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From Bach to blues, from folk to funk, from classical to Cajun, you’ll find the music festivals you’re looking for right here in this section.
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Mammoth Lakes Jazz Jubilee
July 09 - July 13, 2008
Mammoth Lakes, California, USA |
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World class bands perform in venues around the town in Mammoth Lakes. Over 20 bands offering music from traditional, dixie, big band, zydeco & swing. Great food & souvenirs, scenery and mountain fresh air!
With an enthusiastic group of local organizers, great traditional jazz, and spectacular High Sierra views, Mammoth Lakes adds up to one giant jazz buzz. Ten venues are scattered among the high mountain pines and laid-back town bars, where more than 20 bands sound out Dixieland and other traditional styles for appreciative fans. While many all-stars trek cross-country, the majority of performers come from around the west coast.Sounds of Swing, Dixie, Big Band, Zydeco and much more are all featured at this event. Dance floors, all around town transportation, food & drink.Family fun
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The Big Rib BBQ & Blues Fest
July 10 - July 13, 2008
Rochester, New York, USA |
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Six rib teams who travel the country compete for cash and trophies roll into Highland Park 2 days before we open and start smoking their prize winning ribs, chicken and brisket. Many of our team captains have appeared on the Food Network. These rib kings are the stars that attract tens of thousands who are on a mission to taste the best ribs with the best sauce! Add a little sassy soul music and some cool blues and a low cover charge, and the fans just keep on coming!
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Newport Music Festival
July 11 - July 27, 2008
Newport, Rhode Island, USA |
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Established by the New York Metropolitan Opera in 1969, the Newport Music Festival presents chamber music in the famous Newport Mansions. Millionaires lend their neo-classical and baroque summer mansions to a cultural cause, as Newport presents more than 67 classical concerts in their ballrooms and on their lawns. Some 60-plus international artists play in such venues as The Great Hall of The Breakers, constructed in 1895 by Cornelius Vanderbilt in the style of a 16th century Italian Palace.
The purpose of chamber music was to give life to rooms like those at Newport, and chamber music is indeed the focus, although the musical selection runs the classical gamut. The selection process is made by general director Dr. Mark P. Malkovich III, who chooses from the 19th century chamber and vocal repertoire, along with some Romantic-era piano literature. Composers such as Schubert, Brahms or Tchaikovsky are featured in afternoon retrospective concerts.
The Festival celebrates its 40th season in 2008, with more than 60 classical musicians from around the world performing in these most gracious settings.
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Comstock Rock
July 11 - July 13, 2008
Comstock, Nebraska, USA |
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Comstock Rocks for Four days in July as the biggest outdoor rock event in Nebraska, great Classic and Current Rockers perform for thousands of people. Acres of camping (the best way to experience the Magic of Comstock). Campsites available, with or without hookups.
Food Vendors, Flea Marketers, and Tattoo Parlors, Craft vending. Hot Air Balloons and Helicopter rides entertain the crowd.
Bookmark the website: http://www.windmillenterprises.net
Comstock also puts on a four day Country Festival June 7-10 2007 & the Christian Music Godstock August 3-5 2007 go to the website for all the details.
http://www.windmillenterprises.net
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Salt Lake City International Jazz Festival
July 11 - July 13, 2008
Salt Lake City, Utah, USA |
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Extraordinary outdoor Festival in beautiful downtown Salt Lake City. This year's Festival is the eighth year for the event and features real jazz, real food and great fun. Two stages with continuous music from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM. There are FREE educational clinics at the University of Utah open to the public on July 11 and 12.
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Summit County Italian American Festival
July 11 - July 13, 2008
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, USA |
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Italian food and music. Gondola rides on the Cuyahoga River.
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Temecula Valley International Jazz Festival
July 11 - July 13, 2008
Temecula, California, USA |
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The Temecula Valley International Jazz Festival is modeled after the Vancouver International Jazz Festival, but in the sunny Southern California Wine Country City of Temecula, located just over an hours drive South/East from Los Angeles, and less than an hour’s drive North of San Diego on I-15. It is a combination of "free" and "ticketed" events, which will be held at various locations Old Town Temecula. This event is produced by Musicians Workshop, a California Non-Profit 501(c)(3) performing arts & music public benefit corporation, and proceeds from this event will go towards the building of a Community Cultural Arts & Music Center in Temecula.
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Fun Fest
July 11 - July 19, 2008
Kingsport, Tennessee, USA |
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Family oriented festival featuring Crazy 8's record holding 8-K (www.crazy8s.org), hot air balloons, parade, national music acts, pet dog show, cross-country bike ride, fireworks free street concerts, children’s area, and much more. Free street concerts and children’s area
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All American Jam
July 11 - July 12, 2008
Taylor, Michigan, USA |
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The All American Jam at the Taylor Summer Festival represents one of southeast Michigan's most popular summer family events and celebrations of American music. The festival continues to receive headlining performers which include some of the hottest country and classic rock-n-roll artists in America.
On Friday one of the area's finest Fireworks displays which typically draws over 100,000 people, making it one of the largest community sponsored pyrotechnical displays in the region.
In addition to great music, the festival features a carnival, mud volleyball, a Vegas style casino and a major softball tournament, creating great fun for the entire family.
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Carolina Mountain Ribfest
July 11 - July 13, 2008
Fletcher, North Carolina, USA |
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Barbecue rib festival featuring world class barbecue cookers from around the nation. Fun Food, Juried arts & crafts show. Top name entertainment throughout. Cammercial exhibit area.
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The Louisville Blues-n-Barbecue Festival
July 11 - July 13, 2008
Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
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The Louisville Blues-n-Barbecue Festival has been heating up mid-summer since 1998, offering you a chance to kick back and enjoy the intoxicating sounds of New Orleans and Memphis.
