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This fall, Nov. 2-4, South Padre Island will host the inaugural South Padre International Music Festival. More than 40 acts from three continents are set to perform at more than 10 venues during the three day festival, in one of America's most southernmost coastal resorts. Tickets are already available online (GetTix.com). Three day wristbands are show inclusive and cost $48.
So far the line up features Robert Earl Keen. Jaguares, Robert Randolph & Family Band, Reckless Kelly, Patrice Pike, Grupo Fantasma, the Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Mike Doughty, Los Amigos Invisibles, and Ska Cubano. Other top regional, national and international talent representing genres including Americana, jazz, blues, folk, rock, funk-jam, reggae, world and Latin will showcase on several stages at Island clubs, restaurants, hotels and beaches from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Showcase venues include Club Pelican West, De Luna Bayside Grill, La Quinta Inn & Suites Beach Resort, Louie's Backyard, Schlitterbahn Beach Water Park, Sheraton Beach Hotel, Texas Moon Cafe, Wahoo Saloon, Wanna Wanna Beach Bar, and others. Main stages are Louie's Backyard (Bay Stage) and Schlitterbahn Beach Water Park (Dunes Stage). Additional satellite stages will be announced.
The South Padre Island Convention & Visitors Bureau (SPICVB) partnered with Austin-based GamePlan Marketing & Events, LLC, to bring to life theis incredible festival, which is expected to draw thousands of visitors and Island residents. This rich celebration of music and tropical flavor puts the Island a step above its Spring Break entertainment roots and promises to be the Island's newest annual tradition.
"Thousands of birds and music fans flock South each fall to bask in warm Gulf breezes amidst some of the world's best music: It all happens on South Padre Island this November," says Tim Hayden, executive producer of the festival. "This will certainly be an indel;ible memory and enlightening experience for all who attend."
With daily temperatures in the mid to low 80s and stunning November scenery and activities - from fishing to water sports, birding to beach combing, miniature golf to movies -- South Padre Island also boasts gourmet dining, boutique shopping and a variety of nightlife options.
Tickets went on sale August 4 through all GetTix outlets on-line. or order today at 866.443.8849.
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