ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The Rochester Lilac Festival is still a few months away — but some music talent from around has been announced!
The headliners for each day of the Lilac Festival was revealed Thursday morning. The headlining line-up offers a variety of genres from soul, jazz, afrobeat, etc.
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Organizers have also announced VIP tickets are available. Those who purchase one will be fully covered from the elements, and have access to a private bar and climate-controlled restrooms, lounge, and more.
Each performance starts at 7 p.m. Below is each headliner for each day of the Lilac Festival:
- Friday, May 9 — Sir Woman (R&B, soul, indie pop)
- Saturday, May 10 — Katie Pruitt (Soul, folk)
- Sunday, May 11 — Chayce Beckham (Country)
- Monday, May 12 — Cruel Summer (Taylor Swift tribute concert)
- Tuesday, May 13 — Vibrant Beats: Rochester’s Latin Music Experience (Salsa, Latin fusion)
- Wednesday, May 14 — The Skycoasters with Shine (Rock, pop, funk)
- Thursday, May 15 — Sean Kuti & Egypt 80 (Afrobeat, funk)
- Friday, May 16 — The Aces (Alternative pop, indie rock)
- Saturday, May 17 — The Dirty Dozen Brass Band (Jazz, bebop, funk)
- Sunday, May 18 — Beach Weather (Pop rock, indie pop)
Local supporting talent will be announced at a special release party on March 6. You can learn more about this year’s Lilac Festival by clicking here…