International Blues Challenge (IBC)
Category: Event Calendar
Date and Time
- Tue, Jan 13, 2026 - Sat, Jan 17, 2026
Location
Multiple clubs on Beale Street.
Details
The International Blues Challenge is the world’s premier blues competition, bringing emerging artists from around the globe to Memphis for an unforgettable week of music, discovery, and celebration on historic Beale Street. Presented by The Blues Foundation, the IBC showcases the next generation of blues talent—solo, duo, and band performers—competing for top honors, industry opportunities, and worldwide recognition. Join us as we keep the blues alive and witness “the next big thing” take the stage.
