Fountain Hills Hosts Free 'Party Rock' Music Fest | The Locally Times
The Town of Fountain Hills will host a free music festival on April 4, 2026, in Fountain Park, featuring three live bands, food trucks, and local beverage vendors.
Fountain Hills is set to transform Fountain Park into a vibrant, free concert venue on Saturday, April 4, 2026, for its 'Party Rock' Music Fest, featuring three live acts, local food trucks, and a beer and wine garden. As the Locally Times reported previously, the town announced plans for a free music festival. New information from the Town of Fountain Hills indicates the event will run for five hours, offering diverse musical genres and practical details for attendees. ## Live Music Lineup and Schedule The 'Party Rock' Music Fest, scheduled from 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sandra Bassett will open the festival, performing Motown and Disco from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Following this, The Black Hole will take the stage from 5:45 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., offering '70s Rock and Blues. The evening will conclude with Iconic, performing '80s Rock and Pop from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. ## Community Experience and Offerings Beyond the musical performances, the festival aims to provide a comprehensive community experience. The March 17 news alert details the inclusion of food trucks and a beer and wine garden. Local vendors Bone Haus Brewing and Grapeables Wine Bar will offer beverages. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets to enjoy the live music and atmosphere. The Town of Fountain Hills news alert describes the event as a high-energy gathering designed to keep the dance floor full. The specific types of food trucks and the cost of food and beverages are not detailed in the available town records. Information regarding parking availability or potential street closures for the event is also not provided. ## Broader Town Engagement The 'Party Rock' Music Fest represents one of several community engagement initiatives by the Town of Fountain Hills. The event is listed among other upcoming activities on the town's official website, including various commission meetings and additional concerts scheduled for April 2026. Concurrently with the planning for community events, the town is also preparing for its Primary Election, scheduled for August 4, 2026, to elect a Mayor and three Councilmembers. The candidate filing period for this election began on March 7, 2026, and will conclude at 5:00 p.m. on April 6, 2026, according to a January 22, 2026, town news alert. This overlap highlights the town's dual focus on civic participation and community recreation. ## Key Questions **What is the cost to attend the 'Party Rock' Music Fest?** The 'Party Rock' Music Fest is a free event for all attendees. **What should I bring to the festival?** Guests are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets to Fountain Park for the event. **When does the music festival take place?** The festival is scheduled for Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.