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Rock Around The Block
July 12 - July 13, 2008
Chicago, Illinois, USA |
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Rock Around the Block has been rated as one of the best musical events in Chicago, featuring 30 of the city's best bands. Rock has also become one of Chicago's largest events of the year. Over 40,000 people are expected to attend the event this year, experiencing the best in entertainment, food, family activities and fun. Rock Around the Block is a fundraiser for the community.
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Ojai Rock Fest '08
July 12, 2008
Ojai, California, USA |
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The OJAI CLASSIC ROCK FESTIAL 6 is a charity concert to benefit the Easter Seals and the Ojai Performing Arts Theater. This all-day outdoor music festival set held at the beautiful Libbey Bowl in downtown Ojai features the finest tribute acts performing recreations of the top names in rock. Great music, vendors, a laser-light show, and a gorgeous park setting make this concert a fan favorite.
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Havasu RockFest
July 17 - July 20, 2008
Cadott, Wisconsin, USA |
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Three day festival featuring over 30 bands on three stages, a motorcycle buildoff with a $10,000 1st prize, A motorcycle show with free entry with paid admission, over 200 vendors, lots of food and drinks. We are also providing a fund raiser raffle with guitars signed by the bands to benefit Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, Hospice, Havasu Cancer Society, Western Arizona Humane Society, K-12 Foundation of Lake Havasu District 1, Lake Havasu Youth Sports organizations
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The 31st Annual Jamboree In The Hills
July 17 - July 20, 2008
Morristown, Ohio, USA |
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For the past 30 years, more than 125,000 fans annually have flocked to the rolling hills of Eastern Ohio for the longest running and most popular country music festival in America! This four day event in Morristown, OH is home to 2,600 campers who arrive early for contests and activities. The 25 hours of live music features rising superstars as well as country music’s hottest acts.
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McCall Summer Music Festival at Roseberry
July 17 - July 19, 2008
Donnelly, Idaho, USA |
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SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL CELEBRATES OVER 30 YEARS OF MUSIC!
The McCall Folklore Society meets every first Wednesday night at the McCall Public Library, and the public is always invited to come and see what we're up to!
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JazzFest
July 18 - July 19, 2008
Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA |
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JazzFest, the annual Sioux Falls Jazz and Blues Festival, features four stages and two days of free music. A children's activities area, beer garden, fireworks displays, arts and crafts vendors, food concessions and more! No pets, No RV's and no coolers.
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JazzFest West
July 19 - July 20, 2008
San Dimas, California, USA |
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The 2-day jazz festival features the best in smooth jazz, R&B and pop music. Come and enjoy the great food vendors, nearly 40 art & craft vendors and a great atmosphere. The park features large grass seating areas, plenty of shade tree's to keep it cool and ample parking next to the park. See for yourself why JazzFest West (formerly the Old Pasadena JazzFest) has become one of the hottest smooth jazz events each and every year!
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Summer on Southport
July 19 - July 20, 2008
Chicago, Illinois, USA |
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Summer on Southport is a unique event taking place this July on Southport. It will include the 5th Annual Children’s Festival, great live music, incredible food and beverages. The event will provide everyone with exciting opportunities to enjoy a summer weekend in Chicago. The quaint shops and beautiful tree-lined street will come alive for this two-day community festival.
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Ocean State Reggae Festival
July 19 - July 20, 2008
Charlestown, Rhode Island, USA |
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In our current fast paced and sometimes violent society, the warm, and peaceful atmosphere coupled with awesome reggae music is sure to be a blessed event for your family. If you enjoy shopping for unique crafts and tasting a variety of ethnic foods in the warm ocean air, you will enjoy the friendly staff and beautiful venue at Ninigret Park in Charlestown R.I.
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Angels Unite Worldwide
July 19, 2008
Broomfield, Colorado, USA |
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ANGELS UNITE WORLDWIDE 2008
A LARGE CONCERT EVENT
SPREADING A MESSAGE OF HOPE, LOVE AND PEACE FOR ALL
BENEFITTING
MAKE –A –WISH FOUNDATION OF COLORADO
PROJECT ANGEL HEART
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY OF COLORADO
WHEN: JULY -19TH 2008
JULY 19TH- ANGELS UNITE WORLDWIDE CONCERT
FEATURING PERFORMERS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE WHO ARE
USING THEIR TALENTS TO MAKE A POSITIVE DIFFERENCE.
WHERE: DENVER, COLORADO
LOCATION: Broomfield Event Center
11450 Broomfield Lane
Broomfield, CO 80021
CAPACITY: 7,500
CHARITIES
MAKE –A –WISH FOUNDATION OF COLORADO
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Colorado grants the wishes of children with life- threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY OF COLORADO
The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer, through research, education, advocacy, and service.
PROJECT ANGEL HEART
Project Angel Heart promotes the health, dignity and self-sufficiency
Of people living with HIV/AIDS, cancer and other life-threatening illnesses
by providing nutritious, home-delivered meals with care and compassion.
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Jazz Port Townsend
July 20 - July 26, 2008
Port Townsend, Washington, USA |
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Led by Artistic Director John Clayton, Jazz Port Townsend is one of the nation's finest jazz experiences. Star-studded faculty and Mainstage performers offer week-long workshops, Mainstage shows, and smaller, more intimate club performances. This is Washington's largest and longest running summer jazz festival.
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The 16th Annual Sunday Blues
July 20, 2008
Boise, Idaho, USA |
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The Boise Blue’s Society is an educational non-profit whose mission is to support and promote blue’s music in Boise & the surrounding area. This event is held in Julia Davis Park on Sunday afternoon and always includes a great lineup of music. This is a more intimate event that has been growing in attendance every year. Last year we had our best turn out ever! The weather is always great, the people are friendly, and the music demands that you get up and shake it a bit! Come out and join us for a wonderful, relaxing afternoon of blues in the park!
