Tuesday, June 9, 2015
Soupstock to serve music, art in Shelton
SHELTON - The 6th Annual Soupstock Music & Arts Festival will be held from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. June 20 and from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. June 21 at Veteran’s Park off Canal Street.
The festival once again invites area residents of all ages to come and experience an arts, music and culinary experience like no other.
Producers Joe Mango and Nicole Heriot-Mikula unveil a lineup and expanded festival that follows the contour of previous festivals celebrating the best in local talent to match national acts otherwise reserved for ticketed events.
New this year, Los Angeles Electrofunk powerhouse Particle co-headline with New Orleans Funk group Big Sam’s Funky Nation. Also returning is favorite Ryan Montbleau who is in the midst of his own regional tour.
Also sharing top billing are Cabinet and Roots of Creation, who are both making their first appearance at Soupstock.
New this year, Los Angeles Electrofunk powerhouse Particle co-headline with New Orleans Funk group Big Sam’s Funky Nation. Also returning is favorite Ryan Montbleau who is in the midst of his own regional tour.
Also sharing top billing are Cabinet and Roots of Creation, who are both making their first appearance at Soupstock.
Performers at this year’s festival also include Nardy Boy, Hayley Jane and the Primates, Beau Sasser’s Escape Plan. and local favorites The Alpaca Gnomes and Hubinger St.
Established in 2010, the Soupstock Music & Arts Festival has grown organically into one of Connecticut’s leading independent arts and music events.
The festival has earned its reputation by attracting premier talent across all mediums to provide a landscape meant to please all the senses.
The festival’s mixture is arts, cuisine, and culture and that means there is something for everyone.
The vendor village will be larger than ever with more than 50 handmade artisans and 10 food trucks vendors. The Kids Zone sponsored by A Child’s Garden once again provides a safe, interactive environment for children ages 12 and under.
The festival is rounded out with a 6th Annual Art Competition and Pro/Am Soup Cook-Off on Saturday and Chili Cook-Off on Sunday.
Tickets are $10 for general admission and $8 for Soup or Chili Tent. Children 12 and under are admitted free.
A family package is available for only $35 per day.
Proceeds will benefit The Mary A. Schmecker Turtle Shell Fund, Building Community Through The Arts.
A family package is available for only $35 per day.
Proceeds will benefit The Mary A. Schmecker Turtle Shell Fund, Building Community Through The Arts.
All festival information can be found on www.soupstockfestival.org or visit on
Facebook: www.facebook.com/soupsstockfestival
For more information and volunteer opportunities contact nicole@soupstockfestival.org.
This is a press release from Nicole Heriot-Mikula, festival producer.
This is a press release from Nicole Heriot-Mikula, festival producer.