March PlanAhead: Your Columbus events calendar

Your Columbus events guide | Photo by theCBUStoday

Your Columbus events guide | Photo by theCBUStoday

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Happy March, Columbus. 🌸 If you’re anything like us, you’re looking forward to sunny days, blooming flowers, and patio season — and with all that excitement, you’re also looking for fun local events to attend. Read on for all the top events happening this month in the Arch City.

All month long

  • Monday Karaoke | Every Monday | 10 p.m.-2:30 a.m. | Union Cafe, 782 N. High St. | Free 🎤
  • Five Dollar Movie Tuesdays | Every Tuesday | All day | Marcus Cinemas | $5 | Stop by the Marcus Crosswoods Cinema or the Pickerington location for discounted tickets on all movies. 🍿
  • Half-Price Game Play | Every Tuesday | 10 a.m.-1 a.m. | TopGolf Polaris | $18+ | Practice your golf game or partake in mini games at half-the-price every Tuesday. ⛳️
  • Teen + Tween Art Workshop | Tuesdays + Saturdays | Times vary | Terra Gallery, 36B N. High St. | $35 | Bring your emerging young artists to Terra Gallery to weekly workshops featuring different mediums of art. 🎨
  • The 70’s Music Explosion in Columbus | Various dates | Times vary | Columbus Historical Society, 717 W. Broad St. | Free | Learn the history of Columbus music and bands in the 1970’s. 🎶
  • Candlelight Slow Flow | Every Wednesday | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | ROY G BIV Gallery, 435 W. Rich St. | Free | Ease into the evening with yoga in the relaxing atmosphere of the candlelit ROY G BIV art gallery + the class is free, but accepts donations.
  • Trivia Night | Every Wednesday | 7-9 p.m. | Makers Social | Free | Grab a pizza from Yellow Brick down the street and enjoy a trivia night with friends.
  • Jazz Wednesday | Every Wednesday | 8-11 p.m. | Brothers Drake Meadery & Bar, 26 E. 5th Ave. | Free | Join the best in local jazz every Wednesday night for this all ages event. 🎶
  • Pour + Sip | Every Wednesday + Sat.-Sun.| Times vary | The Small Batch Candle Co., 5761 Westbourne Ave. | $40 | Create your own candle in up-cycled alcohol bottles + BYOB.
  • Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes | Thurs.-Sun. until May 30 | Times vary | COSI Columbus | $40 | You’ll find 300+ Marvel history artifacts, including original comic books and props from the ever-popular films.
  • Sunrise Yoga | Every Thursday | 7-8 a.m. | ROY G BIV Gallery, 435 W. Rich St. | Free | Start your morning with yoga surrounded by artwork at the ROY G BIV Gallery + this class is free, but donations are accepted.
  • $1 BBQ Hot Dog Night | Every Thursday | 4-10 p.m. | Bristol Republic, 1124 N. High St. | $1 (with purchase of drink) | Enjoy $1 hot dogs and stick around for live band karaoke starting at 9 p.m.
  • BYOB Paint Night | Thursdays + Saturdays | 7-9 p.m. | Terra Gallery, 36B N. High St. | $35 | Choose your painting theme and get advice from a Terra Gallery artist while creating it + enjoy adult beverages of your choosing.
  • Indoor Winter Farmers Market | Saturdays until April 16 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Ohio History Center | $13 | Snag some locally-sourced fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and more, from vendors including Ohio City Pasta, New Albany Organics, + North Country Charcuterie.
  • Paint Pouring Class | Every Sunday | 3-5 p.m. | Brush Crazy, 1299 Bethel Rd. | $10+ | A fun new painting experience that will teach you how to pour unique designs on canvas, wood or ceramics. 🎨

