Week 1 | Berkshire Busk!

John “Skeeter” Green has been twisting balloons for children and adults for over 25 years. He has won multiple awards for some of his creations. Making balloons for multiple birthday parties, grand openings, festivals and many more events. Come on out to the Berkshire Busk and see me and get an “Awesome” Balloon Creation.

Jacob Shipley: Haddad Subaru Stage

Jacob Shipley writes not-so-sad-anymore acoustic folk-rock for those who forgave, but find some masochistic joy in remembering. With a voice that is raw, powerful, and emotive, he shares stories from his own emotionally complicated life with humor and a knowing smile that only hindsight can bring. Jacob gives his live audiences the space to commiserate and laugh through the pain, sorrow, and embarrassments they’ve experienced.

dav!d reed: Berkshire Money Management Stage

“What's old is new again!” - Dr. Easy For decades singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist & recording artist dav!d reed has been delighting audiences with his unusual assortment of instruments, foot percussion, mouth harps - and a conch shell! You'll go on a colorful, eclectic musical journey from the sunny Caribbean to backroads Appalachia. His diverse collection of inspired original songs, folk blues, ragtime jazz, calypso & reggae result from many years performing and wandering the West Indies, rural New England and the American South. He has been compared to such legendary acoustic guitarists as Mississippi John Hurt, Joseph Spence, Taj Mahal, Jorma Kaukonen and the Davids Lindley & Bromberg. Reed also builds wonderfully quirky cigar box guitars and percussion instruments from recycled materials upon which he delivers his own tasty brand of juke joint country-blues & smokehouse rock!

Higby The Yo-Yo Guy: Warrior Trading Stage

John Higby the Yo-Yo Guy has performed his high energy comedy Yo-Yo show in 27 countries and has 4 Guinness World Records.

Friday Night, July 3rd: 6:30 - 8:30 PM

All around downtown Great Barrington.

Erin Morse: Robbie's Market

Erin Morse is your older sister who insisted on learning all her lessons, and making all her luck, the hard way. Inspired by the narrative-folk stylings of artists like Roger Miller, Peggy Seeger, and The Chicks, Morse spins yarns of observation and fabrication together to weave refreshing takes on generational curses, rural progressivism, and putting one foot in front of the other.

Christina Dellea: Rubiner's Alley

Christina passionately sings 60's-80's pop favorites with full band sound on keyboard and hand percussion. She reminds me of Karla Bonoff, Carly Simon, Carole King, Karen Carpenter, and Stevie Nicks all wrapped up in to one Christina is well known in the tri-state area as the definition of Harmony. Perfect for any event

Evan Miller: Castle Street Corner

Evan is a guitarist and producer from Berkshire county who has been in music for almost a decade. A frequent local performer who utilizes various instruments including guitar drums and bass in multiple bands around the area. As well as being a band member, Evan has also made a name for himself in the studio, recording for the Berkshire’s Academy for Advanced Musical Studies as well as developing a solo career. Throughout the years, Evan has studied and performed with the likes of Richard Boulger, Tony Lewis, Mino Cinelu, Dario Boente, Kenwood Dennard, Alex Blake, and Juliard guitar professor and guitar legend Rodney Jones.

Rick and Marilyn: Carr Hardware

Experience the synergy of 'Rick and Marilyn', the acoustic duo that is dedicated to bringing you Guitar-Centric, Hippie-Folk-Rock. Centered around the magical combination of Guitar and Song, our performances are a musical journey that traverses Marilyn's soulful original compositions and a thoughtfully curated selection of beloved classic folk and rock covers that resonate with audiences of all musical tastes. Rick's masterful guitar solos add a touch of brilliance, intertwining seamlessly with Marilyn's dynamic rhythm guitar and powerful vocals. The result is an electrifying, high-energy show that promises an unforgettable auditory experience. Join us for an evening of musical enchantment as we bring our passion for music to your audiences.

