If you’re looking for the ultimate summer music pilgrimage, look no further than Pine Creek Lodge, just outside Livingston, Montana. Tucked into the heart of Paradise Valley, this hidden gem has quietly built a reputation as one of the most epic—and unexpectedly stacked—live music venues in the country. And this summer is no different.

The 2025 lineup reads like a dream for JamBase followers: moe. returns for two nights of high-altitude jamming on July 11 and 12, followed by the always-soulful G. Love & Special Sauce on August 10. Later in August, Matisyahu brings his genre-blending spiritual energy to the mountains on August 27, before the Disco Biscuits roll in for three nights of late-summer improvisational bliss, August 29 – 31. Cap it off with a rare two-night stand from Umphrey’s McGee, who’ll close out the summer season September 19 and 20.

In between, Pine Creek’s own Creekside Revival Festival on August 22 – 24 keeps things moving with 20 bands across three days — from bluegrass to brass to psych-folk. This homegrown celebration draws on regional favorites and national talent, with bands like Armchair Boogie, High Country Hustle, Kyle Tuttle and a superjam Pine Creek All-Stars set featuring members of the Kitchen Dwellers, The Lil’ Smokies, Bruce Hornsby’s Noisemakers and more.

Over the years, Pine Creek Lodge has become a must-play stop for top-tier jam bands, with previous seasons featuring sold-out performances by fan favorites like Billy Strings, STS9, Greensky Bluegrass and Kitchen Dwellers. Two-night runs and multi-night blowouts have brought a loyal following to this off-the-beaten-path venue, where the mountain air and music mix into something unforgettable.

But it’s not just the lineup that makes this venue special — it’s the place. Built in 1946, Pine Creek Lodge has transformed from a historic general store into a rustic-chic outdoor venue that attracts over 30,000 music lovers annually. Picture dancing beneath string lights and pine trees, sipping a Montana brew, and watching your favorite band as the sun sets behind the Absaroka Mountains.

The setup is as charming as it is convenient: two stages, local food truck brunch and a shuttle from nearby Bozeman and Livingston. And for those who want to stay close to the magic, Pine Creek offers coveted in-venue cabins and campsites, just steps from the stage — a rare and sought-after perk in the live music world.

Whether you’re chasing a high-energy set from Umphrey’s, kicking back for a sunset show with G. Love, or making a weekend out of Creekside Revival, Pine Creek Lodge should be on every live music fan’s radar. Come for the jams — stay for the magic.

Tickets and full schedule at pinecreeklodge.com.