The annual Great American Rib Cook-Off and Music Festival is Cleveland's largest and most exciting outdoor cook-out. Ribs, with all the fixings are the main attraction. Local and national “ribbers” compete for prize money and title of “The Greatest Ribs in America" along with "The Greatest Sauce in America” and the “People’s Choice Award”. The Great American Rib Cook-Off is an event for the entire family, which continues to provide a tremendous value including national entertainment, games, activities and fun!

Join in the fun of an authentic Cajun fairs-do-do (festival) as Cajun, Swamp Pop and Zydeco bands, dancers and chefs leave their native Louisiana bayous and travel north to the corn belt of Iowa for the Tenth Annual Taste Louisiana Cajun & Zydeco Festival. Talented troops of Louisiana musicians, dancers, and cooks take over the Amana Colonies Outdoor Convention Facility in Amana, Iowa on May 26, 27, 28, 2007 for toe-tapping entertainment and savory Cajun food.

Cajun and Zydeco music is a focal point of this event. Dance instructors teach all levels and a variety of dance styles for our Cajun and Zydeco dance enthusiasts.

Not only will the music be spicy, but the food will be, too! From jambalaya to crawfish to beignets and everything in between, it’s all cooked fresh by a crew of Cajun cooks imported from the kitchens of the bayou and French Quarter!

Be there to experience authentic Cajun culture in a fun and authentic atmosphere – it’s a trip to Louisiana without leaving the Midwest!

Begun as a way to bring the Symphony to the masses, the popular event draws thousands who come to picnic, party, play and partake in great music. Primarily a pops program, the orchestra also features musical scores from the honored country.

The traditional climax features spectacular fireworks over the river. The massive light show over the river is orchestrated to the music of the Memphis Symphony and is always a family favorite.

SATURDAY NIGHT TECHNO-TRIBAL COMMUNITY DANCE
The best dance party of the year in the North Bay happens Saturday night at the Grace pavilion. Show starts at 8PM on Saturday. The Techno-Tribal Dance features bands. DJ's. performance artists, circus troupes and a laser light show. ECO-VILLAGE
Over sixty booths provide educational opportunities, products, community resources, interactive exhibits, and hands-on educational tools dedicated to environmental preservation and sustainable practices. Nationally recognized experts speak from the Eco-Village stage inside the Eco-Dome sponsored by Stuart Energy. Permaculture display provided by the Permaculture Guild.

Music + 400 competitors/vendors- arts/crafts/antiques & flower/garden/bikers/more; 50 musicians/bands/performers; 2 stages; giant kids area with dino dig; 5/10K Run; Car/Truck/Cycle Show; Rib Crib tent; 2 food courts; rib eating contests

With plenty of vittles, mountain men and crafts, you'll be able to enjoy the music as well as the spectacle. Events of interest include hot air balloon rides, and such hilarity as frog jumping, greased pole climbing, tomahawk throwing, river raft building, Tom Sawyer's Fence Painting Championships, a liar's contest, the Great Western Cow Chip Throwing Championship, the California State Arm Wrestling Championship and, of course, the Huck Finn look-alike contest.

Mojave Narrows Regional Park, an oasis along the course of the High Desert's Mojave River in Southern California, provides the ideal backdrop for Finn celebrants. The park invites picnicking, hiking, horseback riding, boating and fishing, as well as camping for those who wish to hide out in true Huck form for the weekend.

Tucked into the heart of Lincoln Park, our venue provides the ideal backdrop for all to enjoy. We transform the St. Michael campus and the two city blocks into an incredibly fun environment that kids and adults. Our shaded lawn will showcase the wares from dozens of the windy city’s greatest up and coming artists. Our parking lot is transformed into a concert venue that rivals any other street festival. We unveil our world-class talent on a giant stage. So, grab your favorite beverage and put on your dancing shoes!