Myron the Magnificent: TP Saddleblanket

Myron the Magnificent carries forward the amazing magic that he inherited from a dynasty of magicians in the Magnificent family. Whether mysteriously levitating items from the local deli, causing scarves to vanish to the netherworld, or speaking to the spirit of his long lost Grandpa Mervyn, Myron performs an array of stunning magic that is sure to bewilder and astound.

Saturday Afternoon, July 4th

At the Great Barrington Farmers Market from 10AM-12:30PM &
Berkshire Mountain Distillers from 3PM-5PM

Evan Miller: Great Barrington Farmers Market

Edwin O.Munera-Composer-Guitarist: Berkshire Mountain Distillers

2025 Mass Cultural Council grant award recipient, His compositions have been performed by Duo Ego in Sweden, MusicWorks Collective in Rhode Island, part of the "Flash Mass" of Ensemble Ipse in New York City. He has performed his own series of pieces for guitar solo in USA, France, Italy and Colombia. Edwin has also composed, arranged, and recorded for popular and latinoamerican music ensembles, performing his music and others’ in Colombia, France, Belgium, and the United States. Edwin was a Graduate Student Research Award recipient from Tufts University to study Colombian traditional music in 2018. He is a long-standing member of ASCAP (The American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers). Edwin Munera has a Masters in Contemporary Composition from Tufts University, where he studied with composers John McDonald and Kareem Roustom. Edwin began his composition formation under Mauricio Lozano at Centro de Orientacion Musical Francisco Cristancho in Colombia. Then, in France, he studied with guitarist and composer Arnaud Dumond at Ecole Nationale du Musique d’Evreux and classical guitarist Gerard Verba at Conservatoire Darius Milhaud.

Main Stage! Saturday Night, July 4th

Haddad Subaru Stage: Upper Railroad Street, 6:30PM-7:15PM; 8PM-8:45PM
Warrior Trading Stage: Lower Railroad Street, 7:15PM-8PM; 8:45PM-9:15PM

Berkshire Money Management Stage & Fairview Kid's Zone: Triplex Cinema Courtyard, 6:30PM-8:30PM

Balloon Ben: Fairview Kid's Zone

Balloon Ben has been twisting and entertaining in Berkshire County and beyond for 14 years. His unique style allows him to meet almost any request. He loves a challenge, so feel free to use your imagination in your requests from this talented Airbender. Your imagination is the limit!

Cate Great: Warrior Trading Stage

Cate Great! is an international, award-winning street and circus performer whose charm, skill, and comedic timing captivate audiences of all ages. Trained at the renowned Quebec Circus School, she has spent twenty years dazzling crowds on both stage and street across eleven countries—including Australia, New Zealand, the UK, Dubai, and much of North America. With her multifaceted talents, Cate brings high-energy wit, clever comedy, and exceptional circus artistry to festivals, community stages, and private events worldwide. She’s not just great—she’s Cate Great!

Robin OHerin, Traditional Blues and Gospel: Berkshire Money Management Stage

Robin OHerin is a performing/teaching musician, specializing in traditional Delta bottleneck blues and fingerstyle guitar, ukulele, singing, and songwriting. She was a finalist in the solo/duo Capitol Region Blues Challenge on Sept. 11, 2022 and opened for Chris Beard at the Stationery Factory (May 2024). Two of her original blues songs have been placed repeatedly on the top 10 list on Broadjam.com. The Road To Prague has held the #1 place twice so far. Robin has toured in Europe and the US for over 15 years, sharing the stage with Paul Geremia, Andy Cohen and Roy Bookbinder, to name a few. In between teaching and touring, Robin is currently working on getting her original music licensed for TV and films, in-between organizing large protest rallies in Pittsfield, MA. Learn more at http://www.robinoherin.com

My So-Called Summer: Haddad Subaru Stage

My So-Called Summer is a 3 piece indie-rock band based in Stephentown, NY. They create a throwback feeling of a 90s summer with their music & visuals ☀️

Saturday Night, July 4th: 6:30 - 8:30 PM

All around downtown Great Barrington.

