Stagecoach
California's Premier Country Music Festival - Empire Polo Field - Indio, California
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11/06/2008
2009 Stagecoach Festival Line Up Announced!
STAGECOACH 2009:RETURNS SATURDAY, APRIL 25 AND SUNDAY, APRIL 26;
KENNY CHESNEY, BRAD PAISLEY, REBA AND KID ROCK
CONFIRMED AS HEADLINERS FOR THIRD ANNUAL
CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED FESTIVAL AT THE
EMPIRE POLO CLUB IN INDIO, CA;
CALIFORNIA'S COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL
INCLUDES BBQ COOKOFF COMPETITION, ENHANCED RV AREA AND MORE
Having seen its audience double in size from 2007 to 2008, STAGECOACH: California's Country Music Festival-Powered by Toyota Tundra returns to the California desert, Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26. The beautiful Empire Polo Club in Indio, CA, once again plays host to an impressive lineup featuring some of the top talent in the country music world today including headliners Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney, Reba and Kid Rock.
The initial STAGECOACH 2009 line-up, representing a broad range of musical styles, includes Little Big Town, Miranda Lambert, Poco (Richie Furay, Jim Messina, Rusty Young, Paul Cotton, Jack Sundrud and George Lawrence), Charlie Daniels Band, Darius Rucker, Earl Scruggs, Chris Cagle, Lady Antebellum, Reverend Horton Heat, Jerry Jeff Walker, Ricky Skaggs, Ralph Stanley, Lynn Anderson, Doyle Lawson, Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band, Danielle Peck, Dale Watson, Zac Brown Band, The Duhks, Waddie Mitchell, Randy Houser, Hot Club of Cowtown and James Intveld.
Alongside the wide variety of musical options--the critically acclaimed gathering features artists from the genres of mainstream country, bluegrass, folk, roots rock and alt-country in three performance areas--concert-goers will experience a weekend of fun for the entire family. STAGECOACH also includes a leading BBQ competition and expanded camping area with amenities exclusive to campers.
Last year's Kansas City BBQ Society(KCBS) sanctioned Stagecoach Invitational BBQ Championship cook-off featured nearly 50 teams from across America competing for the official KCBS California state championship. By purchasing a five “taste ticket” pack, concert-goers experienced a variety of BBQ choices including chicken, tri tip, ribs and beans. Each taste ticket includes the ability to cast one vote for their favorite team.
Due to overwhelming demand, the STAGECOACH RV camping was also expanded last year to accommodate the number of music fans who chose to stay on site; more than 4000 RVs filled the area. Some of last year's camping amenities included: WiFi access, an internet and re-charge tent, a 21-and-over clubhouse and cantina with Bloody Mary breakfasts, rest rooms with showers, potable water trucks and holding tanks. Festival attendees staying in the RV and camping area were allowed “in & out” privileges throughout the weekend.
In just two years, STAGECOACH has joined the ranks of top U.S. destination festivals. The Los Angeles Times (5/6/08) noted: “Stagecoach brought an impressively wide range of performers together across its three stages: young and old, mainstream and fringe, traditional and experimental…The talent lineup also tested the limits of what defines 'country' music.” USA Today (5/5/08) said STAGECOACH has “found a national identity…on the same polo field as the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.” And the Orange County Register (5/3/08) added, “Stagecoach…should be considered a smashing success. Indeed, years from now this second outing may be viewed as the turning point for the budding Americana monolith…The achievement of this year's three-day and more rock-embracing Stagecoach, however, is much more significant. It has proven that a refined, downscaled (yet in other ways expanded) version of that concept can become every bit as much an eagerly anticipated cornucopia as its sister festival has been for years.”
Tickets for STAGECOACH go on sale Friday, November 14 at 10:00 AM (PT) at all Ticketmaster locations. Ticket prices start at just $99.00 for two-day passes. A variety of reserved seating, camping and RV packages are also available; to view a complete breakdown of available ticketing and onsite camping/RV options, please visit www.Stagecoachfestival.com. STAGECOACH is produced by Goldenvoice, The Messina Group and Moore Entertainment Group. For up-to-the-minute information on STAGECOACH, visit www.stagecoachfestival.com. STAGECOACH is sponsored by Toyota Tundra and Budweiser.
