The Happening on Harry’s Hill
Since 1991, Harry Brown’s Farm has been home to music, art, and community in Starks, Maine. The Happening continues that tradition as a family-friendly festival rooted in creativity, consent, care for the land, and welcome for all who come in peace. Come Home to The Hill and celebrate the start of summer.
The Happening 2027 tickets go on sale Black Friday, November 27!
Weekend Festival Tickets Include
EVERYTHING! All performances, camping from Thursday June 17 through Sunday June 20, parking, contests, ceremonies, workshops, art, and drinking water are included with your ticket.
Line Up
The Hill is home to rising artists, returning favorites, and late-night sets. The Happening 2027 is a multigenre music festival with room for country, electronic, americana, rock and roll and more.
Vendors
Vending frontage faces the Main Stage and includes space for your site, camp, and parking. Vendors can apply to join the vendor village at The Happening 2027.
Live Art
From group face-painting to mural construction art lives year-round on The Hill.
Tickets
Weekend Festival Tickets are your all-in pass to The Happening 2027, with camping, parking, all performances, and all weekend activities included from Thursday at noon through Sunday afternoon.
Camping
Set up your home base on the Hill in a tent, camper, or hammock. Tenting campsites are under the trees and can be claimed for the weekend starting on Thursday at noon.
Bake-Off
Bakers, bring your tastiest creations on Friday to the Friends of The Hill tent. A panel of judges samples each dish and awards prizes for creativity, taste, and presentation.
Unicorn Tea Party
The Unicorn Tea Party begins Friday night after the Main Stage closes. Step into the Art Tent for complimentary tea, bright costumes, late-night music, and a costume contest decided by crowd applause.
Know Before You Go
Heading to The Hill? Here are the essentials every festival-goer should know before you arrive:
Location: The Happening takes place at Harry’s Hill in Starks, Maine. Find out more on the FAQ or scroll down on the homepage.
Camping: Bring your tent or RV. Camping is included with Weekend Festival Tickets, and a dedicated family camping area is available.
What to Bring: Pack warm layers, rain gear, a flashlight, and a reusable water bottle or cup. Also, don’t forget a towel.
Consent & Safety: Consent is always required and should be clear, mutual, and enthusiastic. Help us keep The Hill safe by looking out for one another and showing kindness.
Sustainability: Please help us leave the land better than we found it. Pack it in, pack it out, and respect the farm so future generations can gather here.
Can I camp with my car?
Car camping is not guaranteed. Vehicles are parked as they arrive, and some parking may be close to the treeline. However, grass areas are generally for parking, while camps should be set up under the canopy of the trees.
When do the gates open?
Gates open at noon on Thursday, June 17. Box Office opens 9 AM on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. If you arrive when the gates are closed, you may need to wait in auxiliary parking until the Box Office opens.
Can I get a refund?
There are no ticket refunds.
Can I bring my pet?
SERVICE ANIMALS ONLY. Service animals must check in on arrival and may be removed if they are aggressive, uncontrolled, or not responding to commands. Emotional Support Animals are not allowed.
Can I bring my own firewood?
No. It is illegal to bring firewood from out of state into Maine due to the risk of spreading invasive pests. To protect our forests, please leave outside wood at home. Local firewood will be available on site.