Northlands Music & Arts Festival returns with a stellar 2025 lineup

Experience New England’s premier boutique festival as Northlands returns with jam legends, local art, cozy camping and mountain magic this June 13-15, 2025.

Nestled in the heart of New Hampshire’s picturesque Monadnock region, the Northlands Music & Arts Festival has rapidly established itself as New England’s premier boutique festival experience. Set to return for its fourth year on June 13-15, 2025, at Safford Park in Swanzey, this independently-owned, family-friendly celebration promises three days of musical magic, artistic exploration, and community connection two hours from from Boston, Albany, and Hartford, and just over three hours from New York City.

A large stage and energetic crowd at a music festival. (AdamChandler86/Flickr)

A musical lineup that strikes the perfect chord

The 2025 edition expands to a full three-day format with an impressive roster featuring some of the most beloved names in the jam scene. “Now felt like the perfect time to add a third day full of music and magic,”  festival producer and co-founder Seth McNally told Live for Live Music.

McNally also reflected on this year’s lineup: “A lot of thought goes into curating the lineup every year, as we try to hit a sweet spot between national artists, young rising stars, and exciting regional acts.” Headliners include The String Cheese Incident, Umphrey’s McGee, moe., and Cory Wong, alongside performances by Lettuce, Lotus, Soulive, Andy Frasco & The U.N., and rising stars like Eggy, Kitchen Dwellers, and Karina Rykman.

A multisensory experience

While the festival’s soundtrack is extraordinary, Northlands offers much more than just stellar performances. Throughout the venue, festival-goers will discover striking art installations, live muralists creating works in real-time, and an eclectic marketplace showcasing the region’s finest artisans and craftspeople.

“Northlands takes great care in curating a vibrant selection of unique local artisans and crafters, making the festival experience as rich and memorable offstage as it is on,” notes the festival’s website. The carefully selected vendor lineup features local craft artisans, including vendors like Wormtown Trading Co., Sacred Hound, and Sunny Life Hemp Hats, among many others.

Performers onstage at Hampton Beach Festival. (Voluntary Amputation/Flickr)

A festival with heart and soul

What truly sets Northlands apart is its authentic, independent spirit and commitment to community. As Garret K. Woodward of Rolling Stone observed, “Northlands is a breath of fresh air in this current musical landscape. Honestly, I didn’t think festivals like this existed anymore… It’s a place and a space that conjures such intrinsic magic and pure passion from both sides of the microphone.”

The festival organizers have prioritized sustainability, according to Monandock Food Co-op, supporting numerous green initiatives with the goal of eventually becoming a zero-waste event. This eco-conscious approach extends to the food offerings, with a diverse array of local food trucks and vendors showcasing the authentic flavors of New Hampshire.

Plan your Northlands experience

Whether you’re a seasoned festival-goer or considering your first camping festival experience, Northlands offers thoughtful amenities to ensure a comfortable weekend. Families will also appreciate that Northlands is designed to be a family-friendly event, with activities for attendees of all ages to enjoy the festival atmosphere.

Tickets are available through the festival website, with options including general admission, car camping, powered and unpowered RV camping, family camping, and VIP experiences. Given the festival’s boutique capacity and growing popularity, early purchase is recommended.

As summer festival season approaches, Northlands stands out as a must-attend event for those seeking an intimate, authentic experience that celebrates the best of music, art, and community in a breathtaking natural setting. For more information and tickets, visit www.northlandslive.com.

This article first appeared on Good Info News Wire and is republished here under a Creative Commons license.

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