The Best in Texas Festival was started to bring fans the best in Texas/Red Dirt music. The idea for the Festival came to us after many years of bringing this type music to the fans at our night clubs in Ft. Worth, TX. All the bands you will see here are, or have been on the Texas Music Charts. A festival setting is where this type of music is at its best, and the best is what we strive to bring! Have fun and see you there.

The late great Bill Monroe founded this festival in 1966 as a way to bring his buddies together to play that high lonesome sound he pioneered. Now Celebrating its' 40th Anniversary, the oldest bluegrass festival in the world keeps his memory bright through eight days of the very best bluegrass and country music have to offer. Always boasting the top talents in this genre, the event attracks pickers and grinners (as well as plain old bluegrass lovers) from around the country. While the hillbilly music tradition goes back hundreds of years, it was Monroe, a high-mountain tenor and mandolin player extraordinaire, who made bluegrass into a unique musical form. It's this music that is celebrated all week through the intricate, quick-tempo instrumental and vocal harmonies of small groups of virtuoso musicians.

Andersonville Midsommarfest, now in its 41st season, is one of the region's most eagerly anticipated and well established summer festivals. Each year approximately 35,000 people gather on Clark Street to enjoy great international food, stellar family activities, lively entertainment on four stages, and over 100 quality artisans showcasing their wares.

Midsommarfest is one of Chicago’s most unique street fairs. Born out of Andersonville's Swedish heritage, Midsommarfest retains its quaint, international flavor. Old-world Swedish traditions, including a festive dance around the Maypole, are incorporated into an unrivaled array of entertainment for families and adults. A special family area includes face painting, games and a family stage with entertainment such as the Jesse White Tumblers, Nordic Folk dancers, the Barefoot Hawaiian Dancers, a pet parade and much more. The other three stages are filled all day with spirited music, including nationally-renowned acts, guaranteed to get the crowd dancing.

The quaint little Swedish "village" of Andersonville features some of Chicago's most intriguing shops and a wonderful array of international eateries. Famous restaurants involved include Reza’s, Andies, Wickstroms Calo, and many more!

Midsommarfest will take place in the heart of Andersonville on the second weekend in June (Saturday & Sunday) from 11:00 AM until 10:00 PM. This Chicago event is ranked #2 of all the neighborhood festivals.

Join us for a Father’s Day Brunch on Sunday. This unique portion of the festival will provide a great alternative for families to unite and give Dad an outdoor adventure that everyone will enjoy. This brunch will showcase offerings from some of Lincoln Park’s finest eateries.

Located next to the Lincoln Park Zoo, this event provides ideal demographics for you to showcase your products and services. This event is one that attendees love and participants love more!

Our artisans will showcase some of the finest works of art ever seen at a neighborhood festival. The art show will line the Cultural Center’s property, extending our venue into one of Chicago Park District’s prime locations.

Lincoln Park Summerfest provides an ultimate venue to showcase your products and services. This is one of Chicago’s finest neighborhood festivals.

Mid-North Association was Established in 1950, the Mid-North Association (MNA) is one of Lincoln Park’s oldest volunteer community groups. Bordered by Armitage Avenue, Lincoln Avenue, Fullerton Avenue and Lincoln Park West, much of the Mid-North neighborhood was officially designated a Landmark District by the City of Chicago in 1977.

Detailed information can be found on our website at www.StarEvents.com or by calling (773)665-4682. We look forward to seeing you there.

FernieFest will be featuring great artists from throughout BC, Canada and the Kootenays. With musical styles ranging from Celtic to Funk and Folk to Electronica their will be something for everyone to enjoy!

This event has been running for years to celebrate July 4; the arts/crafts were added 4 years ago. There is continuous music festival for the 2 days and they may also add another day. National celebrities will perform. Fireworks on the 4th, the biggest and the best in the Tampa Bay area. We have only 25 sites, so register early.

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.
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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.
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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.

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.

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!

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.

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!