Lukas Nelson and his band arrived in Chicago today to play this year’s Petty Fest. For information and tickets, visit the band’s website: http://www.thebestfest.com/#upcoming
Ten years after celebrating Bob Dylan’s 60th birthday by jamming with a few friends in a tiny Lower East side bar, The Best Fest – Dylan Fest, Petty Fest, Stones Fest – are a New York tradition. The New York Times described The Fest as “one of the most jubilant events of the year” and Rolling Stone touted it as “an experience that is equal parts concert and celebration.” Now proudly sponsored by Jameson Irish Whiskey The Best Fest travels the globe producing one of a kind all-star charity concerts. 100% of all ticket sale proceeds goes to benefit Sweet Relief and the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund providing financial assistance to all types of career musicians who are struggling to make ends meet while facing illness, disability, or age-related problems.