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almon fest Alaska is a Music Festival that takes place at Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds August 6-8 this year.
Every year more than 8,000 people turn the Kenai Peninsula village of Ninilchik into a city as families and friends fill the region with encampments full of music, food, fish and love. Over the three day weekend many of Alaskas top food, crafts, art and brews are available throughout the grounds and a family friendly atmosphere, including a daily childrens program is part of the four stage extravaganza that includes at least 50 acts. Salmonfest is a hub that supports all salmon-related causes and then some, according to their website. Salmon is known generally as the iconic species of Alaska and while protecting Bristol Bay has been our prima-
ry focus over the years, we also support many causes year round. Since 2015, Salmonfest has donated over $150,000 to salmon and related initiatives. One of Salmonfest’s best features is the Salmon Causeway which allows our guests to learn, engage and take action on any of the many issues facing Alaska and the world at large. Moreover, Salmonfest strives to be a Zero Waste event where all discarded materials are designed to become resources for others to use. Salmonfest also uses steel pints in our beer tents, and locally sourced goods, and services whenever possible. Scheduled music performers include Sarah Jarosz,Con Brio,Lindsay Lou, the LowDown Brass Band,The Burroughs, and Tim Easton. Tickets start at $158.50 andare available on eventbrite.com For schedule updates and more information about this festival, visit https:// salmonfestalaska.org/
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