Mountain Jam has built a reputation for its vibrant and diverse musical offering featuring rock, jamband, Americana, indie, folk, reggae, and funk, showcasing everything from well-known headliners to emerging artists.
[4] The festival's setting in the picturesque Catskill Mountains adds to its charm, offering attendees stunning natural views alongside the music.
Beyond the performances, there are various interactive and creative experiences, multiple food options and extensive activities making it a well-rounded festival for fans of music and the outdoors alike.
Over time, the festival grew to include multiple days with camping and has grown to include a diverse lineup of smaller artists, as well as large acts including Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Robert Plant, The Black Keys, The Lumineers, Michael Franti and Spearhead, Widespread Panic, Phil Lesh and Bob Weir, Willie Nelson, The Allman Brothers Band, Steve Winwood, Gov't Mule, The Avett Brothers, My Morning Jacket, Levon Helm, The Alabama Shakes, Steve Miller Band, Wilco, Brandi Carlile, The Avett Brothers and Pretty Lights.
Chetkof and Townsquare also co-created the Taste of Country Music Festival on back-to-back weekends with Mountain Jam through 2018.
In 2019, Chetkof ended its relationship with TownSquare Media and joined forces with Live Nation, a major global entertainment company known for its involvement in concert promotion and event management.
The 2019 line-up included Willie Nelson, Gov’t Mule, The Avett Brothers, The Revivalists, Dispatch and Toots and The Maytals.
The scheduled 2020 Mountain Jam line-up featured Trey Anastasio Band, Jason Isbell, Brandi Carlile, Gov’t Mule, Grace Potter, The Head and The Heart.
This decision was part of a broader trend of festivals and large events being postponed or canceled due to public health concerns.
Joy, a mystery headliner to be announced in early 2025, JRAD, Trampled by Turtles, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Julien Baker and Torres, moe., Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, Dogs in a Pile, Karina Rykman, Kitchen Dwellers, Grace Bowers & the Hodge Podge, Mikaela Davis, and 2 local bands: Upstate and Shane Guerrette.
The 15th Annual Mountain Jam took place from June 13–16 at Bethel Woods Center For The Arts At The Historic Site of the 1969 Woodstock Festival.