Here, you will find a great deal of information about the festival and our
grounds.
The Podunk Bluegrass Music Festival will celebrate its 13th year with one of
its most outstanding line-ups to date. The festival will run from Thursday,
July 31st through Sunday, August 3rd at Martin Park in East Hartford, Connecticut.
People always ask, "How nice can this festival be if it's in a city?".
But once you arrive at Martin Park, you will find all the city sounds melt away
and the mature park keeps the city sounds out and the bluegrass in.
 The
blue and white tent in the upper right corner is in
the back of the concert area and used for those wishing
to have plenty of shade during the sunny afternoon sets.
The small tents to the left in the back are the entrance into the concert
area.
 In
2006, we added a large Cantina tent in the concert area
that people are able to sit under and enjoy the great
food served. We even had a place that people set their
chairs for the day to enjoy the music.
General Information
Thursday join us for the first night of bluegrass music in East Hartford's Martin
Park, located off Burnside Avenue. There is no admission fee for East Hartford
Residents. The festival kicks into high gear on Friday and Saturday with great
acoustic music from our main stage all day long.
 Where
The Land Is Flat, But The Music Never Is..
Pictured here is an aerial view of the festival grounds taken in 2001. In the
center of the picture, is our main stage area with open seating. To the left
is our parking area and main entrance off of Hillside Street. In the upper right
corner is our camp grounds with the pool located just below where we have swimming
for our campers and showers are available. The street pictured at the bottom
is Burnside Ave. This is the entrance for our campers.
The camping area is just a short walk to the stage.
 What
Else Is Happening?
There will be a series of free workshops, traditional crafts, storytelling,
jam sessions, open stage band time, and a great variety of food available. We
also will offer children's entertainment and a children's activity area.
 Plenty
of Field Picking
Bring your instrument and join in at the camping grounds and under
the family tent for some good old fashion picking! Plenty of chances to play
into the wee hours!
 Rules
and Regulations
- YOU MUST WEAR YOUR WRISTBAND AT ALL TIMES. There will be people checking
and anyone without a band will be asked to leave.
- Tents and Umbrellas are restricted to the rear of the concert area.
- NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES in the concert area.
- No selling except by approved vendors.
- We ask that you leave the campgrounds by 12:00 Noon Monday morning.
- Cars must be parked in designated areas. One car is allowed in camping area
except those pulling trailer or campers with tents.
- No bicycle riding or wagons in the concert area. No overnight parking in
field is allowed. Cars will be towed.
- All dogs must be on a leash. If "Rover" doesn't get along with
others leave him home! Again this year dogs will not be allowed in the concert
area. There is plenty of good viewing from the hill which is shaded. We will
also try to have water available for your pooch.
- Parents/Guardians must be responsible for children at all times. Children
and parents will be asked to leave festival, if children are not being attended
to.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult when using the pool.
- Thank you for all your continued support of the festival.
Where To Park?
Plentiful parking is available next to Martin Park off Hillside Street for just
$3.00 per car. Cars left in the parking lot after 12 midnight will be towed.
RV parking without hookups is also available in the park. However, parking space
for RV’s is based on first come first served and should be secured by
ordering camping tickets in advance.
Need More Information?
Complete festival information may be found on our Contact
Information page or by calling the East Hartford Parks and Recreation at
(860) 528-1458.
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