KBCZ Music Fest 2026: What to Know Before You Go
For one Saturday afternoon, the volunteer station that carries Boulder Creek's own programming trades the airwaves for a live stage under the redwoods. KBCZ Music Fest returns to Garrahan Park on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 2 to 7:30 p.m. It's an easygoing afternoon of live bands and the main fundraiser for KBCZ, the listener-supported community station at 89.3 FM. Tickets are on the festival's Eventbrite listing, and it's worth confirming the current lineup and details with KBCZ before you head over.
The basics
- When: Saturday, August 29, 2026, 1 to 7 p.m.
- Where: Garrahan Park, Boulder Creek
- Cost: see the Eventbrite listing for current ticket prices
What to expect
It's an afternoon of live bands on an outdoor stage at Garrahan Park, put on by and for the KBCZ community. It's the kind of small local festival where you'll spend as much time greeting neighbors as watching the stage.
The lineup shifts year to year, so check KBCZ's channels for who's playing in 2026.
Coming with kids
It's an outdoor concert in a park, which makes for an easygoing, all-ages afternoon. Bring what you'd bring to any outdoor show with kids, and plan for sun and warmth in late August.
Tickets
Tickets are sold through Eventbrite. For a fundraiser like this, buying ahead is the safe move, and it's worth confirming whether any will be available at the gate.
Parking and getting there
Garrahan Park has limited on-site parking, and Highway 9 runs right through town, so give yourself extra time. If you live close, walking or biking saves the hunt for a spot. Follow any event parking directions on the day.
What to bring
A low chair or blanket, sun protection, and water. Bring cash for anything your ticket doesn't cover, and pack a layer for when the afternoon cools off under the redwoods.
Who it supports
The festival comes from KBCZ, Boulder Creek's volunteer-run community radio station, and it's the station's signature fundraiser. Your ticket helps keep local radio on the air, including the community and emergency information the station provides.
Make an afternoon of it
Garrahan Park sits close to downtown, so it's easy to fold the festival into a longer day. See where to eat in Boulder Creek before or after, and check what else is open in town.
Details change; confirm the date, lineup, and tickets with KBCZ and the Eventbrite listing before you go. Something off here? Tell us. Last reviewed: 2026-07-22.
