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Pennsylvania Blues Festival brings Shemekia Copeland, Lil’ Ed, and 15 other acts to Split Rock Resort on July 24-26

Pennsylvania Blues Festival brings Shemekia Copeland, Lil’ Ed, and 15 other acts to Split Rock Resort on July 24-26
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From a press release:

The Pennsylvania Blues Festival will showcase a weekend of world-class music featuring 17 national and international acts from throughout the United States and Canada over the weekend of July 24-26 at Split Rock Resort in Lake Harmony.

Headlining Saturday, July 25 is the “Queen of the Blues,” superstar Shemekia Copeland, and headlining Sunday, July 26 is Chicago’s king of houserockin’ blues,” Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials, as well as another 15 amazing artists that will perform on a concert stage in a spacious amphitheater and a tent stage for up close and personal performances.

Several thousand music fans will make their annual pilgrimage to Split Rock Resort and travel from 25 states and throughout Canada for an unforgettable weekend of music, food, and fellowship. This event is an annual reunion not to be missed.

“The setting at Split Rock Resort is perfect for this national event,” states Michael Cloeren, the award-winning founder and producer of this event since 1992. Hundreds of on-site rooms, indoor showcases, outside plush festival grounds, shady groves, dozens of food and non-food vendors located on pristine grounds make this a must-attend event.

“The timing is perfect, as this fabulous resort has completely renovated this facility and is ready to welcome music fans with open arms.”

“The Lake Harmony businesses and surrounding communities are very excited to have this great event return to Lake Harmony. The last weekend of July remains the place to be for blues music fans who travel far and wide to see this nationally recognized event that we are honored to host,” Managing Director of Split Rock Resort S. Lee Bowden added.

Tickets range from $30-$70, not including VIP packages. For all ticket, artist, and lodging info and directions, visit pabluesfestival.com.