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Blues Festival Basel

Festival · Basel · since 2000

The Blues Festival Basel has taken place every March since 2000, over four evenings. To kick things off, up-and-coming acts perform at the Promo Blues Night, and the winning band joins the official programme the following year. 2027 marks the 25th edition.

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Applications welcome any time

Up-and-coming bands perform at the Promo Blues Night. How to apply is not stated on the website.

Promo Blues Night (new talent) · Contest

Application process and deadline not stated on the website

Up-and-coming bands play at the opening. The winning band joins the official programme of the following year.

Source: bluesbasel.ch, checked on 7 November 2026
As of 7 November 2026 See all festival deadlines

Editions

  • 10 March 2027 – 13 March 2027

At a glance

Next edition
10 March 2027 – 13 March 2027
Place
Basel
Type
Festival
Size
small
Founded
2000
Genres
Blues