Here's some additional critical feedback on last year's STAGECOACH:
Desert Sun (5/6/08): “The Stagecoach Country Music Festival found an identity this weekend as a showcase for the many voices of America's regional music…The three Stagecoach stages were filled this weekend with nontraditional acts, such as The Eagles, John Fogerty and Mike Ness of Social Distortion, who anchored the roots-oriented Mustang Stage on Friday.”
Riverside Press Enterprise (5/3/08): “The second annual Stagecoach Country Music Festival has wrapped, but the event was filled with magical moments--from the Eagles' playing "Hotel California" to the Judds' reunion. And through it all there were activities for the kids, more than 50 artists and even a little bit of edginess from the Mane Stage.”
10/06/2008
2009 Stagecoach Festival Dates Confirmed
COACHELLA VALLEY MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL 2009SET FOR APRIL 17, 18 AND 19;
STAGECOACH:
CALIFORNIA'S COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL
TO TAKE PLACE THE FOLLOWING WEEKEND,
SATURDAY, APRIL 25 AND SUNDAY, APRIL 26
Goldenvoice has confirmed the dates for this year's COACHELLA VALLEY MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL--Friday, April 17, Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19--to be followed a weekend later by STAGECOACH: California’s Country Music Festival, set for Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26. The two critically acclaimed events will again take place at the breathtakingly beautiful Empire Polo Field in Indio, CA, the same grounds where the COACHELLA VALLEY MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL debuted in 1999.
Additional details about both the STAGECOACH and COACHELLA line-ups and ticket sales will be available in the coming months.
02/13/2008
EAGLES HEADLINING - FRIDAY NIGHT ADDED
THE EAGLES ADDED TO STAGECOACH 2008
BAND WILL HEADLINE NEWLY ADDED
THIRD DAY (FRIDAY, MAY 2)
OF SECOND ANNUAL FESTIVAL
The EAGLES will headline the newly added third day (Friday, May 2) of the STAGECOACH Country Music Festival…Powered by Toyota Tundra in Indio, CA, May 2, 3 and 4, joining an already power-packed line-up at the Empire Polo Field that includes Rascal Flatts, Tim McGraw, the Judds, Carrie Underwood and Big & Rich.
The Eagles--Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Joe Walsh and Timothy B. Schmit--will perform current hits from their new album, Long Road Out of Eden, including the Grammy-award winning “How Long” (“Best Country Performance by Duo or Group”) and “Busy Being Fabulous,” as well as classic songs from their 30-year career.
The Friday STAGECOACH line-up will also include performances from John Fogerty, Trisha Yearwood, Shelby Lynne, Glen Campbell & Family, Shooter Jennings, Rissi Palmer, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Chuck Wicks, Sons Of The San Joaquin and Don Edwards. More than 50 acts of various musical genres--mainstream country, bluegrass, folk, roots rock and alt-country--will perform on four stages (Mane, Palomino, Appaloosa and Mustang) over the three-day weekend.
Music fans who already purchased STAGECOACH tickets will be contacted directly and offered advance single Friday general admission upgrades for $65, plus applicable fees or single day reserved upgrades for $195, plus applicable fees. Upgrades will be available now through February 22. Additionally, three-day general admission passes will go on sale beginning today for $249 plus applicable fees. Three-day reserved seating will go on sale Tuesday, February 19 at 12 Noon (PT) for $585 plus applicable fees. Those who purchased RV and camping reservations will now have the ability to check in beginning at 8:00 PM on Wednesday, April 30, at no additional cost. In addition, the Eagles have teamed up with iloveallaccess.com to offer the ultimate fan experience for the upcoming Stagecoach festival featuring a variety of VIP ticket packages. For more details go to www.eaglesband.com.
For additional information on tickets, camping or RV reservations, please visit www.Stagecoachfestival.com. STAGECOACH 2008 sponsors include Borders Books & Music, Bootbarn, Home Depot and El Monte RV.
BAND WILL HEADLINE NEWLY ADDED
THIRD DAY (FRIDAY, MAY 2)
OF SECOND ANNUAL FESTIVAL
The EAGLES will headline the newly added third day (Friday, May 2) of the STAGECOACH Country Music Festival…Powered by Toyota Tundra in Indio, CA, May 2, 3 and 4, joining an already power-packed line-up at the Empire Polo Field that includes Rascal Flatts, Tim McGraw, the Judds, Carrie Underwood and Big & Rich.
