So much great music to tune in to. So many places to groove, eat, drink, shop, and do cool things!
Follow the links below to see how you can make the most of HAAM Day 2026 Music Festival on September 22, 2026, and support local music by patronizing businesses that are pledging a portion of sales to HAAM. Let’s work together to keep music in Austin alive and well.
Tune In to Music All Day
(NEW!) HAAM Day Music Festival App - Plan your HAAM Day Music Festival with our NEW App. Create your own schedule, check out performers and places to eat, drink, shop, and do cool things to Support Local Music. You can even search by musician name or explore geners to make sure you don’t miss your favorite local artists!
HAAM Day Music Festival Curated Showcases - HAAM has curated over 20 Showcases and Specialty Performances all over Greater Austin, including The ABGB, Central Machine Works, Stubb’s Indoors, RADIO / EAST, the steps of the Texas State Capitol, and so much more!
Spotify Playlist - Tune into hundreds of local musicians on the official HAAM Day 2026 Music Festival Spotify Playlist. Great tunes to take with you!
HAAM Day 2026 Music Festival - Austin Chronicle Insert
August: Special Centerfold with Support Local Month information
September: Special Centerfold with HAAM Day 2026 Music Festival Poster
Support Local Businesses for
HAAM Day Music Festival
Search the businesses that support HAAM Day Music Festival and plan where to eat, drink, shop, listen & do cool stuff in support of live music. Discover how our Super-Fans are stepping up to support HAAM Day Music Festival on September 22 and throughout September!
September is Support Local Music Month - “Support Local Music Month” is a month-long celebration of what makes Austin special: its musicians and the creatives who create the music we all enjoy.
HAAM Day Music Festival Pop-Up Shops + Pig-A-Pick - Play Pick-a-Pig and shop our HAAM merch at five HAAM Day Music Festival Pop-Up Shops, including the HAAM Day Music Festival Headquarters at the SoCo H-E-B! Use our App to find the location nearest you or shop online!
Why HAAM Day Music Festival
Learn more about the HAAM story, its mission, services and impact. Click to see why we need your help to keep music in Austin alive and well!
HAAMY Banks: Turn your spare change into a melody of support with our new HAAMY Banks, proudly sponsored by PNC!
HAAM Member Stories
Check out these powerful stories from HAAM members about how HAAM services has positively impacted their lives. These stories reflect why it is so important to support the HAAM mission to keep music in Austin alive & well.
Jaime Ospina
“In the nine years I’ve lived in Austin, it hasn’t gotten any easier to be a musician. But by taking away the concern about affording healthcare, HAAM is giving mental space for musicians to create music and stay in Austin.”
Thor Harris
“Music is the heartbeat of my life and the energy that fuels my creativity. I feel blessed to live in Austin and be a part of HAAM. I was shocked when I learned everything HAAM offers. My peers in other cities don’t have access to this type of support.”
Paula Maya
“HAAM provides peace of mind. I know that if something serious ever happens to me, my insurance will cover most of it.”
Naomi Stinnett
“Music is a central part of Austin’s culture & economy. Musicians are what put Austin on the map as a cultural destination and helped it grow into one of the top cities in the world. HAAM is a vital resource, especially in a city full of musicians. It’s keeping the heartbeat of Austin alive by keeping musicians in good health.”
Tropicana Joe
“As I was recovering at the hospital from a health emergency last year, my ability to work and play gigs suffered. I’m glad that I can now focus on my DJ career now that I’m healthy again. HAAM helped me a lot with my medical bills as I was recovering I was really close to dying, and I have immense gratitude for HAAM helping me.”
DJ KICKIT
“Music is the heartbeat of my life and the energy that fuels my creativity. I feel blessed to live in Austin and be a part of HAAM. I was shocked when I learned everything HAAM offers. My peers in other cities don’t have access to this type of support.”