Revelers say so long to Vermont’s shortest and sweetest season at a full-blown hootenanny presented by Suicide Six Ski Area and ArtisTree Community Arts Center. The Base Lodge Bluegrass Festival sends spirits soaring with toe-tapping tunes, kids’ activities and palate-pleasing provisions, including beer, snacks and barbecue fare. An opening set by Deadgrass, a string band celebrating the music of Jerry Garcia, paves the way for the acoustic newgrass stylings of the Hot Flannel All-Stars (pictured), fronted by fifth-generation fiddler Patrick Ross. The end-of-summer hoedown reaches new heights with free scenic lift rides until 6:15 p.m.
