The Beach Boys To Headline Bethel Woods’ Anniversary Bash
In 2006, Alan Berry, the founder of Cablevision Industries, envisioned a nonprofit venue for cultural renewal and economic revitalization in Sullivan County, New York, and brought it to life at the site of the 1969 Woodstock festival.
Fast forward to 2026, Bethel Woods Center for the Arts turns 20 on the 1969 Woodstock Music and Art Fair location in Bethel, New York. Today, you find an amazing museum that focuses not only on the music festival but also on the entire 60s era, along with a gift shop, cafe, and other offerings.
Bethel Woods Center for the Arts plans to celebrate the past two decades with a special Anniversary Celebration, featuring The Beach Boys on Friday, July 24, with special guests to be announced, with tickets priced at $20 for lawn and pavilion areas. Kids under 12 get in free.
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Officials at Bethel Woods noted that this 20th anniversary celebration serves as a moment of profound gratitude, designed as a direct "thank you" to residents and supporters whose commitment has helped make Bethel Woods part of the cultural fabric of the region.
The Bethel Woods Museum and Amphitheater consistently rank among the best in their category across the United States. It's a nationally recognized campus for live music, arts education, camping, and historical interpretation, with close to five million visitors over 20 years, including reaching over 15,000 students and participants annually through its education programs.
In a world that can feel divided, people are looking for places that bring them together in a real way. Bethel Woods has always been more than a venue. It’s a place where music, art, and community foster connection and help us imagine what comes next. This anniversary is a chance to reflect on what we’ve created and recommit to the future we’re shaping together. This concert is a tribute to those in our community who have given so much of themselves to this site. They are the reason peace still happens here, and this celebration is our way of recognizing the vital role they play in our past and our future. - Eric Frances, CEO of Bethel Woods Center for the Arts
The anniversary concert on July 24th will also feature creative arts activities, additional live entertainment across the campus, sponsor activations, and a celebratory fireworks finale. Bethel Woods is also pursuing designation as a National Historic Landmark leading up to the 60th anniversary of Woodstock.
For more information on this special anniversary event and general information, visit the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts website.
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