Portland, OR — Easyfolk Fest is back for its third annual celebration of Portland’s rich music scene, running Friday September 18th through Saturday September 19th, 2026, at The Dolores Winningstad Theatre, with performances from some of the most beloved and buzzworthy artists in the region.
Easyfolk Fest Returns to Portland
for a Soul-Stirring Musical Weekend
“This lineup is bursting with heart, harmony,
and a little bit of magic,” says founder Joe Sanchez. “We can’t wait for audiences to experience these artists the way they were meant to be heard—live, loud, and full of love. ”
2026 Lineup Highlights
This year’s lineup brings together standout artists from across the folk spectrum.
Get lost in Rebecca McDade’s warm, wondering lyrics.
Rejoice in the delightfully playful pop of Kenzy Peach.
Reminisce with Jason Lenyer Buchanan’s Americana storytelling.
Drift off into the ethereal sounds of Essie and The Hum.
Let Idea the Artist wake you with dancehall electricity.
Nod along knowingly to Liney Blu’s fearless introspection.
Bask in Mitch Whitaker’s quiet precision.
Idea
the Artist
Kenzy Peach
Essie and
The Hum
Liney
Blu
Rebecca Mcdade
Mitch
Whitaker
Jason Lenyer
Buchanan
About Easyfolk Fest
Easyfolk Fest is a genre-blurring, community-centered music festival based in Portland, Oregon, celebrating the creative pulse of the region through soulful performances and meaningful connections. Showcasing a blend of styles—from modern folk and heartfelt Americana to progressive bluegrass and
beyond—Easyfolk Fest offers an inclusive stage and an inspiring environment where artists and audiences come together in shared joy and discovery. Founded by Joe Sanchez, the festival is a love letter to local talent crafted with care and an open-hearted spirit.