Bethel Woods Confirms 2019 Music, Culture Festival

Next year will mark the 50th anniversary of Woodstock, the legendary three-day music festival that took over Bethel, New York in 1969, and now, there is confirmation that a festival will launch at the site again.

Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, a venue built on the original site, announced that in honor of the 50-year anniversary of Woodstock, a three-day event will take place from August 16 to 18, 2019. While the names of speakers and performers have not been revealed at this time, Bethel Woods said the performers will be “prominent and emerging artists spanning multiple genres and decades.”

“We are thrilled to partner with Live Nation and INVNT to produce Bethel Woods Music and Culture Festival,” Darlene Fedun, CEO, BWCA, said in a press release. “Fifty years ago, people gathered peacefully on our site inspired to change the world through music. As the stewards of this historic site, we remain committed to preserving this rich history and spirit, and to educating and inspiring new generations to contribute positively to the world through music, culture, and community.”

According to The Festive Owl, a Twitter account which is known for leaking festival news, a rumored lineup has been announced. Alleged artists who were approached to perform at the fest include modern-day A-list stars like The Weeknd, Coldplay, Ariana Grande, and The Chainsmokers, along with rock legends like Foo Fighters, Pearl Jam, The Who, Elton John, Bon Jovi, and Phish. Avicci, the EDM star who died earlier this year, was originally included in the rumored lineup before his passing.