Heritage

SATURDAY JULY 25, 2026

7:30AM-10:00AM: 41st Annual Barre Rotary Breakfast
Aldrich Public Library Lawn, 6 north main street, Barre

Please come to the 41 st Barre Rotary Club Breakfast on the Aldrich Public Library Lawn
during the Barre Heritage Festival. Enjoy Pancakes, eggs, French toast, ham, sausage,
toast, coffee, chocolate milk, white milk and bananas. Presented by the Barre Rotary
Club. Tickets are available at the Aldrich Public Library or from any Barre Rotarian.
Proceeds benefit the Aldrich Public Library. Questions? Contact Karl Rinker at 802-479-
0124 or lazykarl@aol.com.

8:00AM-1:00PM: Annual Jewelry & Book Sale
Aldrich Public Library Lawn, 6 washington street, barre / 802-476-7550
The Friends of the Aldrich Library have been busy sorting a vast number of donations
over the last few weeks in preparation for the annual Heritage Days book sale on the
library lawn. The sale will once again be under tents on Friday, July 24, from 8 am to 5 pm,
and on Saturday, July 25, from 8 am to 1 pm. There will be books for all ages at the sale,
including plenty of paperbacks and children’s books for summer reading. Bring a bag to
fill, and please come early for the best selection. And don't miss the Friends popular
jewelry sale!

8:30AM-9:30AM: Yoga with Rooted Yoga
City Hall Park
Sponsored By: Vermont federal credit union & Salvador & Babic
Start your Saturday with fresh air, movement, and a little time to recharge. Join Rooted
Yoga for the Barre Heritage Festival's annual Yoga in the Park! This free, all-levels
Vinyasa flow is the perfect way to begin your festival day, whether you're a seasoned

yogi or trying yoga for the first time. Please bring your own mat and any props you'd like
to support your practice with, and we'll meet you there! If you would like more yoga in your
life, check us out online at www.rootedyogavt.com or come see us at 325 No. Main St.
in downtown Barre! 

8:30AM-10:00AM: Barre Lion’s Club Downtown Tow-Down
Elm Street
The Barre Lion’s Club Downtown Tow-Down is back again!!! Teams of five will pull
a Bellavance Truck 50ft up Elm St. At intermission, there’s an opportunity for all the
children in the audience to have one pull. There are three divisions: open division,
women’s division, and high school division. Prizes will be awarded. Registration: 8:30-
9:00AM. Competition starts at 9:00. For more information or to register your team
contact Paul Plante at 802-272-5270.

9:00AM-11:00AM: Aerial Arts Demonstration by Shooting Star Dance Studio
Near Depot Square
Come see what Aerial Arts is all about. Experience the strength, grace, and artistry of
aerial performance as Shooting Star Dance Studio showcases the exciting world of
aerial arts!

9:00AM-9:00PM: Vendors & Sidewalk Sales
City Hall Park, Washington Street, North Main Street
Food vendors, gifts, novelties, non-profits and other services.
Downtown Sidewalk Sales on North Main Street.

9:00AM: Barre Heritage Festival 5K Trail Race
The Barre Town Forest, Millstone Trails, 44 Brook Street, Websterville
Sponsored by Central Vermont RUNNERS
Join us for a fun and scenic 5k trail race starting at the Barre Town Forest parking area,
through Websterville’s historic granite quarries. Family friendly, walkers invited to
participate. No dogs, headphones or strollers please. Registration and more info at:
https://www.runsignup.com/Race/VT/Websterville/BarreHeritageFestivalTrail5K,
www.cvrunners.org or 8:00AM prior to race. Cost: $10-$20. Proceeds to benefit the
Spaulding High School Running Teams.

9:00AM-6:00PM: Magic Shows with Michael Leach
Washington Street
Stop in and see Michael for his fun Magic Shows all day! Top of the hour, every hour!

