The 8th annual Groove in the Grove IndieMusic Festival returns to Vasa Park on Saturday, June 9.

“Groove” brings some of the area’s best singer-songwriters to Northwest New Jersey! The event, Rain or Shine – in case of inclement weather, event held under huge pavilion and/or Cultural Center, runs from 1-9 p.m.

The two Groove Open Mic Challenge winners, who will be selected on Thursday, June 7th at Enzo’s Pizzeria in Budd Lake, will open Groove. Seasoned singer-songwriters in the line-up include Danielle Miraglia, Geoff Doubleday, WinterLong, Katherine Rondeau, Cassidy Rain/Bryan Schroeder from The Outcrops, Carla Ulbrich, Bernie Drury, MariByrd, Don Kinkaid, and more! Back by popular demand, local legend Patrick Fitzsimmons (pictured) will be the evening feature performer, playing a full of his own songs starting at 7:15 p.m.

Groove boasts two outdoor performance stages providing continuous musical entertainment, offering an afternoon full of original music in a shaded, park-like setting with on-site playground, plenty of free parking and craft/service vendors situated near the performance area. Bring a blanket, lawn chairs, and your appetite. Festival food & outdoor cash bar available. No coolers or pets. Although we love animals, please leave the pups at home as park regulations do not allow dogs on-site.

Tickets may be purchased with cash at the gate on the day of Groove. Admission just $15/Adult, $10/Student, children 12 and under FREE. For up-to-date details and additional information, visit event website at www.grooveinthegrove.com.

Sponsorship opportunities available as we are looking for organizations to partner with that wish to promote the arts in our communities. Local hand-craft vendors encouraged to operate a booth at this artisan friendly event. Groove provides ample exposure through many avenues of marketing and publicity including Press Releases, Flyers, Social Media outlets and day of event presence. Proceeds go towards enriching the local music scene, helping defray costs of and grow the festival, and songwriter related programs and initiatives throughout the year. Please visit event website for application forms at http://www.grooveinthegrove.com/info.php.

Professional sound and stage management services provided by Mountain Ledge Music. Groove is an XPN Welcomes event.  

Groove is presented by Skylands Songwriters Guild, a recognized 501(c)(3) educational non-profit organization based out of Ledgewood, is dedicated to cultivating the community of Singer/Songwriters of Northwest New Jersey and the surrounding region. All donations are tax deductible.