Rocky Mount Fest: An Insider’s Guide (2026)
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Enjoy live music from more than a dozen bands, browse local artisan goods and savor a variety of delicious eats at this free community celebration.
2026 Details & Schedule
Where and When is Rocky Mount Fest 2026?
Rocky Mount Fest 2026 is a free outdoor music and arts festival organized by Lover’s Rock Productions with more than a dozen bands, local vendors and food trucks.
When: Saturday, Sept. 19, from 3 to 10 p.m.
Where: Downtown Rocky Mount
Cost: Free admission
More Info: rockymountva.org
2026 Rocky Mount Fest Band Schedule
Farmer’s Market – Main Stage
Kam’ron Smith featuring Annalyse Marie & Bryson Quick – 3-4 p.m.
Phat Laces – 4:40-5:50 p.m.
Supafly Five – 6:30-7:50 p.m.
Crawford & Power – 8:30-10 p.m.
The Harvester
Franklin Station – 3-4 p.m.
Jerome Claytor & Touch of Class – 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Gypsy Nix – 6:10-7:20 p.m.
Colby Helms & the Virginia Creepers – 8-9:20 p.m.
Mobile Stage
In The Meantime – 3:10-4:10 p.m.
Phat Anchovies – 4:50-5:50 p.m.
Solacoustix – 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Darkside Experience – 8:10-9:40 p.m.
Iron Furnace Stage
Sugarbush – 3-3:50 p.m.
Down from Cahas – 4:25-5:15 p.m.
Kerosene Willy – 5:50-6:40 p.m.
Last Call Party Band – 7:15-8:15 p.m.
Jerry Wimmer’s Bottom of the Barrel – 8:50-10 p.m.
Is Rocky Mount Fest Free?
Yes! Admission to Rocky Mount Fest 2026 is completely free for everyone.
Is Crawford & Power Playing at Rocky Mount Fest?
Yes! Franklin County Natives Crawford & Power will perform at the 2026 Rocky Mount Fest.
Can I Stroll Downtown With Alcohol During Rocky Mount Fest?
Yes. Along with great music and local vendors, the festival also features a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA), which allows guests 21 and over to take an alcoholic drink purchased from one of the local brick and mortar establishments that hold an ABC license and explore the festival. Beverages taken from the establishments must be in a clear cup with the restaurants logo displayed on it and there will be no outside food, drink or coolers permitted into the festival perimeter. Please drink responsibly!
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