The City of Sandy Springs has once again geared up for its annual cultural shindig with the announcement of the second annual Blue Stone Arts & Music Festival lineup. The city promises a heady mix of tunes and strokes that'll see the iconic Lonestar alongside '90s chart-toppers Spin Doctors thrilling crowds on the City Green Live Stage. According to the festival press release, these musical veterans are scheduled for back-to-back nightly performances on September 27 and 28, 2024, at the slightly night-owl time of 8:30 p.m. Pop those dates in your diary, folks.
Beyond the expected fanfare of the headliners, the festival itself is a mosaic of musical and artistic offerings. Stretching across four blocks of the City Springs District, the two-stage, multi-day jamboree kicks off with genres ranging from house music to tributes. With the South Stage hosting up-and-comers like Nathalie Rose and Hyndesight, and family-friendly puppetry and magic at the Shade Bosque, attendees are in for a vibrant array of entertainment, as per the City of Sandy Springs' recent announcement.
For those who like to plan, here’s a snippet of what's in store. Friday brings The Invaders, warming the stage before Lonestar's headline act. Continuing the beat on Saturday, Run Katie Run and Sami Automatic pave the way for Spin Doctors to bring down the house—or rather, the outdoor City Green Live Stage. Adults can vibe to the tunes while little ones can look forward to mid-morning shenanigans, starting with PBS Kids star Lady Bug on the Shade Bosque stage, bringing her A-game in early learning entertainment.
Put simply, the festival seems to have something slipped into every nook and cranny—there's a Kids Zone for the squirts, and an Artist Market will pop up with over 80 artisan vendors showcasing everything from handcrafted jewelry to original paintings. And, with LGE Community Credit Union playing the role of Supporting Main Stage Sponsor, the festival brings home their pro-community spirit in spades.
And the best part? You don't have to shell out a single cent for the experience. Admission to the Blue Stone Arts & Music Festival is free, making it accessible to all. So, you can keep your wallet comfortably in your pocket while your senses feast. For the musically-inclined and art aficionados or just anyone looking to soak up some local culture, the full lineup and additional festival details can be found at the city's dedicated festival webpage. Mark those calendars for a weekend that's shaping up to be a highlight on the city's cultural calendar.
