Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival Unveils All-Star Live

Music Lineup for 69th Annual Celebration


September 19 & 20 | Old Mill Park


Live Music Beneath the Redwoods!


One of the Bay Area's favorite outdoor music settings returns to Old Mill Park with two full days of live performances included with festival admission.


From Grammy Award-winning bluegrass and Irish soul to jazz, folk, and Grateful Dead-inspired rock, the 69th Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival offers something for every music lover.

As a special festival highlight, Mark Karan and Barry Sless—both longtime members of the extended Grateful Dead musical family—will celebrate the life and legacy of Mill Valley resident and Grateful Dead co-founder Bob Weir during their performances.

Laurie Lewis 
& Nina Gerber

Mark Karan's Budz

Barry Sless & Stephen Inglis

with Tim Bluhm

Eamonn Flynn & Dublinesque

Michael McNevin & The Spokes

Tim Weed

The Keller Sisters

The Commanders Jazz Ensemble (U.S. Air Force Band) 

Spencer Krenz Bluegrass Band

Meggy Travers

Saturday, September 19

12 p.m. – Spencer Krenz Bluegrass Band

Mill Valley's own Spencer Krenz and his band bring high-energy bluegrass, rich harmonies, and outstanding musicianship to kick off the weekend.


1 p.m. – Meggy Travers

Marin singer-songwriter Meggy Travers blends bluegrass, folk, and heartfelt storytelling inspired by the landscapes of Northern California.


2 p.m. – Tim Weed

Acclaimed banjo virtuoso Tim Weed delivers dazzling musicianship, improvisation, and an eclectic mix of bluegrass and acoustic traditions.


3 p.m. – Eamonn Flynn & Dublinesque

Dublin-born Eamonn Flynn fuses Irish traditions with soul, gospel, and blues for an unforgettable musical journey.


4 p.m. – Laurie Lewis & Nina Gerber

Grammy Award-winning bluegrass legend Laurie Lewis joins acclaimed guitarist Nina Gerber for a masterful performance of bluegrass, folk, and acoustic roots music.


Sunday, September 20

12 p.m. – The Commanders Jazz Ensemble (U.S. Air Force Band of the Golden West)

This premier 14-piece big band celebrates America's rich jazz heritage with world-class performances.


1 p.m. – The Keller Sisters

Known for their signature sister harmonies, The Keller Sisters perform award-winning roots music filled with warmth, wit, and memorable songwriting.


2 p.m. – Michael McNevin & The Spokes

Beloved Bay Area troubadour Michael McNevin combines engaging storytelling and thoughtful songwriting with rich acoustic folk-rock.


3 p.m. – Barry Sless, Tim Bluhm & Stephen Inglis

Pedal steel virtuoso Barry Sless, Mother Hips frontman Tim Bluhm, and award-winning Hawaiian slack-key guitarist Stephen Inglis unite for an unforgettable set of rock, roots music, and inspired improvisation.


4 p.m. – Mark Karan's Budz

Former guitarist for Bob Weir's RatDog, Mark Karan and His Buds deliver a soulful mix of rock, blues, country, and Grateful Dead-inspired improvisation.



Beyond the music, festivalgoers can explore 135 juried artists, enjoy wine tasting from six California wineries, discover delicious local food, visit the Children's Grove for hands-on family activities, participate in a community mural, and shop unique artisan merchandise—all beneath the majestic redwoods of Old Mill Park.


September 19–20 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Old Mill Park, 64 Cascade Drive (at Throckmorton), Mill Valley

Tickets available now at MVFAF.org


Since 1957, The Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival has been recognized as a fine art and craft show of high quality original artwork, drawing well-educated buyers from affluent neighborhoods of Marin County and the greater San Francisco Bay Area. The Festival provides an exceptional opportunity for the sale of unique, creative and high-end work.

Support the Festival

Invest in the arts! Across the country, art festivals are fading—but ours continues to thrive thanks to something truly special: the passion of our artists and the strength of our community.


This festival isn’t just an event—it’s a living tradition. A space where creativity flourishes, connections are made, and culture is celebrated.


Your support keeps this festival alive. Without it, this vibrant expression of art and community simply wouldn’t be possible. Become a sponsor today and help us carry this tradition forward. Let’s keep the arts alive—together..

The Festival is presented by a very small professional staff augmented by our hard working Committee. The Committee is comprised of community members and exhibiting artists.


As a non-profit organization, the Festival is governed by its Board of Directors who have fiscal and policy responsibility for all aspects of the Festival. The Staff, Board and Committee work all year long to prepare for our annual Fall Festival.




Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival | PO Box 300 | Mill Valley, CA 94942 US