Events – New England Americana Association

The New England Americana Fest will return in June 2026 and feature the areas top Americana bands. Until then, please check out some of these events:

Upcoming Events:

Saturday, June 6, 2026 (raindate June 7th)

1:00pm – 8:00pm

Bellforge Arts Center, Medfield, MA

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR A FREE TICKET!

New England Americana Fest returns to the Bellforge grounds for another full day of live music, storytelling, and community celebration. Organized by the New England Americana Association, this free festival brings together beloved regional acts and emerging voices for a vibrant gathering that celebrates the rich traditions and evolving sounds of Americana music.

The day will feature two stages of continuous performances, giving audiences the chance to explore a wide range of artists and musical styles throughout the afternoon and evening.

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 company, and plenty of space to relax and enjoy the music.

Food from Ribpublic BBQ and a full bar will be available on site, with a range of options for purchase.

Additional Details
Free parking on site
Dogs welcome (must be leashed)
Limited seating available — feel free to bring a lawn chair
No outside food or drink

And thanks to our sponsor: Harpoon Brewery!

Saturday, January 31, 2026: Franklin, NH

NEAF NH Presents: Will Hatch & Co., Kier & The Kettle Burners, and Andrew McIntosh at the Waterhorse! More info HERE

Location: Waterhorse Irish Pub, 361 Central St, Franklin, NH 03235

Friday, December 12, 2025:

The New England Americana Songwriter Showcase (Benefit for Boston Children’s Hospital) @ Medford Brewing Company (30 Harvard Ave, Medford, MA)

The New England Americana Fest, the 2025 New England Americana Songwriter Showcase will feature both up and coming artists as well as recognized veteran Americana acts. Performers will be on two stages and include artists like New England Music Awards winners, Kier Byrnes & The Kettle Burners, 2025 Josie Music Awards winner for “Female Country Song of the Year” Elisa Smith, Andrew Mason McIntosh, Billy Dodge Moody, Coywolf Johnson, the displayers, The Lazy Susans, Susan Cattaneo, The Crab Elastic, B.R Lukas, goh, Mike Quinn, Louder Than Milk, Chuck Melchin, former Boston Music Award nominee, Lonely Leesa & The Lost Cowboys! The night begins at 5:00pm and ends around 10pm. This event will help raise funds for the Boston’s Children’s Hospital. No ticket purchase necessary to attend.

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

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 raised 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!