Despite major tours thriving post-pandemic, independent venues face closures in the UK and US. In Vermont, new spaces and restaurants are adapting to support local music.

NEK PrideFest in Newport featured Gregory Douglass and a lively Saturday battle of the bands at Jay Peak, celebrating local music and community.

Margaret Loftus zigzags across her front yard along a dead-end dirt road. Two farm tractors are parked in the driveway, and a sap bucket hangs from a tree behind a row of mailboxes.

Vermont ski resorts aren’t just for winter fun—summer is packed with kid-friendly events, outdoor adventures, and unique mountain experiences. Whether your family is into strider bike races, disc golf clinics, outdoor movies, or musical bingo, these family summer events at Vermont ski resorts offer something for everyone. From popsicles and hikes to Spartan obstacle races and movie nights under the stars, it’s all happening on the mountains. Plan your weekends now and make the most of Vermont’s green season! Find even more events: Music in the Mountains & July 4th Fun.

Vermont's music scene shines in a mega-review of six diverse albums, featuring genres from avant-folk to country, showcasing local talent and innovation.

Grace Potter's Grand Point North festival returns Sept 12-14 on Burlington's waterfront, featuring local acts and headliners Goose. Tickets at highergroundmusic.com.