Tuesday, March 1-Sunday, March 6

Tues., March 1

  • Columbus Blue Jackets vs. New Jersey Devils | Tues., March 1 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $17 🏒
  • Evolve You Tour | Tues., March 1 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Greater Columbus Convention Center | Free | Come listen to Dr. Hill, Founding Executive of science and healthcare, discuss his favorite products and tips on how to evolve your life and health. 🧘🏻‍♀️
  • The Office Themed Trivia Night | Tues., March 1 | 7 p.m. | Rehab Tavern, 456 W. Town St. | Cost of purchase | Form teams of up to 6 players to answer questions about Michael, Jim, Pam + the gang. 💼
  • Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras Inspired Dinner | Tues., March 1 | 6-9 p.m. | The Kitchen, 231 E. Livingston Ave. | $90 | Enjoy a four-course dinner including a crawfish boil, po’boys, and beignets. 🍽

Wed., March 2

  • Mission, Vision & Sip Focus Groups | Wed., March 2 | 5-7 p.m. | COhatch The Gateway, 1581 N. High St. | Free | Learn how to define a roadmap to execute your business ideas and objectives in a way that is individualized and practical. 📋
  • You’ll Want to Sit Down for This | Wed., March 2 | 7 p.m. | Woodlands Tavern, 1200 W. 3rd Ave. | $10 | Join a night of improv comedy + storytelling with Woodlands Productions. 🎤
  • David Archuleta | Wed., March 2 | 8 p.m. | Skully’s Music Diner, 1151 N. High St. | $25+ | The season seven winner of “American Idol” will perform hits like “Crush.”
  • Mardi Gras Celebration | Wed., March 2 | 6-8 p.m. | Mitchell Hall, 250 Cleveland Ave. | $85 | Enjoy New Orleans-style cuisine like chicken and shrimp gumbo + a boozy banana fosters.

Thurs., March 3

  • Ohio State Buckeyes Men’s Basketball vs. Michigan State | Thurs., March 3 | 7 p.m. | The Schottenstein Center | $16+ 🏀
  • Arnold Sports Festival 2022 | Thurs., March 3-Sun., March 6 | Times vary | Greater Columbus Convention Center | $40+ | From bodybuilders to strongman competitions, the Arnold Sports Festival is the largest multi-sport competition in the world. 💪
  • Crawls, Flies, and Squirmies | Thurs., March 3-Sun., March 20 | Times vary | Columbus Children’s Theater, 177 E. Naghten St. | $10 | This wordless, interactive, and sensory-friendly play features puppets, music, and insects. 🐛

Fri., March 4

  • Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Los Angeles Kings | Fri., March 4 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $24 🏒
  • Ohio State Buckeyes Women’s Lacrosse vs. James Madison University | Fri., March 4 | 3 p.m. | Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium | Free 🥍
  • Cinderella: The Butterfly Guild Play | Fri., March 4-Sun., March 6 | 7 p.m. | Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St. | $24+ | Come watch the timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale being reborn right here in Columbus. 👑
  • We Banjo 3 | Fri., March 4 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 722 N. High St. | $25+ | Doors open at 7 p.m. for this Irish folk band. 🇮🇪
  • 90’s Trivia Night | Fri., March 4 | 7 p.m. | Sotto Terra, 610-618 Neil Ave. | Free | Win cash prizes by answering 90’s-themed trivia questions with drinks + snacks — be sure to register your team in advance.
  • Little Feat | Fri., March 4 | 8 p.m. | Southern Theatre, 21 E. Main St. | $70.50+ | Dance along to the sounds of this fusion band that combines multiple instruments and different genres like rock and jazz.

Sat., March 5

Sun., March 6

  • Ohio State Buckeyes Men’s Basketball vs. University of Michigan | Sun., March 6 | 12:30 p.m. | The Schottenstein Center | $16+ 🏀
  • TOOL | Sun., March 6 | 7:30 p.m. | Nationwide Arena, 200 W. Nationwide Blvd. | $65+ | The iconic band from the 90’s will rock Nationwide Arena alongside Blonde Radiohead as the opener.
  • Self-care Sunday | Sun., March 6 | 11 a.m. | Studio 614, 2487 Summit St. | $46 | All supplies and instructions are included to make a Himalayan pink sea salt body scrub, clay-based face mask, moisturizing body oil spray, and a smudge stick or mala bracelet.
  • Yoga + Cider | Sun., March 6 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Mad Moon Cider Taproom, 2134 Britains Lane | $18 | Start your Sunday with an hour long yoga session followed by a complementary cider of your choice.