Rick and Marilyn: On-Air Inside WBCR! 6-7pm

Lia Pearl: First Congregational Church

Lia combines art and athleticism in the practice of aerial silks, performing feats of grace and daring on a 20' piece of fabric!

Poppy: TP Saddleblanket

Poppy has been traveling around the country in her van as a nomadic henna artist for the past three years. She got her start tattooing in Prescott, then took to the road full time and has enjoyed exploring the world of henna and connection through art from coast to coast.

Autumn Phoenix Music: Carr Hardware

Autumn Phoenix is an award-winning singer-songwriter blending Jazz Folk Indie Pop (JFIP) with intricate finger-picked melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and captivating storytelling that draws audiences into every emotion. Catch her live and be a part of an experience you won't forget! See examples of her work at Instagram.com/AutumnPhoenixMusic

Anne Cubberly's Giant Puppets: Roaming

Anne Cubberly, Giant Puppet Designer & Builder, dreams about movement, super fun collaborations with beautiful humans, giant puppets and the ever expanding universe.

Kevin Devaney: TP Saddleblanket

Kevin Devaney is passionate about individuals experiencing the arts as part of their daily life without gatekeepers or ivory towers. Devaney has been traveling the world with a typewriter and all the words he can fit in his head since 2016, though his study of poetry precedes that wild jump by over two decades. He has a passion for bookbinding, as well as fabrication of other objects and experiences in which individuals can step outside of themselves and open to wonder. As an educator, Devaney has taught poetry to students ages 8-78 in college lecture halls, private classes, writing retreats and summer camps alike. He holds an MFA in poetry from Sarah Lawrence College, and has created over 190 unique collections of original poetry.

Elijah Stone: First Congregational Church

Elijah Stone is a New York–based singer-songwriter blending pop, rock, soul, and blues into a fresh yet timeless sound. His debut EP Twenty-Second Catch showcases groove-forward, hook-driven songs with candid lyricism, and his recent work includes a cinematic music video for his song, “Look Listen.”

GypZbilly: Castle Street Corner

GypZbilly delivers a high-energy blend of American roots music for dancing, listening, and lively gatherings. Mixing swing, blues, rockabilly, reggae, folk, and Caribbean rhythms, the band creates an upbeat acoustic sound that feels both timeless and fresh. Originally conceived by Kevin ""String"" Smith in 2020, the project was created to explore the American back-beat across decades and styles. Today, the repertoire includes a growing selection of StringSmith original material alongside classic influences inspired by artists like Louis Jordan, Django Reinhardt, and Ry Cooder. Stir in longtime friend and musical brother Lou Davis expanding the sonic palette with sax, tuba, harmonica, and guitar, creating a unique contrapuntal interplay of musical lines and rich vocal harmonies. The tuba bass adds a distinctive and playful dimension to the band’s sound. Punch it up with Dave Grout, Diana Harold, and Jerry Davis (Lou’s brother), who bring bass, drums, and keyboards when the ensemble expands for larger stages. Past collaborators include Kyle Murray, Carolyn Dufrane, and Pete Toigo. Known for engaging live performances, GypZbilly specializes in providing the perfect soundtrack for swing dances, festivals, and community events—music with a strong groove, warm and approachable. Their mission is simple: honor the roots of American music while keeping the party moving.

Daring Coyotes: Rubiner's Alley

Daring Coyotes is the vehicle by which David Clark Carroll's unique songwriting comes to life. He creates music steeped in traditional bluegrass with heavy doses of mandolin, but with modern twists and eccentric, even occasionally electrified instrumentation as can be heard on his latest album, Tales from Mount Tom. Based in Easthampton, MA, David writes about nature, society, politics and modern life, frequently collaborating in studio and on stage with Ryan Seiler on bass and accordion.