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Published on January 23, 2026
Photo: Courtesy of Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame
Boston — The Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame (FARHOF) has announced performers and presenters for its second annual Induction Celebration, taking place March 24, 2026 on the stage of the historic Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston.
The exclusive evening will honor a landmark class of artists and industry leaders whose work has shaped Folk, Americana, and Roots music, while supporting FARHOF’s nonprofit mission to honor the past, celebrate the present, and nurture the future of American music.
The celebration will feature intimate tributes, live performances, and special presentations by inductees and distinguished guests, bringing together artists, peers, and supporters in a one-night gathering rooted in musical legacy and education. Attendance opportunities include sponsorships and a limited number of VIP tickets, which include a pre-ceremony reception and dinner. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 23, 2026 at FARHOF.org.
The Hall of Fame Celebration will be a star-studded affair, with attendance and performances by living inductees Judy Collins, Tom Rush, and Tom Paxton.
Additional performers and presenters include Brad and Graham Whitford, Paula Cole, Maggie Rose, Brendan Cleary, Crys Matthews, Ari Hest, Chrissi Poland, Bobby Rush, Lizz Wright, Quinn Sullivan, Dom Flemons, Vance Gilbert, Noel Paul Stookey, Don Law, Joe Spaulding, Anna Canoni, representatives of Farm Aid, and John Oates, among others.
The evening’s music will be anchored by a special Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame House Band assembled by Music Director Scott Sharrard (Gregg Allman Band), featuring Tony Leone (Little Feat), Mike Merritt (The Max Weinberg 7), Greg Leisz (Jackson Browne), and Eric Finland (George Clinton).
Tickets to the ceremony include a cocktail reception, a formal dinner prior to the induction program, and access to a silent auction featuring signed memorabilia, concert tickets, exclusive music experiences, and more.
2026 Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame Inductees
Living Artist
(A contemporary performer whose initial impact on the genre was at least 25 years prior to induction.)
Legacy Artist
(A performer whose initial impact on the genre was at least 45 years prior to induction.)
Industry / Non-Performer
(Honoring individuals whose creative or technical contributions shaped the sound and legacy of American music.)
The Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame is a cultural and educational initiative of the Boch Center, housed inside the historic Wang Theatre at 270 Tremont Street in Boston. Curated by the Museum Collective in partnership with the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music, FARHOF offers exhibits, artifacts, and educational experiences designed to honor musical legacies while nurturing new traditions for future generations.
Upcoming and recent exhibits include Music America: Iconic Objects from America’s Music History, This Wheel’s Still On Fire: The Legacy of Levon Helm, Joan Baez: A Life of Music, Art, and Activism, All Seeing Eye: Blue Note Records Through the Lens of Francis Wolff, Bruce Springsteen: Portraits of an American Music Icon, Arlo Guthrie: Native Son, Life in Six Strings, Don’t Think Twice: The Daniel Kramer Photographs of Bob Dylan, 1964–65, Boston: A Music Town, and The Wang Theatre: A Century of Great Music, alongside historic artifacts from the David Bieber Archives.
For updates, tour information, upcoming events, and exhibit details, visit www.FARHOF.org, and follow FARHOF on Facebook and Instagram.
About the Boch Center
The Boch Center is one of the nation’s leading nonprofit performing arts institutions and steward of Boston’s historic Wang and Shubert Theatres. Located in the city’s Theater District, the Boch Center presents a wide range of programming including theater, music, dance, comedy, Broadway, and family entertainment, while supporting extensive educational and community outreach initiatives throughout Greater Boston.
