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Welcome to Midway Lawn, the outdoor concert lawn at Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction, Vermont. With a flexible GA configuration, blankets and chairs are typically permitted, and no fixed seating means you can enjoy the show under the sky with fellow music lovers. The venue historically accommodates around 5,000 guests in its Midway Lawn GA setup, with plans and discussions that could expand capacity to about 11,000 after grandstand renovations. This page covers seating expectations, parking, transportation, and nearby hotels and dining to help you plan a smooth outing. We’ve got you covered with insider tips to secure your seats and make the most of your visit.
Address: 105 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, VT 05452. The Midway Lawn sits within the Champlain Valley Exposition grounds and hosts a mix of concerts and community events year-round. Whether you’re catching Vermont Gatherings, the Yankee Sportsman Classic, NSRA events, or big-name performances like Noah Kahan, Cake, Mt. Joy, Weird Al Yankovic, and Rainbow Kitten Surprise, this venue offers a laid-back GA experience with a strong sense of community.
Plan ahead for parking and transit. On-site parking is typically available, though some shows may have varying parking details or fees. Green Mountain Transit serves Route 2 through Essex Junction with stops near Pearl Street, giving you a straightforward transit option. For a convenient stay, consider nearby hotels such as Spark by Hilton Essex Junction Burlington (across the street) and other nearby options like Best Western Windjammer Inn and Holiday Inn Express & Suites. We prioritize affiliate partner recommendations to help you find reliable hotel stays and eat well nearby, so you can focus on enjoying the show. If you’re browsing for tickets, remember: GA lawn seating means you’ll be seated on blankets or chairs with a flexible view, and seating is not assigned. When events are rescheduled or dates are announced, we’ll provide clear updates right here.
Nearby Hotels
Nearby Dining
- Local favorites and casual dining near Pearl Street – check affiliate partner picks for dining options with easy access after the show.
Tips: Secure your seats by arriving early for GA lawn shows, bring a blanket or low-profile chair, and check event-specific guidelines in advance. We’ve got you covered with trusted tickets and venue details to help you navigate parking, transit, and local amenities with ease.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: about 5,000 for the Midway Lawn GA configuration, with potential to reach around 11,000 after grandstand renovations (plans discussed by the Expo).
- Address: 105 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, VT 05452.
- Venue type: outdoor concert lawn (Midway Lawn) within the Champlain Valley Exposition grounds; typically GA with blankets/chairs allowed.
- Seating chart: no fixed seating on the Midway Lawn; events list GA configuration and permit blankets/chairs.
- Parking: ample on-site parking available for most events (parking details may vary by show; nearby events list parking fees).
- Transit: served by Green Mountain Transit (Route 2 Essex Junction) with stops near Pearl Street; schedules vary by event date.
- Nearby hotels: Spark by Hilton Essex Junction Burlington (across the street); other nearby options include Best Western Windjammer Inn, Holiday Inn Express & Suites, and several Burlington-area hotels.
- Notable events hosted: Vermont Gatherings, Yankee Sportsman Classic, National Street Rod Association (NSRA) events, Relay for Life, Vermont Flower Show; Noah Kahan benefit show; recent shows include Cake, Mt. Joy, Weird Al Yankovic, Rainbow Kitten Surprise.