Boats and Bluegrass is a family friendly festival held on the Mississippi River in Winona, Minnesota.Boats and Bluegrass is a family friendly festival held on the Mississippi River in Winona, Minnesota. We pride ourselves in providing a fun, safe, and friendly festival environment. If you are looking for a laid-back festival with none of the large-fest hassles, this is your place.Full-weekend ticket purchase includes access to festival grounds, General Admission camping, and free boat rentals all weekend. All ticket levels are the same, the only difference is the price. Scoop em early to get the best deal :)All camping passes will go on sale January 1, 2025. If you are camping with an RV over 24’, you will need to purchase a reserved camping pass through Prairie Island Campground or visit https://www.boatsandbluegrass.com/reserved-campingKids 16 and under are free with paying adults. Rain or shine. Sorry, no refunds.For the safety of your pet and other festival attendees, pets are not allowed. Qualified service animals are allowed.

No cover–light fare available from 4:30pm to 9:30pm. Full-menu available until 8:30pm. Bar and table seating offered – NO RESERVATIONS Arne Fogel: Vocals Rick Carlson: Piano Maggie’s Piano Lounge is a warm, relaxed and inviting space featuring a variety of seasoned singers and piano players. No cover. Order all of your favorite Crooners drinks and dinner items, experience superb service, and enjoy the great music!

Dinner and drinks service starts 1 hour before showtimes. Sophisticated, Sultry and Emotive Join Erica West for an enchanting evening that promises to be a celebration of the sultry sounds of Jazz and R&B. This music will feature the powerful and emotive voices of legendary artists, including Nina Simone, Shirlee Horn, Sarah Vaughan, Lizz Wright, Rachelle Farrell, Diana Krall, Esperanza Spalding, Jill Scott and more creating a magical tapestry of music that transcends time. More than just a concert, this immersive experience highlights the strength and artistry of female vocalists from the 1940’s to the present day. Erica West: Vocals Jordan Hedlund: Piano Tim Zhorne: Drums Erik Yates: Bass Guitar In a uniquely captivating way, Erica brings a beautiful fusion of soulful, R&B, pop, jazz and blues inspired melodies to the microphone. But do not let her silky vocals fool you. Erica’s vocal style is both powerful and sultry influenced by female vocalists such as Barbara Streisand, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Nina Simone, Shirley Horn, Roberta Flack, Sarah Vaughan, Lizz Wright, Jill Scott, & Diana Krall. ericawestmusic.com

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins one hour before showtime. Cinematic, Singer-Songwriter-Pianist For the past year and a half, composer/pianist Scottie Miller has been cultivating his most ambitious music to date. He has teamed up with arranger/violinist Cierra Alise Hill who orchestrated his new album for the Budapest Scoring Orchestra. Scottie and his quartet will premiere his dramatic, film-score esque’ music here at Crooners. These songs “scream Broadway!” (Hans Zimmer meets Leonard Cohen.). Scottie Miller: Vocals, Piano Cierra Alise Hill: Violin, Cello Greg Schutte: Drums Dan Carpel: Double Bass Scottie Miller was named Bluebird Review’s “Artist Of The Year” and is a contributing songwriter for the 2024 Grammy®️ nominated album “Healing Time” by Ruthie Foster. He is a three-time inductee into the Minnesota Blues Hall Of Fame and is currently promoting his new album which features The Budapest Scoring Orchestra. “Scottie Miller, the dynamic pianist and singer-songwriter, is captivating audiences worldwide with his soulful melodies and masterful compositions. With a career spanning decades, Miller’s musical prowess has garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase.” – Phil Nusbaum scottiemiller.com

Dinner and cocktail seating and service begins 90 minutes before showtimes. An Evening of Soulful and Jazz Infused Music Described by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine as “a true master of the jazz art form,” Bruce Henry will perform fresh original music alongside fan favorites and inventive interpretations of beloved standards. Backed by an all-star ensemble of Twin Cities’ finest musicians, the show delivers an inspiring, high-energy mix of jazz, soul, funk, and global grooves. Expect a night that’s musically adventurous, emotionally stirring, and utterly unforgettable. Bruce A. Henry: Vocals Omar Abdulkarim: Trumpet Jeff Bailey: Bass Daryl Boudreaux: Percussion Dave Feily: Guitar Kavy Kaviraj: Keys Kevin Washington: Drums Pete Whitman: Sax Bruce A. Henry is an internationally acclaimed vocalist, composer, and educator known for his soul-stirring, three-octave voice that inspires and uplifts audiences around the world. His tone has been described as both powerful and tender—capable of moving effortlessly from spiritual depth to ecstatic joy. Bruce has, and has performed for audiences across the U.S., Europe, Africa, and Asia. He is celebrated for delivering performances that are both musically masterful and emotionally transcendent. In addition to his career as a performer, Bruce is a respected teaching artist and cultural historian who brings the rich legacy of African American music to life for audiences and students alike. “At one time the most recognizable male voice in Twin Cities” — Jazz Police www.bruceahenry.com This show is presented by KFAI

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