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ONLINE TICKET SALES CLOSED: 7th Annual Great Swamp Great Music Festival
May 19, 2024 at 12:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Drew University Simon Forum
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Online ticket purchasing is now closed. Tickets may be purchased at the door at Drew University – 36 Madison Ave., Madison:
Adults-$40 • Students/Senior Citizens/Military-$30 • Children under 13 are still FREE.
Credit cards, Paypal, cash, and checks accepted.
PLEASE NOTE, DUE TO THE ONGOING RAIN, THE FARM FIELDS AT OUR ORIGINAL VENUE ARE FLOODED, SO WE HAVE DECIDED TO MOVE THE FESTIVAL INDOORS TO THE BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED DREW UNIVERSITY BALDWIN GYMNASIUM AT 36 MADISON AVENUE IN MADISON, NJ.
We chose this backup location because it is spacious and accessible, and other great music events have been hosted successfully at this venue. Drew also offers convenient parking, including a lot right in front of the Simon Forum. You will enjoy the same exceptional music festival activities while staying dry and mud-free!
The festival location has changed, but everything else remains the same! Bring your chairs or blankets, or utilize the bleacher seating, for 6+ hours of live music in celebration of clean water and open space. Enjoy adult beverages and a variety of food from our food trucks. Our fabulous merch vendors and the Kids’ Corner will be in the lobby just outside the gymnasium along with the restrooms. Please note, dogs are not allowed at the Drew University facility!
The doors will still open at 11 AM, with the bands playing until 6:30 PM.
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.
ENTRY & TICKETS: We encourage you to buy your ticket(s) in advance to save time and money. Scroll to the bottom of this page to purchase tickets. Show your email order confirmation on your cell as the entry ticket and for fast check-in.
Venue Location
Confirmed Indoor Location: Drew University Baldwin Gymnasium, 36 Madison Ave, Madison, NJ. See Drew Campus Map HERE.
(Due to ongoing rain, Brook Valley Farm’s fields at our original venue are flooded., 336 Loantaka Way, Chatham Twp. Special thanks to the Platt family of Harding Twp. for offering the GSWA this beautiful space again. 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 on the National and State Registers of Historic Places.)

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: Funnel cakes, fried zeppolas, 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
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 • Beats of Wisdom • Cose Belle • House of Cork • MindCurves • Patches & Paws • Tribux Creations
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.
Scroll to the Bottom of this Page for Tickets. Show your email order confirmation on your cell as the entry ticket and for fast check-in.
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 for Brook Valley Farm. 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!
THANK YOU TO OUR FESTIVAL SPONSORS!
Barred Owl
Atlantic Health System, S. Dillard and Adrienne T. Kirby Family Philanthropic Fund
Blue Spotted Salamander
Debra & John Apruzzese, Reed & Adrienne Auerbach, Chatham Print & Design, Eagle Cliff Real Estate Partners, Agi & Matt Krauser, Morris County Economic Development Alliance & Tourism Bureau, Valley Bank, Lisa and David Welsh
Emerald Darner
Community Builders, Gwenn & Anthony DellaPelle, EAB Insurance Group, Glenmede, Guaranteed Rate, Lissa & Ian MacCallum, Jr., New York Life of NJ, Pipe Works Home Services, PSEG, The Raritan Group, Turpin Real Estate
…And some additional sponsors who wish to remain anonymous.
SUPPORTERS
Harding Twp. DPW • Morris County MUA • New Jersey American Water • Kit Stinson • Washington House
Gates open at 11 AM for a day filled with filled with great music, lots of fun, and community spirit for the environment!
Purchase Your Tickets Below. Show your email order confirmation on your cell as the entry ticket and for fast check-in. All ticket sales are final.
