Guster Announces Lineup For On The Ocean Festival 

Details are here for Guster’s eighth annual On The Ocean, the rock band’s three-day celebration of music, community and curated experiences in Portland, Maine. The group will take the stage for multiple performances, including a special anniversary performance of its fifth album, Ganging Up On The Sun.

Today’s announcement promises that fans can expect “to experience Portland through performances, outdoor adventures, conversations, and family-friendly programming.”

The fest is happening Aug. 7-9, starting with a sold-out performance by Guster with the Portland Symphony Orchestra at Merrill Auditorium.

Saturday and Sunday’s happenings take place at Thompson’s Point. Saturday features Guster joined by Iron & Wine, The Barr Brothers, Bebe Stockwell, Dave Butler & Friends and Cilla Bonnie. Sunday highlights include Guster’s performance of Ganging Up On The Sun as well as sets from Watchhouse, Neal Francis, Eggy and Khatumu.

Optional fan experiences and community activities across the city include “daily harbor cruises on Casco Bay (Saturday and Sunday), guided bike tours of Portland’s lighthouse loop, kayak rentals on the bay, a partnership with Bissell Brothers Brewery featuring an exclusive beer co-created with Adam Gardner, free admission for families to the Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine, a REVERB trail cleanup, and new this year, the Easy Wonderful 5K, a casual run or walk designed for all levels.”

“It means a lot to me personally to welcome everyone to Maine,” said Adam Gardner of Guster. “This is a beautiful area that I’m proud to call home, and On The Ocean has become our way of sharing it with fans from everywhere. We try to build a weekend that’s more than concerts — it’s a curated chance to experience the music, the water, the neighborhoods, and all the things that make it such a special place.”

Additional details including hours of the On The Ocean weekend activities will be announced soon.

Tickets are on sale now at ontheoceanfest.com, with two-day general admission passes available for $130 and single-day tickets priced at $70 in advance and $75 day-of-show for both Saturday and Sunday. Specially priced kids tickets include $20 for single-day admission (Saturday or Sunday) or $30 for a two-day combo pass.  

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