FAQ's:
Q: When does the festival start/stop?A: The 2 Outdoor stages are from 1 pm - 7 pm; and the indoor venues begin hosting bands at 7 pm and stop at their regular closing time.
Q: Where are the 2 outdoor stages?
A: The Main stage is located at 14th and Washington Ave.; the second stage is at 11th and Washington Ave. For a map, click here (link to directions).
Q: Where should I park?
A: Parking lots near Washington Avenue charge per car - so be sure to bring cash. Nearby lots include: 14th and Washington. For a complete downtown parking map, click here.
Q: What goes on during the outdoor stages?
A: Both outdoor stages will have live music, but the Main Stage located at 14th and Washington Ave. will have food & drinks for sale, a rock climbing wall, vendors, and more.
Q; What bands are playing?
A: The line up for each stage and venue will be announced before the showcase. The list of all nominated bands and genres are found here.
Q: Do you have to be 21 to attend?
A: Some venues, after 7 pm, will require guests to be 21 years of age. The 2 outdoor stages are free, and open to all ages (from 1 pm - 7 pm).
Q: What is the cost?
A: The 2 outdoor stages are free (from 1 - 7 pm) and the indoor venues require a wristband for $5. One wristband gets you into all 11 participating venues.
Q: Where can I buy a wristband? and what does this include?
A: The wristbands are for sale at the 2 outdoor stages, and all participating venues/bars. Once a wristband is purchased, guests have access into all participating venues.
Q: What venues/bars are participating?
A: The list includes: Dubliner, Flamingo Bowl, Hair of the Dog, Lucas Park, Nara Cafe, Lola, Over Under, Lure, Shiver, Side Bar, and Rue 13. (all listed venues are found in between 9th and 14th Streets along Washington Avenue).
Q: Do you have T Shirts for sale?
A: T Shirts can be purchase online here, or at the Main Stage during the Festival.
Q: Can I bring my pet?
A; Your pet is welcome to attend both outdoor stages.
Q: Should I bring cash?
A: Yes. Cash is needed for drink and food sales; and for wristbands and T-shirts.
Q: Where are the bathrooms?
A: Portable Bathrooms are located at the Main Stage at 14th and Washington.
For all of the latest information about the showcase, check the Riverfront Times' music blog, A to Z.
