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Aug102015

Celebrate Summer at the First Annual SotaFest on August 25!

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Celebrate summer at the first annual SotaFest!

Kindred the Family Soul headlines an afternoon of music and fun in picturesque Parade Stadium August 29

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is excited to partner in the first annual SotaFest happening August 29at Parade Stadium, located at 400 Kenwood Parkway. Doors open at 1 pm, music starts at 2 pm and festivities will continue throughout the afternoon framed underneath one of the best skyline views in the city.

A portion of the proceeds collected helps create opportunities for kids in Minneapolis parks by funding scholarships for youth programming.

“We appreciate having the opportunity to partner with People for Parks, 89.9 KMOJ and Bachelor Boy Entertainment in putting on another great summertime event in Minneapolis while also helping more of our city’s youth enjoy park activities,” said Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Assistant Superintendent Nick Williams.

Nationally-renowned act Kindred the Family Soul headlines a lineup studded with dynamic performers, including Church and the Dirty Thought, Mike De’Cole, Chris Lawrence, Audiyo Element, Hustle Rose and MPLS.

Food trucks and local product vendors will also be on hand.

SotaFest is an 18+ event. Advance tickets are available onlinefor $25 and at the door for $35. Concert-goers can park for $5 at Dunwoody College across the street from Parade Stadium.

Volunteers for SotaFest are still needed. Volunteer assignments include entrance gate monitors/ticket takers, parking crew, ticket sales, stage monitors, and more.

Each volunteer will receive entry to the concert and one additional ticket. View and sign-up for volunteer assignments and shifts here: http://www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F0449AFAC22A6FB6-sotafest or email Nicole Zappa at nzappa@minneapolisparks.org with questions about volunteering.

Event Details

Who:Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, People for Parks, 89.9 KMOJ-FM and Bachelor Boy Entertainment

What: An afternoon of music, food and dancing headlined by nationally-renowned act Kindred the Family Soul

When: Saturday, August 29. Doors open at 1 pm; music starts at 2 pm

Where: Parade Stadium

Why: Proceeds help fund youth programming scholarships for Minneapolis park activities

Cost: $25 in advance; $35 at the door

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