Free-stages Were a Hit

While Woodstock showcased iconic artists like Janis Joplin, it also provided a platform for aspiring acts to perform. The fairgrounds featured “free stages” where smaller bands, like the one pictured, could shine.

The intimate setting, characterized by a small, warmly lit stage, facilitated engaging performances, encouraging the audience to dance and move. This photograph captures some spirited attendees fully immersed in the music, representing the festival’s free-spirited and inclusive atmosphere. Woodstock’s legacy isn’t just the well-known headliners but also the numerous lesser-known talents who contributed to the event’s vibrant and multifaceted musical experience.

Next: All kinds of folks came.