Special Events

Join in the festival’s weeklong activities special events including workshops, showcase performances, and live music. Highlight the festival with these favorites: the 48 Hour Band Challenge and Songwriters in the Round. Locations are Patrick’s on Third, Paddlefish Brewing, and the St. Peter Arts Center.

  • Wed July 17, 2024
    • Location: Patrick’s on Third
    • Kick Off Night with events at Partrick’s on Third
    • 48 Hour Band Challenge Draft. (5-7 pm). Sign up required
    • Live Music (7-10 pm). Featuring Beret Finkin, The Landing Party, Pocket Lounge
  • Thu July 18, 2024
    • Location: Paddlefish Brewing
      • Workshops (11 am – 5 pm)
      • Showcase Performance (5 pm). Featuring Mark Joseph (of the Big Wu)
    • Location: St. Peter Art Center
      • Songwriters in the Round. (6:15 – 7:30 pm). Hosted by Mal Murphy. Featuring Annie Mack, Kaleb Braun Schulz and Vinny Donattle (of the Last Revel)
      • Composer Showcase. Featuring Larry McDonough Quartet
  • Fri July 19, 2024
    • Location: Patrick’s on Third
    • 48 Hr Band Challenge Contest Finals (6 – 9 pm)
    • After Jam (10 – 12 pm). Featuring Josh Reinitz.