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Grand Point North

Name: Grand Point North
Start: 2026-09-18
End: 2026-09-20
Location: Burlington

Grand Point North is a music festival held at Waterfront Park in Burlington, Vermont, curated by musician Grace Potter. Scheduled for September 18–20, 2026, the event features a lineup of rock and folk acts with a focus on supporting the regional music community through a DIY approach.

Date: Sep 18-20, 2026
Location: Burlington
Status: Upcoming

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Event summary

Highlights

Grace Potter headlining two nights
Performances by Jackson Browne and Portugal. The Man
Community-led DIY festival decorations and hand-painted signage

The 2026 edition of Grand Point North takes place at Burlington's Waterfront Park, continuing a tradition started by Vermont native Grace Potter in 2011. Potter is scheduled to headline the Friday and Saturday night sets. The musical lineup features a variety of performers, including Portugal. The Man, Jackson Browne, and Dark Star Orchestra, offering a mix of rock, folk, and jam band styles.

This year's event emphasizes a grassroots, DIY philosophy. Moving forward without commercial partners, the festival relies on dozens of volunteers to create on-site decorations and signage. This community-focused effort aims to revitalize the local music scene during a period when several nearby venues and events have recently shut down.

The festival draws crowds from across New England, often serving as a destination for travelers before the fall foliage season. Activities on the grounds are designed to reflect a local 'roll up your sleeves' attitude, with the organizer and community members working together to prepare the festival grounds.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Waterfront Park; www.bostonglobe.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Burlington

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.