10:00aM-11:00aM: 802 drip’s Kid-Friendly Neon Art Time (8 & under)
City Hall Park
Brought to you By: 802 Drip
802 Drip, Vermont’s mobile splatter paint party, brings a 1-hour focused session for
children 8 and under. This art time is a calm, guided neon painting under black lights.
Lower music volume and a more structured art-focused environment with emphasis on
creativity over high-energy activity.

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10:00am-11:00AM: Green Mountain Swing
City Hall Park Stage
Sponsored By: Vermont Federal Credit Union & Salvador & Babic
Green Mountain Swing is an all-volunteer, 17-piece “big band”. In addition to playing
music from the swing era when swing was king, as in the immortal bands of Benny
Goodman, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Woody Herman and others, we also include
music from the “bop” and “post bop” period which followed.

10:00AM-11:00AM: Barre Elks Lodge K9 DEMO
Barre elks lodge, 10 jefferson street, Barre | 802-479-9522
Stop in to the Barre Elks Lodge and get a K-9 Demo from the Barre Town Police
Department! Kid’s events sponsored by Barre Elks Drug Awareness And Antler’s
Program.

10:00AM-12:30PM: Inflatable Fun - Round One Kids’ Zone on North Main Street
Sponsored by: 802 Credit Union
Enjoy free inflatable fun featuring a Super-Mega Obstacle Course, Bounce Castle,
Gladiator Joust and Bungee Run. We offer two sessions, before and after the parade.
Bring the kids down for a day full of free fun!

10:00AM-4:00PM: Vermont Granite Museum – Explore Vermont’s Granite Heritage & More
Vermont Granite Museum, 7 Jones Brothers Way, Barre | 802-476-4605
Come to the museum to see the work of Vermont's granite sculptors and learn about the
different ethnic groups that came to Barre to work in the granite industry. Besides
exploring the museum's exhibits, try creating your own sculpture in clay, foam blocks,
and PVC pipe; design your own monument or machine; try the climbing wall or pedal
cars; or play an outdoor game (horseshoes, bocce, bolo palma, croquet, or cornhole).

10:00AM-4:00PM: Hinterland tattoo – Open studio
Hinterland tattoo, 248 N. Main Street, Barre
Come and check out Hinterland Tattoo’s new space above Espresso Bueno. Open
Studio all day! Soft drinks and snacks provided, with a chance to win a free tattoo! All
are welcome. 

10:00AM-4:00PM: DUNK THE PASTOR plus crafts and games for children
Hedding united Methodist church, 40 washington Street, barre
DUNK THE PASTOR 3 balls for $1 all proceeds support our food shelf. Free crafts and
games for children plus FREE ice pops.

10:00AM-6:00PM: Lenny's Outlet Tent Sale
Lenny's Outlet, 54 North Main Street, Barre | 802-476-9107
Attention bargain hunters! Don’t miss Lenny’s Outlet Tent Sale, Thursday through
Saturday, in downtown Barre. The Lenny’s Outlet always has great deals on brand-
name overstocks from Lenny’s 4 stores. But when the tent goes up, the prices fall even

further! Save on top-brand items including sneakers, sandals, slippers, casual shoes,
kids’ shoes, hikers, work boots, jeans, shorts, hats, sweatshirts, t-shirts and more!
Everything in the store will be on sale at Lenny’s Outlet Tent Sale, July 23-25, during
the Barre Heritage Festival in downtown Barre.

11:00AM-12:00PM: Barre Elks Lodge kid’s DIY Parade Wand
Barre elks lodge, 10 jefferson street, barre | 802-479-9522
Stop in to the Barre Elks Lodge and DIY your own wand for the Barre Heritage Festival
Parade!!! Wands and decorations provided! Kid’s events sponsored by Barre Elks Drug
Awareness And Antler’s Program.

11:00am-2:00PM: American Legion front yard bbq
American Legion, 320 North Main Street, Barre | 802-479-9058
The American Legion will host their annual BBQ on their front lawn. Open to the public.
 

