The Great Swamp Great Music Festival is 6+ hours of live music in celebration of clean water and open space. Come unplug and relax at the charming Brook Valley Farm in Chatham Twp. with music that spans a variety of genres. This family-friendly festival atmosphere offers food trucks, adult beverages, unique merch vendors, a “Swamp Sprouts” kids’ corner, and more! Remember to bring your refillable water bottle – complimentary water will be available, courtesy of New Jersey American Water!

Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) is a non-profit organization protecting and improving the Great Swamp watershed & Passaic River region now and for future generations.

Gates open at 11 AM

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Venue Location

Brook Valley Farm, 336 Loantaka Way, Chatham Twp., New Jersey | View on Google Maps HERE
Special thanks to the Platt family of Harding Twp. for again offering GSWA this beautiful space. Flanked by a lush, wooded mountainside and the historic Gibbons Horse Barn stables built in 1834, Brook Valley Farm has a rich history in Morris County and is listed in the National and State Register of Historic Places.

(Backup Indoor Location: Drew University, 36 Madison Ave, Madison, NJ. In case of inclement weather, check back here for the confirmed venue location.)

We will provide the big tents for shade, all you need to bring are your blankets, chairs, sunblock, and your groove.

The field is handicap-accessible with parking at the front of the parking area.

Lineup 

Not Enough Jeffs • The Refugee Dogs • The Big Fuss • The Dust-Ups

The Cold Hill Band • The Tones • HighRidge Runners

Food Vendors

Norman Food Services: Hot dogs, corn dogs, burgers, cheesesteaks, fries,
funnel cakes, fried zeppoles, fried pickles, pretzels, fresh lemonade, more

Marley’s Gotham Grill: Home of the 300+ Chicken Wing Flavors

Oxtail Gravy: Caribbean cuisine also offering vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options

Cold Stone Creamery: Ice cream

Adult Beverages

Available for purchase:  Beer (IPA and Lager) • Wine • Hard Cider  (Be sure to bring your ID, we will be checking.)

Merch Vendors

Annie’s Wreaths • Art by Alice • Cose Belle • Day Dream Creations • House of Cork • It’s All About You • Patches & Paws • Tribux Creations • Well Bred Pet Stores

Kids’ Corner

Music is for everyone! Bring the whole family – kids will jump for joy with all the activities just for them including face painting, arts ‘n crafts, games, a selfie station, and more!

Tickets

PRE-PURCHASE PRICING:  Save money and time – SCROLL DOWN to purchase advance tickets.
Adults-$30 • Students, Senior Citizens, and Military Veterans-$20 • Children under 13 are FREE.
Online ticket purchasing closes Saturday, May 18 @ 5 PM then tickets must be purchased at the gate.

AT-THE-GATE PRICING:
Adults-$40 • Students/Senior Citizens/Military-$30 • Children under 13 are still FREE.
Credit cards, Paypal, cash, and checks accepted.

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Become a Festival Sponsor

Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) is a Morristown-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and improving our water and land from the Passaic River headwaters in Mendham to Newark Bay. The Great Swamp Great Music Festival is our second largest annual fundraiser. Your sponsorship helps support our mission and an afternoon of live music at a fantastic location. It’s also a great opportunity to promote your business while demonstrating your commitment to clean water and healthy land.

Sponsor benefits include free tickets to the event, acknowledgement on all pre-event promotional efforts: on our website, eNewsletters, festival posters displayed throughout regional towns, and print and electronic area newspapers. At the event, you will be listed on our sponsor banner, receive a personal shoutout from the stage, and you will have the opportunity to table at the event. Learn more HERE

Festival Venue, Entry & Parking

VENUE – BROOK VALLEY FARM:  Flanked by a lush, wooded mountainside and the historic Gibbons Horse Barn stables built in 1834, it has a rich history in Morris County and is listed in the National and State Register of Historic Places.

ENTRY & REGISTRATION:  We encourage you to buy your ticket(s) in advance to save time and money. Show your ticket receipt on your cell for even faster check-in.

PARKING:  Parking is free and plentiful. Handicapped parking is available at the front of the lot. For additional requests, email VThorpe@GreatSwamp.org and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is this event rain or shine? Yes! In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors at Drew University,
• Are dogs allowed? Yes, well-behaved pups on a leash are very welcome! Please come prepared to clean up any messes. If the event is moved to Drew U., unfortunately dogs are not allowed.
• Can I bring outside food and drink into the festival? We request that you leave your coolers at home and support our festival vendors.
• Can I bring my own pop-up tent? Yes, but for everyone’s safety, you must bring supplies to properly stake it in place.
• What forms of payment do you accept? Accepted payment methods include: Credit Cards, PayPal, Venmo, Cash, and Checks.
• Will there be free water available? Absolutely! New Jersey American Water be on-site offering free “H2O on the Go” so bring your reusable water bottles!

SPONSORS (to date)

Barred Owl

Atlantic Health System, S. Dillard and Adrienne T. Kirby Family Philanthropic Fund

Blue Spotted Salamander

Kathleen & Charlie Apt, Debra & John Apruzzese, Reed & Adrienne Auerbach, Eagle Cliff Real Estate Partners, Agi & Matt Krauser, Lisa and David Welsh

Emerald Darner

Community Builders, EAB Group, Glenmede, Guaranteed Rate, Lissa & Ian MacCallum, Jr., Pipe Works Home Services, PSEG, Raritan Group, Turpin Real Estate

SUPPORTERS (to date)
Harding Twp. DPW • Interstate Waste Services • Morris County MUA • New Jersey American Water • Washington House

Gates open at 11 AM for a day filled with music, fun, community spirit, and the environment!

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