Hello everyone!
As the producer of the Great Plains Art and Music Festival, I'm excited to share some thrilling updates about our upcoming event. We’re just three weeks away from the ultimate celebration that combines a food and dessert truck fest, an art and handmade vendor fair, a children's bouncy house festival, and a live music festival. Join us on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at Sesquicentennial Point Park ('The Point'), overlooking the stunning Clinton Lake and the Wakarusa River Valley. This year’s festival is sponsored by Guitarma in celebration of their 5th anniversary, along with eXplore Lawrence ‘Unmistakably Lawrence’, the City of Lawrence, The Great Plains Emerging Arts Project, and our great supporters and sponsors, including Willcott Brewery, KC Fun Squad, G-PIE Visuals, 93 & Alive, That Gelato and Sorbetto Guy, Minuteman Press, and several more.
Festival Highlights
- Art and Handmade Vendor Fair: Discover 65 artist and unique handmade vendor booths filled with original artworks and crafts.
- Food Trucks: Feast on a variety of cuisines from Tacos La Chona, Nunez Foods, Eat Schmidt, and Cooter Brand Barbecue.
- Treats: Enjoy refreshing beverages and sweets from Sweet Sylvie’s Lemonade, Carnival Cravings, Fantastic Farms Freeze-Dried Candy, and Snowball Island Shaved Ice.
- Drinks: Exclusive craft brews and Kansas wines provided by Willcott Brewing Company.
- Kids' Activities by KC Fun Squad: Engage in fun with 6-8 bounce houses, including water slides, obstacle course and inflatable games (don't forget to bring your swimsuits). Free entry from 11 AM to 4 PM, with a $12 all-you-can-bounce pass ($10 if purchased in advance).
Live Music Festival Schedule
From morning melodies to midnight beats, our festival features an all-day lineup of diverse music:
- 11:00 AM - 11:25 AM: Brie Herrick - Indie/blues singer-songwriter known for her soulful acoustic performances.
- 11:35 AM - 12:00 PM: Winters and Wallace - Acoustic duo blending heartfelt melodies with alternative songwriting.
- 12:05 PM - 12:25 PM: Pauly Kidd - High-energy hip-hop and R&B with engaging, dance-filled performances.
- 12:25 PM - 12:45 PM: 3LADE - Infectious pop melodies and dynamic performances.
- 12:45 PM - 1:05 PM: Spectrum - Experimental fusion band mixing rock, blues, jazz, and modern hip-hop.
- 1:15 PM - 1:45 PM: Reagan Zagan - Avant-garde bluegrass and Americana with dynamic banjo skills.
- 1:55 PM - 2:25 PM: Michael Maher - Emotional blend of soulful melodies with rock and ballads.
- 2:35 PM - 3:05 PM: Lonnie Fisher - Eclectic mix of roots, rock, goth, punk, and indie pop.
- 3:05 PM - 3:15 PM: JonTomKnuff - Profound performance poetry.
- 3:20 PM - 3:40 PM: Elysium Nights - Fusion of hip-hop and indie pop with soulful vocals.
- 3:40 PM - 4:00 PM: Alan Wayne The Pradagy and Zee Underground - Energetic hip-hop set blending powerful lyricism with a vocalist.
- 4:05 PM - 4:25 PM: Chu-Cho - Unique blend of DIY box mix and talkbox with traditional hip-hop.
- 4:35 PM - 5:05 PM: The Stacys - Blues, grunge, and psychedelic rock.
- 5:15 PM - 5:45 PM: Third Floor - Psychedelic rock with 60s and 70s influences.
- 6:00 PM - 6:45 PM: Common Room - Intense post-hardcore with melodic and rhythmic complexity.
- 7:05 PM - 7:55 PM: Red Kate - Hard-hitting punk rock with fierce energy.
- 8:15 PM - 9:00 PM: Second Chance - High-energy hardcore punk rock.
- 9:10 PM - 9:40 PM: DJ Cynsere - Legendary mixes of hip-hop, dance, and scratching.
- 9:45 PM - 10:30 PM: 93 & Alive - Dynamic hip-hop performances.
- 10:40 PM - 11:10 PM: Botz&Bandz - Pulsating EDM with seamless track mixing.
- 11:10 PM - Midnight: DJ Savage Habits - High-energy trap music to close the night.
Major Milestone for GPEAP
We’re proud to announce that the Great Plains Emerging Arts Project has achieved 501(c)(3) status, enabling us to pursue grants for building an amphitheater at Sesquicentennial Point Park. This initiative aims to provide a versatile venue for community events and arts performances, enhancing access to cultural activities. We are also excited to welcome Stanley Sheldon, renowned bass player best known for his work with Peter Frampton, to our board of directors. His experience and passion for music and community will undoubtedly propel our efforts forward.
Join Us!
Prepare for a day full of art, music, and community spirit. Save the date and don’t miss out on this unique festival experience. For tickets and more information, visit our website at greatplainsfest.com or follow our social media channels. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Warm Regards,
-Tom Pfeiler
Producer, Great Plains Art & Music Festival
President, Great Plains Emerging Arts Project
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