MORRISTOWN, NJ – Following the success of last year’s reimagined event, Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) has announced that its ninth annual Great Swamp Great Music After Dark will take place on Sunday, May 17, from 6:00 to 10:00 PM at The Homestead Bar & Kitchen in Morristown.

As the organization’s second largest annual fundraiser, the admission price includes live music from three popular local bands, a buffet dinner, and discounted adult beverages (for adults 21 and over). Tickets are available now at GreatSwamp.org.

LINEUP

· The Big Fuss, known for their unique and charismatic take on classic rock.

· Cold Hill Band, presenting their distinctive catalog of eclectic original music.

· The HighRidge Runners, recognized for blending down-home country with a punk rock spirit.

“We’re thrilled to showcase these incredible bands and are so grateful they’ve donated their talents to support GSWA’s mission of clean water and land,” said Val Thorpe, GSWA’s Director of Operations. “Right in the heart of Morristown, this open-air venue is a total crowd-pleaser and a great way to end the weekend with friends, family, and some high-energy live music.”

TICKETS

· General Admission (Adults 21+): $50

· Youth/Young Adult Admission (Ages 7–20): $35

VENUE & PARKING

· Location: The Homestead Bar & Kitchen, 10 DeHart Street, Morristown, New Jersey

· Parking: Convenient options include on-street parking and the parking garage located directly across the street.

Visit GreatSwamp.org for additional information and ticket purchase.

GSWA thanks their generous sponsors (to date): Atlantic Health System, Adrienne & Reed Auerbach, Opella, Chatham Print & Design, New Jersey American Water, EAB Insurance Group, Agi & Matt Krauser, Pipe Works Home Services, and Lissa & Ian MacCallum.

This announcement follows the success of the organization’s sixth annual Plant for Pollinators program. The 2026 educational webinar series reached approximately 700 residents, with an additional 250 viewers engaging with the sessions online. Supported by 28 community partners, the Native Plant Program Online Sale resulted in new pollinator gardens being established at over 640 locations across 125 different communities.

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About the Great Swamp Watershed Association

Now in its 45th year, the Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and improving the water resources of the Passaic River region, from the Great Swamp headwaters to Newark Bay, for present and future generations. Through education, advocacy, science, land preservation, and stewardship, in collaboration with partners, we work to instill in our communities an awareness of water’s effect on health and the beauty of the environment, from source to sea. The organization educates over 3,000 school children, monitors over 30 stream locations, and holds approximately 50 public events each year.

For more information about Great Swamp Watershed Association, visit GreatSwamp.org.