Shine Music Festival

Welcome to Shine Music Festival

Where Inclusion Takes Center Stage

Shine Music Festival is a one-of-a-kind event dedicated to reimagining the live music experience through the lens of accessibility, inclusion, and innovation. Since our first festival, we've been on a mission to break down barriers and create an environment where people of all abilities can enjoy live music-together.

At Shine, accessibility isn’t an afterthought, it’s the foundation. We blend universal design principles with cutting-edge adaptive technology to ensure that everyone, regardless of physical, sensory, or cognitive ability, can fully participate. From vibrotactile dance floors and full-body sound experiences to sensory-friendly zones, accessible pathways, captioning glasses, and inclusive artist interactions, Shine brings people together in a space where music transcends limitations.

Why We Paused in 2025

As many nonprofits are experiencing, fundraising in today’s landscape is more challenging than ever. After careful consideration, we’ve made the difficult decision to pause Shine Music Festival in 2025. But this isn’t a step back-it’s a strategic move forward.

We're using this time to solidify Shine’s foundation, deepen our impact, and prepare for the most inclusive, immersive, and unforgettable Shine Music Festival yet, coming in 2026.

Looking Ahead: Help Us Build What’s Next

We’re actively seeking sponsors, partners, and champions who believe in the power of music to unite, heal, and empower. Your support helps us:

Plan and produce the 2026 Shine Music Festival
Launch new Education, Advocacy, and Technology programs
Expand Shine’s year-round impact beyond the stage and into schools, venues, and communities across the country

Together, we can build a future where everyone, regardless of ability, has equal access to the joy and connection of live music.