{"id":8298,"date":"2018-02-19T20:57:14","date_gmt":"2018-02-20T02:57:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/garyhayescountry.com\/?p=8298"},"modified":"2023-09-03T20:29:05","modified_gmt":"2023-09-03T20:29:05","slug":"music-festivals-2018-delfest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/garyhayescountry.com\/?p=8298","title":{"rendered":"Music Festivals 2018: DelFest."},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s time once again to feature a festival I WILL be attending VERY soon, or sending a representative to cover an extensive series of articles from and that is the almighty DelFest<\/a>. DelFest is a four day four night extravaganza up in Cumberland Maryland, now in it’s eleventh year. Now folks this is a short piece from their website here:<\/p>\n

DelFest is held at the beautiful Allegany County Fairgrounds in Cumberland, MD (2.5 hrs from Baltimore and DC).  The festival originated from the desire to create a family-friendly music festival celebrating the rich legacy of McCoury Music while creating a forum for world-class musical collaborations and to showcase fresh new talent with a down-home feeling. Produced in association with High Sierra Music, the 11th Annual DelFest will again offer a quality festival experience stamped with the unique McCoury touch.  Personally chosen by Del, the Allegany County Fairgrounds in Cumberland, MD served as the perfect location for DelFest\u2013nestled along the Potomac River in the scenic Appalachian Mountains, the Fairgrounds are convenient to four major airports and easily reached by rail or road. The city of Cumberland is also a great host offering multiple hotel options, a charming downtown and great amenities including biking, a steam train engine and museum, and some top notch dining.<\/p>\n

In addition to traditional stage sets by these world-class artists, attendees can again expect to see one-of-a-kind collaborations, special guest sit-ins, various tributes to Del McCoury and his musical legacy, intimate appearances, both at unique \u201cplayshops\u201d\u2014informal workshops where the emphasis will be on performance rather than instruction\u2014and in late night indoor performances and picking sessions. Delfest will be immediately preceded by a 3-day Music Academy hosted by The Travelin\u2019 McCourys and other all star players.<\/p>\n

There are MANY ticket packages available by clicking HERE<\/a> and I have camping information as well.<\/p>\n

On-Site Camping<\/h4>\n

All multi-day passes include on-site walk-in camping.  Parking NOT included, see below. On-site camping at DelFest surrounds the perimeter of the fairgrounds among ballfields, in the woods and beyond in Green Acres. On-site camping is walk-in tent camping only. Expect to be parked tightly and efficiently, and to use the wooded areas for walk-in camping. You won\u2019t be too far from your vehicle, but do not expect to camp right next to your car as we need to maximize parking space, and park efficiently. Wagons and hand carts are encouraged. Shuttles will be available to assist in load-in.<\/p>\n

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Tent Camping at DelFest<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

The fairgrounds have permanent restrooms and showers, and we supplement the facilities with ample portable toilets. Please be courteous and take only the space you need. Roping off areas and saving space for latecomers is not acceptable festival etiquette. Camping overnight on Sunday is permitted. All patrons must leave the fairgrounds by noon on Monday.<\/p>\n

DelFest is accessible to all guests with disabilities. View Accessibility Information and Registration details here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Family Camp<\/strong><\/h4>\n

There will be a family camping area designated for those who would like a more kid-friendly environment that is quieter late at night (and a bit louder early in the morning). If you\u2019ve got little ones in tow and you are interested in camping in Family Camp, let your parking attendant know and you\u2019ll be pointed in the right direction. Must have a Family Camp RV Pass or On-Site Parking Pass to be placed in Family Camp. As always space is designated on a first come, first served basis.<\/p>\n

