01 Jul 2024 Wilmington Mountain Music Fest Lineup Announced
The annual Wilmington Mountain Music Fest is returning for its third year, taking place on Saturday, July 27, at Wilmington Ball Park. Gates open at 1:30 p.m., with music beginning at 2:00 p.m. Advance tickets are available, beginning at $20, with family and VIP packages also available for purchase by visiting whitefaceregion.com/events/wilmington-mountain-music-fest.
The festival has expanded this year with additional stages, a wide variety of musical acts and entertainment, and an increased number of food and beverage vendors. Musical acts span genres that should appeal to a broad audience, with a lineup that features regional artists as well as national performers. The festival aims to celebrate the community spirit of Wilmington, offering an experience residents, visitors, couples, and families can all enjoy together.
This year’s music lineup is headlined by Completely Unchained, a Van Halen tribute band, and Don Jovi, playing tribute to Bon Jovi. Together they are positioned as a one-of-a-kind “Legends of Rock Show”. Other artists scheduled to take the stage include Merle Jam, Midnight Stargazers, and Taylor LaValley. Bands will be providing entertainment throughout the afternoon and evening, ending at approximately 10:30 p.m.
Attendees will also be treated to a performance by The Smoke Show Fire Dancers, specializing in fire-eating and choreographed performances, taking the stage at 8:30 p.m.
Michelle Preston, director of the Whiteface Visitors Bureau, explained that the event is quickly becoming one of the most popular events in Wilmington. “The festival is a highlight of the summer season,” she said. “It offers a family-friendly atmosphere, a diverse lineup of performances, and plenty of fun activities. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets, umbrellas, and pop-up canopies so that they can relax and enjoy the day. Whether you’re a local resident or a visitor, the Wilmington Mountain Music Fest is an event not to be missed.”
Advance tickets can be purchased online at a discounted rate of $20 per person. Pre-purchase also offers the options of a couples package for $75 or a family package for $150. Pre-order your music fest T-shirts online; limited supply available on the day of the show.
Live music is a highlight of summer in the Whiteface Region. In addition to the Wilmington Mountain Music Fest, the Wilmington Town Beach hosts free concerts every Thursday in the summer and a wide variety of artists can be found performing at restaurants and bars in Wilmington and surrounding communities. Visit WhitefaceRegion.com/Events for more information on upcoming performances.
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