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Oswego Harborfest
July 24 - July 27, 2008
Oswego, New York, USA |
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Central New York's biggest and best family reunion. Harborfest brings more than 130 fun and exciting admission-free performances and attractions to Oswego for more than four days in July. Includes several music venues, Children's activities and Parade, Juried Arts and Crafts vendors, one of the most spectacular world-class fireworks displays in the Northeast.
Come and enjoy free entertainment along the shores of Lake Ontario and the Oswego River and of course, those fabulous fireworks!
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Afro American Music Festival
July 24 - July 26, 2008
Detroit, Michigan, USA |
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The Afro- American Music Festival is a 3-day cultural event featuring world class musicians and comedians, with Detroit’s beautiful waterfront and marina as a scenic backdrop. It is one of the finest and most anticipated events in the Metro-Detroit Area, attracting over 1.5million attendees. This is a Motown event. Berry Gordy will be presented with an Afro- American Music achievement award.
Considered "the most significant showcase for Detroit’s talent” for 33yrs and a favorite of jazz musicians, our three stages provide attendees a venue to gather and enjoy outstanding, first class entertainment – Jazz, Blues, Gospel, Positive Hip Hop and Contemporary R&B. Proceeds from festival go to the Metropolitan Arts Complex, a well known local-non profit organization, specializing in drug free out patient treatment.
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Great Atlanta Blues & Music Festival
July 25 - July 27, 2008
Atlanta, Georgia, USA |
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A venue of the Atlanta Black Arts Festival. Bringing together and celebrating Georgia's great music legacy.
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Goose Creek Opry
July 25 - July 27, 2008
Wilbur, Washington, USA |
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Bluegrass bands stage and park jamming Friday evening through Sunday afternoon. Texas-style fun fiddle contest on Saturday. Art show, crafts, workshops, kids' fun shops and storytelling on Saturday. Gospel and stage show and potluck pickin'-nic on Sunday. Nearby motels and RV parks camping. This is a low-key, low-cost, family oriented event to give young people more musical exposure and performance opportunities.
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Summer Sounds & Comcast Cinema Series
July 25, 2008
Auburn, Washington, USA |
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Live music followed by a concert under the stars in a gorgeous park setting. Event hosted by Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation. A complete listing of concerts and movies is located at www.auburnwa.gov.
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Diversafest (Dfest)
July 25 - July 26, 2008
Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA |
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Dfest, Oklahoma's largest Music Conference & Festival will feature approximately 150 bands in 2 days over 10 stages all in
a square 4 blk area. Over 20 genres will be playing at Dfest. During the day there is a full music conference with two days of music industry panels, keynote speakers, clinicians, and over 30 music service and manufacturer exhibitors.
DFest At A Glance:
Great Sponsorship Deck of Opportunites (please request!)
7th Successful Year (2007 had 40,000 attendees)
Owns/Operates iROK Radio (100,000 subscribers)
15,000 plus Myspace friends (actively communicates)
8,000 plus eNewsletter (monthly blasts)
Intergrated Flash website!
Multi-Culture and Genre Festival (rock,blues,jazz, hip hop, indie etc...)
Dfest is the best ROI festival. We work for our sponsors!
Many Testimonials and return sponsors.
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Down on the Farm
July 25 - July 27, 2008
Ashkum, Illinois, USA |
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To promote organic farming and to benefit small farmers, starting locally.
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Beer, Blues & Bar B Que
July 26, 2008
Ocala, Florida, USA |
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This is the first event of this nature. The day will be filled with Blues from a variety of artists; good Bar-B-Que, (BBQ vendors will be compteting for your vote as the BEST), and you can enjoy a cold mug of beer while listening to the music.
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Heaven Fest
July 26, 2008
Brighton, Colorado, USA |
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Heaven Fest 2008 is a Christian music and arts festival. The festival will feature over 60 national and local performing acts on 7 stages, across the 70 acre complex of Northern Hills Christian Church. This one day festival will last approximately 10 hours from 2pm until Midnight. The festival will also feature other attractions such as skateboard demos, art galleries, live artists and more. Do not miss this event!
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Reggae Festival for Climate Protection
July 26 - July 27, 2008
Mohawk / Jordanville, New York, USA |
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On, Saturday, July 26, 2008, on the Gelston Castle Estate, the Central New York area will host its first Reggae festival welcoming renowned reggae artists and DJ's, vendors with wares of green, culture, crafts and more.
In appreciation for the efforts of the Alliance for Climate Protection, this much anticipated earth-friendly event values your support in an important fundraiser for awareness to our climate issues. Additionally, your attendance will make "Reggae Festival for Climate Protection" a household term for people to come together in unity for protecting the environment and being more socially aware.
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52nd Street Association Jazz Festival
July 27, 2008
New York, New York, USA |
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A re-creation of Bourbon Street in Manhattan celebrating the birth of jazz on Swing Street. More than 400 international food, restaurants, art, craft, antique and merchandise exhibitors create a midway along 52nd Street from Lexington to Seventh Avenue. Several pocket stages feature jazz and entertainment for all!
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Yankee Homecoming Festival
July 27 - August 03, 2008
Newburyport, Massachusetts, USA |
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A family fun filled festival with arts & crafts fair, free musical and children’s entertainment, 10 mile & 5 K road race, food court, children's events, Family day, pony rides, bed race, fireworks, antique car display, parade, Kids Talent showcase, fireworks and much more.
Concerts and other events held in various outdoor venues including the downtown Newburyport area, the Bartlett Mall, Maudslay State Park, Atkinson Common Park, Fuller Field, Cashman Park and much more. Come celebrate Newburyport and the 51st year celebration!
