Big Howdy Bluegrass Showcase Featuring: Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer

Big Howdy presents its monthly bluegrass showcase with special guests Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer, two-time GRAMMY Award winners known for close harmonies and highly skilled acoustic musicianship. Their spirited Americana performances draw from classic country, western swing, bluegrass, old-time music, and contemporary folk, with instrumentation including guitar, banjo, ukulele, mandolin, and more.

The evening is hosted by Big Howdy, a Washington, D.C.-based progressive bluegrass band featuring Dede Wyland, Randy Barrett, Ira Gitlin, and Tom McLaughlin. The group combines original material with fresh interpretations of classic country, bluegrass, and roots songs.

When: Saturday, December 5, 2026

Showtimes: The event runs from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., with the showcase beginning at 5:00 p.m.

Tickets: $22. Tickets are available through Eventbrite and at the door if still available.

Lineup: Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer, featuring vocals and acoustic instrumentation including guitar, banjo, ukulele, and mandolin; hosted by Big Howdy.

Big Howdy: Dede Wyland performs vocals and guitar; Randy Barrett performs vocals, banjo, and guitar; Ira Gitlin performs vocals and bass; and Tom McLaughlin performs vocals, mandolin, and guitar.

Venue: Hank Dietle’s Tavern, 11010 Rockville Pike, Rockville, Maryland 20852.

Schedule: Big Howdy hosts a showcase featuring a special guest on the first Saturday of each month.