The Music is Art Festival will be happening at Buffalo's Outer Harbor after organizers faced challenges to host it at the AKG.
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The organizers for the Music is Art Festival have announced that there will be a change in locations for the upcoming fall event. Originally the festival was going to be held at the AKG but now will be held at Buffalo's Outer Harbor.
Organizers said that the change was due to challenges that stood in the way of having the festival on the AKG's grounds.
"They just weren't familiar with the situation we had running, so the very last thing we want to do is make this less than it's been, you know, and so after some discussions, we decided that it was probably best for us to find another place, and we had been courted by the good folks down at the Outer Harbor. They were hoping that maybe we'd come down there next year, and it's amazing down there. Unbelievable amount of room, " said Robby Takac, Music Is Art Founder.
"Every point that you turn, there's going to be something else going on. Music Is Art has a lot of big ideas for how this space can be used, going to be so many stages set up, different bands, different places that you can interact with music and art and just see everything that we have to offer both at the Outer Harbor and through this festival," said Lauren Ford, Buffalo Waterfront General Manager.
"The campus down there really gave us, you know, the opportunity to spread out, and it's really a great mixture of, you know, the waterfront, and the exciting things that are happening down there. Even the nature trails and such that are down there really presented a unique opportunity for us to display art," said Robby Takac.
In a press release the group said "In order to present WNY with the experience that it has come to expect with our annual festival, we are beyond excited to announce that the AKG and BSU will be joining us at our new location on September 21st, 2024 at the NEW location for our annual Music is Art Festival, Buffalo’s newest concert venue Terminal B, the neighboring Lakeside Lawn, and Buffalo’s Outer Harbor."
The event will be happening on Saturday, September 21 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Admission and parking are both free for those attending.
Looking to learn more? Visit www.musicisart.org/festival
MIA FEST ‘24 MOVES TO BUFFALO’S OUTER HARBORAfter months of planning, Music is Art Festival organizers and AKG staff have agreed that too many challenges stand in the way of presenting our annual music festival on the grounds of Buffalo's AKG and Buffalo State University without compromising the energy and character of the event.
In order to present WNY with the experience that it has come to expect with our annual festival, we are beyond excited to announce that the AKG and BSU will be joining us at our new location on September 21st, 2024 at the NEW location for our annual Music is Art Festival, Buffalo’s newest concert venue Terminal B, the neighboring Lakeside Lawn, and Buffalo’s Outer Harbor.
With nearly 17 acres of lakefront grounds to host 26 stages with hundreds of musical acts, dancers, DJs, performance artists, over 50 displaying artists, dozens of live art installations, circus arts, kids activities, food trucks, vendors and libations, Buffalo’s Outer Harbor and Terminal B provides a perfectly amazing canvas to showcase our WNY creative community.
Ample free and paid parking options for nearly 2,000 cars, along with shuttle services, bike accommodations and VIP experiences will all be available.
WHAT: The 22nd Annual Music is Art Festival
WHEN: Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 11am - 11pm
WHERE: Terminal B, Lakeside Lawn, and Buffalo’s Outer Harbor
ADMISSION: ABSOLUTELY FREE
The Music is Art Festival strives to be a beacon of artistic expression and a truly inclusive cultural gathering in Buffalo showcasing the vibrant energy and diverse talents of the local and regional art and music scene. As we continue to prepare to present our annual event, we are filled with excitement and anticipation for what this year's festival will bring.
Stay tuned for more announcements regarding the lineups, VIP ticket information, and special events leading up to the festival. For more information about the Music is Art Festival, including how to participate or attend, please visit our website at www.musicisart.org/festival #MiAFest24
Posted by Music Is Art on Monday, July 1, 2024
