Northlands Music and Arts Festival, the Northeast’s premier event in the Jam Scene, is set to elevate the experience once again in 2025. Starting tomorrow, fans can secure single-day tickets, offering more flexibility to enjoy the dynamic lineup across three full days. From June 13–15, 2025, Northlands will transform the idyllic Cheshire Fairgrounds in Swanzey, NH, into a mecca of music, art, and connection.
“There has been a lot of buzz from fans on when single-day tickets were going to drop,” said co-founder Seth McNally. “We’re thrilled about this announcement—today has been highly anticipated, and this will be a hot ticket.”
Friday, June 13:
Kicking off the festival in style, Friday brings headliner The String Cheese Incident, known for their eclectic live sets and unparalleled improvisation. Joining the lineup are funk masters Lettuce, fan-favorite jam outfit Eggy, and the boundary-pushing sounds of Dirtwire. Americana fans can enjoy rising stars Mountain Grass Unit, while Super Sonic Shorties set a high-energy funky tone with their all-star, all-female talent. Rounding out the day are Squeaky Feet, Brass Queens, and artists-at-large Holly Bowling & Kanika Moore.
Saturday, June 14:
Day two turns up the heat with the return of jam staples moe., joined by the versatile grooves of Cory Wong and the chaos-meets-soul of Andy Frasco & The U.N.; funk powerhouse Soulive will bring their signature vibe, complemented by cosmic bluegrass from the Kitchen Dwellers. Rising stars Daniel Donato and Karina Rykman add fresh energy to the day, while Sneezy and artists-at-large Holly Bowling & Kanika Moore amp up the vibes.
Sunday, June 15:
Sunday’s diverse lineup ensures the festival closes with unforgettable moments. Progressive icons Umphrey’s McGee and jamtronica trailblazers Lotus take the stage, while the family vibe comes alive with the Terrapin Family Band (Grahame Lesh, Ross James, Jason Crosby, Alex Koford) featuring special guests Eric Krasno, Kanika Moore, Holly Bowling, Nicki Bluhm, and Tim Palmieri in a show-stopping collaborative set. The day also includes the genre-defying sounds of lespecial, community-driven grooves from Neighbor, the melodic beauty of LaMP, and Tand’s inventive jams will cap the perfect weekend as the sun sets on another legendary year. Don’t miss a special Sunday solo performance from Holly Bowling.
From its grassroots origins to becoming one of the most highly regarded festivals in the live music community, Northlands has consistently raised the bar each year. The fourth annual independently produced event has garnered acclaim from the likes of Rolling Stone, Relix, Jambase, and many more. Known for fostering creativity and collaboration, the festival has seen countless unforgettable sit-ins and special moments, helping artists and fans forge connections that resonate far beyond the festival grounds.
“We strive to ensure Northlands is a place where creativity flourishes and magical memories are made. Our goal continues to be to create a festival experience that celebrates diversity in music and brings people together. This year’s lineup reflects that effort,” said festival producer Jen Meyerhardt. “With the release of single-day tickets, we expect to welcome more people into this community and show them why Northlands is such a unique and special event.”
Single-day tickets and full weekend passes are available now at northlandslive.com. Whether you’re coming for the day or camping for the full experience, Northlands offers a range of ticket options to suit every type of festival-goer.
