A spectacular day of Bluegrass music, food and beverages, craft vendors, and youth activities in a scenic environment awaits those who visit Jefferson Memorial Forest’s 17th annual Forest Fest on Saturday, May 18th.
Forest Fest has been known for providing a great variety of bluegrass music; this year’s event expands on that tradition with five musical acts in the lineup. The music starts at 12 p.m. in the forest’s Horine Reservation, 12304 Holsclaw Hill Road.
The lineup starts off with The Montvales, followed by Relaay, Bibelhauser Brothers, The Wheelhouse Rousters, and Songs From The Road Band to round out the evening.
This event is all-ages, rain or shine! Parking is $15, cash only. Feel free to bring a blanket or chair, but coolers and outside alcohol are prohibited. Food, cocktails, and beer will be available for purchase along with items from various local artists and crafters. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome, and their owners are asked to be considerate of other patrons.
The event is made possible through the financial support of the Louisville Metro Council and presenting sponsor, Councilman Dan Seum (District 13), in whose district Jefferson Memorial Forest is located. Also sponsoring the event are: WFPK Radio Louisville, West Sixth, and Castle & Key Distillery.
A variety of entertainment options for children, including nature play activities, will take place during the day, beginning at noon and ending at 5 p.m. Artists from across the region will demonstrate their skills as part of a craft fair, musical workshops will be available from Louisville Folk School with band members, and food and beverages from Red Top Gourmet Hot Dogs, Doots Yummery, The Corn Place, Castle & Key, West Sixth, and Kawaii Candy Cart will be available for sale.
Forest Fest Schedule of Activities
11:30 a.m.
Booths and area open to the public
12:00 p.m.
Food areas open
Forest Nature play open for children
Music begins
12:00-5:00 p.m.
Kids activities, climbing wall, music workshops
7:00 p.m.
Forest Fest concludes
