The 2024 Rochester Lilac Festival has announced its headliners and direct support performers from May 10-19 – the largest variety of talent in festival history.
The Lilac Festival brings over 500,000 people a year from across Western and Upstate NY, the tri-state area and Canada to Highland Park to see great music, look at the beautiful lilacs that grow in the park, and eat and drink amazing food. In 2024, the festival will return with 80+ musical performances, 300 juried arts and craft vendors, kids’ activities, and the star of the show – the lilac blossoms. The annual event is hosted by the Lilac Festival Board, which includes Monroe County, the City of Rochester, and Visit Rochester.
“The Rochester Lilac Festival is one of our greatest community assets and is an essential component of our identity as the Flower City,” said Mayor Malik D. Evans. “The Festival showcases the spectacular beauty of historic Highland Park and provides residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy free, family-friendly, world-class talent. On behalf of the City of Rochester, I would like to thank the Lilac Festival Committee, organizers, sponsors, and partners for the energy they bring to producing this year’s Lilac Festival.”
Nine of the ten headliners at the 2024 Rochester Lilac Festival are national touring artists, including Rochester native Danielle Ponder. All ten direct support acts were intentionally selected to showcase a diverse array of genres and talent from well-known and emerging Rochester artists.
For more information about the 2024 Rochester Lilac Festival, visit here.
Friday, May 10 – Rayland Baxter
Americana bliss that blends country, roots, and vintage pop. For fans of Fleet Foxes, The Lumineers, and Jack Johnson.
Supported by Left-Handed 2nd Baseman
Saturday, May 11 – Butcher Brown
A genre-bending feast that blends jazz, hip-hop, and funk into an eclectic fusion. For fans of The Roots, Sly and the Family Stone, A Tribe Called Quest
Supported by Zahyia
Sunday, May 12 – Ghost-Note
A fresh blend of afrobeat, and funk, led by Snarky Puppy’s percussion duo. For Fans of James Brown, Soulive, and Thundercat.
Supported by Grace Serene and the Super Clean
Monday, May 13 – Pachyman
Breezy dub and reggae-infused experience with Puerto Rican Roots. For fans of Bob Marley, King Tubb, and Fela Kuti.
Supported by The Medicinals
Tuesday, May 14 – Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
Masters of high-energy swing, BBVD has helped revitalize swing music for over 30 years. For fans of Louis Prima, Duke Ellington, and Brian Setzer Orchestra
Supported by Horacio & La Fama Salsa Band
Wednesday, May 15 – The Skycoasters
Rochester-based, nationally recognized, lively nine-piece cover band has been the life of the party for over 40 years.
Supported by Teagan & the Tweeds
Thursday, May 16 – An Evening of Soul Curated by Danielle Ponder
Rochester native and nationally touring artist brings masterful songwriting, bold vocals, and soulful storytelling to the stage. For fans of Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings, Black Pumas, and Aretha Franklin.
Supported by Chi TheRealist & Natalia Ekua
Friday, May 17 – Hypnotic Brass Ensemble
An electrifying eight-piece band performance blending brass, funk, and hip-hop. For Fans of Trombone Shorty, Vulfpeck, and Earth, Wind & Fire.
Supported by Claude Bennington’s Fever Dream
Saturday, May 18 – Dopapod
More than just a jam band, they deliver a mind-bending blend of funk, jazz fusion, and progressive rock. For fans of STS9, Disco Biscuits, and Yes.
Supported by Eli Flynn & The Everymen.
Sunday, May 19 – Trousdale
This powerful female band brings melodic and heartfelt harmonies that spread a message of self-acceptance and love. For fans of The Chicks, Kacey Musgraves, and HAIM.
Supported by Claudia Hoyser
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