Michael Hearne's Big Barn Dance Music Festival
- Dates
- Expected September 2027
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- Red Willow Park
- Price
- $75 to $205
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 19, 2026
The last Michael Hearne's Big Barn Dance Music Festival was September 10 to 12, 2026, in Taos, NM. Its 2027 dates haven't been announced yet. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
Michael Hearne's Big Barn Dance Music Festival is a long-running Americana, country, folk and bluegrass gathering in Taos, New Mexico, now in its 24th year. Centered on community dancing under a large tent and covered dance floors at Red Willow Park, it is known for an intimate, listening-room atmosphere set against the surrounding mountain scenery.
What people love
Attendees describe a warm, community feel with great music and friendly people, and value the relaxed pace and scenic Taos setting.
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Listen
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Lineup
Here's who played in 2026:
Photos from the festival
Getting there
Nearest airport SAF.
How do I get to Michael Hearne's Big Barn Dance Music Festival?
By car
Most people drive to Michael Hearne's Big Barn Dance Music Festival. The nearest major airport is SAF, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🅿 Parking
General attendees use downtown Taos street and public-lot parking around the Plaza/Paseo del Pueblo area. Red Willow Park is in the walkable town core (taos.org's event page notes restaurants, lodging and shops are 'just a short walk away from the festival grounds'). No cost, prepay platform, or official overflow/rideshare zone is published anywhere for this festival; arrive early on festival days.
🚙 Car hire
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Where
Venue
Red Willow Park
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Michael Hearne's Big Barn Dance Music Festival?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Budget stays 2
1333 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates1347 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesMid-range hotels 5
125 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates233 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates229 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates413 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates412 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesMore hotels nearby 3
615 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571
Link coming soon1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571
Link coming soon317 Kit Carson Rd, Taos, NM 87571
Link coming soonAirbnb & private camping
Taos is a heavy short-term-rental market (historic-district casitas and adobes cluster within walking distance of the Plaza/Red Willow Park), and mid-September is high season in northern New Mexico with aspen color approaching, book early for the festival weekend.
Search AirbnbThe festival itself offers NO camping in 2026 ('Due to changes in festival insurance coverage, we are unable to provide camping, even through another coordinator', official FAQ), which makes Hipcamp's private-land camping/glamping around Taos (mesa sites, farm stays, Rio Grande gorge-area land) the natural substitute for attendees who came expecting to camp. Sites are a drive from downtown, not walkable, which pairs with the car-hire recommendation above. Directory URL is live as of August 2026.
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Accessibility & comfort
What the organizer or venue publishes about getting around, and what they do not.
The FAQ has an ADA question. There is a designated accessible parking lot, first come first served, in front of the Taos Center for the Arts at 133 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte; if it is full you can use the same entrance for drop off and pick up by telling security.
Read the full notes
People with physical disabilities or needing special assistance to get inside are asked to report to the VIP Entrance. Accessible parking and seating are both first come first served, so the organizer advises arriving early.
Seating is provided under the main tent. There is no camping in 2026. Nothing is published about ground surface, accessible toilets or companion tickets.
Confirm your specific needs with the organizer's access team before you travel.
Checked 2026-09-03 · source
Pricing
Price history and tiers
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Quick answers
When is Michael Hearne's Big Barn Dance Music Festival 2027?
Not announced yet. The last festival was September 10 to 12, 2026. The next one is expected in September.
How much are Michael Hearne's Big Barn Dance Music Festival tickets?
$75 to $205 per person were the 2026 edition's prices. 2027 tickets are not on sale yet; prices will be confirmed when they go on sale.
Where is Michael Hearne's Big Barn Dance Music Festival held?
Red Willow Park, Taos, NM.