Events
October Monthly Gathering
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Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2026
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Time: 6:00 PM
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Location: Rain (145 S St Andrews St, Dothan, AL 36301, Downtown Dothan, AL)
Join us for an unforgettable night of Southern Rock and Blues as Derrick Dove & The Peacekeepers take the stage!
Fresh off the release of their bold new album Burn It Down, the band is blazing a new trail in the Southern Rock scene. Following their critically acclaimed album Rough Time—which topped Blues Album charts in the U.S. and Spain, produced four #1 Blues singles in nine countries, and racked up over 7 million streams—Burn It Down takes things to a whole new level.
🔥 Burn It Down isn’t just an album—it’s an experience. With 10 powerhouse tracks, it’s a journey through life lessons told with the raw energy and soul of Blues Rock. Every song ups the ante, with top-tier songwriting, scorching guitar work, and a sound that cements this band’s place in Blues history.
Wiregrass Blues Challenge
Wiregrass Blues Challenge – Winner Takes All!
1st Annual International Blues Challenge Affiliate – Battle of the Blues Bands
RAIN – 145 S St Andrews St, Dothan, AL 36301
Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM
For Patrons
Immerse yourself in an electrifying all-day blues showcase!
You’ll witness some of the hottest blues acts in the Wiregrass battle it out in a winner-takes-all competition.
This is your chance to see the next blues legend emerge before your very eyes! From soaring guitar riffs to heart-wrenching vocals, every performance brings the thrill of competition and the joy of live blues.
Limited seating — act fast and secure your ticket today!
https://www.wiregrassbluessociety.org/.../wiregrass-blues...
For Competitors
Calling all blues bands and solo acts! You can compete for the honor of representing the Wiregrass on the world stage.
The winner will advance to the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN, January 13–17, 2026, presented by the Alabama Blues Project. Sponsored by the Wiregrass Blues Society.
Benefits of Competing in Memphis:
National recognition from blues fans and industry leaders
Networking with agents, record labels, and fellow musicians
A powerful boost to your music career and credibility
A once-in-a-lifetime chance to perform on legendary Beale Street
Register now!
https://form.jotform.com/252387125999170
Competition fee: https://www.wiregrassbluessociety.org/.../wiregrass-blues...
Learn more at https://www.wiregrassbluessociety.org/ibc-challege.
13th Annual Wiregrass Blues Festival
Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026
Time: Gates open at 2 PM
Meet & Greet 12 PM – 2 PM (VIP ticket holders, sponsors, and special guests)
Where:
The Plant
Featuring:
Crystal Shawanda
Derrick Dove & The Peacekeepers
Jimmy Wooten
Bridget Kelly Band
The Steve Wiggins Band
The 13th Annual Wiregrass Blues Festival
will be held at The Plant in Downtown Dothan, Al,
and will feature:
5 Dynamic Blues Bands
Gumbo Cookoff Competition
Arts & Crafts Vendors
Car Show
Kids Activities
and more...
VIP Tickets $125
Includes: meet & greet invitation,
Artist meet & greet day of, private seating, private bar,
2 drink tickets, and food.
General Admission $25 Advanced $30 @ The Gate
WBS Member Ticket $15 (Deadline Dec 31, 2025)
*Children 12 & Under are FREE with a paying adult.
*Bring Your Lawn Chair
