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Newport Folk Festival

July 25 - 27, 2025

The Newport Folk Festival 2025 is a celebration of the diverse, eclectic, and ever-evolving world of multi-genre music. From July 25th to 27th, this iconic event will once again transform Fort Adams State Park in Newport, Rhode Island into a vibrant, inclusive, and utterly captivating musical playground. Embracing the rich tapestry of gospel, singer-songwriter, lo-fi, rock, contemporary-country, old-time-music, r&b, indie-folk, soul, indie, country-rock, folk-pop, songwriter, post-punk, singer, storytelling, rap, country-gospel, hip-hop, folk, slacker-rock, pop, j-indie, bluegrass, alt-country, americana, southern-soul, noise-rock, american-roots-music, singer-songwriter-pop, country, new-americana, indie-pop, funk, jazz, psychedelic-rock, folk-rock, alternative-folk, electronic-rock, pow-wow, rock-'n'-roll, dance-punk, alternative-country, experimental-rock, spoken-word, traditional, alternative-rock, indie-rock, modern-country-rock, alternative, roots-rock, bounce, alternative-emo, blues, afrobeat, synth-pop, acousmatic, and soft-rock, this festival is a true haven for music enthusiasts of all tastes and sensibilities. Headlined by the likes of Hurray for the Riff Raff, I'm With Her, and Jack Antonoff, the Newport Folk Festival 2025 promises a weekend of unparalleled musical experiences, from intimate songwriter showcases to electrifying main stage performances. The festival's unique atmosphere, fostered by a tightknit community of passionate fans, celebrates the raw, the authentic, and the transformative power of music. Whether you're drawn to the soulful storytelling of Jeff Tweedy, the indie-folk stylings of Kim Deal, or the genre-blurring artistry of the lineup, the Newport Folk Festival 2025 will leave an indelible mark on your musical journey.

The Newport Folk Festival returns to Newport, Rhode Island from July 25-27, 2025, featuring an impressive lineup of 73 artists spanning rock, folk, indie, alternative, and pop genres. Headliners include Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Luke Combs, Public Enemy, Iron & Wine, Maren Morris, and Jeff Tweedy, alongside notable acts like Big Freedia, Jack Antonoff, Kim Deal, Waxahatchee, and Mt. Joy. The festival showcases both established legends like Kenny Loggins and Mary Chapin Carpenter and rising stars across the folk and indie music spectrum. With artists representing seven countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Nigeria, this three-day event offers diverse musical experiences for folk and alternative music enthusiasts.