Lineup Announced for Inaugural Hudson River Music Festival

Festival set to take place this June in Croton-on-Hudson, NY paying homage to the Clearwater Festival.

The Clearwater Festival many will remember as a music and environmental summer festival and America's oldest and largest annual festival of its kind. This unique event has hosted over 15,000 people on a weekend in June for more than three decades.

Also See: 5 Great Hudson Valley Parks for Your Family Picnics

The festival was always a celebration for the Hudson River, featuring singer-songwriters, performers and musicians offering fun with a purpose – a diverse mix of contemporary, traditional and American Roots music, dance, family-oriented entertainment and storytelling. In addition to music and dance, a juried craft show, Green Living Expo, working waterfront, environmental education sites, and a "circle of song" featuring audience participation fill out the weekend's schedule. I remember going with family to the Clearwater Festival in the 80s and being right down front watching the legendary Pete Seger. Was so much fun!

Inaugural Hudson River Music Festival Set for Croton Point Park

A similar festival is set to take place, rooted in the spirit of Pete and Toshi Seeger. The Hudson River Music Festival is a joyful, all-ages gathering that unites music, community, and environmental action. Fueled by a shared love for the river, it’s a soulful celebration of nature, activism, and the next chapter in a beloved tradition. The inaugural Hudson River Music Festival is set for Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Croton Point Park in Croton-on-Hudson, New York. (The same spot where the annual Clearwater Festival was held.)

Featured Performers

Grahame Lesh & Friends
A supergroup featuring Grahame Lesh (son of Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh), Rick Mitarotonda, Oteil Burbridge, Rob Barraco, and Jennifer Hartswick.Relix Media

Lucius
The acclaimed indie-pop band, joined by Dawes’ Griffin and Taylor Goldsmith.

Steve Earle & Friends
The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter brings his Americana sound to the festival.

Preservation Hall Jazz Band
A legendary ensemble from New Orleans known for their vibrant jazz performances.Hudson River Park

Jorma Kaukonen
The renowned guitarist and founding member of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna.

Get our free mobile app

Additional artists include Madison Cunningham, Rick Mitarotonda, Oteil Burbridge, Rob Barraco, and Jennifer Hartswick. The festival is organized by RiverFest FPS (For Pete’s Sake), Dayglo Presents, and the Harper House Music Foundation. Tickets on sale this Friday, April 25 at hudsonrivermusicfestival.com

15 Most Disastrous Music Festivals in History

Here are some of the most disastrous music festivals in history, many of which proved unacceptably arduous for attendees, but a handful of others that unfortunately turned tragic. You might remember many of these instances — others you may not know about yet. Keep reading to find out.

Gallery Credit: Philip Trapp

Hilarious 80’s Images from the Jefferson Valley Mall in Westchester

Wherever, there is money to be made, clever marketing will follow and the Jefferson Valley Mall had it in the 80’s. The mall had become the setting of a Westchester, NY cable access TV show called “What’s in Store.” The products, fashion and mall culture were on display. Frank McNanty and Debbie Weiner were the hosts, and thanks to Youtube, these videos are still available today. These are Some of the Most Hilarious Images from The Jefferson Valley Mall in the 80’s.

Gallery Credit: Lou Milano

Source: Lineup Announced for Inaugural Hudson River Music Festival

Filed Under: Westchester County

Categories: Concerts