Above: (L-R) Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, Kenny & Amanda Smith
Sizzlin’ September Entertainment
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eptember, 2021: The 41st Bluegrass & Chili Festival is set for Sept. 10 and 11 in historic downtown Wagoner. The weekend festivities will include three stages of FREE “pepper hot” concerts by national and regional artists. Headliners scheduled to appear include a host of award winners and festival fan favorites Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Rhonda Vincent & The Rage, Balsam Range, Kenny & Amanda Smith Band, The Edgar Loudermilk Band, The Grascals and brand-new acoustic country/bluegrass act Caleb Daughtery. A fine menu of sizzling entertainment is planned for
the weekend. Top regional bands will entertain on three stages performing a variety of music including country, gospel, bluegrass and classic rock and rhythm and blues. Acts to date schedule to appear include: Bazemore Family, Borderline Bluegrass, Roving Gamblers, Heartland Xpress, Spring Street, Acoustic Freight Train, Vintage 5, Amundson Family, Cody Frost Band, Paul Holt Band, The Travelers, Sugar Mountain Band with more to be confirmed. In addition to the free concerts, other musical entertainment highlights include: The “Junior Showcase” this showcase is designed
to give talented youth 21 and under stage exposure and experience in a noncompetitive showcase. An acoustic guitar will be awarded by a drawing of all the participants. Don’t miss the opportunity to see some fancy dancing’ as dance groups “kick up their heels” during the festivities. The Bluegrass & Chili Festival will SIZZLE with many other family activities. The Festival Street Market will include a wide variety of crafts, services and business showcases. Little buckaroos can find free activities at the children’s Kiddie Korral. The Open Car Show will give festival attendees an opportunity to
Left: Caleb Daugherty Band Below: Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver
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