inspired by the classic Memphis soul sound of Stax and Hi Records, especially that of th...

06/29/2026

Stay tuned Blues Folks, looking at a winter Bluesfest in Phoenixville! Will keep you posted as details emerge!!!

In the interim, please consider donating to the Colonial Theater's 30 year as a non profit raise! They will be "instrumental" in our Bluesfest!!

07/26/2025

Hey Blues fans while there is no Blues Festival this year that doesn't mean the Blues are not alive and well in Phoenixville!

Please follow this link to secure your Jimmy Vaughan tickets for their show on August 24th at the Colonial Theater!

When it comes to the blues today, there are a handful of guiding lights to make sure the music stays true to its history. For Jimmie Vaughan, he’s dedicated his life to making sure the blues not only stays alive, but remains full of life and an inspiration to all who listen. It’s a spirit he hol...

05/22/2025

Hey Blues Fans, after 12 years and over $100,000 donated to local charities we are taking a break in 2025!

However, we do plan to organize a "BluesDay" in downtown Phoenixville with the partnership of the Colonial Theater. Likely to happen next February. Keep checking back for updates on bands, venues, and special events!

11/20/2024

Thats a wrap blues fans on the 2024 Blues Festival!! The Steel City Blues Society is proud of our 12-year run and will soon distribute about $8,800 in donations to local charities.

I am reposting our post from earlier this year. After 12 fun (and exhausting) years we are looking for a fresh start with a new sponsor and team to run the festival. Please send any questions/info to [email protected]. We have a lot of history and know-how we can share with a new team.

Here's the post:

We hope this message finds you well and filled with the joy that music brings to our lives. We are actively planning for the 12th Annual Phoenixville Blues Festival on 9/7/2024, however this will be the final year for The Steel City Blues Society to host this great event.

After 12 incredible years of bringing the blues to our community, the time has come for a new chapter in the journey of The Phoenixville Blues Festival. We are seeking passionate individuals or organizations who are interested in taking the reins and continuing the legacy of our beloved blues festival.

The Blues Festival has been a labor of love, and thanks to the generous support of our community, we've been able to create unforgettable musical experiences while raising $100,000 for local charities. However, as we look towards the future, we believe it's time for fresh perspectives and new energy to carry the torch forward.

To ensure a smooth transition, we are offering an exciting opportunity for interested parties to work alongside our current team during the 2024 festival planning. This will provide invaluable insights, hands-on experience, and a chance to preserve the festival's positive impact on our community.

We welcome individuals, groups, or organizations who share our passion for the blues, community engagement, and making a positive impact. Whether you have experience in event management, fundraising, or simply a love for music, your enthusiasm and commitment are what matter most.

The heart of our festival lies in its ability to bring people together, celebrate the blues, and give back to the community. By taking ownership, you could make a lasting impact, continue our tradition of supporting local charities, and ensure that the blues continue to resonate in our community for years to come.

If you're excited about the idea of working with us, we'd love to hear from you. Please reach out to [email protected] for more details or to express your interest. Let's work together to make sure the blues continue to echo through our community.

Thank you for your continued support, and here's to the future of the blues!

10/04/2024

This Friday, get your festival gear! Who needs a shirt, hat, or poster? It's your last opportunity to support the festival.

09/30/2024

Last chance for Blues Swag!! We will have a table this Friday at first Friday (10/4) in the Bridge/Main lot. This is your chance to secure a 2024 festival t-shirt, hat and posters (all years!). We need to sell out!!! Hope to see you there!

This is a day to enjoy the sights and sounds of Phoenixville and most importantly support our local

09/09/2024

Great Blues Festivals start with great music and we certainly checked that box on Saturday! Even a little rain couldn't slow the talent and crowds! We want to thank our bands, volunteers, vendors and fans!

We were negligent in appealing for donations during the festival and given the rain our financial goals were not met. Please if you enjoyed the show or just want to support community events like ours consider donating here:

https://www.zeffy.com/fundraising/8ded4dab-8dbe-4dee-b9e3-0276689cdc4b

09/07/2024

Party’s about to start! Come out to Reeve’s Park!