Celebrating its seventh year, the Gettysburg Fest is a highly anticipated event, which has established itself as a vibrant festival that residents and visitors alike enjoy. The Gettysburg Fest is a high energy five-day showcase of the best performing, visual and culinary arts from Gettysburg and throughout the Mid-Atlantic. The Fest connects local artists and merchants from throughout the community to Fest attendees through events in the areas of performing, visual and culinary arts, as well as film, theater and children’s events.
“We are extremely excited about our headliners-Country chart topper Eric Paslay, acousitic-alternative Americana trio The Lone Bellow and actor Steven Lang’s one-man play, Beyond Glory,” explains Randy Prasse, festival executive director. “As with hosting Hunter Hayes at last year’s Fest, our goal is to be known for being on the cusp of up-and-coming entertainment, not only nationally, but regionally as well.”
While the majority of the family-friendly activities are free and open to the public, there are a few reasonably priced ticketed events. The festival will feature 50 live performances on seven stages and we’re listing our top choices.
Top 7 Events
Eric Paslay with Lindsey Erin and Honey Spice
June 12, 8:30 p.m. at Fitzgerald Auto Malls Main Stage
Eric brings his 2013 ACM nomination for Song of the Year, “Even If It Breaks Your Heart” (recorded by the Eli Young Band) and his own chart-topping hit single, “Friday Night” and latest chart-climbing single, “Song About A Girl” from his recently release debut album to Gettysburg. Come out and catch a rising country star!
Edible Arts Tour
June 12, 5 p.m. at Art Venues Around Gettysburg College Campus
Tour all five art venues on the Gettysburg College campus and sample mouth-watering culinary creations by Gettysburg area’s leading chefs and popular restaurants.
Laughing With Lincoln
June 13, 6 p.m. (PG-rated show) and 8 p.m. (18+ show) at Kline Theatre at Gettysburg College
Gettysburg College welcomes back some of their own: Ritch Shydner (’74), Charlie Gaeta (’99), and Camillo “Cam” Melchiorre (’75)
Mendelssohn Piano Trio
June 13, 8 p.m. at Sunderman Conservatory at Gettysburg College
Since its founding in 1997, the Mendelssohn Piano Trio has performed over 500 concerts in the US, Europe and Asia. The group has also recorded 15 CDs including most recently a cycle of the complete Haydn Piano Trios released on Centaur Records. The Mendelssohn Piano Trio’s extensive repertoire of over 100 works embraces music from all periods of the genre’s history.
Cledus Snow Mother Truckers
June 13, 4:30 p.m. at Fitzgerald Auto Malls Main Stage
Cledus Snow Mother Truckers is appearing as part of a three-act country package with Grand Ole Ditch and hit sensation, contemporary country artists, The Lone Bellow. Buy one ticket for all three performances!
Blues BBQ
June 14, 4–8 p.m. at Fitzgerald Auto Malls Main Stage
Enjoy some mouth-watering BBQ and the full compliment of sides and desserts. All-you-care-to-eat dinner includes three beverages. Guests will also have access to reserved seats for Nate Myers & The Aces and Octavia performing from 4–10 p.m.
The Great American Songbook
June 14, 7:30 p.m. at Kline Theatre at Gettysburg College
Featuring the Buzz Jones Big Band playing American classics and Broadway tune. Also featuring Master of Ceremonies, Chad-Alan Carr from the Gettysburg Community Theater.
