Rhythm & Ribs 18th and Vine Jazz Festival June 15-16, 2007

Combining two of Kansas City 's richest traditions, Rhythm & Ribs premiered in 2005 as a music and barbecue festival to celebrate Kansas City 's jazz heritage and provide family outdoor entertainment! Rhythm & Ribs Jazz Festival features two days of live music and plenty of family fun.

• Two day festival, two stages of national and local Jazz, Blues, R&B, and Gospel
• Amateur barbecue contest
• Family Pavilion packed with an assortment of live performers, games and interactive entertainment for kids of all ages
• Food and Craft Vendors

Where: Historic 18th and Vine Jazz District , Kansas City, Mo.

When: Father's Day Weekend – June 15-16, 2007

Kansas City 's Jazz Tradition:
Kansas City is proud to be the home of the 18th & Vine District whose international and national reputation for the birth of classic jazz is well deserved. Some of the greatest jazz players in history started in the clubs at 18th & Vine. World-class musicians such as William “Count” Basie, Charlie “Bird” Parker, and Orin “Hot Lips” Page, among others, came together to create a sound the town can call its own.

For more information about the Rhythm & Ribs Festival and pictures from last year's event, visit our Web site at www.kcrhythmandribs.com .

Event Web Site
www.kcrhythmandribs.com