Folsom Americana Music Fest proceeds benefit the foundation’s programming that offers high caliber workshops, concerts and educational events to youth and our community with a focus on our uniquely American musical heritage.
Showcasing special guests from around the United States and regional musicians from genres including roots country, bluegrass, rockabilly, and folk, this event will capture the pulse of a highly popular music market in Northern California.
AMERICAN LEGEND
A Tribute to Johnny Cash's Life in Song
June 13, 2026 7p
Zittel Family Amphitheater
Featuring a star-studded musician lineup - Kevin Marcy, Sunny Mitchell, Anthony Caserta, Tom Proulx, Geoffrey Miller, Lizzy Malekos, Bella Lazaro, Karissa Carleton, Marshall Goins, JJ Flores AND including eight Wildwood Performing Arts Foundation young artists.
SWEETHEARTS & STORYTELLERS
Trailblazing Country Music Hosted by The Wildwood Roses
July 11, 2026 7p
Headliner: Kristen Brown (finalist on The Voice), featuring Mae McCoy and her Neon Stars (Western Swing and Honky Tonk), The Wildwood Roses (Country Roots Harmony), and special opener and Wildwood Performing Arts Foundation young artist is Grace Emeline.
Announcing the return of a signature foundation program, Project Heart Beat: Youth Poetry in Song with special guests Cynthia Renee and JB.
HONKY TONK HIGHWAYS
A Salute to the Heroes of California Country Music
August 8, 2026 7p
HONKY TONK HIGHWAYS showcases the artists you know and love and their deep connection to our own community. From Buck Owens to Dwight Yoakam, Linda Ronstadt, Ritchie Valens, Merle Haggard and more, you'll be singing and dancing the night away to some of the most spectacular music from our great state of California by many of the most gifted artists in our region. Hosted by the incomparable Peter Petty himself and featuring Geoffrey Miller, Socorro E Carrillo-Lopez, Danny Morris, Sunny Mitchell, Kevin Marcy, Todd Morgan, Flyin' Eugene Flowers, Marshall Goins, Steve French, Caroline Fairchild, Matt Dudman, Lizzy Malekos and Bella Lazaro. Conceived in association with Geoffrey Miller Music.
PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO EXTREME HEAT AND TO PROTECT OUR PATRONS, VOLUNTEERS, STAFF AND MUSICIANS, WE HAVE MOVED THE EVENT TO AN INDOOR VENUE IN HISTORIC FOLSOM.
EAGLES HALL: 215 Scott St, Folsom, CA 95630
Venue entrance is located inside the parking lot and faces east.
LINEUP ANNOUNCEMENT FOR AUGUST 8, HONKY TONK HIGHWAYS:
6:55p: Welcome Announcement
7p: Young Artist Band - American River Riot
7:15p: Honky Tonk Highways
GENERAL FAQs:
GENERAL ADMISSION FOR AUGUST 8: Seating will now be provided. No lawn chairs or low-backed chairs necessary.
NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL.
PARKING AT EAGLES HALL FOR VIP GUESTS ONLY. All other patrons please use the parking lots or garages located around the Historic District.
FOOD AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT THE VENUE. No outside food please. Water permitted.
Includes :Reserved seating1- drink ticketBranded bracelet
Price and availability may vary
Seating now included!
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