Caroga Arts Collective proudly announces the lineup for the 2026 Caroga Lake Music Festival (CLMF), marking its 15th season of bringing world-class performances, community events, and arts education to the Adirondacks.
This year’s festival continues a cherished tradition, carrying forward the musical legacy of Sherman’s Amusement Park – once the beating heart of entertainment in Caroga Lake. For 15 consecutive summers, Caroga Lake has transformed the beloved lakeside grounds into a vibrant, accessible hub for music and the arts.
The 2026 season will welcome over 150 artists from around the world for 35 concerts and events spanning genres from classical and jazz to Americana, rock, and genre-blending collaborations. Notable guest performances this year include singer-songwriters Sarah Jarosz, Kishi Bashi, upcoming rock star Bella Rayne, and dynamic musicians across the globe appearing as the Caroga Arts Ensemble. Additional highlights include Nashville Day with Big Sky Country, SCENES – A Billy Joel Experience, viral TikTok sensation Stella Cole, rising vocal harmony group The Bean Tones, and performances of Dvorak’s’ New World, Gershwin’s American in Paris and more in celebration of America250. Special guests with the orchestra include David Alan Miller (Albany Symphony), Sylvia McNair (GRAMMY-award winning soprano), Kevin Cole, Alex Mo at (SNL) among others.
“Every summer, it’s incredibly inspiring to welcome audiences and artists from near and far to Sherman’s, celebrating this beautiful historic space that has meant so much to generations of families in Caroga Lake, including my own,” said Kyle Barrett Price, Founder, Artistic & Executive Director of the Caroga Arts Collective. “Our musicians are thrilled to 1 return, our audiences bring an unmatched energy and love of the space, and we feel so lucky to call this lakeside treasure our home. Keeping its legacy alive through music, arts, and community is one of the most meaningful parts of our work.”
The 2026 season will once again feature The Caroga Arts Ensemble, performing large orchestral works, chamber programs, and cross-genre concerts, Free Kids Concerts, returning with new themes and beloved classics, and CLMF on Tour performances across the region.
Most CLMF performances will take place at Sherman’s Park, the historic former amusement park with its iconic lakeside pavilion, carousel, and classic dance hall. Today, the site stands as a testament to Caroga Arts’ mission to make the arts accessible, joyful, and community-centered – welcoming audiences of all ages.
As always, all Caroga Arts presented events are FREE for children and students age 17 and under (excluding fundraising events).
The full festival schedule is available at carogaarts.org/events. Season passes and individual tickets are on sale now at carogaarts.org.
2026 CAROGA LAKE MUSIC FESTIVAL Full Season Schedule
Saturday, May 23, 2026 – 7:00 PM • Scenes – A Billy Joel Experience
Sunday, June 28, 2026 – 4:00 PM • CLMF on Tour: KASA Quartet at Maverick Concerts
Thursday, July 2, 2026 – 8:00 PM • Alex Mo at, Caroline Rau, Brian Shank
Friday, July 3, 2026 – 7:00 PM • American Mosaic
Saturday, July 11, 2026 – 7:00 PM • The Seven Wonders: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 – 8:00 PM • Sentimental Gentleman
Thursday, July 16, 2026 – 7:00 PM • CLMF on Tour: Arkell Museum
Friday, July 17, 2026 – 7:00 PM • CLMF on Tour: Caroga Chapel
Saturday, July 18, 2026 – 5:00 PM • GALA: A Night with “The Beatles”
Sunday, July 19, 2026 – 6:30 PM • CLMF on Tour: Canada Lake Barge
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 – 7:00 PM • CLMF on Tour: Cooperstown Summer Music Festival
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 – 7:00 PM • Sarah Jarosz
Thursday, July 23, 2026 – 6:30 PM • CLMF on Tour: Old Ft. Johnson
Friday, July 24, 2026 – 7:00 PM • The Vintage Disney Book with KASA Quartet & Friends
Saturday, July 25, 2026 – 7:00 PM • Stella Cole with KASA Quartet
Sunday, Jul 26, 2026 – 3:00 PM • CLMF on Tour: The Vintage Disney Book with KASA Quartet
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 – 8:00 PM • Kishi Bashi with Caroga Arts Ensemble
Thursday, July 30, 2026 – 7:00 PM • CLMF on Tour: Ballston Lake
Friday, July 31, 2026 – 7:00 PM • American Expression: Barber, Loe ler and Block
Saturday, August 1, 2026 – 11:00 AM • Kids Carousel Concert: Big Bands for Little Kids
Saturday, Aug 1, 2026 – 7:00 PM • Swing Dance Night: Kyle Athayde Dance Party
Sunday, Aug 2, 2026 – 3:00 PM • CLMF on Tour: Glen Conservancy Hall
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 – 8:00 PM • The Bean Tones with Caroga Arts Ensemble
Thursday, August 6, 2026 – 7:00 PM • CLMF on Tour: Church of Our Lady of Lourdes
Friday, August 7, 2026 – 7:00 PM • CLMF on Tour: Caroga Chapel
Saturday, August 8, 2026 – 10:00 AM • Kids Carousel Concert: Peter & the Wolf with Utica Dance 3
Saturday, August 8, 2026 – 7:00 PM • Dvorak’s New World
Sunday, August 9, 2026 – 9:00 AM • Caroga Arts Charity Golf Tournament
Sunday, August 9, 2026 – 6:00 PM • CLMF on Tour: Caroga Museum
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 – 8:00 PM • PROJECT Trio with Caroga Arts Ensemble
Thursday, August 13, 2026 – 7:00 PM • CLMF on Tour: Johnstown Midsummer Concert Series
Friday, August 14, 2026 – 7:00 PM • Gershwin’s American in Paris
Saturday, August 15, 2026 – 11:00 AM • Kids Carousel Concert: SPACE Summer Camp Showcase
Saturday, August 15, 2026 – 1:30 PM • Cornhole Tournament with West Caroga Lake Association
Saturday, August 15, 2026 – 7:00 PM • Bella Rayne Sunday, August 16, 2026 – 3:00 PM • Opera on the Lake: Mozart!
Saturday, August 29, 2026 – 3:30 PM • Nashville Day
Saturday, September 5, 2026 – 7:00 PM • Completely Unchained: The Ultimate Van Halen Production
Saturday, September 12, 2026 – 1:00 PM • Woofstock: A Benefit for Fulton County Regional SPCA
Saturday, September 19, 2026 – 9:00 AM • Capital District Car Show
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