HutchFest 2026 Returns for its Fourth Year of Music, Community, and Mission
Annual Music Festival Celebrates Local Music Culture With a Renewed Focus on The Crump Center for Performing Arts
Columbus, Indiana — HutchFest, Columbus' community-driven music festival, returns to downtown Columbus for its fourth year on Friday, April 24, and Saturday, April 25. The two-day event will feature local and regional musical talent, celebrating the vibrant culture of Columbus. This year's theme is British Invasion, headlined by The Rigbys, a regional Beatles tribute band, who will play at the Crump on Saturday, April 25.
HutchFest is produced by The Crump Center for Performing Arts, the newly formed non-profit organization leading the renovation and expansion of Indiana's oldest remaining theater.
Two Days of music with the Headliner on Saturday Night
The festival kicks off Friday evening, April 24, at downtown venues featuring regional bands. These performances are at 21+ venues and are presented without a cover charge:
4th Street Bar & Grill
The Garage Pub & Grill
The Eagles #741
The Moose Lodge #398
The main event is on Saturday, April 25, at 5:30 PM at The Crump (425 3rd Street). A $10 ticket provides access to The Crump. Food trucks will be on hand along with a :
6:00–8:00 PM: Revelators
8:30–10:30 PM: The Rigbys
Exclusive HutchFest 2026 Merchandise
Limited-edition HutchFest 2026 merchandise, including t-shirts, posters, insulated koozies, and buttons, will be available exclusively on Saturday, April 25, at The Crump.
Quotes from the Community
Laura Garrett, Board Chair, The Crump Center for Performing Arts: "The Crump is an iconic piece of our history, and events at the Crump play a vital role in displaying the strong need for its preservation and revival. We are proud to produce this year's event with the assistance of Landmark Columbus Foundation and are grateful to the community that continues to rally behind one of our most important cultural landmarks."
Richard McCoy, Executive Director, Landmark Columbus Foundation: "Every year, HutchFest brings people together, reinforcing Columbus's cultural fabric. This festival directly supports our shared efforts to preserve and celebrate the remarkable cultural heritage of this city."
Ben Wever, Site Administrator, Miller House and Garden: "HutchFest continues to exemplify Columbus' strong community spirit. The festival's growth this year is a testament to why we started it: to get more people excited about being at The Crump."
About HutchFest
HutchFest has grown into an annual tradition, attracting music enthusiasts and community supporters from across the region. It is named after Hutch Schumaker, a steadfast supporter of local arts and community initiatives. Through live music, HutchFest provides lasting support for cultural and preservation projects vital to Columbus, Indiana's identity.
Event Details at a Glance
Event: HutchFest 2026
Dates: Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25, 2026 (main event)
Time: 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: The Crump Center for Performing Arts
425 3rd Street, Columbus, Indiana
Tickets: Available online and at the door at HutchFest.org
Media Contact
Jamie Goldsborough
jamie@landmarkcolumbus.org
About The Crump Center for Performing Arts
The Crump, located in downtown Columbus, Indiana, is part of the Columbus Historic District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. thecrump.org
About Landmark Columbus Foundation
Landmark Columbus Foundation is a public resource and thought leader for Progressive Preservation in Bartholomew County; an advocate and educator for and about cultural heritage; and a source of inspiration to advance good design for public benefit throughout Indiana and beyond. To fulfill its mission, Landmark Columbus Foundation works in three key program areas intertwined in building the organization’s vision: Progressive Preservation, Exhibit Columbus, and Civic Design Institute. landmarkcolumbusfoundation.org
