Deep Blues Festival 2024 – Clarksdale, MS

Deep Blues Festival celebrates traditional and alternative Blues. The festival features music and musicians from all over the world that are inspired by Mississippi sounds and styles, particularly Hill Country and Delta Blues.

Over the course of four days, this intimate festival will have 8 musical performances at its main venues – The Shack Up Inn & The New Roxy. In addition to the ticketed main venue shows, there will be free live music at multiple busking stages throughout town all weekend. Of course, our local juke joints will have live music as well.

Deep Blues Festival is a fan-driven event, largely supported by festival Benefactors. This support in advance allows us to secure bands, guarantee accommodations, and much more. We couldn’t do it without our Benefactors, and we appreciate every contribution! Keep reading to learn how to become a Benefactor and receive exclusive perks in return!

Important Ticket Information:

Benefactor passes and All-Festival passes are both available to purchase now. Please be sure to purchase both a Benefactor Pass and All-Festival pass if you would like to be a Benefactor and attend all of the official shows.

FAQs

I bought tickets online. Where do I pick them up?

Your festival tickets/wristbands are available at Will Call (New Roxy Thursday 2-6 pm) or at the door of the venue hosting a show at the time you’re picking up – either Shack Up Inn or New Roxy.

Will Call hours: Thursday 2-6pm @ New Roxy. Friday 4-6pm @ Benefactor Ball location.

I purchased a Benefactor Pass. Do I still have to purchase tickets to the festival?

Yes. Your Benefactor Pass IS NOT your ticket to the festival. All benefactors must purchase an all-festival pass to attend the shows at New Roxy. There is an option to purchase both as a package, so we recommend that instead of purchasing individually.

Ok..So what does my Benefactor Pass include?

Benefactor support in advance helps bring this festival together by allowing us to secure bands, guarantee their travel and accommodations etc. We couldn’t do it without you and we appreciate each and every contribution! Perks of being a benefactor include:

• Exclusive access to the Benefactors Ball – a special Friday night show for benefactors only! Limited snacks and libations will be available, and it will take place at an authentic Clarksdale Juke Joint.
• Access to the upstairs VIP section at New Roxy during all shows. This allows you to watch the shows from the balconies, occasionally mingle with the artists, and includes limited refreshments.

I bought a Benefactor Pass. Does that include a guest for the perks?

No guests are included in the pass for the other Benefactor perks. All members of your party must have a Benefactor Pass to be admitted to the Benefactors Ball and the New Roxy private lounge.

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

This festival is for grown folks. All attendees must be 21+. However, minors are welcome if accompanied by an adult.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Please contact us by email at deepbluesfest@gmail.com. Please read through all of our FAQs before contacting, as most questions will be answered here!

Are other venues offering music during the festival?

Yes! New Roxy & Shack Up Inn are the official nighttime venues included in the 4-day festival pass, but there are several other venues offering live music including Red’s, Levon’s, Hooker Grocer, Hopeless Case Bar at Hambone Art Gallery, and Ground Zero Blues Club. Separate cover charges will apply.

Where can I find information about lodging?

Try the web pages of VISIT CLARKSDALE (https://www.visitclarksdale.com/) and CAT HEAD Delta Blues and Folk Art (https://www.cathead.biz/) for lodging options. There are also Air BnB properties in the area.

What services are available at the festival venue?

NEW ROXY: Open air, beer and cash only establishment. You may bring your own liquor and purchase setups of ice/mixers.
SHACK UP INN: Indoor, full bar available, cash and card accepted. No outside beverages of any kind permitted.

What is your refund policy?

Your ticket purchase is nonrefundable