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<>Yankee Homecoming Festival
July 27 - August 03, 2008
Newburyport, Massachusetts, USA |
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family festival, 9 days of events, music, children events, crafts, food concession, parade, fireworks, fashion show, etc.
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Bean Blossom Gospel Jubilee
July 31 - August 02, 2008
Bean Blossom, Indiana, USA |
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Podunk Bluegrass Music Festival
July 31 - August 03, 2008
East Hartford, Connecticut, USA |
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This annual bluegrass festival is held the first full weekend of August in East Hartford, Connecticut. It features local, regional and national bluegrass bringing together the finest in bluegrass music each year. We are the "Best Kept Secret In Bluegrass" so mark your calendar for July 31 to August 3, 2008.
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Grateful Garcia Gathering
July 31 - August 02, 2008
Thornville, Ohio, USA |
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Welcome all you Hippies and Deadheads to this Grateful place, where Garcia fans will be Gathering this summer!
The "Grateful Garicia Gathering" will be returning back to the beautiful "Legend Valley" (formerly Buckeye Lake Music Center) in Ohio on July 31st - August 2nd, in beautiful Thornville Ohio. This mellow gathering will be a celebration of Jerry Garcia's Birthday, plus the 13th Annivesary of Jerrys untimely passing. This is going to be a very deeply humble and special time for camping and gathering with friends of old and new! The 3G's will be a mix of wonderful Jams by some of the best JamBands in the Midwest to rock your soul. The Grateful Garcia Gathering just wouldn't be complete without a musical cohort and personal friend of Jerry's to be part of the festivities. Melvin Seals, the longtime vocalist and organist of the "Jerry Garcia Band" and JGB, will headline for *TWO JAM'N NIGHTS* on Aug. 1st & 2nd. Melvin Seals remained with the "Jerry Garcia Band" longer than any other keyboardist. He was with the band from 1980 until the untimely passing of Jerry in 1995. So don't miss the bus this summer!
JGB Members are:
Melvin Seals (original Jerry Garcia Band Keyboardist/vocals).
Stu Allen- Guitar/vocals.
Marty Holland- Bass.
David Kemper- (original Jerry Garcia Band drummer).
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Houston International Jazz Festival
August 01 - August 03, 2008
Houston, Texas, USA |
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The 18th Annual Houston International Jazz Festival will be held August 1 and August 3, 2008. Friday, Saturday & Sunday the Festival invites the whole family to enjoy hours of music, foods and arts & crafts vendors. Sunday morning the Mayor's Jazz Scholarship Brunch will feature a performance by an international and national artist with the young musicians pariticpating in Jazz Education's annual Summer Jazz Workshop.
Sponsors Jazz Education Inc., ABC 13 KTRK-TV, Smooth Jazz 95.7 FM The Wave, Greater Houston Convention & Visitors Bureau, Time Warner Cable, Kroger Food Stores, The Houston Chronicle, Clear Channel Outdoor, The Choice KTSU 90.9 FM
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Summer Sounds & Comcast Cinema Series
August 01, 2008
Auburn, Washington, USA |
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Live music followed by a concert under the stars in a gorgeous park setting. Pre-concert entertainment provided by our Auburn On Stage! finalists! Featured Movie: TBA. Event hosted by Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation. A complete listing of concerts and movies is located at www.auburnwa.gov.
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Kentucky Bluegrass Music Festival
August 01 - August 02, 2008
Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
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Live bluegrass, food, drink and other entertainment!
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St Agrippina's Feast
August 01 - August 03, 2008
Boston, Massachusetts, USA |
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This years marks our 94th anniversary in honor of St Agrippina Di Mineo. Every year in the first weekend of August this group of devoted men and women come together to renew their faith in her in Boston's Historic North End as was the custom in the land of origin, Mineo, Sicily. Our feast draws close to 10-20,000 people from differnt parts of the United States as well as other countries. Each year these people are invited to take part in our tradition and enjoy themselves at our outdoor festival, which features ethnic foods, souveniers, as well as free entertainment. Our entertainment has included such artists as the Drifters, the Platters, The Trammps, The Delvikings, The Cover Girls, Lisa Lisa, Shannon, and we continue to look for and book new and exciting groups. The highlight of our festival is the traditional Tug of War held in St Agrippina Square on Hanover Street on Sunday night. 20 devoted men carry a 2,000lb statue of the young beautiful martyred saint through the streets and conclude with the Tug of War. The Tug of War represents the struggle between between Rome and Sicily for the rights to bury her body. Please feel free to e-mail us if interested in attending or contributing to our festival in any way shape of form. Viva St Agrippina.
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North Rocks the Bay Fest
August 01 - August 03, 2008
North Bay, Ontario, Canada |
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SYMPHONY OF SOUND presents
NORTH ROCKS THE BAY FESTIVAL 2008
North Rocks The Bay Festival is happening on the North Bay waterfront on August 1,2 & 3, 2008! Come down and join over 30,000 of your closest friends and party the long-weekend away on the beautiful North Bay Waterfront while enjoying 1st class international artists on the main stage and great local vendors and sponsors!
The festival grounds open at 12:30pm on each day with the licensed beer gardens operational with a disc jockey. There will be vendors and activities happening all day so make sure you come down early to experience all there is to see!
All concerts are expected to begin approx. 5:00pm each day!
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Retro on Roscoe
August 02 - August 03, 2008
Chicago, Illinois, USA |
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Retro on Roscoe, now in its 12th season, is Chicago’s ultimate neighborhood street festival. Retro features Chicago’s top talent and entertainment on four (4) main stages. Wow.... who could ask for more?
Artisans, antique vendors, and cool merchants will provide a shopping experience that is second to none. Local restaurants fill the venue with summertime samplings and tasty treats. All this and more liven up this tree-lined street for an enjoyable two-day festival that brings back great memories while providing an excellent entertainment for the entire family.
