Indofin is thrilled to be a part of this year’s Austin Batfest in the local tradition’s 7th year. Where else could you see 1.5 million Mexican bats and a bunch of cool bands? The event will take place as always on the Ann Richards Bridge on South Congress and its going on all day from 12pm-11pm. Saturday August 27 2011. We will be playing on the 101X Stage from 430p-530p on Saturday August 27, 2011. ADMISSION IS FREE! More details below:
BATFEST and Night of the Bat sponsored by the City of Austin
FREE Admission, or upgrade to VIP for just $50 and get food, drinks, and a t-shirt!
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Saturday, August 27th, 2011 on the Congress Ave. Ann Richards Bridge
1 PM until Midnight
All ages welcome. Bring the family! Did we say FREE Admission?
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Bats are unpredictable creatures but usually start flying between 7:30 – 9:30. Flight can last about 1/2 hour.
Batfest!, Will feature Arts, Crafts, Music, Food, Bat Watching, Children’s Activities, and Educational Displays. Estimated attendance is around 40,000! Enjoy the scenic backdrop of Lady Bird Lake and downtown Austin, as up to 2 million Mexican Free Tail Bats emerge for their nightly flight. Shop for creative items made in Austin, Texas, and the world. See over 20 bands on two stages. All for FREE!
All professional Artists and Craftspeople are invited to participate in Batfest!… Approximately 150 Booths will be set up in the Festival Area located on the Ann Richards Congress Avenue Bridge in downtown Austin. The booths will feature Arts & Crafts such as pottery, jewelry, fine art, woodwork, stained glass, metal sculpture, mosaics, glasswork, photography and much more.This area is well know for its eclectic night life (no joke intended) as well as it’s proximity to downtown and to the more relaxed South Austin (78704 to those who know).
Parking:
Numerous paid lots in the area including
* Palmer Events Center Garage, S. 1st and Riverside
* One Texas Center 505 Barton Springs Road Austin, TX 78704
Remember that most parking meters are free on the weekends
Bike Parking: We have Bicycle Rack to secure your bike. Be GREEN!
Ride the Bus! Capital Metro is a great cheap, green option.
2011 Bands:
101XFM Stage
Filter 10:30 – 11:59pm
Alpha Rev 9:00-10:00pm
The Black & White Years 7:30-8:30pm
Eyes Burn Electric 6:00-7:00pm
Indofin 4:30-5:30pm
La Guerrilla 3:00-4:00pm
Zoe Ann 1:30-2:30pm
KLBJFM Stage:
Bob Schneider & Lonelyland 11:00 – 11:59pm
Nakia – “Final four on the voice!” 9:00 – 10:30pm
Bat Costume Contest 8:15 – 8:45pm
Suzanna Choffel 7:00 – 8:00pm
Akina Adderley & the Vintage Playboys 5:30 – 6:30pm
White Ghost Shivers 4:00 – 5:00pm
DaHeBeGeBees 2:30-3:30pm
Pretty Ugly 1:00-2:00pm
