Hosted by the Bird Rock Community Council (BRCC)
MUSIC @ BIRDSTOCK 2026
The Big Wave Stage will feature host Rick Savage of 91X this year!
Rick is 91X’s Music Director and on the air every weekday from 6am-12pm. A Poway kid raised on 91X, his journey in radio began with a stint at the station in the early 2000’s and led to positions at KROQ, Apple Music, the NFL and more. Favorite artists include Green Day, Rancid, Unwritten Law, Agent 51, The Clash, and Kendrick Lamar.
Follow Rick on his socials:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ricksavage
- X: https://x.com/ricksavage
- 91X on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/91xsandiego
- 91X on X: https://x.com/91X
2026 band info - APPLICATION NOW CLOSED
THANKS SO MUCH FOR YOUR INTEREST IN APPLYING TO PLAY AT BIRDSTOCK!
The band application form is now CLOSED due to high interest and applications!
We're looking for talented musicians and performers of all kinds (and ages!) to take the stage!
Whether you’re a solo acoustic artist, a full band, or a kid-friendly act (music and any engaging performance), we want to hear from you.
We’re booking for:
- Main Stage, located within the roundabout at Bird Rock Ave.
- Acoustic Stages, located within merchant venues and North Stage of the festival
- Kids’ Stage (music and other engaging performances such as fire dancer, roller skater, hula hooper, aerial yoga, contortionist etc.)
- Inside Beaumont's Eatery .
How to Apply
To be considered, please fill out the application form completely. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
🗓 Deadline to apply: CLOSED! THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR ENTHUSIASTIC INTEREST!
📬 All applicants will be notified by: July 1, 2026
Please note:
· Only main stage performers are compensated. This is a non-profit community event.
· Submission does not guarantee a performance slot.
· Performer slots are limited.