Bluegrass at Hopewell
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Date: July 26, 2025
Location: At Hopewell Barn in Urbana
Doors open at 6 PM
Bands start playing at 6:30 PM
Afterparty kicks off at 9:30 PM
Returning for its fifth year, Bluegrass at Hopewell is located in the Hopewell Barn. Grab a blanket, or host a table, and join us for a casual evening listening to live bluegrass music 🪕 on the lawn at the Barn. With plenty of room for the kids to run, food trucks and vendors will be onsite offering a wide variety of food options 🍽️.
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Event Details
Returning for its fifth year, Bluegrass at Hopewell is located in the Hopewell Barn outside of Lagro. Pack your lawn chair, or host a table inside the barn, and join us for a casual evening listening to live bluegrass music 🪕. With plenty of activities for the kids, including free pony rides. Food trucks and vendors will be on-site offering a wide variety of food options 🍽️.
The Shakin’ Dog will have smoked brisket sandwiches 🥪 and loaded brisket nachos, Canal Creamery will have homemade hotdogs 🌭, Sweet Shack will be serving signature flavored lemonades 🍋, and 950 Speakeasy will be serving up cocktails, beer, and wine to order 🥃. Canal Creamery will also be serving up ice cream 🍦, and Bailey’s Pizza Parlor will be onsite offering homemade desserts and treats 🍪.
Trolley No.85 will offer rides to and from the Antique Boutique at Hopewell (affectionately called Hopewell Church) for complimentary baked goods, more live music 🎤, and antique shopping 🛍️. E Brewing will offer beer tasting 🍺, paid at the time of tasting.
$280 - Reserved Table for 8
The ticket includes:
- A reserved table just for our party housed inside the barn.
- A stunning gift basket with a bottle of wine, homemade treats from Bailey’s Pizza Parlor, bottled water, and 2 drink vouchers to share with the table.
- Entry into the event to enjoy live music, food, and drink vendors, and amazing Indiana countryside views!
- Rides to and from the Antique Boutique on Trolley No.85, while you are there, enjoy more complimentary treats from Bailey’s Pizza Parlor.
- Enjoy antique shopping, and/or spirit tastings (additional charge) before boarding the Trolley and returning to the Barn.
- Exclusive invitation to purchase tickets for Creekside Dinner at Avenue Falls on Friday Evening, July 25th.
$130 - Reserved High-Top Table for 4
The ticket includes:
- A reserved high-top table just for our party housed inside the barn.
- A stunning gift basket of homemade treats from Bailey’s Pizza Parlor and bottled water to share with the table.
- Entry into the event to enjoy live music, food, and drink vendors, and amazing Indiana countryside views!
- Rides to and from the Antique Boutique on Trolley No.85, while you are there, enjoy more complimentary treats from Bailey’s Pizza Parlor. Enjoy antique shopping, and/or spirit tastings (additional charge) before boarding the Trolley and returning to the Barn.
- Exclusive invitation to purchase tickets for Creekside Dinner at Avenue Falls on Friday Evening, July 25th.
$20 Lawn Seat – Outdoor seating – Must provide own seating.
The ticket includes:
- Entry into the event to enjoy live music, food, and drink vendors, and amazing Indiana countryside views!
- Rides to and from the Antique Boutique on Trolley No.85, while you are there, enjoy more complimentary treats from Bailey’s Pizza Parlor.
- Enjoy antique shopping, and/or spirit tastings (additional charge) before boarding the Trolley and returning to the Barn.
Lawn seats at the door are $25.
Must bring your own seating.
Trolley No.85
Ride to and from the Antique Boutique on Trolley No.85, while you are there enjoy a complimentary treat from Bailey’s Pizza Parlor. Spirit tastings and additional treats from Bailey’s for an additional charge.
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Fun for the entire family!
- Kiddos under 12 are free for lawn seats but require a ticket
- Free pony rides by Equestrian Dreams
- Yard Games
- Giant Jenga
- Corn Hole
💚 Pony rides sponsored by Metronet!
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After party
Continue the night with more fun and live Bluegrass music at the 950 Speakeasy! 🥃
🪕 Live music from Robin Davis Duo – 9:30 PM – 10:45 PM
🎤 Live music from Watershed Ramblers – 11 PM – 12 AM
Friday July 25th - Creekside Dinner at Avenue Falls - Invite Only
Get ready for a night of elevated dining before the Bluegrass festivities begin at Hopewell. Visit Wabash County invites you to an Invite Only All-Inclusive Creekside Seafood Boil at Avenue Falls on the Friday before Bluegrass at Hopewell on Saturday. This dinner is available only to those who reserve a table of 8 or a high-top table of 4 at Bluegrass at Hopewell. Reservations for this immersive dinner are $125 per person.
As the sun sets over the sparkling creek, indulge in perfectly seasoned seafood boil by local culinary talent Julie Dickey at 4 Partners In Crime, accompanied by mouthwatering sides and ice-cold beer/cocktail drinks/sweet tea. Bar service is provided by the 950 Speakeasy Bistro—all in the company of good friends and great music. This intimate event offers a front-row seat to delicious American flavors, exceptional live entertainment, and the charm of a hidden creekside landscape.
