Soupstock Music and Arts Festival slated in Shelton

Save the date: Soupstock slated in September at Veterans Park in Shelton

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"Be ready for our new fall date, September 29 & 30: two live music stages, Kids Zone, and.....More soup, More chili......
Admission is $15/day, includes entrance to the soup or chili competition! Kids under 12 are free admission!"

Visit www.soupstockfestival.org.

Soupstock set Saturday and Sunday in Shelton

SHELTON - The eighth annual arts and music festival will be held this weekend at Veterans Memorial Park downtown.

Admission is $15/day, which includes entrance to the soup or chili competition.
Kids under 12 are admitted free.


*Info shared from a Facebook event page.

Music, arts festival slated at Veterans Park in Shelton

SHELTON - Soupstock Music & Arts Festival proudly announces its 2017 music lineup bringing together national and local touring acts and exciting newcomers to the stage. 

The Festival once again invites area residents of all ages to come and experience an arts, music, and culinary experience like no other. 

The annual event will take place June 10 and 11 at Veterans Park.

Directors Nicole Heriot-Mikula, Joe Mango, and Derek Signore unveil a lineup that follows the contour of previous festivals celebrating the best in local talent to match national acts otherwise reserved for ticketed events. 

New for 2017, Ska and Reggae Legends The Skatalites and Electrofunk powerhouse Particle co-headline the main stage with newcomers Sophistafunk and American Idol’s Elise Testone.

Also returning is favorite Ryan Montbleau with his new ensemble, Yes, Darling featuring Hayley Jane.  Also sharing top billing are local mainstays, The Alpaca Gnomes and Bella’s Bartok, both returning to this year’s festival.

Established in 2010, 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 of arts, cuisine and culture means there is something for everyone. 

Our Vendor Village will have over 30 handmade artisans and non-profit organizations and the Kids Zone will be better than ever, providing a safe interactive environment for children of all ages with two major highlights this year: One World Puppetry and Creation Song Project. Our Annual Pro/Am Soup & Chili Cook-Off round out the event to make it extra delicious! 

Proceeds will benefit the Mary A. Schmecker Turtle Shell Fund, furthering Art, Craft and Music Education for children and Young Adults.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: www.soupstockfestival.org or join us on:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/soupsstockfestival

This is a press release from Nicole Heriot-Mikula.

Save the Date: 8th annual Soupstock arts festival slated in Shelton

Newsletter spotlights Soupstock VII in Shelton

Hi readers,

Our latest Valley Voice newsletter is available. We focused on last weekend's Soupstock VII in Shelton.

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Soupstock festival in Shelton features fun for all ages

Soupstock, a music, arts, and food festival, opened Saturday in downtown Shelton. The seventh annual event continues from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday at Veterans Memorial Park on Canal Street.

Handmade hula hoops, anyone?

Valley Arts Council President Rich DiCarlo paints a fictitious ball player Saturday. He is creating a series of paintings of a unique baseball team. 

Bubble fun! 

Stay tuned for more photos in the next issue of our Valley Voice newsletter.

Soup, art, music on tap this weekend in downtown Shelton

SHELTON - The seventh annual Soupstock, a music and arts fest, will rock downtown from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday and from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday at Veterans' Memorial Park, 38 Canal St.

Admission price for adults is $15/day at the gate.

Admission is all inclusive - enjoy the show and the soup/chili for one low price!

Admission is free for children 12 and under.

*Information shared from Facebook event page.

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Soupstock festival to rock downtown Shelton in July

SHELTON - The seventh annual Soupstock, a downtown music and arts fest, is almost here.

The community event will run from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. July 9 and from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. July 10 at Veterans' Memorial Park, 38 Canal St.

Admission price for adults is $15/day at the gate.

Admission is all inclusive - enjoy the show and the soup/chili for one low price!

Admission is free for children 12 and under.

*Information shared from Facebook event page.

7th annual Soupstock slated in Shelton

A soup competition will be held on Saturday and a chili competition will be on Sunday.
There will be artisans, a Kids Zone, and roaming entertainment both days. 

Tickets will go on sale next week, according to the event Facebook page. 

Stay tuned for more information!

Soupstock to serve music, art in Shelton

SHELTON - The 6^th 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.

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 6^th 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. 

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.

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SOUPSTOCK Music and Arts Festival is the annual fundraising event for the Mary A. Schmecker Turtle Shell Fund. 
This is a family-oriented event featuring live music, handmade artisans, and a soup competition.

For more information visit the festival's Facebook page.