Annual Riverfront Blues Festival
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Jammed packed weekend for the whole family. Blues Fest including All Star Car Show at the Convention Center, Motorcycle Events and Barbeque by the Hog Blues BBQ Society.
Known as the "BEST little BLUES FEST IN AMERICA" Only $5 dollars per person/per day. Come hear the best blues music around the world on the Arkansas River in Fort Smith. 10 bands will play during the two day event. Proceeds to benefit several charities, including a scholarship for musicians.
Annual Riverfront Blues Festival
Phone : 479-573-1345 (Always call and confirm events.)
Email Address : info@riverfrontbluesfest.org
Web: www.riverfrontbluesfest.org
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