The Return of the Vermont Reggae Festival – A Tribute to our Roots!
Please note that the Beer Garden & Smokehouse will be closed to the public on this day to host this event. To attend, purchase tickets here.
ADVANCE $86.74 ($75.00face value + $11.74 service fee)
VIP $164.51 ($150.00face value + $14.51 service fee)
ROCK AND ROLL PLAYHOUSE $26.44 ($20.00 face value + $6.44service fee)
VIP includes:
Dedicated premium viewing area
Private Bar
Private Bathrooms
VT Reggae Fest T-shirts
Rock and Roll Playhouse Performs Bob Marley (Ticket is not part of the main event) Ages 1+ (No ticket needed for adults with main event ticket). Doors 11:00am Show 12:00pm.
Get ready for a day filled with rhythm, roots, and positive vibrations as The Vermont Reggae Fest: A Tribute to Our Roots takes over Switchback Brewing Co. (160 Flynn Ave, Burlington, VT) on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025, presented by True 802 and ElmThree in association with The Reggae Takeover.
This one-day celebration of reggae music and culture features a powerhouse lineup of international icons and beloved local acts, all coming together in the heart of Burlington.
PERFORMANCES BY:
Barrington Levy – Legendary voice of dancehall and reggae
John Brown’s Body – American reggae pioneers
Lambsbread – The New England based reggae band originating from Burlington in 1983
The Skatalites – The original ska trailblazers
Channel 2 Dub Band – Vermont’s homegrown dub ambassadors
Rock and Roll Playhouse Performs Bob Marley – A special morning set for families with kids
SCHEDULE:
Family Show: Rock and Roll Playhouse – Doors at 11:00 AM
Please Note: This is a separate ticket.
Main Event: Full lineup – Doors at 1:30 PM
This all-day, all-ages event will feature food trucks, artisan vendors, cold brews by Switchback Brewing Co., and a warm, welcoming outdoor environment that honors reggae’s rich legacy while building community. Whether you’re a longtime reggae fan or just discovering the sounds of Jamaica and beyond, The Vermont Reggae Fest is your summer destination for unity, celebration, and roots revival.
Hotel Partner Deal Link: Windjammer Best Western
Kids 12 & under are Free
VT Reggae Fest FAQ
Location of the Event is 160 Flynn Ave, Burlington, VT 05401
Timing:
ALL TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
11am – Doors for Rock and Roll Playhouse
12-1pm – Rock & Roll Playhouse plays Bob Marley
1:30pm – Doors for Main Event
1:50pm – Channel 2 Dub Band
3:00pm – The Skatalites
4:40pm – Festival Ceremony
5:00pm – Lambsbread
6:00pm – John Brown’s Body
8:30pm – Barrington Levy
ROCK & ROLL PLAYHOUSE - PLEASE NOTE: Rock and Roll Playhouse is a separate event. If a parent has a main event ticket, they do not need a ticket. All children above the age of one (1) need a ticket for Rock & Roll Playhouse.
NO ONSITE PARKING. Please see parking map on this page.
There is NO RE-ENTRY
Children 12 and under are free with their parent for the main event
Please Uber, Lyft or other public transportation
No animals. Please leave your furry friends at home
Blankets are ok. Please NO chairs
One store bought sealed water per person
No other outside food and drink
There will be food, vending, and full bar on site
No knives or guns
No Drugs or illegal items
No smoking
All bags will be searched
Event Producers have the right to refuse entry for any reason.
Please clean up after yourself
Love and respect your neighbor
REFUND POLICY:
Once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded unless the event is cancelled, or moved to another date. Full terms can be found here:
https://misc.seetickets.us/terms/