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Announcing 2026 Main Stage Festival Lineup

Martin Zellar

One of the great Minnesota songwriters, the MN Original Music Festival is proud to have Martin Zellar headlining the 2026 event. Performance time is scheduled for 4:00 PM.

Brother Jon Band

Sponsored by St Peter Food Co-op, a musical dynamo to end the 2026 festival. If you like to move and groove, stick around for Brother Jon! Performance time is scheduled for 7:00 PM.

Quantum Mechanics & Friends

Festival hosts, The Quantum Mechanics, joined by jazz great, Larry McDonough, performing fan favorites and hosting appearances of local favs. Performance is scheduled for 5:30 PM.

Bluedog

One of Minnesota’s great Native bands. Look for haunting vocals by Joni Weston and virtuoso guitar playing by Eric Buffalohead. Performance is scheduled for 3:00 PM.

Saltydog

The Duluth-based group is bringing their funky, jammin’ style to the Main Stage, get ready for an improvisational adventure! Performance scheduled for 2:00 PM.

Given Names

Infectious, rocking energy, awesome songwriting by veteran performers, led by Laura Schultz with Robin Becker and Michelle Roche. Performance scheduled for 1:00 PM

Fruitform

The festival will be open with Fruitform, a delicious musical experience led by Mary Traxler, a beautiful mix of lyrical femme folk and early punk. Performance is scheduled for 12:00 PM.


The MN Original Music Festival (MOMF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We produce a variety of programming throughout the year intended to benefit Minnesota musicians that perform original music. Check back throughout the year for updates on programs: Songwriters in the Round, Songwriters Stage, Open Jam Fundraiser, 48 Hour Band Challenge, Main Stage Concert Series, Interactive Stage Series, Composers Showcase, Hip Hop Showcase, and more.


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