Searching for the right option to spend a summer time night? Be a part of us at Rowe Sanctuary for Pickin’ on the Platte, the place stay music, river views, and family-friendly actions come collectively for a one-of-a-kind expertise. Whether or not you are a longtime supporter or visiting Rowe for the primary time, there’s one thing for everybody to take pleasure in.
1. Reside Music in an Unforgettable Setting
There’s one thing particular about listening to stay music surrounded by native prairie, with the Platte River within the background. Because the solar begins to set over the Platte River, you will take pleasure in a night of nice performances in one among central Nebraska’s most stunning outside settings.
Native artist Mary Lanka is not any stranger to Rowe Sanctuary. She performed an attractive acoustic set for Rowe’s Vacation Open Home, and everybody loved her inventive mixture of jazz, classics, and people music. We’re so excited to welcome Mary again as our opening act.
For our principal act, John Depew is again together with his punny lyrics, witty humorousness, and proficient abilities on the banjo, mandolin, and guitar. Hailing from the prairies of Kansas, John is returning for his third live performance at Rowe. Becoming a member of Depew this yr is multi-instrumentalist Andrew Morris. Andrew has a deep love for conventional American music and brings a colourful method to storytelling. He likes to mix parts of theater, stand-up, sci-fi, and extra into his stay performances and musical compositions. Andrew is generally on tour together with his group, The Matchsellers, so we’re thrilled to welcome him to the banks of the Platte this yr. Collectively, Depew & Morris, with their shared love of conventional bluegrass, create an lively and wide-ranging duo that likes to have enjoyable. And we’re thrilled to have them!
2. Make It an Night Journey
This yr’s occasion presents extra than simply music. Earlier than the live performance, be part of one among our guided prairie hikes to be taught concerning the crops, wildlife, and conservation efforts that make Rowe Sanctuary so distinctive. Wander the grounds, take within the surroundings, and uncover the great thing about the prairie because it transitions into night.
Searching for just a little additional enjoyable? Problem somebody to one among our many yard video games or cease by our picture sales space to seize recollections out of your evening at Rowe. Nevertheless you select to spend the night, you will discover loads of alternatives to loosen up, play, and make lasting recollections.
3. Nice Meals and Drinks
Come hungry! This yr, we’re excited to welcome Gibbon’s personal Pistoleros meals truck, serving scrumptious eats all through the night. Adults also can take pleasure in drinks from our bar, situated in our Training Middle, whereas enjoyable with family and friends.
4. A Household-Pleasant Evening Outdoor
Pickin’ on the Platte is designed to be loved by all ages. Unfold out a blanket or deliver your favourite garden chair, let the children benefit from the actions, and spend high quality time collectively in nature. It is the right alternative to unplug from busy schedules and create a brand new household custom.
5. Each Ticket Helps Conservation
Whenever you attend Pickin’ on the Platte, you are doing greater than having fun with a terrific live performance. You are serving to help Rowe Sanctuary’s mission of conserving the Platte River ecosystem whereas connecting individuals with nature by schooling and outreach. Your attendance helps make packages like this doable and helps conservation efforts that profit wildlife and our native communities.
Be a part of Us for an Night to Bear in mind
These are simply 5 of the various causes to spend your night at Pickin’ on the Platte. Among the finest moments can’t be captured on a listing—just like the laughter shared amongst mates, watching the sundown throughout the prairie, and easily having the prospect to decelerate and really feel gratitude for this place we name dwelling. Collect your loved ones and mates, deliver a garden chair or blanket, and be part of us for an evening of stay music, neighborhood, and conservation at Rowe Sanctuary.
We will not wait to see you there!
Know Earlier than You Go
- When: August 22, doorways open at 6:00 p.m. Music begins at 7:00 p.m.
- Tickets: Tickets may be bought upfront here or on the door.
- Parking is obtainable within the middle’s car parking zone and in a delegated mowed space south of the car parking zone.
- Exterior meals and non-alcoholic drinks are allowed, however meals and alcoholic drinks may also be out there for buy.
