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SXSW-style event in Davis, CA. It’s like our own version of SXSW in a single weekend, and for a great cause! This event is all ages.

Wristbands allow access into a variety of venues so that fans can choose their own schedule to try and catch as many sets as they desire. Davis Music Festival (DMF) is a three day multi-venue multi-genre live music event showcasing local, regional and touring artists – all to benefit local arts nonprofits. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. The festival takes place rain or shine (tho

ugh we probably will never have to worry about rain on a June day in Davis, CA). Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Lineup and daily schedules are subject to change. Artist cancellation is not grounds for refund. DMF is a production of the Davis Live Music Collective and is presented with generous support of our sponsors, members, individual producers and community partners. PROOF OF VACCINATION AGAINST COVID-19 MUST BE PROVIDED TO ATTEND, NO EXCEPTIONS. DMF is supported, in part, by a grant from the City of Davis Arts & Cultural Affairs program.

06/02/2026

Artist Spotlight: Not Yet, Old Dog

Not Yet, Old Dog is the Santa Cruz/San Francisco-based hard-to-describe indie rock/americana-ish heartfelt and impossible to ignore band of Avery Murphy, Jordan Taylor, Sarah Wild, and Melody Caudill. Their band name, like much of their music, came to them in dream.

Catch them live in less than 3 weeks! DMF presale weekend passes available at Armadillo Music or online at davismusicfest.com

06/01/2026

Presale weekend passes for Davis Music Fest are just $40 right now. That's about $1 per band, which is an INSANE deal.

Weekend passes get you access to all 40+ bands, all 7 stages, and 3 full days of music. From local favorites to touring artists, Davis Music Fest is all about discovering your next favorite band while supporting the next generation of artists through scholarship funds!

Grab your presale weekend pass before prices increase: davismusicfest.com

Davis Music Festival
June 19-21, 2026

05/30/2026

And our 2026 winner of the DJUSD Youth Band Contest is...Home by 5:30!

This talented local group earned their spot on the Davis Music Fest lineup and will be joining more than 40 bands and artists taking over venues throughout downtown Davis in less than a month!

Come cheer on the next generation of local Davis musicians and discover your new favorite band along the way.

Presale tickets are available now at davismusicfest.com

05/27/2026

Artist Spotlight: Rita Hosking Band

Rita Hosking brings timeless country-folk storytelling to Davis Music Fest. With over 20 years of touring and nine albums, her music is rooted in place, voice, and lived experience, brought to life alongside Sean Feder and Bill Dakin in a trio that feels both grounded and quietly powerful.

Tickets at davismusicfest.com

05/26/2026

Artist Spotlight: Fitting

Fitting is a band to watch. Part of the new wave of Sacramento indie rock, they’re carving out a sound that feels both urgent and self-aware, pushing at the edges of what the genre can be.

Presale weekend passes available at davismusicfest.com

05/25/2026

Artist Spotlight: Alicia Huff

Alicia Huff brings her powerhouse vocals to Davis Music Fest. The Sacramento-based artist (also founder of jazz outfit Hayez) blends jazz, soul, and beyond into a sound shaped by deep musical roots and years of experience. Don’t miss her Sunday set.

Tickets at davismusicfest.com

05/22/2026

Artist Spotlight: Megan Slankard & The Wreckage

We’ve been trying to make this happen for years...and it’s finally here! Megan Slankard returns to DMF with her full band, The Wreckage, delivering indie rock with bite, heart, and a healthy dose of chaos. Expect big hooks, sharp lyrics, and the full band energy we’ve been waiting for.

Tickets at davismusicfest.com

05/21/2026

Artist Spotlight: Rituals of Mine

Rituals of Mine brings a genre-bending mix of electronic, alt R&B, and trip-hop to Davis Music Fest. Led by Terra Lopez, the project is known for powerful live performances and deeply introspective songwriting. This year’s set, featuring LabRats, is one to catch.

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05/20/2026

Artist Spotlight: Wet Wreckless

Wet Wreckless is pure Davis energy. This nine-piece collective blends funk, jazz, hip-hop, and jam-band grooves into a high-energy sound they call “funk fusion.” We don’t totally know what it is...we just know it’s fun 😎

PRESALE WEEKEND PASSES: davismusicfest.com

05/19/2026

Artist Spotlight: Marty O'Reilly

You may have seen him before, but never before like this! Marty O’Reilly brings his raw, soulful voice and gritty Americana sound back to Davis, blending folk, blues, and storytelling into a live show that moves from quiet and haunting to wild and electric.

PRESALE WEEKEND PASSES: davismusicfest.com

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