BAMS Fest at Franklin Park
BAMS Fest (Boston Art & Music Soul Festival) brings together music, culture, art, and community every summer at Franklin Park’s Playstead Field. Baystate Tent has partnered with the festival for years, helping transform the park into a space where thousands gather to celebrate Black and Brown artistry. It’s a festival built on purpose, creativity, and connection — and we’re always proud to support it.
Event Details
For this year’s festival, we provided a range of canopy tents to support the musical performances, vendors, and guest zones. Large canopy tents created shade and structure throughout the park, while smaller tents supported artists, local businesses, and community organizations.
Our team worked closely with M&M Elite Events and the BAMS Fest production team to ensure setup and flow matched the festival’s needs. Everything was captured beautifully by K Barber Photography, who documented the energy and vibrancy of the weekend.
BAMS Fest always brings a unique mix of culture, live music, family-friendly activities, and small business support. Walking through the park, you hear everything from soul to hip-hop to R&B, see local artists and performers, and feel a true sense of community. The tents help create shaded rest areas, curated vendor rows, and key festival zones so guests can enjoy the day comfortably.
Watch our team setup video!
Wedding Whisperer | Dog Mom | Creative Enthusiast
Samantha has been an integral part of the Baystate Tent & Party team since 2016, combining a lifelong passion for weddings and special events with years of hands-on experience in the event rental industry. She loves helping clients bring their vision to life, balancing creative design with thoughtful planning and attention to detail to create celebrations that feel effortless. Known for building lasting relationships with her clients, Samantha believes every event is unique and enjoys guiding couples through the planning process with honesty, organization, and genuine excitement for their big day. When she’s not talking tents and timelines, Samantha is a true lake girl who enjoys spending time with her black lab, Frankie, soaking up the sunshine, and getting lost in a good romance novel.