Lumberstock 2026 was unreal!
Next up: 2027!
It was a huge success, and we can't thank the sponsors, the bands, and the audience enough. You showed up, you got loud, and you turned Chestnut Plaza into something we will be talking about all year. The plaza is quiet again for now, but not for long. We are already cooking up next year, and you are going to want to be there. Same energy, bigger sound....
Chestnut Plaza Stillwater, Minnesota • 2027 planning is in the works
2026 recap coming soon
The 2026 video is in the works. First look drops on Instagram — for now, here's 2025.
So what is LumberStock?
Lumberstock is a live, local music gathering that brings together young bands, friends, families, and neighbors for a few hours of sound, energy, and connection. It gives youth musicians a real stage and a real audience, while creating an easy, welcoming way for the community to come together around music. No tickets. No barriers. Just people showing up to support creativity and each other.
Set against the historic Stillwater Lift Bridge at Chestnut Plaza, Lumberstock blends music, place, and community into something that feels special but relaxed. You can come for one band or stay for the whole show. Bring a chair, bring friends, or just wander through and listen. It is free, open to everyone, and built around the simple idea that live music is better when it is shared.
Sponsors
2026 wouldn't have happened without you. Thank you!
Local support keeps this free and loud
Fantastic handcrafted sodas from Stillwater. They are rock-and-roll in a bottle. 🥤
Thanks to Lift Bridge for providing the stage at this event. Lift Bridge rocks.
Building great spaces by day, hauling amps and drum kits by night.
Where volume knobs are optional, enthusiasm is mandatory, and future rock legends learn their first power chord.
Keeping smiles as bright as the stage lights and as confident as a lead guitarist’s solo.
Sore backs from hauling amps or stiff necks from too much head-banging? We got you!
A treasure trove for musicians. Buy, sell, or trade instruments and gear, then walk out ready to start your next band. 🎸
Your guide to the shops, food, music, and fun that make Stillwater unforgettable. 🌊🎶
Proud veterans serving the community with military spirit, good company, and cold drinks. 🇺🇸🍻
Helping companies lift, shift, and rock the AWS cloud ☁️🎸
Fresh cuts for people who refuse to play quiet.
Stillwater’s hometown pizza legends, keeping the crowd fueled for decades. 🍕🎸
Backing local bands and helping families find great homes. Boege Dean hits all the right notes.
Where local bands refuel between soundcheck and showtime. Leo’s Grill serves up hits you can literally eat.
Great food served in funky place that makes you want to start a garage band immediately!
Auditions
Auditions aren't open at this time
Please check back later for audition dates and details.
Sponsor interest
Want your logo here? Want to help keep Lumberstock free and community powered? Tell us what you have in mind and we will follow up with sponsor options.
Want to help a bunch of local kids turn practice into a real stage moment. Sponsoring Lumberstock is a simple way to fuel creativity, back the community, and make Stillwater a little louder in the best way. Better yet, Lumberstock Inc is recognized as a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (Tax ID: 41-2679962).
The Lumberstock team will promote sponsors on this page, at the event, and across social media. Click below to email us, and we will share options and next steps.
Get Involved and Stay Connected
Consider Donating
Lumberstock is free to attend, but it is not free to run. If you are able, a small personal tax deductable donation helps make it possible. Thanks!
Contact Us
Hey, if you need to connect with us, just send an email to lumberstockmusicfest@gmail.com.