Eastport a Rockin’ 2026

1 Day • 4 Stages • 40 Bands • 40 Bucks

June 27th

Created in 1997 as a way to expose local music to a larger audience, Eastport a Rockin’ draws attendees from throughout the Eastport neighborhood and across the greater Annapolis area. It has become known as the local music festival of the summer.

🎶 The Music

We’ll have 40 bands across four stages, featuring many returning favorites alongside exciting new acts. The Eastport Oyster Boys remain the only band to have performed at all 29 festivals — and this year we’re celebrating their 30th anniversary.

Returning Artists Include:

• Grilled Lincolns
• Sweet Leda
• Luke Borchelt
• Skribe
• Leo & Cygnus
• Honey Sol
• All You Need
• Dean Rosenthal
• Shelby Morgan
• Madisun Bailey
• Kelly Bell Band
• Michael McHenry Tribe
• Eastport Oyster Boys
• MR VCR
• Troll Tribe
• And many more

New to the EAR Stage:

• Jah Works
• MIGGS
• ILYAIMY
• John Haywood
• Lynn Hollyfield
• The Ryan Keith Band
• Pretty War
• Big Thicket
• And other exciting additions

As always, our mission is to showcase the talented musicians of our vibrant region and their original music. Many artists on the 2026 lineup will be releasing new music around the time of the festival. June 27th will be the perfect opportunity to connect with them and hear about their latest work.

📍 Location

Set against the unbeatable waterfront backdrop surrounding the Annapolis Maritime Museum and Horn Point Harbor Marina on Back Creek, this daylong festival captures the spirit of Annapolis’ historic maritime district of Eastport.

🍴 Food & Beverages

Enjoy a wide variety of festival favorites, including:

• Local seafood
• BBQ
• Shave ice
• And more

Beverage options include domestic and craft beers, along with a full range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic selections.

🎟️ Ticket Information

Gate Pricing:

• $40 General Admission
• $200 VIP
• Free for children 12 and under

Discounts are available online for advance purchases.

🤝 Get Involved

Volunteer:
In addition to the good feeling you get from helping raise money for some really important charities, you receive free admission, a super-cool one of a kind t-shirt, free food and beverages, and more.  We can also provide paperwork for high school schoolers and others who need service/volunteer hours. And most importantly, you get to have FUN! If you are interested in joining our crew, click below to let us know and we will be in touch soon! 

https://eastportarockin.com/volunteers/ 

Become a Sponsor:
https://forms.gle/gYYENaikYwygmAZG71

We cannot do what we do without our sponsors. Every dollar raised through sponsorship directly increases the amount we can donate to local charities. Sponsorship opportunities come in many shapes and sizes, and we are happy to design a custom package that maximizes value for your organization while supporting meaningful community causes.

Learn more about sponsorship opportunities:
https://eastportarockin.com/sponsor/

Be a Vendor:

Vendors are a vital part of Eastport a Rockin’. They create the street atmosphere that makes it such a fun event. Shop small. Live local. Be a Vendor!

https://eastportarockin.com/vendor/

❤️ Benefiting Local Charities

Proceeds from Eastport a Rockin’ support deserving local organizations including:

• The Annapolis Maritime Museum
• Annapolis Musicians Fund for Musicians (AMFM)
• Eastport Volunteer Fire Company
• Eastport Elementary School
• Annapolis Middle School
• Back Creek Water Testing 
• Other local charities and community initiatives

🐾 Festival Policies

• Dogs are welcome (must be leashed)
• Strollers are welcome
• No coolers
• No outside food or beverages