Bloomsday bands and course entertainment
The Bloomsday on-course entertainment is a highlight of the annual Lilac Bloomsday Run, adding a vibrant and eclectic dimension to the 7.46-mile journey. With approximately 30 diverse individuals and groups gracing the route each year, participants are treated to a dynamic blend of musical genres and performance styles. From the pulsating beats of rock bands to the elegant melodies of classical singers, and the rhythmic movements of belly dancers to the harmonious tunes of accordion players and choirs, the entertainment caters to a wide range of tastes. The post-race celebration allows Bloomsday entrants to actively engage by voting for their favorite performers, creating an interactive and participatory atmosphere.
The most popular entertainers are rewarded with cash prizes of $500, $300, and $150, adding an extra layer of excitement to this celebrated community event.
2023 Favorite Bands
Each year, Bloomsday runners and walkers cast their votes for their favorite band. Here are the results from the 2023 race!
1st place: Angela Marie Project
2nd place: Glorify Band
3rd place: PJAMRS
2023 Bloomsday On-Course Line Up:
Cathedral Choir of Our Lady of Lourdes | Riverside & Madison | |
The 8 Tracks Rewound (Classic Rock) | Riverside & Jefferson | |
Rock Club (Rock Cover Band) | Riverside & Cedar | |
KDRK 93.7 The Mountain | Riverside & Oak | |
JuTe | Riverside & Cannon | |
Diminishing Faculties (Classic Rock) | Riverside @ the MAC | |
96.1 KIX | Dirt Pullout 1/2 Down Riverside Hill | |
UnMute (Alt Rock) | Riverside & Clark @ dirt pull out south side of Riverside | |
A Boy Named Sue (Johnny Cash Covers) | Government Way & Riverside/Pacific | |
Station 7 (Classic Rock Covers) | Government Way & “G” Street | |
Specialty Music (Popular Music) | Government Way @ Greenwood driveway entrance | |
104.9 SHINE | Government Way @ Sand Ridge on | |
Rockwell (Classic Rock/Country) | Government Way & Ft. George Wright @ median | |
98.1 KISS | Ft. George Wright @ River Ridge | |
DG Music [David Gordon] (Rock plus Alternative) | Ft. George Wright Dr & Randolph | |
Angela Marie Project (Energized Originals) | Ft. George Wright @ the curve in open grass area | |
Glorify Band (fka Salt) (Christian Rock) | Ft. George Wright & Elliot Rd | |
Floy de Doy (Americana Folk & Rock) | TJ Menach Bridge @ Doomsday Hill | |
Big Sister (Rock) | Pettet & Nora | |
Lululemon Cheer Station (Pettet/Mission) | ||
Summit View Swank (Folkabilly/Americana/Rock) | Front yard @ 2509 E. Summit Blvd. | |
KCDA | Summit & Lindeke | |
Raised on Country (Oldies/Country) | Lindeke & Dean | |
Parliament of Owls (Rock) | Broadway & Lindeke | |
JP Jones | Broadway & Cochran | |
105.7 NOW KZBD | Broadway & Nettleton | |
Itt’z Cuzzen (Classic Progressive Rock Cover & Original) | Broadway & Ash by Action Apparel | |
Neema Youth Choir | Broadway & Walnut at Salem Lutheran Church | |
Monke Business (Rock) | Broadway & Cedar | |
Random Generation (Classic Rock) | Broadway & Adams | |
Quarter Monkey (Original Rock) | Broadway & Madison | |
Brought to you by Trends Real Estate | Broadway & Monroe |