About
Make Music Worcester is a free, citywide music celebration held each year on June 21, the summer solstice. Part of the global Make Music Day movement, the event brings musicians, venues, and the community together to fill Worcester with live music in parks, plazas, sidewalks, businesses, and public spaces across the city.
Unlike a traditional festival, anyone can participate. Musicians of all ages and skill levels—from students and hobbyists to professional performers—sign up to perform throughout the day, creating a diverse lineup of music that reflects Worcester’s vibrant arts and cultural community.
Make Music Day began in France in 1982 as Fête de la Musique and now takes place in 1,000+ cities worldwide. On June 21, Worcester joins this global celebration by turning the city into one big stage where everyone is invited to perform, host, or simply enjoy the music.
On the longest day of the year, Worcester makes music together. 🎶
Participate
Make Music Worcester is open to everyone. Whether you’re a musician, a venue, or a music fan, there are many ways to take part in this citywide celebration on June 21.
Musicians – Sign up to perform at locations across Worcester. All genres and experience levels are welcome.
Venues & Hosts – Businesses, organizations, and residents can host a performance at their space and help bring live music to their neighborhood.
Volunteers – Help support the event by assisting with coordination and welcoming performers and audiences throughout the day.
Or simply explore the city and enjoy free live music happening all across Worcester. 🎶
Sign Up Here: https://worcester.makemusicday.org/
Who else is taking part?
Over 33 artists, including:
- Aged in Angst --
- Belshot and Pete --
- Charles Ketter --
- Crocodile River Music --
- DjWhizPk --
- Evil Felipe --
- GIRTHWORM --
- Gary Blanchard --
- Glowmanny --
- Heather Holland --
- Internet Famous --
- J. Jordan --
- James Joyce --
- Jay Sully --
- Julie Dolphin --
- Kronus_One --
- Laurie Miller --
- Mary Ann McAllister --
- Michael Kae --
- Mister Motivation --
- Nate Fillers --
- Patrice Peris Voice Studios --
- Paul & Paula Luria --
- Paul Wykes --
- Paula Cookson Luria --
- Post Road Chorus --
- Ron Carlson --
- Sam Femino --
- Shaun Bartone --
- Test --
- The Ghosts We Carry --
- The Zach and Lyndsey Show --
- Theresa Henessy (TaliA)
Over 9 venues, including:
- Brussels Street Market --
- Clark University --
- DCU Center --
- Francis R. Carroll Plaza --
- Husky's Pub --
- The Grove Village --
- Vintage Grille and gourmet pizza --
- Worcester Public Library - Newspapers & Magazines Area --
- Worcester Public Library - Saxe Room
Listings
Support
Make Music Worcester is made possible through the support of local partners, sponsors, and community members who believe in the power of music to bring people together.
If you are interested in supporting this citywide celebration—through sponsorship, partnership, or in-kind contributions—we would love to hear from you.
Learn more about how to support Make Music Worcester or get involved as a sponsor. 🎶
Contact
Make Music Worcester is a Worcester Arts Council led project.
Get in touch with us at ArtsCouncil@WorcesterMA.gov