In the depths of summer, Centrum goes deep into the blues. Now in its 30th year, the Port Townsend Acoustic Blues Festival continues to offer a side of the blues that popular culture does not always recognize – its roots! Immerse yourself in a creative community of artists from across the globe who share a passion for early blues traditions and moving the genre forward. Blues week celebrates the music and traditions of African American folk blues, its roots, forerunners, and their stories, while at the same time coming into the future with a new twist on the past. Please join us for a memorable week with some remarkable talent!

Blues in the Clubs is a movable feast of great music in various Fort Worden venues, with each venue operating on a first-come, first served basis. Your wristband is an all-access pass, and we encourage you to move around throughout the evening to gain the full benefit of the clubs experience.