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DelFest

DelFest is a multi-day bluegrass and roots music festival held at the Allegany County Fairgrounds in Cumberland, Maryland. The official DelFest website gives the next edition as May 27-30, 2027. Tickets and camping passes are sold through the official site, but the sources do not give prices, so check delfest.com/tickets before you go.

Question visitors askWhen is DelFest 2027 and how much are tickets?
CountyAllegany County
Official sitedelfest.com

When is DelFest 2027?

The official DelFest website says the festival runs May 27-30, 2027. Those dates are the only 2027 dates in the sources, so check delfest.com before you plan travel.

The 2026 edition ran May 21-24, 2026, according to the Mountain Maryland tourism page. That page is for 2026 only and does not list 2027 dates.

Source: DelFest official website.

How much do DelFest tickets cost?

The sources do not list DelFest ticket or camping prices. Tickets, camping passes and full festival details are sold through the official DelFest website at delfest.com/tickets, so check that page for current prices before you buy.

The Mountain Maryland tourism page advises booking lodging early and securing tickets ahead of time because DelFest weekends are popular.

Source: DelFest official website.

Where is DelFest and how do you get there?

DelFest takes place at the Allegany County Fairgrounds in Cumberland, Maryland, in Allegany County. The Mountain Maryland tourism page says the festival site is easily accessible by car and is surrounded by lodging, restaurants, breweries, trails and historic attractions.

The official DelFest website has a page called Getting to DelFest that covers travel routes, and the Mountain Maryland page links to shuttle, parking and transportation information. The sources do not give driving directions, shuttle schedules or parking fees, so check those pages before you go.

Source: Mountain Maryland tourism page (mdmountainside.com).

Where do you camp and park at DelFest?

On-site camping at DelFest surrounds the perimeter of the fairgrounds, among the ballfields, in the woods and in the Green Acres area. The official DelFest website says campers should expect to be parked tightly and efficiently, and that some sites use wooded areas for walk-in camping.

The official site links to a separate camping and parking accommodations page. Camping passes are sold through the official DelFest website.

Source: DelFest official website.

What else is there to do around DelFest?

The Mountain Maryland tourism page says Allegany County has about 70,000 acres of public land across four state parks and forests, including Rocky Gap State Park and Green Ridge State Forest. It also lists the Great Allegheny Passage and C&O Canal Towpath, the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, and Rocky Gap Casino Resort.

The official DelFest website has a page called Attractions, titled Everything beyond the music, and a Lodging page with a resource guide for travel to and from Cumberland.

Source: Mountain Maryland tourism page (mdmountainside.com).

DelFest: questions visitors ask

When is DelFest 2027 and how much are tickets?

The official DelFest website says DelFest 2027 runs May 27-30, 2027. The sources do not list ticket prices, so check delfest.com/tickets before you buy.

Source: DelFest official website.

Where is DelFest held?

DelFest is held at the Allegany County Fairgrounds in Cumberland, Maryland, in Allegany County. The Mountain Maryland tourism page describes the site as easily accessible by car.

Source: Mountain Maryland tourism page (mdmountainside.com).

Is there camping at DelFest?

Yes. The official DelFest website says on-site camping surrounds the perimeter of the fairgrounds, with walk-in camping in the wooded areas. Campers should expect to be parked tightly.

Source: DelFest official website.

What kind of music is played at DelFest?

DelFest features bluegrass, roots, Americana and related genres, with nationally recognized and emerging artists. The Mountain Maryland tourism page names the 2026 lineup, including the Del McCoury Band and Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas.

Source: Mountain Maryland tourism page (mdmountainside.com).

Who is the 2027 DelFest lineup?

The sources do not list a 2027 lineup. The Mountain Maryland tourism page lists acts for the 2026 edition only, so check the official DelFest website for the 2027 lineup when it is announced.

Source: DelFest official website.

Is DelFest family-friendly?

Yes. The Mountain Maryland tourism page describes DelFest as known for its welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere and community feel.

Source: Mountain Maryland tourism page (mdmountainside.com).

Where should I stay for DelFest?

Cumberland and the surrounding Allegany County area offer hotels, vacation rentals and campgrounds. The official DelFest website links to a lodging resource guide, and the Mountain Maryland tourism page advises booking early because accommodations fill quickly.

Source: DelFest official website.

Guide checked against official sources on October 18, 2026.

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