The New England Americana Association is a community based organization, seeking to serve as a catalyst for artists in the New England music scene by promoting the diverse musical styles that make up Americana as well as other Americana-adjacent music including (but not limited to) Folk, Country, Celtic, Polka, Alt Country, Bluegrass and Blues.
THE 2025 NEW ENGLAND AMERICANA FEST
JUNE 28, 2025
Bellforge Arts Center, Medfield, MA
Admission: Free and open to the public. Sign up and get more event updates HERE.
The 2025 New England Americana Fest is an open-air celebration of roots, rhythm, and regional talent across the Americana spectrum.
Event Overview
Bellforge Arts Center welcomes the return of the New England Americana Fest on Saturday, June 28, 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 will feature two stages of continuous music, giving audiences the chance to explore a wide range of sounds throughout the day.
The 2025 lineup includes:
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.
Free parking is available.
Food trucks and a full bar will be on site, with a range of options available for purchase.
Full set times and vendor details to be announced soon.
History
The New England Americana Fest was first held in 2007, put together by the New England Americana Association, a committee of volunteers consisting of music journalists, radio personalities, talent buyers and other general Americana music enthusiasts. Like many things, the festival was paused for a few years due to the pandemic and other factors, but was relaunched in 2024.
Here is a by not-complete list of acts who have performed as part of the New England Americana Association events over the years (links are to their Spotify pages):
- Abbie Barrett
- Audrey Ryan
- Brian Carroll
- Comanchero
- Coyote Kolb
- Dan Blakeslee
- Danielle Miraglia
- Dave Sammarco Band
- Dennis Brennan
- Dietrich Strause
- Elisa Smith
- Eric Royer’s One Man Band
- Erin Harpe & The Delta Swingers
- Glenn Yoder & The Western States
- Jeff Byrd & Dirty Finch
- Jeff Conley
- Jimmy Ryan & Hayride
- Kier Byrnes & The Kettle Burners
- Kingsley Flood
- Mallett Brothers
- Nate Perry & Ragged Company
- Oldjack
- Other Brother Darryl
- Patrick Coman
- Robby Roadsteamer
- Roy Sludge
- Sam Reid & The Riot Act
- Sarah Blacker
- Sarah Borges
- Susan Cattaneo Band
- Three Day Threshold
- The Bean Pickers Union
- The Rationales
- The Whiskey Boys
- Tigerman Woah!
- Tony Savarino & The Savtones
- Treat Her Right
- Will Dailey