Peace, Love and Music: Houston Country, Folk & Blues Festival Coming to Katy in April
On April 20, Katy will be pulsating with the beats of multiple music genres at the Houston Country, Folk, & Blues Festival. From 10:30 AM to 9:30 PM, this festival promises an uplifting day of music, delicious food, shopping and more for all audiences.
The festival, hosted on the lawn of the Houston Community College - Katy Campus, will feature awe-inspiring performances by national recording artists throughout the day, right into the evening. The star-studded performance line-up includes:
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11:30 AM
Jones Family Singers (From: Houston, TX)
Winner - Houston Gospel Music Awards
Multiple Stellar Awards
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12:30 PM
Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame
Multiple Stellar Awards
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1:30 PM
Matt Castillo (From: Brownsville, TX)
2023 Grand Ole Opry Headliner
2022 Texas Country Music Association Male Artist of The Year
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3:30 PM
Chris Duarte (From: San Antonio, TX)
Multiple Billboard #1 Albums - Blues
Member American Blues Music Hall of Fame
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5:30 PM
Frank Ray (From: Las Cruces, NM)
2023 CMA Music Festival
2023 Consecutive Billboard Top Ten Country singles
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7:30 PM
Craig Wayne Boyd (From: Dallas, TX)
2022 Grammy Awards - Country
2015 NBC's The Voice - Winner
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But it's not just about the music. Visitors can delve into a unique shopping experience at the Artists Market, overflowing with the crafts of more than 80 talented visual artists. From mesmerizing paintings and professional photography to stained-glass creations and eye-catching handmade jewelry, expect to find a treasure trove of crafts, candles, and gifts.
What's a festival without delectable food? The Taste of Texas Food Garden will offer an array of gourmet cuisine, perfectly complemented with a selection of cold craft beer and wine.
And for lovers of all things fresh and organic, the Farmers Fresh Market will have everything from crisp fruits and vegetables, tasty jams and sauces, to potted plants and boutique clothing. It truly is a shopper's paradise, staffed by the friendliest small business folks in Texas.
The best part of it all, early bird admission is only $5, and children under 12 get in free. And yes, even parking is free! However, please be aware that tickets are exclusively available online and will not be sold at the gate.
And if that's not enough to entice you, how about the chance to walk away with a Fender CD-60SCE Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar? Two lucky winners will have the opportunity to win either a Natural or All-Mahogany version of this guitar at the festival.
So, gather your lawn chairs and blankets and join us for a day of peace, love, and music. Please leave your pets and coolers at home. This promises to be a family-friendly event that you won't want to miss. Secure your tickets here. For more information about the Houston Country, Folk, & Blues Festival, visit houstonfolkfestival.com.
By Tiffany Krenek, My Neighborhood News 
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Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region. |
