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*** SOLD OUT *** Dead Horses isn’t a band in the conventional sense. Rather, it’s an intimate, folk-inspired conversation between two close friends. At its core, the participants are guitarist/singer Sarah Vos and bassist Daniel Wolff. The Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based pair’s musicality, emotionality, and ambitions have sent them on a winding journey in music. Dead Horses weave together a vibrant patchwork of classic and contemporary influences that span trad roots, indie- folk, and other experimental musical idioms. Through it all, the union of Sarah’s emotive songwriting with Dan’s intrepid bass playing transcends the singer-songwriter-with-backup-musicians paradigm. Reservations available August 20.
Dead Horses isn’t a band in the conventional sense. Rather, it’s an intimate, folk-inspired conversation between two close friends. At its core, the participants are guitarist/singer Sarah Vos and bassist Daniel Wolff. The Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based pair’s musicality, emotionality, and ambitions have sent them on a winding journey in music. Dead Horses weave together a vibrant patchwork of classic and contemporary influences that span trad roots, indie- folk, and other experimental musical idioms. Through it all, the union of Sarah’s emotive songwriting with Dan’s intrepid bass playing transcends the singer-songwriter-with-backup-musicians paradigm.
These events are "drive-in" style concert experiences where you watch the show from your vehicle, hear the music over your car stereo, while maintaining adherence to social distancing guidelines. The FM broadcast frequency will be announced at each show.
While these events are free, attendance is by reservation only. Reservations will be available one week prior to each scheduled event and distributed on a first-come first-served basis. You will receive email confirmation of your reservation. Printed Reservation Confirmation email must be displayed on front dash night of the show to gain access to the show.
Safety Guidelines: 1) Do not arrive at the concert area any earlier than 30-minutes prior to the start time (any cars waiting to gain access will be asked to leave and come back) 2) Only vehicles displaying a valid reservation will be admitted to the event. 3) Each household should be in a separate car. 4) Carpooling does not comply with social distancing guidelines. 5) People with COVID-19 symptoms (cough, fever, shortness of breath, etc.) should not attend. 6) Attendees should remain in their cars. 7) No reserved spots. Parking attendants will direct your vehicle to an available space. 8) Cars will be parked with one empty space between them to maintain a minimum safe distance of 6 feet. 9) There should be no passing of objects or physical contact between vehicles. 10) Bathrooms facilities will not be provided for the public. 11) Alcoholic beverages are not permitted
All events will be live streamed on Riverside Concerts’ Facebook & YouTube pages.
CART captioning will be available here or via QR code in the park. Please bring a data-connected digital device (phone, tablet, laptop) to access this streaming service.
Assistance with CART will be available at the Public Music tent. Please contact Public Music for questions about additional accessibility accommodations.
when
Save the dates - we'll see you next year! 2025 dates:
June 4, 2025
June 11, 2025
June 18, 2025
August 13, 2025
August 20, 2025
August 27, 2025
Music begins at 5:30 p.m. and concludes between 7:45 and 8 p.m.
Food vendors will be onsite at 5 p.m. Come early to get food from local vendors and choose your spot in the park!
cost
Concerts are free and open to the public!
seating
Space in the park is available on a first come, first served basis. Come early to choose your spot! We do not allow the use of ropes or stakes to reserve space.
We encourage you to bring lawn chairs or blankets to the events; seats are not provided.
Items to bring
Coolers, food, drink, lawn chairs, blankets, and other items to make your experience more comfortable are welcome and encouraged. Please leave grills at home.
Concessions
Local food, craft beer, and beverage vendors will have a variety of options for sale. Vendors will be onsite at 5 p.m.
Surveys
Share your feedback to win a prize pack! Fill out a digital survey to be entered to win. The survey will be open from 5 PM until 7 PM day of show and can be accessed here, at Public Music tent, or via QR codes posted throughout the park. The winner will be announced from stage during the headlining act. Must be present to win.
Smoking
Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is strictly prohibited.
Weather Policy
Concerts will take place outdoors rain or shine. In the case of threatening weather, the concert may be delayed, postponed, or, as a last resort, cancelled.
For weather related updates the day of the event, please check our event updates page or social media accounts.
Bike Racks
Are available in the parks. Space is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis.
Restrooms
Portable restrooms will be available in the park.
Soliciting
In order to make our events enjoyable for all, we respectfully request that public and private parties refrain from campaigning or soliciting at the FORWARD concerts. We appreciate your consideration.
Opportunities
Bands
Every year, Rochester Public Music invites local and regional bands to apply to be opening acts for the FORWARD shows. Learn more here.
Vendors
Every year, Rochester Public Music invites local and regional food and beverage to apply to participate in the FORWARD events. Learn more here.
Other Opportunities
Are you looking for ways to contribute, sponsor or volunteer with Rochester Public Music? Visit the Support Rochester Public Music page to learn more.
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.