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The 14th Annual Montauk Music Festival
Presented by the Montauk Sun
May 15-18, 2025
Opening Party on Thursday May 15th at the Westlake Fish House
Enjoy an evening of music, appetizers, cocktails, and dancing. Twenty of the Festival Bands will do a sneak preview of their weekend shows- on three stages: inside and out under the tent.
Tickets- $60- includes appetizers and free sponsor drinks along with over four hours of live music.
Over 400 performances beginning Friday afternoon and running through Sunday evening- there will be shows throughout Montauk showcasing 100 acts at about 40 satellite venues.
On Saturday and Sunday- May 17th and 18th
The MAIN STAGES will once again be on the Green in the center of town.
Bring a Beach Chair and/or Blanket- friends and family-and be ready for 2-days of entertainment. No coolers or outside alcohol. Beer/Wine/Soda, and fun at the sponsor tent available during the event.
There will be an admission/donation fee [$20 for 2-day pass], and children under 5 are free- this will allow you entrance for both Saturday and Sunday’s shows 11am- to 5 or 6pm. {Cash or VENMO only}
A percentage of the proceeds will benefit
Lucia’s Angels & East End Coalition for Women’s Cancers
The Montuak Music Festival APP– or Montauk Music Fesival APP for Android with up-to-date schedules, artists, and venue information will be available in May.
2024 promo video- song
2022 promo video- song by Drop the 4

Card Reader
Card Reader
Card Reader is a Long Island based power trio known for DIY touring across the country. They bring with them a high energy performance reminiscent of Blink 182, The Used, Alkaline Trio.

Red Matter
Red Matter
Genre blending, jamband juggernaut Red Matter delivers dynamic, sophisticated songwriting with danceable rhythms - full of rollicking extended jams, musical improvisation, visual stimulation, and all-out aural excitement.

Toby Gibson Band
Toby Gibson Band
Singer/Songwriter Toby Gibson hails from Sneedville, Tennessee. He grew up playing bluegrass, country and soul with his grandfather and local musicians. His songwriting is also influenced by his life in Appalachia. He's released several singles and the album "Dirt Road" in 2020. His new album will be released in Spring, 2023. He is also the lead singer/guitarist and principal songwriter of the Toby Gibson Band. The Toby Gibson Band blends Americana, folk, blues and jam for a sound all their own. The band has drawn comparisons to John Mellencamp, Bob Seger and Tom Petty, and their live show is diverse and engaging. Toby is a staple in the East Tennessee music scene and will Tour the country in 2023

Jessie Haines
Jessie Haines
Jessie Haines is a country/pop artist whose infectious songwriting is quickly gaining momentum worldwide.

Dalton Portella and Max Vanderbeek
Dalton Portella and Max Vanderbeek
"Dalton is an interdisciplinary artist, musician and surfer, living and working in Montauk. He plays guitar and percussion, sometimes at the same time. He plays instrumental music that draws on all his roots and influences, ranging from the blues to Middle Eastern and Brazilian music. "

Mellish
Mellish
Mellish is an indie rock band celebrated for their emotive soundscapes and poignant storytelling. Emerging from LI/NYC, the band blends heartfelt lyrics with atmospheric melodies, creating a distinctive style that bridges introspection and raw energy. Known for their captivating live performances, Mellish has built a loyal following through their ability to connect deeply with audiences. Their most recent album, Until the Day, solidified their place in the local indie music scene as artists who craft music that lingers long after the last note. Mellish represents the essence of modern indie rock: authentic, evocative, and timeless.

Fat Nicky and the Snacks
Fat Nicky and the Snacks
Fat Nicky and the Snacks are a band that consists of four friends that came together to play fun covers in their own unique style. From reggae to rock to dance to hip hop they cover all bases. They stand out from the cover band scene with their unique take on songs and innovative mashups. F.N.A.T.S are becoming more and more seasoned in the Montauk Music Festival world, this will be their third consecutive year in the festival and they are extremely honored to be part of it!

Keg Belly
Keg Belly
Kegbelly is the evolution of Brooklyn meets Long Island with fresh writing, sensibilities to rhythm and melodic jamming. Born in 2000 in Manhattan’s famed Music Building on 8th Ave.