When Was Your First Time on the Hill?

We were all first-timers once.

Long before the first official festival in 1991, Harry Brown welcomed the wild-hearted to his hilltop haven in Starks, Maine.

Artists, activists, dreamers, and rebels found community and purpose here. Harry’s Hill was—and still is—a refuge in a world gone mad.

Now, 35 years later, the spirit of those early gatherings is stronger than ever. This summer, we return for The Happening 2025—a milestone celebration of music, magic, and memories.

Remember Your First Time?

Everyone’s first visit to Harry’s Hill leaves a mark. Maybe you came for the music, but stayed for the sunrises. Maybe it was the late-night laughter echoing through the trees, or the neighbor who cooked you a fresh lobster just because.

Maybe you met a lifelong friend. Or maybe you met yourself.

The Hill has a way of making ordinary moments feel extraordinary. Singing around a campfire with a stranger who was just on stage. Dancing barefoot in the mud. Waking up to the sound of birds and bass in perfect harmony. These are the vibes that make Harry’s so special.

Come Celebrate with Us at The Happening 2025

For one weekend in June, we gather again to celebrate the legacy of Harry Brown’s Farm and everything it represents.

The Happening 2025 marks our 35th anniversary, and we want you to be part of it—whether it’s your first time or your fiftieth.

Save the dates: June 19–22, 2025 in Starks, Maine.