New England Americana Association

Events

Upcoming Events:

TBA

Past Events:

The New England Americana Festival has hosted shows in venues such as Oberon, Club Passim, Winthrop Park, Tommy Doyle’s (Formerly House of Blues), Church and Charlie’s Kitchen over the years. Recent events also include:

Sunday, June 29, 2025

The 2025 New England Americana Fest is an open-air celebration of roots, rhythm, and regional talent across the Americana spectrum. Bellforge Arts Center, in Medfield, MA, welcomed the return of the New England Americana Fest on Sunday, June 29, with an all-day lineup of genre-spanning performances that highlight the richness and diversity of Americana music. Hosted in partnership with the New England Americana Association, this free festival brings together beloved local acts and emerging voices for a vibrant day of live music and community connection. This year’s event featured two stages of continuous music, giving audiences the chance to explore a wide range of sounds throughout the day.

The 2025 lineup included:

Kier Byrnes & The Kettle Burners · Sam Reid and The Riot Act · Comanchero · Fauxmenco · Jimmy Ryan’s Wooden Leg · Zion Rodman · Molly Pinto Madigan · Sunfisher · Damian & The Displayers · Elisa Smith · Nate Perry & Ragged Company · Wayward Vine · Other Brother Darryl · Dirt Road Souls

Blending folk, country, bluegrass, blues, and beyond, the festival offers something for every music lover. Whether you’re discovering new artists or catching longtime favorites, the day promises great tunes, good vibes, and plenty of space to relax and enjoy.

Food from Pollard’s Texas Que and a full bar was on site, with a range of options available for purchase.

Free admission and free parking is available.
Dogs welcome (must be leashed)
Limited seating available — feel free to bring a lawn chair
There is a bar onsite, but please, no outside food or drinks.

Thursday, December 19, 2024

The 2024 New England Americana Fest featured a who’s who of Americana bands playing on two stages (including New England Music Awards winners, Kier Byrnes & The Kettle Burners, as well as several 2024 Boston Music Award nominees such as Elisa Smith, Nate Perry and Ragged Company and Boston Music Award Winners, Other Brother Darryl).  Sponsored by Nick’s House of Pizza, this concert rasied just over $2,000 for the Boston’s Children’s Hospital.

Listen to the bands who performed at the 2024 New England Americana Fest HERE!