"For the last decade, festivals have grown bigger, but they haven't necessarily felt more connected. We wanted to build something that feels curated, community-driven, and rooted in New York."
Papa Roach singer Jacoby Shaddix stated, 'We've had some unforgettable moments on ShipRocked, and the 2027 edition will bring even more. We'll see you ShipRockers out on the high seas!'
Open Stages was born from the same grief and isolation, and the natural human instinct to gather. Now it's become an annual ritual in Park Slope and a reminder that music not only uplifts everyone, but unites us, too.
The Fest 2026 will feature performances from The Bouncing Souls and PUP, each playing two sets, alongside a variety of other bands including The Impossibles and Texas is the Reason.
The inaugural Neverender Festival happens on October 3 & 4 at Observatory Festival Grounds in Santa Ana, CA, featuring Coheed and Cambria as one of the headliners performing their 2012-2013 double album The Afterman in full.