November in Bendigo is blues and roots season, but if you can't wait that long, you're in luck: the Bendigo Blues and Roots Festival also runs a vibrant summer showcase. Featuring some of the best of Bendigo’s blues scene as well as some promising newbies, the showcase plays the very important role of raising funds for the big November festival.
On Sunday February 25 the Rifle Brigade Hotel will be packed with musicians across two stages. The showcase kicks off at 11.30am on the balcony stage where Rhyley McGrath will be warming up the stage for the likes of Luke Harrington, Wilson & White and Jess Parker. Over on the car park stage you can look out for the likes SEED, Catfish Voodoo and Swamp Monster plus many more.
The one day event is made possible by the artists and event team volunteering their time to help raise money for the festival – and with adult tickets only costing $15 it’s a pretty good deal for punters as well. Tickets can be bought at the door.