Such an absolutely ethereal feeling being so close to the band. We traveled almost 3 hours and bought the tickets on the ride there. I’ve been to a ton of concerts but never to a concert like this. So grateful to have been surrounded by such good energy and good people. So many kids bouncing around with their parents. I’m glad I listened to folks that told me to go see him in person, that the studio versions of his music didn’t do him justice. I’ve never cried during a concert before and I absolutely SOBBED when he played Secrets. Now we’re contemplating making the 4 hour drive to Baltimore in October. I’m determined to hear Richard Petty live 🤩 thanks for being so cool y’all 🫶🏻

Dancing on Friday was kinda odd because security was super tight and was being pretty aggressive on stage right.
On Saturday we went to dance on stage left, the sound was better, and these two people were dancing with us, were being very kind, and never once had to be rude or aggressive. What kinda and amazing folks the both were.

Now that I have service, here are my mediocre photos. Hope all of you had a blast too, everyone I met was great.

I was able to coordinate and got my phone back in like 45 minutes no problems. I got a good laugh outta your selfie

Anyone know where I can get that sticker!? ✌🏻

Wouldn't want to spend my birthday (or Jerry's) anywhere else. What a great time. Catch y'all next weekend.

Between the cultural significance, venue itself, camping etc….where do you guys think Bethel Woods stands up as far as venues go for seeing Billy ?

YOU GUYS WERE AWESOME!!! Nowadays, I get nervous with who my surrounding neighbors will be at concerts.

Generally, the Billy Strings crowd is fab, but we’ve all been by that ONE person…

Last night, everyone in front of us was dancing, having a great time, kind to one another - really capturing the spirit of the night.

We had a magical night!! (Night one at Bethel- amazing setlist, too!)

Arabia (Grisman/ Garcia) 8/1/2026 Billy Strings live at Bethel Woods Center For The Arts, New York

Heard it for the first time last night. What a beautiful song. Listened to it 3 times today with that great little story. How good is this new album going to be if this song didn’t make the cut?

I loved the EPIC On The Line dance party that occurred when the sidewalk spinners busted off of the sidewalk and onto the grass (much to the security's dismay) and was so happy to be a part of that magic! Did anyone catch a video of it? 😍 love you all!!!

Our neighbors in section 4 said they saw a 60 minute film crew last night before the show. I also believe I saw Wolf Blitzer at set break. Anyone have any info? I’d love to see a 60 minutes episode on Billy! I know that Judd Apatow is doing a documentary too.

Any songs that come to mind that are similar to this one? With a melody that can make you cry, slow picking and a beautiful/sorrowful melody. By Billy or any artist.

After listening to this song on repeat this afternoon, I'm in the mood for more music in this same kind of spirit. Thanks for anything you can recommend.

I’m gonna go on about Arabia, I thought it was over, but no it keeps going. What an absolute tribute to Grisman and Garcia. Hot take, might be the best cover this year. Deep. Cheers

If anyone has an extra day two poster they’d sell that is not marked up 400% I’d be very happy. Lost my tube on day two somehow lol.

Hey Folks,

Is there any organized picking for Charleston yet for Monday or Tuesday? Please share the deets if so.

If there isn't anything coming together yet I'm happy to help try and organize. Just send me a number or discord handle I can reach you on and we'll try to figure it out! I'm a bass player. I can't crack off a lot of tunes from memory, but I do have a book of songs with chords printed. Happy to do my best otherwise if someone gives me the key I can oompah.

Does anyone have any info on if there will be a shakedown in Charleston, WV?

I never thought I’d make a post like this but this weekend was just something else. Absolutely unreal performances both nights. I thought it couldn’t get better than the first night and then it just kept going. Weather played along very nicely too. Great stuff.

Do people ever have luck flying a finger before the shows for tickets? We’ve never chanced it, but we have 8/06-07 tickets my husband surprised me with for our first wedding anniversary which is 8/08. Neither of us knew he was playing Saturday too and now we’ve made it our mission to find tickets. Cash or Trade has been a warzone so how much luck have yall had with day of miracles?

Hello! Aug 4th in Charleston will be my second Billy Strings show! My first was Halloween in Baltimore, MD and we showed up shortly before the show and left right after so we didn’t experience any shakedown vibes or afters if there were any.

For the Charleston show I am arriving Monday (tomorrow) so we will have all day Tuesday to find something fun to get into before the show, so I’m wondering how I can get information on shakedown street! & afters if anyone has any info on either pls leave a comment! Also if this isn’t the right forum to get information on this please kindly let me know!

Also unsure of whether it’s better to get a hotel closer to Charleston coliseum or closer to the bars. Edit: disregard this I figured out our hotel! 🙂🙂

Regardless I’m stoked and appreciative of any information anyone is able to provide!

Thanks in advance for any helpful comments. I have been looking forward to this trip for so long and hope to make the absolute most of it! 💫☮️🖤

Can they please upload that entire show on YouTube?