11:00AM-5:00PM: Street Performance with Linda Peck
North Main Street
An interactive juggling performance and making balloons with street performer Linda
Peck!

11:00AM-6:00PM: SLOWPOKE SIDEWALK SALE
Slowpoke exchange, 124 North main street, suite 2, barre
Slowpoke Heritage Festival Sidewalk Sale!  Come check out our racks of 50% off
summer clothes.

11:30AM-12:30PM: Barre Tones
City Hall Park Stage
Sponsored By: Vermont Federal Credit Union & Salvador & Babic
When you think of Barre's heritage, The Barre-Tones are a part of it! The Barre-Tones
was founded in 1969 and have been playing Saturday morning of the Heritage Festival
for years!! Earlier this year at a competition in Framingham, Massachusetts, their
performance of “I’m Always Chasing Rainbows,” followed by Doris Day’s “Someone
Like You,” won the Betty Costello Award for most improved chorus as well as the Rising
Star Award. The Barre-Tones achieved the highest score of any small chorus in the
competition and, finishing in fifth place, were qualified for international competition in
Louisville, Kentucky, in November, 2025.

11:30aM-12:30pM: 802 drip’s Glow Dance Party (non-Paint Experience)
City Hall Park
Brought to you By: 802 Drip
802 Drip, Vermont’s mobile splatter paint party, brings a Glow Dance Party. Step into a
glowing world of music, lights, and nonstop fun! Dance under LED party lights with glow
sticks, glow-in-the-dark beach balls, and interactive games. No paint—just a high-
energy, mess-free experience for kids who love to move!

11:30AM-4:00PM: Studio Place Arts ARTIST SHOWCASES
Studio Place Arts, 201 North Main Street, Barre | 802-479-7069

Looking for an art adventure this weekend? Join us at Studio Place Arts (SPA) and at
partner sites for 6 new shows in downtown historic Barre. They include: All Aboard - Hit
the open road this summer for a dynamic show about all kinds of transportation
involving 21 artists (MAIN GALLERY); Unwanted Gifts – Paintings by Carrie Caouette-
De Lallo (2nd FLOOR GALLERY); Square Roots – Layered abstractions by Rebecca
Padula (3rd FLOOR GALLERY); Abstractions – Bright mixed media works by Michele
Johnsen (QUICK CHANGE GALLERY); Lap Love by Anne Davis at the Morse Block
(stop by for drinks and a bite to eat; and Happy to be Here by Zach Shaw in ARTE at
159 N Main (stop by for drinks and a bite to eat). Visit studioplacearts.com for info on
these shows.  SPA is a working art center with art exhibits, artist studios, classroom,
and a sculpture tour. Pick up your map of the Art Stroll at SPA or visit SPA’s website.

12:00PM-1:00Pm: THE RED TROUSER STREET PERFORMANCE #1
North Main Street
The Red Trouser Show is coming to the Barre Heritage Festival with TWO thrilling
street performances you won’t want to miss! This world-renowned duo brings
acrobatics, comedy, juggling, and pure adrenaline to the streets of Barre! Fun for all
ages and totally unforgettable! Bring the whole family and prepare to be amazed!
 

12:00PM-1:00Pm: Cate Great STREET PERFORMANCE #1
North Main Street
Known for incredible handstands, impressive juggling, and really bad jokes, Cate Great
delivers a high-energy, laugh-out-loud show thats fun for all ages. Come for the talent.
Stay for the jokes. Don't miss one of our newest additions to this year's Barre Heritage
Festival lineup!

1:00PM-2:00PM: Annual Barre Heritage Parade
Barre Auditorium to North Main Street. *
** PLEASE NOTE ** The Parade will turn left unto Elm Street and disburse at
Summer Street.