Monday, March 7-Sunday, March 13

Mon., March 7

  • Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Toronto Maple Leaves | Mon., March 7 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $24 🏒
  • Sculpting with Iron | Mon., March 7 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | Central Ohio School of Metalwork, 1376 River St. | $150 | Sculpt iron into calla lilies as a beginner blacksmith or use this class as a skill builder.
  • Shamrock Shocial | Mon., March 7 | 4-8 p.m. | The Goat Dublin, 5730 Silver Falls St. | $10+ | Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with Irish dancing, live music, food + the first 50 people earn free drink tickets. ☘️

Tues., March 8

Wed., March 9

  • Oliver Tree | Wed., March 9 | 7 p.m. | KEMBA! Live, 405 Neil Ave. | $109 | Hip-hop artist and musician Oliver Tree will perform hits like “Life Goes On” + “Alien Boy.” 🎶
  • Custom String Art Workshop | Wed., March 9 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Studio 614, 2487 Summit St. | $45 | You can BYOB and food to this beginner string art class on a 12 inch by 12 inch board.
  • Lights & Flights | Wed., March 9 | 5-7 p.m. | Penn & Beech Candle Co., 646 High St. | $35 | Drop in any time from 5-7 p.m. to pour your own customized candle and indulge in a $15 wine card at House Wine while your candle is cooling. 🕯️

Thurs., March 10

  • Short North Bourbon Tasting | Thurs., March 10 | 6-9 p.m. | Bristol Republic, 1124 N. High St. | $20 | Sample five different bourbons and purchase bottles of ones you want to take home. 🥃
  • Paint Your Pet | Thurs., March 10 | 6-9 p.m. | Studio 614, 2487 Summit St. | $60 | You can BYOB and food to this three-hour art class while you paint your pet on a sketched out canvas.
  • Dried Flower Wreath | Thurs., March 10 | 6:30-8 p.m. | Oakland Holiday Warehouse, 2999 Silver Dr. Unit B | $55 | Tickets include all supplies and instruction to make a metal-based wreath of dried flowers by Oakland Green Interiors. 🥀

Fri., March 11

  • Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Minnesota Wild | Fri., March 11 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $20 🏒
  • Ohio State Buckeyes Women’s Soccer vs. Kent State | Fri., March 11 | 7:30 p.m. | Woody Hayes Athletic Center, 535 Irving Schottenstein Dr. | Free ⚽️
  • Arie Spears | Fri., March 11-Sat., March 12 | Times vary | Columbus Funny Bone, 145 Easton Town Center | $32 | Comedian Arie Spears brings his hilarious impressions to Columbus.
  • Baby Keem | Fri., March 11 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 1722 N. High St. | $89+ | Rapper and hip-hop star Baby Keem will perform hits like “Family Ties” + “Range Brothers.”
  • Columbus Pet Expo | Fri., March 11-Sun., March 13 | Ohio Expo Center and State Fair, 717 E. 17th Ave. | $10+ | Pets of all kinds — cats, dogs, and turtles — are celebrated here + contests, prizes, and a pet adoption center.
  • Jimmie Allen | Fri., March 11 | 8 p.m. | The Bluestone, 583 E. Broad St. | $28+ | Country music star Jimmie Allen with hits “Best Shot” and “Freedom Was a Highway” is making a stop in CBUS. 🎶

