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Goose Flodowns in Charleston and Raleigh
Join fellow fans at the Chucktown Flodown: Goose Pre-Party & Vendor Market on Tuesday, June 23th and Wednesday the 24th. Browse Goose-inspired artists and local makers, enjoy live music, learn more about Western Sun Foundation, grab some comfort food, and sip craft brews and other beverages while connecting with fans before heading across the street for the Goose shows.
Live Music:
Tuesday from 3–6 PM: Music by Skycats Trio
Wednesday from 2–6 PM: Music from The Porterboys
Vendors: Drifter Merch, Type 2 Designs, Cats Under The Stitch, Hippy Do Da, Zosh Gift Shop, Reba's Dancing Dyes, Solutions, Bright Star Designs, Abigail’s Tie Dye & More, Grateful Fred, Arnie’s Tie Dyes, Hippies for Jesus, Rock 'n Roll Wall Wood, HoneyCreek Pottery, Brass Earth, The Street Rat, Kellen Rattigan Art, Shambles Boutique, The Stono Soul, Mountain Family Glass, New World Glass
Non Profit: Western Sun Foundation, a volunteer-run 501(c)3 organization that provides charitable support to local non profits in the communities Goose fans travel through.
Get ready as there’s another Flodown in Raleigh on Saturday, June 27th! Crank Arm Brewing is hosting the pre-party. Just two blocks up from Red Hat Ampitheater, the brewery also within the designated Sip-n-Stroll area downtown. Kick the night off with fresh brews, a small vendor set-up, Mexican eats, and community vibes right before the show.
Vendors:
Drifter Merch
Zosh Gift Shop
Solutions
Type 2 Designs
Abigail’s Tie Dye & More
Cats Under The Stitch
Food Truck:
Taco Neza provides authentic Mexican food with fresh ingredients & delicious taste
Whether you're heading to the show or just looking to connect with fellow Goose fans, this is a convenient spot in downtown Raleigh to gather before the music starts.
Catch Drifter Merch at these October Events
We are buzzing with excitement for October as we have a jam-packed schedule filled with tons of fabulous vending events alongside awesome music. It's going to be a whirlwind of activity and exciting opportunities to connect with other vendors, showcase our products, and network for custom orders.
Five Points JerryFest, a FREE outdoor Columbia, SC concert, returns on Sunday, October 1st from 11:30 am-8:00 pm. The fun-filled event will have more music and regional acts on two stages this year featuring Jerry Garcia and Grateful Dead music from Stillhouse and The Reckoning along with the addition this year of some other jam-band favorites that includes Phish-inspired Runaway Gin and Widespread Panic cover band Machine Funk. In addition to food vendors and beer trucks, there will be family fun activities along with artisan vendors creating a Shakedown Street atmosphere. Merchants include us, Bravefriend Apparel and Design, Bright Star Designs, Grizzly Belle, Hippy Do-Da Creations, HoneyCreek Pottery, Reba’s Dancing Dyes, Revyved Records, Ruffled Rooster Co. & Mercantile, and Zinnialou Jewelry. Guests will enjoy eats and drinks from Senor Burrito, Zosh, Kombucha Bus, Bang Back Pinball Lounge, Publico Kitchen + Tap, Home Team BBQ and Crowntown.
The 6th Annual Day of the Dead will be held on Saturday, October 7th at the Big Winston Warehouse, presented by Fiddlin’ Fish Brewing Co, Pesca Muerta, Broad Branch Distillery, and Celestial Wellness! Day of the Dead is the party of the fall in Winston-Salem featuring live music from Cosmic Charlie, Athens GA’s high-energy Grateful Dead tribute. This year, Dr. Bacon will be kicking the party off with a little Appalachian funk at 5:00. Get here early and check out the lot scene. We’ll have vendors, a tie-dye station, and good vibes all afternoon!
The Palmetto Park Jam will be held on Sunday, October 15 from 12-4:30 p.m. at Palmetto Islands County Park in Mount Pleasant. Get ready to jam with the ultimate Allman Brothers tribute band, Idlewild Revival. Grab your tickets now, and secure your spot for an afternoon of tunes. Whether you're a die-hard Allman Brothers fan or simply love great music, this tribute will blow you away!
The 10th Annual Tribute to the Band will be held on Sunday, October 22 at the Pawleys Island Tavern. 30-plus musicians will gather to pay homage to the music of The Band. This is a free show that will benefit All4Paws animal rescue in Pawleys Island, SC. Artists from near and far sing and play a song or two with the eight-piece house band. It's a beautiful setting under the oaks and the stars. Come listen to the music of The Band in what has become a community tradition for the musicians and audience, alike.
As Widespread Panic will be back in Savannah for Halloween, Drifter Merch will be set up in the lot with many talented Shakedown vendors. Check us out before and after the shows on Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28th at Enmarket Arena.
Lowcountry Moontime Market and WSP Sticker Con
During the Widespread Panic Charleston run, HoneyCreekPottery and Drifter Merch present the Lowcountry Moontime Market & WSP Sticker Con at the Whale in the Refinery on Saturday, May 6th from 12pm-5pm. As Shakedown lots usually get shut down on Daniel Island, we will have numerous artisan vendors participating along with Palmira BBQ food truck and live music from Rodeo Clown playing jam grass. Bring your stickers to trade too! Located at the Refinery in downtown Charleston, The Whale will be serving up its craft beer and wine selections. The event is rain or shine and free to attend.
VENDORS:
HoneyCreekPottery, Drifter Merch, Magic & Glory, Dust & Sunshine, Zinnialou Jewelry, Cotton Patch Hemp, Cool Attire Co, Bright Star Designs, Cool Frames & Funky Findings, Arbor Vitae Local Goods, Nothing too Fancy Designs, Pearl Psychedelic Institute, Reba's Dancing Dyes, Block and Ink, Grillkilt, Love that Baby, Ashley Apothecary, Hi Seltzer, Flash Memorabilia, Play Salty, Hash Racing, Charleston Dye Lab, Scotty Radford and Blaze On