Festivals
Soundside Music Festival Returns To Seaside Park In Bridgeport, CT
Today, C3 Presents is pleased to announce the return of Soundside Music Festival with headlining performances from GRAMMY-nominated alternative rock band The Killers on Saturday and Platinum-selling, GRAMMY-nominated Irish singer-songwriter Hozier on Sunday. The 2-Day festival will once again take place along the shore of the Long Island Sound at Seaside Park in Bridgeport, CT on September 27-28. Soundside will bring fans 20 topline artists including Weezer, fronted by Connecticut native Rivers Cuomo, Vampire Weekend, The Backseat Lovers, Djo, Remi Wolf, Japanese Breakfast, The Last Dinner Party, Connecticut local Chelsea Cutler, Inhaler and much more.
Fans can sign up now for the SMS Presale happening THIS Thursday, April 3 from 10 AM – 11 AM ET. This is the ONLY WAY to guarantee getting your tickets at the lowest price. All ticket prices will increase on Thursday at 11am ET when the Public On-Sale begins. Ticket prices are all-inclusive with no fees on top. Ticket offerings include General Admission, GA+, VIP and Bleacher Tickets. All ticket types offer 1-Day and 2-Day options. Parking will also be available for purchase.
The 2-Day VIP Ticket grants entry to Seaside Park for both festival days and includes all GA amenities, plus exclusive perks. VIP guests enjoy access to the on-field viewing area and the VIP Beach Club, along with a private bar, upgraded air-conditioned restrooms, and dedicated food vendors offering carefully curated festival favorites. Additional conveniences include a comfortable VIP Lounge, complimentary water refill stations, lockers and mobile charging units for rent, and a dedicated festival merch store. A team of on-site VIP hospitality staff will be available to assist with any needs, ensuring a seamless festival experience.
The Bleachers Ticket—new for 2025—offers an upgraded festival experience with both 1-Day and 2-Day options. This ticket includes entry to Seaside Park and access to all GA+ and GA amenities, plus bucket seating with prime views of the Main Stage. Seating is unassigned and first-come, first-served, and please note that the Main Stage Bleachers are not shaded. Children 2 and under can enter for free with a ticketed adult but must sit on laps.
Layaway Plans are available on all ticket types starting at $25 down. Also, local Bridgeport residents (06604, 06605, 06606, 06607, 06608, and 06610 zip codes) are eligible for a 15% discount on tickets, on a first come, first served basis. For more information on all ticket types and layaway plans, please visit www.soundsidemusicfestival.com.
Now in its second year as Soundside, Connecticut’s biggest music festival will continue its legacy with a unique rotating single-stage set up paired with gourmet food options from some of Connecticut and surrounding area’s best establishments, including a curated selection of cocktails, craft beer and wine options and much more. The complete food and beverage lineup will be announced at a later date.
Fans can sign up for the Soundside Email List to be the first to receive new information at and follow social media to stay in the loop on all festival announcements.
Full Soundside Music Festival Lineup
SATURDAY:
THE KILLERS
WEEZER
DJO
JAPANESE BREAKFAST
WILD RIVERS
HOLLOW COVES
DIPSEA FLOWER
SUNDAY:
HOZIER
VAMPIRE WEEKEND
THE BACKSEAT LOVERS
REMI WOLF
CHELSEA CUTLER
ALEX WARREN
GIGI PEREZ
BRENN!
VUNDABAR
HAPPY LANDING
Festivals
Olivia Rodrigo Announces New Music Festival, Daisy Chain Fields Featuring All-Women Lineup
Today, GRAMMY Award-winning, multi-platinum artist Olivia Rodrigo announced Daisy Chain Fields, a new music festival bringing together women in music to support and uplift women and girls. The festival will celebrate the power of collective experiences to inspire new ideas, deepen understanding, and drive action. Taking place August 29 at Great Park in Irvine, California, the single-day event will bring together an all-women lineup of groundbreaking artists, women- and girls-focused nonprofit organizations, and a community rooted in creativity, connection, and collective impact. Net proceeds from the festival will benefit non-profit organizations dedicated to advancing and advocating for women and girls.
The festival’s lineup features Bikini Kill, Chappell Roan, Die Spitz, Doechii, Eli, Garbage, KATSEYE, Mistki, Not For Radio, Olivia Rodrigo, Quiet Light, Rachel Chinouriri, Santigold, and The Breeders, all across two stages, along with special guests Karen O, Sarah McLachlan and Stevie Nicks.
