Great Blue Heron
JULY 4 - JULY 5 - JULY 6 2025
SHERMAN, NEW YORK
The Wait is Over! Your GBH25 Lineup is Here!
artist lineup
We are so happy to dance the July 4th weekend away with the magical sounds of so many returning Heron favorites. We’re also can’t wait for you to fall in love with the incredible talents of Heron first-timers, including Andy Frasco & The U.N., Beats Antique, The Rumble, and Shadowgrass.
Buy your tickets now, and let’s get ready to celebrate this summer at The Heron!
print your own poster at home!
Volunteers are the heartbeat of what we do!
We’d love for you to be a part of the magic by volunteering with us at #GBH25 this July 4th, 5th, and 6th in beautiful Sherman, NY!
Why Volunteer? You will earn a weekend pass and connect with amazing people who share your passion for music and community.
Plus! There’s so much to enjoy when you’re not working— music, dancing, and the pure joy of being surrounded by love and nature!
Volunteer spots are limited, don’t wait—come share in the and magic of GBH25!
The Music
Year-after-year, the Heron continues to delight audiences with an eclectic mix of musical genres. Our foundation began with Americana and old time mountain music, yet through the years, our lineups have expanded to also include funk, jam, soul, roots-rock, reggae, Celtic, afrobeat, zydeco and everything in between!
And, while our Heron community has grown, the mission of the festival remains the same:
- Present a diverse assortment of original music from regional and national artists
- Create a collaborative space where all are encouraged to participate and interact
- Foster a cooperative and positive environment for celebration
- Ensure a safe and satisfying experience for the whole community.
History of the Heron
We believe the magic of this place stems from the partnerships that were created back in 1992. In short, David Tidquist had the bands and Julie Rockcastle had the land! It was more than a piece of land though, The Heron had been a place of gathering, as a campground, since the 1960’s.
David and Julie brought people together over 30 years ago to enjoy 3 beautiful summer days of music and their legacy continues today! It’s taken hundreds, maybe thousands of volunteers, plus family and friends, to make this event thrive for so many years. Thank YOU for celebrating with us along this incredible journey!
How Do I Get Involved?
Interested in being a volunteer, vendor or sponsor? We are always excited to meet new people and make new connections.
THE EXPERIENCE
CAMPING & PARKING
While camping is the best way to stay and be a part of the Great Blue Heron experience, festival goers are also welcome to come to the festival during the day and go home at night!
AMENITIES
Amenities at the festival grounds include clean drinking water, bathing facilities, campfire wood, ice and The Heron Farm Store.
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
In addition to music, the festival offers a full slate of creative activities for young children and teens, instrument and wellness workshops for all ages, as well as a sandy beach by the spring-fed pond for cooling off during the day.
LEAVE YOUR LEGACY
Help us build new bathhouses by buying a brick! So far we have raised $45,000 and each brick gets us one step closer.
NEWS: THE LATEST AND GREATEST
Driftwood Band Featured in The Villager
The Villager interviewed the band Driftwood, a regular at the Great Blue Heron, about their time at the festival. In “Up Close & Personal: Driftwood, Ithaca/Binghamton
Live Interview with Erie News Now!
Julie Rockcastle stopped by Erie News Now First at 4 to discuss the upcoming Great Blue Heron Music Festival. Check out the interview here!
Dancing for Over Three Decades in Sherman, NY
The local Villager reflects on over three decades of celebrations at the Great Blue Heron Music Festival. Read more here.
Proud Partner of Chautauqua County Tourism Board
The Great Blue Heron is a proud supporter of all the great events and businesses in Chautauqua County. Visit TourChautauqua.com to learn more about what there is to see and do in the area!