1:00PM-12:00aM: Summer Street Tavern’s Outdoor party & Kid’s Bike Giveaway
Summer street tavern, 30 summer street, Barre
Summer Street Tavern’s Outdoor Party with live music all afternoon, a beer tent,
smoked food. Not ready to call it a night, the party moves inside at 9:00 PM to keep the
good vibes going well into the evening. Stop by, grab a drink, enjoy great local music.
Rock Solid Crew IOMC will be giving away 22 free children’s bicycles for ages 3-10.
Each kid who is interested will get a raffle ticket with a drawing at 5pm. Must be present
to win!! 

1:30PM-4:30PM: Barre Elks Lodge parking lot party with music by shane mcgrath
Barre elks lodge, 10 jefferson street, Barre | 802-479-9522
Stop in to the Barre Elks Lodge Parking Lot Party!!! Enjoy music by Shane McGrath.
Pulled Pork Sandwich with Mac & Cheese, Coleslaw and Corn - $15/pp.

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2:00PM-3:00Pm: Cate Great STREET PERFORMANCE #2
North Main Street
Known for incredible handstands, impressive juggling, and really bad jokes, Cate Great
delivers a high-energy, laugh-out-loud show that's fun for all ages. Come for the talent.
Stay for the jokes. Don't miss one of our newest additions to this year's Barre Heritage
Festival lineup!

 

2:00pm - 4:00pm: "Water Play in the Park" - Ages 10 & Under

Mathewson Playground (Corner of Elm & Summer Street)

Sponsored by the Friends of the Mathewson Playground

Looking for a fun way to cool off after the parade? Join us for an afternoon of Water Play

in the Park! Come enjoy: Water blasters, a Splash pad, Water tables, Sidewalk chalk painting,

and Kiddie pools.  Bring your swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and get ready for an afternoon of

splashing, playing, and making summer memories! This is a free community event. Children

must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

2:00PM-5:00PM: Barre Heritage Festival Car SHOW
North Main Street
Check out cars from the Central Vermont Kustom Klassics as they line the street with
an impressive lineup of classic cars, hot rods, muscle cars, antiques, trucks, and
custom rides. Whether you are a lifelong car enthusiast or just love seeing beautifully
restored vehicles, this annual favorite is the perfect place to admire incredible
craftsmanship and chat with fellow car lovers. There's something for every generation to
enjoy!

2:00PM-5:00PM: GAMERS FOR GOOD
Aldrich public Library lawn
Check out Gamers for Good (G4G), the newest Rotary Club in Central Vermont during
this year's Barre Heritage Festival! Saturday, July 25th from 2-5pm on the Aldrich
Library Lawn. G4G will stage some brief Warhammer battles starting at 2 pm & conduct
a D&D Character Worksheet Workshop from 2-5 pm. They will be raffling off some cool
gaming prizes for $1/ticket. Stop in and learn about the magic of tabletop gaming &
contribute to the good of our community!

2:30pM-3:30pM: 802 drip’s Community canvas (All Ages)
City Hall Park
Brought to you By: 802 Drip
802 Drip, Vermont’s mobile splatter paint party, brings a community canvas experience
to the Barre Heritage Festival. This is an open tent splatter painting experience.

2:30PM-4:00PM: Atlantic crossing
City Hall Park stage
Sponsored By: Vermont Federal Credit Union AND SALVADOR & Babic
For nearly 30 years, Atlantic Crossing has been delighting audiences across New
England with its lively blend of traditional Celtic, New England, French Canadian, and
Maritime music. Their creative arrangements, rich harmonies, and infectious energy
make every performance a memorable one Whether you're a longtime fan or hearing
them for the first time, you'll be tapping your feet and swept away by music that's rooted
in tradition and full of heart.

2:30PM-5:30PM: Quarry Kitchen & Spirits Live Music with Adam McMahon Trio
Quarry Kitchen & Spirits - Depot Square
Have fun at the Quarry’s Block Party! Friday and Saturday – stop in and listen to great
music, enjoy drink specials and play some cornhole! Reservations not required, but
recommended. Seating is limited.

