Something To Do In Casper-Nic Fest
As us Casperites gear up for a short summer, we want to squeeze as much fun into as little time as possible. Whether it's spending every waking moment at Alcova, hitting the links, or just soaking up as much sun as possible...we want to be outside. This week's installment of "Something To Do In Casper" features a great, free weekend long event that really is fun for all ages (I know, an overused-and sometimes not entirely true-cliche, but it fits in this case). Check the end of this article for a couple more things you may find interesting and fun.
And now...
Nic Fest 2011
Every year, the good folks at the Nicolaysen Art Museum host a 3 day event that features artists of all kinds, a beer garden, food vendors, and killer live music. Now, granted, not all music may be for everybody, but I think...no, I guarantee you'll find at least one act that will expand your musical tastes in a positive way. One thing I've learned over the years is, if you're stuck in one genre, you're missing out. From opening night headliner Hamilton Loomis, to the final act, not one of these shows will be a disappointment. With all of that said, here's the scoop:
What:
NIC Fest is the Nicolaysen Art Museum’s three-day, annual community art festival that attracts more than 15,000 visitors interested in seeing the great art (paintings, drawings, sculptures, photography, jewelry, and more) being showcased and sold by dozens of artists from across the country. There's also continuous live music and entertainment, a family area with activities for "kids" of all ages, a community marketplace showcasing local organizations and business, and much more! Bands, in order...
Friday, June 24
5-7 p.m. - Rojo Caliente
7-9 p.m. - Hamilton Loomis
Saturday, June 25
9 a.m.-9:50 a.m. - Cliff & Danny
10:20 a.m.-11:10 a.m. - Suzanna Morrison
11:40 a.m.-12:30 p.m. - Without Direction
1 p.m.-1:50 p.m. - Dan Sherrill
3 p.m.-4 p.m. - Cory McDaniel and The Crew
4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. - John Kirlin & the High Plains Drifters
6 p.m.-8 p.m. - Davina and The Vagabonds
Sunday, June 26
10 a.m.-10:50 a.m. - Tom Coryell & Bob Sellers
11:20 a.m.-12:10 p.m. - Rob Staffig
12:40 p.m.-1:30 p.m. - Six Gun Dead
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. - Dang Ol’ Boys
4 p.m.-6 p.m. - The Yampa Valley Boys
When:
Friday, June 24th through Sunday, June 26th
Where:
The Nicolaysen Art Museum And Discovery Center
400 E. Collins
Casper, WY 82601
Who’s Invited:
Everyone! Well, everyone who enjoys a good time
How Much?:
For the low, low cost of FREE, you and your family/friends can enjoy an entire weekend in Casper
Why You Should Go:
Well, let's see. Beer garden, car show, artists, beer garden, live music, food, beer garden, nice weather...and, of course, the beer garden
Web Sites And Info:
you can also check out a great story from our own Brooke Eades here
Other stuff coming up
Just a couple quick notes about other things going on soon...
The Platte-A-Palooza in Casper, Wyoming, is a community river festival organized by a committee of local kayakers and rafters. Happens Saturday, June 25th
Casper Ghosts baseball kick off their home season Tuesday, June 28th at Mike Lansing Field. Hit the link for all dates, times, and ticket prices. You can also hear all 76 games at our sister station, AM 1400 ESPN, or stream them live here
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