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It’s time to plan your weekend! Boulder Roots Music Fest is bringing 170+ bands to Pearl Street, October 17-19. From indie and bluegrass to hip hop and funk, the lineup celebrates the sounds that make Colorado’s music scene so unique. The full schedule is now live!

Friday, Oct. 17

Coffee & Conversation: The Future of Boulder Music | eTown, 11:00 AM
A deep dive into Boulder’s cultural future with leaders from Sundance, Roots Music Project, and beyond. This session connects Boulder’s musical past with its emerging creative-tech frontier.

Asteroid Please! | License No. 1, Friday 6:00 PM
Fronted by Boulder singer-songwriter Matt Burks, this indie band blends alt-pop-funk with TV credits and a decade of stage experience. Their sound is fresh, irreverent, and Colorado-rooted.

Banshee Tree | Boulder Theater, 7:15 PM
Blending early jazz and swing with trance and psychedelic rock — high-energy and improvisational.

Andy Frasco & The U.N. | Boulder Theater, 8:30 PM
High-energy blues rock party led by a touring powerhouse known for unforgettable live shows.

Halle Tomlinson | Mountain Sun,  9:45 PM
Denver-based vocalist and multi-instrumentalist blending classic and contemporary R&B and soul. A standout from The Voice, Halle’s dynamic sound is as multifaceted as her artistry.

The Rumble ft. Chief Joseph Boudreaux Jr. | Odd Fellows, 10:30 PM (VIP Required)
A full-force Mardi Gras Indian experience with seven GRAMMY-nominated musicians and electrifying brass.

Saturday, Oct. 18

Espresso! | Stone Cottage, Saturday 2:00 PM
Red-hot swing meets Gypsy jazz with French and English vocals. Danceable, dynamic, and steeped in tradition—“You owe it to your ears.”

Rootbeer Richie & the Reveille | Boulder Theater, 4:30 PM
Soul-infused swamp pop with a six-piece Denver rhythm section and joyful live energy.

North Mississippi Allstars | Boulder Theater, 7:00 PM
Southern rock/blues blending hill country blues with experimental jams.

Yonder Mountain String Band | Boulder Theater, 9:00 PM
Grammy-nominated progressive jamgrass pioneers from Nederland, Colorado.

Danger Foley | Odd Fellows, 10:45 PM (VIP/Late Night Required)
Eclectic female EDM artist bending genre boundaries with emotional, beat-driven sets.

Sunday, Oct. 19

Flow Yoga with Lisa Shanken | 8Z Real Estate, 11:00 AM
All-levels vinyasa flow to revive your dancing feet and reset your body. Guided by Lisa Shanken and set to an uplifting playlist, this session reconnects breath, movement, and community.

Bear Hat | Garage Sale Vintage, 3:45 PM
A grungy bluegrass blend of old-time, swing, blues, and rock ‘n’ roll — all from Colorado’s front range.

Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe | 16th Street Discovery Stage, 5:00 PM
KDTU has electrified global audiences for 25+ years — from Fuji Rock Festival to Madison Square Garden.

David Lawrence & the Spoonful | Trident, 6:15 PM
Finger-picking blues meets Roots-Americana and Django-inspired jazz guitar. Raw, soulful, and full of heart, David Lawrence brings evocative storytelling and layered musicianship to the stage.

Roots Music Fest is presented by Roots Music Project and Caruso Ventures, with generous support from the City of Boulder, Create Boulder, Visit Boulder, and a wide community of valued partners and sponsors.

About Roots Music Project
Roots Music Project is a non-profit community of music fans and music makers based in Boulder Colorado. Roots Music Project’s mission is to amplify the live music community through performance and artist development. We believe in the power of music to make the world a better place. To learn more, visit www.rootsmusicproject.org.