Grand Point North

Grand Point North

Stage in 2011
Genre Rock music, indie rock, folk music
Dates 2 days in September
Location(s) Burlington, Vermont
Years active 2011-present
Founded by Grace Potter, Matthew Burr, Higher Ground
Website
Official website

Grand Point North is a music festival founded in 2011 and held in Burlington, Vermont.[1] Higher Ground[2] and members of Grace Potter and the Nocturnals[2] were among the cofounders of the festival in 2011, which over the ensuing years would book acts[3] such as The Flaming Lips,[4] Dr. Dog, the Avett Brothers, Gov't Mule, Charles Bradley, the Felice Brothers, Trombone Shorty,[3] The War on Drugs, Trampled by Turtles, and Lake Street Dive.[2]

Lineups and attractions

Burr and Potter have focused the lineup and booths on local bands and business from Vermont,[5] with the festival showcasing local businesses, food,[3] artistans, and activist groups.[6] Burr has explained that "we’re committed to throwing a festival that’s customized to the landscape and lifestyle of Vermont."[2]

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