The third annual 80/35 presented by U.S. Cellular on July 3 and 4 in Des Moines’ Western Gateway Park is tomorrow! This year the festival will feature more than 40 national, regional, and local acts, performing on three stages — one main stage in a gated paid area and two free side stages, including a new DJ/Hip-hop stage.
Get tickets to take advantage of the entire festival or enjoy a variety of activities in the free area. Outside of the great music, there will be interactive art, kids activities, non-profit booths, a wide variety of food, dozens of street performers, a Natural Living Zone, and much more available in the free area. Full details available at 80-35.com/details/activities-and-attractions.
FREE AREA HIGHLIGHTS
MUSIC
Two free stages – Kum & Go Stage featuring national, regional, and local acts from 12pm-9pm on Saturday and Sunday and Mediacom Stage featuring regional and local DJ and Hip-Hop acts from 4pm-12am on Saturday and Sunday.
VENDORS
Food: A wide variety of food vendors, including Hardenbrook Concessions (corndogs, breaded tenderloins, chicken/veggie grinders), Los Primos (Mexican), Alohana Hawaiian Grill (egg rolls, Hawaiian chicken on a stick), When Pigs Fly (BBQ), Scornovacca’s Ristorante (pizza, Italian grinders), Papa John’s (pizza), J’s Pita Grill (pitas), Olde Main Brewing Co. & Restaurant (burgers, sandwiches), Karam’s Grill (kabobs, chocolate covered strawberries), Nadine & Dad’s BBQ (pulled pork, turkey legs), Uncle David’s Mini Donuts (mini donuts), Tropical Snow (Hawaiian shaved ice), and Sapore Pizza (pizza, gluten-free salad). Food prices will vary.
Beer: Ames-based Olde Main Brewing Co. will provide microbrews at the festival including Long Face Amber Ale, Off KILTer Scottish Ale, Clone Pale Ale, Dinkey Wheat, and Gryphonbrau Lager. Beers will sell for $5 each or 5 for $20.
Wine: Jasper Winery will provide Iowa wines. Wine will sell for $5 each or 5 for $20.
Merch: Official 80/35 merch designed by Saturday Mfg. (including t-shirts, posters) and band merch will be available for purchase.
ACTIVITIES
Meet ‘n Greets: Meet and get autographs from 80/35 bands. Schedule and participating bands TBA.
Meredith DIY Craft Fair: Browse for purses, jewelry, and many handmade goods on Saturday from 12pm – 6pm
Dahl’s Kids Zone: Bring down the kiddies for an inflatable play area and several interactive activities from 12pm-6pm on Saturday and Sunday.
YPC Do More Village: A hub for showcasing all things Des Moines featuring interactive exhibits and unique demonstrations, all provided by local organizations. Visit ypcdsm.com for more details.
Natural Living Village: The Natural Living Village is sponsored by Iowa’s Water & Land Legacy. There will be demonstrations in the Home & Garden, Health & Wellness and Green Building marketplace. We will highlight local resources and services providing central Iowans with choices for green and healthy living.
TICKETS
Discount advance tickets are available at MidwesTIX.com at $60 for two-day passes, $35 for one-day passes, and $175 VIP until Saturday morning at 10am. Day of tickets will sell at the gate for $80 two-day, $40 one-day, and VIP will not be available.
[...] You can purchase tickets with cash or credit card at the Ticketing Tent located on 13th street just north of Locust for $80 two-day or $40 one-day. Or just come down to enjoy the free area activities. [...]