\"Sherpa2P\"<\/a>Show Sherpa <\/strong><\/h4>\n

Are you searching for a hassle-free Delfest camping experience? The Show Sherpa<\/a> is here to help! Leave the camping gear behind and let The Show Sherpa do the heavy lifting. We have your tent set up when you arrive and we take it down after you leave. Stand up and stretch! No tiny dome tents here. The Sherpa Village is outfitted with large Eureka! cabin style tents with almost seven feet of headroom and 100 square feet of space, not to mention the sturdy comfortable camping cots. The Show Sherpa\u2019s pre-pitched tent rentals also include camping chairs, a lantern, and all Sherpa Village amenities featuring FREE COFFEE in the morning, a complimentary bag of ice daily, large shade tents filled with comfy chairs for relaxing in between the music. We have a full camp kitchen including a large gas grill, an expedition stove as well as all the pots, pans & utensils you need to make a great meal to refuel for more dancin\u2019.  More details here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

DELuxe DELivered RV Packages – New This Year!<\/h1>\n

Want an RV experience without the hassle of renting and driving an RV?  DELuxe DELivered is for you! <\/em><\/h2>\n

<\/a>Our friends at Ace RV Rentals<\/a> will provide the rental unit, you just show up!  These packages will include:<\/p>\n

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  • 2 DELuxe Experience passes<\/li>\n
  • Waived on-site parking fee for one regular sized vehicle<\/li>\n
  • RV or Travel trailer (located at the Pavilion) hooked up to power and water<\/li>\n
  • Amenities including bedding (bed linens, pillows, towels), basic kitchen sets, coffee pot, disposable cups, plates, utensils, and camp chairs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    All units are late model RV’s. Two options include RV (31 – 32 foot Class C Motor Home) sleeps 6 for $4,399 and Trailer (25 – 26 foot travel trailer) sleeps 4 for $3,499.  These packages will go on sale with the general on-sale<\/a> tomorrow, January 9th, at 10am EST.<\/p>\n

    Prefer to make your own RV arrangements? Ace RV Rentals<\/a> is the preferred RV rental company for DelFest.  Contact them directly<\/a> to arrange an RV rental with either pickup (they’re just 5 minutes from Dulles with complimentary pickup between 9am and 5pm) or have it delivered to DelFest!  Use promo code DELFEST for a 5% discount!  They have a lot of festival experience and will take good care of you.<\/p>\n

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    Greensky Bluegrass<\/a>
    \nThe Dawg Trio with     David Grisman<\/a>, Danny Barnes<\/a>, Sam Grisman
    \n    Richard Thompson – RT<\/a>
    \n    The Infamous Stringdusters<\/a>
    \n    Rhiannon Giddens<\/a>
    \n    Mandolin Orange<\/a>
    \n    The Gibson Brothers<\/a>
    \n    The California Honeydrops<\/a>
    \n    Horseshoes & Hand Grenades<\/a>
    \n    New Orleans Suspects<\/a>
    \n    The Broomestix<\/a>
    \n    The Grass Is Dead<\/a>
    \n    Justin Moses<\/a> & Cody Kilby<\/a><\/span>
    \n    The Del McCoury Band<\/a>
    \n    The Travelin’ McCourys<\/a>
    \n    Old Crow Medicine Show<\/a>
    \n    Ricky Skaggs And Kentucky Thunder<\/a>
    \n    Sam Bush<\/a>
    \n    Richard Thompson<\/a>
    \n    The Jerry Douglass Band<\/a>
    \n    The Wood Brothers<\/a>
    \n    Fruition<\/a>
    \n    Sierra Hull<\/a>
    \n    Billy Strings<\/a>
    \n    Bryan Sutton Band<\/a>
    \n    Rising Appalachia<\/a>
    \n    The Gibson Brothers<\/a>
    \n    The California Honeydrops<\/a>
    \n    the Kruger Brothers<\/a>
    \n    Joe Craven And The Sometimers<\/a>
    \n    The Lil Smokies<\/a>
    \n    Cris Jacobs<\/a>
    \n    The Dustbowl Revival<\/a>
    \n    The Brothers Comatose<\/a>
    \n    The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band<\/a>
    \n    New Orleans Suspects<\/a>
    \n    Birds Of Chicago<\/a>
    \n    Jon Stickley Trio<\/a>
    \n    The<\/a><\/p>\n

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