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2:30PM-6:00PM: Inflatable Fun - Round Two
Kids’ Zone on North Main Street
SPONSORED by: 802 Credit Union
Enjoy free inflatable fun featuring a Super-Mega Obstacle Course, Bounce Castle,
Gladiator Joust and Bungee Run. We offer two sessions, before and after the parade.
Bring the kids down for a day full of free.

3:00PM-4:00Pm: THE RED TROUSER STREET PERFORMANCE #2
North Main Street
The Red Trouser Show is coming to the Barre Heritage Festival with TWO thrilling
street performances you won’t want to miss! This world-renowned duo brings
acrobatics, comedy, juggling, and pure adrenaline to the streets of Barre! Fun for all
ages and totally unforgettable! Bring the whole family and prepare to be amazed!

3:00pm-5:00PM: Green Mountain Wrestling’s Granite City Showdown IV
Corner of North Main & Elm Streets
Green Mountain Wrestling returns to the Barre Heritage Festival for the fourth annual
Granite City Showdown! Get ready for high-flying action, big hits, unforgettable
characters, and plenty of crowd-roaring excitement as the ring takes over downtown
Barre once again. NEW THIS YEAR! Before the bell rings don't miss a special
reenactment of the legendary fist fight that gave Barre its name! A fun look back at one
of the citys most colorful stories before the action moves into the ring!

3:00PM-5:00PM: Granite Games Challenge
North Main Street
Hosted by Barre City & Barre Town Recreation Departments
Bring your energy and competitive spirit for an afternoon of classic festival fun! The
Barre City and Barre Town Recreation Departments will host a variety of field day
favorites, including coin stack challenges, bean bag toss, hula hoops, ping pong blow
races, and more! Games are divided by age group: Grades K–2 and 3-5 compete from
3:00–4:00 PM and Grades 6–8 and 9-12 compete from 4:00–5:00 PM. Prizes will be
awarded to the winners of each game. Come test your skills, have some fun, and see if
you can take home the bragging rights!

4:00pM-5:00pM: 802 drip’s Community canvas (All Ages)
City Hall Park
Brought to you By: 802 Drip
802 Drip, Vermont’s mobile splatter paint party, brings a community canvas experience
to the Barre Heritage Festival. This is an open tent splatter painting experience.

4:00PM-5:00Pm: Cate Great STREET PERFORMANCE #3
North Main Street
Known for incredible handstands, impressive juggling, and really bad jokes, Cate Great
delivers a high-energy, laugh-out-loud show that's fun for all ages. Come for the talent.
Stay for the jokes. Don't miss one of our newest additions to this year's Barre Heritage
Festival lineup!

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4:15PM-5:45PM: Seth + Sophie
City Hall Park Stage
Sponsored By: Vermont Federal Credit Union & Salvador & Babic
Central Vermont's own Seth + Sophie bring heartfelt harmonies, soulful vocals, and an
unforgettable acoustic sound to the City Hall Park Main Stage during the Barre Heritage
Festival. Blending folk, Americana, country favorites, and original songs, these two have
a way of connecting with every audience. Their chemistry is undeniable, their music is
genuine, and Sophie's voice is nothing short of incredible. If you haven't seen them
perform, this is your chance!

4:00pm-11:00PM: Barre heritage festival beer tent
Church street tent
Sponsored by cornerstone pub & kitchen
Stop into the Barre Heritage Festival Beer Tent and let the Cornerstone crew pour you a
cold beer or glass of wine while enjoying music from the concerts on the stage at City
Hall Park. 21 years or older; must show valid ID to enter.

5:30pM-6:30pM: 802 drip’s teen glow Session
City Hall Park
Brought to you By: 802 Drip
802 Drip, Vermont’s mobile splatter paint party, brings a Teen Glow Session dedicated
for teens ONLY! It's your time to shine! Teens take over the tent for a high-energy glow
experience featuring music, LED lighting, optional paint sprayers and paint balls, and an
interactive atmosphere designed just for them. Get messy, get creative, and glow all
out!  

