The Sixth Annual Soupstock Music & Arts Festival will be taking place for two days on Saturday, June 20, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, June 21, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Veteran’s Park in downtown Shelton.
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 for 2015, 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. Our vendor village will be larger than ever with over 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 & under. The festival is rounded out with our Sixth 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 & under are 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.
Our full line-up, and all festival information can be found on www.soupstockfestival.org, or join us on Facebook.
For more information and volunteer opportunities please contact at nicole@soupstockfestival.org.