Musikfest 2026 is turning up the feel-good factor early.
ArtsQuest has announced a first look at next year’s free stage lineup, and two familiar names are already giving this summer soundtrack some serious throwback energy: Sixpence None the Richer and Ryan Cabrera.
It’s easy to forget that there are hundreds of FREE SHOWS at Musikfest every year. In fact, you can head down and not spend a dime and just listen to music. Now, keep in mind each one of these artists gets paid, so doing your part by grabbing an Aw Shucks is par for the course, but you get the idea.
Sixpence None the Richer will perform Friday, July 31 at 9:30 p.m. at Air Products Americaplatz in Bethlehem. The two-time Grammy-nominated band is best known for “Kiss Me,” the dreamy pop hit that became a late-’90s staple and continues to find new fans today. Fans can also expect favorites like “There She Goes,” “Don’t Dream It’s Over” and “Breathe Your Name.”
Ryan Cabrera hits the same stage Friday, August 7 at 7:30 p.m., bringing his signature early-2000s pop-rock sound to Musikfest. The platinum-selling singer-songwriter broke through with “On the Way Down,” “True” and “Shine On,” making him a perfect fit for a warm summer night singalong.
Musikfest 2026 runs July 31 through August 9, with a preview night on July 30. ArtsQuest says more than 300 musical acts will perform across 15 free stages throughout Bethlehem, covering everything from rock and reggae to jazz, indie, pop and polka.
Early Musikfest 2026 Free Stage Highlights
Sixpence None the Richer
Friday, July 31, 9:30 p.m.
Air Products Americaplatz
Best known for the forever-catchy “Kiss Me,” plus “There She Goes,” “Don’t Dream It’s Over” and “Breathe Your Name.”
Ryan Cabrera
Friday, August 7, 7:30 p.m.
Air Products Americaplatz
The early-2000s pop-rock hitmaker behind “On the Way Down,” “True” and “Shine On.”
The Clarks
Pennsylvania rock veterans with more than three decades of guitar-driven songs, loyal fans and alt-country warmth.
John Hollier
A Louisiana-born singer-songwriter bringing rock, soul and alt-country together with a live-band feel.
Palmyra
A Virginia folk-rock trio known for three-part harmonies, acoustic textures and heartfelt songwriting.
The Foxies
Nashville alt-pop with punk energy, big hooks and a live show built for crowd chaos in the best way.
The Warped Band
A returning Musikfest favorite celebrating the sounds of Warped Tour, from pop punk and emo to ska, hardcore and skate punk.
SEE YOU AT MUSIKFEST!
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