HomeCity GovernmentCity BusinessResidentse-Government - Forms OnlineCalendar of EventsFrequently Asked QuestionsContact Us

 

Home > Rockville Events > Rockville Music Festival

Rockville Music Festival & Hard Times Chili Cookoff

Saturday, September 29, 2007
12 - 6 p.m.
 Rockville Town Center

The Rockville Music Festival features multiple stages of music
and
the Hard Times Chili Cook-Off.

 Transportation & Parking   |   Thank You to Our Sponsors!

ENTERTAINMENT

Rockville Music Festival - Steve Holy

Steve Holy
4:30 - 6 p.m.
Main Stage
 
With his blend of 50's rock & roll, pop and traditional country, Steve Holy has crafted a unique sound that has won fans over across the nation.  Most widely recognized for his hit single "Good Morning Beautiful," his much anticipated second album "Brand New Girlfriend" was released in August 2006.  Singles from his latest CD include "Brand New Girlfriend," "Come On Rain," and his current single that is climbing the charts "Men Buy The Drinks."


Rockville Music Festival - Sarah Buxton

Sarah Buxton
3 - 4 p.m.
Main Stage
Originally from Lawrence, Kansas, Sarah Buxton is one of Nashville's most distinctive voices and engaging performers.  Sarah's first digital EP was released in July of 2007 and features four songs that she co-wrote including the Top 5 Hit, "Stupid Boy," and "That Kind of Day."


Rockville Music Festival - Leaving, TX

Leaving, TX
1 - 2:30 p.m.
Main Stage
Gripping vocals, intelligent lyrics, and songs filled with memorable hooks are what you will find with Leaving, TX.  This DC based Alt. Country outfit delivers a clever blend of cutting edge "twang-rock" mixed with a healthy dose of country.  The group is presently touring in support of their second CD, "Anywhere on Good Roads."


Rockville Music Festival - Cletus and Lori

Cletus and Lori                                                                             12 - 1 p.m.
Rockville Town Center Stage
Award winning songwriters on their own, contemporary folk duo Cletus Kennelly and Lori Kelly combine their artistries, developing a style and a asense for each others voices that is magical.  Their work has earned them 9 WAMMIE Awards and over 30 WAMMIE nominations.  Both approach their writing from a lyrical, melodic pace with songs that speak from the heart.

  

                                                                          

FEATURING

Hard Times Chili Cook-Off

Hard Times Chili Cook-Off
Hard Times Café is pleased to be holding the Maryland State Championship Chili Cook-off in Rockville Town Center during the Rockville Music Festival.  Up to 75 champion chili cooks will compete in mutiple categories for prizes. 

From 1 p.m. until 4 p.m., stop by the booths of up to 75 chili cooks for a taste of their creations.

For more information about the Chili Cook-off, visit www.hardtimes.com.  To enter the Chili Cook-off, email jimp@hardtimes.com.

  

TRANSPORTATION & PARKING

Bus or Metro
Take Metrobus or Metrorail to the Rockville Music Festival! It’s easy to get to the festival by taking the Metro’s Red Line to the Rockville station.  Exit on the Rockville Pike side of the station, and follow the sounds of music across the street.

Bike
There is bicycle parking available at several locations along East Montgomery Avenue and Maryland Avenue.  Bring a lock and always wear a helmet.

Parking 
If you prefer to drive, parking is available in many places in and around Town Center.
All three of the new public parking garages in Rockville’s new Town Square are now open, providing almost a thousand parking spaces.

 Directions

  • Rockville Music Festival is located in Town Center in the heart of Rockville, MD.
  • From I-270, take either exit 5 or exit 6 and head east into Rockville. Follow signs for parking.
  • From Route 355/Rockville Pike, going north into Rockville, turn left onto Route 28 and follow signs for parking.
  • From up-county using Route 355/Rockville Pike, drive south into Rockville, turn right onto Route 28 and follow signs for parking.

SPONSORS

Bud True Music       Hard Times Cafe     98.7 WMZQ
www.rockvillemd.gov/events

 

home | city government | city business | residents | e-gov | calendar | faq | contact us | privacy | accessibility

Rockville City Government
Rockville City Hall • 111 Maryland Avenue • Rockville, MD 20850
240-314-5000


Please e-mail questions or comments to the Web Administrator.