FloydFest returns next month at new venue following last yearโs cancellation
Organizers of FloydFest said while last year's cancellation was a tough decision, they are now more prepared for this year's event.
โBittersweetโ: FloydFest co-founder parts ways with event
A co-founder of FloydFest is parting ways with the event after more than two decades of working together, according to Sam Calhoun with Across-the-Way Productions Incorporated.
Magic in the mountains: FloydFest announces 2023 lineup, details
On Tuesday, FloydFest organizers announced more details for their 2023 festival, including their new location at โFestivalParkโ and a list of headliners.
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FloydFest announces new musical lineup, COVID-19 safety plan
FloydFest tweeted the news on Thursday saying that Sturgill Simpson had a different opportunity he couldnโt get out of. They also said theyโre excited to welcome Billy Strings to the lineup. โWeโve all been away from live music experiences now for well over a year. And if we can do that and weโre going to do that, thatโs going to be the marquee,โ said Sam Calhoun, the COO of Across-the-Way Productions and FloydFest. AdFloydFest also posted its COVID-19 safety plan, which includes temperature screenings at each entrance, sanitizing surfaces, mask-wearing, social distancing and more.
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Billy Strings replaces Sturgill Simpson for FloydFest lineup
โWhen one door closes, another swings wide open...โThatโs what FloydFest organizers said about a change to the upcoming festival lineup, with Billy Strings replacing Sturgill Simpson. Hereโs a statement from Simpson:โUnfortunately we are no longer going to be able to perform this year at FloydFest due to unexpected and unforeseen circumstances. FloydFest is a great independent festival and we highly encourage everyone to attend even though we cannot be there with you. See you on and down the road very soon.โBilly Strings won this yearโs Grammy for Best Bluegrass Album and was Billboardโs top artist of 2020 for both bluegrass categories. FloydFest 21 ~Odyssey is set for July 21 through 25, and tickets are available now.
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FloydFest organizers encouraged by eased outdoor entertainment restrictions
PATRICK COUNTY, Va. โ Southwest Virginiaโs largest music festival is planning its return this year, which has been made easier with Virginiaโs new COVID-19 guidelines. FloydFest will come back to Patrick County between July 21 and 25, social distancing restrictions permitting. Ralph Northam announced the capacity for outdoor entertainment will soon increase to 1,000 customers, an encouraging sign for FloydFest chief operating officer Sam Calhoun. โItโll be amazing,โ Calhoun said. โWeโre just waiting with cautious optimism that we can get a higher number than that and have more of a large gathering on that mountain in a safe manner.
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FloydFest announces 2021 lineup after last yearโs canceled festival
PATRICK COUNTY, Va. โ Get ready to jam out at one of the biggest music festivals in our region this summer. FloydFest has announced its lineup for 2021 after being canceled last year due to coronavirus restrictions. The festival will be July 21 through July 25, and The Avett Brothers, Sturgill Simpson, the Old Crow Medicine Show and the Turkuaz will be the headlining acts for the four-day event. The Avett Brothers arenโt a stranger to FlodyFest and were in FloydFest 4 during 2005. For more information visit their website.
FloydFest 2019 starts Wednesday
ROANOKE, Va.- - It's almost time for FloydFest 2019. In two days, thousands of people will be attend the five day music and arts festival. But the boat just really speaks about the community and about being together on this voyage and coming home," said Sam Calhoun, CEO of Across The Way Productions and FloydFest. A lot of our Floyd people that come and see us on a regular basis are at this festival as well. FloydFest will happen over five days with more than 100 performances on eight different stages.