The Happening is more than just a weekend party—it’s a community music festival in Maine unlike any other. Held every June at Harry Brown’s Farm in Starks, it brings together artists, activists, and music lovers for a grassroots celebration of connection, cannabis culture, and creativity.

 1. A Community, Not a Crowd

At The Happening, you’re not just attending a festival—you’re part of it. From first-time guests to longtime family, everyone contributes to the magic. Whether you’re sharing a meal, joining a jam session, or helping someone find their tent, it’s all built on trust and kindness. If you’re looking for a community music festival in Maine that’s built on real connection and heart, this is it.

 2. A Cannabis-Friendly Culture That Respects the Land

The vibe is elevated—literally. Cannabis has always been a part of the culture at The Hill, but this isn’t about excess. It’s about intention, celebration, and shared respect. We say it often: No powders, no pills, no pressurized gasses. Just flower, friends, and flow. Stay green. Stay chill. Keep the scene clean.

Want to learn more about Maine cannabis laws? Check out this article and get the deets.

3. Music That Moves You, Not Marketing

Our lineup is powered by passion, not algorithms. You’ll find fire-spinners, psychedelic jam bands, beatmakers, acoustic troubadours, and wild experimental sets—often on the same stage. It’s discovery, not a greatest-hits reel.

Explore the 2025 performer lineup here.

4. The Hill Is Sacred

For nearly 30 years, Harry Brown’s Farm has hosted gatherings that celebrate freedom, community, and creative expression. The land holds stories. You can feel it in the drum circles, the sunrise sets, and the quiet morning walks through the dew. What makes The Happening stand out from every other community music festival in Maine is the people, the land, and the love.

You can’t fake this kind of magic. It’s real because we build it together. Come be part of the energy, the love, the music—and the moment.

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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.