Beacon Bonfire Music + Art Festival was born from the glow of a campfire. In the midst of the Covid era, 100 members of our creative community gathered to share warmth, music, and hope. That spark became the foundation of a festival that now transforms Beacon, NY, into a vibrant stage for connection and creativity.

By 2023, the fire had grown—welcoming more than 4,000 festival-goers from across the Hudson Valley, NYC, and beyond. Together, we celebrated the talents of over 400 artists—musicians, dancers, makers, and dreamers—whose work reflected the heartbeat of our community.

Today, Beacon Bonfire has become a cultural cornerstone—an annual gathering where earthy and cosmic energies intertwine, where art and music burn brightly, and where community thrives. In 2025, we’re honored to be recognized as one of the top three festivals in Chronogram’s Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Music Festival.

The fire that began with a single circle continues to expand—drawing us closer, inspiring us to move, create, and imagine together.

Get to know the team whose passion and expertise light the way for the Beacon Bonfire Festival.