Summer Festivals and Fairs in Vermont 2025: Your Ultimate Guide to Fun in the Sun

Summer Festivals and Fairs in Vermont 2025: Your Ultimate Guide to Fun in the Sun

Get ready to soak up the summer vibes with Vermont’s vibrant festivals and fairs in June, July, August, and September 2025! From blueberry feasts to hot air balloons, Wicked617 is your premier source for the state’s most exciting summer events. With precise dates, locations, and patron-friendly details, we’ve crafted the ultimate guide to make your summer unforgettable. Trust Wicked617 to lead you to Vermont’s sun-soaked celebrations!

June 2025: Kick Off Summer with Music and Balloons

Quechee Balloon Festival

When: Friday, June 20 – Sunday, June 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Quechee Green, 70 Village Green Cir, Quechee, VT 05059
Details: Marvel at colorful hot air balloons soaring over the Green Mountains with five scheduled flights (weather permitting). Enjoy live music, craft vendors, and kids’ activities like bounce houses. Admission: $15 adults, $5 kids. Parking on-site. Visit quecheebaloonfestival.com for schedules.Pro Tip: Arrive at dawn for the magical morning balloon launches.

Jenny Brook Bluegrass Festival

When: Wednesday, June 25 – Sunday, June 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Where: Tunbridge Fairgrounds, 1 Fairgrounds Ln, Tunbridge, VT 05077
Details: Groove to bluegrass bands from national and local acts. Enjoy workshops, camping, and food vendors serving BBQ. Tickets: $100–$150 (weekend pass). Free parking. Visit jennybrookfestival.com for lineups.Pro Tip: Bring a camp chair for comfy concert viewing.

July 2025: Sizzle with Food and Music

Vermont Summer Festival Tour

When: Tuesday, July 1 – Sunday, July 6, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Where: Multiple locations: Castleton, Grafton, East Burke, South Pomfret, Shelburne, Stowe, VT
Details: The Vermont Symphony Orchestra celebrates summer with outdoor concerts featuring classical and pop tunes. Bring a picnic blanket. Tickets: $20 adults, kids free. Parking varies by venue. Visit vso.org for locations.Pro Tip: Check venue-specific parking details online.

Do Good Fest

When: Saturday, July 12, 2025, 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: National Life Group, 1 National Life Dr, Montpelier, VT 05604
Details: Rock out to indie and folk bands while supporting local charities. Enjoy food trucks and craft vendors. Tickets: $25 adults, $10 kids. Free parking. Visit dogoodfest.com for details.Pro Tip: Bring cash for faster food truck purchases.

Vermont Blueberry Festival

When: Friday, July 25 – Sunday, August 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Downtown Wilmington, Main St, Wilmington, VT 05363
Details: Celebrate Vermont’s blueberries with pies, jams, and smoothies. Enjoy live music, crafts, and kids’ games. Free admission; parking at municipal lots. Visit vermontblueberryfestival.com for schedules.Pro Tip: Try the blueberry pancake breakfast for a sweet start.

Frendly Gathering Music and Camping Festival

When: Friday, July 18 – Sunday, July 20, 2025, 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Where: Timber Ridge Mountain, 2919 VT-11, Londonderry, VT 05148
Details: Vibe to indie, funk, and jam bands with camping under the stars. Enjoy food vendors and art installations. Tickets: $120–$200 (weekend pass). Parking on-site. Visit frendlygathering.com for lineups.Pro Tip: Book camping spots early for the best sites.

August 2025: Peak Summer Fun

HITS Vermont Summer Festival

When: Wednesday, July 2 – Sunday, August 10, 2025, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Harold Beebe Farm, 300 Dorset St, South Burlington, VT 05403
Details: Cheer on equestrian athletes at this six-week horse show with jumping and dressage events. Enjoy food vendors and kids’ activities. Admission: $10 adults, kids free. Free parking. Visit hitsshows.com for schedules.Pro Tip: Bring a hat for sunny bleacher seating.

Dead of Summer Music Festival

When: Friday, July 11 – Sunday, July 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Where: Hunter Park, 26 Dana Rd, Manchester, VT 05255
Details: Jam to rock and folk bands in the Green Mountains. Enjoy food trucks, craft vendors, and camping. Tickets: $80–$150 (weekend pass). Free parking. Visit deadofsummerfest.com for lineups.Pro Tip: Arrive early to secure a prime camping spot.

Champlain Valley Fair

When: Friday, August 22 – Sunday, August 31, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Where: Champlain Valley Exposition, 105 Pearl St, Essex Junction, VT 05452
Details: Vermont’s largest fair features carnival rides, livestock shows, and concerts (e.g., 38 Special & Loverboy, August 22). Savor fried dough and BBQ. Admission: $15 adults, $5 kids. Free parking. Visit champlainvalleyfair.org for details.Pro Tip: Buy concert tickets early for the best seats.

September 2025: Hold On to Summer’s Glow

Bennington Garlic & Herb Festival

When: Saturday, August 30 – Sunday, August 31, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Where: Camelot Village, 66 Colgate Heights, Bennington, VT 05201
Details: Savor garlic-infused foods like bread and ice cream, plus local herbs and crafts. Enjoy live music and kids’ activities. Admission: $5 adults, kids free. Free parking. Visit benningtongarlicfest.com for details.Pro Tip: Bring breath mints for post-garlic treats!

Why Wicked617 Is Your Festival Guide

From the soaring balloons of Quechee to the twang of bluegrass in Tunbridge, Vermont’s 2025 summer festivals and fairs are bursting with charm. Wicked617 delivers the most detailed, patron-focused guide to ensure you capture every moment. Bookmark this page, pack your sunscreen, and let us guide you to the heart of summer in Vermont!

Photos courtesy of Champlain Valley Fair and Quechee Balloon Festival.