“Go to the beach” on the cheap by attending BeachFest Matthews on Friday, May 12th, and Saturday, May 13th, 2023. The festival takes place in and around Stumptown Park, 120 S. Trade Street, Matthews.
- Friday: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
- Saturday: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
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Admission is free. There’s a cost for rides and other activities.
On Friday night you can get a $20 wristband for all-you-can-ride night.
The festival features
- Live beach music
- Shag dancing
- Carnival rides
- Food vendors
- Arts and crafts vendors
- Axe throwing
Band Schedule at BeachFest
Friday
- 6:30 p.m.: The Castaways
- 8:30 p.m.: Band of Oz
Saturday
- 10:30 a.m.: Summer Tunes
- 2:30 p.m.: Randy Clay Band
- 4:30 p.m.: TBA
- 6:30 p.m.: The Entertainers
- 8:30 p.m.: The Tams
Parking for BeachFest
- Public parking lot: North Trade Street across from Matthews Station Street
- On-Street parking on North Trade Street
- Matthews Town Hall, 232 Matthews Station Street
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