Baygrass Kick-off Party 2026

THE OFFICIAL BAYGRASS KICK-OFF PARTY

🎶 Baygrass Weekend Starts Friday Night! 🍹

 

Jammy Buffet and Cumberland Honey at Maryland Hall

FRIDAY 9/18

 

FRIDAY NIGHT BAYGRASS KICK-OFF PARTY!

🗓️ Friday, September 18th
đź•• Doors 6:30 PM | Music 7:00 – 11:30 PM
📍Maryland Hall Main Theatre | Annapolis, MD

🏝️ Jammy Buffet takes the stage for two full sets of Jimmy Buffett favorites, deep cuts, and tropical grooves. Expect sun-soaked jams, surprise segues, and barefoot boogie energy from start to finish.

🎻 Cumberland Honey opens the evening with sweet harmonies, folk and soul influences, and a touch of bluegrass. Their onstage energy and subtle humor are the perfect way to start the evening.

🍔 Ashling Kitchen & Bar will be serving specialty cheeseburgers (plus a full menu), while Maryland Hall will provide margaritas (plus a selection of beer, wine, and canned cocktails).

 

Jammy Buffet | 2026 Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival artist

Jammy Buffet

Jammy Buffet (pronounced JAM-ee boo-FAY) is where Jimmy Buffett’s coastal storytelling meets jam-band improvisation.

Fronted by singer-songwriter Bob Barrick with Brendan Mayer, Mickey Lenny, and Tyler Gwynn, the Colorado–Tennessee group revives Buffett’s “Gulf & Western” sound with fresh energy and musicianship.

Their shows blend greatest-hit singalongs, deep-cut gems, and cosmic grooves—sun-soaked, high-spirited, and always a party. Featuring regular collaborations with members of Jimmy’s Coral Reefer Band, Jammy Buffet is redefining paradise for a new generation.

Cumberland Honey band

Cumberland Honey

Hailing from the heart of Cumberland County, PA, Cumberland Honey brings sweet harmonies with folk and soul influences and a taste of bluegrass. Their original songs weave stories of life and love with heartfelt harmonies that feel like home.

Ashling Kitchen and Bar cheeseburger

Ashling Kitchen & Bar

Ashling Kitchen & Bar will be serving delicious food from their food truck, including Cheeseburgers, Black Bean Burgers, Haddock Tacos, Greek Chicken Pita, Chicken Tenders, Crab Pretzel, and Fries.

Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts

Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts

Dedicated to Art for All, Maryland Hall stands as the region’s cultural core, actively convening and engaging people of all ages and backgrounds in arts experiences that strengthen community.

Maryland Hall will be providing a variety of beverages for purchase, including margaritas and other canned cocktails,  wine, beer, and non-alcoholic options.

 

FRIDAY KICK-OFF TICKETS:

Friday Pre-party (9/18) at Maryland Hall with Jammy Buffet and Cumberland Honey.

KICK-OFF Ticket | $21

General Admission access to the Official Baygrass Pre-Party.

Music by Jammy Buffet (2 sets!) and Cumberland Honey (opening).

Date: Friday, Sept 18
Times: Doors 6:30; Music 7 PM – 11 PM
Location: Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts (in the newly renovated Main Theatre)

Highlights:
Food: Cheeseburgers and local flavors provided by Ashling Kitchen food truck
Drinks: Margaritas, Beer, Wine, Cocktails
Giveaways, Contests, and more!
Free Parking!

Final Advance Price = $21.10  (Includes ALL Fees)

Day of show door price will be $25

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