This weekend’s jamband calendar is neck-and-neck with three major festivals, but Northlands Music & Arts Festival stands out as the undeniable crowd favorite among fans. Running June 13-15, 2025, in Swanzey, New Hampshire, Northlands delivers a nonstop lineup packed with prominent names and rising stars in the scene.
Northlands 2025 Highlights
- Headliners: The String Cheese Incident, Cory Wong, Umphrey’s McGee, moe.
- Supporting Acts: Lettuce, Lotus, Soulive, Andy Frasco & The U.N., Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, Dirtwire, and more.
- Festival stretches over a vibrant 3-day weekend in a picturesque Northeast setting, drawing rave reviews for its energy and seamless flow.
Other Festivals This Weekend
- All Good Now at Merriweather Post Pavilion, Maryland, featuring Joe Russo’s Almost Dead, another SCI set, The Disco Biscuits, and more. Also notable for an STS9/Lotus pre-party in DC.
- Bonnaroo in Manchester, Tennessee, continuing to evolve with a vast lineup, though some long-time fans critique it for losing its distinctive vibe.
Community Consensus
Reddit’s r/jambands community buzzes with excitement, largely rallying behind Northlands for its killer lineup and authentic jamband spirit. Comments like "Northlands baby!" and "Cool northeast nights, killer lineup with no down time" reflect that enthusiasm clearly.
For jamband fans looking for the ultimate festival experience this weekend, Northlands Music & Arts Festival in New Hampshire is the place to be.
Stay tuned here for live updates and set times as the weekend unfolds.
Source: r/jambands