Arrowhead Ranch continues its 2026 concert season with a lineup that showcases nationally touring artists, regional favorites, and emerging talent in one of the Catskills’ premier outdoor concert settings.
Located in Sullivan County, Arrowhead Ranch has become a destination for music fans looking to pair live performances with camping, scenic surroundings, and a relaxed festival-style atmosphere. Throughout the season, the venue welcomes audiences from across the Northeast for weekends centered around music and community.
Curated by Veteran Promoter Marty Weinbaum
Much of the programming at Arrowhead Ranch is curated by veteran promoter Marty Weinbaum, whose decades of experience in the live music industry continue to shape the venue’s concert calendar. In addition to operating his own booking company, Weinbaum serves as a booking agent at New York City’s legendary The Bitter End, bringing industry relationships and experience that help attract an eclectic mix of artists to the Catskills.
The 2026 schedule reflects that approach, blending jam bands, Americana, rock, blues, and improvisational music while creating opportunities for both established touring acts and rising performers.
Upcoming Shows
The remaining 2026 lineup features several notable events that continue Arrowhead Ranch’s tradition of presenting diverse live music experiences. The season continues on Saturday, July 25, with Arrowhead Revival, featuring Creamery Station, Misty Mountain Ramblers, Johnny Jules and Friends, Finally Balanced, and Jerry Jive.
On Saturday, August 1, the venue hosts acclaimed singer-songwriter Cris Jacobs alongside members of The Wolf Pack. That same day also features the 3rd Annual Local Music & Art Expo, highlighting regional musicians, artists, and local vendors.
The summer continues on Saturday, August 15, when Grammy-nominated guitarist Stanley Jordan performs an evening dedicated to the music of the Grateful Dead and Jimi Hendrix, showcasing the innovative touch-style technique that has made him one of the most respected guitarists of his generation.
More Than Just a Concert Venue
Arrowhead Ranch has developed a reputation as more than a place to see live music. The combination of outdoor performances, on-site camping, and a welcoming atmosphere has made it a popular destination for fans looking to spend an entire weekend immersed in music.
With several events still to come this season, Arrowhead Ranch continues to strengthen its position as one of the Catskills’ unique live music destinations.
A Conversation with Marty Weinbaum
To learn more about the vision behind the 2026 concert season, we caught up with promoter Marty Weinbaum to discuss this year’s lineup, his booking philosophy, the artists appearing at Arrowhead Ranch, and what fans can expect from the remainder of the season. Read the full interview below.
- Looking ahead to the rest of the season, which upcoming event are you personally most excited about, and why?
Truly I am excited about all of them! Hard to pick one over the other but with the proverbial gun to my head, I would choose Cris Jacobs and The Wolfpack. I was turned on to Cris about 8 years ago as I was dating someone in Maryland where he owned the club scene. I saw a tribute to Jerry Garcia and I was hooked. Found his albums and a way I went down the rabbit hole. I then saw him on JamCruise in 2019 and was mesmerized. With The Wolfpack (Bob Weir’s string and horn section) complementing his sound, this will be an epic show for us.
- Arrowhead has become more than just a concert venue—it’s turning into a destination. What do you hope first-time visitors experience when they spend a weekend at the ranch?
Arrowhead Ranch is special. Back in 1991, Bill Graham came to the site and dubbed it “The Fillmore of the Catskills” and began booking new bands like Phish, Widespread Panic, Blues Traveler, Spin Doctors, Ziggy Marley, The Band, Billy Preston, Richie Havens, Max Creek and many others. Unfortunately we lost Bill a couple of months later in October of 1991.
We want folks that come to the ranch to experience all we have to offer, from beautiful campsites to our horse rescue to the amazing views and most recently, the last installation on the Woodstock Dove Trail, preserving the legacy of Arrowhead Ranch and growingSOUL, a non profit dedicated to assisting the food insecure. And of course the quality music that we have!!
- You’ve booked a diverse lineup this summer. How do you decide which artists fit the Arrowhead vibe, and what can fans expect from the shows still to come?
This year is our revival year. We are a unique venue in that we are 25 minutes away from Bethel Woods, so we tried to pair up our shows with what is going on there and make it accessible to those going to BW for the evening concert. Our shows start at noon and end around 4pm so that people have the ability to get back to BW and tailgate. As you know, you don’t want to arrive at BW too early and park at top of hill or you will be stuck in traffic leaving for about two hours. We feel we are providing a secret tip that gets people there a little later but they will thank us in the end for not just a great day of music, but for saving the hair from being pulled out of their head!
So as an example of how we chose the acts for Arrowhead, I looked to see who may have had a connection with Billy Strings knowing those shows would sell out immediately. I had seen Billy Strings during his Halloween run last year in Baltimore and Cris Jacobs sat in for the show (funny his costume was the Invisible Man) and he really brought it! Billy also sat in on Cris’s last album so it only seemed logical to see if he was available. After I had booked him, the management called me and asked if they could include The Wolfpack on the bill. No brainer…
For Stanley Jordan, I have had him perform a few times at The Bitter End in Greenwich Village in NYC over the past couple of years. I reached out and thought about having him do his Grateful Dead tribute and Jimi Hendrix tribute (he literally becomes Jimi in all ways) during Woodstock anniversary weekend and he said yes immediately!
We have already been contacted by several top bands for next year!
- Every venue has its own personality. What makes seeing a show at Arrowhead Ranch different from seeing the same artist in a traditional club or theater?
Fresh air and breathtaking views. It is simple. Dancing around with your feet in the grass, hearing the tunes pervade the air in the mountains is special.
- For someone who’s been thinking about checking out Arrowhead but hasn’t made the trip yet, which remaining event would you tell them they absolutely shouldn’t miss?
Again, every show was curated specifically for the date it was booked so they all should not be missed. And for $25/ticket, we have made it affordable for all!!
- As Arrowhead continues to grow and restore its place in Catskills music history, what new experiences or improvements are you most excited to introduce over the next year or two?
We are looking forward to several infrastructure projects that will happen over the next few years including receiving our NYS certified camping permit, and other upgrades to the property to make it a more inviting experience for all. We are looking for sponsors for our various projects so head to www.arrowheadranch.org if you would like to help.
- If you could describe the rest of the 2026 Arrowhead season in just a few words, what would you want people to know before they pack up the tent, grab some friends, and head to the ranch?
Break out your rockin shoes and get ready to dance!!!!
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