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With Forecastle Festival coming to Louisville, Kentucky in less than two weeks, here is what you need to know about the critically acclaimed festival:. When and where will the festival take place? Forecastle will take place on July at Waterfront Park. Who is performing? Modest Mouse, Chris Stapleton, and Arcade Fire are set to headline the festival with each artist ending Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night in that order.

While these artists are definitely seem like the main attractions for each day, here are some artists that you should make sure to look out for each day:. With their lo-fi guitar driven tones and bedroom rock sound, Nashville formed band Arlie is a set you have to check out. They perform from to at the Boom Stage. North Carolina based band Rainbow Kitten Surprise will have you on your feet dancing in no time at all.

With their infectious hooks and dynamic harmonies, this is a set you cannot afford to miss. They perform from 7 to 8 at the Mast Stage. With bass driven beats and great guitar melodies, this duo is sure to have you jumping up and down. They perform from to at the Ocean Stage.

Just go ahead and bathe in the stuff. Free filtered water is available at three hydration stations and you should fill up every single time you walk past one. If you must, they can be no longer than 40 inches. While a quaint and effective way to block the sun, they also block all sight lines for the people behind you.

Not everyone thinks your dog hung the moon. They may just see it as yet one more dirty hippie that poops in the grass. Forecastle really does make it easy compared to other festivals, but ease of use doesn't automatically translate into a walk in the park, although by definition that's exactly what you'll be doing.

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You cheapskates are trapped! We say this every year, and yet every year Waterfront Park is littered with chunky dudes passed out in front of the Mast stage, surrounded by empty PBR cans. Yes, you're right, beer is made using water, but it's not a substitute. It's a really long weekend and odds are good that the temperature will be brutally high, so choke down some life-giving water at least once per hour. You'll be able to rage for hours with no regrets.

Maybe you won't do a lot of walking and prefer flip-flops or bare feet, but consider some of the things you may find yourself standing in. Carrying a small portable charger is a minor hassle but a true blessing when you get that low power mode prompt.

Put in some ear plugs and just sit there. Some people complain that they muffle the sound, but when the alternative is high-decibel, frequently distorted sound, it's a good trade and your hearing will thank you.

The world feels like it's falling apart lately and this is no time to start a fight because some Chad spilled his lime-flavored beer on your blanket. You're really waiting until the last minute, aren't you? If you haven't got tickets yet, several price levels are sold out but plenty remain at ForecastleFest.

Saturday is sold out. A Yacht Club ticket or pass gives you admittance to the festival and access to the Mary M. Miller steamboat, which will be docked on-site. That means private bars, air conditioning and the experience of being on an actual steamboat. Saturday daily passes are sold out. It's a deal. You'll like: The best of Forecastle Festival Here's what you missed last year. If you're an out-of-towner and staying anywhere in the downtown area, just walk.

We have short blocks here and there aren't that many. Locals with a decent job can always splurge on Lyft, Uber or a taxi service, although the first two might institute event pricing for absolutely no reason. Traffic patterns are not significantly impacted by Forecastle so getting in and out isn't that tricky but Uber doesn't care. It'll charge whatever it wants.