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The Happening 2025
Main Stage
Bella’s Bartok
Get ready to dance, scream, and let your freak flag fly! Bella’s Bartok brings their explosive, genre-bending circus of sound to The Happening 2025. High-energy, full-heart, and totally unmissable.
Leon Trout
Crank the amps and let the weirdness flow — Leon Trout is here to detonate expectations and shred through genre lines pouring out pure, electrified jam fusion magic.
P(x3)
Live electronic improvisation meets jazz, funk, and hip-hop in PX3’s boundary-breaking performance. No setlist, no rules—just raw, real-time musical alchemy you can dance to.
Liz Bills & The Change
With powerhouse vocals and a full-band explosion of rock, soul, and pop, Liz Bills & The Change ignite hearts and dancefloors alike. Catch their fearless, fire-filled set on The Hill.
Darby Sabin
Maine-born and Berklee-trained, Darby Sabin blends soul, folk, and raw rock into stories that heal. Her voice cuts deep and soars high—don’t miss her unforgettable set this summer.
HannaH’s Field
Rooted in love, rising in rhythm—HannaH’s Field blends earthy reggae, soulful harmony, and spiritual uplift. Their full-band set is a sonic ceremony of joy, peace, and presence.
The Womps
Funk-forward and soul-filled—The Womps light up the stage with jam-band freedom, violin fire, and contagious joy. Get ready to groove, sing, and celebrate at The Happening 2025!
The Deadheads MA
The music never stops with TheDeadHeadsMA. Experience jam-fueled Grateful Dead tribute magic—nonstop vibes, endless grooves, and a community dancing together under Maine’s summer sky.
David Pontbriand Sitar
Sitar as you’ve never heard it—David Pontbriand’s meditative performance fuses Indian ragas with emotional expression for a sacred, cinematic experience you’ll feel in your bones.
Sagittarius Rising
The Artist Graves
Raw and real, The Artist Graves delivers conscious hip-hop with deep emotion and unflinching honesty. His performance speaks to struggle, healing, and the power of lyrical truth.
Kitty Litterally
Folk ukulele meets indie magic—Kitty Litterally charms with poetic lyrics, quirky spirit, and soulful sounds. Her heartfelt songs bring whimsy, truth, and color to The Hill’s festival stage.
Art Tent Stage
Felecia Cruz
International rapper and DJ Felecia Cruz brings high-energy hip-hop and Afrobeat fusion to The Hill. Her fearless flow and firestage presence make for a must-see global performance.
Darby Sabin
Darby Sabin is a force of nature—a singer-songwriter who channels the heartbreak, hope, and healing of the human experience into music that’s as honest as it is unforgettable
Buck Curran
Hypnotic fingerstyle guitar and haunting melodies define Buck Curran’s solo set. With blues, folk, and cosmic textures, he conjures a timeless soundscape rich with emotion and mystic Americana spirit.
Arborea
Alt-folk duo Arborea returns for a rare performance, weaving ethereal harmonies, Appalachian soul, and cinematic sound into an unforgettable set. Intimate, dreamlike, and hauntingly beautiful under the stars.
Lily Pad Stage
SPVNYVN
SPVNYVN brings raw energy and fearless sound back home to The Hill. A pulse of the community, their set is emotion, movement, and hometown love—loud, real, and rising.
Last Minute Zach
Genre-fluid and vibe-first, Last Minute Zach brings spontaneous flow and soulful rhythm to every set. A master of mood, he’s here to chase energy, shift gears, and move the moment.
Songbird
With crystal bowls, heartfelt songs, and soothing presence, Songbird offers a musical embrace by the pond. Her performance is a gentle invitation into rest, reflection, and radiant sound healing.
Amelia Aglow
Part invocation, part performance—Amelia Aglow merges soundscape, movement, and sacred ritual. Her set is a vibrant, mythic journey of light, embodiment, and ecstatic dance.
Together We Heal
Sacred sounds, joyful art, and healing frequencies—Hannah Banana’s sound bath invites all ages into a space of play, peace, and vibrational connection at the Lily Pad and Family Camp.
Kid Ray
DJ since ’93, Kid Ray brings deep dancefloor wisdom with tech-house, tribal rhythms, and disco grooves. Boston roots, Maine energy—this set is a soulful celebration of underground sound.
Cole Horne
Maine-based DJ Cole Horne brings hypnotic house and tech to The Hill. Deep grooves and crisp drops await—perfect for a high-voltage night of movement under the stars.
DJ Ambivert
Get ready to groove! DJ Ambivert blends funky house, tech, and drum & bass with a full-spectrum vibe. Uplifting, unexpected, and endlessly danceable—this Maine-based DJ brings the bounce.
DJ Kahaku
Bass queen, vibe machine—DJ Kahaku brings fierce beats, breaky grooves, and festival magic to The Hill. From REVOLT to LilyPad, she’s here to move hearts and shake dancefloors.
DJ No Mercy
Old-school jungle. Face-melting DnB. Vinyl and vengeance. DJ No Mercy unleashes filthy basslines and razor-sharp cuts with underground firepower. This set hits hard, fast, and unforgettable. No mercy given.
KreitzMan
Psy-tech, minimal techno, and hypnotic flow—KreitzMan builds deep, late-night grooves that pull you into the pulse. Straight from Portland’s underground, his sound is lush, intentional, and made to move you.
