MONTEREY California Roots Music Festival

May 22-24, 2026

Monterey County Fairgrounds
2004 Fairground Road
Fairground Road and Casa Verde Way
Monterey, CA
$, californiarootsfestival.com

Annual California Roots Music and Arts Festival includes an incredible line up of popular bands, primarily in the roots & reggae genres.

 
2026 Line Up

FRIDAY

Ice Cube, The Elovaters, Common Kings, The Green, The Expendables, Denm, Josh Tatofi, Kash'd Out, Mouse Powell, Rastan, Sensamotion, Estrella

SATURDAY

Rebelution, Tash Sultana, Burning Spear, J Boog, Fortunate Youth, Barrington Levy, Kaleo Wassman, Zion Marley, Sons of Zion, Through The Roots, Cydeways, Benny Ranks

SUNDAY

The Movement, Pepper, SOJA, Collie Buddz, Original Koffee, Skip Marley, Niko Rubio, Kanaka Fyah, Bedouin Soundclash, Kyle Smith, Likkle Jordee, Ballyhoo!

California Roots is part cosmic blend of good vibes, the energy of a natural and peaceful rebellion, smiling at your neighbors and dancing with strangers and living life to the fullest.

The Cali Roots VIP Experience includes private lounge areas with backstage bars, Private VIP Bar, private restrooms, special stage viewing areas and festival goodies!

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.