Nothing truly spells the arrival of summer more than outdoor concerts. Warm air and good music are the perfect recipe for making great summer memories.

Thankfully, Western and Upstate New York are home to dozens of music festivals this summer. Whether you’re looking to see old favorites, or you’re interested in discovering some new acts, music festivals are a great way to enjoy the summer season in all its glory.

Remember, your AAA benefits go with you wherever you go, even if you’re taking a ride in someone else’s car to the big festival. Just make sure your AAA Membership level includes the mileage you need. Upgrade today.

 

New York State Blues Festival

Syracuse, NY

June 15-17

Acts to see: Buddy Guy, Samantha Fish featuring Jesse Dayton, Southern Avenue, Blood Brothers

NYSBluesFest.com

 

Taste of Country

Sahlen Field

Buffalo, NY

June 23

Acts to see: Dierks Bentley, Brothers Osbourne, Big & Rich

WYRK.com/TOC

Tickets also available at: AAA.com/TicketsSummer

 

Rochester Jazz Festival

Rochester, NY

June 23-July 1

Acts to see: Bonnie Raitt, Pat Metheny’s Side-Eye, Keb’ Mo’, Omara Portuondo

RochesterJazz.com

 

Roc the Lake Music Festival

Canandaigua, NY

July 7

Acts to see: AJR, Chelsea Cutler, Lawrence, Blake Rose

CMACEvents.com

 

Finger Lakes Grass Roots Festival

Trumansburg, NY

July 20-23

Acts to see: Donna the Buffalo, Watchhouse, Sona Jobarteh, The Mavericks

GrassrootsFest.org

 

Rochester Summer Soul Music Festival

Rochester, NY

August 18-19

Acts to see: Big Daddy Kane, Adina Howard, Silk, Yo-Yo, Kid ‘N Play

RocSummerSoulFest.com

 

Catbird Music Festival

Bethel, NY

August 19-20

Acts to see: The Lumineers, Tyler Childers, The War on Drugs, Band of Horses

CatBirdMusicFestival.com

 

Borderland Music and Arts Festival

Knox Farm State Park, NY

September 15-17

Acts to see: Trey Anastasio, Goose, Dawes, Moe

BorderlandFestival.com

 

Don’t forget, top touring acts will be performing at the Erie County Fair from Aug. 9-20 in Hamburg, as well as at the New York State Fair from Aug. 23-Sept. 4 in Syracuse.

 

Camping overnight at the festival in your RV? Don’t forget, you can get RV coverage for just $35!

AAA RV Coverage