Mammoth Music and Arts Festival to Debut in Newport This Weekend

The event will feature musical performances across a range of genres, from punk and hip-hop to Kentucky’s bluegrass and country roots.

Sep 25, 2024 at 11:57 am
Spiderhand will perform at the Hofbräuhaus Lounge at the Southgate House Revival at 6 p.m. Sunday.
Spiderhand will perform at the Hofbräuhaus Lounge at the Southgate House Revival at 6 p.m. Sunday. Photo: Shane Lamb

Mammoth Music and Arts Festival is premiering this Sunday, Sept. 29 in Newport to celebrate local and regional music and art.

The event will feature musical performances across a range of genres, from punk and hip-hop to Kentucky’s bluegrass and country roots. Additionally, interactive activities such as “The Jockey Club” — a punk rock trip down memory lane; The Bourbon Experience presented by New Riff Distilling; art vendors; street performers; and more will be available for participants.

The festival will also offer a range of local food and drink options from restaurants and breweries, including 16 Lots, Newport Pizza Company, Shiners on the Levee and more.

“Supporting and participating in the inaugural Mammoth Music Festival is a natural extension of our commitment to the Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati Community,” said New Riff CEO Hannah Lowen in a press release.

The event will take place this Sunday from 1-8 p.m. on Sixth Street between Monmouth and Saratoga streets. In addition to the festival, there will be an After Fest at select local businesses from 8-11 p.m. The festival is free to all attendees.

Learn more about the Mammoth Music and Arts Festival at mammothnewport.com.