The Old Friends Reunion music festival is back for its third year, taking over Old Friends Farms outside Prairie Grove from September 24 to 27. Founded by local musicians Dana Louise and Noah Richmond, the festival spotlights a mix of roots, indie, and Americana acts, drawing folks ready to soak in live tunes amid the farm’s wide-open spaces.
Thursday kicks off with the main stage featuring performances from Mike Dillon and Earl Harvin, Grace Rowland, and Kalyn Fay. Later, the late-night stage heats up with sets from Calvin Arsenia, Gayle Ross, Anna Moss of Handmade Moments, and The Creek Rocks.
Friday’s lineup includes returning names Gayle Ross and Calvin Arsenia again, providing double doses for fans of their sound. The festival continues to blend emerging and seasoned talent across two stages, with schedules stretching from afternoon into the evening.
The balance of the weekend keeps that same laid-back energy that’s made Old Friends Reunion a staple for local music lovers. Whether you settle into the main stage’s steady groove or drift over to the late-night stage for something a little more experimental, it’s an event with enough variety to make the drive out to Prairie Grove worthwhile.
Old Friends Farms, located just south of Prairie Grove, offers a scenic backdrop with ample room for spacing out, picnicking, and camping for those who want to extend their stay beyond the daily shows. It’s a far cry from the typical parking lot festival setup, allowing music and nature to coexist comfortably.
Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or low lawn chairs, sunglasses, and plenty of water to stay comfortable over the multi-day event. Vendors will offer food and drink options, rounding out the experience without requiring a run back to town.
For anyone tracking the festival’s schedule, expect sets to start mid-afternoon and roll into the night, with multiple acts occupying both main and late-night stages. The Old Friends Reunion is as much a reunion of musicians as it is a gathering for those who’ve made the festival part of their fall tradition.
Source: Fayetteville Flyer
