Music festivals bring people together. It is surely a party, but it is also the thin string that brings together like minded individuals, to stand together for a single cause. Raising a toast to the wonderful music. At John Hartfort Memorial Campout, you do not only attend a concern. You can even camp, while at it. Experience the sensation like no other. Bring your family and friends along.
How do you enter?
There are no paid tickets for the event. The visitors just need to pay for the camping site to participate. Get on to the website for information on camping and the process of making reservations.
The Host
The host is the Campground and Bill Monroe Music Park. Only the generous donations of the fans have made this occasion possible. We thank you all for your immense support, and sharing our love for music. Only your generosity has led up to this event. With the new normal in place, things are getting better. The 2022 John Hartford Memorial Festival will be like the better times, we hope.
We are taking COVID precautions
We are concerned for your health and taking all the precautions to make sure that the attendees are safe from the virus. All the health procedures will be followed at the festival, and the stringent guidelines should be adhered to. Find out about the complete guidelines on the website. BillMonrowMusicPark.com
All the highlights of the event
A ten-inch barrier will be around the stage. Don’t worry; it is safe. Putting on a face mask is recommended when you are moving away from your group, even if you are from the state of Indiana. Though the mask rule has been lifted, we recommend you continue. Wear the facemask in the areas of the food vending, jam circles, restrooms, and at any indoor area, that might lead to interaction with others.
This is only to keep you safe and everybody else comfortable too. All the social distancing normal must be strictly followed when seating for the concert. Avoid sitting in the chairs belonging to the others. Please be careful about leaving the items unattended. All the chairs will have to be removed every night from the concert area. If you have a golf cart, there is a designated golf cart parking available for you. For eating purposes, use the pavilion. We have a strict rule about no smoking or vaping in the concert area. All these regulations will help you be comfortable while keeping others comfortable too.
Our dear John Hotze
Our founder who was a true visionary, John Hotze, passed away on March 29th, 2021. John worked hard to bring together the kindred souls to preserve music in a unique manner of gathering. The John Hartford Memorial Festival is one such gathering, and it fulfils his vision.