The inaugural Nevada Blues Festival will run September 29 to October 1 at venues in Las Vegas and in Goodsprings, south of Las Vegas.

The Pioneer Saloon (Southern Nevada’s oldest saloon) in Goodsprings will host most of the performances, starting with two on Friday afternoon: Marilyn B & Her Band and The Shuffleaires. There will be four there on Saturday and two on Sunday.

The Friday night jam session moves to The Sand Dollar Lounge in Las Vegas, and Tommy Rocker's Mojave Beach Grill & Bar closes out the weekend on Sunday night with a celebration of local musicians,

Admission is free, but special VIP passes will get you closer to the action and provide food and drink deals.

Pioneer Saloon welcomes guests of all ages. On Nevada Blues Festival weekend, Tommy Rocker’s will be open to guests of all ages. The Sand Dollar Lounge welcomes guests 21 and over.