Founded in 2021, Jamfest is an annual music festival based in Keene, NH.  Jamfest spotlights local talent as well as headlining performances from beyond the Monadnock Region, including the All Night Boogie Band, Moxie, and Diamond Blues. Learn more about the 2026 festival below!

JAMFEST IS BACK.

Jamfest 2026 will be held at a new location, behind the historic colonial theater in downtown keene, nh on august 8th.

  • This year, we are partnering with the Colonial Performing Arts Center in Downtown Keene, NH to hold Jamfest in the parking lot between their two venues, The Colonial and the Showroom.

  • Nope! This year, Jamfest will be a totally free concert.

  • We are encouraging festival-goers to visit the various restaurants in Downtown Keene. The Colonial will be hosting a beer tent right in front of the Showroom!

  • Parking will be available at the nearby Commercial St lot, as well as street parking along Main St.

  • If you or your local business are interested in becoming a sponsor, you can send us a message here!

  • We have already finalized the 2026 lineup, but accept year round submissions for Jamfest. Send us a message with info on your act here.

People gathered on a grassy hillside for an outdoor event with a small stage and live band, tents, and a lush green background of trees and hills.

OUR SPONSORS

Welnack Dental
Kapiloff
Walpole Bank
BC Construction
 

Event Info

Date August 8th, 2026Saturday
Hours 12pm – 8pmDoors open at noon
Venue The Colonial95 Main St, Keene NH 03431
Admission FreeOpen to all ages

Lineup

12–1pm Parker McQueeney's Doomsday Device
1:20–2:20 Chill Sesh and Friends
2:40–3:40 Saguaro
4–5pm The Evocatives
5:20–6:20 Omoo Omoo
6:30–8pm All Night Boogie Band