North Mississippi Gears Up for Legendary Hill Country Blues Picnic this June
The charming town of Oxford, Mississippi, is priming itself for the arrival of a remarkable two-day event – the North Mississippi Hill Country Picnic. Scheduled for the 28th and 29th of June, 2024, the festival has been designed to inspire, educate, and entertain music enthusiasts from across the nation.
The North Mississippi Hill Country Picnic aims to boost appreciation and understanding of the North Mississippi Hill Country Blues, a native music genre rooted within the state. With a lineup ranging from phenomenal local talents to renowned International musicians, the festival ambitiously seeks to preserve and interpret this niche music form through live performances.
Festival Highlights
The festival is a confluence of wonderful music, delightful food, camping fun and more over an eventful two-day schedule. Beginning on Thursday, June 27, at 5:00 pm, the festival promises an array of unforgettable live performances all the way till midnight on both Friday and Saturday. With artists such as Eric Deaton, Kenny Brown, and Robert Kimbrough Sr. in the lineup, the event guarantees an electrifying experience for visitors.
Ticket Information
Tickets for the North Mississippi Hill Country Picnic are available for purchase online until midnight of June 24. All tickets at the gate will be sold for cash only. VIP tickets also need to be bought online by midnight 6/24/2024. Apart from these, camping tickets are available for flat-rate $15 per person, to cover 1 to 3 nights of camping at the festival site.
Essential Information for Attendees
Visitors are encouraged to bring essential items such as bug spray, water, and rain gear among others. However, the organizers have prohibited several items including weapons, glass containers, motorized vehicles, and professional photography equipment for safety reasons.
For those who wish to support and donate towards the event, the organizers have provided multiple options, making it a cinch for visitors and music fans to help preserve this unique musical form.
Popular Artists to look out for
Among the many talented performers featured at the festival, popular crowd pullers include renowned artists such as Kenny Brown, Alvin Youngblood Hart, Garry Burnside, and Robert Finley. With a broad array of unique styles and blues sensibilities, these artists promise an unforgettable musical experience.
The picturesque town of Oxford beckons visitors to witness the ultimate celebration of Mississippi’s blues heritage. With its old-world charm and invigorating musical offerings, the North Mississippi Hill Country Picnic promises an unforgettable summer night under Mississippi’s azure skies. The affectionate blues melodies and soulful performances are sure to leave an indelible mark on all who attend.
