Very happy Gregory Burrus Productions has been selected produce and curate the live music for 2026 MayFest. Get ready for epic tunes and World Cup vibes at MAYFEST 2026 Springfield Ave — live music and fan fun all day!

Get Ready for MAYFEST 2026!

Celebrate spring with live performances, community activities, and an exclusive stop from the NY/NJ 2026 World Cup Fan Bus. Music, vendors, and family fun all along Springfield Avenue.

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MAYFEST 2026 returns to Springfield Avenue with a full day of live music, community energy, local vendors, global flavors, and a special appearance by the NY/NJ 2026 World Cup Fan Bus. Maplewood’s signature spring street festival brings together thousands for rhythm, culture, and neighborhood pride — and this year’s music lineup is the strongest yet.

Live Music All Day — Curated for Community Energy

This year’s MayFest stage features a powerful mix of jazz, soul, Latin, blues, R&B, and festival‑ready grooves — all curated to keep Springfield Avenue moving from the first downbeat to the final applause.

2026 Music Lineup

• New Jersey DJ Services LLC — All‑day festival soundtrack, smooth transitions, and community‑driven energy
• Alex Desrivieres Band — Jazz‑infused soul with deep NJ/NY roots
• Manuela Zapata — Latin‑jazz warmth and global rhythmic color
• Yasmeena Sharif — Soulful vocals with modern R&B edge
• Badia Farha — Broadway‑level power, funk, and feel‑good fire
• Lynette Sheard Live — Soul, jazz, and blues from one of NJ’s most beloved voices
• Laurie Vega — Latin soul, bilingual brilliance, and festival‑ready charisma
• David Easton Band — High‑energy rock‑soul fusion with crowd‑moving groove
• Jacqueline Harmon Johnson — Bluesy warmth, jazz elegance, and signature stage presence

NY/NJ 2026 World Cup Fan Bus

The official World Cup Fan Engagement Bus rolls onto Springfield Avenue with interactive experiences, photo ops, giveaways, and global soccer excitement. A major regional attraction — and only here for one day.

Vendors, Food & Family Fun

Explore seven blocks of:

• Local makers & artisans
• Global food trucks & neighborhood restaurants
• Kids’ activities & inflatables
• Community organizations & small businesses

A full community celebration — free, open to all, and built for families.

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