The Eagles--Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Joe Walsh and Timothy B. Schmit--will perform current hits from their new album, Long Road Out of Eden, including the Grammy-award winning “How Long” (“Best Country Performance by Duo or Group”) and “Busy Being Fabulous,” as well as classic songs from their 30-year career.
The Friday STAGECOACH line-up will also include performances from John Fogerty, Trisha Yearwood, Shelby Lynne, Glen Campbell & Family, Shooter Jennings, Rissi Palmer, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Chuck Wicks, Sons Of The San Joaquin and Don Edwards. More than 50 acts of various musical genres--mainstream country, bluegrass, folk, roots rock and alt-country--will perform on four stages (Mane, Palomino, Appaloosa and Mustang) over the three-day weekend.
Music fans who already purchased STAGECOACH tickets will be contacted directly and offered advance single Friday general admission upgrades for $65, plus applicable fees or single day reserved upgrades for $195, plus applicable fees. Upgrades will be available now through February 22. Additionally, three-day general admission passes will go on sale beginning today for $249 plus applicable fees. Three-day reserved seating will go on sale Tuesday, February 19 at 12 Noon (PT) for $585 plus applicable fees. Those who purchased RV and camping reservations will now have the ability to check in beginning at 8:00 PM on Wednesday, April 30, at no additional cost. In addition, the Eagles have teamed up with iloveallaccess.com to offer the ultimate fan experience for the upcoming Stagecoach festival featuring a variety of VIP ticket packages. For more details go to www.eaglesband.com.
For additional information on tickets, camping or RV reservations, please visit www.Stagecoachfestival.com. STAGECOACH 2008 sponsors include Borders Books & Music, Bootbarn, Home Depot and El Monte RV.
11/12/2007
Line Up Announced!
STAGECOACH 2008:
COUNTRY MUSIC SUPERSTARS
TIM MCGRAW, RASCAL FLATTS,
BIG & RICH AND CARRIE UNDERWOOD,
ALONG WITH A SPECIAL
ONE-NIGHT-ONLY PERFORMANCE FROM
THE JUDDS
HIGHLIGHT ACTS CONFIRMED FOR
CALIFORNIA’S COUNTRY MUSIC FESTIVAL
SATURDAY, MAY 3 AND SUNDAY, MAY 4
AT EMPIRE POLO FIELD IN INDIO, CA
Rascal Flatts, Tim McGraw, Big & Rich, Carrie Underwood and, in a special one-night-only performance, the Judds are among the list of acts confirmed for the 2008 STAGECOACH Country Music Festival powered by Toyota Tundra.
Following its successful debut in 2007 when more than 55,000 music fans of all ages turned out for the festival, the critically acclaimed event will return to the Empire Polo Field in Indio, CA, Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4. It will once again follow the annual COACHELLA VALLEY MUSIC & ARTS FESTIVAL which is scheduled for April 25, 26 and 27; additional details regarding COACHELLA will be announced in early 2008.
The 2008 installment of STAGECOACH--California’s Country Music Festival--will feature more than 40 acts of various musical genres: mainstream country, bluegrass, folk, roots rock and alt-country in four performance areas (the Mane Stage, along with the Palomino, Appaloosa and Mustang stages).
This year’s initial line-up is as follows: Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts, The Judds, Carrie Underwood, Big & Rich, Gretchen Wilson, Dwight Yoakam, Dierks Bentley, Trace Adkins, George Jones, Taylor Swift, Earl Scruggs, Kellie Pickler, Shooter Jennings, Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas, Ralph Stanley, Dan Tyminski, Ian Tyson, Jack Ingram, The Isaacs, Bucky Covington, Riders in the Sky, Kentucky Headhunters, Michael Martin Murphey, Cherryholmes, J.D. Crowe, Wylie & The Wild West, Red Steagall, Luke Bryan, Halfway to Hazard, Billy Joe Shaver, Ryan Bingham, Carolina Chocolate Drops, Waddie Mitchell, Crystal Shawanda, Jypsi and The Greencards.
Along with increased space and new amenities for on-site RV and tent camping, concertgoers can once again look forward to various festival activities including: the Half-Pint Hootenanny kids’ activity area; Stagecoach Invitational BBQ Contest; live auction; interactive art displays; mechanical bull rides; hayrides; saddle-making exhibitions; rodeo gear and trail boss seminars; line and square dancing demonstrations; fiddling demonstrations; lasso and roping clinic; displays of Country Music Memorabilia, Antique cowboy gear, rawhide sculptures, Western heritage and American folk art.
