Blues on the Green is one of Austin’s largest FREE Music concert series. Traditionally it was held once a month May through August in Zilker Park. But COVID and other considerations seem to have taken a toll and this once multi month event. As near as I can tell, there is only 2 days of free music this year
Blues on the Green, returns for its 34th year on Tuesday, August 5 and Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at the Great Lawn of Zilker Park (2100 Barton Springs Road) The family- and pet-friendly event is hosted by Waterloo Media and has truly evolved from a blues-centric origin to a diverse showcase of Austin-based talent, spanning genres from blues to country, rock, soul, Latin, and singer-songwriters
Parking for Blues on the Green
Expect road closures and traffic changes near Zilker Park during event hours Limited on-site parking is available for purchase:
- $25 per vehicle in the Stratford Lot or Moontower Polo Field lot
Public transit is encouraged to avoid congestion—CapMetro Routes 3, 30, and MetroRapid 803 run nearby, and children ride free on all CapMetro services. Bicycle parking is also available throughout the park
Rideshare and scooters to Blue on the Green
Since we are coming in from Rainy St, we are probably just going to Uber it. While tempting, the scooters to this even seem a little dangerous. We might scooter down to the Park and Uber it back. I guess we could even walk it.
FAQ and what to bring
You can check out KGSR for a complete FAQ Here is the quick rundown. Park and Vendors open at 5:30 and the show starts at 7:00. You can bring Water, blankets, lawn chairs, dogs on leashes, children. You MAY NOT BRING. Glass, alcohol, weapons, fireworks, Styrofoam, and anything else prohibited by the Austin Parks and Recreation Department. There is no smoking. There are two bars, but you can’t take your drink out into the lawn area, you have to drink it in the bar area. NO ATM’s an cashless vending is encouraged.
Who is it the Host of Blues on the Green?
The wonderful radio station KGSR 93.3 is the long time host of Blues on the green. They are one of several really cool radio stations in Austin Texas, the live music capital of the word!
2025 Blue on the Green Lineup
This year blues on the green is also Antone’s 50th Anniversary. Bob Schneider is the headliner on August 5, and Chaparelle headlines August 6.
