Rage Against the Machine co-founder and longtime activist Tom Morello has announced the “Power to the People” festival — described as a “non-partisan celebration of peace, justice, solidarity, music, and community action” — taking place Saturday, October 3, 2026 at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, MD, near Washington D.C.
The concert will feature Foo Fighters, Dave Matthews, Bruce Springsteen (in what is billed a “special guest,” , Joan Baez, Brittany Howard, Dropkick Murphys, Jack Black (featuring Roman Morello, Revel Ian, Yoyoka Soma and Hugo Weiss), Serj Tankian, Cypress Hill, Killer Mike, Grandson, Taylor Momsen, Matt Cameron, the Linda Lindas, and Tom Morello, alongside artwork and a DJ set by artist Shepard Fairey.
Morello, currently on tour with Bruce Springsteen, announced the festival onstage at Washington D.C.’s Nationals Park Wednesday night. Pre-sale begins Friday, May 29 at 10AM ET with general on-sale happening this Saturday, May 30 at 10AM ET. For more information visit http://www.powertothepeoplefest.com.
“The Power to the People festival is about freedom, justice, equality and rock and roll,” says Morello. “It’s about the power everyday human beings have when they come together through music, art, community, and action. We’re honored to bring this incredible lineup to the DC area for a day that celebrates the spirit of activism, creativity, and hope.”
In addition to performances across two stages, attendees will have the opportunity to engage with nonprofit organizations, advocacy groups, artists, and community partners in the festival’s Freedom Village — an immersive space highlighting opportunities for civic engagement, grassroots organizing, education, mutual aid, and social impact initiatives. A portion of the proceeds from all ticket sales plus 100% of the net proceeds from VIP tickets will be donated to VoteRiders – a pro-democracy, pro-voter organization working to restore and strengthen democracy by eliminating confusing and restrictive ID-related barriers to the ballot box – and HeadCount who will also be on site to help fans register to vote and learn more about how to participate in upcoming elections.
Additional participating organizations, activations, and special guests will be announced in the coming weeks.
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