Chris Stapleton performing in Columbus
Pick any one of the events happening in and around the area to keep your week busy. Whatever you choose to do, I’ll be highlighting attractions, activities, and festivals right here, every week. From local music and shows to options for those of you who don’t mind traveling a bit, there’s something for everyone. Be sure to check all activities, as cancellations can occur. The events listed are for April 21 – 30.
Thursday
Chris Stapleton’s All American Road Show. The Schottenstein Center will host one of the biggest names in country music, Chris Stapleton. First-hand experience lets me say this is one of the best shows currently on tour. The level of musicality at which Stapleton performs will knock your socks off. Known for hits like “Tennessee Whiskey” and “Them Stems,” the Grammy award-winning artist is a bucket-list show. Tickets start at $87 and can be purchased by visiting www.ticketmaster.com. Openers are Margo Price and Madeline Edwards. Call 614-688-3939 for more information. The Schottenstein Center, 555 Borror Drive, Columbus.
Saturday
Last Child: Aerosmith Experience. If you never had the chance to see Aerosmith live, this show will get you pretty close. According to the Facebook event page “Performing the best and deepest cuts, from the all-time classics to the newer vintage. Last Child brings the high energy performance with hit after hit of America’s longest-standing All-American Rock Band….. Aerosmith” Tickets start at $20 and go up to $25 on the day of the show. Purchase tickets by visiting www.eventbrite.com. For more information call 740-374-8278. The Adelphia Music Hall, 203 Second St., Marietta.
April 30
Opening night at Muskingum County Speedway. Dresden once again becomes the summer hotspot for racing. This ⅜ mile oval track will have you cheering on every left turn. General admission gates open at 3 p.m., with hot laps at 6 p.m. and racing beginning at 7 p.m. Entry is $25, with no charge for kids age 12 and under. Pit passes are available for $40 for adults and $20 for kids. For more information call 740-754-9199 or visit https://muskingumcountyspeedway.com/. Muskingum County Speedway, 7985 Frazeysburg Road, Dresden.
K9 Rally in the Valley. Come out and support multiple organizations right here in Guernsey County. Join the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Guernsey Class and enjoy a day at Spring Valley Campground. The day is packed with family fun and will focus on raising money for the Guernsey County Sheriff and Cambridge Police Department’s K9 programs. Activities are scheduled to begin at noon. For more information call 740-439-6688. Spring Valley Campground, 8000 Dozer Road, Cambridge.
As highlighted in last week’s column:
- Thursday. The Roaring Twenties Bash. Support the Salt Fork Arts and Crafts Festival at the Roaring Twenties Bash. Live entertainment, a catered dinner by Theo’s along with games and auctions. The evening is scheduled to begin with a social hour at 5 p.m. Tickets for the event are $40 or reserve a table for eight for $350. To purchase tickets stop by the Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center. For more information visit https://www.altforkfestival.org. Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center, 7033 Glenn Highway, Cambridge.
- Saturday. Appalachian Outlaws. Make the quick drive to The Barn for an evening of live music. Appalachian Outlaws upbeat, country-style will get your toes tapping. The show is scheduled to run from 7 to 11 p.m. For more information call 740-455-2276. The Barn, 1947 Linden Ave, Zanesville.
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