Those who appreciate live folk and country music can attend the Banjo Fest 2019, located in the American Banjo Museum. The event will be hosted from September 5 –7, 2019, from 6:00 PM to 9 PM each day. Guests can enjoy informal performances with plenty of parties, jamming, and fun in a lively setting.
“Each year we strive to honor banjo’s best of the best from both the past and the present and this year is no exception,” said executive director of the American Banjo Museum, Johnny Baier.
The event will honor the 2019 American Banjo Museum Hall of Fame Inductees, which includes Jimmy Mazzy, Alison Brown, Janet Davis, Buddy Wachter, Lee “Plink” Floyd,” Bob Carlin, Gary “Biscuit” Davis, Debbie Schreyer & Tom Owens, and Johnny Baier. According to oudaily.com, attendees can also learn about the history of the banjo and view hundreds of instruments on display.
Admission starts at $25 with full-weekend packages available.
Finding a Place to Stay
Attendees who are looking to stay at new hotels in OKC can book a room at Hyatt Place Oklahoma City/Bricktown, which has a convenient downtown location. Staying at the hotel places guests right by the trendy Bricktown and Deep Deuce District. The hotel offers modern furnishings with rooms that include a 42-inch swiveling HDTV, Hyatt Grand beds, and great views that open to a panoramic look at the OKC skyline. The Skirvin Hilton is another excellent choice. Representing over 100 years of luxury service, this iconic hotel offers guests a memorable experience right in the heart of Oklahoma City’s beautiful downtown.
Don’t Forget About the Food
Those who want to indulge in the culture of Oklahoma City and dine at a popular establishment should visit Toby Keith’s I Love this Bar & Grill for classic American eats and occasional live music. Bricktown Brewery is another hot spot that stands out for its craft beers that pair perfectly with pizza and burgers.
Anyone who is looking for southern classics can dine at Charleston’s where fried chicken and waffles or pot roast are always available in a relaxed and casual setting. While eating at the location, guests can enjoy viewing the sports paraphernalia and historical mementos on display on the walls. Deep Deuce Grill is also available for those who want an energetic environment to eat in where the game is always on throughout the week. Everything from shrimp tacos to mac and cheese is on the menu.
Things to do Outside Banjo Fest
When you’re not spending time at the Banjo Fest 2019 during the week, catch a live game at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark, which first opened its doors in 1998. The ballpark is centrally located in the city. The Oklahoma City Dodgers are fighting for their playoff lives right now and sure to put on a great show.
Both children and adults will also enjoy a visit to the Oklahoma City Zoo, where they can get a glimpse of over 1,900 animal species that call the zoo home. Everything from lions, tigers, and bears are on offer, with live shows hosted each day. Frontier City Amusement Park is an additional family-friendly establishment with Old West thrills that includes a wooden roller coaster and live reenactments.