NEWS & EVENTS

What. A. Day. To everyone who joined us yesterday on the sold-out Cruisin’ to Memphis Blues Cruise—thank you. You brought the energy, the love, and the unmistakable spirit of the blues. From the river views to the riveting performances, it was a day to remember. We were honored to host the Journey to Memphis Finals on board, showcasing some of the region’s top-tier blues talent. Every act brought their A-game, making it a tough call for our judges, Ben Jones, Daniel Castro and Casey Sutton—and a total joy for the crowd. Now, without further ado…

August 15–16, 2025Port of Peninsula • Nahcotta, WA • Overlooking Willapa Bay Fondly known as “the little festival at the end of the world,” the Peninsula Blues Festival returns this summer for its 8th year, bringing soulful soundwaves…

This summer, don't miss the inaugural Wilsonville Festival of Music @ Charbonneau, a two-day celebration of blues, soul, and community spirit will be taking over the heart of Charbonneau Village this summer. The Wilsonville Festival of Music…

The Cascade Blues Association is now accepting applications for our 2025 Journey to Memphis (J2M) Youth Showcase challenge! This is your shot to represent the Pacific Northwest at the International Blues Challenge (IBC) in Memphis, Tennessee,…

Chisti Michelle Pacific Northwest artist Christi Michelle is a powerhouse vocalist, songwriter and more. Her music is infused with personal narratives of life, love, survival, heartache, and joy that is the essence of the blues. Whether…