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Bricktown Reggae Festival

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In Short:

A popular annual event in Oklahoma City that began in the mid-1990's, the Bricktown Reggae Festival is held in late July/early August and features many of the area's best reggae musicians performing live throughout the two-day festival as well as food, drinks and giveaways.

Admission to the Bricktown Reggae Festival is free, and all ages are allowed.

2012 Bricktown Reggae Festival:

The 17th Annual Bricktown Reggae Festival will be held on Friday, July 27th and Saturday, July 28th. Gates open at 3 p.m. Friday and 1 p.m. Saturday, and the music and festivities last until midnight.

Location & Directions:

The Bricktown Reggae Festival is held, rain or shine, beneath tents erected at the corner of Sheridan & Oklahoma Avenue in Bricktown.

Get a full map with driving directions.

Live Music:

Here are scheduled performers for 2012:

Friday
  • 4-5:15 p.m. - 100 Bones
  • 5:30-6:45 p.m. - Sunnyside Up
  • 7-8:30 p.m. - The Suspects
  • 8:45-10:15 p.m. - Watusi
  • 10:30 p.m.-midnight - The Ark Band
Saturday
  • 2-3:15 p.m. - 100 Bones
  • 3:30-5 p.m. - Sunnyside Up
  • 5:15-6:45 p.m. - Sam and the Stylees
  • 7-8:30 p.m. - Melody Memory
  • 8:45-10:15 p.m. - Ugly Lion
  • 10:30 p.m.-midnight - Local Culture

Food, Drink & More:

In addition to the live music, there will be Caribbean Cuisine, Budweiser in souvenir pitchers and soft drinks for sale. Also, vendors will have t-shirts, hats and more.

Rules:

Lawn chairs and blankets are allowed. Outside food and drinks, pets, professional video or camera equipment and weapons are prohibited.

Nearby Hotels & Lodging:

Staying in town for the Bricktown Reggae Festival? Here are some hotel options nearby:

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