Green Mountain Bluegrass and Roots Festival

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MusicManchester
Dates13–16 August 2026Confirmed listing
Duration4 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLive music, late nightsThe festival deliberately builds a lineup
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: USD
CategoryMusicFestival type
The story

Green Mountain Bluegrass and Roots Festival in Manchester

The Green Mountain Bluegrass and Roots Festival brings national touring bluegrass and Americana acts to Hunter Park in Manchester, Vermont, for a multi-day outdoor music weekend each August. The all-ages festival combines a main stage, a dance tent and a late-night acoustic stage with camping, craft beer and wine, and food trucks set against the Green Mountains.

Each August, Hunter Park in Manchester, Vermont, fills with the sound of banjos, fiddles and upright bass as the Green Mountain Bluegrass and Roots Festival brings touring bluegrass and Americana musicians to a multi-day outdoor gathering in the shadow of the Green Mountains.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The festival deliberately builds a lineup mixing bluegrass traditionalists with roots, folk and Americana acts that push past the genre's strict boundaries, giving the weekend a broader sound than a typical single-genre bluegrass gathering

02

The mystery stays covered

Its setting in Manchester puts the festival inside one of Vermont's most scenic mountain resort towns, drawing both dedicated bluegrass fans and visitors already in the area for the region's hiking and outlet shopping

03

The city starts moving

A dedicated late-night acoustic stage keeps informal picking sessions and quieter sets going after the main stage closes, a format that mirrors the after-hours jamming culture bluegrass fans associate with festivals like MerleFest or Grey Fox

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

A late-night acoustic stage that extends informal picking sessions after the main lineup ends

Water and renewal

Living ritual

on-site camping that keeps the festival community together after hours

The sacred route

Living ritual

a dance tent running alongside the main stage throughout the weekend

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

13–16 August 2026

Getting around

Plan routes around set times, late-night exits, and crowded transport after headline acts.

What to wear

Casual outdoor festival wear; layered clothing is practical given variable mountain weather, and closed-toe shoes suit the grass and gravel festival grounds.

Safety

At Green Mountain Bluegrass and Roots Festival, agree on a meeting point and plan food, water and the return route before crowds thicken.

Where to stay

Choose lodging by the part of Manchester you will actually use, not only by the cheapest room.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

USD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map37.55 N, 77.46 WOpen in Google Maps

Manchester, VT

Nearest airportRIC — Richmond
TransportPlan routes around set times, late-night exits, and crowded transport after headline acts.
Stay areaChoose lodging by the part of Manchester you will actually use, not only by the cheapest room.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Manchester via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Manchester, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for September.Compare faresFestival gearCasual outdoor festival wear; layered clothing is practical given variable mountain weather, and closed-toe shoes suit the grass and gravel festival grounds.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for United States and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Green Mountain Bluegrass and Roots Festival?

Green Mountain Bluegrass and Roots Festival is listed for 13–16 August 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Green Mountain Bluegrass and Roots Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Manchester, United States. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

4 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Manchester, VT

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLgreenmountainbluegrass.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed dates13–16 August 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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