The most popular bands from past editions of the Ohio Fish and Shrimp Festival (OFSF) have been invited back to the outdoor stage for the 20th OFSF, September 10, 17 and 24 in Freshwater Ohio Farms, north of Urbana.
Children’s favorites from previous festivals also return. This includes four bounce houses and bouncy houses, including a shark, pirate ship and slide.
Other returning kid and family favorites include the sturgeon petting zoo, creature displays, trout feeding frenzy, Pirate Treasure Sand Dig, games of skill and a delicious selection of food and drinks from a variety of food trucks and vendors, including seafood prepared by Freshwater Farms of Ohio.
Fish and Prawn Festival Bands
Festival goers can enjoy the food and music at tables and chairs set up in front of the outdoor stage, some under tents. Lawn chairs and blankets are welcome.
September 10
1-2:30 pm: Hendy plays a mix of genres including classic rock, country and blues.
16-17:30: Eleyet McConnell – Angie Eleyet and Chris McConnell – are well known in the local music scene. Angie Eleyet delivers ferocious, soulful and edgy vocals, drawing on a wide range of influences from Beth Hart, Led Zeppelin, Heart, Janis Joplin and Bad Company to Merle Haggard, the Eagles and gospel greats. Chris McConnell brings to the partnership years of experience in live performance, touring and studio work, along with his passion for writing and performing as a strong vocalist in his own right. Together, they captivate audiences with their ability to tell stories through their lyrics.
6-7:30 p.m.: Dawna, an eclectic rock group from Columbus, pays homage to Americana roots, blues, jazz and country, with tight harmonies and arrangements. The band creates adventurous soundscapes and visuals that take the audience on a fun and emotional journey.
8-10 p.m.: Angela Perley and the Howlin’ Moons frontwoman has gone solo with her album “4:30” and her latest single, “Here For You.” She creates her own cosmic swirl of alt-country, psychedelic rock and amplified Americana. He’s built a following at home and abroad, from sold-out crowds in his native Columbus to audiences in Europe, where his debut album, “Hey Kid,” peaked at number six on the EuroAmerican chart.
September 17
1-2:30 pm: Mill Street Blues is an acoustic blues trio that is on the softer side of blues and R&B.
4-5:30 p.m.: Al Son Del Iya is a Colombian salsa band, founded in 2007 by the Peruvian percussionist Waltinho Casanova. The band aims to provide an authentic and upbeat Latin American music experience “Salsa Gorda” or “Fat Salsa”, common in coastal cities from Peru to Panama. The band’s name goes back to the roots of salsa, referring to the Iya, an African drum brought to the Americas by the Yoruba people of southwestern Nigeria.
6-7:30 p.m.: Fo/Mo/Deep, a jazz/funk/fusion trio from Columbus, has released four CDs of music rooted in the experimental school of the 1970s, when jazz, soul and funk were the same. . The seasoned trio has performed throughout Ohio as well as Michigan, Wisconsin, North Carolina, West Virginia, Washington, DC and the South by Southwest Music Festival in Texas.
8-10 pm: Dayton native Teeny Tucker is one of the most talented and dynamic personalities on the blues scene. She and her band have headlined some of the most prestigious music festivals in the US, Canada and Europe. In her career she has been nominated for numerous awards and has shared the stage with blues greats such as BB King, KoKo Taylor, Etta James, Buddy Guy, the Holmes Brothers, Calvin Owens, Robert Cray and Keb Mo.
September 24
1-2:30 pm: The Johnny O Project. Johnny O performed extensively in the Urbana area before finding success in Las Vegas and the Port Clinton area, playing classic rock and music from the 80s, 90s and beyond.
16:00-17:30: Ladies of Longford offer a unique blend of contemporary classic, traditional Irish and fresh acoustic styles. Defined by superb vocal harmonies and superb musicianship, they have five CDs to their credit and have performed with a number of Irish national and international artists. The group consists of Hilda Doyle, her two daughters, Stephanie Doyle and Heather Doyle Fraser, and Elizabeth Blickenstaff.
6-7:30 pm: Dulahan offers a rich blend of contemporary and traditional Celtic music with subtle roots/Americana touches. His original compositions feature multiple layers of acoustic instrumentation and three- and four-part vocal harmonies.
20:00-22:00: Bastard Bearded Irishmen, voted “Best Rock Band in Pittsburgh” for several years, energize the audience with an original and fierce mix of traditional and contemporary Celtic music, mixed with punk, gypsy and rock ‘n’ roll high energy . The band has made a name for themselves performing at regional and national festivals with headliners such as Celtic punk band Dropkick Murphys.
For more information on the Ohio Fish and Shrimp Festival, visit fwfarms.com/festival or the Ohio Fish and Shrimp Festival Facebook page.
Ohio Fish and Shrimp Festival
Where: Freshwater Farms of Ohio, one mile north of Urbana at 2624 NUS 68
When: Three consecutive Saturdays, September 10, 17 and 24, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Price: Free parking; $5 admission at the door, ages 13 and up; $2 for children ages 3-12; free for ages 2 and under. Admission includes live music, the farm’s sturgeon petting zoo, fish and creature exhibits, bounce houses, games, arts and crafts vendors and a children’s play area.
Here’s a look at the four bouncy and bouncy houses that will be at this year’s festival.
Here’s a look at the four bouncy and bouncy houses that will be at this year’s festival.
Twelve popular bands will return to the outdoor stage for the 20th annual Ohio Fish and Shrimp Festival, September 10, 17 and 24 at Ohio’s Freshwater Farms, north of Urbana. While enjoying the music, festival-goers can dine on a wide selection of food served by Freshwater Farms and other vendors.
20th Ohio Fish & Shrimp Festival September 10, 17 and 24
Information from the organizers of the event
