Sisters Folk Festival nearly sold out

Time is running out to buy tickets for the Sisters Folk Festival, September 5-7.

The popular event is nearing a sell-out and, according to organizers, the show will go on despite the fires in the area.

Headliners for this year's show are ace bluegrass band Blue Highway, Robin & Linda Williams, Chris Hillman & Herb Pedersen, The Waybacks, Tracy Grammer, Eliza Gilkyson, and Christine Kane.

Blues guitarist Del Rey and the eclectic band The Paperboys will also be appearing. There are several venue locations throughout town.

The festival also features a songwriting contest and numerous workshops ranging from arranging for a band to vocal harmonies.

The Sisters Folk Festival features a singer/songwriter contest, workshops, jam opportunities, and a chance to win a Breedlove guitar or mandolin.

All-events badges are $60 for all three days, $25 all-day Friday, $40 all-day Saturday, and $25 all-day Sunday.

Tickets are available through the Sisters Folk Festival website www.sistersfolkfestival.com or call 549-4979.

Raffle tickets for either the guitar or mandolin are $3 each or 3 tickets for $10 through the website, at various locations in Sisters and will be sold at each music event during the festival.