Utrecht Blues Festival

Utrecht Blues Festival ignites TivoliVredenburg in mid-March 2026 with a vibrant celebration of authentic [blues](/festivals/music/blues). The festival [in the Netherlands](/festivals/netherlands) welcomes [John Primer](/artists/john-primer), living legend of [Chicago blues](/festivals/music/chicago-blues) and former guitarist for Muddy Waters, master of [electric blues](/festivals/music/electric-blues). The stage vibrates with [KAZ HAWKINS](/artists/kaz-hawkins), British diva of [soul blues](/festivals/music/soul-blues) and [rock](/festivals/music/rock), known for her powerful voice and electrifying performances. [Shawn Pittman](/artists/shawn-pittman) completes this bill with his raw and energetic Texas blues. This annual gathering transforms Utrecht's prestigious concert hall into a blues temple, celebrating the Chicago and Delta heritage in TivoliVredenburg's exceptional acoustics. Utrecht Blues Festival marries tradition and excellence in an intimate atmosphere, offering enthusiasts an authentic journey to the heart of American blues roots.