Sat., March 12

  • Ohio State Buckeyes Women’s Lacrosse vs. Mount St. Mary’s | Sat., March 12 | TBA | Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium, 2450 Fred Taylor Dr. | Free 🥍
  • Columbus Brew Festival | Sat., March 12 | 8p.m.-3 a.m. | COSI, 400 N. High St. | $50+ | Come to the Center of Science and Industry to sample over 60 breweries and 150 different types of beer. 🍺
  • Beautiful: the Carole King Musical | Sat., March 12 | 2-6 p.m. | Palace Theater, 34 W. Broad St. | $34 | Watch the story of chart-topping music legend Carole King and her rise to stardom. 🎭
  • Immersive Van Gogh | Sat., March 12 | 7 p.m. | Lighthouse ArtSpace, 940 Polaris Pkwy | $35+ | Step into the world of Vincent Van Gogh’s paintings and be prepared to be completely blown away. 🎨
  • Downtown Disco Columbus | Sat., March 12 | 8-11:59 p.m. | The Bluestone, 583 E. Broad St. | $30 | Come dressed in your most stylish disco outfit you have and listen to some disco music while you dance the night away. 🕺🏻
  • Bottoms Up! Yoga + Brew | Sat., March 12 | 10-11 a.m. | Edison Brewing, 785 Science Blvd. | $20 | Grab a friend or fellow yogi and join Emily Anderson for a great class at this local Gahanna brewery. 🍺
  • Central Ohio Builders Expo | Sat., March 12 | 12-4 p.m. | Embassy Suites Columbus, 5100 Upper Metro Pl. | $5 | Former star quarterback for the Buckeyes Cardale Jones will onsite along with other buildings and vendors in CBUS to help you through the home building process.
  • Ohio Vintage Fest | Sat., March 12 | 12-6 p.m. | Ohio Expo Center & State Fair, 717 E 17th Ave. | $5 | Browse a vintage market with clothing, toys, and more on display from 70+ vendors.

Sun., March 13

Monday, March 14-Sunday, March 20

Mon., March 14

  • Half-alive | Mon., March 14 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 722 N. High St. | $25+ | Join the three-piece indie band from Long Beach, California on their Give Me Your Shoulders tour. 🎸
  • Sips & Succulents: Planter Workshop | Mon., March 14 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | BrewDog New Albany, 97 E. Dublin Granville Rd. | $50 | Create a planter full of succulents (and learn how to care for them) + receive 15% off on food and drinks. 🎍
  • BrewDog St. Patty’s Day Paint ‘N Sip | Mon., March 14 | 6-8 p.m. | BrewDog DogTap Columbus, 96 Gender Rd. | Materials, instruction, and a beer are included for a St. Patrick’s Day inspired canvas painting. 🎨

Tues., March 15

  • Chipotle Fundraiser Night | Tues., March 15 | 5-9 p.m. | Chipotle Mexican Grill, 4782 W. Broad St. | Cost of purchase | Buy a Chipotle meal to support Westland AFJROTC Boosters + help kids community programs — be sure to show the flier in the restaurant. 🌯
  • Beginner Salsa Lesson | Tues., March 15 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | Next Level Fitness, 1220 County Line Rd. | $10 | Learn the technique and timing of salsa dancing for singles or couples. 💃

Wed., March 16

  • St. Patrick’s Mixology and Charcuterie | Wed., March 16 | Taft’s Brewpourium Columbus, 440 W. Broad St. | 6-8 p.m. | $50 | One ticket covers two individuals to receive two cocktails per person, recipe cards, and a charcuterie board to enjoy. 🍹

Thurs., March 17

  • St. Patrick’s Day Whiskey Tasting | Thurs., March 17 | 6-9 p.m. | Savor Pint, 4440 Indianola Ave. | $20 | Sample five whiskies for $25, including one extra-special bottle — guests are welcome to bring food. 🥃
  • Little Shop of Horrors | Thurs., March 17-Sat., Apr. 16 | 7 p.m. | Short North Stage, 1187 N. High St. | $49+ | Catch the opening night of the cult-hit musical comedy. 🎭
  • Columbus International Auto Show | Thurs., March 17-Sun., March 20 | Greater Columbus Convention Center | $6+ | See the latest automotive models and test drive sports cars + other vehicles. 🚘

