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ALFALFA FEST

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AUGUST 24, 2024 2pm-11pm

ALFALFA BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL

Join us at Alfalfa Festival, August 24 from 2pm - 11pm, a gathering of LIVE bluegrass music in support of Farmers Rising! Enjoy an afternoon and evening under the Rainbow Pavilion stage overlooking the lush alfalfa fields and tranquil Kinnikinnick Creek.
TICKETS
$25 adults in advance ($40 at the gate)
$10 children 6-12 years (children under 5 do not need a ticket)
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FESTIVAL

Enjoy an afternoon and evening under the Rainbow Pavilion stage overlooking the lush alfalfa fields and tranquil Kinnikinnick Creek.
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1PM - Gates Open
Bring your camping chairs and blankets and find a seat on the lawn by the stage.

2PM - Music Starts
Local performers keep you dancing through the afternoon, and into the evening.

food & beer

Farm fresh meals and snacks prepared by Chef Andy will be available for purchase from 2pm-8pm or while supplies last. Beer will be available to purchase for guests 21+ with ID/wristband. Drinking water will be available - bring your reusable bottle!
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  • Farm-raised Pork Sandwich - $10 Angelic Organics Learning Center 
  • Hummus and Veggie Wrap - $7.50 Angelic Organics Farm
  • Ole Salty's Potato Chips - $2.50 Rockford Made
  • Roasted Sweet Corn - $2.50 Angelic Organics Farm
  • Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookie - $2.50 Hazzard Free Farm grain, Angelic Organics Learning Center eggs

ACCOMODATIONS NEARBY

Camping
Rock Cut State Park 7223 West Lane Rd, Caledonia, IL
Hononegah Forest Preserve 80 Hononegah Rd, Rockton, IL 61072
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OFFICIAL MERCH

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Check back often for news or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates! ​Final details and logistics will be emailed to all ticket holders a week prior to the event.

Alfalfa bluegrass Festival Sponsors

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Sponsorship provides essential funding, goods or services that offset our costs and ease the workload for our staff and shows that your organization stands beside the Learning Center at the forefront of educating our community about food, the environment, farming, and the connection to a healthier lifestyle. Sponsors enjoy complimentary admission for two, are featured here, and will be appreciated and promoted at the Festival.
Become an alfalfa fest sponsor

PLEASE NOTE

  • Alfalfa Fest is a low-impact, cash only event! Please carpool, and bring a refillable water bottle (water will be available). Be prepared to pack out what you bring in!
  • Festival area is set back from Rockton Road. Head toward 1545 Rockton Road, and follow signs for parking and directions when you arrive.
  • This is an outdoor event, held on grass, bare ground and gravel, rain or shine (except in the event of extreme or dangerous weather).
  • Bring camp chairs and/or picnic blanket for seating.
  • No dogs allowed with the exception of service animals. Please contact [email protected] as soon as possible if you need service animal or access accommodation. 
  • No outside food in the festival area.
  • Tickets are $40 at the gate.​​​​
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Contact Us
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​1936 Rockton Rd. | Caledonia, IL 61011
815-389-8455 | [email protected]
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  • ABOUT US
    • We Are Farmers Rising
    • Staff & Board
    • Annual Report & Funders
    • Newsletter & Blog
    • Employment
    • Contact
  • Farmer Training
    • Take Root
    • Livestock Incubator Farm Program
  • Events
  • Community Programs
  • Farmers Rising Rockford CSA
  • Donate