Mud, Music & Meaning: Daniel Barden Mudfest 2025
- Artist For Action
- Jul 1
- 1 min read
On Saturday, May 3 , 2025, the Daniel Barden Mudfest returned to MKJ Farms in Deansboro, NY for its 11th annual celebration of muddy obstacles, music, and community spirit. Riders and runners of all ages tackled the fun (but gritty) course before gathering for a post-run party featuring live music from Wheatus and other regional acts. This year, Mudfest was proudly produced in collaboration with Artist For Action, and all proceeds from the event went directly to Sandy Hook Promise to support their ongoing gun violence prevention work.
Named in memory of Daniel Barden, a kind first grader lost in the 2012 Sandy Hook tragedy, the event raises funds for the Barden Adventure Scholarship and serves as both a tribute and a testament to community resilience. In 2024, Mudfest presented a $25,000 check to Sandy Hook Promise, reinforcing the power of community-driven fundraising and creative partnership.
Artist For Action unites musicians, creators, and cultural leaders to support real solutions to address the gun violence epidemic. In partnership with Sandy Hook Promise, the coalition amplifies voices that inspire change, raises awareness and drives resources toward proven prevention programs. Whether through performances, campaigns, or collaborations like Mudfest, we are mobilizing the creative community to protect the next generation—because using your voice can save lives.
