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The National Life Group back lawn in Montpelier, Vermont serves as a natural outdoor amphitheater for Do Good Fest, a seasonal fundraiser benefiting the Vermont Foodbank and Branches of Hope. The lawn provides a general admission experience with a VIP lounge and a dedicated Nonprofit Village, set on a gently sloped, festival-friendly field that draws thousands of attendees each year.
Whether you’re attending Do Good Fest or a future event on this historic lawn, you’ll find practical details below to help you plan a smooth visit. We’ve included seating information, parking and transit options, and recommended nearby hotels and dining from trusted partners to make your trip easier.
National Life Group’s Do Good Fest has grown into a signature Montpelier event, with 2024 attendance around 6,500 and 2025 selling out. The festival supports Vermont Foodbank and Branches of Hope programs. For the best access, check the official festival maps for visitor parking instructions and shuttle service details. In case of weather or schedule changes, we provide up-to-date information to keep your planning simple and stress-free. Our team can help you secure your seats and plan your visit with local lodging and dining partners.
Explore nearby hotels like Capitol Plaza Hotel Montpelier, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, and the Inn at Montpelier, along with handpicked restaurant options to enhance your stay. We’ve got you covered with reliable recommendations and easy booking paths.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Headquarters and Do Good Fest site: National Life Group lawn at 1 National Life Drive, Montpelier, VT 05604 (back lawn used as an outdoor amphitheater for Do Good Fest).
- Capacity and attendance: Do Good Fest hosted about 6,500 attendees on the Montpelier lawn in 2024; 2025 events were reported as sold out.
- Venue type and seating: Outdoor festival on a sloping lawn described as a natural amphitheater; general admission lawn with a VIP lounge and a separate Nonprofit Village.
- Parking and transit: On-site parking is limited; a free Do Good Fest shuttle and off-site parking options are provided; festival maps and directions are available online including visitor parking instructions.
- Nearby hotels: Capitol Plaza Hotel Montpelier (100 State Street; now Capitol Plaza Hotel Montpelier, Tapestry Collection by Hilton), Inn at Montpelier (147 Main Street), and other options in downtown Montpelier.
- Notable events hosted: Do Good Fest is an annual fundraiser for Vermont Foodbank and Branches of Hope; Beats for Good is a high school competition associated with the festival; the event was temporarily moved indoors in 2023 due to Vermont floods; Do Good Fest has also run in Arlington, TX (Levitt Pavilion Arlington) as part of Texas broader Do Good Fest efforts.
- Venue renames/demolitions: The Capitol Plaza hotel in Montpelier rebranded to Capitol Plaza Hotel Montpelier, Tapestry Collection by Hilton; National Life Group’s Do Good Fest continues to be held on its back lawn.
- Key causes and beneficiaries: Vermont Foodbank (Do Good Fest proceeds) and Branches of Hope cancer/mental-health programs linked to CVMC and Howard Center.