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Upcoming Events:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Saturday, June 6, 202<\/strong>6 (raindate June 7th)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1:00pm – 8:00pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bellforge Arts Center, Medfield, MA<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR A FREE TICKET!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blending folk, country, bluegrass, blues, and beyond, the festival offers something for every music lover. Whether you\u2019re discovering new artists or catching longtime favorites, the day promises great tunes, good company, and plenty of space to relax and enjoy the music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Food from Ribpublic BBQ and a full bar will be available on site, with a range of options for purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additional Details<\/strong>
Free parking on site
Dogs welcome (must be leashed)
Limited seating available \u2014 feel free to bring a lawn chair
No outside food or drink<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 2026 lineup includes the following bands:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kier Byrnes & The Kettle Burners<\/a> \u00b7 Tigerman WOAH!<\/a> \u00b7 Comanchero<\/a> \u00b7 Damian & The Displayers<\/a> \u00b7 Elisa Smith<\/a> \u00b7 Regals<\/a> \u00b7 Nate Perry & Ragged Company<\/a> \u00b7 Other Brother Darryl<\/a> \u00b7 Consuelo\u2019s Revenge<\/a> \u00b7 Dirt Road Souls<\/a> \u00b7 berm<\/a> \u00b7 Autumn Hollow<\/a> \u00b7 Beware the Dangers of a Ghost Scorpion<\/a> \u00b7 Jennifer Tefft & The Strange<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

FOR MORE DETAILS ON BANDS, CLICK HERE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

And lastly, thanks to our sponsors for supporting the fest and the community:\u00a0Harpoon Brewery<\/a>,\u00a0Hemlock Ink<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Mark Skin Radio<\/a>.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Past Events:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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New Hampshire Showcase: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saturday, January 31, 2026: Franklin, NH <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

NEAF NH Presents: Will Hatch & Co., Kier & The Kettle Burners, and Andrew McIntosh at the Waterhorse! More info HERE<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location: Waterhorse Irish Pub<\/a>, 361 Central St, Franklin, NH 03235<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Friday, December 12, 2025<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The New England Americana Songwriter Showcase (Benefit for Boston Children’s Hospital) <\/strong>@ Medford Brewing Company (30 Harvard Ave, Medford, MA)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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,<\/a> 2025 Josie Music Awards winner for “Female Country Song of the Year” Elisa Smith<\/a>, Andrew Mason McIntosh<\/a>, Billy Dodge Moody<\/a>, Coywolf Johnson, the displayers<\/a>, The Lazy Susans<\/a>, Susan Cattaneo<\/a>, The Crab Elastic, B.R Lukas, goh, Mike Quinn, Louder Than Milk<\/a>, Chuck Melchin, former Boston Music Award nominee, Lonely Leesa & The Lost Cowboys<\/a>! 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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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:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sunday, June 29, 202<\/strong>5<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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\u2019s event featured two stages of continuous music, giving audiences the chance to explore a wide range of sounds throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 2025 lineup included:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kier Byrnes & The Kettle Burners<\/a> \u00b7 Sam Reid and The Riot Act<\/a> \u00b7 Comanchero<\/a> \u00b7 Fauxmenco<\/a> \u00b7 Jimmy Ryan\u2019s Wooden Leg<\/a> \u00b7 Zion Rodman<\/a> \u00b7 Molly Pinto Madigan<\/a> \u00b7 Sunfisher<\/a> \u00b7 Damian & The Displayers<\/a> \u00b7 Elisa Smith<\/a> \u00b7 Nate Perry & Ragged Company<\/a> \u00b7 Wayward Vine<\/a> \u00b7 Other Brother Darryl<\/a> \u00b7 Dirt Road Souls<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blending folk, country, bluegrass, blues, and beyond, the festival offers something for every music lover. Whether you\u2019re discovering new artists or catching longtime favorites, the day promises great tunes, good vibes, and plenty of space to relax and enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Thursday, December 19, 2024<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>, as well as several 2024 Boston Music Award nominees such as Elisa Smith<\/a>, Nate Perry and Ragged Company <\/a>and Boston Music Award Winners, Other Brother Darryl<\/a>).  Sponsored by Nick’s House of Pizza<\/a>, this concert raised just over $2,000 for the Boston’s Children’s Hospital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Listen to the bands who performed at the 2024 New England Americana Fest HERE!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n