Blending music, activism and sustainable living into a family-friendly event, the biennial Get Off the Grid Fest returns to the Southeast with a Solar Fest on August 23 and 24 at Goose Pond Colony Resort in Scottsboro, Alabama. Designed for homesteaders, homeowners and sustainability enthusiasts, the festival centers on solar energy, resilience and off-grid living. Admission is $55.20 and $81.88 for a one-day and two-day pass, respectively.

“The express purpose is to educate and inform homesteaders and the ‘solar curious’ as to how they can become producers of their own electric power rather than mere consumers and, in so doing, kiss the power monopolies goodbye, save the planet and have fun doing it!” says co-founder and producer Bill Fleming. It includes a solar expo, a sustainability fair, hands-on workshops, live music, vendors, food and beverages—all intended to allow attendees to fully experience alternatives to living on the “grid.” 

Music performances include Solar Family Jam, the Get Down Junkies, Amanda Platt and the HoneyCutters, Chikomo Marimba, and Sol Driven Train, among others. Yoga and tai chi sessions will be offered in the mornings.

Get Off The Grid Fest is a zero-waste event. Kids 15 and under get in free when accompanied by an adult ticket holder. Onsite camping is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Advance registration is not required.