Mountain Mayhem

Catcha Vibe Returns to Mountain Mayhem: Free Outdoor Medical Cannabis & Music Festival in Gilead, Maine GILEAD, ME — April 29, 2025 If you’re looking for things to do in Maine this spring, mark your calendar for Saturday, May 17th as Mountain Mayhem 2025 returns to the mountains of Gilead, Maine. Located at 50 Bog Road, this free, family-friendly outdoor festival blends live music, medical cannabis, local art, and camping into a one-of-a-kind community celebration. Headlining this year’s event is Maine’s top reggae band Catcha Vibe, bringing their soulful grooves and uplifting energy back to the Mountain Mayhem stage. For fans of reggae festivals in New England, this is a rare chance to experience live roots music in a mountain setting — and at no cost. “As one of the most anticipated Maine cannabis festivals of 2025, Mountain Mayhem is about more than just music,” says Mike Heat of Catcha Vibe. “It’s about community, connection, and celebrating local culture — from growers to artists to families and friends.” This year’s festival lineup includes: MED VENDORS from across Maine offering high-quality medical cannabis products Live music all day from local artists Food trucks and vendors serving delicious regional fare Live glass blowing demonstrations, a highlight for art lovers and collectors A massive bonfire to close out the night East Coast Roll Bar & Silly Goose Roll Bar A fireworks show under the mountain stars Free wooded and field camping — tents, campers, and ENO hammocks welcome Foliage foraging trails for nature lovers A peaceful horse pasture hangout zone Giant yard games for all ages Perfect for families, music fans, cannabis patients, and outdoor enthusiasts, Mountain Mayhem is one of the best free events in Maine this May. From foraging trails to glass art to local caregivers, this festival offers a deeper kind of connection — to music, medicine, nature, and each other. Catcha Vibe hits the stage on May 17th. Come early, stay late, and bring your tribe for an unforgettable day in the mountains. For more info, lineup updates, and camping details, follow Mountain Mayhem on social media. https://facebook.com/events/s/mountain-mayhem/1905816939951597/