{"id":8848,"date":"2018-05-01T19:28:39","date_gmt":"2018-05-02T00:28:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/garyhayescountry.com\/?p=8848"},"modified":"2023-09-03T20:28:50","modified_gmt":"2023-09-03T20:28:50","slug":"music-festivals-2018-the-westport-roots-festival","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/garyhayescountry.com\/?p=8848","title":{"rendered":"Music Festivals 2018: The Westport Roots Festival."},"content":{"rendered":"

WESTPORT ROOTS FESTIVAL<\/h1>\n

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Westport Roots Festival is back and better than ever. Located in the heart of the historic Westport Neighborhood and now in it’s 5th year, Westport Roots will showcase 65 bands on 2 stages over Memorial Day Weekend. It all kicks off with the official Pre-Party at Westport Saloon Friday, May 25th. Saturday and Sunday, we kick things into high gear with 2 stages, both within a stones throw of one another. Best of all, you will be able to see each and every band and take your Four Roses Bourbon with you as you bounce from stage to stage with your friends. Bluegrass, Honky-Tonk, Rock and Roll, and everything in between!<\/p>\n

Please Keep in mind, The Friday Night Pre-Party is held at The Westport Saloon and is only a 200 person venue. A seperate Pre-party ticket is required for this night.<\/p>\n

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How much do tickets cost?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Saturday\/Sunday passes are $70<\/li>\n
  • Single day passes are $40<\/li>\n
  • Pre-party passes are $10<\/li>\n
  • Early Bird passes are for all 3 days and cost $50 while supplies last<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
    Can kids come to this event?<\/strong>Unfortunately no, this is a 21 and over event.<\/div>\n
    Where do we stay?<\/strong>AC Hotel<\/a> is the official sponsor. There are several hotels in the immediate Westport area, but be sure to book in advance!<\/div>\n
    Where do I check in?<\/strong>Tickets, and Will-Call, will be located at the East entrance of The Westport Saloon<\/a> for the pre-party on Friday, May 25th. Saturday and Sunday the Will-Call tickets, and check in, will be at the North entrance of The Westport Saloon<\/a>.<\/div>\n
    Can I buy tickets the day of?<\/strong>Yes. Visit us at the Will-Call and ticket booths. It will be $10 more.<\/div>\n
    Can I pay to just visit one stage?<\/strong>No. No you cannot.<\/div>\n
    Where can I find an exact schedule?<\/strong>A working schedule is posted on the website<\/a>, however set times are subject to change. There will be an exact downloadable\/screenshot version available before the Festival and printed copies at the ticket booth.<\/div>\n
    What time does the music start?<\/strong>Music starts at 7pm Friday, May 25th, Noon on Saturday, May 26th, and Noon on Sunday, May 27th.<\/div>\n
    Does my ticket guarantee that I can see every show?<\/strong>Not in entirety, but yes. You can get to see every band this year. We have slimmed down our stages to three, all within a stones throw from each other.<\/div>\n
    Where do we eat?<\/strong>Westport is home to many delicious restaurants. Visit http:\/\/westportkcmo.com\/<\/a>. If you are looking for 24-hour\/late night food, we suggest Town Topic or Chubby\u2019s on Broadway. If you are looking for the best BBQ in town, try Arthur Bryant\u2019s or Slaps.<\/div>\n

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    Westport Roots Festival is back and better than ever. Located in the heart of the historic Westport Neighborhood and now in it’s 5th year, Westport Roots will showcase 65 bands on 2 stages over Memorial Day Weekend. It all kicks off with the official Pre-Party at Westport Saloon Friday, May 25th. Saturday and Sunday, we kick things into high gear with 2 stages, both within a stones throw of one another. Best of all, you will be able to see each and every band and take your Four Roses Bourbon with you as you bounce from stage to stage with your friends. Bluegrass, Honky-Tonk, Rock and Roll, and everything in between!<\/p>\n

    Please Keep in mind, The Friday Night Pre-Party is held at The Westport Saloon and is only a 200 person venue. A seperate Pre-party ticket is required for this night.<\/p>\n

    THE LINEUP:<\/p>\n

    Chris Rodrigues And Abby The Spoon Lady<\/a>
    \n    Hillbilly Casino<\/a>
    \n    Joseph Huber<\/a>
    \n    Porter Union<\/a>
    \n    Shawn James And The Shapeshifters<\/a>
    \n    Possessed By Paul James<\/a>
    \n    The Dead South<\/a>
    \n    White Ghost Shivers<\/a>
    \n    A.J.Gaither<\/a>
    \n    Abraham And The Old Gods<\/a>
    \n    Black Irish Texas<\/a>
    \n    Blackgrass Gospel<\/a>
    \n    Caleb Ryan Martin<\/a>
    \n    Carrie Nation And The Speakeasy<\/a>
    \n    Dead Man String Band<\/a>
    \n    Eric Sommer<\/a>
    \n    Dig Deep<\/a>
    \n    Dusty Rust<\/a>
    \n    Frankie Banjo<\/a>
    \n    Hangman’s Hymnal<\/a>
    \n    Granny Tweed<\/a>
    \n    Grassfed<\/a>
    \n    Jimmy Swope<\/a>
    \n    Jocephus And The George Jonestown Massacre<\/a>
    \n    Keil And The Coyote Boys<\/a>
    \n    Rachel Kate<\/a>
    \n    Randall Conrad Orlinger<\/a>
    \n    S.S.Web<\/a>
    \n    Rock Bottom String Band<\/a>
    \n    Saddle Of Southern Darkness<\/a>
    \n    Saint Christopher<\/a>
    \n    Tail light Rebellion<\/a>
    \n    The Big Sky<\/a>
    \n    Tejon Street Corner Thieves<\/a>
    \n    The Bastard Children Of Booker Noe<\/a>
    \n    The Dirty mugs
    \n<\/a>    The Breakfast Sides<\/a>
    \n<\/a>    The Dirty Beet Brothers<\/a>
    \n<\/a>    The Ford Theater Reunion<\/a>
    \n<\/a>    Truckstop Honeymoon<\/a>
    \n<\/a>    The Urban Pioneers<\/a>
    \n<\/a>    The Underhill Family Orchestra<\/a>
    \n<\/a>    The Well<\/a>
    \n<\/a>    Tyler Gregory<\/a>
    \n<\/a>    Tyler Giles<\/a>
    \n<\/a>    W.T.Newton<\/a>
    \n<\/a>    Wallula<\/a>
    \n<\/a>    Whiskey For The Lady<\/a>
    \n<\/a>    whiskeyDick<\/a>
    \n<\/a>    Willi Carlisle<\/a><\/p>\n