Today, Riverfest FPS (For Pete’s Sake), Dayglo Presents, and Harper House Music Foundation announce the Hudson River Music Festival set for Saturday, June 14 from 11:00am-9:00pm in Croton Point Park. Rooted in the spirit of Toshi and Pete Seeger’s folk picnics, the new festival is set to bring together music lovers, environmental advocates, and families for a vibrant celebration. This all-ages festival will unite people in a gathering fueled by a shared love for the river, music, and activism. From its musical performances to community-driven experiences, the festival embodies the next chapter in a beloved tradition.
Musical acts will include Grahame Lesh & Friends - featuring Rick Mitarotonda (Goose), Oteil Burbridge (Dead & Company, Allman Brothers Band), Taylor Goldsmith, Griffin Goldsmith (Dawes), Rob Barraco (Phil Lesh Quintet), Jennifer Hartswick (Trey Anastasio Band), - Lucius featuring Griffin & Taylor Goldsmith, Madison Cunningham, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Steve Earle & Friends and Jorma Kaukonen (Hot Tuna, Jefferson Airplane). Additional special activities will include the iconic Earthball, Pete & Toshi’s Grove, the Circle of Song, and family friendly performances from the Arm of the Sea Puppet Show and The Rock and Roll Playhouse, as well as the mesmerizing Boat Flotilla, where boats gather along the Hudson River and move in harmony. The festival will provide ASL interpreters for performances.
Tickets are on sale beginning this Friday, April 25, with options for General Admission and VIP. To purchase tickets, view transportation options and more, visit www.hudsonrivermusicfestival.com.
Mitzi Elkes, Hal Cohen, and Roy Volpe, co-founders of RiverFest FPS (For Pete’s Sake) shared, “We started with a vision to bring back a beloved festival to Croton Point Park. Pete Seeger taught us about the power of music to connect people, learn about the environment, and commit to work together for a sustainable planet – as important today as it was fifty years ago.”
"We are super honored to be continuing the magic that was created at Croton Point Park for many years. Given the upheaval in the world, it feels good to have such a solid piece of history return again. We are going to do our very best to do something new and fresh, while also respecting the roots of how this new festival came to be." said Peter Shapiro, Founder of Dayglo Presents.
Steve Sullens, Founder of Harper House Music Foundation shared “Collaborating with Pete and Toshi Seeger’s friends in presenting this event alongside Dayglo has been a labor of love. Our mission of supporting musicians, their music and their legacies is fully aligned with the ethos of this festival, both past and present. We are excited to gather on the Hudson River with so many like-minded folks. Jeremy Tepper would be very proud of all of us!”
Additional Event Highlights include:
Eco-Friendly Commitment: The festival is dedicated to sustainability, with a strong commitment to a Zero Waste future. Attendees will be encouraged to reduce their environmental impact and enjoy a greener, more responsible festival experience.
Family-Friendly Fun: With programs like The Rock and Roll Playhouse, boat-building workshops, and an immersive puppet show, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy.
Pete & Toshi’s Grove: A peaceful space dedicated to honoring the legacies of Pete and Toshi Seeger, this special area invites festival-goers to reflect, reconnect, and share in their vision for a better world through music and activism.