Fri., March 18

  • Mayday Parade | Fri., March 18 | 6 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 722 N. High St. | $27+ | Enjoy a night of punk + pop punk sound with other bands Real Friends and Magnolia Park. 🎤
  • Date Night: Turn a Harry Potter Wand | Fri., March 18 | 6-9 p.m. | Woodcraft of Columbus, OH, 1077 Bethel Rd. | $125 per couple | Turn a Harry Potter wand on a Lathe and enjoy a pizza dinner for a unique date night. 🪄
  • Alton Brown | Fri., March 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St. | $74+ | Food Network chef + star Alton Brown brings his culinary skills and love for science to CBUS.
  • Mammoth WVH + Dirty Honey | Fri., March 18 | 7:30 p.m. | The Bluestone, 583 E. Broad St. | $30 | Wolfgang Van Halen, son of Eddie Van Halen, brings a guitar shredding show with Dirty Honey as the opener.
  • Open Season Sportsman’s Expo | Fri., March 18-Sun., March 20 | Times vary | Ohio Expo Center and State Fair, 717 E. 17th Ave. | $10+ | From hunting to fishing, this expo has something for the outdoorsmen in your life.

Sat., March 19

  • Columbus Blue Jackets vs. St. Louis Blues | Sat., March 19 | 7 p.m. | Nationwide Arena | $30 🏒
  • Slaughter | Sat., March 19 | 6:30 p.m. | 6252 Busch Blvd. | $27+ 🎤
  • Rain – A Tribute to the Beatles | Sat., March 19 | 7:30 p.m-12:30 a.m. | Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St. | $34+ | In celebration of the anniversary of the release of Abbey Road, come listen to the greatest hits to life in addition to all your early favorites. 🎤
  • St. Patrick’s Saturday Night Special | Sat., March 19 | 8-11 p.m. | The Rambling House, 310 E. Hudson St. | $10 cover | Enjoy a St. Patrick’s celebration with singing, dancing, stomping, and surprise special guests. ☘️
  • Slime Life Shawty: Better Living Tour | Sat., March 19 | 8 p.m. | T.O.T Bar & Grill, 2600 S. Hamilton Rd. | $20+ | Slime Life Shawty released top ten streaming album ““Better Living Soon.” 🎶
  • PB&J & Jazz: Big Band Blowout | Sat., March 19 | 10-11 a.m. | Club Lincoln, 769 E. Long St. | $5 | Kick off your weekend with a short + interactive concert featuring swinging jazz classics. 🎶
  • Shamrock Stroll Bar Crawl | Sat., March 19 | 1-9 p.m. | Multiple locations | $10+ | Make stops at BBR Restaurant, Dahlia Nightclub, Howl at the Moon, and Brothers Bar & Grill. ☘️

Sun., March 20

  • Bridal Show Columbus | Sun., March 20 | 12:30-4 p.m. | Crowne Plaza Worthington, 6500 Doubletree Ave. | $5 | Talk to vendors + plan your wedding day at the spring wedding expo, with prize giveaways and free signature drinks. 💒
  • Video Speed Dating | Sun., March 20 | 8-9 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Try a video version of real-world speed dating to meet singles in the area. 💘

Monday, March 21-Sunday March 27

Mon., March 21

  • Bob Weir | Mon., March 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Ohio Theatre, 39 E. State St. | $57+ | Catch the founding Grateful Dead band member in concert. 🎸
  • ALS Caregiver Support Group | Mon., March 21 | 1 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Connect with other caregivers, share advice on day-to-day living, and receive education + support.
  • Head Over Heels | Thurs., March 21 | Various times | CATCO is Theater, 77 S. High St. | Tickets TBA | Join for opening night of the romantic comedy featuring music of The Go-Go’s. 🎶
  • The Bachelor Live On Stage | Thurs., March 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Palace Theatre, 34 W. Broad St. | $88+ | Enjoy a night of conversation, laughter, and games with one of the men featured on ABC’s “The Bachelor.”

