Events

08/23/2025
Channel 2 Dub Band @ Vermont Reggae Fest

Switchback Brewing Co., Burlington VT
39 years after Battery Park ~ looking forward to gearing it up with the C2DB at Vermont Reggae Fest .. a tribute to our roots indeed! 8/23/25 at Switchback Brewing 160 Flynn Ave, Burlington, VT, 05401. We open the show at 2pm – more deets below..

Event Details
The Return of the Vermont Reggae Festival – A Tribute to our Roots

VIP includes:

– Dedicated premium viewing area
– Private Bar
– Private Bathrooms
– VT Reggae Fest T-shirts

Rock and Roll Playhouse Performs Bob Marley (Ticket is not part of the main event) Ages 1+ (No ticket needed for adults with main event ticket). Doors 11:00am Show 12:00pm.

Get ready for a day filled with rhythm, roots, and positive vibrations as The Vermont Reggae Fest: A Tribute to Our Roots takes over Switchback Brewing Co. (160 Flynn Ave, Burlington, VT) on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025, presented by True 802 and ElmThree in association with The Reggae Takeover.

This one-day celebration of reggae music and culture features a powerhouse lineup of international icons and beloved local acts, all coming together in the heart of Burlington.

PERFORMANCES BY:
- Barrington Levy – Legendary voice of dancehall and reggae
- John Brown’s Body – American reggae pioneers
- Lambsbread – The New England based reggae band originating from Burlington in 1983
- The Skatalites – The original ska trailblazers
- Channel 2 Dub Band – Vermont’s homegrown dub ambassadors
- Rock and Roll Playhouse Performs Bob Marley – A special morning set for families with kids
SCHEDULE:
- Family Show: Rock and Roll Playhouse – Doors at 11:00 AM
  
  Please Note: This is a separate ticket.
- Main Event: Full lineup – Doors at 1:30 PM
This all-day, all-ages event will feature food trucks, artisan vendors, cold brews by Switchback Brewing Co., and a warm, welcoming outdoor environment that honors reggae’s rich legacy while building community. Whether you’re a longtime reggae fan or just discovering the sounds of Jamaica and beyond, The Vermont Reggae Fest is your summer destination for unity, celebration, and roots revival.