Monday, 25 July, 2011 12:46
by Chris Jay
SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER, LA – Red River Revel Arts Festival organizers have announced details of the 2011 event, including details of a day-long bluegrass music showcase that will be held Sunday, October 2. The 2011 Red River Revel, the 36th annual installment of the festival, will be held October 1-8 in downtown Shreveport, Louisiana. The Revel is the largest outdoor arts festival in north Louisiana, attracting more than 180,000 visitors over the course of eight days and generating an economic impact of more than $10 million.
On Sunday, October 2, a bluegrass music celebration will take center stage as local Appalachian roots rockers Twang Darkly open up the Chase stage before regional acts Mill Creek, Blake Brothers, The Little Roy and Lizzie Show, The Greencards, and Grammy-winning artists, The Grascals round out the day. Performances will take place 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Admission is $5.00 all day long.
For more information, including information on area hotels and a educational arts programs taking place during the Red River Revel, visit www.redriverrevel.com.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Christy M. Long, Office Manager
Red River Revel Arts Festival
Office: 318-424-4000
christy at redriverrevel dot com
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