HeadlinerAlternative Rock / Indie · Boston, MA
Salmonfest 2026 · The 15th Anniversary Celebration
Fish. Love. Music.
Salmonfest 2026 — the OFFICIAL 15th anniversary celebration — returns for 3 days of Fish, Love & Music: July 31st, August 1st & 2nd! Please follow us on social media for updates, artist announcements, and camping info. See you summer 2026!
Gates open in
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- Dates
- July 31 - August 2, 2026
- Where
- Ninilchik, AK
Powered by
- Alaska Wild
- Tongass Brewing
- Kenai Outfitters
- Glacier Air
- Fishpeople
- Northern Lights Co-op
"A big shoutout to all who have been with us for the long haul and a big welcome to those who are joining us for the first time. Your loyalty and support for the festival and the causes that underline our effort are deeply appreciated."
— The Salmonfest Crew
9,000+
attendees · all 50 states
Why Salmonfest matters
A music festival that fights for the fish.
Since 2011, Salmonfest has rallied artists, scientists, fishermen, and fans to defend wild Alaskan salmon. Every ticket, every set, every campfire pours back into the rivers we love.
$2.4M+
Raised for salmon conservation
16 yrs
Of nonstop Alaska music
40+
Nonprofits in the Causeway
2026 Lineup
The artists running the river.
Headliner
HeadlinerIndie Pop / Electronic · Oregon / Alaska
Goth Babe
HeadlinerBluegrass / Indie Folk · Duluth, MN
Trampled By Turtles
HeadlinerBluegrass / Americana · Nashville, TN
Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway
Cosmic Country / Jam · Nashville, TN
Daniel Donato
Bluegrass / Folk · Santa Cruz, CA
AJ Lee & Blue Summit
The Salmon Causeway
Music with a mission, year-round.
The Causeway is the beating heart of Salmonfest — a hub of conservation nonprofits, scientists, and storytellers fighting for wild salmon habitat from Bristol Bay to Southeast.
48,200
lb landfill diverted
120k+
compostable cups
11,400
volunteer hours
82%
local-sourced food
Live on the Kenai