The 1st Annual New Canaan Music Festival will be held at The New Canaan Nature Center on Saturday September 19th 2026. This event will bring the community together to enjoy great live music and family fun. The New Canaan Music Festival presented by Michael-Louis Smith Music in partnership with the New Canaan Nature Center and will feature 10 bands on two stages and include a kids music concert and other fun activities for families. The event will also have a festival village which will include food trucks, beverages, festival merchandise, and other vendors.

The New Canaan Nature Center is located at 144 Oenoke Ridge, New Canaan, CT. Gates will open Saturday September 19th at 11am, music will begin at 12pm and performances will go until 10pm. This event is rain or shine and guests are encouraged to bring a portable chair. There will be no overnight camping permitted. Tickets are available at www.newcanaanmusicfestival.com, guests are encouraged to register for their tickets early as space is limited.

Please visit our Website for tickets, updates and announcements.

For information about sponsorship packages, vendor opportunities and all other inquiries please contact Festival Director Michael-Louis Smith at director@newcanaanmusicfest@gmail.com. To make a tax-deductible donation to the first annual New Canaan Music Festival please visit our website.