2026 Home Rule Music Festival at the Parks at Walter Reed
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 12:00 -
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 21:00
Event duration 9 hours
2 for 1 VIP Tickets:
USD 156.88
General Admission:
USD 0.00
VIP Tickets:
USD 161.90
About 2026 Home Rule Music Festival at the Parks at Walter Reed
Join us for a free, family friendly celebration featuring go-go and jazz music, food, drink and merch vendors, record fair and live art.
Celebrate five years of culture, community, and sound at the 2026 Home Rule Music Festival at The Parks at Walter Reed!
Produced by the Home Rule Music and Film Preservation Foundation, this free, outdoor festival honors Washington, DC’s rich musical legacy, spotlighting jazz, go-go, funk, hip-hop, soul, and contemporary voices that continue to shape the city’s cultural identity.
Now in its 5th year, the festival has grown into one DC’s premier cultural gatherings, drawing thousands of music lovers, families, creatives, and community leaders for a full day of live performances, connection, and celebration.
🎶 First artists announced:
• Sun Ra Arkestra featuring Marshall Allen
• Chuck Brown Band
• Trouble Funk
• Melanie Charles
…and more artists to be announced soon.
What to Expect:
🎶 Incredible live music from legendary and emerging D.C. artists
🍴 Curated local food vendors showcasing the city’s flavor
🛍️ Merch marketplace featuring local makers and small businesses
🎧 A dynamic Record Fair with vinyl collectors and independent dealers
🎨 Live mural painting and interactive art experiences
👨👩👧👦 A vibrant Kids Zone with family-friendly activities
✨ VIP Experience with premium viewing and lounge access
Whether you’re a lifelong D.C. resident or new to the city, the 2026 Home Rule Music Festival is your invitation to experience the sounds, stories, and spirit of Washington—past, present, and future.
Free and open to the public.
Events Schedule
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 12:00
Saturday, June 20, 2026, 21:00
Event Categories
Local Festivals
Music Concerts
Entertainment Events
Community Connections
Home Rule Music and Film Preservation Foundation
https://www.hrmfdc.org/
702 Kennedy St NW.
The Home Rule Music & Film Preservation Foundation is a Washington, D.C.–based nonprofit 501(c)(3) multimedia arts and education organization dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and advancing the city’s rich music and film heritage. Through live performance, documentary filmmaking, oral history projects, public education, and community-centered events, the Foundation uplifts local artists, documents cultural history, and creates meaningful opportunities for learning, creative expression, and cultural connection. Founded in 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic by Michael Bernstein and Charvis Campbell, the organization emerged in response to a critical moment for artists, cultural institutions, and community spaces across the District. At a time when live performance had largely disappeared and many creative voices were at risk of being lost or silenced, Home Rule was established to ensure that D.C.’s musical and cultural legacy would continue to be documented, supported, and shared. Our work reflects a deep commitment to equity, artistic excellence, and cultural preservation, ensuring that the stories, sounds, and creative contributions of Washington, D.C. are honored and sustained for future generations.