Elmira Alt-Rock Fest ft. Tonic + Ryan Key & Stephen Christian.

ELMIRA ALT-ROCK FEST

Tonic • Ryan Key of Yellowcard • Stephen Christian of Anberlin • Plus More

Elmira, get ready for a full day of live music.

Elmira Alt-Rock Fest takes over the grounds of Elmira Country Club on Saturday, September 5, 2026, bringing together national alt-rock favorites, acoustic performances from iconic voices of the 2000s, and some of the region’s best local bands for one outdoor music fest.

FEATURING

TONIC
The multi-platinum rock band behind hits including “If You Could Only See,” “Open Up Your Eyes,” and “You Wanted More” comes to Elmira for a full live performance.

RYAN KEY OF YELLOWCARD
The unmistakable voice behind Yellowcard performs a special acoustic set featuring songs from one of the defining bands of the 2000s alternative and pop-punk era.

STEPHEN CHRISTIAN OF ANBERLIN
The original lead singer of Anberlin brings an intimate acoustic performance featuring music spanning the band’s catalog.

PLUS: Jet Black Maps, Second Suitor, Burden My Surrender, Magenta NYS

This isn’t a quick concert. It’s an all-day outdoor alt-rock festival built for fans who grew up on alternative rock, pop-punk and the soundtrack of the 2000s.

Come early, grab a drink, hang out with friends and spend the day outside with live music leading into Tonic closing out the night.

EVENT DETAILS

📍 Elmira Country Club — Elmira, NY
📅 Saturday, September 5, 2026
🚪 Gates Open: 1:00 PM
🎸 Live Music: 2:00 PM–8:45 PM
🎟 General Admission Outdoor Festival

Food and beverages will be available throughout the event.

A portion of the event supports Forever2Six and the Elmira Aviators.

One day. Seven bands. National artists. Local favorites.

Don’t wait until the week of the show.

Get your tickets now and be part of the first Elmira Alt-Rock Fest.