2026 Summer Opening Festival

The Current is pleased to invite the public to its 2026 Summer Opening Festival, a vibrant community celebration taking place on Saturday, June 20, 2026 (rain or shine*). This free event marks the opening of our summer indoor exhibition and the return of Exposed, our highly anticipated annual outdoor sculpture exhibition.

Join us for an afternoon of contemporary art, engaging dialogue, live music, and complimentary food and drink, while enjoying the beauty of summer in Vermont.

OPENING FESTIVAL: SATURDAY, JUNE 20

All festival activities are free and open to the public.

4:00–5:00 p.m.

Currently Speaking: Miles Greenberg in conversation with Rachel Moore

Artist Miles Greenberg joins Executive Director and Director of Exhibitions Rachel Moore for a special conversation exploring his practice, process, and the ideas behind his exhibition at The Current.

This event is free and open to the public; RSVPs are strongly encouraged as space is limited.

Click here to learn more + RSVP for Currently Speaking

Guests who RSVP for Currently Speaking do not need to register separately for the remainder of the festival. However, guests who RSVP on this page will only be registered for the Exposed Opening and Festival Celebration activities.

5:00–6:00 p.m.

Exposed Opening Walkabout & Artist Talks

Opening celebration for the 35th annual Exposed outdoor sculpture exhibition, including recognition of Christopher Curtis and the late John Matusz, followed by a guided walking tour through Stowe Village with artist talks at select sculpture sites.

6:00–7:00 p.m.

Festival Celebration at The Current

with Rajnii Eddins and Lost Faculty Duo

Live poetry reading with Rajnii Eddins, live music by The Lost Faculty Duo, and complimentary refreshments and food on the lawn at The Current.

Join Rajnii Eddins—poet, teaching artist, and cultural organizer—as he speaks to the times through the transformative power of poetry. Drawing on themes of love, peace, joy, creativity, hope, and boundless imagination, Rajnii’s work offers affirmation of our shared humanity and a heartfelt invitation to connection, healing, and possibility in a moment that deeply calls for all of the above.

*In the event of rain, the festival will be held in our galleries.

To RSVP for all festivities excluding the 4 p.m. artist talk, please click below.