Tickets for STAGECOACH will go on sale Friday, November 16 at 10:00 AM (PT) via TicketMaster www.ticketmaster.com. Ticket prices start at $175.00 for two-day passes, plus applicable service charges and $1.00 per day for charity. RV and camping reservations are also available beginning November 16. For a complete breakdown on ticket prices and camping reservations, please visit www.Stagecoachfestival.com. STAGECOACH is produced by Goldenvoice, The Messina Group and Moore Entertainment Group. For up-to-the-minute information on STAGECOACH, visit www.stagecoachfestival.com.
11/07/2007
Big announcement coming this week.
Check back friday for the big announcement. Or sign up for are email list for early bird news.05/02/2007
Stagecoach SET TIMES, venue MAP and much more!
SET TIMES
You can take a peak at the set times on our website. They have been posted. CLICK HERE. They will also be on the programs handed out at the festival and at various booths.
FESTIVAL MAP
Get an idea of the layout of the land. The 2007 festival map has been posted. CLICK HERE. It will also be on the programs handed out at the festival and at various booths.
COOL OFF AT THE FESTIVAL
Come by the "Relax, Refresh and Recharge Lounge" to get out of the sun and cool off. Recharge your cell phone or check your email while you are resting. Find it on the festival map.
CMT ARTS & ACTIVITIES TENT
Stop by CMT's Search for America's Top Cowboy! Participants will become real life cowboys and cowgirls learning the art of the quick draw and facing off against their enemies. Fans will also take part in ranch-style steer roping where they will be taught the art of the laso. CLICK HERE for details.
10 FOR 1 BOTTLE RECYCLING CENTER
Hey Everyone, Please Recycle your empties. Bring us ten (10) empty water bottles you find laying around the polo field and redeem them for one (1) new FREE bottle of water. Please help keep the polo field clean, recycle and stay hydrated all at the same time.
VIRGIN AUTOGRAPH TENT
Visit the Virgin Megastore artist signings tent. CLICK HERE for details. Find it on the festival map.
KIDS KIDS KIDS
Kids 10 and under may enter the festival for free. CLICK HERE to read all about the various performers and activities such as the Hoedown Haybale Maze, Lazy “J” Lasso (kiddie steer roping) and Cactus Hat Toss just to name a few. This area is called the "Half-Pint Hootenanny" on the festival map.
LOCKER RENTALS
There will be a limited amount of lockers at the festival to rent. CLICK HERE for details.
BBQ RIBS AND MORE
Better bring your appetite with you. We want to remind everyone about all the BBQ that will be there including the BBQ competition and Peoples Choice Rib burn. CLICK HERE to read about it.
ATTENTION ONSITE CAMPERS!!!
All the details about camping onsite are posted on the camping page. CLICK HERE for complete information. Find out about the early bird arrival incentives such as prizes, a cowboy movie double feature (Smokey & the Bandit + Urban Cowboy) and karaoke. Plus, find out about the Stagecoach Cyber cafe (computers, wifi), the Clubhouse (serving cocktails) and The Bloody Mary Bar & Breakfast.
OTHER STUFF
Don't forget to wander around and see all this festival has to offer. Besides 4 stages jam packed with the best in Country Music, there will be Mechanical Bulls, Hayrides, Live auctioneers, Country Music Memorabilia, Antique Cowboy Gear, Rawhide Sculptures, Western Heritage Art, American Folk Art, Saddle Making, Rodeo Gear and Trail Boss Seminars, Line and Square Dancing Demonstrations, Fiddling Demonstrations, and a Lasso and Roping Clinic!
Do you have questions about the festival? PLEASE check out the "FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS" page. CLICK HERE
04/24/2007
Winners, Onsite camping info, Kids Activities & More
Howdy,We've got some more festival news for y’all.
CONGRATULATIONS to the winners of the recent Stagecoach Festival ticket contest from stagecoachfestival.com
Debbie from Sun City, CA
Marlys from Laguna Beach, CA
Adrienne from Bakersfield, CA
Janet from Imperial Beach, CA
Teresa from Marana, AZ
Shylah from Helendale, CA
Cathy from La Mirada, CA
Deb from Waxahachi, TX
Christina from Sacramento, CA <--- Also the GRAND PRIZE WINNER
Gretchen from San Diego, CA
Amanda from La Habra, CA
Josh from Irvine, CA
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ATTENTION ONSITE CAMPERS!!!
