ShatFest

Shatfest is more than a music festival—it's a celebration of the creativity, connection, and community that make New England special. Founded in honor of Duncan Littlefield, whose passion for bringing people together through all-ages local music continues to inspire us, Shatfest provides a welcoming space where musicians, artists, and audiences can discover new talent, build lasting relationships, and celebrate the arts.

Every donation helps us create an inclusive event that supports emerging artists while extending our impact beyond the festival itself. As we grow, we're committed to giving back to the communities that have supported us by raising funds for local causes, beginning with efforts to address food insecurity in New Hampshire and Vermont. Your generosity helps keep this tradition alive and ensures that Shatfest continues to foster creativity, kindness, and community for years to come.

Arts Alive offers fiscal sponsorship to new arts organizations working their way towards independence as nonprofits and to artists exploring community-centered projects and creating work in the Monadnock region.