“Daisy Chain Fields is built on the belief that joy, community, and creativity can inspire meaningful change,” says Rodrigo. “I’m so excited to celebrate this incredible lineup of women, and I’m grateful to all of our partners in helping us make this festival come to life. By bringing together women in music and organizations helping shape a better future for women and girls, I hope we can build a community that inspires hope and positive change.” See Rodrigo’s full mission statement for the festival at daisychainfields.com.
Beyond the music, Daisy Chain Fields will feature nonprofit activations, educational resources, community art experiences, local vendors, fan pop-ups, and immersive installations designed to foster connection and engagement. Festival attendees will have opportunities to learn about and support organizations working across reproductive rights, maternal health, economic empowerment, domestic violence prevention, and gender equity.
Some of the organizations Daisy Chain Fields is partnering with include:
- Baby2Baby
- Black Mamas Matter Alliance
- Center for Reproductive Rights
- FreeFrom
- Jhpiego
- Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health
- National Domestic Workers Alliance
- National Institute for Reproductive Health
- National Women’s Law Center
- Planned Parenthood
For more information on the organizations, head to daisychainfields.com.
TICKETS: The Festival Presale begins Wednesday, June 24 at 10am PT. Fans can sign up for a presale passcode via SMS or email at daisychainfields.comnow through June 24.
All tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Please check the festival website and social media for more news. For any additional ticket information please visit support.daisychainfields.com.
The festival announcement follows the release of Rodrigo’s third studio album you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love out now via Geffen Records – listen/buy here. The new album is the biggest solo debut of 2026, with 485,000 units sold in the first week. The first single released from the album “drop dead”, made Rodrigo the first person ever to debut the first 3 singles off their first 3 albums at #1. Listen/watch here. The second single released from the album, “the cure” also hit #1 on several Billboard charts including the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs, Hot Alternative Songs, and Alternative Digital Song Sales charts. Listen/watch here. Rodrigo also released the official music video for new track “stupid song”. Directed by Mitch Ryan and shot in New York City, the video was choreographed by and features Prima Ballerina Tiler Peck and other dancers from the NYC Ballet and American Ballet Theater – watch here. Limited-edition merchandise, curated collectibles, vinyl and more are available now.
Daisy Chain Fields is produced by C3 Presents and Live Nation.
Festivals
LASSO Montréal 2026 Reveals Daily Schedule for Fifth Anniversary Festival
The countdown to LASSO Montréal 2026 is on. With less than two months to go before the festival returns to Parc Jean-Drapeau on August 15 and 16, organizers have unveiled the full daily schedule for the event’s fifth anniversary, giving fans a chance to start planning their weekend.
Across two days, 36 artists will perform on four stages, from major country headliners to rising names and local talent. The festival will get an early start on August 14 with LASSO in the City, which will bring live country music and festival energy into downtown Montréal ahead of the main event. More details on that celebration are expected soon.
Saturday will kick off with Arpin Lépine opening the Coors Original Prairie Stage at 2 p.m., followed by sets from Laci Kaye Booth, James Barker Band, Max McNown, and Jon Pardi. Over on the Bell LASSO Stage, fans can catch Elizabeth Nichols, Chance Peña, The Band Perry, and Koe Wetzel, before Thomas Rhett closes out the night from 9:20 p.m. to 10:50 p.m.
The Coca-Cola Ranch Stage will showcase emerging talent throughout the day, including Tyla Rodrigues, Shawnee Kish, Léa Jarry, Noah Bridgen, and Waylon Wyatt. Fans looking for a more intimate experience can head to the SiriusXM Backyard Sessions, featuring performances from Krystel Mongeau, Theo Day, and Hayden Ryann.
Sunday follows a similar format, with Kalsey Kulyk opening the Prairie Stage before performances by Lily Fitts, Jonah Kagen, Cameron Whitcomb, and Old Dominion.
The Bell LASSO Stage will feature Just Jayne, Classe Moyenne, Carly Pearce, and Turnpike Troubadours, leading into the weekend’s final headlining performance from Mumford & Sons, who take the stage at 9 p.m.
The Ranch Stage lineup includes Blue Ridge Band, Morgan Griffiths, Zach Chico, Gab Bouchard, and Blake Whiten, giving fans plenty of opportunities to discover new artists throughout the day. The SiriusXM Backyard Sessions will spotlight Sorrene, Joël Vogt, and Paige Somerville, along with other emerging performers.
Beyond the music, LASSO will once again feature its popular line dancing tent, interactive activities throughout the grounds, family-friendly attractions, and plenty of food and drink options. As the festival celebrates its fifth edition, organizers are promising its biggest and most festive year yet, combining established country stars with the next generation of artists in one of Canada’s premier country music festivals.
Check out the schedule below or head to LASSO’s website for more information.
