Welcome to the 2026 Summer Waterfront Concert Series! Join Johnson Hall in the beautiful historic district of Gardiner, Maine every Friday night from mid-June to the end of August (6 to 8:30 pm - check the 2026 schedule below) at the Gardiner Waterfront for great music at the Johnson Hall Free Waterfront Concert Series. Every week, a different band is on the beautiful waterfront.
The Summer Waterfront Concert Series is held at Gardiner's Waterfront Park, a scenic area along the Kennebec River that provides a beautiful backdrop for these outdoor events. The series runs during the summer, often starting in late June or early July and continuing through August or early September. Concerts are scheduled once a week on Friday evenings.
The concert series features a variety of musical acts spanning genres such as rock, blues, folk, country, and more. It highlights both local talent and regional musicians, offering attendees a diverse musical experience.
The Gardiner Waterfront Concert Series is designed to be family-friendly, welcoming people of all ages. It’s a great opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy the music, and experience the vibrant atmosphere of Gardiner's waterfront.
These concerts are free to attend, thanks to the support of local businesses, sponsors, and community organizations. Donations are often encouraged to support the continuation of the series.
Free Summer Waterfront Concert Series — 2026 Schedule Every Friday, 6:00–8:00 PM at Gardiner Waterfront
June 26 — Don Campbell Band Maine’s Premiere Country Band
July 3 — The Laura Hudson Project Eclectic song list from the 80s to today
July 10 — Scolded Dogs Funk rock dance music
July 17 — Boogie Mob Soul, funk, jazz vocal group
July 24 — Yard Sauce Acoustic string trio with folk traditions
July 31 — School Street Band Classic rock, pop rock, and rhythm & blues
August 7 — Purgatory Jack Country with a side of rock
August 14 — Jenny Jumpstart & The Cap Guns Dynamic folk & Americana trio
August 21 — Shelby Cobb Introspective indie folk singer & songwriter
August 28 — Angelikah Fahray Alternative R&B singer & songwriter
Free
Bring your camp chairs or picnic blankets and enjoy great live, local music in our beautiful Waterfront Park, featuring food vendors, Maine Trivia, raffle prizes, and more! For a complete list of all the acts, visit our website at www.johnsonhall.org/events.
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