Don’t let this Spring Green music venue’s name fool you – The Shitty Barn is actually quite nice. The building dates to the 1930s and was once a pig barn before Chris Staples and Martha McCamy bought it in 2008 and transformed it into an intimate, rustic space for live music. (And gave it that unforgettable name.)
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Every year from May to October, the 110-capacity barn hosts about 30 concerts, including national acts like Kevin Morby and Black Pumas. “There’s a homegrown feel to it,” says Michael Lashua, one of nine current co-owners.
“When an artist really digs that feel, there’s an amazing vibe to the show.” If you want a ticket, act fast – the average Shitty Barn Session sold out in 22 minutes last year. The 2024 lineup will be announced on March 22, and tickets go on sale online April 1 at noon.
