How much does it cost to get in?
Nothing, it's FREE thanks to our sponsors! (please check out their links on the sponsor page)

What Time should I get there?
We suggest 11am to reserve a good spot

What time does the music start?
Our bands start at 12 noon sharp. We pride ourselves on a "on-time schedule". The 1st act is always worth it.

Do you have Craft Vendors?
You bet. We have vendors offering lots of cool stuff, and they are located next to the stage so that you don't miss a beat of the blues while you shop.

How do I become a Non-Food/Craft Vendor?
Click here.

What should I bring?
We have a certain amount of picnic tables, and many places to sit, but you may want bring folding chairs or blankets to grab a space on the lawn area

Is there food and drink?
Yep. We have food vendors that will be selling lots of goodies like pizza, barbeque, etc. All these vendors will offer sodas or water for purchase as well. There is no alcohol available in the festival

How do I become a food vendor?
Click here.

May I bring alcohol?
No. The Delta Blues Festival is an alcohol-free event.

May I bring my pet?
As much as we love them, there are no pets allowed at the DBF.

Are kids welcome?
Yep! Bring the whole family.

Can I meet the artists?
Sure you can. We have a section right next to the stage where all acts are invited to greet the public. We will even have DBF posters for sale ($1) that you can have all the acts sign.

Where do I park?
There is lots of free parking around the DBF. Lots.

Can I get there by public transportation?
Sure! Here's a link for Tri Delta Transit:
and here's a link to BART
and here is a link to the AMTRAK train station (located 1 block a way)

What do I wear?
The Autumn weather is usually wonderful; warm in the day and a little chilly at night. Throw a jacket in the car, and if you need it, you'll have it.

Are there places to go afterwards?
Sure there are. There is the El Campanil Theatre that usually has a national comedy competition. The Red Caboose will have a blues jam after the festival is over, and a new downtown restaurant Bases Loaded is a new pub in town, just 4 blocks away. For more info, here is the link to the East County Live that offers City info

Where should I stay?
Well, we suggest that you stay with our Sponsor. It's a really nice hotel too.
How do I become a sponsor?
Easy. Email or call us at 925.698.8024

Comfort Suites Antioch-Oakley
5549 Bridgehead Road Hwy 4 & Hwy 160
Oakley, CA, US, 94561
Phone: (925) 755-1222 Fax: (925) 755-1221

How do I be considered for the Scholarship?
Click here

How do I be considered for Entertainment for the Next Festival?
We review submissions every January through March. Electronic submissions are perferred and given high priority. YOUtube is GREAT and hearing your music from the web is a must. We look at BIO photos and photos of shows, tour dates, and for experience. Hard-copy submissions are considered but will take a back seat to electronic entries. Hard-copy packages may be sent to:

Electronic Packs Click Here

ALL others please send to this PO box:

Delta Blues Festival
P.O. Box 613
Antioch, CA 94509

Please note, we take off the months of October-December.