Contact:
LARK EVENTS
Phone: (518) 336-LARK
/ Lark Street BID
248 Lark St
Albany NY 12210
(518) 434-3861 / LARK EVENTS

LARKFEST ‘13

For Immediate Release / 08-27-13 / ARTIST DEADLINE EXTENDED

ALBANY, NY— Albany’s most anticipated street & local music festival, LarkFest, is seeking additional artists and crafters to add to it’s array of vendors! LarkFest will once again be held between Madison & Washington Avenues from 10am to 5:30pm on Saturday, September 21st. Attendees will enjoy two stages of local and nationally recognized entertainment, eclectic food vendors, artists, and of course, a wide range of fantastic Lark Street shops & eateries.

ART & CRAFT VENDORS APPLY HERE: www.larkfest2013.com!

The deadline for artists and crafters has been extended to September 6th!

Entries will be considered on a first come first serve basis according to postmarked date.

MUSICAL LINE UP:

This year’s event will feature incredible musicians presented by WEXT, Exit 97.7fm:

WASHINGTON
11:00 / The Chronicles
12:20 / Matt & The Bad Ideas
1:40 / Barons in the Attic
3:00 / Charlie Watts Riots
4:20 / Bobby Long
MADISON
11:00 / Grainbelt
12:20 / The Last Conspirators
1:40 / Rodeo Barons
3:00 / Molly Durnin Trio
4:20 / WillieNile

In addition to the two stages of live music, the event includes the popular Silent Disco, presented by Bombers Burrito Bar and the KidsZone, presented by AAA Hudson Valley and Radio Disney, who will feature The New York Apple Association Blossom to Awesome Tour! Enjoy complimentary New York Apples at LarkFest from Radio Disney while supplies last! More great details TBA!

Once again, due to the size and spectrum of this popular event, no coolers will be permitted. All alcoholic beverages will need to be purchased from one of the establishments on Lark Street, and contained in an Official Event Cup. Cups will only be available at participating LarkFest establishments, located within Lark Street BID boundaries. Police and volunteers will be stationed at each entry point & throughout the festival to ensure compliance with the ground rules.

This event is sponsored by the following generous companies, please support them as they have made this event possible! Lark Street BID, Mayor Jerry Jennings & The City of Albany, EXIT 97.7fm, Heineken, CW15 & CBS6, Albany.com, AAA Hudson Valley, Bombers Burrito Bar, Metroland, Northway Toyota Scion, Camelot Print & Copy Center & Dunkin Donuts on Lark Street.

Looking forward to seeing you at LARKFEST 2013, Saturday September 21st! Volunteers needed & event sponsorship opportunities still available. For more information on LarkFest 2013 contact Lark Events, 518-336-LARK or email . For more information on the Lark Street Business Improvement District call 518-434-3861.

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About the Lark Street BID

The Lark Street Business Improvement District hosts several unique and exciting events to showcase the artists, musicians, shops, restaurants and other vendors that make the Capital Region so diverse. 2013 marks another monumental year for the Lark Street BID, who is celebrating the continued success of its programs serving the Lark Street Neighborhood through core services that enhance and promote a prosperous living and business community focusing on Neighborhood Safety, Marketing, Street Maintenance and Special Events.

www.larkfest2013.com