RiverMusic

RiverMusic | June 28, 2026

In partnership with the Concord Land Conservation Trust, experience an afternoon of musical performances along the banks of the Sudbury River. Hear local artists by land or by boat in stunning outdoor locations throughout the day, free to all, then get your tickets to join us for a BBQ & Jam at Verrill Farm from 5:00-8:00pm (available to purchase below).

See the full schedule and location map below. Find an interactive map of locations here and click each location pin for parking information if you are joining by land. (Please note: some locations are accessible by boat only)

Musicians:

Chris Walton

ConChordia Acoustic Music

Concord Market Tarry Tones

Jeff and Lucy Pyle

You, Me, Her, & That Guy

BBQ & Jam tickets are now on sale below. $15 for OARS Members, $35 for general public. A ticket includes admission to the BBQ & Jam at Verrill Farm and a barbecue dinner. Music performances during the day along the river are free to attend.

This event is kindly supported by the SuAsCo River Stewardship Council and the Town of Concord 250 Executive Committee. Thank you to our community partners who make this event possible.

Special thanks:

Concord Conservatory of Music

Buzz Knight Media

Back 40 Productions

Dave Russo Art

Event Details

Date: Sunday June 28
Time: 12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Categories: OARS Celebration of 3 Remarkable Rivers

~30%

of the SuAsCo rivers watershed is wetlands, crucial for wildlife habitat and water quality

~30%

of water samples in the SuAsCo rivers watershed contain PFAS, leading to increased monitoring and remediation by local authorities and environmental groups

~70%

of dams in the SuAsCo watershed are over a century old, requiring extensive upkeep and presenting obstacles to river restoration and fish passage

>40%

of the land within the watershed is publicly accessible, offering recreational opportunities such as hiking, boating, and birdwatching to the community

~15%

of the land in the SuAsCo rivers watershed is covered by impervious surfaces such as roads, rooftops, and parking lots. This contributes to stormwater runoff and water pollution issues

RiverMusic | June 28, 2026

Event Details