Don’t miss your chance to enjoy a one-of-a-kind evening under the stars. Space is limited to 24 guests, so secure your spot now and make memories that will last a lifetime! Join us for an intimate dining experience that will set the tone for an amazing Bluegrass weekend. Perfect for music lovers and foodies alike, this VIP dinner promises a night of exquisite flavors, intimate ambiance, and exceptional service.
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Without our amazing partners, this event would not be possible! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! ❤️
Food Menu & Full Bar Menu
A fantastic summer menu including dinner and drinks will be available for purchase during the event. Both cash and card will be accepted by all vendors. Alcohol, outside food, drinks (including water bottles), and coolers cannot be carried into the event (due to excise and our pesky insurance policy). All guests will be required to show a valid I.D. to gain access to alcohol service.
The Shakin' Dog Food Truck - BBQ
The Shakin’ Dog will be onsite and have food and soft drinks available for purchase. Enjoy smoked brisket sandwiches and loaded brisket nachos! 😋
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950 Speakeasy - Full Cash Bar
Enjoy a signature cocktail, mixed drinks, beer, or wine during the event! 🥃
All guests will be required to show a valid I.D. to gain access to alcohol service.
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Bailey's Pizza Parlor - Homemade Desserts
Bailey’s Pizza Parlor will be serving complimentary treats. They will also have other homemade baked goods for sale at The Antique Boutique, hitch a ride on Trolley No.85. ❤️
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E Brewing - Beer Tastings
E Brewing from South Whitley will be offering beer tastings (for additional cost) at The Antique Boutique, hitch a ride on Trolley No.85. ❤️
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Sweet Shack - Flavored Lemonades
The Sweet Shack will be slingin’ their signature lemonade in a dozen unique flavors! Nothing beats an ice cold lemonade on a hot day. 🤩
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Canal Creamery - Homemade Hot Dogs & Gourmet Ice Cream
Gourmet Ice Cream (Cone or Cup) 🍦
One Scoop
Two Scoop
Canal Cup (3 scoops)
Toppings
Homemade Chicken Salad
Walking Taco-rito’s
Drinks
Water
Soda
Kettle Corn Guy - Kettle Corn
Savor the flavor of fresh kettle corn! 😋
Meet the Bands!
Rock Bottom Boys of Madison County
The Rock Bottom Boys of Madison County, from Anderson, Indiana, pride themselves in bringing joy and cheer to folks of all ages with their rollicking fusion of Americana, Folk, Blues and Bluegrass music. 🪕
Trent Palmer, Jason Varner, and Mike Snyder created their unique blend old acoustic music by mixing guitar, mandolin and banjo alongside of crisp, three-part harmonies and humor appreciated by the whole family. What is the ultimate goal of the Rock Bottom Boys? It’s to have fun with their audiences and send everyone home smiling and completely delighted!
🪕 2nd year at Bluegrass!
Cornfields & Crossroads
This Central Indiana band has performed regionally for over a decade, earning radio airplay from four albums. They’ve shared stages with bluegrass legends like Rhonda Vincent and played top festivals like Bean Blossom, Earl Park and Poppy Mountain.
C & C delivers hard-driving instrumentals, traditional favorites, and heartfelt ballads. The lineup includes lead singer/guitarist Jason Barrows (Indianapolis), banjoist Dan Wethington (Noblesville), mandolinist Darrell Duety (Indianapolis), and bassist Joe Flowers (Lebanon).
🪕 5th year at Bluegrass!
Dwayne “Hank” Conaway
“Hank” of Noblesville, IN started his musical life in Bluegrass– and while ever true to his roots, the singer has since metamorphosed into a tribute performer to project his deep love for the classic songs of Hank Williams, Sr. Conaway’s portrayal of the legendary performer is spell-binding. Guaranteed to transport any audience into the 1950’s era often called the Golden Age of Country-Western music.
🪕 5th year at Bluegrass!
The Robin Davis Duo
The Robin Davis Duo from Colorado features multi-instrumentalist Robin Davis and his wife Jimi Davis. Together the two blend oldtime bluegrass with their unique, relatable originals.
Robin leads the duo with oldtime fiddle, but he’s also known for his impeccable flatpicking on both guitar and mandolin.
🪕 1st year at Bluegrass!
Barrel Scrapers
From North Manchester Indiana, they came together over a love for traditional bluegrass music. Now they are out and ready to share that music with you. They are available for events, festivals, weddings, birthday parties and any event where you’d like music. They also have play gospel music.
🪕 3rd year at Bluegrass!
Watershed Ramblers
The Watershed Ramblers, a bluegrass quartet from Chesterton, IN, blend influences from bluegrass, rock, funk, and R&B. Known for their fast tempos, train-like grooves, and genre-bending pickin’, they bring a high-energy mix of traditional and contemporary tunes.
Formed in 2022, the Ramblers began as friends exploring bluegrass in a Northwest Indiana basement. Since then, they’ve honed their craft through performances at local venues, festivals, and self-hosted events. From foot-stomping hoedowns to soulful ballads, their music captures the essence of American roots.
With a passion for storytelling and a dedication to tradition, the Ramblers continue to evolve, offering a heartfelt journey through the rich heritage of American music.
🪕 1st year at Bluegrass!