6:00PM-7:15PM: The Messengers
City Hall Park stage
Sponsored By: Vermont Federal Credit Union & Salvador & Babic
The Messengers made their debut to the 2023 Barre Heritage Festival and haven’t
missed a festival since! The Messengers are a local cover band that play 50s and 60s
rock and roll! You’ll hear famous hits of The Beatles, Buddy Holly, Elvis, Eddie
Cochran, and The Rolling Stones! More than just a tribute band of one group, The
Messengers pay tribute to the two best decades of rock and roll!

6:00PM-9:00PM: Quarry Kitchen & Spirits Live Music with Donna Thunder
Quarry Kitchen & Spirits - Depot Square
Have fun at the Quarry’s Block Party! Friday and Saturday – stop in and listen to great
music, enjoy drink specials and play some cornhole! Reservations not required, but
recommended. Seating is limited. Open until 9pm.

7:00pM-8:00pM: 802 drip’s Big Glow Paint Party
City Hall Park
Brought to you By: 802 Drip
802 Drip, Vermont’s mobile splatter paint party, brings the BIG GLOW PAINT PARTY.
Sign up all weekend at the 802 Drip booth for your chance to be part of the grand finale!

Selected participants receive a free T-shirt and become the canvas in an epic glow paint
party filled with music, lights, and high-energy fun. No canvases—just you!
 

7:00pm-11:00PM: Saturday night dance featuring krazy kountry band
American Legion, 320 North Main Street, Barre | 802-479-9058
Enjoy the sounds of Krazy Kountry Band! Open to the public 21 and over. Must have
Valid ID.

7:30PM-9:00PM: Thunder Horse
City Hall Park Stage
Sponsored By: Vermont Federal Credit Union & Salvador & Babic
NEW to the Barre Heritage Festival... Thunder Horse is riding into town! If you love
country, you won't want to miss this one. Thunder Horse is bringing all the honky-tonk
hits from legends like Brooks & Dunn, Garth Brooks, Tracy Byrd, Joe Diffie, Travis Tritt,
and more for a night of boots, singalongs, and classic country fun.

9:00PM-1:00aM: DJ LAFOUNTAINE
Gusto’s bar, 28 Prospect Street, Barre
Stop into “America’s Gin Mill” and enjoy the sounds of DJ LaFountaine. $3 cover.
Barre Heritage Festival drink specials all weekend long!

9:00PM-10:00PM: FIREWORK lawn party
The Meltdown, 83 Washington street, barre / 802-622-8277
Sit on the patio or front lawn to watch the Fireworks at The Meltdown! Quite possibly
the best place in town to view the firework show! The Meltdown is spotlighting the
Montreal Smoked Meat Grilled Cheese all weekend long, a tribute to Diane's heritage! 

9:15PM: Fireworks
City Hall Park
Sponsored by Cody Chevrolet & Cadillac, J.A. Gould Plumbing & Heating &
Community national Bank
This show is not to be missed! The Barre Heritage Festival & Homecoming Days
fireworks is a unique close-proximity show. The fireworks shoot off right from the lawn of
the Vermont History Center. The views are simply phenomenal from City Hall Park
and North Main Street. Plan on being downtown with your neighbors and friends for this
unique fireworks display. This will be the largest firework display in Barre Heritage
Festival history!

Special thank you to the Vermont History Center and the City of Barre!

9:30PM-11:00PM: Native Tongue
City Hall Park stage
Sponsored By: Vermont Federal Credit Union & Salvador & Babic
Native Tongue returns to headline Saturday night and bring the 2026 Barre Heritage
Festival to an unforgettable finish. A longtime festival favorite, this local legend knows
exactly how to keep the crowd singing, dancing, and celebrating until the very last song.
Native Tongue is a five-piece band playing original music and classic rock covers. Four-

part harmonies, screaming guitars and a great rhythm section! Founded in 1995 Native
Tongue never stops growing and getting better. Music is the key to life and they love to
live it, and it shows!