Iris DeMent to Perform at the 27th Annual Gamble Rogers Folk Festival, April 14-16, 2023

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. - Jan. 18, 2023 - PRLog -- The Gamble Rogers Folk Festival and the St. Johns Cultural Council have announced the headliners and ticket sales for the 27^th Annual Festival celebrating the legacy of legendary troubadour Gamble Rogers, whose balladry and storytelling helped shape American folk music.  This year's event returns to the St. Johns County Fairgrounds on April 14-16, 2023 with four stages featuring performers including Iris DeMent, Bill and the Belles, Robin and Linda Williams, Richard Smith, Annie & the Hot Club, and Red and Chris Henry and Their All-Star Band. Festival and camping passes may be purchased at  https://gamblerogersfest.org.

The Gamble Rogers Folk Festival annually draws thousands of spectators to hear singers, songwriters, storytellers and Americana acts who were influenced by Rogers' music. The music festival showcases dozens of national, regional and local musicians and storytellers. Food trucks and arts and crafts vendors will be available all weekend. Festival attendees have the option to stay and camp at the venue, with advance reservations.  Camping reservations must be made in advance and day-of festival tickets will be available at the gate.

Proceeds of the Gamble Rogers Folk Festival provide funds for youth music programs for school-aged children.

This not-to-be-missed event is presented by the Gamble Rogers Folk Festival, a registered 501(c)3 established to commemorate Americana folk music and supported by the St. Johns Cultural Council, which promotes and presents arts, culture and heritage activities in St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra and the Beaches.  The 2023 Festival is funded in part by the St. Johns County Tourist Development Council.

About the St. Johns Cultural Council

In partnership with the cultural community on Florida's Historic Coast, the St. Johns Cultural Council promotes arts, culture and heritage activities and events in St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra and the Beaches. St. Johns County offers more than 450 years of history to explore. As America's oldest city, St. Augustine's historic sites are plentiful including the iconic fort, museums and many attractions which offer reenacted history. Experience the city's renowned culture while strolling past charming homes on brick-paved streets that serve as an authentic reminder of a bygone era. For more information about the cultural assets in St. Johns County, visit www.historiccoastculture.com.

Media Contacts

Gamble Rogers Folk Festival

Neely Ann Miller

gamblerogersfest@gmail.com

St. Johns Cultural Council

Christina Parrish Stone

christina@historiccoastculture.com

904.434.0959