Musical Events
in the Middle Mississippi river Valley

     
BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
St. Charles, MO
  Saturday, September 6, 2008
7 pm - 10:30 pm
Frontier Park
Bluegrass is the focus of an evening under the stars in Frontier Park on the banks of the Missouri River. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets.
Free
For more information call 1-800-366-2427
LEWIS AND CLARK
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Hartford, IL
  Saturday, September 13, 2008
10 am - 4 pm
Lewis and Clark State Historic Site
New Poag Road and IL-3
This annual music event features musicians playing fiddles, dulcimers, and flutes. This Music and Dance Festival features early American, French, Spanish and Native American music traditional music in venues both in and outdoors.
Free
For more information call 618-251-5811
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Raddle, IL
  Sunday, September 21, 2008
St. Ann's Church Yard
"Raddle the Bottoms," a benefit Bluegrass and Folk festival with performers to be announced is being held to benefit a non-profit organization named  "Sandra's Comfort." Meals, desserts and beverages will be available and a silent auction will also be held.
For more information call 618-559-4287 or 618-521-4009

ANNUAL TRADITIONAL
MUSIC FESTIVAL

Ellis Grove, IL
  September 27 - September 28, 2008
Saturday: 11 am - 6 pm
Sunday: 12 pm - 6 pm
Fort Kaskaskia State Historic Site
4372 Park Road
A weekend featuring the sounds of Bluegrass, Cajun, Country, and Irish music.  There will also be craft shows and food vendors. Sponsored by the Illinois Historic Preservation Society.
Parking is $5 per car
For more information call 618-859-3031
     
LAND OF MARK TWAIN
BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL

Hannibal, MO
  November 14 - November 15, 2008
Hannibal Inn & Conference Center
This Bluegrass showcase features competitions for championships, as well as demonstrations and other entertainment.
Admission charged
For more information call 573-853-4344
YOUNG ARTISTS PRESENTATION
Godfrey, IL
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2009

8 pm
Hatheway Hall
5800 Godfrey Road
Support the Riverbend area's terrific young artists as they join the Alton Symphony Orchestra to showcase their talents.
Tickets are $15 for adults & $5 for students.
For more information call 618-468-4782 or visit www.altonsymphony.org
"PAPPY" WADE
MEMORIAL

Sparta, IL
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May, 2009

6 pm
Sparta Lions Club, Belmont Street
This annual fiddle contest and bluegrass show features an evening of championship entertainment. Supper served.
Admission fee
For more information call 618-632-1384
STATE STREET
MUSIC FESTIVAL

Jerseyville, IL
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2009

3 pm - 11 pm
Downtown Jerseyville
This annual street festival in downtown Jerseyville features bands from different music genres, food, and beverages. For the kids there are interactive activities and prizes.
Free
For more information call 618-639-5222
BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
Augusta, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2009

3 pm - 8 pm
199 Jackson Street
This annual bluegrass music event is held under the shade trees of historic Centennial Farms. Enjoy the main event featuring George Portz and His Friends of Bluegrass.
Adults, $8; age 8-12, $3; under 8, free
For more information call 636-228-4005
OLD TIME
MUSIC FETE

Cahokia, IL
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
July, 2009

12 pm - 5 pm
Cahokia Courthouse, 107 Elm Street
An outdoor "musical rendezvous" where acoustic musicians get together to jam with each other and play for the public. Traditional bluegrass, old-time country, folk, blues, old time river, and "ho-down" music. Jam sessions under every tree, kids arts and crafts, and a professional sound system for the main stage ( the porch of the 1740 Cahokia Courthouse) for the enjoyment of all.  Food and drink are available for purchase, and there's plenty of shade.
Free
For more information call 618-332-1782
FREE CONCERTS
O'Fallon, MO
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2009

Every Tuesday from 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Bring a blanket or lawn chair for seating Jammin' Outdoor Concerts at Civic Park. Concessions available for purchase
Free
For more information call 636-379-5614
FREE CONCERTS
Edwardsville, IL
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2009

Every Thursday at 8 pm
As part of the Arts in the Park program the city of Edwardsville and the Madison County Arts Council sponsor concerts at the bandstand in Edwardsville City Park by the Edwardsville Municipal Band.
Free
For more information call 618-692-7538

THE GATEWAY DULCIMER
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Belleville, IL
  PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2009

Our Lady of the Snows
This festival, hosted by the Gateway Dulcimer Society, centers around the traditional folk instrument. Featured are workshops, evening concerts, an open stage, vendors, raffles, the Big Blue Jam Tent, and continuous outdoor and indoor music.
Admission and registration fees
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or more information visit  www.gatewaydulcimer.org
     
   

 

 
 
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