Inkspot Productions, LLC and Automated Routing, Inc. are excited to present the 13th annual St. Meinrad Rocks Fest, set to take place on September 27 and 28 at St. Meinrad Park. This two-day benefit music festival promises to deliver an array of entertainment with FREE admission for all attendees.
Donations will be welcomed throughout the event, with all proceeds supporting the development of the town museum. This year’s festival will feature a variety of attractions, including a beer garden sponsored by Louie’s Tavern, children’s activities, and a diverse lineup of country and rock music performed by 12 acts on two stages. Attendees can look forward to both familiar favorites and fresh new acts, as well as a live animal show, face painting, and balloon artists. Food trucks and booths will be available on both days, along with fest and performer merchandise for purchase.
A Vendor Fair will be held on Saturday, September 28, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the park area. Additionally, “It Takes a Village” will host an Adoption Blitz on Saturday, offering a chance to find a new furry friend.
A special feature this year is the “Happy Hour” on Saturday from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM central, offering bucket and drink specials in the Beer Garden. During this time, attendees can also enter to win various prizes, including Food Truck Vouchers, Vendor Fair Vouchers, Louie’s Tavern Gift Certificates, and cool giveaways from Hedinger Beverage. Prize drawings will occur every 15 minutes from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM central, with winners required to be present.
The entertainment lineup is as follows (all times are Central and subject to change):
Friday, September 27
- 6:00 PM: Opening/Star-Spangled Banner by Phil the Excitement
- 6:15 PM: Roulette
- 7:45 PM: Bobby Clark (Beer Garden Stage)
- 8:30 PM: Cage Willis
Saturday, September 28
- 12:30 PM: Opening/Star-Spangled Banner by James Wagner, Jr.
- 2:00 PM: Silly Safaris Live Animal Show (Park Area)
- 2:30 PM: Indian Creek
- 4:15 PM: Heavy Kites (Beer Garden Stage)
- 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Kelly Garni Q&A
- 6:00 PM: Silly Rules
- 7:45 PM: Brandon Beard
- 8:00 PM: Tony Henning (Beer Garden Stage)
- 8:45 PM: Quite Rite, featuring co-founder and original bassist of Quiet Riot, Kelly Garni
- 9:15 PM: Dispel
The event features a broad range of local and regional acts across different music genres. Attendees are reminded that no outside alcohol is allowed and IDs are required for entry into the beer garden.
Proceeds from St. Meinrad Rocks Fest will benefit the town museum fund managed by the Spencer County Community Foundation, aimed at preserving the history and beauty of St. Meinrad, Indiana. Organizer Carol (Ubelhor) Troesch stated, “We are consistently working toward building funds to create a permanent display that will preserve town memorabilia and historical pieces. Bringing people and families together for a weekend of fun, music, and food is an excellent way to celebrate a small town’s heritage!”
For direct tax-deductible contributions, donations can be mailed to the Spencer County Community Foundation at P.O. Box 3, Rockport, Indiana 47635, or made online at this link.
For more information on sponsorships, vendor opportunities, or volunteering, visit the St. Meinrad Rocks Fest Facebook page, the official website, or contact Carol (Ubelhor) Troesch/Inkspot Productions, LLC via Facebook, email at writstuf@psci.net, or phone at 812-309-8523.
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