It started raining - hard - as soon as we arrived in the parking lot for the Newport Folk Festival. We hustled over to the drinks tent to wait it out, and just as Blizten Trapper was beginning, a (sky*) blue sky started to creep overhead, pushing all the rain clouds away for the rest of the night.
This was my kind of concert setting. I've mentioned before my lack of cool musical tastes, but this extends to old lady-like reactions to live music, as well. It's too loud, too smokey, too teenager-y. Embarrassing.
But Newport Folk Festival is a delightful place! The crowd is truly nice, there are ocean views, and the food is fantastic. I kept my eyes peeled for Bob Boilen, but no such luck spotting him. See you next year, Bob?
*Wilco joke!
A few years ago I was in Newport with my family just before the Folk Festival. And I swore I would return one day. So fun!
ReplyDeleteEmily, it was so great. And there were tons of littles around, too! Sam would love it.
DeleteThere were kids there you say? I'm so happy to hear that! I've really wanted to go in the past, I love the relaxed vibe. But this year I wondered if kids were less than welcome. And was it easy to get a good spot for a seat?
ReplyDeleteRachael, yes, lots of babies and kids! We were there on Friday night only, which I think is a bit more low key, but we had no trouble setting up a great spot for chairs and a blanket for a picnic. On Saturday and Sunday I think there are even special kid-zones set up with activities (a bounce house and face paint - that sort of thing).
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