| How do I purchase tickets? | |||
| Beginning June 1st tickets will be available online, at the Food Bank and at these outlets: | |||
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Dave's Music Mine (East Carson Street) - (412) 488-8800. |
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| What is the deal with FREE Friday? | |||
| Thanks to the generosity of First Commonwealth, admission on Friday, July 25th is FREE with a bag of non-perishable grocery items to donate to the Food Bank. We say "a bag" - so please be as generous as possible and bring a couple items per person. Children 12 and under are always free, but consider having them bring some items, too. | |||
| What are Blues Bucks? | |||
| Blues Bucks are used in place of cash to purchase popcorn and beverages - and beer too! 100% of the proceeds from Blues Bucks benefit the Food Bank. | |||
| How do I get to Hartwood Acres? | |||
| Click here for a Google map to Hartwood Acres. | |||
| Are there places to stay near Hartwood Acres? | |||
| Yes. Check out the Holiday Inn at nearby RIDC Park: 412-963-0600, and Super 8 Motel – Pittsburgh Harmarville: 412-828-8900. FYI: Allegheny County does not allow camping or RV's at Hartwood Acres over night. There are several tent and RV camping grounds within an hour's drive of Hartwood, in Beaver, Butler, and Westmoreland Counties. | |||
| Where do I park and how much does it cost? | |||
| Parking at Hartwood Acres is FREE - parking signs and volunteers will direct you. | |||
| What should I bring? | |||
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Photo ID - proof of age necessary if you wish to consume alcohol - all IDs will be checked at the gate. | ||
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Lawn chairs and blankets - Come early to get a good spot - first come first served! | ||
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Weather gear - umbrella? Poncho? The Festival goes on rain or shine! (Limited tent seating available) | ||
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A sweater or jacket for later? | ||
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You may bring a camera, but reproducing and/or selling pictures of artists is prohibited - please refrain from taking flash pictures. | ||
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Bring the family - children 12 and under enter free! | ||
| • | Remember to bring non-perishable food items to donate to the Food Bank - although donations are welcome any time, bring them Friday night and get in FREE! | ||
| What shouldn't I bring? | |||
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Recording devices | ||
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Personal coolers, food, or beverages - funds raised at the Pittsburgh Blues Festival, including revenue from some food and beverage sales, goes to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. There will be plenty to eat and drink for everyone at reasonable prices! | ||
| Is Hartwood Acres handicapped accessible? | |||
| Yes, including bathrooms and some paved paths. | |||
| What kind of activities are there for children? | |||
| Plenty of kids activities will be available in the KidZone sponsored by Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh of UPMC and UPMC Health Plan - check out the family page for details. This year we are also offering a Family Fun Pack - with discounts on tickets, food and souvenirs. Please note, parents must accompany children in the KidZone. | |||
| How can I volunteer at the Blues Festival? | |||
| Volunteer opportunities will be posted on this website by June 1st, please check back for details and to apply! | |||
| Can I become a Blues Festival vendor? | |||
| Yes, but you need to contact Patty at the Food Bank for information on becoming a vendor. Click here to email Patty or call her at (412) 460-3663 x209. | |||
| Would it be a Food Bank event without a food drive? | |||
| ABSOLUTELY NOT! Bring your non-perishable food donations to get in free on Friday night. And food donations (no glass please) are always welcome any time during the festival. | |||
proceeds benefit greater pittsburgh community food bank © 2007
For more information, call THE BLUES HOTLINE at (412) 460-BLUE
