Boston & beyond music festivals for 2026

The line-ups for music festivals in Boston and beyond have begun to roll out, featuring music for all tastes.

The big missing festivals this year are Boston Calling, which is taking a year off, though has already nailed down June 4-6, 2027 for its return. Also Freshgrass returns to North Adams on Sept. 24-26, 2027.

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2026 music festivals

The Town & The City Festival (Lowell) on April 30-May 2

Takes place in numerous venues across town, highlights music and the arts.

Green River Music Festival (Greenfield) on June 19-21

Solid Sound (North Adams, MASS MoCA) on June 26-28

Art, music, and comedy festival that takes over the MASS MoCA campus every other year. The band Wilco is the force behind this festival.

Levitate Music & Arts Festival (Marshfield Fairgrounds) on July 18-19

Feel-good festival known for its jam and reggae acts, but also newcomer musicians, live art work, a creators’ market, and more. We love that you can bring folding chairs and take a load off your feet to enjoy the music.

Nice, a fest 2026 (Davis Square, Somerville) on July 24-26

All ages festival; line-up to come.

Breakaway Music Festival (Worcester, indoors and outside) on Aug. 21-22

Electronic dance music extravaganza, has versions across the country.

Past 2026 festivals….

Something in the Way (at Roadrunner in Boston) on Jan. 31-Feb. 1

Indoor indie/emo festival headlined by Sunny Day Real Estate and Explosions in the Sky, with Momma, Horse Jumper of Love, and more. Tickets available for one or both days.