The roots, bluegrass and Americana-oriented Old Settler’s Music Festival returns to the Salt Lick BBQ Pavilion and Camp Ben McCulloch in Driftwood, Texas, April 18-21. Now in its 26th year, the festival is not as well-known outside the state as some others in the Austin area – and that’s part of its allure. Old Settler’s Music Festival also takes place during what’s usually the height of Texas Hill Country’s Bluebonnet and wildflower season.
Old Settler’s has a more casual and laid-back vibe and may not draw as many people or as much attention as SXSW or the Austin City Limits and Kerrville music festivals, but it certainly does feature a diverse array of talented performers Among those on the 2013 lineup are Carolina Chocolate Drops, Jerry Douglas, The Dunwells, Fred Eaglesmith, Justin Townes Earle, Elephant Revival, Michael Franti, The Gourds, Terri Hendrix, James Hunter, Leftover Salmon, Del McCoury Band, Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out, Peter Rowan’s Twang an’ Groove, Martin Sexton, and Son Volt.
In addition to concerts on several stages, there will be workshops, sing-a-longs and campground –stage jam sessions, a youth talent competition and children’s activities, a market area featuring arts and crafts, specialty foods and brews, and lots of tasty barbecue.
Discounted admission wristbands are available online through April 6. For more information and to buy tickets, visit www.oldsettlersmusicfest.org or call 888-512-SHOW.
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