Join the Roscoe Village Restaurant Association for an exciting two days of interactive cooking demonstrations. Award winning chefs will entertain and educate visitors with some hands-on cooking demos that are sure to tempt your palate. Rachel Ray claims that Roscoe Village ‘offers the best bet’ for local cuisine!
The Family Area is one of the best in the City and offers games, crafts, entertainment and lots more. This weekend will provide an incredible experience filled with exciting opportunities for all in attendance.
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Crawfish Festival - Rainbow Lagoon, Long Beach
August 02 - August 03, 2008
Long Beach, California, USA |
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2 Stages. Live Music, Big Dance Floor. International Food Court. Many arts and craft and commercial venders. Many Sponsors at this event.
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Animal House Celebration
August 02, 2008
Cottage Grove, Oregon, USA |
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Annual re-enactment of the parade from the movie Animal House and the World's largest toga party. Featured entertainment - The Kingsmen of Louie Louie fame from the movie.
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Coopersville Summerfest
August 04 - August 09, 2008
Coopersville, Michigan, USA |
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Come and look at the many new and antique cars, trucks and motorcycles that will be displayed along Main Street in Historic Downtown Coopersville. This is the second largest one day car show in the State of Michigan! This family fun festival also features a 5-K run, FREE children's activities, Kids Trianthlon, FREE concerts, 3-D fireworks, beer tent, arts and crafts, train rides and much, much more! An official Coopersville Summerfest 2008 Events Guide will be available July 1st, by contacting the Chamber of Commerce at (616) 997-5164 or ctimmerman@cityofcoopersville.com.
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Shawano Old Time Music Festival
August 08 - August 10, 2008
Shawano , Wisconsin, USA |
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Great Music Event all types of Folk music Bluegrass Country ethnic
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Ship & Shore
August 08 - August 10, 2008
New Buffalo, Michigan, USA |
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Ship & Shore
Art & Music Festival - rides into the sunset of Vacation Events...
Hop in your car and grab your beach towel... this weekend getaway is sure to fulfill your desire to relax and enjoy a festival of music, art and fun in the sun. Imagine fireworks overhead and a boat parade that rivals any other this side of the mississippi.
Whittaker Street – The event includes food vendors, live music, kid’s/family activities, fine art, a beer garden, volley ball tournament and a lighted boat parade at dusk on Saturday followed by fireworks.
Friday, August 8th - 6:00pm-Midnight: Art, Food, Beer Garden, Music -- Saturday, August 9th - Noon-Midnight: Art, Food , Beer Garden, Music, Curious Kid's Museum, Kid's/Family Activities -- Lighted Boat Parade at Dusk (at the Harbor) followed by Fireworks on the Beach Sunday, August 10th - Noon-6:00pm: Art, Food, Beer Garden, Music, Curious Kid's Museum, Kid's/Family Activities
Join us in downtown New Buffalo on Whittaker Street for this fun family event. This year's activities include food vendors, live music, kid's/family activities, fine art, a beer garden, volleyball tournament, the Curious Kid's Museum, kids/family activities and a lighted boat parade at dusk on Saturday followed by fireworks. Festival hours are as follows: Friday, August 8th from 6pm - midnight; Saturday, August 9th from noon - midnight and Sunday, August 10th from noon - 6pm.
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Bluegrass Music Festival
August 09 - August 10, 2008
Pinetop, Arizona, USA |
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The Pinetop-Lakeside Chamber of Commerce will hold the 18th Annual Bluegrass Music Festival August 9-10th, 2008 at Hon-Dah Resort and Casino. This festival features a number of well know Bluegrass bands. There will be nightly jam sessions, arts and crafts booths, food booths and children’s activities. Please call the Chamber at (800) 573-4031 to have a vendor packet mailed to you. Bands are encouraged to call Ben Sandoval at (928) 632-5912 for information regarding the musical line-up. Festival hours are 9 to 5 pm Saturday and 9-4 Sunday.
The Pinetop- Lakeside Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce our 18th Annual White Mountain Bluegrass Festival to be held Saturday, August 9th, 9-5 pm & Sunday, August 10th, 9-4 pm, at Hon-Dah Resort Casino and Conference Center, located at 777 State Highway 260, Pinetop, Arizona. In addition to great bluegrass bands, we will also be having CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES, WORKSHOPS, ARTS & CRAFTS VENDORS, a DUTCH OVEN COOK OFF, & MORE.
Friday, August 8th, 6-8 pm, join Q-COUNTRY 92.5 & MAJIK 101.7 RADIO for their FREE Q-Country Kick Off Party! The Q-Country Kick-Off Party will be a night of food and live entertainment. This is a great way for the family to get ready for the weekend!
Advance tickets are available for $8 per person by calling 800.573.4031. Tickets are $10.00 at the gate and children 12 and under are free!
For more information contact the Pinetop-Lakeside Chamber of Commerce at P.O. Box 4220, Pinetop, AZ 85935. Call toll free 1-800-573-4031 Dry Camping: Camping is available at the festival site for $6.00 a night and free for vendors.
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Nibroc Festival
August 13 - August 16, 2008
Corbin, Kentucky, USA |
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Four days of fun, family and friends on Main Street, Downtown Corbin. Headlining NIBROC are the four nights of FREE Concert Entertainment on our outdoor stage, featuring world famous performers. Nibroc is a community wide event, with activities planned to allow participation by all age groups from toddlers to the elderly. Schools are closed on Thursday and Friday, and our local health care facilities bus their resident’s downtown for activities under the Nibroc Park Big Tent. Scheduled events include a car and motorcycle show; a 2K Run/Walk; closing of the streets party; Miss Nibroc Scholarship Pageant; two local stages with a variety of entertainment; contests and games for children; craft, food and activity booths; two parades and carnival rides the entire week of the festival.