Tues., March 22

  • Gregory Alan Isakov | Tues., March 22 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 722 N. High St. | $33.50+ | Listen to acoustic folk artist Gregory Alan Isakov with opener Joe Purdy. 🎶

Wed., March 23

  • Animal Collective | Wed., March 23 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 722 N. High St. | Enjoy Indie pop band Animal Collective + opener L’Rain. 🎶
  • Beer & Girl Scout Cookie Pairing | Wed., March 23 | 5-8 p.m. | Taft’s Brewpourium Columbus, 440 W. Broad St. | $14 | Get a flight of four different beers paired with two delicious Girl Scout cookies per beer — plus, $1 off pints for the day. 🍪
  • Westerville 10 for $10 Wine Tasting | Wed., March 23 | 6-9 p.m. | Giammarco’s, 6030 Chandler Ct. | $10 | Sample a variety of 10 wines + browse the full Giammarco’s food menu available to order.

Thurs., March 24

  • Plant the Night Away | Thurs., March 24 | 7 p.m. | Brewdog Franklinton, 463 W. Town St. | $35+ | Create your own succulent arrangement or terrarium and leave with your living creation. 🪴
  • LANCO at The Bluestone | Thurs., March 24 | 8 p.m. | The Bluestone, 583 E. Broad St. | $25 | Join the heartland rocker group with no.1 hits like “Greatest Love Story.”
  • Short North Moscato Tasting | Thurs., March 24 | 6-9 p.m. | Bristol Republic, 1124 N. High St. | $20 | Sample 10 moscatos with the full food menu available and bottles of wine available for retail price.

Fri., March 25

  • Lauren Alaina | Fri., March 25 | 8 p.m. | The Bluestone, 583 E. Broad St. | $20 | Catch this country music singer’s Top of the World tour. 🎶
  • Combo Chimbita | Fri., March 25 | 7 p.m. | Ace of Cups, 2619 N. High St. | $15 | An otherworldly show of Afro-Caribbean music.
  • Poppy | Fri., March 25 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 1722 N. High St. | $25+ | Indie singer + internet star Poppy will perform with Mz Neon as the opener. 🎶
  • Columbus Scrap and Stamp Show | Fri., March 25-Sat., March 26 | Times vary | Ohio Expo Center and State Fairgrounds, 717 E. 17th Ave. | $8+ | Scrapbookers, collectors, and DIY fans will find a variety of crafting vendors specific to each hobby.

Sat., March 26

  • Trolls LIVE! | Sat., March 26 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Schottenstein Center | $15+ | Get ready for a hair-raising adventure when Poppy, Branch and all their Trolls friends come to life on stage. 🎬
  • UFC Columbus | Sat., March 26 | 6 p.m. | Nationwide Area | Price TBA | It’s Blachowicz vs. Rakic in this UFC Fight Night.
  • Koe Wetzel | Sat., March 26 | 7 p.m. | KEMBA! Live, 405 Neil Ave. | $40+ | Country star Koe Wetzel is joined by Aryon Jones + Bones Owens.

Sun., March 27

  • Cassadee Pope | Sun., March 27 | 7 p.m. | A&R Music Bar, 391 Neil Ave. | $25 | Country music star from “The Voice” Cassadee Pope will perform top hits like “Think of You.” 🎶
  • Columbus Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show | Sun., March 27 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Makoy Center, 5462 Center St. | $3 | Local artists and crafters will be selling their works + a portion of the proceeds will benefit Hope Hollow, a non-profit that supports those impacted by cancer.

Monday, March 28-Thursday, March 31

Mon., March 28

  • Figure Art | Mon., March 28 | 7 p.m. | Wild Goose Creative, 188 McDowell St. | $10 | Practice figure drawing with a live figure model, with both short + long poses offered. ✏️

Tues., March 29

Wed., March 30

  • Chelsea Cutler Concert | Wed., March 30 | 7 p.m. | KEMBA Live, 405 Neil Ave | $29+ 🎤
  • An Evening of Poetry with Two Masters | Wed., March 30 | 7 p.m. | Gramercy Books, 2424 E. Main St. | Free — $18 for a signed book | Join award-winning poet Linda Gregerson as she discusses new poetry collection Canopy with acclaimed poet David Baker. 📘

Thurs., March 31

  • Grandson Presents: Death of a Tour | Thurs., March 31 | 7 p.m. | Newport Music Hall, 722 N. High St. | $23+ | The rock and alt band will perform with Royal + the Serpent and Nova Twins. 🎤