Supernova International Ska Festival

Supernova International Ska Festival The Supernova International Ska Festival is the largest ska festival in the U.S. and takes place on September 12-13, 2026 at Fort Monroe in Hampton, Virginia.
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The 2025 Supernova international Ska Festival will take place on September 12-14 at historic Fort Monroe in Hampton, Virginia.

Dozens of tall ships are sailing by Supernova beach today at Fort Monroe.
06/19/2026

Dozens of tall ships are sailing by Supernova beach today at Fort Monroe.

We're beyond excited to welcome The English Beat to Supernova 2026!Did you know they were part of one of the most iconic...
06/18/2026

We're beyond excited to welcome The English Beat to Supernova 2026!

Did you know they were part of one of the most iconic movie scenes of the 1980s? As Ferris races home in the final minutes of Ferris Bueller's Day Off, the soundtrack is The English Beat's "March of the Swivel Heads."

Even cooler: here's a photo from 1985 of Dave Wakeling with John Hughes and the cast of Ferris Bueller's Day Off at Wrigley Field.

See The English Beat live at the beach at Supernova Ska Festival, September 12–13 at Fort Monroe.

🎟️ Tickets: supernovaska.com

06/17/2026

One of the best horn sections in the world!

Here's Girl Take It Easy at Supernova 2025. The Pietasters are back at Supernova on Sunday, September 13 with Jeff Rosenstock, Yellowman, Bumpin Uglies, Chris Murray, The Planet Smashers, Rude Girl R***e, and tons more.

September 12–13, 2026
Fort Monroe • Hampton, VA
Tickets going fast at supernovaska.com/tickets

Most music festivals aren’t built for families — but then again, most festivals also aren’t steps from the beach.Bring t...
06/16/2026

Most music festivals aren’t built for families — but then again, most festivals also aren’t steps from the beach.

Bring the kids out for a full weekend of music, sunshine, and fun at Supernova Ska Festival.

• Dedicated kids’ area
• Activities all weekend long
• Beach access right next to the festival
• Come and go throughout the day

September 12–13, 2026
Fort Monroe • Hampton, VA
Get tickets at supernovaska.com/tickets

06/15/2026

Out Of Control Army from Mexico never disappoints! This year, they will be in great company on Saturday, September 12 with English Beat, Derrick Morgan, The Slackers, The Impossibles, and The Aggrolites. Here's Lillith from their 2023 Supernova set.

September 12–13, 2026
Fort Monroe • Hampton, VA
Get tickets at supernovaska.com/tickets

Please raise a glass for our newest Supernova partner: Virago Spirits Straight out of Richmond’s Diamond District, Vira...
06/14/2026

Please raise a glass for our newest Supernova partner: Virago Spirits

Straight out of Richmond’s Diamond District, Virago crafts classically inspired spirits with a creative twist, and they’ll be bringing their incredible rum to the beach all weekend long at Supernova 2026.

Expect specialty rum cocktails and some great vibes all weekend. Cheers to a great new partnership!

September 12–13, 2026
Fort Monroe • Hampton, VA
Get tickets at supernovaska.com/tickets

There is a decent chance we will be adding a new artist near the top of the bill. Working out the details this week. On ...
06/13/2026

There is a decent chance we will be adding a new artist near the top of the bill. Working out the details this week.

On Saturday, September 12, we already have English Beat, Out Of Control Army, Derrick Morgan OD, The Impossibles, The Slackers, The Aggrolites, Catbite, and more

On Sunday, September 13, it's Jeff Rosenstock, Yellowman, The Pietasters, Bumpin Uglies, The Planet Smashers, Suburban Legends, A-100s, Rude Girl R***e, and lots more.

September 12–13, 2026
Fort Monroe • Hampton, VA
supernovaska.com/tickets

The Supernova 2026 line-up is officially HERE!From Jamaican legends to ska-punk favorites and everything in between,...
06/12/2026

The Supernova 2026 line-up is officially HERE!

From Jamaican legends to ska-punk favorites and everything in between, this year’s beach weekend at Fort Monroe is stacked with artists from across the ska universe.

Featuring The English Beat, Jeff Rosenstock, Derrick Morgan, Yellowman, The Pietasters, Out Of Control Army, The Aggrolites, The Slackers, The Impossibles, Bumpin Uglies, Catbite, Suburban Legends, Susan Cadogan, The Planet Smashers, and many more.

September 12–13, 2026
Fort Monroe • Hampton, VA
supernovaska.com/tickets

Poster hand-drawn by Krees Borbon

06/11/2026

We’re heartbroken to hear that Jamaican legend Stranger Cole has passed away today.

It was an absolute honor to host him at Supernova in 2023, and he quickly became one of our favorite guests we’ve ever had at the festival. Warm, funny, gracious, and still an incredible performer.

Here’s “Koo Koo Do” and the classic “Bangarang” from his unforgettable set with Eastern Standard Time and Dunia.

Thank you for the music, the stories, and the joy.
More life forever. ❤️

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PO Box 3421
Hampton, VA
23663

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