Scheduled events include a car and motorcycle show; a 2K Run/Walk; closing of the streets party; Miss Nibroc Scholarship Pageant; two local stages with a variety of entertainment; contests and games for children; craft, food and activity booths; two parades and carnival rides the entire week of the festival.
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Dogstock - A Celebration of the Dogs with Music
August 14 - August 17, 2008
Melvern, Kansas, USA |
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ONLY $60 DONATION AT GATE PAYS FOR ALL FOUR GLORIOUS DAYS AND NITES OF MUSIC IN A PET FRIENDLY, FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE!!! NO ADVANCE TIX. WITH GREAT VENDORS, PET PARADE, RAFFLE, BONFIRE, FISHING POND, AND LOTS MORE! Bring a dog food item or dog toy if you can. All dogs must be up to date on shots and ON LEASH.
FOR MORE INFO: RANDOG@WILDBLUE.NET
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Evanstock #5
August 15 - August 17, 2008
Earlville, Illinois, USA |
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EVERYBODY IS WELCOME AT EVANSTOCK #5
BRING YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS!
Evanstock is The Ultimate Reunion of People,
Performers, Families and Friends.
Evanstock will feature a variety of music, entertainers,
artists, vendors, campers, fishing, hiking, swimming
bar-b-que-ing, recreational activities.
Evanstock 5 will take it's act to Maple Leaf Park in Earlville, Illinois a 40 acre Recreational and Camping facility August 15 - 17 2008 creating the opportunity for performers from additional areas to perform and participate as well as persons under the age of 21 to attend for the first time.
MAPLE LEAF PARK IS A PRIVATELY OWNED RECREATIONAL FACILITY
Hotels are close by for the less wilderness inclined!
Maple Leaf Park is located 60 miles west of Downtown Chicago on Route 34 (Ogden Avenue) just west of Sandwich, Illinois
FOR INFORMATION OR TO PERFORM
CALL JOHN NANCE TOLL FREE AT 877-435-2378 OPTION 0
Cost: Free Admission - Parking $20
Official Site: http://www.evanstock.org
Please Note: Unless otherwise stated by the event's organizer, RSVP does not guarantee admission. Venues always have discretion over capacity issues. Arriving early is always a good idea for a popular event.
As always performers and schedules are subject to change.
This year Evanstock will be held at Maple Leaf Park a 38 acre recreational park located in Earlville, Illinois -LaSalle County. Admission to the festival is free - parking is $20
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Provincetown Jazz Festival
August 15 - August 17, 2008
Provincetown, Massachusetts, USA |
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The Annual Provincetown Jazz Festival is the only three-day Jazz Festival on Cape Cod and is being held in the Oldest Continuous Arts Colony in the United States.
The Festival also donates a portion of the proceeds to worthy causes in Provincetown.
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North Side Summerfest
August 15 - August 17, 2008
Chicago, Illinois, USA |
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NSS is about as much fun as you could safely pack into three days. Located at one of the most highly visible intersections in Chicago at 4050 N. Lincoln Avenue, just north of Irving Park, NSS takes place in the vibrant and populous Northcenter neighborhood, featuring world−class dining, shopping and nightlife.
Over 20,000 people will make sure our festival ranks as one of Chicagos favorite neighborhood parties. The eclectic NSS talent roster offers a little something for just about every taste.
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Countrygrass Music Festival
August 15 - August 17, 2008
Jefferson, Maine, USA |
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This is a three day Annual Family Music Festival which happens on the 3rd weekend in August every year. Featuring some of the best Country and Bluegrass acts in New England. Plenty of beautiful space for rough camping and tenting. Check out the website www.countrygrass.com for more information.
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Summer Sounds & Comcast Cinema Series
August 15, 2008
Auburn, Washington, USA |
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Live music followed by a concert under the stars in a gorgeous park setting. Event hosted by Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation. A complete listing of concerts and movies is located at www.auburnwa.gov. Thank you to our event sponsors: Comcast, Pierce County and MultiCare!
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The Raven
August 16 - August 17, 2008
Chicago, Illinois, USA |
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In an effort to rebuild their local playground, the Ravenswood community launches the north side’s newest festival. Highlighting their community, The Raven will feature several restaurants, showcase artisans/vendors and include a variety of non-profits with two stages of live Indie music all weekend long. A huge kids area will be held inside the park with pony rides, inflatables, a kids stage and much, much more.
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Blistered Fingers Family Bluegrass Festival
August 21 - August 24, 2008
Sidney, Maine, USA |
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Some of the greatest bluegrass music in the world at one of the largest family events in central Maine happens every June and August and has been going on since 1991. Come with your campers, bring your tents and enjoy four days of entertainment. Come early and stay after! Electric hook-ups and free hot showers are available! Don't just hear about it, experience it!!
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Eureka Springs Bluegrass Festival
August 21 - August 24, 2008
Eureka Springs, Arkansas, USA |
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The 2003 Bluegrass Festival attracted 5000 fans and showcased more than three dozen professional musicians; the headliner that year was Doc Watson. The 2004 shows were even better attended and fans enjoyed the music of Ralph Stanley, Jessie McReynolds, and many others. Music is all over town, at the historic Auditorium, in Basin Park, on the streets, in restaurants and hotels.
2008 looks to be another great year at the Eureka Springs Bluegrass Festival! Many old friends and new faces are lined up for old and new bluegrass music fans. Join us August 21 through 24!
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Charleston Beach Music and Shag Festival
August 21 - August 24, 2008
Charleston, South Carolina, USA |
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This event is organized by the Beach Music and Shag Preservation Society of South Carolina
SHAG Dance lessons on Thursday night before BAND plays at 7:30 at Pivots. Tickets are $20 at the door.
Free Shag Dance lessons on Friday at 6:30 pm for ages 2 -20 before The Band plays at J B Pivots.
