599 Fest is an all ages celebration of Northern California’s indie music community, bringing together local bands and artists from Redding and Chico. While the annual two day festival remains the centerpiece of what we do, 599 Fest also presents Curated by 599 Fest events throughout the year that continue to spotlight the artists, venues, and creative communities that make this area so amazing!

Interstate 5 and Highway 99 connect these towns not just geographically, but musically. For years, the Redding and Chico scenes have traded shows, shared stages, and kept things moving. When a venue closes in one city, another pops up in the other. Bands, musicians, and ideas have always traveled these roads, pushing each other forward.

Through both our annual festival and Curated by 599 Fest events, we bring that connection into one place. Whether it's a packed weekend festival, a special showcase, or a community gathering, our goal remains the same: to create opportunities for discovery, collaboration, and connection.

It’s about finding new bands, catching up with old friends, and celebrating the venues and friendships that have shaped our local music scene.

Live music, real community. This is what 599 Fest is all about.