Dive into the dynamic world of traditional music for a weekend of playing, learning, dancing, jamming, performance, and more. Upper Valley Music Center brings together some of the best traditional musicians in New England, all of whom are dedicated to keeping the tradition alive through performance and teaching. The weekend includes a number of events in Colburn Park which are free and open to the public, as well as ticketed workshops and concerts. Colburn Park Trad Music Festival includes many traditional music styles that have inspired the trad music culture of New England, including Scottish, Irish, French, Quebecois, English, and Appalachian.

2026 faculty includes Jeremiah McLane, Rachel Clemente, Amy Cann, Liz Faiella, Dan Faiella, George Fowler, Andrew VanNorstrand & more TBA

Learn more and register at uvmusic.org/cptmf