Dance lessons at 11:00 am on Saturday & Sunday morning before bands start with other bands to follow.
The surf radio station will do their top 40 countdown from the festival on Saturday morning. Party will move to J B Pivots on Saturday night at 9:30 PM with bands.
Bands start at 12 Noon ON SUNDAY
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Nebraska State Fair
August 22 - September 01, 2008
Lincoln, Nebraska, USA |
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Besides celebrity entertainment at the Nebraska State Fair, there are Veterans' and Older Nebraskans' festivals, Nebraska Galaxy of Stars Talent Search, a Kidz Zone, exciting grounds acts, a livestock birthing pavilion, an animal petting zoo, camel & pony rides technology expo, a quilt display, Nebraska's largest midway, livestock displays from farms and ranches throughout the state, thousands of 4H, FFA, and Open Class competitive exhibits,and many more events and attractions. Grandstand events include a demolition derby, bull riding, car races, and tractor pulls, and monster truck shows.
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DeKalb Corn Fest
August 22 - August 24, 2008
DeKalb, Illinois, USA |
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The City of DeKalb will host Corn Fest on Friday, August 24 through Sunday, August 26, 2006 on Route 38 (Lincoln Highway) in DeKalb, Illinois. Corn Fest is one of the last remaining free music festivals in Illinois. Admission and Parking are free.
Over 50,000 people from around the Midwest attend the event which serves over 50 tons of sweet corn during the weekend! Free steamed sweet corn is available on Saturday during the corn boil from 11am until 2pm (or when corn runs out). Uncooked corn is available for purchase throughout the weekend at various booths and food vendors.
This festival features a carnival complete with rides and games, food booths, live bands, craft show, kid's area with large inflatables, family entertainment and much more. Friday night is carnival wristband nights for the kids with unlimited rides from 6-10pm. Festival areas feature a carnival, booths, crafter's alley and beer Garden.
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Summer Sounds & Comcast Cinema Series
August 22, 2008
Auburn, Washington, USA |
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Live music followed by a concert under the stars in a gorgeous park setting. Featured Movie: TBA. Event hosted by Auburn Parks, Arts & Recreation. A complete listing of concerts and movies is located at www.auburnwa.gov.
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Red Rocks Music Festival
August 23 - August 31, 2008
Sedona, Arizona, USA |
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Events take place in Phoenix, as well as Sedona. Sedona was voted the most beautiful place in the USA by USA Today in 1993. This world-class event presents concerts which showcase a diverse repertoire that attracts both the music aficionado and the vacationing family. For more information, visit www.redrocksmusicfestival.com
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Louisiana Shrimp and Petroleum Festival
August 28 - September 01, 2008
Morgan City, Louisiana, USA |
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It's not such an unusual name for a festival once you realize that it celebrates Louisiana's two natural resources: seafood and oil.
The festival in the heart of Cajun country was lauded in Time magazine as "the best, the most unusual, the most down-home, the most moving and the most fun the country has to offer." Festivities feature Cajun culinary pleasures and continuous live music. Other festivities include a shrimp cookoff contest, the Cajun culinary classic, gospel tent, street carnival, both street and water parades and a massive arts and crafts show and sale. Also the historic Blessing of the Fleet, boat tours of the harbor, tours of the Mr. Charlie, an authentic drilling rig and the spectacular Bollinger fireworks display.
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Texas Labor Day Weekend Celebration
August 28 - August 31, 2008
Uvalde, Texas, USA |
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The Texas Labor Day Weekend Celebration is a family celebration that combines two festival's in one big weekend. Cactus Jack Days and Palomino Fest. The annual celebration features something for everyone including a Beef BBQ Cook-off, Sporting Clay Shootout, Grand Parade, Car and Truck Show, Carnival, live Texas Country and Tejano Music plus lots to eat and drink. Proceeds from the annual event benefit scholarships at Southwest Texas Junior College.
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Johnstown FolkFest
August 29 - August 31, 2008
Johnstown, Pennsylvania, USA |
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The Johnstown FolkFest celebrates American roots music in all its glorious varieties! Four main stages are continually programmed with blues, zydeco, roots rock, alternative, country, bluegress, Celtic, rockability, funk, R&B, folk and more. It's one of the best free music festivals in the nation! The festival midway includes a range of delicious food, from ethnic treats to festival favorites. Presented by the Johnstown Area Heritage Association, the FolkFest is held annually on the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of Labor Day Weekend at Johnstown's festival park near downtown.
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Montreux Atlanta Music Festival
August 29 - September 01, 2008
Atlanta, Georgia, USA |
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This diverse blend of music is a great way to hammer out the finishing notes of your summer. You can be sure nearly everyone will be inspired to shake a leg, with jazz, reggae, Latin, blues, gospel, rock, country, African and zydeco music all fairly represented. Thirty to forty bands jam for up to 125,000 music lovers on three stages in Underground Atlanta. Admission is free and jam sessions, workshops, lectures, food and arts and crafts complement the festival action.
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Kick'n Up Kountry Music Festival
August 29 - August 31, 2008
Thief River Falls, Minnesota, USA |
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Welcome to year five of Kick'n Up Kountry. Our music festival is a 3 day country music fest. We bring to you some of the finest artists available. During these three days you can enjoy music, dancing, drinking, eating, along with fun and games. Plenty to of things to do at the festival and in the community. Camping available with a campsite decorating contest. Lots of motels available. For lodging or camping information look on at our website www.kicknupkountry.com Music and Dancing after the last performer each night.
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American Music Festival
August 29 - August 31, 2008
Virginia Beach, VA, Virginia, USA |
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Imagine the soundtrack of your life, and chances are good many of the bands who performed the most memorable songs are likely to be at the 13th Annual Verizon Wireless American Music Festival this Labor Day Weekend.
