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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

Hope Darling
Hope Darling
Florida-based rockers Hope Darling have been captivating the alternative rock scene with their unique blend of passionate vocals, blissful melodies, and a richly immersive full-band sound that resonates with listeners. For over five years, they’ve been entrancing audiences with music that strikes a perfect balance between raw emotion and polished artistry.With every performance, Hope Darling pulls you into their world, crafting an experience that is both electrifying and deeply moving. Their sound is more than just a listening experience—it's a journey that leaves a lasting impression on the soul of every alt-rock fan.

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.

Tim Fee &Jeff Taylor
Tim Fee &Jeff Taylor
Growing up friends together in a small town in Westchester County, NY Tim Fee and Jeff Taylor enjoyed sharing their various styles of guitar throughout high school; Tim, usually on a 12 string and Jeff on 6 string.

Melody Rose
Melody Rose
"Melody Rose attributes her unique vocal and songwriting style to her various musical upbringings. The daughter of a singer and a music industry executive, she spent her childhood in the studio, or backstage at Madison Square Garden, observing the inner workings of the world of Rock & Roll. Her operatic training and vocal jazz training surpass a decade. Upon receiving her M.A. in music composition, Melody continued to work on her craft as a singer-songwriter, and subsequently released her debut, self-titled album in 2015. Melody’s live performances have taken her to Europe and to various music conferences and festivals along the east coast. She is currently performing as a member of the Manhattan Band for Norwegian Cruise Lines. Music Magazine UK raves, “Soul is definitely one thing that Melody has no shortage of, and you’ll be sure to listen again and again to gain an insight in to this young up-and-coming artist.” Stay tuned as Melody Rose plans the release of her sophomore album, ‘Inside the Skies.’ "
nxtime
nxtime
nxtime was founded in 2019 by Ray Rubio (singer/songwriter/producer), Nate Christensen (guitarist/producer), and Imhotep Williams (drummer) and Liam Cashin (bass)The goal - deliver upbeat, danceable rhythms and modern yet nostalgic melodies. Sprinkle in some classic R&B and a little 80’s pop synth-soaked tones and nxtime found their sound

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

Karais James
Karais James
Karais James is an Award winning songwriter from Long Island New York’ his style is hard to pin down but always entertaining a mix of Rock and Blues, with some country Tones

Brandon Gurba
Brandon Gurba
Brandon Gurba is an eclectic singer-songwriter that bridges the gap between Indie Rock, Pop, and Folk. Growing up on the north shore of Long Island, Gurba started singing in choirs when he was 9 years old. Throughout his teenage years he sang and wrote in rock bands, performing throughout New York. A self taught musician, he was accepted into the Conservatory of Music at SUNY Purchase. Since graduating, Gurba has been releasing music independently, steadily maturing with each release.