http://www.tampabaybluesfest.com/The Whitney Bank Tampa Bay Blues Festival returns to Vinoy Waterfront Park in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida, on Friday, Saturday & Sunday, April 11, 12, & 13, 2008. This internationally renowned three day music festival has been staged for the past 14 years on the sunny shores of Tampa Bay and features spectacular waterfront views, a tropical atmosphere, and spectacular blues music. The event draws visitors from throughout the United States and Europe and is regarded as one of the best blues festivals in the world.
The festival will feature a large concert stage and state of the art P.A. system. Multiple food vendors will be providing Florida foods, seafood, Cuban foods, and a variety of festival treats. Beer & wine are also sold on site, together with sodas and beverages. No food or beverages may be brought to the Festival by patrons. Blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged, and re-entry to the park is allowed with a hand stamp. Children under 12 are admitted to the general admission area free of charge.
They're also pleased to announce that the Blues Festival has returned to its partnership with the St. Petersburg Festival of States for 2008. The Whitney Bank Tampa Bay Blues Festival will be the featured concert component of this year's Festival of States Celebration. This alliance will strengthen both events and enhance our mutual, long term goals.
Proceeds from the Whitney Bank Tampa Bay Blues Festival will also benefit their charity partner, Pinellas Association for Retarded Children. PARC has been their primary charity for the past 14 years, and its work is critical to the welfare of the Tampa Bay community.
Tickets & Backstage Passes: The advance price for a three day pass is $75. Individual ticket prices are $30 each day. Backstage passes (includes festival admission) may be ordered on-line or by mail for $350 for all three days or $150 per day. These backstage passes are limited, and patrons are encouraged to place their orders as early as possible.
General admission tickets may be purchased at any Whitney Bank location. Tickets and passes may also be purchased on-line at
www.tampabaybluesfest.com or at
www.ticketmaster.com, or by sending a check, payable to Tampa Bay Blues Foundation, Inc., along with a business-size, stamped, self-addressed envelope to: Tampa Bay Blues Foundation, Inc., 1535 Dr. M.L. King Street North, St. Petersburg, FL 33704.
The 2008 artist line-up is as follows:
Friday, April 11, 2008
12:30 to 2:00 p.m. - Billy Gibson
2:30 to 4:00 p.m. - Nick Moss & the Flip Tops
4:30 to 6:00 p.m. - LUCKY PETERSON
6:30 to 8:00 p.m. - JAMES HUNTER
8:30 to 10:00 p.m. - THE ROBERT CRAY BAND
Saturday, April 12, 2008
1:00 to 2:00 p.m. - Trombone Shorty
2:30 to 4:00 p.m. - Tutu Jones
4:30 to 6:00 p.m. - TAB BENOIT
6:30 to 8:00 p.m. - WALTER TROUT
8:30 to 10:00 p.m. - LOS LONELY BOYS
Sunday, April 13, 2008
12:30 to 2:00 p.m. - Tad Robinson
2:30 to 4:00 p.m. - Chris Cain
4:30 to 6:00 p.m. - JANIVA MAGNESS
6:30 to 8:00 p.m. - ROD PIAZZA AND THE MIGHTY FLYERS
8:30 to 10:00 p.m. - ROBBEN FORD
Gates open approximately 30 minutes before the first artist each day.
Free Shuttle service on 1st Street NE from parking lots at Al Lang Baseball Field (Progress Energy Field), Bayfront Center Parking lot, and Baywalk garage in downtown St. Petersburg is provided.
The Whitney Bank Tampa Bay Blues Festival has earned a strong reputation for hosting one of the most scenic and best blues music festivals in the world. This year marks our 14th anniversary, and we look forward to seeing you in Florida this spring for three great days of blues by the bay!
A St. Petersburg Festival of States Event.
Anybody looking to make a road trip....this might just be the place to be!
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