HAAM Day Music Festival

FAQ

About HAAM Day Music Festival

How you can make the most of HAAM Day 2026 Music Festival?

Your Complete Guide to HAAM Day can be found HERE.

Is HAAM Day Music Festival free to attend?

Yes! All HAAM Day Music Festival curated performances are free and open to the public across 120+ venues throughout Greater Austin. Some participating venues may book their own music or event and charge a cover or ticket price, and pledge a portion of proceeds to HAAM.

Is HAAM Day Music Festival family-friendly?

Yes! All HAAM Day Music Festival kid-friendly performances are tagged in the app. If you see “Kid-Friendly” next to the venue name, it’s a go!

Is HAAM Day Music Festival dog-friendly?

All HAAM Day Music Festival dog-friendly venues have been tagged. If you see “Dog-Friendly” next to the venue name, your leashed furry bestie is welcome to join in on the fun!

How can I support the cause while using the app?

The festival exists to support the health of local music for the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM), providing low-income, working musicians access to affordable healthcare, dental, vision, and mental wellness services. You can support HAAM directly via the Support HAAM button on the app's navigation bar or footer.

What 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. Learn more HERE!

How do I get an invite to the HAAM Day Music Festival After Party?

People who give $250 or more by 11:59 pm on 9/22/26 will get an invite to the HAAM Day Music Festival After Party on Tuesday, September 29th!

General Information

What is the HAAM Day Music Festival app?

The HAAM Day Music Festival app (powered by FestHub) is your interactive guide for exploring the world’s largest single-day, all-local music festival. It allows you to browse the complete lineup, explore participating venues across Greater Austin, customize your schedule, and participate in festival activities like HAAM Bingo.

How do I find participating venues near me?

Navigate to the Places tab or the Map tab. Venues are tagged by category to help you discover:

  • Showcases & Live Music: Traditional venues, pop-up stages, and specialty daytime sets (including H-E-B stages, local parks, and airport performances).
  • Where to Eat & Drink: Local restaurants, food halls, bars, and breweries supporting HAAM Day.
  • Where to Shop & Do Cool Things: Local businesses and community hubs offering special festival promotions.

Are there performances before HAAM Day?

Yes. Some artists host preview sets, pop‑ups, or warm‑up shows in the days leading up to HAAM Day. These early events appear in the app, so check your schedule and explore what’s happening around town.

How do I build my HAAM Day schedule?

Log in to the festival app and tap “My Schedule.” You can browse artists, venues, and set times, then add performances to create your personalized lineup by clicking the + icon next to any set to bookmark it. Your schedule updates in real time and can be shared with friends.

Can I share my schedule with friends?

Yes. After building your schedule, tap Share to send your lineup via text, social media, or email. It’s the easiest way to coordinate meetups and plan your route together.

Why should I log in?

Logging in unlocks:

  • Personalized schedules
  • Sharing your lineup with friends
  • Saving favorite artists and venues
  • Getting alerts about schedule changes or early performances happening before HAAM Day
Will the schedule change?

Sometimes. Artists may adjust set times or venues may update their programming. The app will notify you of changes, and your schedule will update automatically.

Do I need an account to browse the lineup?

No. You can explore artists, venues, and set times without logging in. Logging in simply unlocks personalization features.

What is HAAM Bingo?

HAAM Bingo is an interactive app feature that lets attendees earn check-in badges by visiting different venues and showcases throughout September and HAAM Day Music Festival on September 22nd. To track your progress, log in via the HAAM Bingo link. You can begin redeeming your HAAM Bingo prizes on October 1.

How do I get around between venues?

The app shows travel time between venues and helps you plan your route. Some venues are walkable, while others may require a quick rideshare, bus trip, or bike ride. Building your schedule early helps you avoid tight transitions.

About the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM)

What is HAAM's Mission?

The mission of the Health Alliance for Austin Musicians (HAAM) is to provide Austin-area musicians access to affordable health, wellness, and prevention services to strengthen their quality of life in support of our vibrant music culture.

Since the organization was founded in 2005, HAAM has helped musicians, DJs, and music teachers across Travis and surrounding counties access over $215 million in healthcare services.

How can I support HAAM outside of HAAM Day Music Festival?
How can I join HAAM?

You are eligible to join HAAM if you:

  • Live in Travis or surrounding counties
  • Have an annual tax household income at or below 400% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL)
    • Self-employed? Be sure to use your net income after expenses.
    • Work for an employer? Use your gross wages.
  • Work as a musician, music teacher, or DJ (part-time or full-time)

FestHub Support & Policies

Do you sell my personal information?

In short: no. FestHub.app has a strict privacy policy that prohibits selling, sharing, or distributing personally identifiable information. Most festivals use aggregated and anonymized data to share their success with sponsors, partners, and other stakeholders, but we work to make sure we aren't leaving a trail of breadcrumbs to your door.

I Can't Log In, Check In, etc

Got a technical question? Create a ticket on our support page and we'll get back to you as quickly as possible. Note that during peak festival traffic we may be slow to respond, but we'll do our best.