Music by the River 2025 in Woodstock, VT

The spirit of celebrating music, freedom, and humanity remains alive and well in Woodstock, Vermont!

Music by the River 2025 takes place at East End Park every Friday from July 11th to August 22nd, starting at 6:00 p.m. Stop by Sunday Drive for all of your pre-show cannabis needs!

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What Is Music By The River?

Taking place on the banks of the beautiful Ottauquechee River, Music by the River combines a lush natural setting with fantastic music from a variety of genres. 

It’s a festival for everyone. You’ll see families enjoying a picnic dinner and groups of friends enjoying the vibe. And of course, it’s the perfect venue for a date night.

Locals, tourists, and nearby communities around the globe look forward to this festival. Music by the River proudly provides a safe and festive place to enjoy fabulous music, spend quality time with loved ones, and make new friends.

Welcome to a Community Tradition 

Pentangle Arts is proud to present the music to the community and visitors free of charge. However, programming has many costs associated with it, including musician fees, permits, promotions, sound engineering, and staging. They do rely on community support to make it all come together.

Along with the Music by the River series, East End Park also hosts entertainment on Wednesdays from June 22nd to September 28th. The spirit of inclusion and involvement makes these festivals a treasured community tradition.

The 2025 Artist Lineup Has Something for Everyone 

From cherished local artists like Jay Nash to Southern blues with the Cash Box Kings and internationally acclaimed jazz duo Tuck and Patti, the Music by the River series offers a wide array of music that caters to all musical tastes. Check out the lineup here:

• July 11: The Cash Box Kings – Old-time Southern blues 
• July 18: Amber Rubarth – Award-winning singer-songwriter
• July 25: Lakou Mizik – high energy Haitian roots and soul
• August 1: Tuck & Patti – Globally acclaimed jazz/pop duo
• August 8: The Clements Brothers – A modern-day Simon & Garfunkel
• August 15: Jay Nash – Local legend and longtime favorite
• August 22: Locals Open Mic – Celebrating the rich talent of our community, both known and soon-to-be-known

It’s Time to Plan Your Summer Evening in Woodstock 

Once you’ve decided which concerts to attend, you’ll want to make plans surrounding food, beverages, and libations. Check the weather forecast and determine if you’re planning for a night out with the whole family, or just you and your partner, or maybe a group of friends.

To make it a perfect evening, consider bringing the following items:

• Blankets
• Portable or folding chairs
• Insect repellent 
• Snacks

And of course, many of us think of enjoying our favorite form of cannabis before heading off to the concert. Residents and nearby community members know that Sunday Drive is the premier dispensary near east end park for all your cannabis needs, located near East End Park.

Stop at Sunday Drive Before the Concert

For cannabis enthusiasts and medical patients in and around Woodstock, Sunday Drive serves as a vital part of the community. As a women-owned and operated dispensary, we ensure everyone feels comfortable in the environment, whether they know exactly what they want or need some advice from one of our experts.

Check out our menu for featured brands, community favorites, and specials! We offer the finest strains available and provide them in nearly every form, including convenient pre-rolls and gummies. It’s the perfect spot to get what you need to prepare for your pre-concert vibe.

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