For three days, music will ring along the oceanfront from 5th Street to 31st Street, providing the full soundtrack spectrum for every age and preference. The festival will continue to celebrate the wide diversity of music styles, offering performances from dance to soul to rock to bluegrass and blues.
Sunday’s concert celebrates the 6th Annual Rock ’n’ Roll Half-Marathon, which attracts 20,000 runners and walkers from around the world to Virginia Beach.
Headliners will play the 5th Street Main Stage.
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Taste of Cleveland
August 29 - September 01, 2008
Cleveland, Ohio, USA |
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An exciting culinary event featuring cuisine from around the globe and around your corner, the 12th annual Taste of Cleveland is a celebration of one of life’s simple pleasures---the joy of eating! From French to Italian, Greek to Sushi, micro-brews to wines, desserts to appetizers and everything in-between, there is something to please even the most discriminating palates at the Taste of Cleveland. The goal of this event is to create a festival for the entire family including a wide variety of food, entertainment and fun activities.
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Moedown 9 Arts and Music Festival
August 29 - August 31, 2008
Turin, New York, USA |
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Entering its 9th year, the Moedown Arts and Music Festival has become an institution in the annual festivals held in the northeast. The festival consists of two stages, three days of continuous music, art exhibits, a vending village, a food court, a kid’s tent, a charity golf tournament and fireworks.
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Kentucky Country Jamboree
August 29 - August 31, 2008
Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
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Summer Soul Music Festival
August 30, 2008
Charlotte, North Carolina, USA |
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A fun filled-day of activities for adults featuring the best of Soul Music, Soul Food Row consisting of the widest variety of American and Ethnic foods, arts and crafts and lots of interactive activities.
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Rock Summit
August 30, 2008
Pensacola, Florida, USA |
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National Music festival and conference - Rock Summit. People can do watersports right on the bay. The Pensacola is a beautiful backdrop for the Main Stage at the festival. Event is promoted through radio, tv, print, internet, 20,000 flyers and many other ways.
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Mississippi Experience
September 01, 2008
Jackson, Mississippi, USA |
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The Experience takes place in Jackson, Mississippi on Labor Day (Monday, September 1, 2008). The event originally was designed to expose Mississippi talent in terms of the performers and vendors to the masses. The event drew a lot of statewide attention and artists from outside of Mississippi requested to be added to the line-up. The 2008 Mississippi Experience will feature music performers from through out the United States. Most of the artists from the Southeast. The Experience, also, features vendors presenting a taste of the South and traditional festival favorite foods.
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Original Lobster Festival Long Beach
September 05 - September 07, 2008
Long Beach, California, USA |
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Lobster feed, dancing, entertainment, children's games, Pirate Camp, arts and crafts and seafood specialty booths. International Foods Court and many commercial Vendors. Rides for the kids and adults a Giant Ferris Wheel. Some times a Pony Ride. Kids Stage with crafts area and Micky Magic for about 3 to 4. shows per day on Sat. & Sun. Bring the Family and have an excellent time. Sponsors are welcome to this Event!
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Clarksville Riverfest Celebration
September 05 - September 06, 2008
Clarksville, Tennessee, USA |
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Riverfest is a celebration of Clarksville Tennessee's river heritage and the artistic talents of area residents. The festival features song writers, musicians, and visual artists from Clarksville and the surrounding area as well as regional and nationally-known musical performance artists.
Clarksville's Riverfest has been reconized as a leading festival in this region by the International Festival and Events Association who voted it Best Festival in the Southeast in February of 2007.
Festival organizers believe the fun and excitement created for participants and guests during the event coupled with outstanding commitment and cooperation from the community has sustained the event's success for over 20 years.
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Arbuckle Mt. 9th Annual Bluegrass Festival
September 07 - September 13, 2008
Davis, Oklahoma, USA |
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If you love the "Old-Time" Bluegrass and Gospel Music, this is the place for you!
If you are learning an acoustical instrument, jams can be your best teacher. We always have people that are just learning and ones that have been playing for years.
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Charlotte Shout Blues, Brews & BBQ
September 12 - September 13, 2008
Charlotte, North Carolina, USA |
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Blues, Brews & BBQ features national and local BBQ teams, along with fantastic blues acts, BBQ demonstrations, beer sampling, and MORE!!! It is an energetic street festival with endless sponsorship opportunities.
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Roots & Rhythms
September 13, 2008
Eugene, Oregon, USA |
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The outdoor festival is the culmination event featuring people who have made significant contributions to the development of music in America. This is quite probably the last time these bands will tour together and the demograpic is outstanding at ages 45 to 68.
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Liberty R&B & Jazz Festival
September 13 - September 14, 2008
Jersey City, New Jersey, USA |
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The Liberty Jazz & RB Festival takes place at historic Liberty State Park backdrop to the Staue of Liberty and Manhattan Skyline. Heavily promoted by the Star Ledger and CD101 this autumn music festival draws music lovers from all over the Metropolitan Area.
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Bill Monroe Bluegrass Hall of Fame and Uncle Pen Days
September 17 - September 20, 2008
Bean Blossom, Indiana, USA |
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THE MECA OF BLUEGRASS 4 BIG DAYS OVER 30 BANDS
KIDS 12 & UNDER FREE. Festival Pass
includes all Special Events &
Admission to Bluegrass Hall of Fame,
Museum and Uncle Pen’s Cabin.
ALSO AVAILABLE ON-SITE: Log Cabin
Rentals, Food, Vendors, Flea Market,
Fishing, Children’s Playground and
more
MUSIC & INSTRUMENT WORKSHOPS (WED-SAT)
EMCEES: Wayne Bledsoe, Sam Jackson, George Riddle
*Advance Ticket Deadline September 1, 2007. All shows rain or shine - no refunds. All acts subject to change
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