Labor207
Northern Maine-born and mic-raised, Labor207 brings sharp lyricism, conscious beats, and real 207 grit to The Hill. DIY to the core, his hip-hop is heartfelt, honest, and fully homegrown.
Lit Levi
Maine-made and self-made, Lit Levi hits The Hill with bass-heavy beats, bold bars, and big 207 energy. Rapper, producer, promoter—his live set is pure hustle and high-voltage hype.
Mixed Up Mike
Spinning since ‘96, Mixed Up Mike brings decades of DJ culture, community roots, and podcast power to The Hill. Expect real mixes, deep vibes, and a legacy in motion.
Void
Enter the ritual. VOID blends goth pop, ambient bass, and angelcore into a transformative sonic journey. Part rave, part rebirth—this set is for shedding ego and dancing into light.
Wes Henderson
Portland’s 2022 Best DJ brings deep tech, tribal grooves, and full-send house energy to The Hill. Wes Henderson guarantees rhythm, sweat, and party magic from the first beat on.
KVNT¡E
Bouncy, filthy, and fierce—KVNT¡E shatters genres and summons the baddies. Expect nasty drops, sexy bass, and a full-sensory ride straight into the next dimension. For the baddies. By the baddies.
HBF Firebenders
Meet the spark-bringers of The Hill! From flow artists to flame jugglers, these firebenders light up the night with magic, movement, and heart. Catch them spinning fire every evening. Bring your props and attnd a Fire Safety meting to join in!
Chris Trafton
Former Phoenix Fire Tribe member and long-time burner. Chris brings deep roots and serious heat to the fire circle—helping lead the crew with passion, precision, and community spirit.
TriSarahprops
Just spinning in circles ❤️🔥 A silly and sassy multi-prop flow artist based in Southern Maine, co- Captain TriSarahprops lights up the night with her signature blend of humor and hypnotic movement.
Lexi GoGo
From gallery walls to fire circles—Lexi’s art transcends media. With fiery hoops and immersive visuals, she spins a story that glows, dances, and disappears in a blur of light.
Aguya Kai
Aguya Kai brings grace and flow to every flame-lit set. Her performances channel the sacred and the stylish, casting beauty across the firelight like a spell.
Queen Jodi
All hail the Queen! With a flaming crown, fire hula hoop, and literal fire jump rope, Jodi commands the circle with radiant joy, regal presence, and unforgettable heat.
Jester Jeff Hurley
The fire donut returns! HAVE PROPS, WILL TRAVEL. Jeff’s high-energy antics and serious skillset make him a crowd favorite. Expect laughs, gasps, and lots of spinning flame.
KeaRa
A flame in motion. KeaRa’s flow artistry is fierce, intuitive, and full of fire spirit. Watch for her on the dance floor and in the fire circle!
Zach Grassette
Smooth juggling and a fearless presence, Zach blends circus precision with fire flair. He’ll have your eyes locked on the flames—and your heart racing with excitement.
The Dark Kitty of Flow – Tristan Fitch
A wizard of weird and wonder. Tristan conjures freestyle flow, clever prop work, and abstract comedy to remind you: the real magic is unreal—and that’s the best kind.
SquidSpins
Professional Silly Goose, fire spinner, and multi-prop artist. SquidSpins whirls with joy, play, and powerful movement—igniting smiles and sparking connection with every spin.
Live Artists
Jenzified Designs
Paintings, collage, dreamcatchers, bleach-dyed shirts, and slit-weave fashion—Jenzified Designs offers bold, expressive art for your wall and wardrobe. Handmade with spirit and style.
Art by MegaStar
Whimsical, mystical, and a little mischievous—Megastar creates vibrant paintings, unique collages, and playful accessories like decorated sunglasses and hats. Every piece invites you to enter a magical new world.
Bubble Bunny
Big bubbles, big joy! BubbleBunny creates floating spectacles at the gates and on the grounds—welcoming you with iridescent delight and interactive fun. A feast for the eyes and heart.
Carrie Bee
SFX wizard, and body paint artist. Carrie Bee transforms faces into living art—creating bold beauty and magical characters with every brushstroke.
The Morrigan Art
Live painting, prints, and wearable originals. The Morrigan Art blends mystical themes and bold brushwork to bring her visions to life on canvas, clothing, and in the moment.
The Cuckoo’s Nest
Hand-painted skulls and colorful canvases meet the festival’s best boiled peanuts—an unforgettable combo of art, oddities, and flavor from The Cuckoos Nest. Stop by for a snack and a smile!
Tara Henry
Blacklight-reactive paintings on wood and fabric. Tara’s multimedia pieces come alive after dark—bold, glowing visions that shimmer in UV and add cosmic color to your night.
Rick Ramirez
Lush oil landscapes that ground you in nature’s beauty. Rick Ramirez paints Maine’s wild places with warmth and depth—capturing the magic of forests, fields, and light.
Chimarta
Psychedelic paintings, live mural creation, and interactive art sessions. Chimarta turns the fest into a surreal studio where you’re invited to create, collaborate, and dream in color.
Catwizard Glass
A unicorn troubadour with fire and fiber! Live glass-blowing, yarn spinning, interactive art, and musical moments—Catwizard Glass invites you to play, weave, watch, and wander in magical, musical community space.