We've got some reasons to get early birds to arrive before 10pm on Friday night plus some other goodies to tell you about. The Onsite camping page has been updated with new info. Read about the early arrival incentives such as prizes, a cowboy movie double feature and karaoke. Plus, find out about the Stagecoach Cyber cafe, the Clubhouse (serving cocktails) and The Bloody Mary Bar & Breakfast.
CLICK HERE for details!
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KIDS ACTIVITIES
We have updated the Kid's Activities page. CLICK HERE to read all about the various performers and activities such as the Hoedown Haybale Maze, Lazy “J” Lasso (kiddie steer roping) and Cactus Hat Toss just to name a few. Remember, KIDS 10 & UNDER may enter the festival FREE and camp for FREE too!
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ONSITE ACTIVITIES, ETC
We just want to remind you of the various onsite activities and other things you might enjoy while at the festival:
Mechanical Bulls
Hayrides
Live auctioneers
Country Music Memorabilia
Antique Cowboy Gear
Rawhide Sculptures
Western Heritage Art
American Folk Art
Saddle Making
Rodeo Gear
Trail Boss Seminars
Line and Square Dancing Demonstrations
Fiddling Demonstrations
and a Lasso and Roping Clinic!
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LOCKER RENTALS
There will be a limited amount of lockers at the festival to rent.
CLICK HERE for details.
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LISTEN TO THE MUSIC
Have you listened to the media player yet? Get familiar with some of the music that will be at the festival. Go to the front page of stagecoachfestival.com and click on "media player"
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WHERE IS EVERYONE COMING FROM?
Find out who else is going to the show and where y’all are coming from. Introduce yourselves on the message board. Don't be shy...CLICK HERE to get involved!
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03/15/2007
Bid on Front Row Seats!
We are running a ticket auction for FRONT ROW SEATS! This very special auction runs from Monday, March 19th at 10am through Friday, March 30th at 4pm. Click HERE to bid now!Front row seats include reserved seats, souvenir laminate/ticket holder, entrance into the main festival VIP area and entrance into the EXCLUSIVE Gold Circle VIP area which includes unlimited, catered complimentary food and beverages (water, beer, & wine), restrooms and a nice view of the main stage. Plus you can wander around to all of the other stages too.
02/23/2007
Chairs/Blankets officially OK + other news
Chairs/Blankets officially OK
We are pleased to announce we have been given the official green light to allow small chairs/blankets into this years Stagecoach Festival. Small folding camping or beach chairs are the types that will be OK. Please see examples of OK and NOT OK below:THESE TYPES WILL BE OK – small folding beach or camping chairs
THESE TYPES WILL NOT BE PERMITTED – poolside lounges, banquet type or folding metal chairs.
STAGECOACH GETS COOKIN’
Stagecoach Music Festival is hosting our First Annual BBQ Competition Invitational. This event will include an International Barbecue Cookers Association (IBCA) Double Blind Box Sanction Contest, as well as a People’s Choice Rib Burn & Side Dish Competition. The festivities will run from approx. 1pm – 3pm each day. In addition, all day and night that area will feature nationally renowned BBQ Concessions Teams serving the public food & hand cranked homemade ice cream.ON SITE ACTIVITIES GROWING
Beyond the jam packed musical line up, there will be tons of other fun things to do and see at the festival. More details and additional activities will be posted here as the dates approach. Here’s a few things already planned:Mechanical Bulls
Hayrides
Live auctioneers
Country Music Memorabilia
Antique Cowboy Gear
Rawhide Sculptures
Western Heritage Art
American Folk Art
Saddle Making, Rodeo Gear and Trail Boss Seminars
Line and square dancing demonstrations
Fiddling demonstrations
Lasso and roping clinic
Kids’ activity area
CONGRATULATIONS to our CONTEST WINNERS & Last chance to enter!
We wanted to send out a special congratulations to all of our contest winners thus far:Lee Ann from Temple City, CA
Marie-Danna from San Diego, CA
Susan from Yorba Linda, CA
Charles from Highridge, MO
Carey from Muncie, IN
Laura from Ontario, CA
Kimberly from Palm Desert, CA
Christina from Napa, CA
Jenna from Redlands, CA
Amie from Tempe, AZ
ONE WEEK LEFT TO ENTER THE CONTEST, CLICK HERE