“Rhythm on the River” Music Festival this Saturday – Powdersville

The 2nd Annual Rhythm on the River music festival will held at Dolly Cooper Park on the Saluda River in Powdersville from 3-8 p.m. this Saturday, May 6th.
Rhythm on the River, organized by Connect Powdersville, offers a free day of live music, food trucks, kids’ activities, local makers, and much more. “We had a phenomenal turn out for our inaugural event, with over 3,000 people in attendance,” ,” said Johnny Harvin, Chairman of Connect Powdersville. “We are fortunate to have a beautiful venue at Dolly Cooper Park to be able to welcome local vendors, listen to live music, enjoy food trucks and to just spend time with our friends. I especially want to thank all of our sponsors. We have received overwhelming support from individuals and businesses within our community. Without them this event wouldn’t be possible. Rhythm on the River is designed to be a special annual event for our community to come together for a fun, family-friendly day in the Park.”
Rhythm on the River 2023 features two musical artists- The Rhythm City Band, a local favorite and Lauren Hall, a Charleston based Country Music Artist, singer and songwriter.
Rhythm City Band is a group of 9 musicians from the Upstate who have been playing together for over 20 years. Their music has been described as “just plain fun” and features all genres from the 70’s , 80’s & 90’s to the present.
Lauren Hall is a Charleston native who delivers a sound all her own originating from her low country roots, with an original edge and a touch of tradition. She has played in shows with Travis Tritt, Maddie & Tae, Scotty McCreery, Walker Hayes, and others. Lauren has been awarded, “Best Female Vocalist” over the last 3 years in Charleston City Paper’s Best of Charleston, and recently “Song of the Year” for her single “Excuse” released in 2022.
The event will feature the ever popular Kids Zone, with face painting, balloon artists, games and activities for all ages, local craft vendors, and of course food, dessert and drink trucks.
Admission and parking is free.